Category: Hazure Skill “Alarm”, jitsuwa fūin kaijo no nōryoku deshita. Ochikobore no shōnen wa, nemuri kara sameta megami-tachi to yasashī saikyō o mezasu

The unexplored area I found in the Great Hall felt cold just by approaching it. There was a gaping entrance wide enough for a carriage to pass through, and it was dark inside.

“…… It’s cold.”

I can’t help but murmur so.

Even though the dungeon was getting hotter as we descended the floors, my breath fluttered white at the entrance to the unexplored area.

It’s quiet.

The Great Hall, where we had a fierce battle with the Incarnation of Rage, now reigns in silence. It’s like we’ve wandered into an ice cave where we are the only ones around.

Beyond this darkness lies the dwarves’ forge.

“Let’s hurry up.”

Felix-san tapped his staff, and the sound reverberated through the great hall.

“There was such a roar. It wouldn’t be surprising if the adventurers in the upper levels came to see it.”

I tucked my chin and strengthened my resolve to move forward. Leaving the two supporters on guard, we stepped inside the forge.

Hiding behind my body, Safi peered ahead.

“……Everything is frozen.”

“Yeah….…”

Frozen forge. It was a scene that could only be described as such. Anvil, bellows, scattered gears. Covered in frost, these items were dimly illuminated by the light from the great hall.

“Lantern”

After Felix-san used his magic to create light, the view became even clearer.

It’s a pretty big room.

The ceiling is about 10 meters high, and it looked as if all the walls of the mansion have been removed. The sides are covered in ice, and a giant-sized armor is trapped inside.

An axe with a blade as tall as me and a club that could be used as a pillar were lying dormant in the clear ice.

“W-why do we have a weapon of this size……?”

Safi’s voice trembled.

“It’s too big even for a golem, and I’ve never made anything like this before……”

Safi tried to go even deeper, but her legs got tangled.

I supported her small back.

“Are you okay?”

“Y-yes….…”

Her feet were a little unsteady.

I asked Safi, who is now clutching her forehead.

“Is it because of that technique a while ago?”

I think Safi used a special power towards the golem. The damaged golem confronted the giant golem once more, as if to grant her wish.

“Oh……you mean, the blessing?”

The dwarf blacksmith smiled wryly. She continued,

“Hmm, maybe. It’s a technique that puts our feelings into weapons and golems as magical power. There is no other manipulation to it, so it uses up a lot of magical power.”

She shrugs her shoulders, trying to act tough.

“I tried to be careful, but I guess it’s no good since I’ve been away for a while.”

Relying on the magic light, Safi began to investigate the unexplored area. Though she acted calm, she was probably nervous about reuniting with her comrades and the possibility of it happening. Her steps were a little unsteady, and her voice is trembling.

“The lights… are no good, they’re dead. The magic stone hoist crane is no good either, how did they make such big weaponry?”

Gears and shafts could be seen on the ceiling. There were also pulleys for lifting heavy objects, so perhaps that was the power source for those. The various facilities made me feel that there was a high level of technology. In the ice, there are spears, swords, and other weapons that must have magic.

Even the workshops in the Royal Capital would not be able to hit the Scarlet Axe lying here.

I could understand what the gods are expecting. 

If dwarves can make such large weapons and engrave magical runes into them, it would be very reassuring to have them on our side. If we give out special weapons to all the warriors, it will surely be easier to protect Lu.

There are also magical runes in the Western Dungeon where Loki was, but it is the dwarves who specialize in carving them on weapons and tools. In addition, there is the power of Golem technology and the ability to input blessings in weapons like Safi showed.

They got small body, but as Solana said, they are demigods.

“Dwarves are amazing….…”

If Gods highlights “military power” or “magical power”, then the greatness of the dwarf is “technical ability”.

However, there are no dwarves in the first room. There were a few small items that could be unsealed, but the most important piece of armor was in the ice. The horn in my pouch is also not particularly responsive.

“……It’s like there’s no one here.”

Mia let out a white breath and I nodded my head.

――What is it?

My heart swells with anticipation, but at the same time, I felt an uneasy feeling. I looked at the passage that led to the back. Perhaps because the entrance was open, the wind blew in.

“Let’s go.”

As Safi led the way, the cold air intensified even more. We walk through a high-ceiling passage to another forge.

Beyond that, there were dwarves.

“Guys!”

Safi turned around in a cheerful voice.

“Look, they are my friends!”

The dwarves who had become stone statues were scattered throughout the room. Some are frozen close to the wall, some are prostrate on the table in the middle, and some are lying on the ground as if they are sleeping.

There were about 20 of them in total. As if time had stopped, the dwarves stood still.

“Good, good…… I found you guys, I found you.”

Safi’s gait is wobbly but light. Her green hair is bouncing in excitement.

“Rion, hurry up and wake them up! You are ‘God’s Wake-up caller’, right?”

Then Safi laugh became wry, “Oh right, we are just dwarves.”

“U-uhm.”

I decided to use my Alarm skill. But I noticed something was wrong.

“Eh……?”

“Unseal” has the power of appraisal. If something can be wakened up, I should be able to see a faint glow on it. But such brilliance is nowhere to be found in space.

『This…… 』

I heard Solana mutterg.

“What’s wrong?”

At Safi’s urging, I put my hand on the stone statue sitting on the floor. It feels like ice, like real stone, it’s just cold.

“Wake up”

Bright light scattered. I believed that this time too would work out somehow. My Alarm skill had always made miracles happen.

The dazzling light enveloped the stone statue, scattered and disappeared. But even when the light was completely lost, the stone statue remained a stone statue.

“W-wake up!”

I repeated it. Again, and again. 

But the result is the same. 

My heart is freezing just like the forge.

『……I don’t feel any magic from these stone statues. 』

Solana’s voice could be heard.

It seems that Safi, who has been watching for a long time, has also realized that something is wrong. Her lips is trembling.

“W-what do you mean……?”

『Safi』

Solana spoke from the gold coin.

Her voice is painful, but it is dignified and clear. When she woke up, she was alone too—maybe she could understand the pain of having to tell Safi.

『The seal also imposes a burden on the sealed beings, and dwarves are demigods…… I suppose the dwarves here couldn’t stand the long seal. 』

Even Solana, a goddess, was initially protected by the gold coin. In that point of view, it’s not surprising that these dwarves can’t stand it.

But—

“N-no. That’s a lie, isn’t it?”

Safi’s eyes widened.

“……Then why am I the only one who survived?”

The red ring on her finger shined brightly.

『It maybe thanks to that ‘Ring of Protection’. Or maybe, for some reason, they were already weak when they were sealed away……』

Safi collapses, at loss for words. 

Among the stone statues is a ‘black dwarf’ and a ‘white dwarf’ with wings that looks very similar to Safi. Neither of them showed any signs of being unsealed.

“……Can’t even Gods cure them?”

I asked.

As if hesitating, the reply did not come immediately.

『……My power is only healing. As long as you have lost all your magic and life force has left your body, I will not be able to heal.』

Sigris answered first. There is a hint that Solana is also trying to say something. I waited for it.

Solana looked extremely distressed.

『…… Sorry. I can’t respond to you, my believer.』

Solana continued,

『The power of the sun is the power to send magic and light from celestial bodies to the earth. It strengthens life force but…. there is nothing I can do about a being that has lost its very life.』

The goddess was remorseful.

『…… If they had even a little bit of life force left, or if I had the strength of my mother, I might have managed to do it…..』.

The Gods used to say it. Solana is one of the youngest of the gods. I wonder if that’s the reason she is very sorry for the fact that she can’t help me. She wished she had more power.

“Safi ……”

I looked at my hands. Once again, I reached for another dwarf. Even through the gauntlet, it’s as cold as ice.

“This….”

I was frustrated.

Everyone defeated the giant golem together, and even Safi finally found her comrades. How cruel it would be if her wish of reuniting with her comrades could only be at this scene.

“Safi, I’m sorry.”

“Why are you apologizing?”

Breathing white, Safi smiled wryly.

“……It’s okay, I’ve been prepared to say goodbye since I heard about the war. But…… It’s a little tough.”

Thor spoke sternly.

『It’s unfortunate, but time doesn’t come back. 』

But God strengthens His words.

『But even if it’s not in this forge, we need to hear from the survivor. And to give up… it’s too early to throw the fight elsewhere. A voice was definitely raised from Alfheim, right? 』

『Thor…… you….…』

『Medicine God, if you look away, it won’t do you any good. One should think about the next move. 』

Safi staggered to her feet.

“Deeper than here, there is the throne room, where the King of Alfheim—the Dwarf King is. If I’m right, then the Dwarf King is still alive.”

Our next objective was decided. 

We’ll ask the king what was going on in the depths of Alvis Dungeon.

“I’ll make sure I’ll wake him up.”

We decided to leave the frozen forge.

『Oh my, oh my~, Thor is kind too.』

Suddenly, I heard Loki’s teasing voice.

Everyone did not stop. It seemed like I’m the only one who heard it.

『……I wonder why the King of the flame titans is in a place like this though. Giant weapons…… it is almost like a tribute……』

Loki muttered.

This is translated by Yume Neiji. Kindly read at yumeineijiworks.wordpress.com.

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“Please!”

Saying that, I ran towards the wall.

Seeing my action, Safi exclaimed,

“Hey, where are you going!?”

“There is a wall that can be unsealed! It maybe the dwarves’ forge or some kind of power may be lying dormant there.”

Up until now, there have been many things in unexplored areas.

