After having breakfast with Sofia and Yukino and leaving the inn.

I was in front of a place designated by Aegis-a mansion with a garden west of the Labyrinth City.

In front of you are a beautiful iron gate that is open with a double door and a well-maintained garden.

A huge mansion is visible in the back,

"This is also a big place ... I wonder if this is a labyrinth city."

And muttering such a thing in front of the gate,

"Chrono-kun. Over here. Please come in."

Aegis, who seems to have already been in the garden, beckons in the center of the garden and calls.

"It's bad to come home."

"No, it doesn't matter."

"I'm grateful to say that, but it's okay to say that it's a little more. I'm glad to walk to the storehouse there. It's there."

"Oh, yes. I understand."

I'm taken by Aegis and go deep into the garden.

Walking along the path between beautifully maintained flower beds and hedgerows, for a while.

"Here it is"

I arrived in front of the storehouse with a number of locked gates.

"The doors are so tight that they can't be compared to the garden entrance ..."

"Well, because it contains important things."

"Would it be nice to put things from my grandfathers while those things were in there?"

"It's the opposite. It's taken from your family, so I'm putting it here."

"Huh ..."

During such a conversation, Aegis unlocked all of the keys and opened the door.

Then, the light is automatically turned on.

"I'll get it for a moment."

And Aegis goes into the warehouse again.

The inside is still wider than it can be seen from the outside, and it is somewhat like a devil's heritage vault at Demon King Castle.

I asked Aegis looking at the shelves near the entrance of the warehouse, thinking that suddenly I was worried about using the same technology as Maou Castle in various places.

"Speaking of which, what do you want to be delivered in the afternoon? ... I thought about it yesterday, but I didn't really come across it."

"Okay?-Your family said that I would remember if I saw it ... but it was here."

While talking, Aegis took one box off the shelf.

It's a wooden box that's big enough to hold in her arms.

Aegis brought the box to me as it was,

"Hey, look here, Chrono."

Pointed to the top surface of the box placed on the ground.

If you look at it, you'll see a white piece of paper

"Open in the sunlight. Explosion if you don't keep it "

Was written in black ink.

"This brush letter was written by a grandfather who was studying the art of yin and yang in the next house ..."

I write a letter on a piece of paper with a brush to create a summon beast called "Shikigami", and I remember having it with my opponent.

"Oh, is that so? When I received it, it was already like this, so I was there when I was bright."

"I'm glad I came here when it was bright. If I didn't come out, it would really explode like this .... No, I'm sorry to have some dangerous goods."

"Ah ... don't worry, because I think they're going to do it."

Aegis will laugh and forgive, but maybe it's better to be careful with what the letter is.

…… Well, if you think about it, what came?

After removing the postcard, I would start with a hand on the box.

The opening was on the side, so I hooked my finger there and checked carefully for traps before opening it.

Then, what was in it was

"this is…………"

A ring of black darkness wrapped in cushions.

The circular part made of black is impervious to light and has no cut, making it a bracelet.

And I know the name of this ring,

"..." "Dark light type"? "

When I muttered, the next Aegis nodded.

"Oh, I knew it."

"Yes, yeah, yes, it's a dark light type.

"As seven tools? Uh, what is it?"

"This changes into a variety of constant shapes when I cast magical power. For example ... Is it possible in this state?"

I took the Dark Form from the box and put it on my palm.

A ring with a jet-black darkness.

… Sure, if you gave it to me at night, I could n’t see it, so I was right until daytime.

While thinking about such a thing,

"'Zanko ..."

I muttered a word.

Then, the ring-shaped “Dark Light Mold” began to change shape and became a knife in a few moments.

"Yeah, well, if you don't equip it, it will only change to this extent.

Aegis exclaimed as he said.

"Huh ... I see. It was a very difficult and changing general-purpose weapon ... but you were treating seven tools."

"Yes, it's certainly difficult to handle, and trying to make a big change was quite difficult. I used to get used to it until the grandfathers became jerky. Well, after that, I was told that it was too convenient and others would be neglected, but I was picked up by old men. "

"Is this an element that makes me nervous? Does it seem that the shape has changed when I speak and play magic?"

I think Aegis's question is reasonable.

Sure, that's all I did and showed.

"This" dark light type "doesn't work properly without it."

"Um?-In other words, isn't the change to the knife just a normal startup?"

"Yes. Change the shape as needed. By registering the shape as a" type ", you can really change it into a lot of things ... but that" type "is attached to your arm If it's not in the right state, it won't start properly. The previously mentioned "Zaniko" would also change a lot, but without it, it would only be a knife. "

"Hmmmm ... I see ... Is it possible to equip it?"

