143 142. Dont notice the squeak.txt (2/2)

The ring?

Rustyala exclaims happily, and Dia and Maria respond.

I can see them all glancing at the ring.

The skills 'Sensitivity', 'Parallel Thinking' and 'Dimension' - not only can I see that everything I have is mobilized. With my current desperation, I'll be able to build the 'Winter of Dimension (Di Winter) / Distorted Ice World (Nibbleheim)'.

I don't let my turmoil show on my face, and I quickly utter the excuses I've thought of.

''Oh, oh, that's it. That's what Alibers told me (・・・・・・・・) and I made it with Alibers (・・・・・・・・). It's a weapon for exploring the maze, a weapon. Yes, not a ring, but a weapon. It's nothing more than a weapon. I put Rowen's magic inside it, so I gave it to a Reaper who was close to Rowen. Yes, that's right. Next time I'll make some clothes, and then I'll give them to everyone else. So, I don't have any ulterior motives. There's really nothing to it.

I said it without hesitation.

I spent all of my energy trying to convince him that I had nothing to be ashamed of.

”Oh, really?

The momentum of the momentum made Maria agree first.

And everyone else nodded in the same way as Maria.

Huh, thank God.

The quick response seemed to have saved us from the worst of it.

'Well, um, would I rather have a ring than clothes?　Like, this could be a sign of a contract or something, ring ......!　Yeah, I like the ring: ......!

I have a feeling Snow is saying something, but I'll ignore it.

Let me pretend I've already gotten over it: .......

I cover it all up with a bitter smile plastered on my face.

But even though the conversation is over, I can see that everyone's eyes are flicking to the Reaper's ring.

I was really caught off guard.

Even though it is customary in my world to wear it on the ring finger of your left hand, the ring itself is something that is used at weddings in this world as well. It's natural that people would overreact if you gave it to a girl.

At the very least, I should have made it a bangle or something.

And because of this little carelessness, it was confirmed that I would be giving clothes to everyone.

I can't help but sigh in depression.

Probably every time I give someone a piece of equipment, I'll have to make a bunch of excuses like I did today. To me, it's meant to be a party enhancement, but to these girls, it's a gift from the opposite s*x.

Just thinking about it makes my stomach churn.

It's hard to see the worst in their skills, and it's hard to avoid it.

I can't do anything but endure my stomach walls slowly falling apart as if I were strangling them with cotton.

Then I had to ask what everyone in the party wanted, and one day I had to give it to them. I really wanted to hand out rugged and functional equipment, but it would be a long time before that would happen.

Eventually, halfway through the meal, we lost the taste for Maria's delicious food, and the few pleasures of lunch went by before we knew it.

◆◆◆◆◆ ...

After finishing our lunch, we prepare to explore the labyrinth.

While I was checking the armor Alibers-san gave me in 'belongings', Rustyala, who had his back against the wall of the ship, speaks to me.

''Hmph. Looks like it's about time to explore the labyrinth ......?

He looks confident.

But it's too late to dress up now, because I know I've been waiting there all day to help him clean up lunch. He looks like a kid who can't wait for the field trip.

Although he's still crazy, however, I know the feeling.

'You're very confident, Rustyala.

'Expect to see me evolved. I'll show you the true value of fresh blood magic today: ......!

Rustyala chuckles as a red mist is generated from his feet.

It looks a little cool, but it's just a waste of MP.

However, since it can't be helped, I'll show her my response as well. Even with this, we're good friends who trained together.

I take out the ”Treasured Sword of the Aleis Family, Lowen” and scatter crystal particles into the air.

He smiles at me as the sparkle like dots scatter. Of course this is another waste of MP.

'Me too. Let me show you the power of my friendship with my best friend Rowen today: ......

”Mmm-hmm.

”Mmm-hmm.

We laugh at each other like villains.

I'm sure I'm looking forward to showing off my increased power, too.

And then we are tucked into a sickening group of us who laugh at each other endlessly.

'Kanami-san, Rustyala-san, what the hell are you doing here ......?'

Maria was dumbfounded as she began to hang the laundry on top of the wheelhouse.

She seemed to get right to work on her next task after she finished cleaning up her lunch. She really is a fast worker. I won't say who she is, but she's a very different capable girl from the dragon man (Dragon Newt), who is harping on about some delusional idea that she wants to be a bride somewhere.

'What do you mean, get ready to explore the labyrinth!　Come on, Maria, let's go!　I'll show you that I'm the big sister you can count on!

Rustyala snorts and invites Maria downstairs.

I follow suit and beckon to her.

'Come on, let's go, Maria. It's going to be different than before, so you can count on it.

But Maria looks a little troubled.

'Well, excuse me, but I'm not going today, okay?　And Dear.

What?　Why?　Maria?

Rustyala is not happy about not being able to show off the results of his special training.

'Because seriously, I've got a pile of laundry to do: ......

Let Snow do that!

I feel the same way as Rustyala, so I appeal for Maria to join us.

'I'd let you do it if you'd do it, Snow. ......

Maria replies with a bitter face.

In other words, she offered to talk to him, but Snow refused.

'That guy ......!　--Magic 'Dimension'!

He seeks out Snow on the ship.

Snow, who was alone in the room, freaked out and shook her shoulders, then suddenly shook her head. Then he begins to laugh and fool around in the air, ”Ehehehee”.

Probably, he had heard my declaration to activate the 'Dimension' with the vibrating magic 'Vibrations'. I'm not going to be able to get away with it.

I mean, that guy shows no signs of stopping eavesdropping on my daily life: ......!

Just come here, Snow. ......!

He called for Snow, who would have heard him.

Then Snow turned blue and started running.

'Oh, don't run away, you!

Snow was heading straight for the sleeping Dea.

I can see that he's trying to get into the stranger's arms again and somehow make it through the difficulty.

I smile and say to Maria, ”Yes, Maria.

'Yes, Maria. I'm just going to go get that Snow guy. Hang on.

'No, you don't have to go that far, do you?　I've already asked the Reapers and Sera to take the place of exploring the labyrinth: ......

Reaper and Sera, who were at the edge of the deck, join us.

'So, we're feeling better!

'Lady Dear and Maria asked me to join them. Let me join them.

For some reason, Sera, who was in a good mood in her maid's uniform, was carrying a reaper on her shoulders.

Unbeknownst to me, the interactions at the party are gradually growing. And Sera-san is generally on good terms with everyone except me. That's a good thing.

She probably wouldn't have joined the party if I had asked her to.

'So, you mean, me, Rustyala, Reaper, and Sera today?'

I'm sure you will.

Maria unrolls the laundry and hangs it up quickly. It's a big deal because she hasn't stopped working at all while she's talking.

'Brilliantly vanguard only: ......

I'm a game-like thinker, and the party imbalance was almost making me sick.

Then Rastiara follows up with a follow-up.

'Wait, Kanami!　Since we've trained in magic, why don't we be the rear guard today!

'Yes, you're right: ....... Maybe we could have a day like that .......

Let's not think only in a bad way.

Let's take a lesson from Rastiara's positivity and try a new tactic in our quest today. The experience might come in handy in unexpected ways.

However, Snow will make up for it later.

First, I'm going to have him do what Mr. Volzak asked me to do: keep a ledger of our accounts. To be honest, I don't need it because I never forget numbers, but I'll let you do it nonetheless.

Snow eavesdropped on the conclusion of the conversation and walked around with a satisfied look on his face as he wiped the sweat off his forehead.

He looks free and happy today. Someday, I'll take him to the labyrinth, even if I have to drag him away.

With that vow, I headed out to explore the maze for the second time.