193 Episode 193 "Decision of Cutlass and Feen. And the Birth of" The Guardian of the Dragon "".txt (1/2)

''Now the holy sword has finally settled down ......?

The next day at dawn.

I was checking out the ”Holy Sword Dragon Sgoiner” at the entrance to the ”Saint Delilah Labyrinth”.

The dragon sgoiner ...... for short, the ”Holy Sword Drasgo” has a snarled sheath attached to it.

The scabbard for the magic sword, which was in the saint's storeroom, has a magic sealant protection charm embedded in it. I'm going to process it a little more discreetly and then put it away in a bag.

Until I put the scabbard on, Iris and Shiro (Ritogon) had a rough time with it.

Their bodies seemed to be feeling firmer, so they both jumped in the pool and swam around with Sonia the mermaid. It was like after drinking a caffeine pill. After sheathing the holy sword, both of them threw up their arms and legs and went to sleep.

But ...... this Holy Sword Drasgow isn't quite finished! There are still some final touches to be made.

I'm a little confused about whether I should ...... do that or not.

This holy sword was originally intended to kill dragons.

Now it was meant to be used to kill dragons. This holy sword has become a very important key item.

Originally it was a dragon slayer's holy sword, now it is a holy sword that can be used to harness the power of the dragon. It's a complex and powerful weapon.

Maybe I should have it after all: ......

You can't give this to someone else, can you?

It's also the holy sword that has been tormenting the Earth Dragon Earthgalls. This is .......

I was sitting at the entrance to the labyrinth, thinking about that.

'Arujido?'

Suddenly, I heard a voice.

I turned around to see Cutlass in his pajamas and Fynn.

'Good morning. You're up early. Cutlass, Fynn.

Good morning to you!

Aren't you the one who's up early?

...... I've got a few things to think about.

I said.

Then Cutlass and Fynn looked down.

...... I couldn't sleep either.

I mumbled something like that to myself.

'What's up with you two?'

You look kind of down.

Cutlass has dark circles under his eyes, and Fynn's hair is a shaggy mess.

Could it be the effect of ......'s 'curse' on 'Earth Dragon Earthgulls'?

That's okay, sir, since we were out of bounds.

They both shook their heads together.

And then - as if a bit thoughtful, slumped over, and

I would like to ask a favor from you, sir.

Cutlass and Fynn looked up and looked straight at me.

''Will you make me,'' they said, ''not only an 'Arujidon,'' but also your slaves - and in a more subordinate position - ''a slave of a slave''!

...... Yes?

Oh, my God.

You're not kidding, right? Cutlass and Fynn both have serious expressions on their faces.

They're clutching their chests, their fists are clenched, and they're staring right at me. I'm serious. Both of them.

”Not only am I your slave, but I'm also everyone's slave. ...... Why would you do that?

...... I have royal blood in my veins.

...... That royal family has been doing terrible things to Lord Earth Dragon and has been tormenting him for a long time. We who are the descendants of such a thing can't be on equal footing with all the other slaves.

”I'm of royal blood, and I think I should pick up the pieces.

Both Cutlass and Fynn look like they're about to cry.

'...... Were you thinking about that?'

They nodded in response to my question.

Cutlass bit his lip and Fynn clutched at the hem of his nightgown, shivering.

It's not your fault,” he said. It's not. It's never.

I reached out and patted their heads.

''The spirit of the 'Earth Dragon Earthgulls' was truly kind. I don't hold a grudge against Cutlass and Fynn.

...... I'm not quite a master yet. I didn't think the two of you would be so distressed.

As soon as I got back from the ”Earth Dragon Dungeon” that wasn't the ”Devil Dragon's...” yesterday, I gave everyone the detailed information. I'll be able to tell you everything that the Earth Dragon Earth Gulls taught me.

That there was an ancient dragon bone in the innermost part of the mermaid's dwelling place.

Together with the bones, the soul of the Earth Dragon Earthgalls was found.

What had happened to the Earth Dragon? What kind of holy sword I received, everything.

The person who killed the Earth Dragon Earthgalls was a hero in the past, and it was the king of that time who called him out.

The king summoned a brave man who sought out the holy sword to utilize his skills and carried out the dragon slaying.

Cutlass is a descendant of that king - or more accurately, he's a descendant of that royal family. And he's very serious.

...... It's not surprising that he feels responsible.

