Chapter 5
“Buaa”
Quickly dodging the incoming claws, the hostile attack did not cause damage and
The goblin’s cries resounded through the light blue walls of the dungeon.
goblin to consecutively throw two or three empty swings.
Side step, backward step.
structure. I was mindful of not being forced into the corner, while
licked my skin.
legs,chasing after me, was stubborn or just simple. I drilled pass my opponent’s
and knees while pushing off the ground, while performing a dance that never
“Gigyi~…Jaa”
The goblin was angry because he could not catch his opponent, its large eyes
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Was it the goblin who was screaming ——No, it was not because of this. It was
about to jump off.
A large shadow that completely enveloped me up to the head dived down!
I twisted my body and dodged the surprise attack in the nick of time.
silhouette.
was cracked open up till the side . Including its long tail, the full length should be
The monster that climbs on the wall
Monsters, along with the Goblin and Kobolds.
While it was looking for a moment, I disregarded the goblin and headed straight
The dungeon lizard can use its four limbs to latch onto the walls and ceiling,
who can move to a difficult location, you must wait until it landed onto the floor.
constantly dodged the goblin’s attack that was accumulated with anger, and at this
I became a bullet.
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The dungeon lizard that was facing away, suddenly noticed the crisis it was in, its
speed, I was the faster one.
the ground and plunged downwards. Forcing the dagger to enter the back of the
Kakin, Hitting it felt very tough, I do not know whether if it was because that hit
and fell down as if it had lost all its strength.
all.
The goblin cried. There were still enemies remaining.
a bold move. I watched the goblin, and removed the backpack on back——and let
Then, I imposingly threw the bag out.
The large luggage became a terrible missile. The Monster stared at it.
dumbfounded goblin.
The heavy crashing sound rang out, it was as if the goblin bounced up and flew
After having my
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“……Guuu”
its head was suddenly slanted.
ended, relieved my shoulders and let loose a big breath.
“……Good”
The injured leg can already move completely, saying that it was healed was also
“……Did I become stronger?”
no presences of Monsters in the surroundings while recalling the earlier battle.
acted as the opponent for the dungeon lizard and goblin. My body’s response was
That’s what it means for I, an Adventurer, to have my abilities increased.
taken a big stride forward in terms of growth compared to before.
Then shaking off that anxiety, I prayed in my heart, hoping for that day to come.
hope, I also want to chase up to the person that is standing far away from me.
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and Goblin, today’s dungeon exploration is also over. I have to take into account of
filled up my luggage, in order to exchange it to gold, then I walked towards the
I walked according to my memories, and walked up from the 4th to 1st floor for a
I easily defeated the Kobold and Goblin that I encountered on the way back, it
color picture.
other Adventurers like me, because there is only one exit in the dungeon, so
It was visible everywhere that there are dwarves and elves that were wearing
wearing, my voice was suddenly blocked, I held on to my psychological fear,
(Speaking of which, Is Kami-sama not coming back today too……)
said that she would not be home for a few days, so it wasn’t something to worry
Perhaps because I haven’t seen Kami-sama, my heart felt empty.
“Ah, I’m here.”
that links to the ground appeared.
length, it was similar to a round cylinder shape. Inside the round cylinder, there
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After a while, I finally crossed the final step of the stairs. My sight was suddenly
The white walls of the large tower
Currently I have reached a wide-opened space with a large hole in the center. It
exaggeration, and even after all that, there will still be extra spaces.
not feel that there was a Monster’s den directly below it, how can I put it, it was
to offer a tribute to the Gods, maybe some people would believe it. This large hall
The large hall was blue and white for the most part, the surrounding was filled with
separated the numerous furnishings that was impossible to be counted. Looking
artwork that can depict the sky more complex than this one.
naturally, and the hidden fatigue pressed onto my back.
A large number of adventurers and supporters, who were wearing backpacks, were
over to the wall. Suddenly, an unusual scene appeared in front of my eyes.
it was a transport storage box. I remember that a place a little away from the
If I remember correctly……, it was used to raid the deeper floors of the dungeon,
It was designed to store food and spare equipment, as well as loot and a large
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boxes……Suddenly, the box shook.
I was surprised and stared at the box that could move by itself.
Without opening the boxes, you could already imagine what was rampaging within
C…Could it be……
my imagination, I could guess what was inside the boxes.
