Volume 2 - CH 430

10-16. Night.

At night, adventurers who had returned brought captured monsters one after another to the Kingdom of Garott.

This time, capturing and bringing in the monsters alive is allowed as an exception, but it is generally illegal.

Today, however, there was no longer a need to capture monsters alive, so the soldiers explained to the returning adventurers at the gate.

They gave instructions to inform their fellow comrades and return inside.

This seems to be the most difficult task.

There were no clear criteria regarding the timeframe, so Garott Kingdom is currently overflowing with the corpses of monsters.

Although it was an unavoidable measure, it will take time to handle this completely.

However, this has led to a sudden increase in the jobs of young adventurers.

Some people are actually pleased with this measure, as they can dismantle various monsters.

By gaining experience, it can lead to future opportunities, and some individuals can overcome their fear of blood.

As a possible method of development, there is talk within the guild about continuing this approach.

It is a wonderful thing that they are considering the young adventurers.

Well, let’s put that aside for now.

The companions who were out hunting have returned.

But, dear Alena-san, it’s fine if you perch on my shoulder, but could you please stop covering my eyes with your hands? I can’t see what’s in front.

“Alena, I can’t see ahead.”

“But you can see, right?”

“Well, yeah, I can see, that’s not what I mean, you know? It’s not like that.”

“Hmmph.”

“Ow ow ow! Don’t strangle me, I can’t breathe!”

After not seeing each other for a long time, this is the kind of interaction we have.

If she had said she missed me, it would have been cute…

I mean, not like this.

“Aniki! You’re late!”

“My bad… I didn’t expect there to be such a side effect from that skill.”

“Well, I can’t really complain since you helped me out!”

“I’m just glad you’re safe. …By the way, aren’t you guys kinda… close?”

“Huh?”

“…!”

It’s the robed girl… Karna, was it?

She’s sticking close behind Reizen.

Am I giving off a scary vibe or something?

Ah, well, I did blow her away once with all my might…

But thanks to Reizen protecting her, she shouldn’t be injured.

Reizen looks at Karnah, tilting his head as if there’s something strange, and then laughs.

“It’s just your imagination!”

“It’s not just my imagination… Well, whatever. So, you are…”

“I’m Theik. Nice to meet you.” 

“Sorry that I look like thiiiiiis- it hurts!”

“Hmmmhh…”

“Hahaha! I hope my little brother stays lively like this!”

Little brother… Ah, so this guy is Thekil’s older brother.

The younger brother is the one making equipment, and the older brother is the one using it.

It’s quite a good combination, isn’t it?

Someday, I’d like him to make something for me too.

But first, we should get to know each other face to face.

“…So, I’ve been curious… Why is Tenda here?”

“Hahaha, long time no see, Ouren-sama. Uchikage requested my support, so I, who am familiar with this place, came forward!”

“The attire and weapons look just like mine…”

“It’s the Sanshakuto Asagao. An amazing named sword!”

“Aren’t you the leader over there? Is it okay to come here?”

“Of course! Reiki-sama is there, and Ran as well! Plus, if I’m the only one working, others won’t grow!”

“I see…”

Perhaps it’s because we haven’t seen each other in a while, but he seems unusually energetic.

I felt a little regretful that his eye couldn’t be healed, but I feel slightly relieved now.

He doesn’t seem to mind it at all.

But I’m genuinely happy that Tenda came.

If anything, he might be stronger than us.

I haven’t seen him fight much, but Uchikage said that Tenda used a technique similar to Heaven Split during a rescue mission. I think he’s probably the strongest in swordsmanship…

I’d like to learn from him too.

Now, what else…

“Roze, sorry! I brought everyone!”

“You startled me, you know. Well, it’s fine.”

“Since Lacc and the others are here, Jigal-kun has to take care of them… Once those two are completely together, we won’t have to worry! Good job, Ouren!”

“I don’t like being praised by you so openly…”

“What did you say!?”

This person really suits the tsundere attitude.

Well, I don’t dislike being praised, and this kind of conversation with her always comes in a set.

Anyway, it’s good to see that they’re all lively.

Now, let’s face reality.

Behind my companions is a massive cage… No, it’s Reizen’s pneumatic barrier (though).

Inside, live monsters are rampaging.

“So… Well, I don’t know if it’s okay to point this out, but… What’s with the size of these monsters?”

“I caught them! Isn’t it amazing~?”

“You, who have almost no combat experience…”

It’s surprising to hear that Lize captured these monsters.

She probably used lightning-based magic, but still, I think it’s impressive.

Maybe she has a knack for capturing.

Well, we’ll have to deal with this quickly.

After I finished talking with most people, Uchikage clapped his hands.

“Well, the capture operation is over today. Let’s rest and prepare for tomorrow.”

“As Uchikage says. Tomorrow, we plan to test the magic power release. Once that’s done, we’ll ask the citizens to temporarily leave the Garott Kingdom. It’ll happen soon, so we need to make sure their lives won’t be affected.”

“I can only hope it goes well.”

“I hope so.”

We’re about to fight enemies that no one has ever fought before.

And right now, there’s no sense of progress or anything.

Without that sense, I honestly couldn’t feel like we were really in a battle.

The devils have been doing this repeatedly.

Well, it’s no wonder that devil with orange hair yelled at us for getting in their way.

I finally understand now.

If I have the chance to meet them again, I should apologize.

“Speaking of which, where’s Maria?”

“She’s reporting to the guild.”

“She’s the only one suitable for the task…”

Having someone experienced handle it is the most efficient way.

But no one would have imagined that the guild master of another country would be standing in line at the reception.

It’s kind of funny when you imagine it.

Meanwhile, Maria, who was standing in line at the reception, let out a small sneeze.