—The sleeping Gods. The Spear of Sigris. And the Water Mirror of the World Tree Yggdrasil.

Maybe we can also find something there that can turn this situation around.

“O-oi, do you want us to buy some time?”

Mia-san is right. The opponent is a giant of nearly 10 meters, and with just the two of them, it will be too hopeless.

『Rion, don’t forget me.』

With those words, I reflexively touched the gold coin.  With a flash of light, a giant god—Thor, jumps out of the coin.

“Ah, damn! As expected, it’s cold here in the 5^th level!”

The incarnation of rage swung his fist.

With his red hair swaying, Thor parried that attack with his crossed arms.

“Heh~.  I felt that, though just a little……!”

As he speaks, Thor also blocks the next attack. Thor was about two meters in size, but he was not at all outmatched by an opponent several times his size.

“Loki, Solana, you guys come out too!”

The gold coin trembled and the gods spoke one after another.

『Oi Thor. You can come out, but don’t forget that if you fight with all your might, it will affect Rion’s blessings too.』

Loki said that.

Thor became silent.

“…… Mu-”

『The seal here is also strong. If we all run out of power, how will Rion fight?』

I-, I see…

When I fought the golem, only Solana was by my side. That’s because when a god loses his power, their blessing weakens as well, so only the goddess stayed by my side.

『……Thor. What happened to your hammer, Mjolnir?』

At Sigris’ words, Thor became more silent.

“The truth is……… it’s because I used too much magic in the previous battle so…..”

『Haah!? You don’t even have Mjolnir now? Save some strength! There’s still an unexplored area at the bottom floor you know.』

“Uh-, b-but ….…”

When Uru spoke, the gods began to get angry with Thor one after another.

『Huh! ……Sigh. Well then, Sigris―』

『Rion, I want you to use our power.』

Sigris and Solana’s voices overlap. The strategy they told me is certainly perfect for our current situation.

Skill 『Divine Protection of the God of Medicine 』 has been used. 【 Spear of Sigris】…… Remote assistance. It transfers magical effects to the spear and delivers them to the target.

I am combining the power of the gods.

Skill 『Sun’s Divine Protection』 has been used. 【 Golden Flame】……Improves physical ability. Further effect for a limited time.

I threw the spear with the power of Golden Flame twice. I passed it at Felix-san and Mia-san. The spear reached each of them, imbuing my comrades with the effect of improving their physical abilities.

Doing that, the magical power in my body was greatly reduced.

『Rion, my blessing works the strongest on you. Therefore, I think that the duration and buffs they have are probably about half of what you get. But…….』

“It means we can buy some time, right?”

That also means that I am now using my trump card, Golden Flame, twice in an instant. If I hadn’t leveled up, I wouldn’t have been able to withstand the consumption of magic power.

Led by Thor, my comrades began to fight back.

I quickly withdraw my attention from them. I put my hand on the wall that I had reached.

“Wake up.”

The wall began to shake and crumble. It was dark and cool inside.

Looking around inside, I gasped.

“Eh……?”

It was like an armory.

The nearly 10-meter-high wall is frozen and holds a huge piece of armor inside. There was even a tremendous axe, with a handle as big as a pillar and a blade as tall as an adult. More than a golem, it seemed more like a giant’s —just the right size for that incarnation to use.

“Why is something like this……”

I shook my head and cut off my thoughts.

What we need now is human-sized weapon.

I moved my gaze away from the gigantic armor. Looking around, there are also several rusty lumps on the anvil.

At that moment, the sound of battle intensified. I turned around and saw Thor and Mia-san fighting the giant. Thor uses his magic to blow the flames away. Then, the fist that came down was flicked by Mia-san with her axe.

“H-Herculian strength……”

It’s the power that resides in the skill <Axeman>. There’s also the unbreakable ability “Immovable”, but “Herculean strength” further increases that power. Mia-san not only held her ground with the ability “Immovable”, but also deflected the incarnation’s attacks with “Herculean strength”.

A chain of roar followed.

『……That’s impressive.』

Loki was impressed.

『The skills that reside in humans seem to originate from the power of the gods ―in her case, it’s like the skills of a god of war like Thor.』

Every time a fist is swung down, a heat wave reaches here.

But Thor and Mia-san did  not crumble. Right now, it seems that there are two gods of war.

“Ha!”

Through the gap in the fireproof cloak, I could see Mia-san’s grin. She’s like a hero standing up to a giant. However, there is a limit.

—It was her weapon that can’t take her power.

“Mia!”

Safi screamed.

It was an axe engraved with runes and had increased strength, but it still couldn’t handle Mia-san’s power. The blade of the axe shattered into pieces.

“……Uuh-?”

I heard Mia’s anguished voice.

I can’t hesitate anymore. I grabbed something shaped like an axe and made a heartfelt whisper,

“Wake up.”

The Scarlet Axe has been unsealed.

Enveloped in light, a scarlet axe engraved with magical runes appeared in the air. The blade sparked as if it had woken up, and for a moment it seemed to glow red. It’s an unmistakable mythical piece of armor.

Felix-san came to support with his ice blade, and Mia-san escapes from the attack zone. But the incarnation of rage was relentlessly trying to crush Mia-san, who had lost her weapon.

“Mia-san!”

Taking a gamble, I threw the axe to her. Mia-san threw in a chain and caught the weapon that was still in mid-air.

“Thank you.”

Mia wields the axe she received and aimed it on the incarnate fist. The impact occurred like a tornado. The incarnation even took a big step back.

“…… D-did you strike back with magic?”

Felix-san was stunned, and the god Uru answered him.

『It’s the dwarve’s technique. When that weapon receives magic attack, the runes on it will be imbued with magic and eventually strikes that magic back. It is a technique for tenacious fighting, harnessing the power of a powerful enemy.』

Thor parried the blows, and Mia-san deflected what he couldn’t handle. Magical power accumulates in the axe. The enemy can’t get close carelessly. Both me and Felix-san became aware of it. The supremely reliable vanguards, God Thor and Mia-san, are creating a huge opening for us now.

“But……!”

It seemed to be a precarious equilibrium.

Who will collapse first, the enemy or Mia-san?

Just then, a small shadow darted around at the edge of my vision.

“……Safi?”

The dwarf blacksmith approached a fallen guard golem.

“Thank you, you guys. You’ve done well for a thousand years. But… let me give you one more bonus…!”

She took out a hammer from her waist. Safi wielded her hammer at the guard golem that is still in its original form. The golem core glows in the shape of a rune.

“Blessing……!”

The guard golem that has lost one of its arms begins to move. Even though its body is in tatters, it received the encouragement of the dwarf and runs towards the incarnation of rage with only one arm.

Safi slumped, as if she had exhausted her strength.

『A blessing …………? That’s the technique of the white dwarves…』

『Maybe it’s a special power. The title of Ten Blacksmiths is not for show you know?』

Solana and Uru muttered to each other. In fact, Safi’s power was certain.

――Guoooo!

The incarnation annoyingly swatted the golem away. But by doing so, it became a huge opening for the others.

“Let’s go……!”

A scarlet light dwelled in her eyes and the axe. Along with the ability “Herculean Strength”, Mia-san’s weapon spewed out magical power. The giant seems to have been shocked. It unleashed the magic of many shots of that fist at once.

“Kuu-”

Mia-san also puts her hand on the ground. The difference between her and the enemy is that she is not alone.

“Rion, I’ll leave the rest to you!”

“Yes!”

We can’t let this chance slip.

I quickly used all of the God’s power now.

Skill 『Sun’s Divine Protection』 has been used. 【 Golden Flame】……Improves physical ability. Further effect for a limited time.

The third golden flame.

My eyes flickered at the sudden decline in my magical power. But I can’t be weak. It’s an opening that my comrades made for me.

“Haaa!”

I jumped towards the head of the incarnation of rage. The flames of the enemy started  to burn my skin.

“Wake up!”

―However, the salamander residing in Lu’s gauntlet created a barrier against the flames.

I broke through the flame defense.

I then used the skills of the gods who have defeated the titans.

Skill 『God of Thunder’s Divine Protection』was used. 【Hammer of the God of Thunder】⋅⋅⋅⋅⋅⋅Shoots a powerful lightning attack.

With the power of the Golden Flame, I swing down the Hammer of the God of Thunder.

The lightning in the short sword smashed into the giant’s head. The blow was much more powerful than usual. If magic is the power of imagination —perhaps the “Golden Flame” can also strengthen the “Hammer of the God of Thunder.”

Cracks appeared in its head. The crack grew larger and larger, reaching the chest containing its core.

――Gods!

The Incarnation of Rage screams from his collapsing throat.

――I’ll be waiting for you at the bottom level.

――My name is ……!

It was more of a declaration of war than a death knell.

――Remember the name of Flamebone Surtr!

Like the other golems, the Incarnation of Rage crumbled. A huge pile of rocks and dirt formed in the hall. Smoke was rising here and there, probably because of the intense heat.

Then came silence.

The sound of the golem returning to the rubble subsided, and the large space is enveloped in a calm silence.

“……We won, so that’s good, right?”

Mia-san muttered as she sat down.

“Rion, you guys ….…”

Thor looked at us with wide eyes. Then he shook his head slowly and disappeared, leaving behind a red light.

“……Yeah, we won. And this victory is ours.”

There was no cheering, no joy, nothing. We just slumped down and congratulated ourselves for having survived.　

You leveled up. You are now Level 22.

I leveled up but…… How strong was that monster? 

Don’t tell me…. like Skoll’s level……

Mia-san sprawled on the ground.

