After Iris calmed down, I called out.
"I have a lot to ask, but before I do, there's something I want you to ask me."
"... yeah"
I was a human being from another world.
"Another world?
"Yes, I died in another world and came back to life as a non-human creature in this world. A lot happened, but somehow the kettle turned into a dragon man."
"Dragon Man...?
"That's right. Watch this."
Me and me have changed to Dragon Man mode.
"... eh"
The way Iris murmured, "Shuuuuya" seemed to be afraid of me, and I suddenly wanted to turn away.
But I didn't think I deserved Iris' secret visit if I ran away. I waited for Iris' words without turning my eyes.
"Aren't you human?
I think so.
"Not a curse?
Curse?
What are you talking about?
"I don't know, but I don't think so."
"That's not true....."
Iris remained silent for a while, feeling unwilling to admit it.
"--Oh, yeah, that's right."
Eventually, I nodded convincingly.
"I'm sorry to keep quiet. Am I scared?
"Uh-huh. I'm not afraid. Because it's Lute. Well, I was a little surprised. That's all. But I can't believe I'm a dragon man..."
... Iris is not a liar. It's a short relationship, but I know that much. That's why it's true you're not afraid of me.
But I wasn't happy to let go. Because the nuance that I wanted to be human was everywhere in Iris's words.
………… Let's move on.
"Besides, I have another problem."
Huh?
"My enemy is in this world. He came from the same world as me. He seems to be a brave man."
"... brave man"
"He's crazy. He destroys what I care about. Charlotte was also targeted. So... when I got deeply involved with Iris, I felt like I was going to get you, and I was freaking out. That's why I hesitated to defeat them, knowing they were nothing. I had no choice but not to help Iris."
How long should I be afraid of him? [M] I don't like it.
"Iris, I'd like to help you as much as I can with this. If you don't mind, why don't you tell me what they said?"
That's what I told you sincerely.
Iris had a contemplative face for a while, but eventually nodded and started talking.
"... you know, I have a sister."
"Yeah."
That oneechan...
Iris set aside for a while.
"... cursed."
"Cursed...?
That's the keyword that came out earlier.
"Yes, there are many kinds of curses, but oneechan's is a monster curse."
"What kind of state is that? I'm sorry, but I still don't understand the world."
"Literally, that..."
Iris glanced at me and hesitated.
You're turning into a monster.
I see. Is there such a thing? That's why you said Iris was cursed by me earlier.
"... so?
"So.... That's it."
"I know the curse, but why did Iris listen to them?
"... ah, I see, you don't know Lute.... you know, I hate monsterization curses very much. I'm losing my place in this world.... so if you find out about that, oneechan might be in terrible trouble. Some people say we should kill them. That's why I don't want to be bullied....."
So you're being persecuted?
"Yeah, and...."
Hmm?
"I didn't want Lute or Charlotte to know yet. If you imagine what you're gonna look like, you're really scared... Of course, I was going to tell you one day... that's why I accidentally used my card... I can't believe it... I'm really sorry."
Iris lowered his head when he said so.
"Oh, hey. I owe you an apology. I didn't say I was a dragon man for the same reason. I'm sorry."
That's why I lowered my head.
"No, why would Lute apologize? I'm the one that's bothering you."
"No, if I had the courage in advance, Iris might not have had a nasty feeling. So I'm sorry."
"Ah, don't apologize! It's my fault!
Iris is a little angry. Looks like he's recovered a little bit. I'm a little relieved.
"Fufu, now that we were both cowards, let's end this. Let's think about getting out of here. Charlotte will be worried."
"Ah, uhh, yeah! That's right."
Iris stood up. She has a kind of refreshing face.
I would have looked alike. After being told what I was hiding, I finally felt the bones of the fish I had grabbed in my throat came off.
"By the way, can you let me handle the people outside?
I'm keeping them from escaping with smoke. Well, even if I didn't do this, I wouldn't be able to escape because I broke my leg.
"In short, how do we keep them out of Iris' sister?
"... yeah. But how?
"For example, how about this?
I told Iris about the operation.
When they left the room after changing to human mode, the three of them crouched on the floor with the smoke in their arms. Moaning [Ugh] I'm moaning. I think my arms and legs hurt.
"Hey, guys."
When I said it, their bodies trembled.
Shut up and turn around.
The three of them looked at me with a distorted face.
I concentrated my magic on my arms.
"Thunder Emperor" was thrown towards the end of the aisle. An incredible thunderbolt roared deep into the aisle.
Once again, I focused my magic on my arm as I did now.
Bachi, bachi, there's a flash.
I turned my arm towards them.
"How dare you make Iris cry. You're going to kill him."
"Ah, ahh... oh, we haven't done anything yet..."
"I said shut up!
