VRMMO no Shien Shokunin ～Top Player no Shikakenin～

Looking up at the dark hole that Yumil fell into with Hershey.

It is a beautiful square hole with a straight cut through the ground.

It seems to have been pre-set to open the door of the Kannon opening when a certain weight is mounted.

"... the upper layers weren't natural objects?

"I told you, almost.This is how the demons put the trap in front of their eyes..... "

No way, I didn't think it was just around the corner.

The Underworld is random in map generation.

The structure changes every time you enter, so the location of the trap is unpredictable.

Injury - but you don't seem to be taking much damage from the fall.

Healthy checks the HP of Yumil in the party members section.

The damage was about 10%.

"What happens to fallen players?Are we going back to this point?

"No, it seems to fall downstairs as it is.If you're ready for damage, it's a gimmick that can be used for shortcuts. "

Hold Glenn's head gently down toward the hole.

It's going to fall... hot!?Again!

"... healthy. Take good care of Glenn so he doesn't move on his own."

"I understand.Glenn, it's hot over here!?

"You too!

Healthy bathed Glenn's exhaled fire.

Unfortunately, there is no one here who can perfectly control Glenn.

Sometimes it's an instance dungeon, and you can't see anyone but the party members already.

This party consists of three fell Yumils and one lizard god beast.

I'm starting to feel compassionate...

"... alright. We're gonna jump too."

"Me, too...?I don't think Yumil jumped off but just fell off.... "

……

True.

But to join the distant Yumil, it's the shortest way in.

The drop distance of the pit is mixed, and it seems to go down for up to five floors.

If we don't hurry, the frustrated one will start moving.

Let's go, Hershey.

"Please wait."

I put my hand on the edge of the hole and tried to jump, but Hershey grabbed my shoulder and stopped me.

... did something go wrong?

"... is there any way to avoid falling damage?

"I don't think so. Substitute skills are pierced and Defense Up is ineffective.The rope ladder is not being used to lower it. "

There is a "rope ladder" as an item, but the application is mainly architectural.

Is there a restriction in the dungeon or can't even be removed from the inventory?

"It seems that falling into this hole will cause no immediate death, so let's eat it carefully."

"That's right...."

Now that I've stepped out... again, I'm going to grab my clothes.

At the same time, an in-game email rang.

"-What is it!?What's the matter, Hershey?

"Hey, what are you talking about?

"Something's wrong.Are you afraid?

When I checked, the e-mail came from Yumil.

This is unusual.

It seems that Yumil is not moving from the drop point and is asking what to do.

There is a "Wait for me" stereotype, so I will type it in and reply quickly.

"Hold on, no way!Even though I'm so scared!?I can't see the bottom!

"Because...."

"Don't underestimate me!?Haind! "

Healthy to explain is surprisingly quick.

And I'm in such a panic that I'm surprised.Glenn is immobile next door.

"... I see.Now, take care of yourself - "

"Please wait!

Hey!

Should I let him go first?

I give up the place thinking so, but Hershey doesn't move with a hard expression.

This guy, no way...

"... height?

I will try to find out in a short word.

Honestly, I'm afraid of jumping into this hole.

Speaking of games, VR will return the same feeling as falling in reality.

But Hershey shook her head silently at my words.

"So, the darkness?

The cave in the upper part of the Great Underworld is dark enough to say that some kind of lighting is necessary.

Of course, there are torches on the walls from the beginning in small rooms everywhere to avoid any hindrance to the fight.

But there's another passage like this.

In addition, the pitfalls that appeared in front of us were even darker.

When I asked if that was the cause, Hershey... didn't shake her neck this time.

"It's dark, don't you like it...."

"Chi, no...!

"Oh, good, good.Enough strength. I don't ask why I don't like it, and I don't think I want to say it.You don't have to say anything, just wait there. "

……

I'll keep Yumil waiting... but I can't help it.

I will be angry with Hershey later.

Remove wood bars, cloth, special oils, etc. from the inventory.

Simple synthetic kit for portable use, when you combine these three...

"Here, finish."

"Matsuaki...?

Show the finished item - a new discovery - to the Healthy Hershey, who was in the middle of nowhere.

It's not impossible to make a strange face.

There is already one "Matsuaki" out, and it has already been ignited.

I bent over and approached Glenn's mouth with the newly made torch.

"Hershey, let Glenn blow the fire because I want to ignite it.It's faster that way. "

"Yeah, yeah. Glenn!

……

Glenn stayed still, even though Hershey called.

Do not move from the spot as if it were a pseudo-rock.

"What, Glenn?

"Hey, Glenn?

……

I was blowing fire so vigorously just now.

... I can't help it, I'll throw a flint.

――

Oops?

Glenn moved his nose immediately after he tried to let go of the torch.

As the chest was inflated, a small lump of dense flame was sprayed onto the tip.

The burning flames rose vigorously and I hurried to keep Matsuaki away from me.

"Ooh, ooh.What's the difference in time, Glenn? "

After all, it's a character I don't quite understand compared to the two of us.

It doesn't seem like you won't listen to instructions at all, but it's definitely not honest.

When I regained the fierce flaming torch, I offered it to Healthy.

"Healthy. Is this firepower bright enough?Yes, take it. "

"Ah, there's... is everything okay!?It's like a pan in a flambe!?

"I'm fine. I'm fine. By the way, this is the name Matsuaki."

"Strong!?

I think strong is strong fire, maybe.

The size is also quite large, so I don't care if it's (large) Matsuaki... I don't care, what's the name?

Anyway, let Healthy carry a special oiled pine beam.

"Once again, Healthy.Looks like the one from the Yumil didn't fall where the monster is... but I kept getting emails asking if I was free for that.Let's pick you up. "

……

"Hershey?"

Healthy keeps an eye on the flames rising nearby.

A flame is reflected in my eyes and my eyes are sparkling.

Hmm, you look beautiful again.Healthy.

But I can't keep observing it, so I'll call you again.

"Healthy?... Healthy?Did you hear what I just said?

"Ha-ha!? That's right... thank you for your trouble.It's okay now, um... ah, thank you. "

Nothing seems to be the only reason your daughter's complexion has improved because her surroundings are brighter.

Though still a little upset, the usual attitude of spare time has returned.

"You've wasted your time because of me.We have to hurry. "

"... yeah. Let's go at the same time.At the same time. "

I stood beside the pit with the normal "Matsuaki" I left on the ground.

When Hershey stood next to him, Glenn followed him with a slightly slower motion.

I was in line with the two of you.

"Shh... no!

"Nh...!

……

----They jumped into the dark hole at once.