I could even hear the
Is it really acceptable to have Monsters at this place……?
dungeon, and during the
destruction on the ground in terms of a global scale——In order to prevent future
Monsters from leaving the dungeon.
the Monsters themselves. Hordes of Monsters beings shipped up above cannot be a
they have not slacked off on their surveillance on Monsters. They were entrusted
affected and take appropriate measures.
dungeon. Monsters leaving the dungeon and existing in the safety areas, this
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up the stairs from the large hole. I felt vexed and my confidence dramatically
“This year they will also host that.”
“What is the significance of tirelessly hosting that?”
“Ganesha is really unlucky character, being forced by the guild to perform such a
“That is because, no matter what you guys say, he is a
Amid the bustling noise, I overheard this conversation.
Because I have never heard of that phrase before, so I racked my head. Probably
to the so-called Monster festival?
everyone else, were looking at scene of them carrying the various sizes of cargo.
In the corner of my eye reflected a head of short brown hair.
adviser, Eina-san, was there.
Her well-proportioned face was currently filled with a serious expression, it seems
(At work right……)
I held back, and did not say hello to Eina-san, who was busily discussing about
After reflecting about the earlier conversation I overheard, I felt that the act of
I could tell that Eina-san and the others, who were guild employees, were related
(Although I want to ask her what she is doing……but I should leave it for next
In order to ask these questions, and even bother her work, this was somewhat
be laughed at for not knowing such an affair.
Remaining at the scene would not be any use, and my body had already completely
I took one final glance at Eina-san, then I headed to the shower room on this floor.
“Thank you.”
After showering, in order to exchange the loot and magic stone into gold, I came to
Because I knew that Eina-san was not here, so I quickly finished my business and
“It’s evening……”
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street, the surrounding area became very noisy. Walking past the monument of the
Orario had a total of eight avenue that can be called the Main Street’s avenue, it
compared to a cake, then it would be easier to understand the view of Orario. It
To distinguish each avenue, people will call them based on their respective
and I are living at a hidden room inside a church that was built between the
it was also possible to reach where Seal-san was working at “The Mistress of
Currently, I am situated at the North-West Main street, as expected of the street
street were Adventurers.
all the formalities at the guild, and obtaining the guild’s support. Without any
naturally you will see many Adventurers at this street.
shops that were trying desperately to attract Adventurers as their customers. Just by
Entering into a dark alley that was slightly away from the main street, there is a
various specialty shops for Adventurers. Inns could also been seen everywhere.
aimlessly forward. Even if I return back home, Kami-sama was not there, so I
“Eh? Ohoh, Isn’t this Bell!”
I had just stepped onto the gravel road, and a figure in front of me greeted me.
The person had a beautiful appearance, his height was also much taller than me. If
However, even if he had a different style compared to the humans and the demihumans,
His unusual appearance, especially the unique divinity around his body made
aside from my
“Hello Miach-sama, are you here to buy something?”
personally get this……Bell what are you doing here?”
so I can only take a stroll.”
Miach-sama, who was carrying big paper bags in both hands, laughed in a good
Even I, who was a male, could see it.
of view, there were a variety of looks from children to elders, but without any
World, it is said that we will always be envious of their perfect appearances.
also eased down.
“About this, Miach-sama, do you have any news regarding Hestia-sama? She went
“You’re asking about Hestia? Mmm……Sorry. I don’t have any clues, so I can’t
“No,no! Please don’t worry about it.”
After being apologized by a God-sama, I hurriedly waved my hands, this was
“First the party you’re talking about should be Ganesha’s Banquet……But I did
able to understand something.”
“No, they did invite me, but I, as the leader of an extremely poor
days ago, and only excitedly helped as an assistant to produce our products.”
us
relationship with Miach-sama was because……Well, what people say about how
“Ohoh, right Bell, I’ll give this to you. I have also mentioned it earlier, but this is a
“EH!!”
and casually handed them over.
The tall and thin container had a liquid that was like the deep blue color from the
“Mi…Miach-sama, this is !!?”
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His somewhat malevolent glance stunned me, but then his manly smile appeared
He patted my back and immediately squeezed into the nearby crowd.