Say, look at the ring.

"Well, maybe I can go."

It was worn many times when I was a kid, and although my body is growing now, I think that the size of this ring will fit well. However, there are points to worry about,

"But ... it's a bit more beautiful than it used to be.

so. In the past, there is a memory that something like a chain is wrapped around or paper is wrapped in part. I didn't have it, so I felt uncomfortable,

"Everything seems to be in order, so you can fit your current physique."

The feeling of discomfort was loosened by the words of Aegis.

"You guys were doing that."

Well, it was sent around this time, and he probably cared.

With that in mind, I put the ring on my wrist. Then

-

The sound of something shimmering in my ears was heard.

At the same time, darkness that did not allow light to spread across my wrist.

However, the darkness stops spreading for only a moment and returns to its original ring shape.

And "Dark light type" which returned to ring shape which was the first form,

Launch Approval: Chrono Archon

I drew such characters with white light on the ring surface.

The character of equipment completion that I have seen before.

"Yeah, it looks like I could equip it."

Do not slip down even if you shake your arm.

When I turned to Aegis again, it seemed to be completely equipped,

"I see ... without any problems."

She was wide-eyed.

Obviously, surprised.

"Aegis-san, what's up?"

Asked if there were any surprises,

"No, I think it was very good. I mean," I'm preparing magic that can't be done without friends! ", Or your family or an old man wearing a triangular hat I was there. "

While saying later, he said such a condition.

"... The triangular hats are magical grandfathers ... Why are you doing such delicate preparations, those guys ...!"

"I told him that without a friend, there would be no one to see when I used the tool. I'm nervous. "

"A child or that grandfather ...!"

I feel like there are many opportunities to get involved with the strange magic of grandfathers on this trip. I felt it was better to write this out in a letter.

However, aside from that weird magic, I'm sure they sent us useful equipment.

That's a place to thank. So,

"Yeah, thank you, Aegis."

"No, I just delivered my luggage. I think it's better to say thank you to my family."

"Then I'll write a letter next time. I have a lot to say, but I don't know when the letter will arrive."

"Hey, let me know when I go back to your home."

Aegis smiles and comes.

Not only did you deliver your luggage, but also try to convey a message from here. Really good person.

While thinking of such a thing, I was also smiled by Aegis.

That time.

--Kean

And a loud sound resounded

“……? What ’s the sound?”

With a sudden sound, I looked around while holding my ears.

It was a sound I had never heard of.

When you think from where,

"Oh, that's the sound of the start of the entertainer broadcast. Look, that's over there."

Aegis points to the sky.

When I saw it, there was a big white board fluffy.

Furthermore, a part of the surface layer of Entermine is projected on the plate,

"Come on, it's finally here! Today is the day of the dungeon competition."

Even the voice of such an announcement was echoing.

"What is Entermine broadcast?"

"Yeah. One of the events in the Labyrinth City is to dive into dungeons of the same difficulty and compete to find out who was the quickest. Time attack is the guy Yeah, so it's to check the expression of those who will be participating in the broadcast. "

Speaking of which, I think that such a thing was written in the travel guide.

The specialty of the labyrinth city is that there is a quick competition.

"The rest was also to show the fireworks after the capture, and the mayor adopted it so that you could see beautiful fireworks from anywhere in the city."

"Oh, you're doing that."

After hearing Aegis's explanation, the announcement continued even while I was impressed with the service of the labyrinth city,

"Today, the main battle will take place after the exhibition by the dungeon champ-the mighty steel demon Aegis. We are still accepting participation, so if you want to participate, please come to the administration! Wait a moment now until the start!

To put it simply, the broadcast video was suddenly cut off.

All that remains is the fluffy white board, but I look at it and call out to Aegis.

"Aside from the dungeon champ, the nickname of the mysterious steel demon is Aegis."

"Well, the strength is one of the characteristics of the steel demon. Especially, I was the strongest. Thanks to it, I was helping in the dungeon quick-set competition in this labyrinth city Hasa "

Aegis smiles bitingly while hitting the metal club at his waist.

Certainly, because he uses such a club as a weapon, he has considerable power. However, although she said that she would do an exhibition before the competition,

"What are you doing at the exhibition?"

Upon hearing, Aegis pointed to Entermine.

"Oh, this time I'm doing a time attack alone in a dungeon near the summit of Entermine. So I have the purpose of launching the fireworks with the feeling that I'm showing that I've taken this way. There's a reason that it's a handicap to take one dungeon first and drain your strength. ''

"It's hard to get a handicap before the competition"

"I'm used to it, I've been champing here for decades."

