When the antidote is formulated, the work of injecting soil around Fontarphne-sama's tree is repeated for about ten days.There was still no return of the Lukash, and the days of pissing continued.
Later that evening, I had Malta go out with me and visit Daiki Fontarphne-sama.It's a daily routine. Then, I put the antidote prepared today into a glass container with a pointed mouth - a container similar to the ampoule I often saw in gardening products of the previous life - and insert it around the tree.
Around me, Malta watered the plants with the antidote that had been put in the candle.
"Poison, what does it actually look like now?
"It's not much less, but it's not increasing."
"Hmm, does it feel a little better than maintaining the status quo?
"Yes"
I nodded bitterly at the word "maintain the status quo in Malta."In fact, soil is collected every morning and records are kept for toxins every day, but even though there is no increase, there is no significant decrease in the number.It may be effective, but it is true that the effect is too small.
Asked, she smiled behind my face.
But, well, that's not enough.
"That's right. It's not going anywhere."
Speak positive words to encourage yourself.All we have to do is hold it until the Lukash come back.Isn't that enough?
Marta murmured as she gazed at the spirit's drinking water.
Lukash, I don't know yet.
I also see the Spirit's drinking water before I see Malta.What she was looking at was the “entrance” when I appeared through the space-time gap.
If Lukash and his men were to be rescued by the Spirits of the Rykerland Gorge, they would probably come to this place through a time gap.It's an extremely dangerous act, but it can't be wasted for a second.
But I don't want you to get hurt too quickly.
"I don't know. Anyway, I want you to be safe...."
"That's right. It's a steep journey because it's like a canyon.But Lukash and the others will be fine. "
The moment Malta smiled at me to inspire me.Don! The ground rocked.
I face Malta.Seeing it was a shock, it was probably not an earthquake.So... monsters?
"What was that?
"... is it a monster?
In my words, Malta said, "I knew?"and laughed impatiently.Apparently she was thinking the same thing.
Staying in one place, Fralia, not directly disturbing the monsters' plans.It was only a matter of time before the monsters who noticed our disturbance started moving.
Malta murmured with her hands on the dagger lying on her waist.
I wonder if they noticed.
"What should I do?Should I stay out of here?
I also put my hands on a pochette containing the healing and poison that I always carry with me for self-protection.And I asked Malta.
She knows more about monsters.It would be better to leave it to her than to judge me badly.
"Hmm. If they try to get out right now, they'll loosen up for a second.Maybe a monster will come in then.Maybe we should keep it quiet.I'm sorry I couldn't join you. "
Nod honestly to Malta's sober judgment.Fralia is protected by the mighty boundaries of Avour, and there are the Knights of Chevalier and Arnold.It will be fine for a while.
However, in case our disturbance is already in the knowledge of the demon king, it will be severe if a large number of monsters are sent.In a long war, we will be depleted, and we will have to wait for Lukash and the others to return as soon as possible.
Aware of the gradually faster heartbeat, he handed Malta a pouch containing healing and poison as a precaution.
Malta, this is for you.
"What is this?
"It's a set of poisons and healing medicines.When something happens. "
That way, Malta brightens her eyes.And I thought to myself, what did you do with your hips?
"Oh, thank you! This is from Atashi, too!
"... dagger"
Yes, my partner, Marchan.
I gave you a dagger.
I received it whispering the “name” of the dagger named Marchan.The small one was unexpectedly heavy and felt firm.
Malta was using these daggers lightly to fight.I always thought it would be lighter to see how it looked, but I can't believe it was so heavy.Once again, I think she's the chosen “hero”.
While I was staring at Marchan, Malta showed me two more daggers.
"This is Lou and Ta-chan."
I see, is it taken from my name?
A cheap sense of naming, but a smile like hers spills.
"I've never used a weapon like this."
And the people of the village of Emé received daggers and shields for their own protection, but they slept without being used in the dormitories of the kingdom.
As I murmured, Malta guided my hand from the side to grip the handle of the dagger.
"Just in case.Hold it like this... "
Malta teaches you how to use it very easily.It was difficult for me to handle a heavy dagger with one hand, and it wasn't a gorgeous bait like Malta's, but I still managed to figure out how to handle it.
I wonder where she learned this dagger judgment when she nodded to her satisfaction.Events that touched upon her past existed at Last Brave, but her ability to fight was blurred as "naturally acquired while searching for treasures."
"Who taught Malta how to handle daggers?
When asked, she looks like she thinks "Hmm."I wonder if Malta in this world acquired nature and its power while searching for treasures.
Someone like Shochu was there, so I wonder if it came from that person.I'm almost self-taught. "
The existence of a master who was not revealed in the "Last Brave" was mentioned.
Hee, I'm going to round my eyes.Was the master a treasure hunter?I wanted to hear more about it, but I think it would be better to hear it when it calms down rather than now.
However, even though there was a teacher, does it still have the qualities of being born?I was honestly envious of that talent, which was almost obscure about the battle.
It's okay, I can't fight at all.
"Even if you can't fight it, it's useful enough in another field!If Laura is so strong, she won't stand still. "
Ahahah, the poison is coming out of the laughing Malta.Malta continued looking into my face with an unexpected smile.
"Isn't it best to work hard in each area of expertise rather than just wandering around?
She's right.I was given the talent of concoction, Malta was given the talent of a treasure hunter.It's a very nice thing, not like being jealous.
I can do what Malta can't, and I can do what Malta can't.That's why we can do our best in each other's fields and get to know each other.
What Malta says is always straight, and it quickly stops smoking in the back of your heart.The protagonist of "Last Brave" has been saved many times by her words, and will still save Lukash and the others in this world.
"That's right. Thank you, Malta"
I'm glad you're still a brave man in this world.
I secretly thanked her with my thoughts.Malta then said, "You're welcome." Her cheeks turned a little red.
--When the monster may be approaching, an unbalanced and mild air flows between us.But the time didn't last long.
Suddenly, the far grass shakes violently.Malta came forward to protect me.
"-What!?
Malta speaks up.Then it was the young man who came out of the grass.
For a moment we were relieved that we were not monsters.But the moment he collapsed, the air was tight again.
Malta rushes to the youth in a hurry.And he dragged me straight to me.
I watch the youth with a healing medicine in one hand.I had a big cut on my flank - it looked like it was ripped apart with sharp nails.
Fontarpune, the spirits here invite wounded travelers into the border to help.That's why I know this young man was invited here.But if you think about why the young man was hurt...
The monster roared his tympanic membrane.
Monster!
Malta screamed. When I looked at you, there were two distorted human-shaped monsters standing on two feet instead of the beast-shaped ones, and the grass and grass came towards us separately.
The young man must have been chased by these two monsters.The monsters have entered the area where the boundaries loosened in an attempt to bring him in.
Looking closely, the monster was flabbergasted.He also suffers from many injuries.I'm sure the young man took responsibility.She seemed pretty weak.
"Laura, treat that man!Both of them are pretty wounded, and I can handle it alone!
Malta said so and attacked the monster with a pre-emptive attack.Maltese daggers perfectly penetrated the monster's body, and the monster raised a painful cry.
I have an upper body to prescribe a healing medicine to a young person.And he lifted up his chestnut hair, and his neat face beneath him stopped moving.
(This guy...)
Lied eyelids. But “I” know the color of the eyes hidden under those eyelids.His eyes are green.It was a “character” who laughed well, talked well, and yet remained close to people's feelings.
Yes, he is. This wounded young man with maroon hair.
"Best friend character....."
― ― The party member and best friend character of Last Brave, where the main character meets during the trip and builds a unique friendship.