Is It Bad That the Main Character’s a Roleplayer? - Chapter 35

◈Episode 35 In front of the fruits of choice (10)

Even though I was exhausted, I broke through the sewer without difficulty. But now there is no injury penalty and fatigue has been removed.

Even as the level increased, the abilities also increased to a certain extent. So maybe.

Although you can’t expect an increase in combat power due to the skill—I didn’t want to suffer from injuries again, so I prioritized treatment—this is still enough.

I easily advanced through the sewer.

“Is it a human…”

“That’s a demon knight…”

“Are all iron plates like that?”

Aside from that, I’m a bit strong, but isn’t this too easy? They said they were dragging their feet because they didn’t have the manpower, but it turns out they didn’t have the manpower.

At this point, you’re starting to wonder if they’re just leaving it to pamper the players. I don’t know what kind of game it is.

“Ugh, the smell.”

At that time, Dev, who followed me all the way to the sewer, blocked his nose. He hasn’t complained once so far, but he only complains after work is done, which is quite professional.

Separately, it is unclear why he followed even though he knew this would happen.

“Are you okay Nari?”

Is there any way it could be okay? Dev was at least in the rear, but I was fighting at the front, so dirt got all over my clothes. If my clothes didn’t have an automatic washing function, I would have been quite shocked.

“Are you complaining about the smell when you haven’t done anything? “That’s funny.”

“What did you do like that?”

“What did you say just now?”

You fight. I’ll go.

What I can endure without showing it and what I want to be in are different, so I immediately turned around. After using all possible means to confirm that there were no demons left, there was no need to hesitate any longer.

The hem of his clothes, which had become dirty and then clean again, fluttered.

“Yeah, I always wondered, where did you get those clothes? Oh, you don’t have to say it if you don’t want to. “I asked because I was curious that there was a high-level magic called automatic restoration.”

I inadvertently gave a look to that question. It’s just an item obtained thanks to the deluxe edition, but is this high-level magic? this?

“Now that I think about it, you have a lot of really strange things. The same goes for the space expansion bag…”

The starting equipment options are not as bad as expected and have been maintained to preserve the concept image. I was planning to change clothes later when better clothes and higher-quality equipment became available.

But just looking at the way he speaks, it seems like only the starting items have automatic washing/restoration options. Or at least, I don’t think store-based items will have such a function.

“…How many times do I have to tell you not to care about me?”

I growled fiercely with my mouth, but internally I held my head.

If it’s real, it can never be replaced. Automatic laundry went beyond convenience and ranked first in convenience.

“You said something useless. “Let’s go.”

In response to the bomb being dropped on me, the Archmage headed outside the guns.

It’s better than not knowing and getting hurt later, but even though I did it, I still felt it was disgusting. It was the price of being the subject of revealing too much truth.

“…But I am the one with you. “Not you.”

“that…!”

Meanwhile, they are still fighting. Can’t you see that the priests’ respect for the warrior is disappearing?

“I couldn’t understand it in the first place. “Why did you follow me to the sewer?”

But that doesn’t mean the dispute was completely useless. The Inquisitor answered what I wanted to ask.

“….”

Dev pursed his lips. The sewer suddenly became quiet.

“Oh, by the way, Inquisitor. “I didn’t tell you this.”

no. The silence was broken as the Archmage who was walking ahead looked back. Her silver mane, softly reflected in the lamplight, sparkled particularly brightly.

“How about that young man as your next colleague?”

“yes?!”

No matter how I looked at it, it was difficult for Dev to join, so I wondered what would happen, and they solved it like this?

“What, what?”

“Are you talking about me now?”

However, both the Inquisitor and Dev broke down at the Archmage’s suggestion. Since they are both following behind, it is impossible to check their facial expressions, but just by hearing their voices, I can tell that they are doubting my ears.

“That’s right. “But only if you agree.”

“I am against it! “How does interest help?”

“It will be more helpful than you.”

“You!”

“Why did I say something wrong?”

“This profit…!”

At that point, I felt an intuition that was close to precognition.

That one, that one. I think I’ll end up joining Eoyeongbuyeong as if I’m caught up in a storm like that. This was a case I often saw not only in creative works but also in real life.

“Inquisitor. Think about it without the housemaster. “This time, we can see how many issues were solved thanks to him and how outstanding his performance was.”

“That…”

It wasn’t something I needed to worry about, so I just increased my walking speed.

I have no involvement in whether Dev joins the team or not. Even if I joined, they couldn’t treat me well because of the concept.

“It is for the same reason that I made this offer to you. Our goal is to drive out demons from this land, but to get there, we must go through many hardships and trials. “If you have eyes for the truth and know how to find hidden things, it will definitely be of great help to you.”

“It would be a bit difficult if you let me float like that.”

