Is It Bad That the Main Character’s a Roleplayer? - Chapter 140

◈Episode 140 Because it is not a story (8)

How many days did you rest like that? Just when it seemed like the temple and the magic tower seemed strangely sharp, a report finally came from the wizards dispatched to the Jatav tribe.

As for the results, the point was that there were no problems.

“As expected, it seems that only when the concentrated magical power deteriorates to a certain degree can a being or devil containing magical energy be born.”

In other words, this was the story. When magical power is concentrated, the nature begins to change, and if there are 10 stages of change, it takes about 9 to 10 stages for a demon to be born.

In other words, the Magic Tower Water Plant incident has reached that stage.

The mountain group’s nest is at level 7 or 8. The snake farm of the Jatav tribe that we just investigated is around level 5 or 6.

This is not my guess, but what Sangun explained – the difference between my nest and the snake farm – was refined and sent by the wizards, so I am certain.

“I think the standard for starting to possess demonic energy is level 7 or 8. Only Sangun is a special case and does he immediately become a demon like level 9 or 10, or does he possess demonic energy like Sangun but is human… animal… hmmm. Should we call it a normal creature? “I don’t know if it will remain a normal creature.”

“Right.”

“Regardless of whether you remain a normal creature or become a demon, I think you will be born with the ability to convert demonic energy into magic and hide from that stage. So please refer to it in the future!”

“I understand.”

“For more details, I will conduct the experiment and let you know when the final results come out. “Because it’s important.”

White Wind holding a picket sign saying ‘Show me the beads’ shouted ‘This is the end of the explanation!’ As soon as he did that, it was the Inquisitor’s hand that crept up.

“What is an experiment…?”

“We will intentionally create a magical energy-dense environment and watch as demons are born!”

“Is that still okay?”

“We have discussed it with the temple and will proceed under their supervision, so you don’t have to worry.”

“I see…”

The FM Inquisitor lowered his hand as if he was satisfied with that. However, in Dev’s case, his expression became strange. You probably had similar thoughts as me.

For example… I think there will be some magicians who secretly experiment.

“Have you decided to announce it?”

“Only on the temple side. On the Magic Tower side, only a few great sages and our branch decided to know. The probability of an accident here is too high. Of course, only high-ranking officials will secretly receive reports from the temple.”

Fortunately, it seems like they have decided to defend against him. I’m not sure if that will work well, but it’s better than not doing anything.

“I already feel some regret seeing the glares coming my way! Ahaha!!”

If it still leaks like this, that’s okay. Rather, I think it will make it easier to identify people who are in communication with the devil.

If you know a limited number of people, it’s easy to find the culprit. You may already know it and are using it.

“And the Jatav tribe has no connection with the devil. At least that’s the Baron that has emerged so far.”

Anyway, White Wind, who was continuing the explanation, looked in my direction and smiled slightly.

“It’s a shame?”

This is probably a follow-up to what you said you would hand over to me when the relevant person comes forward.

Instead of responding specifically, I put more force into my arms. The hem of the coat that was caught became even more wrinkled.

“No matter how unfortunate it is, I can’t help it. “Take this.”

Oh, is it complete?

“What is that?”

I don’t know why they gave it in front of everyone, but since it was packaged in a box, they wouldn’t be able to recognize the contents.

I was relieved about that and handed over what was probably a chest protector. I will wear it later before I leave.

“Hehe. “It’s something you don’t have to know about.”

“Is that so…”

Then then. It’s better not to know about dumplings. I agreed to the words of the white wind waving the picket. Now, the real work at the Magic Tower is over.

“If you do that, there will be no more involvement in the Great Forest.”

“From your perspective, it is. You’re not going to stay here until something comes out, are you? “There is a reason to go.”

“If you do, can I ask you a favor?”

“It was nothing. “There’s no need to say this in detail because it’s something you should do even if you didn’t ask for it in the first place?”

I silently turned away from the white wind picket and lifted my back against the wall.

I guess I’ve had enough rest and there’s no reason to stay any longer. It was because I expected to leave within today.

Since the next destination has been decided during the break, the possibility is higher.