I suddenly understood and smiled at the silhouette of Miach-sama that was mixed
I hurriedly bowed once again, then I placed the newly obtain recovery potions into
Miach-sama’s
Although I completely do not know how the potions were made. However, each
recovery potion, as if they were constantly trying to differentiate them from their
example, I had often been supported by
There are business-like factions that sell items, and there also exists blacksmith
that go catch fish in the ocean. Although the only ones that are considered as a
To be blunt about it, Because a God’s Familia is only for a God-sama to earn
The way the
For example,
Just……No matter what they say, quarrels will break out between Familia of the
will not be able to establish itself is the truth. Naturally, it will also need the ability
After all, Orario is a labyrinth city, plus there are many people who wish to
As for me, I was suitable to be an Adventurer that is able to quickly earn money
special skills for other occupations.
end of the Main Street, I stared at it, and imagined my appearance of becoming a
“……”
of Adventurers wearing heavy armor also significantly went up, I walked pass the
This shop was a weapon shop that was twice the size of the ones next to it.
was lined up, it was particularly eye-catching.
written on it <Ήφαιστος>
understood its meaning, it was the symbol that represents the world-renown
I was concerned about catching the attention of my surroundings while I, as usual,
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outsiders could tell were precious. The emerald blades from the two swords that
a light sword embroidered with gold decorations.
by another dagger.
Lamp, it was diagonally mounted at the center of the treasure box, the dagger that
the treasure box. The blade that was grinded from a monster’s teeth was not only
surrounding weapons.
expensive.
I had my face planted onto the display window, this has almost become a habit.
opportunity to visit here.
Although I understood that it was a treasure that would not match with me, who
But I still wish to use it once.
If this thought was heard by the other adventurers, they will all be muttering
If I really wanted to desperately chase after Wallenstein-san’s figure, then will
I foolishly imagined myself skillfully wielding those weapons.
I continued to stare at the pure white dagger within the glass, as if I wanted to
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“……”
anxiously hoping to drill himself inside.
a sound that seemed to be terrifying and tired at the same time.
said towards a kneeling round object that was bowing her head on the floor, no, it
This was
atmosphere.
“……”
lessened and my work efficiency will decrease. Understood?”
“Hey, Hestia?”
“……Ah.”
Her tiny friend continued to keep silent and remained at the same posture,
The entire day.
down to Hephaestus.
weapon for her
blacksmiths that belong in the
adventurers or members of the
large amount of gold to purchase her own
as the position of the leader of the
members, so she could not agree to it.
had said——This also implies that she should also clearly look at her own
However, Hestia, who had request refused, began to bow numerously after the
get rid of her, she would still annoyingly cling onto her, this made it difficult
In this case, she could only just ignore her until she was willing to give up,
thought, once she was hungry, she would help back home.
Hestia continued to sincerely request towards Hephaestus.
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Even when she had dozed off, she would still maintain a similar bowing posture,
beside the point, Hephaestus was startled when she woke up, and almost fell down
Although up to this point, she had requested various things from Hephaestus, but
How do I put it, stubborn, or perhaps her expression of desire showed a strong will.
posture is that?”
“Dogeza?”
dogeza, you would be forgiven, and no matter what you request, you will be able
“Take……?”
Ahah……Hephaestus recalled the face of the god she had an intimate friendship
troubling idea into her.
She placed the quill onto the corner of the table, leaving the remaining work that
The light exuded from the sunset shone inside the house, it was very weak, this
Hephaestus stared outside the window once, then she suddenly took up a serious
revealing the back of her head.
“……Please tell me Hestia, why are you willing to do this up to this point.”
eye-patch, while asking straightforwardly.
Hestia did not change from the dogeza posture and vented out a response.
embark on a dangerous trip! The path for the trip is extremely dangerous, so I
will open up a path for him!”
The act of requesting between gods was to expose all of your true feelings out
other’s feelings. If these thoughts did not moved the gods, it means that they had
“I have always been helped by that child! It can be said that he had been feeding
worthy of being his goddess!”
“……I hate that I can’t do anything for him……”
to move Hephaestus.
“……I understand, I will help make a weapon for your child.”
looked at her.
“……Yes! Thank you, Hephaestus.”
Hestia wanted to stand up ——Was it the recoil from the long period of Dogeza,
face, Hestia pretended to sigh.
felt that even if she had to help the other, it was not too mean either.
reveal a slight smile.
takes decades or hundreds of years, you will absolutely repay the debt.”
affairs.
If she had this sort of resolve, then it would be best to destroy it. Hephaestus stood
Hestia’s nose.
I will use my body to prove to Hephaestus that my love to Bell-kun is real.”
Hephaestus closed her eyes and straighten up, while she listened to Hestia’s words,
The slim shelf displayed various translucent small hammers.
“Ah……A…A knife.”
have any excess decorations and place great importance to its functions,
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were various types of metal pieces —— She selected a
This creation work of this metal was lighter and harder than iron, and it was also
Even if it was the slender hands of a women, and did not have any special abilities
expected as the finest metals.