”I am not the kind of person who can be ...... on an equal footing with you all, sir.

'As a member of the royal family, I have a sin to bear. I should be standing before you.

So you want to be under the thumb of everyone else - the slaves of the slaves?

I said, and Cutlass and Fynn nodded.

I know what you're thinking, but...

Rejected.

Arujidon: ...... ”Well, that's not good enough for us!

Cutlass and Fynn, listen carefully.

I take their hands in mine and say, ”If you two were to become 'slaves' as you wish, do you think you would be able to live in peace?

If you two were to become 'slaves of the slaves' as you wish, do you think that would help everyone to live in peace?

”'...... Ah,'

”No one in my party says, 'You're slaves of slaves! Listen to me!

”So, but ......, we're responsible for ......

Cutlass and Fynn shook their heads.

...... Can't we just use words? I wish I had something that could convince the two of you .......

-Okay.

Okay. Then take this.

I handed the 'Holy Sword Dragon Goiter' to Cutlass.

''...... Eh. Huh?　What ────?!

Cutlass took it and his eyes widened as if he was surprised.

''If you really want to take responsibility, I'll have Cutlass be the owner of the 'Sacred Sword to Utilize the Dragon'.

I don't think it's too much to ask. Let's start over.

I received the Holy Sword Drasgow from Cutlass and placed its sheath against her shoulder.

Naturally, Cutlass naturally kneels down in front of me. She's a former Knight Candidate. It's like my body reflexively moved.

''This Holy Sword Drasgo is a sword that 'increases the life activity of the dragon'. Using it, you can make the dragon healthy. It's also connected to protecting the dragon, right?

Yes, Mr....

I want you to know that Cutlass is not responsible for the royal family's affairs in any way. But I respect Cutlass's feelings.

I'll tell them as master here.

Cutlass and Fynn are worried about it, so we're serious about it too.

'Cutlass-Mutran. And I have the same soul as her, Feen.

Yes! ”Yes!　Arujidor!

I want Cutlass to take this sword and become the Guardian of Dragons. I want you to use this sword to protect Iris, Shiro and Kerkator, the sea dragon, when they are in trouble. Fynn needs to support Cutlass. It's too strong a holy sword for one person to carry alone.

I said.

Cutlass and Fynn nodded.

'Cutlass wants you to use this sword when the dragon needs it. Fynn needs to figure out when to do it and how to use it properly. Not for the sake of the past, but for the sake of the future.

'Yes, sir!　A certain someone! ”Thank you, ...... Arujido

Cutlass puts his hands on his chest and bows his head deeply, deeply.

Fynn sits down on the ground and bows too.

'This Cutlass-Mutran. I will obey Arujidono's orders, even if it costs me my life!

Don't kill him. If anything happens to Cutlass, there won't be no more Guardians of the Dragon, will there?

Yes. Then, then, I will complete my mission as long as I live!

Please. Cutlass.

Yes!

Saying that, Cutlass gave a big smile.

When we leave here, let's transfer to the port city of Irgapha once and go to report to 'Kerkator', the 'Sea Dragon Kerkator'. The information from 'Earth Dragon Earthgulls' should be useful to 'Sea Dragon Kerkator' as well. I'll be able to tell him about the Holy Sword Drasgow then.

And for that...

So, Cutlass, I'm sorry to be the one to keep you company.

I've been expecting you, sir. Please do so, Cutlass.

What?

Oh, I'm turning red.

But it can't be helped, right? I've 'rebuilt' the 'Seiken Dragon Goiter' in a big hurry, so I have to stabilize it with personalization.

I know it's a burden on Cutlass, but I'm going to be in charge of the 'Dragon Guardian', you know?

No, sir, that's not what I'm saying.

Cutlass shyly laced the fingers of his hands together, pinching them together.

'I've just been ......ing you,'

...... Is it the time of the telescoping spear (Shinshuku-so)?

I didn't have time for that one, so I quickly 'readjusted' it before I went to Dolgor-san's place.

The 'Holy Sword Dragon Sgoiner' is much more powerful than that one.

It's better to take your time and readjust it. So I thought it would be a burden on Cutlass.

...... Nevertheless, I've decided to become a 'Dragon Guardian' because ...... I've decided to become a 'Dragon Guardian'.

Cutlass looked at me with a buzz.