“Of course, since it is a journey that cannot guarantee even your life, let alone your safety, I will not force you to do so. However, I don’t think we’ll ever meet someone as talented as you again. So, won’t you at least look at this old man and think about it?”

I walked through the sewer, listening to the sage-like sage gently enticing Dev with his words. Despite the time spent searching, the exit quickly arrived.

“…Do you think the Demon Knight needs to be defeated too?”

However, by the time we reached the end of the sewer. The approaching Inquisitor asked with a sullen face. It was an awkward question.

Based on my concept, I wouldn’t care who joins. Of course, it’s time to be annoyed by the two of you who are overly friendly. Strictly speaking, it’s time to get nervous that he won’t back down even if you push him away.

“be not interested in.”

I chose lines that fit the concept, knowing that Dev was listening behind me.

“If it gets in the way of killing the devil, I just throw it away.”

Write it. This impromptu line was ruined. It’s so boring.

* * *

After we finished purifying, we returned to the temple and took a short rest. Even if I said rest, it meant washing the dirt, but whatever.

“True Inquisitor. You said before that we should go to the Fiosta region. “I think Porsen is better than Fiosta.”

After washing up, the next meal is a slightly late lunch. I stuffed the salad into my mouth and listened to the Archmage’s remarks.

“If you say Porsen… you mean the southwest?”

“yes.”

The Archmage who finished eating first among us—even though he was a Shagi tribe member and did not eat very much—slowly presented the basis for his remarks.

“There are some unusual rumors going around there… Don’t we need to find more colleagues? “Even if that young man joins us, four people won’t be enough.”

“I haven’t decided yet.”

“If we do this, we will need it even more.”

The Inquisitor glared at Dev. Dev didn’t even look at him with his ears.

“More than anything, I judged that Fiostar is too dangerous in its current state.”

“Why?”

“It’s because of this incident. Inquisitor. Do you think that some dastardly devil worshipers did this to destroy a city?”

“…!”

The reason for the judgment is meaningless because I heard it earlier. Where is Fiostar and why is it dangerous?

Even if you trace the vague settings of the original, you can’t guess anything. I wasn’t smart enough to remember maps for games from decades ago.

“Isn’t the Inquisitor’s intention to go to Fiostar ultimately to help the northern front there? However, the Northern Front is the closest to the Demon Capital, where Satan resides. “If I go there now, I might be targeted again.”

What is the Northern Front and where is the Demon King?

I carefully looked at the map they provided. Unlike the world map, which was shrouded in fog, the rough shape of the world was drawn.

The overall round shape of the continent and the demon city painted black in the center are particularly noticeable.

The boundary line surrounding Maje Station and the name ‘front line’ given to that boundary line.

Among them, Fiosta was located right above Ma Station and Porsen was located just to the west.

“But if you put it that way, isn’t it the same in other provinces? “There is no place that is not dangerous as you approach the front line.”

“There is a big difference between the distance at which Satan will directly send his troops and the distance at which he will not. Moreover, because of this incident, the number of Satanists spread across the continent must have decreased significantly. “Unless the Demon King goes to a place where he can take direct action, he won’t have the power to target me.”

“So…”

“Assuming they have the strength, we need to go even further west. “So that if the situation arises, we can receive help from the Great Shrine.”

“….”

The Archmage’s remarks were quite structured and sound. As much as the Inquisitor was disappointed, I also realized a lot.

So, isn’t this a build-up to go around the continent in the following order: West, South, East, and North?

“I admit that I may be somewhat reluctant to receive help from the Great God Temple. But, Inquisitor, didn’t you realize this? “You need to have more experience and wisdom.”

“…That’s right. yes. The wise man is right. I… I still lack a lot. “If we go to the northern front as is, we won’t be able to provide proper help.”

However, there is one big problem now.

Now that I know this setting, I also realize that there was a serious error in my concept.

「※Two steps to defeat the Demon Lord※」

Following the Inquisitor’s approval, I became serious about whether or not the main quest would be renewed.

After all, it was strange that a man who hated devils and disregarded his own life knew about the existence of the devil and did not go there!

No, it was already ruined by the time I stopped going!

“This is for you too.”

How do I cover this? Is there any setting that can cover up this error?

As I was about to think seriously, the Archmage looked at me and said.

“I know that these words can touch a sensitive area. But it would be better for all of us if we just tie the knot and move on.”

It’s a tone that somehow feels like it will either save me or throw me into the abyss.

I reflexively clenched my fists.

“While I was thinking about this destination, a question came to mind. If you hate the devil so much, why didn’t you go to the northern front? No, it’s not just the northern front. “Aren’t you the kind of person who wouldn’t hesitate to be on the front line, no matter where it is?”

here? like this? Pointing out concept errors? This is just something that happened due to the inevitable development unique to the game and my settings getting twisted…!

