This time, I have been honored with the 1st place in the Low Fantasy category,
so today, there are three episodes (3/3). From tomorrow, it will return to two episodes.
ใLevel Upใ
ใLevel increased from 19 to 46ใ
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Name: Shouta Tenchi
Age: 21
Level: 46
Strength: 370 (+321)
Dexterity: 299 (+250)
Stamina: 376 (+327)
Agility: 360 (+311)
Magic Power: 311 (+264)
Intelligence: 276 (+229)
Luck: 732
Skills: Level Gacha, Appraisal Lv5, Appraisal Interference Lv5, Auto Mapping (1/3), Hawk's Eye, Adamantine Exterior II, Body Super Enhancement Lv1, Herculean Strength II, Adamantine Strength II, Swift II, Adamantine Wall II, Precognition (1/3), Dual Wield, Swordsmanship Lv1, Throwing Lv3, Elemental Magic Lv1, Magic Recovery Lv2, Magic Transfer, Skill Compression
Trophy: Golden Bug
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Even though the message had appeared, I was confused because there was no trophy at my feet. I didn't expect it to be here. So, does it not have a physical form...? What's the point of it?
As for the drop items... unfortunately, there was no "Limit Break."
Well, I'll let that slide. "Intuition" seems to have a dangerous vibe.
Other than that, everything dropped as expected, so I gathered the skills into my backpack and turned around.
Not only Class C, but other classes had also joined. Only Class A, being on the diagonal, had not arrived yet, but 16 staff members in total had watched my battle.
"Ah... good work."
"Good work!"
I could feel the intensity in their gazes. I wonder why...
Anyway, since it's a bit awkward to leave it for tomorrow, I'll take care of the other task now.
"Um... how many more minutes for Class A?"
"Five more minutes!"
"Got it. Ah... I'll go and spawn a rare monster, so can you wait for a bit?"
"Yes!!"
What is this...? It's not bad, but it's an unfamiliar feeling that makes me uncomfortable.
Anyway, as the final task, I'll hunt a few hundred.
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After that, my luck was a bit off, and I had to defeat 300 to spawn one. They all waited patiently, and what appeared was a regular "Golden Bug."
Five investigators and, a bit later, Yoko and Aki joined, and 20 adventurers fought while we watched.
Perhaps influenced by watching my battles and videos, they paid close attention to the "Golden Bug's" melee attacks and fought advantageously. However, the ground was shaking due to the battle with the enhanced form, making it difficult for the adventurers to maneuver.
Incidentally, the "Golden Bug" doesn't move from its spot, so it didn't matter much.
After 10 minutes of fighting.
I watched the group battle for the first time, and the fight ended safely without any issues. Unfortunately, no orb dropped; only one "Golden Seed" and one "Great Magic Stone."
Honestly, I didn't expect much in terms of drops after giving them the right to slay it, so I had already refused to take them. I told them to keep it as a memento.
I felt grateful, but I'm not sure why.
Anyway, today's sudden operation is now over.
The method of the enhanced form's appearance is not yet determined, but I got approval to verify and report it later. After all, it was proven that the enhanced form doesn't move unless approached.
After that, Aki and I were allowed to leave before the others finished cleaning up...
"Welcome back, Shouta-san, Onee-san."
Maki was waiting at the dungeon entrance with a crown.
"J-just got back, Maki."
"Acha~..."
"Onee-san, that's unfair. I wanted to see Shouta-san's performance too..."
"Huh? That?"
"I didn't see it directly either. I mostly waited at the entrance as a reserve and listened to Shouta-kun's battle reports..."
"Still, that's unfair!"
"Hehe... Well, if you felt left out, I understand... Okay, Shouta-kun, it's up to you!"
"Eh!?"
Aki dashed off.
"Ah..."
"..."
"Did I worry you?"
"Yes, a lot."
Maki looked at me with teary eyes.
This is... I'm not borrowing Aki's words, but did you feel left out? I wouldn't do that.
"Maki was sleeping soundly, and I thought I could finish it while you were sleeping... Sorry. Unexpected things happened and it took longer."
Saying that, I hugged Maki, who looked worried.
"Ah..."
"Welcome back, Maki."
"Yes, welcome back..."
I stroked her head and wiped away her tears, and she clung to me happily, which was very cute.
Ah... I need to confess soon. If I keep seeing this every time, my self-control won't last.
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The next day. We had a leisurely morning and were listening to the future operating policy of Heart Dungeon.
"Amachi-san. Thank you for your cooperation last night."
"You as well."
Yoko looked tired. I wish she could rest, but it doesn't seem possible for a while.
"First, regarding the four appearance points, we have decided to do nothing for now. We considered setting up guards, but it would be too costly. Also, these points are not on the date course. For these two reasons, we have decided to leave them alone. Regular people won't approach them because the guards will stop them. As for the rare monster information, we have made it accessible only to high-ranking adventurers. If all adventurers knew, there would inevitably be conflicts with regular customers."
I see.
"Lastly, regarding Amachi-san. We have decided on the compensation for your cooperation and the inconvenience caused. From now on, as an exception, you can take items obtained in this dungeon without going through our association. Additionally, you can fight freely outside the date course."
"Is that okay? It seems like a big loss for you."
This was an unexpected reward.
It means that the association will give up its share and evaluation of the items, magic stones, and skill orbs I drop in the dungeon. In the future, I can take everything back to the beginner dungeon and have it appraised there.
"Originally, this branch did not rely on the rewards from slaying monsters. What they occasionally pick up is enough. Our association's purpose is not to obtain resources from the dungeon. It is to change people's perceptions of dungeons, making them see them as both a threat and a valuable place. And to make people understand that not all adventurers are barbaric and dangerous."
"...I understand it's a tough job, but please do your best. If there are any issues with rare monsters, I'll help."
"Your words are very encouraging. Please continue to support Heart Dungeon."
I shook hands with Yoko and left the room.
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