“If you’re sorry for asking, the devil knight will give you the beads.”

“Aren’t you sick of it?”

“Are you going to get sick of it?”

I already found a place to leave Akata today, but I need to give it to you before I go. Are you saying you kept saying it and still haven’t given it to me? Me indeed.

“Then I guess I’ll leave later today.”

“Berserk is good! “I feel like I’m already bored to death!”

“I roughly assumed that they were going to help rebuild the bridge because they said there was nothing to do….”

“I’m a little disappointed… The technology was almost complete.”

While the Archmage skillfully played the whining of the White Wind, we rushed out of the magic tower. While the bridge is being built, you can go back and forth across the lake by boat, so you don’t have to worry about swimming.

“I hope it comes as soon as possible.”

“Now that I think about it, you’ve been strangely reluctant to be in the city for the past few days. “What happened?”

“…Something is wrong. But are we close enough to ask this?”

“…!”

I sat on the boat in the warm sunlight. Even if you leave Berserker and me aside, they were all big people doing the same thing, so we had to split the boat into two.

“Even if that damn bastard is worried!”

For reference, Berserker is heavier than me, so he paired it with Deb, who is the lightest, and I paired him with Kimchi Mandu.

He was worried, but he was taken aback by Dev—I think he tsked because he wasn’t used to worrying—but the fact that the Inquisitor grinned at him was a bonus.

“oh! “There’s a fish over there!!”

“Ugh! “Stay still!”

“Oooh!!”

“The boat is going over!!”

Meat dumpling, it looks like Berserker is getting his military pay back.

“It looks good.”

The Inquisitor seemed to have realized this as well, giving a quick nod to Dev who was clinging to his stomach and returning to normal. I don’t know where I learned about Merong.

“Oh, that’s right. Demon Knight says he found a place to send Akata today! Would you like to go together?”

Oh, I was already thinking about how to get there, but here you give me an excuse. Good dumplings, good dumplings.

While I was stroking Kimchi Dumpling’s head, I was thinking of Akata.

Even though she could have comfortably stayed in the temple, she was a girl who chose a more difficult path.

Perhaps he said he would not remain in the temple, saying that he would like to see and learn more from the outside world? He said that it would be okay to become an errand boy and that he would go to a place where he could learn about the world.

Thanks to that, the White Wind made a whining sound, saying that it was busy selecting a good place and guiding people there… but that’s not much of a concern. What is important is that the child moves forward without giving in to the trials that come his way.

That kid is going to be a big person.

“This is the place!”

I followed the Inquisitor without answering. Dev and Berserker, who could not hear our conversation, were also confused.

“Where are you going?”

“Were we supposed to ask this?”

“…! “Sneaky!”

“Go away!”

Anyway, we were together.

“It must be around here… Ah!”

And just as I was passing by a store with the words “Gridana” written on it.

“It’s over there.”

A small sign that was obscured by the letters “Gridana” was visible. It was like a Sanghoe, but it was quite small.

“Chiriti Company. Yes, it’s here!”

Even though it was small, it wasn’t miserable. This is evident from the fact that people are constantly coming and going and carriages carrying goods can be seen everywhere. Although the building is a bit small, the interior looks substantial.

“what. “Did you come to see the child?”

“Why did you come here?”

“Oh, it’s coming out.”

At that time, someone came out from between the stables next to the commercial building. Four of the six arms hold empty canteens.

Looks like he’s already working.

“Akata!”

“huh? uh!”

The child who was about to enter the building at the inquisitor’s shout looked this way. Eight eyes widened.

“Priest!”

“Are you working already?”

“Oh, this. uh. Day. Well done. see?”

I guess I’ve already gotten used to the language after just listening intently to people’s conversations for a few days. Although the child was inarticulate, he said a few words.

It seemed as if the child was given work to test whether he was good at it or not.

“I think they said they would accept it if I passed the test.”

“Right. Are you ready to become independent already?”

“But still, four canteens are too much…”

“Aren’t we only moving empty cans?”

“uh. I do it. speak first? 4. This.”

“Did Akata say she would do it first?”

Your skill in choosing words is excellent.

