Episode 20 — The Observer of Sloth Stands on the Balcony

The next morning.

I stepped out onto the balcony and set up the telescope I’d bought yesterday from Lumina Shopping (Japan Edition).

High‑magnification lenses, lightweight body, smartphone sync.

Even in another world, I rely on modern tech. Honestly, that’s peak efficiency.

(Or peak laziness. Same thing.)

“…Oh wow. I can actually see everything.”

Through the lens, the town of Felsen unfolded before me.

Cobblestone streets.

Tightly packed timber‑framed houses with reddish roofs glowing in the morning sun.

White smoke drifting from chimneys.

A line already forming in front of the bakery, drawn in by the smell of fresh bread.

(Yeah… this is straight‑up medieval Europe.

Exactly like the games I used to play.)

In the market square, stalls were spreading out colorful fabrics.

Blue, red, green, gold‑threaded cloth fluttered in the breeze.

Fruit piled high.

I could almost smell the spices from here.

(Those are definitely pricey.

Not that I’m buying anything. Going outside is too much work.)

I shifted the telescope.

Knights patrolled atop the city walls, their armor catching the sunlight.

(Huh… did their numbers increase?

And they’re moving lighter than before.

Guess the shift system I mentioned actually worked.)

Beyond the town stood the lord’s manor and the tall white tower of Felsen Castle, piercing the sky like a giant spear.

(They tried to summon me there once.

Still not going.)

I moved the lens toward the outskirts.

“…Wait. Is that an outpost?”

Stacks of lumber.

Craftsmen moving around.

No matter how I looked at it, they were building the outpost based on the “doodle” I’d drawn.

(Oh no. They’re actually building it.

My lazy sketch is becoming reality…)

At my feet, Tama let out a soft sound.

“Mew.”

“Look, Tama. My doodle turned into a building.”

“Mrrp. (Your doodle is literally reshaping the entire territory.)”

“I mean… I just want an easier life.”

I lowered the telescope and exhaled.

(...Felsen’s more competent than I expected.

Feels like the place is developing on its own even if I do nothing.

Not bad.)

A notification blinked on the telescope’s display.

[Felsen Territory — Reform Progress: +12,000L]

“…Oh. More points.”

(So it’s true.

Whenever Felsen moves, I get points.)

I tightened my grip on the telescope.

(...Alright. If I want more points…

Maybe I should nudge Felsen’s reforms a bit more.)

Tama yowled sharply.

“Mrow!? (Stop right there!!)”

(No, Tama, you don’t get it.

I just…

I just want the Throne of Sloth…)

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Meanwhile, in the Divine Realm.

A massive crystal panel displayed me on the balcony, happily observing the town.

“…Lumina. What is he doing?”

“Observation! Master Zect has finally begun showing interest in this world!”

Lumina puffed out her chest proudly.

“…Interest?”

“Yes! Look at that focused gaze!

That is absolutely the look of someone who has taken an interest in the world!”

“…He looks like he’s just playing with a telescope.”

“He’s not playing! He’s observing! Observation is the first step!”

“…”

The Chief God pressed his fingers to his forehead.

“Why does he even have a telescope?”

“He bought it from Lumina Shopping—Japan Edition!”

“…Why?”

“Because he wanted it!”

“…”

The Chief God sighed deeply.

“Lumina. You added new items to his shop, didn’t you?”

“Yes! Of course!”

She nodded with a radiant smile.

“Master Zect is a shut‑in who loves online shopping.

So to lure him, I added high‑priced items!”

“…Lure him?”

“Yes! Things like the Throne of Sloth, the Magic Bed, the Auto‑Cleaning Magic House!

He’d definitely want them!”

“…Do you think the divine marketplace is a fishing pond?”

“No! It’s strategy!”

“…Strategy?”

“Yes! Master Zect is the type who will move just enough if he wants something.

So if we put expensive items in front of him, he’ll reform the world to earn points!”

“…”

The Chief God stared at the crystal panel.

I was still happily observing Felsen through the telescope.

“…He really is starting to move.”

“Right!? My plan is perfect!”

“…But his motive is ‘I want the Throne of Sloth.’ Is that really okay?”

“Motives don’t matter! Results do!”

“…”

“Felsen’s reforms are accelerating!

Points are increasing!

Divine power is skyrocketing!”

“Lumina.”

“Yes!”

“You’ve completely abandoned restraint, haven’t you?”

“Yes! Because it’s working!”

“…”

The Chief God looked up at the heavens.

“…Zect truly is a man who moves the world for the sake of sloth…”

“Exactly! That’s why he’s the best!”

“I’m not sure about ‘best’…”

He muttered while staring at the crystal panel.

“…At this rate, Zect really might end up ruling the world.”

“That’s great! It’ll be a peaceful world of sloth!”

“That is NOT great!!”

“I like it though!”

“That doesn’t matter!!”

“But the results are good.”

“…”

The Chief God clutched his stomach.

“…Lumina. Keep monitoring Zect. But—”

“But?”

“Do NOT let him get carried away.”

“Impossible! He already is!”

“…I knew it…”