A Banished Failure Survives in the Borderland and Becomes an S-Rank Exorcist

"We're going to Danger Zone Level 3 today."

Copy that.

The next morning, our team reached Danger Zone Level 3. Even so, it has been planned for a long time, so I am already ready. And after what happened last night, I was ready.

I'm sure I'll cry if the Major dies. That grief will burn your chest. Still, I already had the temper to stand up. Because that's what I've been getting from that guy.

"Bell"

"What is it... Major..."

Everyone leaves the conference room and only me and the Major remain in the room. I came to the military base from the same house today. In the meantime, there was no particularly conversational conversation.

"When this operation is over, I'm retiring the Premium vs. Mage."

"... no."

"You know. This body is already too invaded by dusk."

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"But at the same time, I'm thinking of appointing you as a Premium vs. Mage. Well, it's my back."

"... I'm only 24 years old."

"Enough skill. Your mind is fine now. Even without me."

"... don't say that like that..."

I squeezed my fist. Premium vs. Mage, who has always been my goal. I was hoping to reach that summit by the age of 30, and I was happy for a moment to know that I could reach it... but now I'm more concerned about the Major... than that.

Don't give me that look.

"I mean... I mean it!

Tears are pouring down your cheeks. It flows twice, it doesn't know it stops. Let's end yesterday with emotions. I thought so, but I'm still weak. I was going to get used to people dying. I've seen my friends die next door many times before. I'm already used to going to the funeral.

But is it so painful for someone you love to die? It feels like a burning iron rod piercing your heart. It will never heal me.

"Did the Major... always feel this way...?

I asked with tears. It's hell to carry this on and keep fighting. I wanted to know the answer to such a question.

"... that's right. Even if someone you care about dies, you have to move on. I'm a superior versus magician. It is never acceptable to stop. You're not just a magician anymore. From now on, it will be the hope of humanity. Get ready for that."

"... yes"

Tears appeared in the Major's eyes.

We mourn each other for this situation. How did this happen? Why does dusk keep torturing us so much? Why do we need to keep fighting?

If it is true, I would like to live with the Major in a safe place in a marginal city all the time. It will be difficult, but not impossible, to do so for the right reasons. But we choose to keep fighting. Even if we only wait for death ahead, we have to move on.

Because that's what anti-magicians do...

"... let's go, Belle"

"Yes, Major."

Listen to the words and follow them as usual. I used to just look up at my back. But now I'm on the same page. He finds talent, imposes training, and tries to overcome it to reach the same position.

If you want to follow instincts, even one of the hugs here, no... I wanted to kiss you. I wanted to feel his warmth. But it ended last night.

It's a contract. For us to move forward...

We never hugged each other again.

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"... eh?

The voice was the voice of an anti-magician who was walking next door. As soon as I feel unusual, I jump out of the spot. And the sight that appeared in front of me was obviously incredible.

There are about a dozen wizards here. That's when he died all at once. There were friends around without necks. His neck had already been strangled and rolled to the ground.

And blood. Blood comes out everywhere, and your body falls down one after the other.

--What, what's going on... the situation, no, where are the enemies?

"This way, daughter."

There was a voice from behind. I'll turn around soon... slightly slower. Oh no, like this... my neck is being choked...

"Bel, don't relax. It's the Magus."

"... no, Major... no, for me..."

"Dammit... you're a pretty good Magus. Never seen this level before in a boulder....."

Major sweats all over his body. And... his left arm was no longer shoulder-to-shoulder. Cracked and cut, it's rolling on the ground without a scrap. How much blood he bleeds, but as soon as he magically stops bleeding, he holds his sword.

"Hoo... don't do it. You two are just a little strong."

Magus. I've seen him before, I've defeated him. But as the Major says, this Magus is heterogeneous. It has too much magic in it, and I feel so scared that my heart trembles with just a glance. The long stretched tail swayed loosely and stabbed a rolling fellow in the head with the tail and took it to hand... predators.

"... it's delicious after all. Humans."

Are you provoking me? Or are you just doing it with interest in mind? The body of my companions is humiliated and my body trembles in anger.

"Bel... let's go as usual"

"... roger that."

That's what they say, and I nod.

And we ran across the earth... towards the Magus.

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How long has it been? Me and the Major were literally against the Magus with the whole body. There are already marks of laceration in my body, and the blood won't stop. But the problem was the Major. Besides, it hurts too much that I don't have a left arm. Our swordsman uses his sword with both hands. The Secret Sword cannot be activated without both hands. The Major will still fight... and my cover won't be in time for the boulder... and finally, his left leg will jump again.

"... giggle!! Uhhhhhh...!!

"Major!

"Bell! Don't worry about me! Keep fighting!

"... yes!!

The Major, who had his leg amputated and had a fatal wound on his stomach, rolled backwards. I wanted to go to help at once. That wound may not make it anymore. If you don't treat me right now, hurry... hurry!!