After scratching her cheeks, Aegis glanced at me from Entermine.

"Is Chrono going to a festival around the city?"

"Yes, I'm going to have fun while going around the city with everyone."

"That's a good thing. I'll see my exhibitions, so watch it if you like. It's like watching sports, it's a bit of a drink, and I think it's noisy."

"Oh. I understand. I'm looking forward to it."

It's just my first experience eating and drinking while watching sports at the festival. I'm pretty excited. Aegis smiled again as she conveyed her feelings.

"Huh, it would be helpful if you could say so. I'll leave Chrono and go to the site. Thank you for coming today, Chrono. Please enjoy the festival "" Yes! "

Aegis then sent me out of his house and walked towards Endermine.

After the broadcast before the exhibition is over.

"Well, the dungeon for the exhibition was around here."

Norg was climbing Entermine.

This is to ensure the safety of the Aegis dive site, look for monsters in the dungeon, and to clean them easily.

...... From now on, it will be the full-scale projection of the ender mine surface with a repeater.

Even if only the surface part is reflected, even if one garbage is dropped, it will not be able to see it in a good mood

Clear the dungeon on a beautiful mountain and fireworks are beautiful, so you only have to eliminate those disturbing elements.

There is no loss if you do the final confirmation, also as picking up trash.

That's why I went there almost every year.

So again this year, Norg climbed Entermine while carefully checking the surroundings.

And when he reached the seventh station of the mountain,

"How was it?"

I heard a voice.

Slightly lower, is it a male voice?

...... At this time, I suppose that the visitors are not allowed to enter.

Ahead of the exhibition, some people who try the dungeon have already withdrawn.

This means that many dungeons have been left uncaptured, and the chances of monsters coming out of them have increased.

That's why, even though the probability isn't high, they're telling them to stay away from the public to prioritize safety. However,

...... Is there still someone left?

However, there is no shadow of people around.

I thought it was probably because of my mind.

"Is it exactly what I showed?"

I heard a small voice again.

Certainly someone is.

If a bloody type of human is flying early into the dungeon, it's still fine. Not good otherwise. I thought so,

"Hello. Who are you?"

I also skip my voice.

But there is no response.

Instead, only a muttering mutter can be heard from somewhere.

"I don't need to force myself down and endure. I just have to move as much as I want. So ... I'll give you a little help. It's like your willingness to move. "

There were many words this time.

If you can't find it, you'll want to use a tool to enhance the look-ahead, but it doesn't seem necessary.

... I was able to check the direction of my voice while I was talking.

The voice came from near the top of Entermine.

It is a place where there are many shadows in the rugged part with the machine.

...... It should be around here ...

Norg looks around and looks around the summit. Then there

"Even if you don't want to do it, the accumulated power seems to be different. So it's good to move without thinking about suppressing it. It only needs to be done once, so go ahead and do it."

As you can imagine, there was a man with a young face.

He is muttering while touching the Entermine road surface.

I've been talking for a long time.

Since there are no humans around, are they talking to the contracted spirit?

…… A spiritist cheat ……? No, but you don't feel like you're wearing combat equipment.

Though a young man with a strange atmosphere, he does not look like a bloody dungeon challenger.

...... Well, if you are a customer, it is not good to leave it as it is.

Let's just say something.

I thought so,

"You, what are you doing there? The dungeon is near the entrance, so when monsters come out, is it dangerous?"

I called out.

Then, the young man stood up quickly, and after seeing this with narrow eyes,

"Oh, sorry."

I bowed to this.

"No, I don't need to apologize, but if you aren't equipped for combat, why not stay in town right now?"

"That's right. I'm done with the business, so I'll let you do it."

The young man looked toward the city.

And I was about to walk, but at the moment when I blinked,

"Hmm?"

The young man disappeared from his eyes.

"Had disappeared?"

Rub your eyes and look around,

"……Not in?"

There are no similar figures around.

Even though the light around here is faint, it is not enough to overlook the figures.

Even if I strengthen sign detection ...

"I'm not completely here."

Even with tools, he was able to detect signs over several tens of meters around him, but there was no catch.

…… Hmm, that's going to disappear so quickly. Was that youth, a spirit body or a spirit-based race ...?

For that reason, I didn't feel the magic.

There was no sign of using magic.

"... I don't know what it was. Well ... if a human came back from here, it would be good. For now, I have to do my job."

Then, Norg climbed to the top of the mountain, checking the survival and appearance of the dungeon where Aegis was going to dive before returning to town.

To inform you that the exhibition can be continued at this time.