“Ah~, I’m so tired! Hey, Raven Warriors, please give me a generous reward!”

Safi approached Mia.

“See? You’d better take care of your weapons!”

“Un. I’ll take care of this.”

Mia strokes the Scarlet Axe. It had a hook on the handle and was large enough to be used as a chain axe.

“Next—”

I look at the unsealed forge.

From the gaping entrance near the wall, I could feel the cold air even from here. We have to investigate that place.

But a giant-sized armor encased in ice —why was there such a thing?

This is translated by Yume Neiji. Kindly read at yumeineijiworks.wordpress.com.

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Too huge, just one step.

His feet looked like they could crush even a carriage, and his face was burning red as he looked down.

――Gods.

Along with the hot breath, that voice echoed in my head.

Is this monster talking?

――Found you.

――This time, this time, ……burn to ashes!

As the air fluctuates with the high heat, wide-opened eyes and clenched teeth became visible to us. The neck, chest plate, limbs, everything is thick. On top of that, his whole body is on fire, so it felt like my skin would burn just by standing there.

Coming from one level below was a giant that reached a total length of 10 meters.

“This is ….…”

I feel like an idiot. I can’t believe I’m doing nothing, just looking up, muttering to myself.

Roar!

The courage I had worked up was extinguished, and my feet tried to run on their own. All my instincts were in unison, telling me not to confront it.

『That voice, that appearance……!』

Solana’s voice was also trembling.

“W-what is this guy!? Can it still be a mere monster……!?”

Even the veteran Mia-san was afraid. Felix-san also had his mouth wide open, unable to cast a spell.

『Listen, Rion. That fiery giant, no— that titan, it appeared in the scene of Ragnarok that I showed you before. 』

Overwhelmed, I frantically gulped. I adjusted my breathing. I followed the basics of adventurers and tried to calm myself down. Sit back. Stand with my feet shoulder-width apart. Then I looked up.

No matter how scared I am, not looking is the worst option and will result in me failing to avoid danger.

『This magic power—it looks exactly like …….』

The goddess did not get it either.

Fear is contagious, and I almost ask what she meant.

『Calm down, Sun Goddess!』

Thor roared.

The Thunder God’s words seemed to be heard by the rest of my companions too. Everyone looked at me. To be exact, in the gold coin in my pocket.

『The flame titans once had their own king. I sense a strong resemblance in this “Incarnation”. 』

And Thor continued.

『The same smell comes from deep underground. If this city is where they dig up the “titan’s ashes” and if there is a titan’s body underground, then it’s—』

My hand holding the short sword trembled.

“King…… of the Flame Titans?”

A cry erupted as if in response to my words. It reverberated through the halls of the stone walls, and my head was about to crack.

Flaming fists come rushing down to us. We scattered to dodge it.

The floor rippled like a carpet, and a heat wave swept over our fireproof cloak. If it weren’t for Safi’s runes —the fire defense would not be manipulated, and that blow would have ended our party.

“W-what the……?”

My head is full of questions.

Why, how could there suddenly be such a strong, seemingly impossible being here now…!

『Look closely and remember. 』

Thor spoke, scolding his hapless apprentice.

R-remember?

Looking up at the “titan” through my hood, God’s message flashed across my mind.

He said, ‘The incarnation of rage has appeared’  but ….…

The “titan” held his hand out towards the wall. With that, the stone that made up the wall peeled off and flew towards it. The stone was absorbed into its body.

“Perhaps…….”

I remembered my first impression. I know a monster that build their bodies out of rocks and soil.

“Is that a golem!?”

『I heard the message say, ‘Incarnation of Wrath,’ which means it’s not real, it’s more like a puppet. 』

“But….…”

A new question burns in my chest along with impatience.

Felix-san shook his hood and looked up.

“……Instead of mixing the titan’s ashes with the golem core, they may have made a golem core from the titan’s ashes ……!”

I detected the magical power on the monster before us with the Divine Protection of the Hunting God. A bright red light shimmered on its chest.

Is that really a golem core?

“Then…. In other words, it is a being created by the ashes, so it has thoughts that are close to titans!”

Felix-san nodded repeatedly, but I could only understand a little.

In short, it was born from the ashes of a titan. Magic stones are usually used for the golem cores, but for this one, instead of magic stones, the ashes of the titan are solidified to form one.

“You idiots, let’s get out of here first!”

A chain axe swished above me. Mia-san knocked off the debris the size of a human head that was falling to me.

The passage is now on the verge of collapse due to the rampaging giant golem.

“H-here!”

Safi jumped out of the backpack.

“There should be a large hall here! It has a high ceiling and can be used widely.”

“……Spaces like that are likely to be dens of monsters.”

A thud came behind us. The giant golem walks towards us, thumping and shaking the floor as it moves.

“Hmph! So, is there a greater threat than that!?”

“…… R-right.”

We hurried after Safi. The Incarnation of Rage stops in its tracks at various points as it was getting stuck to a beam in the ceiling. From time to time, crumbling rocks were hurled to us. But we only look forward, dodge and rushed our legs.

Then in a wide passage, the left and right walls were suddenly cut off.

—We made it to the Great Hall.

“Uh……”

We groaned.

There were indeed monsters in the huge hall. There were guard golems that we had encountered and defeated earlier. The blue light on their heads catches us.

Mia-san readied her chain axe.

“Wargs in the front, orcs at the back gate, right?”

“……It’s at the front gate.”

Felix-san, you……

So meticulous even at times like this.

Six guard golems in front and a giant golem in the back. We were being attacked from both sides —just as Mia-san had said.

『It looks like we have no choice but to do it. 』

I braced myself hearing Solana’s words. However, the guard golems quickly split up to the left and right and began to move closer to the wall. There is no sign of them attacking us who have just rushed in.

Then the entrance was lit red.

“Its here….…”

I looked back.

The “Incarnation of Rage” rushed into the great hall.

I prepared myself for immediate combat. But the giant golem was stopped in its track.

——Don’t get in the way! You puppets!

The golem guards by the wall took up their weapons and leapt at the incarnation.

“Monsters are attacking monsters……!?”

Mia-san was stunned.

I’ve never heard of something like this either. Only Safi, the black dwarf, seemed to know what had happened. Her dark eyes are moist.

“They remember…… They are still following the orders from 1,000 years ago.”

Safi paused then she whispered, “Thank you”.

“Fight the titans, they are still doing what the dwarves told them to do!”

The guard golems were kicked around by the incarnation.

I don’t think there’s a chance of them winning. But one after another, they get up and continues to fight the incarnation.

We kept our distance from them, taking the opportunity to catch our breath and get ready for battle.

『……Rion, let me out. 』

The gold coin vibrated at Thor’s words.

『The opponent is equal to a titan. I will do something about it. 』

『Thor, I’m sure you’ve noticed, but this is the fifth level. This is the lowest level at the Royal Capital’s dungeon, you know? The seal is pretty strong here. 』

『We can’t just leave the humans in front of a titan! 』

Loki and Thor are arguing.

Certainly, it’s tough for us to fight that enemy alone. The light of the magic detection on it was much stronger, even compared to the Mithril Golem.

I glanced into the hall.

……Something that could help!

“Oh….…”

I saw a faint light on the wall in the distance. The light indicates that the “seal can be removed.”

“—Safi.”

I called out to dwarf girl.

“Was there a dwarf forge here, too?”

Safi wipes away her tears.

“Yes there was.  A place where magical weapons were forged.”

At this moment, before I knew it, the chain of metallic sounds had stopped.

Then huge roar echoed through the great hall.

The giant golem, who had destroyed the golem guards, turned his eyes on us.

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Night in Alvis.

It’s now midnight. Rion and the others had finished their first day of exploration and all the blacksmiths and adventurers were asleep.

Carts went inside the dungeon. Its cargo was a dark red orb -a golem core. The transporters are low-level adventurers hired with money. Many of them were in debt and on the verge of becoming slaves.

As instructed by the employer, they left their carts on the exploration layer. Both the Adventurer’s Guild and the guards turned a blind eye to this late-night transport.

It would have been difficult for Ganis to put pressure on the guild on his own, but the “business-savvy” slave traders were always making arrangements for him.

Eventually, the golem cores were activated.

From the rocks and dirt around it, huge stubby bodies were formed. Then the giant golems carried an orb the size of a barrel on his shoulders. And just like that, they disappeared into the depths of the dungeon.

< Puppeteer> Ganis, is still unaware of the arrival of Rion and the others. On the other hand, Rion and the others also don’t know what the magician is experimenting with.

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It’s the second day since we arrived in Alvis.

I will continue to “train” to become stronger. However, I pull the hood of my fireproof cloak down over my eyes and avoid combat with monsters as much as possible.

Today we are prioritizing getting through the levels.

The dungeon of Alvis has 10 levels, so in addition to fighting monsters, I also have to get used to the battlefield. In fact, the deeper we dive, the hotter it gets, and the sweatier we get. Still, when I think about defense, it’s hard to take off the cloak.

The party members are the same as yesterday, with Mia-san, Felix-san, and two supporters carrying luggage. Safi is with the supporters, and the male supporter carried the backpack she is in.

After drinking plenty of water and taking breaks, we made it to the fifth level.

“Whoa……!”

I was so surprised that I involuntarily exclaimed. The structure of Alvis’ dungeon has changed in the fifth level.

The ceiling is now 10 meters high, and a number of magic stone lanterns shine brightly above us. I’m pretty sure it’s much brighter than the cloudy sky outside.