"... little girl, you're strong. I didn't know humans could do this."

"... shut up. You will definitely... kill me."

"Very good. Burning eyes at that abomination. I want to make a decision."

My anger... had reached its peak when I saw the Magus muttering. He's the only one who kills.

Kill, kill. Kill, kill. Kill, kill. Kill, kill. Kill, kill. Kill, kill. Kill, kill. Kill, kill. Kill, kill. Kill, kill. Kill, kill. Kill, kill. Kill, kill. Kill, kill. Kill, kill. Kill, kill. Kill, kill. Kill, kill. Kill, kill. Kill, kill. Kill, kill. Kill, kill. Kill, kill. Kill, kill. Kill, kill.

--I 'll definitely kill you!!

"......!!

I was already obsessed with selflessness. I am not conscious. Just wave your sword with all your murderous intentions. Avoid, cut. Repeat the simple operation. That's all. I... kill this guy. That's what I swore to myself.

"Gh... that's it!!

I think you're screaming something, but I can't hear you anymore. There is no color. There's no sound. But in the world of black and white, I was immersed in the world of swords.

It's a strange feeling. My body is light. My body moves as I imagined. You don't have to be conscious. Except I was a sword. It feels as if you are one of the components of a sword. I wonder if this is... the realm outside of people.

The sunset night also increases its brilliance according to my reaction speed. Respond to each other. And finally I... jumped the Magus' arm. The pursuit continues, of course. The fastest secret sword of all. The Eighth Secret Sword is the secret sword of special necessity.

"--The Eighth Secret Sword, The Flash of Purple Light"

Ultra-fast electromagnetic extraction. And I pulled out the sword as it was. He cut his opponent's torso and shook his sword beside him.

"Uhh... ugh... uhh..."

The Magus walks backwards, moaning. It didn't lead to a cut, but it was definitely fatal. If you try to stack more attacks like this...

"Gh... that skill... damn, let me pull it here!

"... wait!!

You try to escape, but you can't escape. I thought so, but there was no more Magus.

--Where and how...

At that moment, I remembered the Major. I forgot much about the Major's wounds when I was immersed in the battle. The amount of bleeding was faithfully telling him that his death was approaching, even as he rushed towards him immediately.

"Major! Please hold on!!

"I can't believe the bell..."

"Still, I'm fine...!!

I will rush to the Major at once. Hugh's throat seemed to be desperately seeking oxygen. Besides, the blood doesn't stop. No matter how much healing magic you apply, it won't heal. There is only one fact that it shows. I can't make it anymore... that fact is just inside my brain.

- No, no, no!!

I can't accept that we have to break up like this in a place like this. I was ready yesterday. Still, I didn't expect this to happen the next day. And... I can't believe the Major loses like this. No, that was my fault. It's my fault, Major...

"Bell... you are a vessel that can become a superior anti-magician..."

"What are you talking about...?

"That was a blow. Excellent... your sword is still... reachable to the Magus..."

"Major... because of me, Major..."

"I don't give a shit... I'm finally dying from dusk... not dying... but protecting my precious bell... I'm happy to die... that's why I make that look..."

The Major brings his bright red dyed hand to my chest, trembling and shaking. And gently wiped my tears.

Even at this time, I am impressed by the way you try to inspire me. This person doesn't change from place to place. The Major stayed with him forever. Death is almost there.

This world is cruel. Ruthlessly, you're trying to trample on all humans, and you're pointing at this reality...

"Bell, I begged you... to take the world to mankind... please..."

"Major...."

Hold hands. I keep holding the Major's hand to make sure it's warm. With tears, I can't see the front anymore. When I wipe it hard, I smile at the end.

This is the last thing I can do. I have taken care of you till now. Thank you very, very much. Then let's send it out with a smile at the end. Even if your face is filled with tears.

"Leave it to me, Major. No... Master"

"Haha, I miss you... and how you call me..."

"I will continue to fight for my master..."

"Ah... I'm glad. Now you can rest assured....."

"Yes, leave it to me..."

"... bell"

"... yes"

"... I love you. Until now, and... from now on... but... it's time to say goodbye... as a master..."

"Yes... yes... I really appreciate your help so far..."

Loosen up and relax. Your pupils dilate and your pulse stops.

Die.

Master is dead. Such a strong master died in this place, halfway down the road. Dead... dead... dead.

Gradually understand. I can't talk to him anymore, have my head stroked, have my arms hugged, have my sword taught, or do anything anymore.

When you recognise it, your chest is overflowing with emotions.

"Wow!!!!!"

I kept crying so that I could bear the remains.

Why is man trampled upon his life with his dignity?

I didn't know anything anymore. But there's only one. There was something left in my heart. For him, I swore that I would protect the humans he had protected next...

--But now you can cry. Hey, Master...?