I threw the Thunder Emperor into the back of the aisle again.
The men trembled in tears.
"That's enough. Don't open that filthy mouth. I'm in a bad mood right now. I could kill you for a little something. Shut up and nod when you get it."
………………
The men nodded.
"Hmm. I'd like to kill you right now, but I don't want Iris to see a dirty body. - Okay, I'll give you a chance."
Bowan.
"Unique Skill" Dark of the Pain Dragon Fang "
I shaped the black smoke as sharp as a fang and poked it in front of the men's eyes.
"Let me show you how this skill works. If you don't follow my rules, these claws will destroy your flesh from the inside."
Smoke penetrated men's ears, eyes, and mouths.
"Hee, hee! But, but....."
"Hey, I told you not to say anything."
Slowly advance the smoke into your stomach and lungs.
"Don't stroke your body from the inside." How do you feel?
I put a little effort into it.
"Ah... uu..."
"Shut up. I'll kill you."
They trembled.
[― ― You have acquired the skill "Threatening" Lv1]
Wow! What a surprise! I haven't heard that in a long time.
I remember... well, no. Now they're first.
"Ask questions before communicating the rules. Answer honestly. Why did you stay in this dungeon? Aren't you just waiting for Iris? I thought you said you couldn't beat Level 3."
The men are looking at each other. I wonder who is talking to each other.
I stared at the leader. Then the man chatted afraid.
"Oh, we were looking for a woman who... could get along."
"Female?"
"... yes."
I know you're not lying, but I'm not sure.
Say it more clearly.
I used the smoke to crush his leg.
Gaia!
"Fuck you. Speak fast. Tell me the truth."
"Hey, hey! I'm sorry! I mean, I was trying to force a woman into the upper hierarchy! I can't clear the tenth floor without being a beginner, so I don't think I can resist what we're saying...."
…… I see. "
Such debris is everywhere in the world. Well, now I know I wasn't shooting Iris.
... well.
"Then I'll tell you the rules. --One of them. In the future, we must not harm others, whether tangible or intangible."
It would be vague, but this is fine. The breadth of interpretation needs to be widened.
I'll keep going.
"Rule number two. I forbid any act of engagement with us during the golden circle. Living somewhere far away in secrecy."
And one more thing.
"Rule number three. I prohibit you from sharing any information about us with others. Words or letters, they die when they give information anyway. That's a sleeping story, but there's no exception."
I think this is good. I don't know if I'm going to punish you or not.
"Iris, do you have any other rules you'd like to add?
"... uhh, yeah. If you leave me alone, that's fine... I don't want to see their faces anymore."
Is it okay if Iris says it's good?... I still can't forgive you, but you can't hurt me enough to be resented.
All right, let's move on.
"... thank you, Iris. That's three rules. If you understand, nod silently."
The men nodded slowly with tears and runny noses.
Finally, the smoke compressed the heart from the inside out.
"The effects of my skills last until you die. If you don't want to die, you have to follow the rules."
Your heart is about to burst and your heart is beating fast. --You 've had enough of the feeling of being held by life.
Ugh, it's filthy! They're leaking!
Damn it... Let's get this over with.
I decided to cast the magic of healing on them.
They look at their bodies with strange faces.
That body would never have cleared this dungeon. If left alone, it's the same as killing him indirectly.
I said I'd kill you all in one piece, and it's true that you're angry enough to kill me, but I'm not gonna kill you.
I'm proud that I didn't kill Rhinokawa in my whole life.
Can't you give up your pride for these people?
... but it's still annoying.
Why should I heal them?
"Hey, just add one rule. Eat yourselves. When the total number of fist sizes reaches two, the norm is achieved. The deadline is within a year from today. That's good."
I found the men turning pale.
I put my hands on them.
"[Thunderstorm]!
I unleashed magic.
The men rolled down the aisle and vanished far away with great momentum.
"The garbage is cleaned."
"Lulu, Lulu, you have a terrible idea."
There was a guy with rotten roots right around the corner.
You may find out that the effect of a skill is a lie, but it should be for the time being.
And like that freak. They're not going to risk getting involved with us again.
But not absolutely. At that time...
"Iris, as I just said, I have a lot of problems, but I'm going to do something about this. Whatever they do, Iris, Iris' sister, I will protect them. I promise, so don't worry."
…………
Iris is blurring.
Iris?
"Ah... mmm.... ah, thank you."
Iris said so small and turned away from me like he was in a hurry.
I wonder what happened.
Nh... I'm really angry. I might have scared her.
Well, come on. The crisis has already left.
All you have to do is complete the dungeon. Charlotte is waiting.
"All right, let's go!
Iris smiled for the first time in a long time with his swollen eyes.
"Mmm!
and replied energetically.