World Strongest Rearguard – Labyrinth Country and Dungeon Seekers

Elitia and Strada returned less than an hour after we started waiting.

Time passed quickly in the labyrinth - the sun was already falling and it was getting dark.I wonder what's going on outside the labyrinth.

"Good job, Elliot."

"Yeah... after all, the flow of time is not stable."We need to see how long it's been. "

I could raise my level by battling monsters, but I couldn't spend more time than I had a limit.

"Strada, thanks for showing me around... can I see you again?"

Strada doesn't answer Elitia's questions.However, the movement of the ear was like an "affirmation".

See off Strada as she turns her back and leaves.What do you mean by "vagabond"? What happened to Strada up to here -- I was often curious, but now I just prayed for a reunion and left the labyrinth.

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Outside the labyrinth, the area was dark, and only the dotted streetlights illuminated the area.

”Haa, this much time... feels like Taro Petite Urajima”

"Oh, let's go back to the dormitory... Theresia?"

- I knew there was a change in Theresia.

When he stood next to Theresia, who stopped, and tried to speak out.

"......!"

I felt an electric sting running through my body, and I was turning my back.

◆ Current Situation ◆

Abnormal state "Theresia" due to "Ibildominate" is a hostile state

Attack on "Theresia" Hit by "Ali Hit"

"Theresia" karma rises

"Ugh...!"

The suit is shallow and torn, with red splashes.

Above all, I regretted that I hadn't checked the progress of the curse before I left the labyrinth.

"Teresia-san...!"

"Whoa, no... no, that's...!"

"-Misaki, get down!"

◆ Current Situation ◆

"Theresia" attack "Melissa" defends

"Nh...!"

"... Theresia... calm down... and get back to your senses...!"

How can we prevent our people from attacking us?

-- "Confusion" and "fascination" are not abnormal conditions.The indication of a "hostile" license conveys the seriousness of the situation to the inanimate.

No matter what happens, it will survive as before.This is the kind of thing that my spoils have invited.

― ― Teresia!

"Nh...!!"

"Teresia, I'm sorry...!"

◆ Current Situation ◆

"Kyouka" attack "Theresia" activates "Parry"

"Theresia" activates "Reverse End" Target: "Kyouka"

The memory of Teresia pointing to a license and acquiring a skill flashes through her brain.

Igarashi-san's attack with a spear collision was not serious.It's meant to stop Theresia.Theresia, who paralyzed it, instantly turned into a counterattack.

If Igarashi-san was attacked, it would be fatal.However, Teresia's response was too fast for Igarashi to activate the "Brink Step".

--At that time, I saw a silver light that scorched the bottom of the dark night.

"--Haaaaaa!"

◆ Current Situation ◆

"Couzerka" activates "Gulm Drive" "Streaming Wolf Smoke" "Weapon Hunt"

Nullify Theresia's counter - Theresia loses her weapon

"Ngh..."

Cuzerca uses a slender sword to defeat Theresia.The Theresia's [Razor Sword] flashes through the air and Khoslow strikes it with his arm with his back.

◆ Current Situation ◆

"Cuzerca" uses "Ring of Restraint" "Theresia" uses "Restraint"

Cuzerca restrains Teresian hands like a bracelet.She said, turning a sharp eye to Theresia, who was motionless.

"Even though it's due to an abnormal condition, if you attack a friend in the city, the aliens will be deprived of their freedom of movement.I'm going to take Theresia to the guild. ”

"Wait, Theresia...!"

"Atobe-kun, this is no good."We were lucky to be here, on the contrary... If we couldn't stop this girl from moving, we might not have been injured. "

"But... there's no such thing as Theresia being held captive...!"

"Oh, I know. I'm saying I'm not going to do anything wrong...!"

"...... Mr. Hoslow......"

Mr. Hothrow grabbed my arm and said while holding it down.We can't pull back, we can't let Theresia get away with this.

There are few people at this time, but they are still being seen.Theresia attacked us.

"...... I will take Teresia."I'll tell you what happens later, so party representatives should come to Guildsaber HQ. ”

Cuzerca and Hoslow take Teresia.My people are watching me - don't leave them uneasy.

"I'm coming. I'll bring Theresia back."

"...... Sir Ali Hito, we will be waiting for you in the dormitory."

"Please tell me about Theresia... I'm sorry, I didn't..."

“That's not true.Igarashi-san made sure Teresia didn't get hurt... so Kozelka broke it in. "

"... but Ali Hito..."

"It's okay, about this." Theresia didn't mean it either. "

- I knew it, but it wasn't.

Theresia was manipulated by the "Monkey Marquis" and attacked me.Because it was not her will, there was nothing to add or subtract there.

"......!!"

Walk apart from everyone and check the license display.I had no choice but to stare at the heavens with such indignation that I wanted to shout out.

