@madfac Agreed. Isekais tend to do a bad job in handling the topic. For this story, even with criminal records and broken commandments showing up on status boards changing the sociocultural, political, theological, and economic realities of such a society as well as supposed in-universe historic reforms and human rights laws around slavery making things better, I still don't fully vibe with its inclusion and handling. This is especially the case with how there's sometimes a framing or sentiment of characters being benevolent or saviors as well as binding spells on allegedly "only" criminal slaves. Ryoma's original "neutral" feelings on it was also disappointing. But the story is what it is. At the very least, I appreciate trying to flesh out the world building of it unlike some isekais which handwave the details and logistics.
Moving on so we don't derail discussion too much, I really enjoyed this volume. I especially enjoyed the progression of Korumi and the various plans and inventions. Ryoma can be a bit of a workaholic, but the narrative pacing and plot beats from that are always fun. Also, I liked the parts where we checked up on previous characters and plot beats like the wedding venue and Glen. I also love the themes of community this story has. While he often frames stuff as just business, I like how he's a Santa Claus with gifts and opportunities.
There was also a good deal of setup this chapter. We're likely to see a minor time skip next volume which will be interesting especially for when news and development of each venture has progressed and spread nationally.
