86 85. The happiness of being tense.txt (1/2)

Even after overcoming the swarm, I took command of the 18 and 19 layers of the road.

This was because the operation of magic beyond the limit, and Siddaruk-san was having a hard time even speaking.

In contrast, there were no complaints from the group.

First of all, it was significant that I didn't let anyone die in the earlier battle. I think my skill as a commander was acknowledged by that performance. Besides, there is a movement to try out that Guildmaster after the recent remarkable performance of the 'Epic Seeker'.

In order to meet their expectations, I lead the line without any guards.

Then, along the way, the Dimension caught the enemy.

''...... From the front, a large monster is coming. It's a large monster, Carmine Minotaur. Please stop the march immediately and get in line if you are a wizard. Next, refrain from anyone behind them who can handle heavy weapons. If the target appears from the corner ahead, use your magic to hit it with a fishing bottle. If they cannot hold their breath, the wizards should retreat and leave it to the vanguard. Probably, this is a complete seal. If anything happens, I'll follow up with freezing magic, so take it easy.

He immediately instructs them to change their formation from one that is prepared for a surprise attack to one that is an interception formation.

The searchers seem to be used to it and change their formations.

At first, there was some reluctance to change the formation with no enemy in sight. However, after I gave them the best answer many times, they now move in a straightforward manner.

I announce the countdown.

'Five more seconds ...... three, two, one, please shoot.

At the same time, a bull-headed monster emerges from the horns ahead.

The magic of the wizards, who had gained enough time to chant, struck like a shotgun.

Unable to put up any resistance, the Carmine Minotaur turned into light and disappeared.

'Yes, it's over. Now, let's move on quickly.''

I resume my progress after making sure the target has disappeared.

Behind me, the other searchers are buzzing.

They seem to be talking about the abnormality of my scheming ability.

With 《Dimension》, I pick up on that conversation.

Basically, there are many praises such as ”dependable”, but there are also many people who are concerned about the details of that abnormal sensing magic.

Although they care about it, the person they're dealing with is a master of another guild who will be a competitor once the job is done. Even if I wanted to ask, I wouldn't be able to.

I couldn't tell them honestly either, so I had to lead the group with an affectionate smile. Thus, we reach the 20th level without any problems.

Thanks to Dimension, we can avoid the swarm, and even if a monster appears, we can always get ahead of it, so there's no way we'll have any problems. As an insurance policy, I also prepared for the Dimensional Winter and Frost during the battle.

We arrived at the 20 layers of chaos, and each of us moved on to reinforce the ”path of righteousness”.

I take Siddalk-san, who is helping me with my shoulder, and take a break at a distance.

We both sit down, and there, Siddaruk-san opens his mouth.

'I'm sorry: ......'

I muttered a single word in a small voice.

From that auspicious attitude, I strongly sense the sincerity in Siddharq-san.

''No, don't worry about it.''

'd*mn, I'm behind this time, but ......, next time I'll definitely go to ......!

However, he didn't seem to be able to control his winning personality. It seems that pride doesn't allow him to remain defeated. I strongly sympathize with Mr. Siddharth, as he has lived a difficult life.

I let Siddharth take a break and help him with the construction work and take a break again.

Along the way, I repeatedly admonished Siddharth for pushing himself and trying to get him to move.

The process is repeated for several hours, and finally our work is completed.

The 'magic stone line', which was just a thin line, visibly became thicker and the warding was strengthened to the point where I could feel it on my skin.

I was worried about whether it would affect the ”Connection” in the corner, but it seems that the 20 layers are also fine. As expected, the wards didn't even reach the corners of the large room.

Then, the group shouted with joy at the accomplishment of the request, and after a short break, they left for the ground. However, Siddaruk-san's physical condition has not yet recovered. It seems that the debt caused by the successive rounds of unsuitable magic beyond the limit is not something that can be paid back overnight.

I'm not going to be able to get it right.

'No thanks. I can't do combat, but I'm already good enough to walk. ......

Then he walks through the line with an uncomfortable gait.

But he doesn't even try to raise his voice to lead the way. He doesn't seem to have the strength to do so.

No, maybe it's because they understand the current state of the troops.

Everyone in the squad is trying to get instructions from me.

The only way to do that is to stay in the center of the line and give them instructions.

'It's safe to continue on. No monsters.

Hearing this, the group began to proceed with a sense of relief.

While I'm watching the whole thing, I catch Snow and Siddharth talking nearby.

Both have serious expressions on their faces and none of Snow's characteristic languor.

I listen for a moment.

Since it's not that far away, there's no need for the 《Dimension》 either.

''--...... In other words, is this an invitation from the Siddharth family?

'Yes. I really wanted to finish this job perfectly and talk about the invitation ....... It ended up being pathetic: ......

I'm sure both the Walker and Siddharth families agreed. ...... But is that all right with Elle?

'I welcome Snow. That's why I'm here.

From the flow of the conversation, I can tell that Mr. Siddharth has invited Snow to his house.

Thinking it's a private matter between the two of us, I stop listening in any longer.

However, Snow cuts off the conversation and comes closer to me.

”...... Kanami, I've been invited to the Siddharth family. I'm going to be held for the whole day tomorrow.

Well, um, why did you give it to me?

...... I thought you might need permission from the Guildmaster.

Oh, I see. Well, of course I don't mind. You can go.

”...... is going to be held for the whole day. Are you sure?　Are you sure?

You're not trying to make me the soup stock because you can't say no to me?

...... It's not true. I'm just checking. --Are you sure you're going to give them permission, Master?　Do you need me to be there tomorrow to explore the maze?　You're not gonna want to do that, are you?　Right?

No, I'm giving you permission to do so. ......

...... is not working.

What a horrible thing to say.

As I thought, Snow was just trying to use me to refuse to talk to me. If I showed even one word of difficulty, he would have tried to place all the blame on me.

It's also the responsibility of having two of the four major noble families on your sleeve .......

'...... Then I'll go and report back to Elle.

Snow walks unsteadily and heads towards Siddaruk-san.

I see him off and confirm that Siddaruk-san looks relieved with Dimension. Apparently, tomorrow will be a labyrinth exploration without Snow.

However, it's more natural to have such a day.

I don't want to hold anyone up for my convenience. The same goes for running The Epic Seeker.

I'll be leading the group as I plan tomorrow's solo exploration.

If I lead the way, it won't lead to a dangerous situation. The only drawback is that I can see too much, so it's easy to take the long way around to avoid even the slightest danger.

Although we're overdue, we lead the way from layer 20 to the ground without any problems.

Once on the ground, we are unsure of what to do next, so we ask Siddharq-san for help with our eyes. Siddalk-san nods and speaks up instead.

''The rest of us 'Supremes' will take care of the rest of the matter. Everyone, I've put in a lot of hard work today. Thank you.