◆ Teresian status ◆

▼ Evildo Dominate Progression: 46

Progress increased by crushing Deep Eater in a state of "Curse"

◆◇◆

Cuzerca and Hoslow were waiting for us in the interview room at the Guildsaber headquarters.

"... sorry for the sudden response.We took on a patrol of the area and were there.But that's one of the reasons why we have information that Atobe-sama's party is going on a quest. ”

"You mean you were marking us...?"

"I think we're still alive to talk about dealing with the Monkey Marquis of the [Burning Sky Red Building].However, I can't really tell you what's going on.I went to see how things were going... if nothing happened, I was going to wait until the due date. "

"I'm sorry, I'm free between contacts."Today, I got the materials I needed in "Trembling Foothills".As soon as we're ready, we'll make a plan. ”

"To get the 5-star labyrinth infiltration qualification on the third day you come to this area... your party is still outside the concept of level"

Cuzerca's expression didn't change, but I could see that he truly admired me.Mr. Hothrow stands by her side without saying anything.

“Sometimes high level Elletia and Serafina are the backbone of the party.But... every battle, I feel like I'm out there. "

"It's a labyrinth where at least nine, at least ten or more Explorers party together."Even in such a labyrinth, the lords of Atobe could not easily disintegrate.It's not reckless to challenge the labyrinth of the fifth arrondissement... Dylan, the Third Dragon Sergeant, and his deputy, Lord Nayuta, have all praised it that way. "

"Thank you, but for us, saving Theresia is all about saving the Explorer captured by the Ape Marquis."If you can't do that, there's no point in getting any ratings. ”

"... it looks like Theresia is under the influence of [Ivildominate]."I'm putting you in a cell right now, but I can't let you go back to Atobe. ”

"Atobe-kun encountered [Ape Marquis] in the [Burning Sky Red Building].At that time, she was marked with a [Curse Mark]..... "

The two of them have been informed of the situation.But that doesn't mean you can free Theresia immediately - rather, Theresia's curse is a reason to keep her in custody.

"The Ape Marquis has been abandoned because it will kill the manipulated Explorer in order to crush the monster."This is one of the reasons why Ape Marquis and his family have an ecosystem that does not cause stampede. "

"... but the original Guildsaber discipline stipulated that the Explorer who was subordinated to the monster was also a monster."And the good news is, some people are trying to take their gear from a manipulated Explorer... It's not against the rules.Personally, I suppose there's a way to save a human being, even if he's manipulated.It's also an ego. "

"Prioritize disabling without dying."Or we can take on the boss... by subduing the monkey marquis, we can free the people who are being manipulated.I don't think that's impossible. ”

"Until now, no one thought of defeating [Ape Marquis]."While staying in Ward 5, the White Night Brigade, one of the most powerful guilds of all time, has not seen Ape Marquis as a target for a crusade. ”

Did the White Night Brigade achieve its purpose in the "Flaming Sky Red Building" when Luuli was captured by the "Monkey Marquis"?Or was it because of the magnitude of the risk that he gave up on the [Burning Sky Red Building] - I don't know at the moment.

"Atobe-kun are trying to deal with an opponent whom the White Night Brigade doesn't want to deal with as a nuisance."It is also a condition of not killing as many of the opponent's manipulated Explorers as possible.Besides, from your personality, Atobe, we are willing to hurt ourselves. "

"... I know insects are too good an idea. Still....."

"I have something to tell Lord Atobe."If a manipulated Explorer loses his life, it's not something you should regret… and if you're going to fight for compliance with such conditions, we think we should respect it. ”

"I don't think I'll be able to do it perfectly against those who stand in the way."I don't care if you take this job... Atobe-kun, say it again.Will you let us bite one too? "

"...... Mr. Hoslow"

“I have the authority to release Theresia from custody.Atobe-sama will not be able to leave her here and enter the labyrinth... so I will temporarily attend Atobe-sama's party. "

"... what?"

I can't see the connection, and unexpectedly speaks out.Mr. Hothrow laughed, but when Mr. Cuzerca saw him, he covered his mouth with his hand.

"The Third Dragon Captain can manage the Explorer to be observed.At my party, with the party's consent, I can have the person who caused the problem accompany me.Even if you're a native. "

Maybe we should have Theresia stay somewhere safe.But I wanted to get you out of the cell a little sooner--that kind of disobedient thoughts were inside me.

"If I leave Theresia-kun here, there is a possibility of being repatriated to the 8th ward."I've also been allowed to join the party as an Explorer, and I'm sending you to the correctional facility... but I can prevent Theresia from interfering while my daughter accompanies me.As a party, we take risks, so we just have to get through it. "

"Hothrow... no, it's fine now."Is that all right, Lord Atobe? "

There's no reason why Cuzerca and the others should let us do that, because they say it's only natural.

A hot object is pulled up in your chest and you put your hand on it.Looking at me like that, Kozelka faintly opens her eyes.