The road is also wide enough to accommodate three horse-drawn carriages. It is as big as the main street of the Royal Capital. Until now, the passage was like a part of a mine, with a conspicuous rugged stone wall. But the walls here are suddenly smooth and polished to the point where they almost shine a ray of light.

“As expected….…”

Safi peeked out of the backpack.

“This is the palace. The mountain of Alfheim has collapsed, burying everything from the main gate up…….…”

Looking up, I talked to Safi.

“It’s such a wide road……”

“It’s like that all the way down from here. We work with golems, so we need a road wide enough for them to pass by each other, and a ceiling tall enough for them.”

I see. So, the roads are made to fit golems, rather than dwarves.

“The white dwarves also had wings, that’s why the ceiling is so high.”

The previous levels were large enough for adventurers to fight. This floor is even larger, so it must have been the center, with many dwarves and golems passing through.

“Our forges will also start coming up from this floor. The upper floors are the warehouses and barracks for soldiers.”

I took a deep breath.

“It’s amazing……”

Since leaving the Royal Capital, there have been so many surprises, both about the journey and this dungeon. There are so many things I want to talk to Lu and my mom.

When I get home… after I’ve defeated the titans, the slave traders, and all the other things, I’ll definitely tell them.

“…There have been no reports of ancient forges being found on this level.”

Felix-san, who is also wearing his hood, taps his staff on the floor.

I suddenly realized something.

“Maybe….…”

“Mm. It’s possible that it’s ‘sealed.’”

I used Alarm skill to raise my ability to assess our surroundings. For the time being, there was no wall that could be unsealed as far as my eye could see.

“Let’s go and search.”

We start walking down the huge aisle. Perhaps because it was early in the morning, there were relatively few people here at this deeper level. It’s a great way to focus on the presence of monsters.

After proceeding for a while, I heard loud footsteps.

“……An enemy.”

Perhaps because it was quiet, Mia-san have sensed its presence as well. I looked at her in agreement and pointed to the corner about 50 meters ahead.

“It’s getting closer. It’s two-legged, it’s big and it looks like it got armor on…… I can hear a metallic sound.”

“Armor?”

This time, Felix-san spoke. Remembering the level we are at and the monsters that appeared so far, I nodded.

“Guard Golem, right?”

His prediction was correct.

What appeared in the corner ahead was a huge body dressed in armor. It’s hard to grasp the size of the passage because it’s wide, but it’s probably about 3 meters long.

It is a rough humanoid figure, with a cylindrical head lit with blue light. What sets them apart from ordinary golems is their weapons and armor.

One is armed with a club, the other with an axe. And both were protected by decorated armor. This soldier-like appearance is the origin of the name “Guard Golem”.

“Eh? That’s our golem……!”

Safi’s eyes opened wide in surprise.

Mia-san’s mouth turned up in a frown.

“Good grief. Then why is it attacking us!? We’re here to help the dwarves!”

Solana responded from the gold coin.

『Hmm…… Over the years, the golem created by the dwarves may have been incorporated into the dungeon.』

With awkward movements, the golems approached us.

I decided to take the initiative. I took a deep breath and accelerated towards it. The club and axe that are swung down are not scary if you can read the trajectory well.

While dodging, I slashed through the gaps in their armor. I had seen fights with Skoll, mithril golems, and even gods —extraordinary beings. Compared to those, these attacks were so easy to see through.

『Rion… you’ve gotten braver. 』

Thor acknowledged me. It’s not just about skills. I myself have gained strength through experience.

“Mia-san, Felix-san!”

One signal to my comrades was enough.

A chain axe quickly smashed the head of a guard golem. Then a magical flame pierced the chest of the other one.

My role is to stop them, and my party members’ main focus is to deal heavy blow on them. It was our first time fighting one, but with our teamwork, it’s not a threat.

“Hmm, my level’s gone up too..”

“Let’s just say we’re growing as a party.”

Mia-san shook her chain axe and grinned, while Felix-san shrugged.

Like mine, their weapons also had magic runes engraved on them. Mia-san’s axe has 『Toughness』. In addition to increasing the power, it also seems to have the effect of increasing the strength of the weapon.

As a blacksmith, Safi seemed worried that the strength of the wielder was beginning to exceed the weapons’ design.

As for Felix-san’s staff, it has『Wisdom』. It increases the power of magic.

Felix-san traced the faint glowing letters with his finger.

“At this rate, we might be able to go and defeat the intermediate boss on Alvis’ 6th layer.”

I tried to relax my nerves, but a chill suddenly ran down my back.

Reflexively, I used the <Divine Protection of the Hunting God>. But there was no need for special search. Because from the end of the aisle, came a tremendous roar.

The entire dungeon vibrated.

The magic lamps on the ceiling even flickered.

“W-what the-?”

Mia-san held up her chain axe. In the distance, there was a golem staggering weakly. Smoke was coming out of its body, as if it had just emerged from lava.

Then the golem came to a halt, eventually crouching down.

“……Huh?”

……It looks like the remains of the golem we saw in the corridor yesterday.

――Oooooooo!

Again, a roar shook the entire dungeon. Pebbles also fell from the ceiling.

Felix-san’s eyes widened.

Another creature appeared, ruthlessly trampling over the golem.

“Gua, o, ooo……!”

It was a huge cow about the size of a horse-drawn carriage. Its horns, sticking out on both sides, were on fire.

Felix-san groaned.

“……Muspelheim Aurochs……”

It is commonly known as “Fire Ox”. It is a dangerous monster on a par with Garm. It appears in the sixth layer about once every half a day and was also called the “Intermediate Boss” due to its strength and the number of magic stones it possesses.

I know only that much.

But—

“Why is it on the verge of death already……?”

Safi’s voice trembled. The Aurochs’ entire body was burned, its right eye was crushed, and it was dragging its other leg.

Then the Fire Ox took its last breath and fell with a thud.

“D-don’t tell me…… Did it run away from the floor below……?”

I managed to squeeze out a voice. I felt that if I didn’t say something, my pounding heart would give way to fear.

The left side of the huge passage is connected to a staircase. Something is coming out from the lower level where the fire ox has fled from.

The ceiling was nearly 10 meters high.

We looked up at the huge body that had “bent over” and walked in. It is humanoid, and its whole body flickers like a summer sun. When I detected its magical power, I saw a bright red light on his chest.

“……Golem?”

I thought so because the light on its chest looked like a golem core. Its face, distorted by the heat, had a faint expression. Its mouth stretched as if it is grinning.

“D-did it laugh……?”

Mithril Golem in the Western Dungeon. An army of golems in Kalmar.

More than anything, I sense the presence of a titan.

The Incarnation of Rage has appeared.

The fact that God’s voice echoed in my head means that even the Chief God is also watching this situation.

The colossal golem ―no, the titan man― rushed towards us.

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『Rion?』

Solana asked as I suddenly stopped in my tracks.

We are at the fourth level. It was still on the shallow side of the Alvis dungeon’s combat layer, and I am getting used to the dungeon by defeating baby rock worms and subspecies goblins. 

As to be expected, there hasn’t been a big one like an adult rock worm for a while. The battle for me to get used to the new dungeon was just as our team had envisioned at the beginning.

“……It’s a big one, it’s getting closer.”

But now the approaching sound is clearly on a different level.

It’s four-legged, and there are two of them.

In my magic detection, a strong red light is reflected at a distance of about 50 meters. It was supposed to be a powerful enemy, but the vibration of the ground was faint. That means that the enemies have a habit of hiding their proximity. 

I think it’s the same magical beast type as the warg.

“……An enemy?”

The hood I wore shook as I nodded in reply.

Mia-san also stopped, perhaps sensing something as well. Felix-san also holds up his wand and is ready to use his magic.

“It’s fast. It’s a four-legged beast, much bigger than a horse.”

At my words, Mia-san put the hood of her fireproof cloak back on. She licked her lips and squinted her eyes.

“Oi oi. Don’t tell me….…”

At that moment, a bright red light burst out from the corner.

“!”

Hot.

There were two shots in a row. I reflexively jumped to the side to avoid it. A huge flaming bullet came through the position where I was.

“Garm……!”

Felix-san groaned.

I recalled the information we had gathered earlier. Like the adult rock worm, it is a powerful enemy that appears in the deepest part of this dungeon. The reason why Alvis dungeon has a high recommended level of 25 is because of the appearance of this monster.

Well, it’s other name is—

“Alvis’ guard dog ……!”

The two Garm opened their mouths wide. Flames were building up in their bright red mouths. Even though they were far away, the tips of their noses were smoking. That’s how intense the heat was.

Although they had high mobility, it was this monster called Garm that gave off the highest heat in this dungeon.

“Rion, we’re fighting too!”

Mia-san holds up her chain axe. Holding back my trembling, I pulled my chin back. I don’t want to show my pathetic side in front of everyone.

“Yes.”

I reactivate the “Golden Flame” that had been used up.

Chains rushed through the air.

“Gaah!”

Mia-san’s chain axe slammed into the side face of the howling enemy. One of the flames was interrupted, and what follows is Felix-san’s magic.

“Ice Blade!”

A white line appeared on the ground. It stretches out from Felix-san’s feet and crosses the Garm’s front legs. The heated air froze. Immediately afterwards, a blade of ice occurs along the line.

“Gaah!”

One of its front legs was torn off.

Not wasting the opportunity, I kick the ground. I jump under the chin of the guard dog. Then I quickly thrust my short sword in its throat. Flames from the dog’s spit leaked out of the wound, and my hands felt hot even through the gauntlet. It was a relief that the fireproof hood was protecting my face.