I was heartbroken for having a child who was left alone among foreigners and somehow managed to communicate with me, who was in a daze because he couldn’t speak.

The child works hard like that, but at that time, I…

“It’s great. “You must take care of yourself and always be healthy.”

“I’m doing well. Don’t be too pushy though. “If you are too good or too sincere, you will be exploited.”

“Hahaha, little friend. If you’re having a hard time, laugh out loud. Then the difficult things will fly away!”

Feeling a little guilty, I watched as the group gave Akata one word at a time. Akata’s expression was a bit subtle, as if it was difficult to understand to this extent, but she soon smiled brightly.

“huh!”

I was glad that it seemed to have gotten brighter over the past few days.

“there.”

There wouldn’t be any good thing about me being there. Considering my ambiguous position, I called someone nearby. He was (presumably) the gatekeeper of the Chamber of Commerce.

“Are you the gatekeeper?”

“Yes, but….”

Okay. Then let’s leave it to this person.

I took out the package from my inventory. It was packaged roughly so that only the thread would stick out.

“Once me and those idiots are gone, hand this to that kid.”

I pointed to Akata with a wink. The gatekeeper had a somewhat shocked expression, but he bowed his head when I paid him 50,000 gal for his trouble. After all, money was the best.

“If it is stolen….”

“I will never let that happen.”

Just in case, I grabbed a knife and threatened him a bit, but the effect was quite good. I left this place without even taking a breath, leaving the gatekeeper behind.

Inquisitor and Dev didn’t know I was leaving, and Berserker knew but didn’t care, so I didn’t have to worry about getting caught.

“Oh, that’s right. The demon knight has also come to see you. Right… Ugh!”

“huh? Eck. “Where did Nari go!?”

“If it’s a demon knight, he just left.”

“When on earth!”

“I can’t believe I didn’t notice…!”

I leisurely returned to the temple.

“Let’s go!”

“You must stay healthy!”

“Hello little friend!”

Meanwhile, Akata watched the sudden visitors leave and walked back to the store. Over the past few days, I couldn’t stop smiling the whole time she was leaving because I realized how good they were and how well they treated her.

The strength in my arms, which had been sore from carrying the water bottle several times, has returned.

“there.”

“…?”

I haven’t learned all the words yet, but I know that’s the word used to call someone.

The girl raised her head at the call of the gatekeeper, with whom she had never spoken before.

“Take this. “The customer gave it to me.”

“uh?”

A combination of words that you have heard for the first time or are vaguely unfamiliar to you raises questions.

However, the items handed over before that were already in her hands. It was wrapped in a smooth material and folded up nicely as I held it in my hand.

I don’t know what was inside, but it didn’t seem to be a hard object.

Rustling.

Judging from the looks of it, this seems to be mine. The girl carefully unscrewed the top opening of the package.

[It’s thread.]

These were the threads I saw at a store with a big warrior a while ago.

Even the number was quite large. Anything I touched or looked at at all seemed like a sin.

【…It’s stupid.】

It’s really stupid. The girl chuckled as she sensed the identity of the person who gave it to her.

Those who were in the middle of a conversation with her and the white priest were not in the disposition to deliver gifts like this. If you do this, there will only be one person left who gave it to you.

【I didn’t have to give it to you…】

I’m sure he was there with me, but there was one person I didn’t see.

The girl laughed but cried and closed the package again. This package will now become her irreplaceable treasure.

The best gift that will give her strength whenever she is having a hard time.

* * *

You probably gave it to me, right? They gave you 50,000 gal, but you didn’t eat it all by yourself, right?

I wondered whether the gift had been delivered in front of the temple’s stable. If this was going to be the case, I would have rather gone and seen what was delivered, but it was already too late.

I came to the temple and everyone else also arrived. The Archmage suddenly joined us and was just getting ready to leave.

“We are leaving this place now.”

“Do you regret it?”

“That’s not it. “I know there is still work to be done.”

Eh, I don’t know. The situation won’t change just because I’m worried. I’ll just trust that it was conveyed well and pass it on.

Above all, everyone is in a situation where their horses are fully loaded. Now all you have to do is get on the horse and you are ready to leave.

