Dice In The Darkness: Cthulhu Calls

Chapter 276: Feigning Ignorance With Clarity

Relatively speaking, Liu Xing and others definitely lean more towards the second possibility, suspecting Matsui Yui of deceiving Dogo Aige, as Fisher's Village hasn't shown signs of the prophesied decline.

"However, if that's the case, I don't see why Matsui Yui would need to lie to Dogo Aige. Even without doing so, I believe Dogo Aige would still have been willing to marry into Fisher's Village," Panda Pig began. "After all, though Dogo Aige is the son of a chieftain from an African tribe, his tribe isn't powerful, barely numbering over a hundred people. With many siblings, Dogo Aige lacks the standing to become chieftain himself. His background is quite ordinary, which is why his family didn't attend the wedding in Fisher's Village the cost of plane tickets alone could bankrupt them."

Liu Xing frowned, surprised by Dogo Aige's poor family circumstances, especially since in the game 'WatanabeRyusei,' Dogo Aige boasted of being an African tycoon, soon to return and inherit his vast family estate.

Thus, Liu Xing realized his misunderstanding about the module's goal; he thought resolving Matsui Yui's issue would suffice, not foreseeing the complications with Dogo Aige.

Liu Xing was sure, based on the Cthulhu RPG Game's traits, that Dogo Aige must have boasted about his wealth and influence in Africa to win Matsui Yui over. If Matsui Yui discovered the truth before the wedding, it would certainly be off.

"With the current situation," Liu Xing said gravely, "I suspect Dogo Aige lied to Matsui Yui. If she discovers the truth, it's over for Dogo Aige, and the wedding can't proceed. We need to find a way to keep this secret, ensuring neither Matsui Yui nor her family and friends find out."

Ling Ishikawa and others nodded in agreement, understanding Liu Xing's intent.

Just then, an elderly man in simple clothes entered the living room, smiling. "Welcome to Fisher's Village. I am Matsui Ichiro, the Village Chief, and Matsui Yui's father."

Liu Xing raised an eyebrow; Matsui Ichiro looked to be in his sixties, easily believable as Matsui Yui's grandfather.

However, Liu Xing found it reasonable; it's not uncommon for an old tree to bloom.

As the eldest and closest to Dogo Aige, Panda Pig stepped forward to represent the group, greeting, "Hello, Mr. Village Chief."

Matsui Ichiro nodded, slightly embarrassed, "Apologies for the inconvenience. Our Fisher's Village is quite limited in amenities. We don't have electricity or internet, which might be uncomfortable for you all. But, there's no helping it. Our isolated Fisher's Village would find it extremely difficult and costly to modernize, and frankly, unnecessary, as you've seen, there's little here that requires electricity."

Everyone shared an awkward laugh at Matsui Ichiro's blunt honesty, wondering how to respond.

"It's fine; it's a chance to get back to nature. But honestly, we're quite bored. Village Chief, do you have any activities to suggest, like fishing?" Panda Pig said with a smile.

Panda Pig's intention was simple: to use Matsui Ichiro's authority to explore Fisher's Village and locate the fishing boats, presenting another way to leave the village.

Matsui Ichiro thought for a moment and nodded, "You're right; with six days until the wedding, you'll be bored. Feel free to move around Fisher's Village and talk with the villagers, but you must adhere to certain rules."

"First, as Dogo Aige mentioned, don't discuss the outside world with the villagers or show modern items like phones, as most have never encountered such things."

"Second, there are forbidden areas in Fisher's Village. The easternmost part of the island is our Graveyard, where villagers have been buried for centuries. It's only open during our annual memorial day or a villager's death. Also, the thatched hut where Dogo Aige lives is reserved for sons-in-law; it's off-limits to you as it would jeopardize the wedding if discovered."

"Lastly, our Ancestral Hall isn't exactly forbidden but is where we conduct ceremonies. Villagers may enter, but as outsiders, it's not open to you, and modern items are prohibited. You must wear traditional attire, which we'll provide."

After Matsui Ichiro finished, he turned to leave.

However, Zhang Jingxu spoke up with a smile, "Village Chief, I have a question. Why not let the villagers learn about the outside world? I believe modernizing Fisher's Village would greatly improve their lives."

Liu Xing sensed Zhang Jingxu's hidden sharpness.

Frowning, Matsui Ichiro replied, "It's our tradition. I know modernization can improve lives, but... well, we can't abandon our ancestors' ways."

Clearly, Matsui Ichiro lacked a better reason and left.

Zhang Jingxu chuckled, "Interesting. It seems the wise in Fisher's Village prefer to feign ignorance. I suspect there's a conspiracy behind this."

[Thanks for reading at /maxnkoga , if you supporting this novel, a heartfelt thankyou, enjoy the content!]

Visit and read more novel to help us update chapter quickly. Thank you so much!