"Atobe-sama, how's the wound..."

"No, it's nothing like this... it's not me who suffers"

"... Atobe-kun may have a small appreciation for himself."I think that's why you're following us.Look, you got me and my little girl involved. "

"It's not like you got involved.We want to do that, so we work together. ”

"Thank you, both of you." really..... "

"If you want to thank me, please do it later, and I'll let you in from here."When you're done, you can drink and talk to me. "

Mr. Hothrow comes to me and gives me his right hand.With a grip back, Cuzerca also stood up and came to us.

"We will enter the 'Red Building of Burning Sky' tomorrow"

"Yes, today... please take Teresia home and take a good rest."

"We're going to rent the same dorm room."Of course, it's a separate room from the lady. "

"I don't think Atobe-sama will mind such a thing... but Hoslow, I'll leave you with a very light mouth."

"Oops, I'm sorry... Third Dragon Captain, what is it?"

With a keen eye on Hoslow, Kozelka leaves the room without blaming her any more.

"Well then... let's show Theresia where you are."Follow me. "

◆◇◆

The Theresia's cell was on the third basement floor of the guild headquarters - there was nothing to worry about, and Theresia was dressed like a gymnastics sitting behind an iron lattice.

Thank you for your hard work, Lord Hothrow Dragon Cao.

A guarding Guildsaber man salutes Mr. Hothrow.The subordinate bowed with his hand on his chest, and the superior raised his right hand.

"The permission of the Third Dragon Captain of Kuselka has been given."I'm taking the Explorer with me. "

"After the summary trial, this subordinate will be sent to the mercenary brokerage office of the original subordinate district of Hachiban....."

“My schedule has changed. There is also a power of attorney for the Third Dragon Captain Kuserka."

"Ah... I see."Hothrow Dragon Cao also likes things like this..... "

"... what is this?"

"No, no, nothing..."

When Hothrow took advantage, the guard rushed to open the iron grate.

Still, Theresia wouldn't come out.With Mr. Hothrow's permission, I went inside the iron lattice and offered her my hand.

"... let's go, Theresia"

…………

I'm fine, I just came to pick up Theresia.Laugh so that it can be passed on.

― ― Theresia reached out to me.When I took her hand, she stood up.

Theresia's hands are trembling.I know why. I know why.

Because she's the Theresia I know.

On the way out of the cell and into the ground, Mr. Hothrow told me to just hear him.

"I'm sorry, Atobe-kun. Even in guild sabers, there are people who are not conscious of aliens."I can't recommend leaving Theresia anywhere near their eyes... even if the subject of fighting for the Labyrinth Country is this one. "

"... that's why you called me right away."You don't have to change the day. "

"Even if it's an alien, it's a girl of her age."You miss spending time here... it looks like you're a good guy, thank you. "

"No... Hoslow told me to calm down."Since I came to the Labyrinth Country, I've been able to meet many trusted people and stand here thanks to them. "

"Can I count to one of them?"I'm better... no.It's a compliment killer. "

Mr. Hoslow didn't speak any more, and we met Mr. Cuzerca at the ground exit of the guild headquarters.

- No, it's not just Cuzerca.Find the other, the nostalgic face.

"Luca-san...!"

"You've kept me waiting... it doesn't look like I'm dressing up."Was it difficult without me, Ali Hito? "

Luca Corleone, a short-haired, tall young man who is dumbfounded.Everything remains the same as he met in the 7th arrondissement.

”As expected of you, Atobe-kun, your friends are quite... full of human charm.”

"Oh, this guild saber isn't the only one either."Ali Hito, I know this is tough, but can you tell me what's going on in the dorm?Cuzerca told me, but I haven't been able to swallow everything yet. "

"Yes, of course. Corleone-san, I was in the 5th arrondissement before that..."

Corleone sends her gaze to the big suitcase she brought, so that they don't have to tell everyone.

"Yeah, I did it... I was obsessed with making it, but it looks like I made it in time."It looks like you just got a new suit. "

The suit is made of the materials "Thunder Sheep" and "Darkness Blitz" that I was asking for a new model.That means it's done - it's been a long time since I've been able to improve the suit's own defense.

"Mr. Corleone is a clothing artisan."I'm Josh Hoslow, the guild saber. "

"You want to make an order, too."Since I'm exclusively an ant human now, I don't mind if I'm free. "

You mean Mr. Corleone arrived here and asked Mr. Cuzerca about me?To be sure, I'm impressed that you don't give a damn about Cuzerca.

You still seem to have a lot of acquaintances.

"Y-Yes, someone I know and care for in the 7th arrondissement..."

"I think he will be a force in battle too.If possible, why don't you ask for help? ”

Certainly Corleone's prowess is for the first time - I can't ask her to be on the front line, but she might be able to join us with support.That depends on Mr. Corleone's intentions, as I told Mr. Cuzerca.