“Haa.”

I took a short deep breath and swung the blade. I slit its throat in a straight line.

“Ga, goo…gu….!”

Only one left.

As I jumped back from the fallen Garm. I noticed that the other one was about to fire the buildup flames in its mouth. Though it received a blow from the chain axe, it still seems to have enough will to fight.

The aim is—

『Rion!』

Me?

However, just when I was about to react, the gauntlet on my left hand glittered.

“Wake up.”

This time, I used “alarm” in the red crystal. 

What came out of the left gauntlet was a small lizard wrapped in bright red flames —it’s a fire spirit called a “Salamander.” This fiery spirit is stored in the red crystal of my left gauntlet by the dwarf blacksmith.

“Pyi!”

The spirit unfolds a barrier between me and the Garm that looks like a series of scales. 

It’s the “Flame Nullifier” barrier in my armor. That was another trick Safi added to my defense.

“Gaa!”

The Garm fired a fire bullet. But the scale-shaped barrier completely prevented the flames. If the garm had an expression, I guess it would have stared at me with dumbfounded look.

“Pyi, Pyi……”

Rubbing its stomach contentedly, the Salamander returned to the crystal. 

If I could block the flames, it’s my victory then.

“Yaa!”

I kicked the ground and closed my distance to the garm. It seems that the fire bullets require the garm to open its mouth to store flames. In other words, there’s no need to be scared once you get close.

Just like the first one, I killed it by slashing its neck. 

The monster falls with a thud. The trembling paws made me feel that they were living beings after all. Even if it is sealed in this dungeon, the body will always be alive.

“Well done, you won.”

Turning around, I saw Felix-san’s smile.

Safi sticks her head out of her backpack and stares at the monster on the ground.

“……The monster just now is a Garm, isn’t it?”

“Yes, but….…”

“Are all adventurers as strong as you?”

Uh-huh…….

When I use the blessing of the Gods, my power rises tremendously. That’s part of my strength, but I’m only level 20 and I still have a lot to experience as an adventurer. I don’t think I can easily call myself “strong.”

“Even so….”

Safi looked around the dungeon.

“I can’t believe that the place where Alfheim used to be is now full of monsters.”

Her mouth was hidden inside the backpack, so I couldn’t see it. But I felt like she was smiling sadly.

“The end, the sealing, it’s starting to feel real to me.”

Solana’s voice comes from the gold coin.

『…… It’s also because we lost. Safi, do you recognize this dungeon? 』

“Ah……”

Safi hesitated.

“Yes… I guess so. I think it’s the palace.”

My eyes widened.

“P-palace?”

“Yes. But…… the terrain is so different, and to be honest, I’m not sure. I think I’ll be able to say more when I got definite proof.”

According to Safi, in the palace of Alfheim, the land of the dwarfs, there was a forge, a treasury, and magical tools that respond to “Mirror of the World Tree Yggdrasil”. But that’s far inside. In terms of the dungeon, it seems to be the lowest level.

“Hmm? Now that I think of it, don’t they usually put important things on the top of palaces?”

Mia-san asked, scratching her head.

“Not everybody likes tall buildings.”

Safi shakes her head with a stunned look.

“The dwarves’ palace was made by hollowing out a mountain. The main gate was halfway up, and the throne and forge were located on the lower level. There was a back gate at the foot of the mountain, and there was a magnificent building on the ground above the main gate, but…”

The dwarf blacksmith lowered her dark eyes.

“Perhaps, the top of the mountain has collapsed. When we entered here, we went through a great stone arch, didn’t we? It looked exactly like the main gate a long time ago.”

“The mountain has collapsed?”

Mia-san exclaimed.

“Then, was there a big earthquake?”

“No, I don’t know that much. I was asleep and when I woke up…… it was all over.”

At that time, not much was known about Alfheim. There were white dwarves and black dwarves, and there is no doubt that they were hostile to monsters in the same way as the gods. The story that some of the black dwarves have turned into goblins and other monsters seems to be true.

Safi is a black dwarf. It seems that the races were a little wary at the time—but that’s about all the big information.

Solana spoke from the gold coin.

『Hmm…… Do we have to go deeper?』

At that moment, the voice of God sounded in my head.

You leveled up. Your now level 21.

I was surprised.

Well, today, I defeated quite a few monsters, and I also defeated a strong enemy such as Garm. 

But to gain one more level….

“Did I absorb a lot of magic in the fight with the golem?”

In the battle that brought me to level 20, I defeated quite a few golems together with the Gods. Maybe I still had some of the magical power I gained then. 

I think about that as I pick up the Garm’s magic stone.

After defeating a few monsters for a while, the first day’s training was over.

『…… Hmm?』

On the way back, Solana calls out.

『Rion, isn’t that also the remains of a golem?』

“That’s true…..”

There is another remnant of a golem near the wall. This is the second time we have found one today.

Felix-san shakes his wand.

“Strengthen the Golem with the ashes of a titan—if there is such a magician, it seems that he frequently conducts experiments in this dungeon.”

I nodded, but the creepiness only increased. 

There are slave traders, but what is the purpose of the person who created this golem?

『Even here, the presence of the Titan remains, albeit faintly. 』

When I used alarm, Solana flew around near the golem core.

“And as expected, the further down we go, the stronger the presence of the titan becomes. But…”

The goddess hesitated.

“The more I explore—the stronger, the more unpleasant, and more burning it feels. This is……”

“What’s wrong?”

“Hmm……”

Solana’s expression was gloomy. It felt like she was covered in a dark shadow, like the sun on a cloudy day.

“Do you remember when we talked about the Flame Titan?”

“Yes…… They tried to burn the whole world to the ground.”

“Right. And that Flame Titan also had a ‘king.’”

Certainly, the titan’s ashes were made from the body of the titan who tried to burn down the world.

“……Do they look similar?”

“I think so. There is a golem in Alvis, and it has some of the ashes of titans mixed in with it. And if the ashes of the titans were born of Alvis…”

My throat moved slightly.

Does that mean that the one sleeping in Alvis is an especially strong flame titan…?

We left the dungeon. 

A sound like wind echoed from the depths. For some reason, it sounded like the groans of a giant. I felt like something was going to wake up in the depths of the dungeon.

I had to hurry up.

A sense of impatience is burning in my chest.

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“Wake up.”

A slash flew out.

—That’s the only way to describe it. A wind with a sharpness that is different from just a gust of wind flew towards the rock worm.

“Shaaaa!”

When Safi swayed and escaped with the backpack, the rock worm pursued her. And like that, the dwarf and the monster stared at each other, their mouths opened in the same way.

“Kikiki!”

“Nooooooo!”

One has bright red eyes and the other has teary eyes. 

The body of the monster stretched out from the ground. That’s when a wind blade passed through the middle. The rock worm then stood still. Safi, with teary eyes, has also stopped screaming. 

“……Eh?”

Safi blinked her dark eyes.

The body of the rock worm shifted up and down. The severed top half falls to the ground, turned into ashes and disappeared.

There was silence.

This is the power of Sylph―the awakened spirit, I guess.

“J-just now….…”

In my head, Uru’s voice echoed.

『Haha! That was amazing! 』

(Eh……?)

『I’ve never seen a spirit get this motivated. 』

His unreserved praise continued. I stared blankly at the blade that had unleashed the slash.

『The spirit may have wanted to support you. It may also be because of the wind magic runes carved by the dwarf, but still, that wouldn’t have happened if the spirit hadn’t been motivated. 』

I looked down at the blue crystal short sword and the glow that resided within it.

Wan! 

I think I heard the proud voice of the spirit sylph.

Felix-san also crossed his arms.

“……It looked like intermediate level magic or higher.”

The gold coin trembles again.

It was Loki. He seems to have withdrawn from his usual antics and is genuinely impressed.

『The spirit must have read Rion’s thoughts. It reproduced them, and a complex effect like magic appeared. 』

“M-magic…? Me?”

I’m sure I was told before that I had no talent for it. I have a decent amount of magical power, but I can only do things like start a fire with magic.

『Magic is imagination, the power of thoughts to form a picture. 』

Loki continues, 『The spirit made up for what you lacked. Probably the power part—the aggression. Still, the sylph must have really liked you. 』

With the magical powers that I thought I couldn’t obtain, I was able to save my comrade from danger. I felt relieved.

“Thank you.”

As I looked and spoke to the short sword, the crystal on it glittered with pride.

“Thank you too, Safi.”

If it was thanks to my stronger weapon, then I should also be grateful to the dwarf blacksmith.

Safi popped out of the backpack and smiled proudly.

“……Hmmm, welcome! But don’t forget the other kid.”

Of course. I checked my left hand. The crystal on my gauntlet was red. Safi had put a certain spirit into it. During our journey, we passed many carriages carrying ore from Alvis. Safi reacted to one of them, saying, “This one carries a fine spirit stone!”

It seems to be “Fire Spirit”, but …….

Mia-san dangled her chainaxe.

“It’s good that you defeated it, but isn’t this a bit of a warning?”

Scratching her red hair, Mia looks around.

I also used the <Protection of the Hunting God> to search the area. There was no sign of enemy approaching. 

There was a risk that Safi’s screams would attract monsters. But since we are still at the first level of the combat layer, it didn’t seem like there were that many monsters to begin with.

“Mm, certainly.”

I picked up the magic stone that has fallen. It is the size of a fist and is even larger than those from skeletons or orcs. I think it’s dangerous that a monster that should have been found into the deeper level has appeared and it can even drop something like this.