“Yes, of course it is. This is an entirely private matter between me and you, I
In order to perform Blacksmith work, this building had one floor prepared as a
Do you have any complaints? Hepheastus said, she used the left eye without an
“How could there be any complaints! You have been praised as a Goddess of
happy about it!”
Based on the rules agreed between the gods, they were not allowed to use any
Although Hephaestus was a
without any
“……”
herself made Hephaestus frown.
“……Then for the work that is coming up, please come and help. From now on,
“Ahah, leave it to me!”
some commands, after hearing those words, she turned away.
and chased after her.
Hepheastus’s mood suddenly heated up, she changed her consciousness from the
Hestia’s desired weapon.
Have to create a unparalleled weapon that will not shame the name of
(……Although saying this)
Bell Cranel, human race, 14 year old children.
only half a month ago. That could also mean that as an Adventurer, he was a
(A fledgling Adventurer holding the strongest equipment)
The weapon’s strength being too powerful will make the Adventurers decline, the
him to use it more skillfully than before. Also, it will not match the identity of the
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user, it will only shame the name of
blacksmith. This natural disposition was rooted with the craftsman’s efforts, and
counter her own principles. So if she had to make, she would use all her strength to
Thus, she was in a dilemma.
Referencing to her created works up till now, she was deep in thought.
happily following beside her, Hephaestus could only mutter in her heart.
On the morning of the third day, Kami-sama still did not come back.
feeling slightly lonely. Then I began to prepare for today’s dungeon raid.
be better to say that when she comes back, I could make her happy by saying
was reflected by the wardrobe mirror, renewed my spirit and inspired myself.
and lastly carried a backpack on top of my defensive gear. After wearing my
(The injury to my leg has been completely healed, today I can dive down onto the
A few days ago, I went on berserk and broke into the depths of the dungeon, as a
Although I have not confirmed it, but my
so I should not commit such a mistake like in the past. Just in case, perhaps it
I summed up today’s plan while I left from the basement. After leaving the church
alley and skillfully took a few turns, leaving the West Main Street. I accelerated
A staff employee was preparing the open-air seats, a two-man team of beastmen
through the window on the second floor of the store, could not be seen.
I reacted to the phrase white-hair, and was shocked, I could not help but stop.
entrance, there was a female cat person with cat ears and a thing tail, she
……She was the employee that was together with that elf?
looked around, pointed at myself and confirmed by saying
I should have already returned Seal-san’s lunch basket……I wondered what
“Good morning, nyaa. I apologize for suddenly calling you, nyaa.”
Facing her while she hurriedly bowed, I also exchanged a greeting.
raised her request to me.
nyaa, this is for you.”
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something to that careless fellow nyaa.”
a bag loaded with money.
emblem that I have never seen before, you can tell that this isn’t created by a
Ah, although it is so cute……However, I do not understand the progress of this
What does it mean by handing this to Seal-san……?
troubled.”
open-air seats and walked over to our side.
feel somewhat moved, she remembered my name.
and ran off to visit the festival, I wanted to hand her forgotten purse to her nyaa,
Nyaa, white-hair?”
“Ah, no, I understand. So it’s like this.”
who had an assured expression, and apologized to me. My doubts had also
At that instant, the female called Anya that had been excluded from the
turned red and she lowered her head. Her body started tremble and shake, I started
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the other staff have to prepare for the shop, and there are no empty hands, although
“It doesn’t matter to me……However, is it true that Seal-san slacked off?”
were left here.”
imagine it, so I had to ask. Looks like she used her vacation and was different from
diligently at the pub, but it seemed to be because the female boss allowed it.
was an exception and was able to have a vacation.
“……Monster Festival?”
It was a phrase that I heard at the Babel.
“Is it the first time you heard about it? It is impossible for the people who lived in
“Actually I had just recently arrived at Orario……If you could, can you please
“——Then nyaa, let me explain it to you nyaa!”
suddenly jumped between us as if she wanted to restore her reputation and said.
the
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Listening to the shocking things she said, I was deeply surprised.
“Taming the Monsters is not that surprising, white hair is an Adventurer, nyaa, so
been beaten stood up and exposed eyes that wanted to form a team……”
I do not know what kind of eyes that the elf shop personnel was looking at me, but
“Taming is a skill that exist, although it differs from each person’s qualities, but it
obedient.”
“The monsters in the dungeon have harsh personalities and are difficult to tame, so
the
Even if it was me, I have heard of the name of the
“That means they fight the Monsters, and the process of taming them is the show?”
However, the scene is extremely intense, the shop personnel added one final phrase.
“We actually also wanted to see nyaa, but mama did not let nyaa. Seal said that she
shop nyaa, Seal is such a clumsy fellow.”
