81 Episode 81 "The Valley of the Fog and the New Awakening of Cheat Skills".txt (1/2)

”Foggy Valley

The ruins were discovered a few years ago in the middle of the ”Recreation Area Mishlila” and the ”Magical Experimental City”.

It is located in the mountains and is usually closed by a rock wall, but it is said that it opens at regular intervals.

The inside of the valley is shrouded in a deep fog, so it's impossible to tell what kind of structure it is. However, it is said that there are several narrow paths branching off through the mountains.

The fog has a dazzling effect on the senses.

So far, dozens of adventurers have gone there to explore, but all of them have been confused by the fog and fought with each other, and then escaped. Since everyone has parted ways with each other since then, it is also called ”The Valley of the Breakup” or ”The Valley of the I won't play with you anymore”.

A newlywed couple who wandered in during a harvesting quest (they've been neighbors since they were born and have been friends since childhood. They have kept their promise to marry since they were three years old, and people have been telling them to get married for years.

Then they went to King's Landing to get a new house, but their whereabouts are not known. ......

with a bang

I closed the document.

This is the adventurer's guild of 'Recreational Area Michelinella'.

Aine, Rita and I had asked the guild to show us the information on ”Valley of the Mist”.

The ”Commoners' Guild” in Metekal and this guild have a close relationship, and Aine's grandfather used to keep in touch with the guild here. Because of that, adventurers who are registered in the ”Commoners' Guild” are able to receive quests as guests.

By the way, Cecil, Iris, and Rafilia, as usual, go to the merchant who has an acquaintance with the Ilgafa lord's family to report on their safe journey.

''Thank you,''

I handed the material back to the guild lady.

''So, are there any quests that currently involve 'Foggy Valley'?''

Not really.

The guild's receptionist said.

''In the first place, no one wants to investigate the 'Valley of the Mist'.

Why?

Because the fog that fills the valley is a test of our trust in each other.

The guild's sister explained.

'It's said that when you enter that place, the companions accompanying you appear to take on the form of demons or increase in number. Sometimes they attack you, and sometimes they shout abuse at you.

We don't know until the end of the day whether it's the person himself or the illusion. So it's just that they'll get into a fight in the valley, and even after they leave there, they'll have a bad aftertaste,

You mean you're okay with people being really close to each other?

In the end, adventurers are just people blinded by greed.　Those are the people who are making the party. They can't believe in each other with all their hearts, can they?

'That's not a line from the guild.

'You're from the guild so you can say that, right?　I've been in this business for 10 years. I've seen people start a name-calling contest just as soon as someone leaves their seat, or fight over quest rewards, or complain about the person who finally accepted the job after pushing each other to be the leader, and then destroy their gut and nerves.

I don't want you to register with this guild.

''Well, I think it's fine to go investigate voluntarily. That place isn't someone's territory, nor is it off-limits. Though I think the sooner we get there, the better.

With that, the guild man concluded his story.

'I don't mind going to investigate. 'Nagi,'

Rita said next to me.

After we left the guild, we came to the market to buy ingredients for dinner.

Right behind me, Aine, clutching her purse, was looking at the stalls with a serious look on her face.

It's warmer and less humid in Mishlila than in Irgafwa, so it's easier to stay there. There are beautiful sandy beaches to the south, mountains to the east and cool breezes at night. There are hot springs all over the place.

It's a great place for a vacation ...... but it's a tourist destination, so it's expensive.

That seems to bother Aine, who is in charge of the party's purse.

'I thought Rita was against the survey.

Why?

I thought you didn't like it when your senses didn't work.

'What?　Because it's all about trust, right?　You can't afford it?

Rita squeezed my hand.

We would never attack our master. I'm sure Nagi would understand if you were to be cut down. I would never regret being with you.

You should have thought about our state of mind when you cut him down.

Anyway, if you're going, I'll take you with me. Okay?

Then Rita turned to the side, looking embarrassed.

Rita's opinion was, ”I agree with the investigation. If you're going, take me with you.

I've been thinking about countermeasures for the 'fog that misleads each other' before we came here.

We should be able to use our skills to do that. I'm sure they won't be able to cut up Rita or...

”Come to think of it, Rafilia's knowledge of the 'Valley of Mist' also matches that of the guild.

She knew more about it than you did.

I'll have a better vantage point over the other party.

If I can help you find your way back to him, I'm going.

Rita puffed out her chest.

'It's the same as with Cecil. The same as with Cecil-chan, I am afraid of not knowing who I am. That anxiety can cause you to make important choices that are wrong.

It was Nagi who helped Cecil-chan get rid of her fears, and it was Nagi who made her realize what was important to me.

I'm sure Nagi has that kind of power.

It's all over your head, man.

It's different from the time of Cecil. Rafilia doesn't have any memories in the first place, so even the 'orders' of her master can't draw them out. So, we can only go through the places that might actually give us a hint.

'You know, Nagi. Master.

But Rita laughed and hugged my hand.

''Even if it's your master, I won't allow you to make fun of my precious master.

What a paradox: .......

'Anyway, I want to help Raphilia. Otherwise, it wouldn't be fair. It would feel like cheating if I got ahead of you ...... while the other kids were hesitant. So ......

”Preceding?

It's nothing. It's a story about a girl's humanity!

Waving her tails, Rita fell on her face.

The demons in ”Fog Valley” are not that powerful. I'm sure you'll be able to find a way to make it work.

