I’m an Adventurer! ~Musou Skill is Plane Magic~
Chapter 74: I Thought It Wasn't Just Me
"I thought I heard a burst of bread, and there was a hole in my belly. I thought it was bad, and I covered my head with my arms, and this was eating into my right shoulder.
The village chief woke me up with only his upper body lying on the bed and offered it to me.
The suite on the top floor is considered to be the finest in the inn. Beds also look soft and cushioned. Commander Shizukuishi, you are well treated.
The hotel we stayed in yesterday had clean sheets, but it was a hard sheet bed with a slightly distorted window frame. There was also a strong gap wind blowing in the middle of the night, and Argna, who couldn't stand the cold, slipped into my bed. I'm fine because I'm warm too.
There's nobody in that suite but me and Argna, the village chief. The guard was packed with three soldiers, but the village chief said, "It's my son. No danger at all. 'and kicked him out. It seems embarrassing that you can trust me so much. The deported soldiers appear to be roaming near the entrance, according to signs. A sense of purpose, a sense of responsibility, or, above all, a sense of motivation. Maybe I'm just afraid of punishment for desertion.
Although it is slightly deformed, it can be seen that it was originally spherical. The material is probably lead due to its weight and blunt appearance.
I mean, bullets. It's also a primitive torpedo gun. Ah, that's a bit annoying.
"I think it's lead, but what do you think?
"... yeah, I think so, too. Rupture sounds must have caused something to burst. I think it's like a blowing arrow.
Avoid giving clear answers to the village chief's questions. Maybe it's a gun, but considering what that means, I can't answer that very clearly.
If this was not lead, but an iron ball or bronze ball, there was no problem. Alternatively, if it was needle-shaped rather than spherical. If so, I could think that it was born after the development of technology that should be in this world.
Needles are the basic form of blowing arrows, and iron and bronze are common materials in the world. And harder than lead. If it had evolved legitimately, it would have made iron and bronze harder than soft lead. Normally, I think it's more powerful.
Moreover, lead is not common in this world. It is known to exist, but its toxicity is also known, and it is not a metal in the public domain. It was used occasionally in carvings and the like.
The reason for using that lead in a bullet is because you know that "deformation is more lethal", or you have the assumption that "normally bullets are lead balls." That means you have the knowledge of guns that shouldn't be in this world.
It suggests the existence of a rebirth or a metastasizer other than me.
If you talk about it, you'll have to talk about me. I think the village chief is fine, but it is better to keep secrets than to know where they come from.
If they find out, they are more likely to be bound by the state and the nobles. And you'll be able to spit out all the knowledge you have. You could be tortured. A feudal society would be enough. I'm not going to let you get caught.
"Hmm, a blowing arrow, I see. I wonder if the blower is iron or bronze. So you're flying the ball with a magical instrument of wind or fire? The sphere of lead is... poison. If you survive, you'll still suffer. Hmm, that's a smart thing.
Tell the village chief to throw up. Well, there's no such thing as lead. In fact, I have heard stories of elderly people who have suffered for a long time from lead poisoning from ammunition they received during the war. But if that's what it's for, I don't think it's a poison bullet.
"Nevertheless, honestly, I can't think of a way to deal with this. You fly farther away than this arrow arrives. Even if you rub with a shield, the wooden shield will penetrate, and the iron shield is not enough. I'm asking for supplies, but if I can hold them till they arrive... honestly, they're all blocked. Beat, do you have any good wisdom?
It's an unusual rap mayor, but I'm sure he's being hunted down. The bleeding is not the only reason for the poor complexion. If I can help you, let's narrow down the wisdom you don't have.
"Hmm, I think we can do something with a tree shield. Don't hold it straight, play it diagonally. Keep your body low.
"Ah! I see! An arrowhead would eat it, but a round ball would play it!
It also has the effect of simultaneously increasing the thickness of the shield by making it diagonal. Tilt armor theory. Well, you don't have to say anything else.
"The rest is like magic equipment that can only fly straight, so I wonder if you can shift your aim by moving it to the left and right in detail.