“Wandering around the border….”

I’m sure he’s not being suspected of being a devil just because his character has collapsed here.

“I guess it’s because you’re Gretchen.”

huh?

“There’s no need to wonder why I know that. “Didn’t the demon contractor in Somon call you Gretchen?”

My face became even more distorted at the sudden appearance of the word. At the same time, my mind is spinning tensely.

I don’t know what it is, but I think I’ll find some information that will cover up my setup error…!

“During the two weeks you were asleep, I contacted the Magic Tower and received related information. As a result, we were able to find out that the same name appears in ancient literature.”

I held the weapon with my right arm and held my right arm with my left arm. My fate varied depending on what words followed.

“Of the seven great evils, Gretchen is the one who was offered as an offering to ‘Wrath’ or the one who possesses ‘Wrath’.”

“…!”

“What the…”

It was my business, but I was wondering why the two dumplings looked even more surprised, so I focused on what they said next.

The Archmage’s attitude, as he looked desperately, did not show any signs of hostility. If I did that, what would come out next would also be to my advantage.

“The Great Devil is no different from Satan’s direct subordinate. Oh, don’t worry. I do not consider you a servant of the devil. But… isn’t that what you were wary of? When you enter Satan’s realm, the influence of his presence increases, and the suppressed power of the devil can become stronger than it is now. “It means that there is a higher possibility that the devil on your right arm will run amok.”

That’s the perfect excuse to cover up a configuration error.

I was moved to tears seeing a man who could be both an enemy and a benefactor.

Even if you guys hadn’t pushed the concept from the beginning, I wouldn’t have been in such dire straits…!

“…What is the purpose of saying that?”

Still, the acting must continue. Because I don’t want to get team-killed. Sobbing.

“Have you decided that you need to kill me?”

“Don’t misunderstand. “Is that possible?”

Still, looking at the Archmage’s tone, it seems like things will go pretty well.

“It’s just this. Since we can’t enter the front line right away anyway, we could use that time to come up with a means to seal the demon in your arm. “What about this possibility?”

─It’s not about the level, it’s about changing jobs from the original. In the original work, the Demon Knight’s career advancement is divided into two depending on whether or not it is sealed.

They said the transfer system was gone, but was it incorporated into the story?

“If I was offended, I apologize. But a demon knight. “You can’t go on like that forever.”

However, the situation is not good to concentrate on that point and think about various things.

I quickly thought through what I thought was the most appropriate response.

“How dare you say your mouth is open…!”

Ah, my concept is that you hate yourself so much that you don’t like it even when given the chance to improve.

Quang!

I drew my sword and slashed through the table. A black energy passed by the seat next to the Archmage.

The noise scratched away, leaving only the faint sound of breathing.

“Nari….”

But when I continue talking here, I can’t remember any specific lines. It’s like using the last one again.

However, whether it is necessary to say something depends on how you interpret it.

bang!

So I decided to just leave the restaurant.

After all, isn’t this a setting where one has abandoned one’s name and run away from the past? You can run away this time too, right?

The most unacceptable thing about this setting is your own happiness.

* * *

Boom!

Deathbringer stared at the empty seat of the Demon Knight, who had stormed out of the restaurant after a shocking conversation.

“I was wondering why it was so unusual…”

The morning I came from Somon to Tatara, he made a remark about being a devil and all. This is also why the energy surrounding the sword is a particularly ominous black color. The reason why only blood was poured out on the divine power that was merciful to everyone. That Sannim was in full charge of nursing and only wrapped a bandage on the Demon Knight’s right arm.

I think I understand now. No, I completely realized it.

“I wonder if there was a devil on his arm…”

If that was the reason, who wouldn’t say that?

“He is a strong man.”

“…what?”

“Even though the devil is in his arms, you should not treat him as a devil.”

“What nonsense…”

Deathbringer unconsciously tried to ask a retort, but soon trailed off. When he realized there was a devil on the Demon Knight’s arm, didn’t he really feel rejected?

“….”

At the same time, even at the moment when he was swallowed by the devil two weeks ago, he remembered how he had prioritized saving the devil over his own life.

『I just cannot tolerate the existence of pests devouring the world.』 I was

simply impressed when I heard those words, but looking back now, I have a bone to say.

“Ah…”

I can’t even guess what kind of state of mind he was living in or what kind of state of mind he was uttering those words. However, after misunderstanding, instead of contempt and rejection, only admiration and admiration come.

If he were in the same position as the demon knight, he would never have behaved like me.

“…Hey.”

So Deathbringer opened his mouth half impulsively. Even though he knew it was a choice he would regret, he could not help it.

“Do you really think I can help?”

Making smart decisions was a young person’s prerogative.