Our goal is to find something to do with Rafilia's memories, not to completely capture the ruins. It would be best if we could find something to make money, but that's not a guarantee. Anyway, we should be able to go with safety first.

''──The point is, it wouldn't be neat to just leave it alone, would it?

I don't know if that 'white girl' was Tenryu's residual thoughts or something else, but she was a pain in the ass.

If it wasn't for that, I would have calmed down and would have been on vacation by now.

''If I were to go, I'd have to take a few days off. By then, Raphilia's 'bad luck sweep' will have recovered. I want to make sure everyone's strength is restored as well.

I also want to see everyone in their swimsuits.

It's said that the Ilgafa family's villa is near the sea.

Speaking of which, Aine, are you done shopping?

The fish over here is 2 arsha for 6 fish. It's a half-arsha more expensive over there, but it's 20% more than the market price of Irghaffa...... Naya's nutrition and budget. Saving money for a stable life ...... is difficult.

It wasn't going to end.

'Huh?　Hey, I haven't finished shopping yet. Why are you taking your stall away?

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Before we could watch, a cart with a load of fish retreated to the end of the street.

Shoppers and passersby also look closely. Everyone begins to move as if they are avoiding something.

The direction everyone is looking at - soldiers come from the end of the street.

They all wear red armor. They're the town guards.

”I'm sorry, man, I'm sorry. I'm sorry, all right? We need to get a cart.

We're not doing this because we want to either.

You have to understand. It's my job. Please understand.

Please. Don't be a jerk to my family. Make sure you sell stuff right: ......

With their chests outstretched and spears held aloft - but murmuring apologetically in a whisper, the guards waved their spears and began to make a sweep. With a sad face.

What is this?

You there!　Can't you see I said stay back!　I'm sorry about .............

Oh, yes.

'His Royal Highness Clavis is coming through. It's our job. It's our job to clear the way ...... or our bosses ...... to the black wise man ...... no no.

He looked soooo tired.

I used to see this kind of face at my part-time job in the ...... original world.

'There's a prince in there.'

As we stepped back to the edge of the road, a stall-keeper told us, ”In seven days, His Majesty the Eighth Prince will go to investigate the Misty Valley.

Seven days later, His Majesty's Eighth Prince will be on his way to investigate the Valley of the Mist. It's a commemorative parade.

...... Do the nobles of this world have a tradition of parading before their adventures?　Or else you'll die?

The 'Valley of the Mist' is a place that people don't come near. If the prince doesn't let everyone know like this, they won't be able to tell that he's working hard.

...... I see.

'And, in case you're wondering, the Valley of the Mist is open. I suppose it's meant to be a nail in the coffin for the adventurers.

You don't want to get anywhere near the prince's office when he's investigating you, do you?

I don't like it, Mr. Traveler. I wouldn't be able to say that even if I wanted to.

Of course.

Not at all.

Saying that, the lady at the stall rubbed her big, fat belly and gave me a tiny piece of fruit.

His Majesty's eighth prince, His Royal Highness Kravis, huh?

He's probably the last person I want to be associated with in this world. Yeah.

There were people lined up on either side of the road before I knew it. If you blend in with them, you'll be invisible.

Let's take a look at the face of His Majesty's child.

We heard the sound of a flute.

Me, Rita and Aine bowed our heads so we wouldn't be seen from the street.

A group of guards with spears walked down the main street of the town.

They still looked apologetic and turned away from the people, but with brave steps.

Advancing behind the soldiers is a six-horse carriage without a roof.

On top of it was a boy in white and silver armor.

His hair was a light purple color. His body was not large. In fact, he is rather slender, I would say. His expression was calm, and he waved to the passersby.

I'm sure that's the 8th prince of this country, His Royal Highness Prince Kravis.

...... A magnificent figure, isn't it?

At any rate, I spoke to the elderly man on hand.

”Mm. Although she is a mistress, she is a member of His Majesty's bloodline.

The old man stroked his beard and seemed to be very good at it.

It is said that he is skilled in the art of swordsmanship and divine power, and has earned the rank of a holy warrior. He may not succeed to the throne because he has an older brother, but as a general he will serve to protect the country.

Where are the girls around you?

On top of the carriage is a prince, a girl with a spear, and a girl in a robe.

One is a warrior and one is a wizard, I guess.

They are both snuggled up on either side of the prince. They're waving at the people around them. But then they put their hands to their ears, as if to check the crowd's reaction, and then wave again. Like an idol.

”These are the ladies of the nobility who attend His Highness' party.

A noblewoman at a party?

'It seems that he is a potential fiancée. I suppose the intention is that if you love the prince, you won't fall for the mist's deceptions?

On the contrary, I think it's going to be a shura.

I'm not sure if it's ...... that you are the Countess of the Countess and the Viscountess.　I understand that the Countess unites the guilds of Metecar.

Could this Earl be exploring the magic sword in the dungeon right now?

What? You knew?

...... You're the child of Count Rigilta, the noble guild of Metecal, or .......

That's twice as many reasons to stay away from me.

The prince is waving at the top of the carriage, waving his hands incessantly. I've never seen a prince before, but he had a smile on his face, like he was sticking it on. I wonder if royalty is like that. It's hard work. You can't skip out on public events and stuff like that .......

On top of the carriage is the prince, the noble girls and ...... the rest of the carriage.

”............ that's ............

Behind the prince was a boy in a jet black robe.

He's wearing a black hat. Maybe that's why I can't see his face clearly.

All I can see is the black hair sticking out of the hat and the black eyes. I've probably never seen him before.

But he does have a smartphone.