'I beg you, sir. 'Arujidono!　Please adjust ”Seiken Dragon's Goiner” with me!　Let me use my body and my magic to protect you dragons!

'...... You're getting fine. Cutlass.

Fynn, I'm in tears. No, I'm pretty sure you're the same person.

I looked into the maze. Everyone else has not woken up yet.

The sun has not yet risen outside.

The only strong demon that was originally around here was Hydra. It was Cecil who had killed it before, with a whimper. The area around the labyrinth is patrolled by holy women's golems so that they can see when visitors are coming. So, we're safe for now.

We might as well 'recalibrate' outside so we don't wake everyone up.

'Well, let's get out of here. Cutlass, Fynn.

Yes! I'll go with you. ”Arujido.

And so, me, Cutlass, and Fynn held hands and headed to a place to 'recondition'.

'...... here would be good.'

We had come to a hollowed out area in the middle of a rocky mountainside.

Here, we couldn't see our surroundings. Water gushed out of a nearby rocky outcrop and flowed slowly down the rock face. It was probably from the same source as the pools in Her Ladyship's labyrinth.

From this side of the water, no one around me could hear me, even if I shouted a little. Just as long as we don't wake up the others.

Okay, Cutlass. Come here.

I sat cross-legged on the ground.

'Excuse me, sir. ......

On it, Cutlass sat down. Then, he held the 'Holy Sword Dragon Sgoiner' in his hands.

You are now ready to go.

I'll be watching your surroundings for your safety.

With that, Fynn kicked the ground.

He's holding his translucent body in the air, looking back and forth, back and forth, left and right. But you're firmly looking at us, too.

''Displaying the concept of the 'Holy Sword Dragon Sgoiner'.

”Seiken Dragon Sgoiner.

”Dragon Activation Lv 1.

A sword that increases the life force of a dragon.

Powerful Singing Lv 1

The power of the attack with a sword that sings with joy and freedom.

...... Yeah. That's not so destabilizing.

Magic items that are 'fast rebuilt' destabilize, but the 'concept' doesn't shift so much. They are more stable than skills.

I can see why: ...... somewhat.

All skill crystals are the same shape. The only thing that represents that ability is the ”concept”.

But each magic item has a different shape. Whether it is a sword or a spear, the shape of the item has a meaning and is related to the ability. The shape of the item itself may stabilize the ”concept” or ability to some extent.

...... It seems to me that if you make good use of that, you could make an original magic item .......

No, that's indeed too high a hurdle.

...... Arujido?

'Sorry. Then I'll 'recalibrate' the holy sword.

Yes, sir. ............

When I touched the holy sword, Cutlass's body trembled with a twitch.

I'm now connecting Cutlass and the ”Holy Sword Dragon Goiner” with a thread of magical power.

It's the same as when I used Cecil's True Sacred Staff Noel Root. It's a legendary-grade item, so let's go with caution.

''Cutlass, what's the status?''

I feel like I'm being touched directly by ............

'Huh,' said Cutlass, exhaling.

'There is ...... in ............ fushigiously. It's a sword that Arujidono is ...... touching, and yet it's ...... directly ...... touching me. Like. More than at the time of the spear, to ...... the uncanny place ......

How much does the sword weigh?

There's ...... don't feel like it. It's really ...... a part of me. ...... haha

Cutlass warped his white throat.

When I touch the item while it's being 'readjusted', Cutlass recognizes it as a part of her.

After that, the item feels like it's part of her, and it barely feels heavy.

It's the same as it was with Cecil. I wonder if this will work.

'............ Arujidodu.'

”Come on, Cutlass.

............ This 'Holy Sword Dragon Sgoiner' is a pretty big sword, isn't it?

Yeah. Yeah.

............ It's surprisingly heavy for a normal person to hold it.

Yeah. I worked very hard to bring it back from the 'Earth Dragon Dungeon'.

............ What happens when you swing that sword around in such a way that it 'barely feels the weight' ......?

That's probably because the ...... sword becomes part of the cutlass and it just doesn't feel heavy, so it's no different than a normal big sword to the enemy.

............ Cutlass is going to be a monstrous knight-girl, wielding a two-handed sword with one hand, .......

''Yay, Cutlass, you're the strongest.''

............ It's starting to freak me out.

Cutlass also has a cheat skill, 'Kakusei Randa'.

The knight girl who swings her two-handed sword at high speed to accurately strike a vital point is ...... yeah, she's strong.