“Oh, I forgot to tell you earlier.”

Maybe it was the end. It seems like the Archmage has something to say.

“A few days ago, we discovered someone who appears to be a devil or a devil worshiper.”

But what now?

“Uh, is it okay to say that?”

“You couldn’t find it in the city, right? “Now is the time to talk, as there is a possibility that there will be an ambush on the way.”

It seems that Dev knows what the Archmage is trying to say. If you see that you are not asking what you mean, but whether it is okay to say it. This is my first time.

“What do you mean?”

“ambush? “Do you have any enemies?”

Judging from their reactions, it appears that neither the Inquisitor nor Berserker know much about it. Only the Archmage and Dev are the faces of people they know.

It was a strange but not strange combination. It was common for the two of us to handle information alone.

“Say it now!”

Separately, it cannot be overlooked as long as the words devil and devil worshiper are mentioned. I screamed loudly.

“That…”

Soon, the story began to flow through Dev and Archmage’s vocal cords. The gist of it was that Dev met a strange guy a few days ago. He’s not just weird, he’s completely suspicious!

“Why did you say that now?”

“It was just a hasty move because the information wasn’t certain. “If something had come out, I wouldn’t have let you know.”

The fact that our meat dumplings were almost in danger again without my knowledge made me angry, but I needed an explanation.

When I asked about the concept, the Archmage sighed and explained the situation.

As much as I had my doubts, I did some research to be sure and found nothing. They kept an eye on Dev, but he didn’t show up as expected. That was the content.

“I asked for cooperation from the magic tower and temple, but nothing came of it.”

Ah, somehow. The temple and the magic tower looked strangely busy for a few days. Was it because of this? But why did you keep this a secret from us?

“Why did you keep quiet from us?”

The Inquisitor asked on my behalf. Then the Archmage’s face changed to look like he was 10 years older.

For some reason, I felt like I knew even without hearing the answer.

“Wasn’t the Inquisitor training to advance to the next level? The demon knight’s injury had just healed. “I didn’t want to disturb them with unclear information.”

“But…”

Yes, I thought so.

It’s not like they were attacking someone or hiding under the city and doing something, but if they just approached one person and left behind a word, it would be a bit difficult to disturb their rest. Moreover, it was our first group break in months.

Above all, what kind of people are I and the Inquisitor? Aren’t they the type of group that rolls their eyes when they see the devil and tries to ignore everything else? Berserker is so excited that he chases his opponent and has the potential to destroy everything.

I immediately understand why the Archmage was silent.

“That’s not up to you to decide…!”

But the hateful concept doesn’t know that.

I pushed past the Inquisitor who was passively trying to refute, and shouted with my blood raised. A sigh escaped the Archmage’s lips.

“I apologize. “I’ll be careful next time.”

From the main body’s perspective, it is not something for the Archmage to apologize for, but it was the best response for now. If this happens, I may grind my teeth, but I won’t be able to make any more sense.

My expression became a little more crumpled.

“I’m going to tell you everything, so be careful. Since he hasn’t been seen for the past few days, it looks like he decided to hide or leave the city. “Maybe they are preparing an ambush.”

“okay. All right.”

“hmm. So you can go demon hunting while you’re at it? Berserk is very good!”

Perhaps because my temper was so overwhelming, the Inquisitor relieved the Archmage’s blood pressure. It means that he calmly accepted the facts.

Berserker was the same as always, so I don’t have anything to add.

“So, I’m going to Camberra to tour the border of the Great Forest, right?”

Did a storm pass like that? Dev carefully changed the topic.

Everyone’s expressions became more relaxed. Except me.

“I see.”

“…You’re not going to Ednium, right?”

“I’m going there because there’s a problem in Camburgh, so I don’t think I’ll go there. “Do you want to go?”

“No, it’s not like that.”

It looks like everyone is prepared. This is a concept that must have raised a lot of anger in the conversation just now. I got on the horse without even uttering a single syllable.

“Then let’s go!”

The next destination is Kamborough. It is a city located below Baekmyo Ridge and is nicknamed Blue Lotus Nest.