I called out to everyone.

“I think it would be better to tell the guild that manages the dungeon.”

If a large monster appears beyond the upper levels, it will be a major problem. Adventurers who specialize in shallow levels could find themselves in unexpected danger. Just like me in the Eastern Dungeon.

Felix-san glanced at the two supporters.

“Given the purpose of the investigation, I would like to keep our identity a secret, but… I guess that’s not going to be the case this time.”

The female supporter nodded her head and walked back to the top floor. She will inform the Adventurer’s Guild about the anomaly in the dungeon.

Like Kalmar, there may be others who are looking for me. That’s why I think it’s best to leave the contact to the Warriors as much as possible. The procedures for entering the Alvis Dungeon were also being handled in secret by the warriors. Well, apparently, they have people who cooperate with the adventurer’s guilds around the country.

“…Maybe the ‘titan’s ashes’ have been scattered more than we thought.”

As I spoke, I lowered the hood of his fire-resistant cloak.

The Rock Worm’s flame bullets were highly powerful. It’s better to protect my head even if I sacrifice a little bit of vision. In addition, when fighting strong monsters, it will inevitably catch attention, and in the combat layer, there is a limit to how much you can blend in with the crowd.

I think a fireproof cloak and hood would naturally hide my identity.

『I think you have until tomorrow to get used to the dungeon……..』

This time, it was Solana who spoke from the gold coin.

『Maybe we should hurry. 』

(Yeah….…)

If there are a lot of ashes scattered in this dungeon—that means the enemy’s evil plans are progressing, or this is an important place.

“Hey, come over here.”

Mia-san beckoned to us.

A stocky humanoid figure was lying, leaning against the wall. It was about three meters in size.

“This is….…”

“A golem, right?”

Mia-san put her hands on her hips and pursed her lips.

“It hasn’t turned to ash. It’s not one that emerged from the dungeon, but one where a golem core was brought in, like in the Western Dungeon, isn’t it?”

“Excuse me.”

Felix-san went close to it and crouched on the ground.

“Hmm…. I see, I see…… I guess it’s an experiment.”

His coronet is sparkling.

“I’ve started to understand a bit about the slave trader in Alvis.”

Mia-san and I looked at each other.

Poking at the faded golem core with the tip of his wand, Felix-san explains.

“There is probably someone here who is controlling the golems. They should have been entrusted with some kind of task by the slave trader—perhaps mining ‘titans ashes’ or something similar. I can sense that level of ability from this golem. However—”

Felix-san paused and held up his finger.

“That guy also seems to be doing his own evil tricks.”

“……How do you know?”

Looking at Mia-san, Felix-san shook his head in dismay.

“The adventurer we faced in Kalmar was clearly of a lower ‘status’. The transport was supposed to be secret, but he let his guard down, and, blinded by a little money, he turned to pickpocketing —if slave traders are involved, they would never use such an adventurer.”

If so, then….

Felix-san continued,

“Perhaps the golem transport we discovered in Kalmar is a kind of side job that the golem user here do on their own—you can think of it like that.”

“S-side job……?”

My face twitched. What a dangerous job.

Felix-san shrugged.

“Slave traders must have some kind of network of contacts in different places, with those who do evil and those who supply them with power and slaves—so their interests are aligned.”

Gideon might have been targeted in this way as well.

If the Eastern Dungeon in the Royal Capital remained as it was, slaves would be sent in and…..

I shuddered.

I wonder what is going on at the bottom of this Alvis Dungeon.

“……I’m going to get stronger faster.”

I need to level up as quickly as possible and go to the unexplored areas of this dungeon.

Eventually, the warrior who had been on the surface returned.

The Adventurer’s Guild’s answer is simple. “We’ll be dealing with it” —which meant that the lord of Alvis wasn’t doing anything about it.

This became more and more similar to the Eastern Dungeon in the Royal Capital.

“Grrrr……”

As I continued to train, I eventually heard a growl in the distance.

I used the <Protection of the Hunting God>, “Wild Heart “.

The magic detection that I had become accustomed to had caught a huge four-legged monster running towards us.

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The exploration layer of the Alvis’ Dungeon continues up to the second level. The ceiling is a little higher than the Eastern dungeon in the Capital, and the passage is wider. The edge of the dungeon is connected to the mine, and it seems that equipment from that time and giant weapons for the golems are still being unearthed here.

We pass carts and carriages—there are horses in the dungeon—as we descend into the battle layer.

Eventually, we reached the third level.

“Let’s start by warming yourselves up.”

Mia-san shook her red hair and pulled out her chainaxe.

“There are some small fire-wielding monsters here. You should get familiar with them.”

As we talked, I used my ability, “Wild Heart” to sense the vibrations in the ground.

Footsteps? 

Hmm, no, it’s not.

Something is moving in underground.

“It’s coming from underground!”

Something like a snake jumped out of the ground. It raised its head as if it had grown out of the soil. On its head was a large single eye. Our images were distorted in its emotionless eye.

“It’s a baby rock worm.”

Mia-san told me.

By the way, Felix-san and the rest of the warriors are waiting at a slightly lower area. First of all, they want me to get used to the dungeon, so I’ll take priority in the fight.

“Be careful. It may be small, but it can still breathe flames from its mouth.”

With a slight purr, the ground shook even more. I jumped backwards instinctively. Something thrust up from directly below where I had just been.

“W-what……”

A stick? Or so I thought.

A number of “sticks” suddenly grew out of the ground. But “it” swell and turns its head to me. The same red light as before —but many times bigger—were staring down at me.

“……That’s an adult rock worm.”

Mia-san’s face twitched. The baby rock worm that had just emerged quickly fled underground.

“Oh? It’s not big!?”

“This is the kind that appears on the sixth level.”

I was stunned.

The Alvis’ Dungeon has a total of 10 levels. 

Does it mean that the monster that goes out into the depths suddenly came here?

“Kikikiki”

Four adult rock worms.

Well, I’ve also heard about this monster from my father.

Their surface is rough because they have a rock-like shell as their name suggests. They can also breathe fire from their mouth. In addition, they can dive underground and regardless of walls, they will chase you even if you try to run away.

“……Mm, troublesome huh.”

The four mouths opened sharply from my left and right.

“Uh-”

Flame bullets were fired at me. I reflexively dodged to the side. Flames grazed my fireproof cloak and exploded on the wall.

『Rion!』

“I’m fine.”

I responded to Solana’s concerned voice.

Flame bullets keep coming one after another. If I concentrate on dodging them, I won’t have any problems. However, in this way, it is also difficult to make an attack.

“……It’s hot.”

Even a mere scratch burned my skin. My fear of fire made me freeze up. It’s difficult to avoid and counter at the last moment like with a blade.

“Wake up!”

I summoned the spirit sylph.

“Wan.”

A gust of wind rushed through. A few rocks that had fallen to the ground lifted up and hit one of the rock worm’s eye.

“Kikiki!”

One of them, whose eyes are smashed and turned blind, swings its body around. On the part of its belly facing towards me, I could see white patches here and there. It is clearly different in color from its rock covering.

Does that mean that part is not armored…?

The information about its weak point that I had reviewed suddenly occurred to me.

“Alright.”

I kicked the ground and move forward.

The remaining rock worms fired flame bullets at me, but I ran in a zigzag pattern to avoid them. The rune “Jinrad” carved into my short sword glowed green, and a wind swung around the blade, pushing me from behind.

Acceleration.

In one fell swoop, I got into the bosom of the rock worm!

“Take this!”

While sliding, I slashed at the opponent’s key point.

The blade sinks into the opponent’s body. I clearly felt a hit. I slid with the momentum, and out of the corner of my eye, I saw the rock worm I slashed lying motionless on the ground. It then turned into ashes.

“……Can you continue?”

I respond by raising a hand to Mia-san. My training continuous.

“Yes. I now know its weakness.”

I feel like I’ve gotten stronger. Maybe it’s because I’ve leveled up to level 20.

If my magical power has also increased, I might be able to make much more use of God’s blessing than before. “Golden Flame,” “Thunder God’s Hammer,” “Wild Heart,” or a combination of these. If my magical power has increased, then I’ll have more cards to choose from.

“Kikiki……”

There are still three opponents in total.

As I waited to see what they would do, all three retreated underground.

“They’re coming from below!”

“Then―”

Skill: 『 Hunting God’s Divine Protection』was used. Executing【Wild Heart】. 【Wild Heart】……Detection. With magical power consumption, effects can be further increased.

I consumed magical power to follow their traces underground. I can see it in full view with a red light.

The next place they’ll appear is right at my feet.

“Ya!”

I jumped backwards and avoided their surprise attack.

The monsters may have been stunned as they stopped moving. Well, I had read their moves completely.

The rock worms’ bodies then stretched out completely upwards.

“Kiki……!”

They made desperate flame attacks.

I easily avoided the poorly aimed attacks and corrected my balance with my left hand. I firmly planted both of my feet on the ground and this time, I attacked.

There are two rock worms that grow vertically. From the current position, both are exactly in a straight line.

Skill: 『 Sun’s Divine Protection』was used. Executing【Golden Flame】. 【Golden Flame】……Improves physical ability. Further effects for a limited time.

『Go all out!』

“Yeah”

Solana’s voice was also answered by Thor.

『Haha! That’s generous of you. 』

At first, I was going to wait and see, but I changed my mind after defeating one of them. My level increased, my weapons have changed, and it is a new dungeon. I want to see what happens when I move with all my might.