"Hmm. Well, I guess I'd rather have a smaller infantry than a cavalry. It may also be effective to make it fall apart to some extent without densification.... if you don't want me to aim for you, you'll have to fight at night. Dark your gear and lurk in the dark at night.
Mayor Nagarishi, you'll soon understand what I'm trying to say. Well, life experience is longer than mine, and this is not the first time I've been on the battlefield. I thought you could handle it without me.
"But the surest thing to know is if you can't use the magic tools, or if you can catch them. I'll be there if you like.
"Hmm... honestly, I don't feel like letting a child take on one of the sticks of war... and bleed for nothing... Excuse me, can you do me a favor?
"Yeah, they asked me!
That's what happened. I'd like to get this over with and get back to King's Landing. I am also worried about Christella's expression.
"Still, you've endured it so well. If I had such powerful magic equipment, I'd be kicked out of it in no time.
"I also have a question about that... it seems like they're going to bring it into a protracted war. I will not aggressively attack you.
Huh? Invasive and enduring? Oh, my God. Usually it's called "Invasion is like fire", and the attacker side is not trying to settle early?
They said they were digging trenches, arranging horse fences, and waiting completely. Sure, it's a good tactic to use a gun, but that's what we're here for.
"Waiting for reinforcements? Still overwhelming? … are you measuring when you can surely win? But we have enough power... maybe you're not willing to fight? No, no, that's what we're here for...
"Hmm, don't you understand? But it doesn't change that we have to keep this place safe even if we don't know what the other person's intentions are. There should be reinforcements from King's Landing in a few days. Then we can push it back.
"... that's right. If you don't know, you can tell someone you know.
Certainly, if you think too much about the lack of information, you can't help it. Sometimes it's like taking a break from a bad idea. If you don't have enough information, just take it. Grab two of your officers while you grab the gun. That's the solution.
"... don't overdo it flashy.
The village chief gave up something and sighed. I don't know, I've always looked up to myself... and I'm going to... do it?... yeah, I didn't. I had an idea.
"I'm going anyway. Wait, wait, wait!
"Beat, wait!
When I tried to get to the entrance door, the village chief stopped me. Is there anything else?
"Take him home.
That's what the village chief pointed out. Argna was sleeping on the sofa feeling good. I thought it was quiet... well, it was a cat.
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The front line is about 10 kilometers southwest of the city of Chito, around the end of Salt Valley. One more kilometer from there, the Jarkin army stands in formation. The total number is about 6,000. Surprisingly few. Given that some of them are rear support units, such as heavy units, they will have fewer operational capabilities. Still, the attack power overwhelms the Royal Army, so the guns are still huge.
Meanwhile, the Royal Army has about 10,000 troops. The army is much stronger than it is, but the state of the war is bad because of the gun. Even if you attack, you will only lose your strength unilaterally, so we have to defend ourselves. In other words, the war is stuck.
Looking at the front lines in such a strange tranquillity, I will take a Skywalk to the positions of the Jarkin army. There are no trenches or horseback fences in the sky, and nothing to block them. Freedom is all there is. Yeah, I said something good, me.
Argna left it at the inn. An infiltration mission would be perfect for the cat-beastern Argna, but it's still daytime anyway. The sun has just passed Midheaven, the shadows are short, and there is little darkness to hide. No matter how brilliant a reprimand may be, infiltration in this time zone can be extremely difficult. Normally.
With an unusual means of infiltration from the sky, I ignore all such difficulties. Reach gently over enemy positions and observe the interior with a camera. I'll report back to the village chief later. It will help when attacking.
Incidentally, I told Argna to gather information from the general. He looked more pathetic than ever, but yesterday he left me and ran away. Enjoy the same suffering.
Guns and ammunition appear to be centralized in the rear tent. Surrounded by fences, two soldiers stand guard at the entrance.
The tent is packed with beautifully lined guns about 1.5 meters long and stacked wooden boxes. There are four such tents, and if each contains 500, there will be about 2,000. Quite a few. There are more bullets.
It's hard to steal all of this. I'm feeling kind of suspicious. If you think so, it may burn a little. It's a shame Gunman and his samurai aren't here.
Big titty sister? No, thanks. I'm a milk-bearer.