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Well, I probably understand. Leaving aside the topic of the gifts, not bring any
repay it.
head over there first so you can follow the flow of the crowd and effortlessly
“Seal had just left, so if you leave now, you should be able to catch up to her
They said that my bag will only get in the way, so I should just store it in the shop.
East Main Street which was even further than the skyscraper.
I thought that I wanted to see it if I have time, while I headed out from the entrance
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want to dance.
into the dungeon, right now, the East Main Street had gathered a large number of
Countless stalls were placed either in the middle of the road or by the side, it was
the crowd. The street seemed to be decorated with ribbons and flowers, making it
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colorful flags, swaying as the wind blows. The flags had two different patterns, one
emblem was the
mother’s hand, I heard the melody created unintentionally by the footstep sound of
celebrating today, it was bright and dazzling.
“……”
coliseum. A pair of silver eyes overlooked the crowds of people that wanted to see
In the café facing the Main Street, Second Floor.
herself in a position near the window. Here you can see the entire street. In order to
gaze of the crowd, she deliberately wore a blue, long sleeved female coat.
The evidence was that despite covering her face, the attention of the people in the
table, every time her thin chin was slightly exposed from inside the hood, everyone
become motionless after seeing this.
capture the hearts of the surrounding people. She quietly looked outside the
“……”
amount of children.
Human, Beastman, Dwarves, Elves, all kinds of different race were inside the
civilians.
distance, suddenly a loud banging sound.
sound approached this location.
“Yo, did you wait long?”
Raising her hand to quickly greet her fellow Goddess, Freya gave off a shallow
It was different than the bright red hair of Hephaestus, her hair was a light scarlet
wearing an old shirt and shorts, giving an impression of a sloppy man.
“Hey, I still haven’t eaten breakfast, can I eat it here?”
Loki held onto the chair while speaking bluntly, Freya revealed a slight smile, her
like they were old friends that knew the ins and outs of each other.
yourself and even get yourself drunk and pass out. Hoho, Hestia really is
“Hey, smelly big boobs, where did you hear this kind of news.”
about this, your members are fully concerned about you.”
“Damn, those mischievous brats, they really did it.”
location.
here was also for this.
“What, I still have to introduce.”
The ones who came beside Freya was not just Loki, there was still one more
This beautiful blonde girl with golden eyes had a sheathed sword, standing in a
Beauty still narrowed her eyes and smiled.
go greet her.”
Sword princess, Freya muttered this name and stared at the female in front of her.
Familia>, she was a highly anticipated swordswomen. Her name and valor was
introduce her.
Adventurer, the people that do not know anything and stand in front of her would
The female’s face was exceptionally slim, Loki urged her
“How cute, and……ah, I understand the reason why Loki fancies this child.”
The golden eyes and Freya’s silver eyes exchanged a gaze, Aizu’s cold expression
She seemed to not resemble a female, Freya could not help but revealed a smile.
“Eh he he he……! Hey you, since it was rare to have a festival, then I can have a
Loki loudly exclaimed while revealed a wretched smile.
would finally return and calm down, but she immediately wanted to dive back
“……”
Loki said while she stretched out her hand to the side and gently touched the girl’s
whatever she wants.
Knowing how destructive Loki was up in heaven, Freya thought, she really have
“Then isn’t it about the time you explain why you’ve called me out?”
“Your mouth is filled with nonsense.”
changed her joking attitude and revealed a courageous smile. The atmosphere
The shop personnel, who was bringing the menu over, really had bad luck, the
caused him to have a facial spasm, as if he was tied down to the place, Aizu’s
expression did not change and in order to not hinder the two, she observed the
“Let me listen, what on earth are you planning.”
“Don’t act a fool, you idiot.”
and stared, it seems that he had gotten slightly red on his face as if he had gotten a
When there were no one in the surroundings, she turned her head back. Loki’s thin
“Your recent actions are quite big, appearing at a
information……What are you planning?”
the scarlet eyes seemed to confirm her intentions.
directly face against Loki’s gaze that was filled with murderous intent. There
seen. Noticing this, who knows when the shop only had them left. Aizu was
Slowly, Loki released her strength.
“Because of a man?”
The goddess did not reply, but only gave off a smile underneath her hood.
However, Loki seemed to treat the slight smile as if she confirmed it.
“Ha……That means that you took a fancy to a certain
The passionate Freya……This also means that she had loved males, it was already
If she found a favorite within the opposite sex——Even if it was a child from the
Lower World——She will immedi