“Fuu.”

In addition to the acceleration provided by the magic runes “Jinrad,” my physical abilities also increased. With one step, I closed the distance of five meters and sliced through the rock worm on the right, along with its shell.

Then I turned my wrist and aimed for the one on my left side.

My enhanced sensing abilities can tell me about the gap in their armor. The blade, which slipped into that gap, cut through the enemy’s body with almost no resistance, just like with water.

I looked back.

One collapsed and the other was split in half. Then both turned to ashes and disappeared.

“I’m sure there was another one……”

I detected it with “Wild Heart”.

Now that my physical abilities have been enhanced, I should be able to find it even if it ran away a little farther.

“Kyaaaaaah!”

There came a tremendous scream.

Apparently, the last one appeared in the rearguard, that is, in the position of the supporter who is carrying Safi on her back.

A small face pops out of the backpack and shouts with teary eyes.

“Why are you coming here!?”

The supporters are indeed from the warrior group. She dodged it leisurely, but the jaws of the rock worm snapped in front of Safi’s eyes with a bang!

“~~~~~!!”

……Her scream cannot be heard.

『…… It’s funny, so why don’t we leave it like this? 』

『『『『Loki!!!』』』』

Putting the mischievous God aside, who was being scolded by all the gods, we can’t afford not to rush this anymore.

Just as I was about to step forward, the crystal on my short sword flashed.

―Wan.

It was the voice of the wind spirit, the sylph.

……Does it want me to swing my short sword?

“Safi, bow your head.”

A blade of wind swept through the air.

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Alvis’ dungeon has features that other dungeons don’t have.

—That is, it is a real “mine”.

After getting ready at the Dancing Dwarfs’ Pavilion, we head into the dungeon.

The entrance is a gaping hole in the middle of the mine, and it is so impressive that several horse-drawn carriages can pass by. It’s made of rocks, but the surface of the rock is smooth, as if it had just been quarried.

“This is……”

Safi spoke from behind Felix-san’s back.

Since the dwarf would attract attention, Safi hid in the backpack even in the dungeon. Thanks to her Ring of Protection, she should be able to deal with seals for a while, but…….

“What is it? Is something wrong?”

“N-nothing……”

I wanted to ask more questions, but my eyes were drawn to the inside of the dungeon.

“Whoa……!”

The ceiling is about 10 meters high. Many magic stone lanterns are hung from it, making it as bright as midday, despite being a dungeon.

In the large hall that can be seen, the voices of buying and selling echoed out. To my surprise, some people were even shopping in horse-drawn carriages.

“T-this is the first level of the dungeon, right?”

“That’s right.”

Mia-san smiled. Like it’s fun to see me so surprised.

Well, it would be impossible not to look around like this.

“Alvis’ dungeon is a rare dungeon with a market on the first level. Slimes do show up sometimes, but everyone knows that.”

“E……eh!?”

Felix-san added.

“Furthermore, it is officially recognized by both the Adventurer’s Guild and the Temple of Odis.”

I heard a little bit about it from my father. However, the reality is beyond imagination. Because around the thick pillars, there are adventurers who are setting up shops.

A horse-drawn carriage passes in between.

“Get out of the way!”

“Make way!”

An extra-large axe, likely something that had just been excavated, arrived on a cart. It was being pulled by strong adventurers.

Boom!

The huge axe was placed on a conspicuously high stage. Then people gather there in a hurry.

The person on the stage, with his thick belly and arms, had an outstanding presence.

“Alright, alright! This golem-sized giant axe was excavated from the second layer of Alvis! It’s made of Gran steel, which cannot be refined with modern technology. All it takes is melting it down and casting it into a rare item that’s sure to become an exceptional product!!”

His speech resonates all the way back to the entrance, followed by high-pitched sound of clapping hands.

“Let’s start from 80,000 Gent!”

An auction!

Apparently, the relics from the dungeon will be auctioned off inside the dungeon!

As I stand there in shock, I almost bump into a party of adventurers walking by.

“It seems a boss have come out in the 5^th level.”

“That’s a bit early, right?”

“Is the strength of the monster increasing?”

“Just as the general message said……”

My ears picked up on such conversations. I wonder if the monsters’ strength has changed due to the “Titan’s Ashes” even in this seemingly thriving dungeon.

God’s overall message of predicting the “end times” also seems to be taken more keenly here than in Kalmar. It’s probably because it’s a city of adventurers.

『……There are signs of ashes. It’s very strong, it is coming from the bottom. 』

Solana told me from the gold coin.

『This might be the unpleasant presence Safi felt when she woke up. 』

That means it’s a dungeon where there might be titans…

I had expected this from the information we had received beforehand. But hearing the voices of the adventurers, I can’t help but feel a sense of urgency.

I’ts bustle and crisis.

“Okay! 100,000 Gent! The price is settled at 100,000 Gent!”

The voice announcing the end of the auction brought me back to reality.

Mia-san is smiling.

“Magic stones are bought by the guild, and there is a separate market for ores. But anything dug up in the dungeon gets snapped up right here by the blacksmiths.”

The huge axe was loaded into a carriage and disappeared into the entrance in a flash.

I wonder if it will go straight to the forge as it is.

“……It’s kind of amazing.”

“Yeah, it’s great. I too want to be the first to get my hands on the finest raw materials —I guess that’s what a blacksmith is all about.”

Adventurers would find weapons in the dungeon, and sell them. After someone buys it, they dive into the dungeon again.

So, this dungeon is where weapons are both used and created huh…

Felix-san tapped his staff on the ground.

“Okay, let’s go down.”

I slapped both of my cheeks and scolded myself for getting carried away. I tucked my chin in and responded with a firm yes.

From here on, it was a real combat.

“It’s training time.”

“T-training?”

Felix-san seemed a little surprised. But he quickly shrugs.

“Certainly, it’s training.”

“Uhm. We are going to spend two days training in the dungeon, and then we are going to the bottom level, that is, the boss level on the last day…… is that right?”

I confirmed the planned schedule we had decided on beforehand. Spending three days on “training” seems a bit leisurely. The power to protect Lu may lie dormant here. Safi’s friends must be there too. I really want to challenge the boss right away.

However, it is Felix-san and Mia-san’s experience that we followed.

“Rion, don’t be impatient, especially at the beginning.”

Looking up, Mia-san’s eyes are serious. Felix-san also had his hand on his coronet, rubbing it.

“Fire-wielding monsters appear here. Rion-san is at level 20, but I would like to raise it to at least level 22, and if possible, I want to raise it to at most level 25. The recommended level of this dungeon is level 25, but—”

Felix-san paused then he continued,

“The flames of monsters stimulate our instincts. In other words, they cause craze. You may lose your composure in fear, panic, become ill, and even die —it’s something that can actually happen.”

“That’s why we had to change our equipment huh.”

“Exactly.”

We had switched to Alvis’ Dungeon gear.

I am still wearing the gauntlets that Lu had given me. However, the crystal on my left gauntlet had turned red.

It’s the work of Safi, the dwarf blacksmith.

The cloak for travel has also been replaced with a material that is resistant to fire. In addition, Safi also has runes engraved on our armors. The runes, “Fire fist” and “Ice block” ―― meaning, flames stagnate.

“In this dungeon, in addition to the lowest level boss, there is also a larger mid-boss. It would be a good idea to fight them beforehand to test your skills.”

At that moment, a male and female adventurer walked up to us. A burly man is carrying a large backpack. The other one, the woman, was carrying nothing.

The two of them stopped with their feet in attention position.

“Felix-dono.”

“We’ve arrived.”

I was surprised by the suddenness. But when I looked closely, I saw they were the Raven Warriors, who had been traveling with us. I didn’t recognize them at first because they were wearing Alvis’ dungeon’s gear.

Felix-san introduced them.

“I’ve ordered them to meet up here. I’m going to have them carry Safi on their back.”

As he spoke, Felix-san handed the backpack containing Safi to the two of them.

“In addition to magic stones, there are heavy ores and relics here. For that reason, it’s not uncommon to have two people ―the so-called supporters, to help carry items.”

Support specialists, I guess. I’ve heard that such people are necessary in dungeons with many levels.

I bowed my head to them.

“Pleasure to work with you.”

Now, we’re ready to go.

It’s time to begin my exploration.

I checked my short sword on my left hip. Safi has engraved runes into our weapons as well.

When I remember God’s voice, I feel inspired.

Blue Crystal Short Sword [Jinrad]

The dwarf blacksmith bestowed on my weapon a wind magic rune, the same as the spirit that resides within it.

“Let’s go!”

We descend to the battle layer.

In this new dungeon, I’ll try out the new powers I’ve received from the gods and my allies.

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The carriage passed through the city gate and entered the main street. There were forges here and there, and one after another, we passed carts full of weapons and ore.

There are also many adventurers. Alvis has a dungeon, so I guess they are heading there to explore it. There are monsters that can control fire, so they enter equipped with fire-resistant armor and magic. I think the reason blacksmiths stand out is because of the need for good quality fire-resistant armor.

Even in the city, the presence of the mine is outstanding.

I had no choice but to look up at the towering wall, and smoke billows out from what appears to be some kind of facility. I wonder if this is what a volcano looks like up close too.

Alvis’ dungeon is said to be integrated with this mine. It’s heart-pounding and eye-opening because it’s a completely new and unfamiliar place for me.

“We’ve arrived.”

A voice came from the driver’s seat.

Our first stop is an inn on the outskirts of city. The old sign on it reads, “Dancing Dwarfs Inn.” As I was getting off, Felix-san told me.

“The Raven Warriors have secret collaborators all over the place. The owner of this place provides us with lodging and food.”

Me, Felix-san, and Mia-san got off at the inn. The others went back to the carriages and carts and went out into the main street. They’ll probably continue gathering information from there.

“There is a temple of Odis here too. If there is an enemy, they will keep an eye on it.”

“I see……”

Staying at a regular inn means we can blend in with other adventurers. There were so many adventurers here after all. Also, a small inn wouldn’t stand out. Plus, as long as they’re helping us, they won’t let anyone else stay there.

By the way, the dwarf Safi is—

“Are you okay?”

I try to talk softly to Felix-san’s back.

“……I’m fine.”

I heard Safi’s whisper.

Even when standing, the dwarf’s body only reached up to my stomach, so she could fit in a large backpack perfectly.

Felix-san is carrying the backpack containing Safi.

“She is strangely very light. It was said in old books that dwarves made no sounds when they walk. I guess this lightness may be the reason.”

“Oh~ but it smells like apples! Wait, this was supposed to be a food bag, right? I can now understand how it feels to smell smoked meat.…”

“L-Let’s get in.”

Mia-san and I pushed Felix-san’s back, and we went inside the inn.

Eventually, the innkeeper comes and lets us into the room. When we told him that we hadn’t had our breakfast yet, he smiled and prepared it for us.

“Sorry to keep you waiting.”

The menu that came out was typical of a mining town. Browned sweet potatoes, well-cooked bacon, and black bread. It also comes with a soup with onions, carrots and mushrooms.

My stomach rumbled.

Me, Mia-san, and Safi waited for Felix-san’s prayer before we started eating.

Black bread is said to be eaten with cheese, bacon, and vegetables in between. It seems to have been based on the lunch box that you take to the mine.

Mmm, it seems that you can eat it sooner if you do so.

Some of the ingredients are pickled fish, and various combinations are interesting.

“Haha, I’d like to eat a lot…… but it’s impossible to eat it all as we have to go inside the dungeon.”

Mia-san’s muttering made me stop biting my food.

Right. If you get punched in the stomach inside the dungeon, eating too much can be a big problem.

“If we take a little rest before we leave, there should be no problem…… That’s an admirable mindset though. To tell you the truth, I thought you’d eat as much as you want because it’s free. I’ve changed my opinion of you.”

“You-, who do you think I am?”

Mia-san and Felix-san are at each other’s throats once again.

Safi on the other hand is curiously eating the black bread with only vegetables in between.

『……That looks good. 』

I heard Thor’s voice from the gold coin.

『Hey, can you unseal me? 』

(Eh, but ….…)

『I’m not going to destroy anything. 』

I unsealed the gods.

They all manifested themselves in small forms.

Thor, Loki, and Uru looked curiously at the food spread out on the table before picking up the food and started eating it. Even though they are doll-sized, they ate three slices of bacon in no time.

““Ah……””

Mia-san and I spoke at the same time.

The gods were saying something about the doneness and the draining of the blood.

Sigris looked dumbfounded then she pulls out her large spoon. She stirred the soup and served it to Thor, who choked on his throat.

You can even use that sacred item to serve the food huh….

“……Mm, everyone is eating.”

Little Solana floated gently, looking down at the table.

“You are not going to eat?”

“Uhm, well… the truth is, this is my first time “eating”.”

“Eh……?”

“O-of course I’ve seen it! Even though there were many believers, we never ate together.”

It’s a little surprising. But come to think of it, during our family’s meals, Solana never said she wanted to eat, she just watched us eat.

Loki spoke.

“Solana’s mother is the sun god. In the first place, if you have magical powers, you fundamentally don’t need to eat. I think she focused on being transcendent rather than interacting with her believers.”

“Oh~….…”

“Maybe it got something to do with our educational policy.”

Solana was acting fidgety, which was unusual for her. Her blonde hair and eyes were moving from side to side.

I guess she wants to eat it, but she can’t seem to make up her mind.

“Solana”

I called out to her.

I’m sorry I didn’t notice it until now.

I put some bacon scraps, cheese, and vegetables between the pieces of bread.

“……Oops, I guess this would be hard to eat at your current size.”

When I said that, Solana grew up. She turned to the size of a normal girl and sits next to me.

“Hey, it won’t be a problem for a little while. I’ll be right back.”

She must have been really interested to eat with us. Solana’s eyes sparkled as she imitated the others and took a bite of her sandwich in one go. She chewed hard and swallowed.

“D-delicious……! So this is food! My mouth feels very happy!”

“That’s good.”

“Mmm, mmm!”

Solana’s eyes light up as she takes a bite. After drinking the soup Mia-san had served her, she finally returns to her original doll size form.

“……Are these guys really gods?”

Narrowing her eyes, Safi tilted her head.

Loki chuckled.

“Not knowing also means you can grow. Solana is still a young god among us you see.”

“……She’s like a kid.”

“Oi, dwarf! You said what!?”

Safi looked at the feast of the gods suspiciously.

The short rest before venturing into the dungeon passed in a lively manner.

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The carriage rocked and shook, waking me up from my sleep.

A faint light leaks through the curtains that block the windows. I felt my body cracking as I sat down. I popped my whole body for a moment, and then I opened the curtains.

The carriage was approaching the mountain pass. From the window, I can see the city—the mining city of Alvis.

It was a city with a huge mountain on its back. The morning sun shines on the smoke rising here and there. It was as if the city was creating sparkling clouds.

The mines stand like a giant wall behind the city. The east side of the ridge leads to the forest plains, while the west side leads to the river. Part of the river flows into the city, presumably the source of the water transport connecting it to the Royal Capital.

It’s the first time I’ve seen a big city other than the Royal Capital.

“We managed to arrive in the morning huh.”

I was so focused outside the window that I did notice someone was already beside me. Felix-san’s words were laced with a smile.

“Well, we couldn’t ask for any better, this is the fastest pace we can go.”

I pulled my chin.

By the way, the other person in the passenger car, Mia-san, was still asleep in a sitting position. The fact that she didn’t wake up even with the hard rocking made me think that being an experienced traveler was a matter of skill too.

My body was still a little sore. It had been a forced march, with us trying not to rest as much as possible even through the night.

“For us to get ahead of the slave traders…… Isn’t it?”

Felix-san nodded his head.

After causing a golem riot in a town along the way, we rushed to Alvis.

If we go slowly, it will take us 6 days from the Royal Capital. But the Raven Warriors galloped through the night and used spare horses, thus we arrived in four days.

The day before, that is, yesterday, we did stop the carriage to rest. Without that, I don’t think we would have been able to move at all. After all, traveling in a carriage is tiring, even if you just sit there.

“Officially, the golem incident in Kalmar is being blamed on a magician. However, some people may find it strange. Also, the person who was supposed to receive the golems will inevitably become suspicious.”

Felix-san continued.

The horses neighed, and the carriage shook again.

“It will take some time for that information to be transmitted directly to Alvis. At best, we should be able to safely explore and prepare for five days, three days at the very least.”

Mia-san got up, turning her shoulders. She yawned like a cat.

“Fuah~…… Three days is a short time.”

“That’s true. The dungeon in Alvis is different from the one in the Royal Capital, and it’s quite unique as well…. Anyways, let’s first meet up with our local allies who are gathering information.”

Felix shrugged. The coronet on his forehead is sparkling.

“The number 1 thing for an adventurer is information.”

Something moved violently beneath my feet. Then a small hand grabbed my toes.

“……Is it morning?”

It was Safi, the black dwarf blacksmith .

Her red ring is shining. The dwarf girl stared at Alvis with round eyes.

“You’ve got to be kidding me… Is this Alfheim? There’s no palace, no forge, nothing…. The shape of the mountain is similar though….…”

Her reaction is the same as that of the gods. They were all stunned by the scene 1000 years later.

The gold coin trembled.

My heart felt the same way.

“I want to enter the dungeon as soon as possible.”

If there is a dwarf who has asked for help, we may be able to find something if we enter the dungeon.

“I agree with Rion. Since there’s a deadline, the sooner we act, the better. There’s no guarantee that prior information will be reliable, right?”

Felix-san acknowledged with a serious look in his eyes.

“Of course, we’ll head to the dungeon as soon as we can.”

When I put a lot of pressure on my stomach, I heard a gurgling sound.

……Come to think of it, we hadn’t had our breakfast yet.

Mia-san chuckled.

“Kuku, Felix. What you said earlier is the famous phrase for an adventurer, right? For adventurers, Information is number 1 and number 2 is—”

“………Number 2 is supplies. By the way, in the Warrior Corps, Number 3 is discipline and Number 4 is faith.”

White smokes are also rising from the mining city. It’s probably from the morning cooking.

It’s a city I don’t know, but I wonder if there is a “wake-up shop” here as well.

Felix-san said,

“When we enter the base, the first thing we have to do is eat.”

The gold coin in my right pocket suddenly vibrated.

『Supplies are important. Rion, make sure you get some meat. 』

『Make sure you get plenty of nutrition. Eat vegetables, too.』

『You can’t eat on the front lines, so you’d better eat what you like while you can…… Preserved meat, and dried fish that has been dried to the point where you can nail it……Ua-aaaaah-』

『I won’t like it if we don’t have tea. 』

Gods with a lot of demands…..

But did everyone eat meals a long time ago?

『Breakfast huh……』

Despite the crowd getting a little excited, Solana made a curious voice.

While they were talking, the carriage arrived at the gate of Alvis.

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