Akuyaku Reijou ni Nanka Narimasen - Chapter 436 (Patreon)

Preparation for dungeon attack and grueling battles with best friends!
The group gathered in a room rented from the Adventurers' Guild, consisting of Milfi, Cedar-kun, Protectors of the Amethysts, and Ernst, who happened to be at the Guild at the time. We discussed the Extra Dungeon.

After the explanation, Ernst raised his hand and spoke, "It's very interesting, but I'd probably just be a burden. I have my research to attend to, so I'll decline. I'd rather investigate it after Rosarin clears it."

"Okay. Well, if I have time, I'll go with you."

"I'd appreciate that."

Well, it's understandable that as a researcher, he's curious about the dungeon. If I have some free time, I'll take him.

"............ I also would be a burden... so I'll pass."

"I can't make much use of my wings in a dungeon. I'd be a burden, too."

Nex and Ordo also raised their hands. Well, I don't think of them as burdens, but it's their way of showing consideration. I replied, "I understand."

"I'm definitely going!"

"... I might go if Milfilia goes."

"No, you can't!"

"Why not!?"

He didn’t seem to expect that Milfi would deny.

"You are a fatal flaw to Milfi. Furthermore, you are currently in an important position as a noble and a researcher, Cedar-kun. Please prioritize that."

"... Rosarin..."

Currently, Cedar-kun was conducting joint research with my brother. It's an experiment involving humans with green thumbs. If it goes well, it might bring benefits even to those without them.

Furthermore, Cedar-kun and Milfi have become a symbol of the bridge connecting Christia and Wolfanea because they are seen being close during the evening gatherings. This has reduced the aversion towards beastfolk even further.

Cultural exchange with Wolfanea also revolves around Cedar-kun, so it's not advisable to take him along.

"In that case, it's fine if Cedar-kun stays! I will go by myself!"

"... Then, I cane take you with us only if you can land a single attack on me, Milfi. I win if I render you incapable of fighting."

"... That's what I want."

"O-oi… this is getting a bit reckless..."

"It's okay, I'll win! Please cheer for me, Cedar-kun!"

Cedar-kun probably wanted to stop her, but he must have thought it would be futile.

"Do your best."

"Yes!"

So, we've come to the Rosenberg estate's garden to give it our all. There's plenty of space here for combat training. Jend was our judge.

"All right, let's begin!"

Jend declared the start of the match. Milfi kept her distance and launched waves of attacks with her bow and magic. But, I'm not one to lose. In fact...

"Rosariiin!"

"Th-that's cheating!"

Somehow, my Valkyrie mode suddenly activated after a long time, and it was using a massive shield to block all attacks. It was completely unexpected, even for me. I was more surprised than anyone.

"It is not. I am Master’s swords as well as shield."

"Muu… then…!”

“Oh my? Fufu…”

Using magic, she attacked me directly from behind. It's not a bad strategy.

"Ei."

"Eh? Kyaaaa!?"

I have magic power visualization, so I can see all magic. And if I can see it, synchronizing with it is quite simple. I overlaid my magic onto Milfi's just before she cast it and sent it back to her. Well, I reduced its power, so it was just a bit startling for her.

"This is unbelievable... Rosarin."

Ernst was in awe. Well, it's true that my ability to visualize magic and my specialization in all attributes and magic synchronization make it possible. Come to think of it... maybe only I can do this.

"Milfi, are you done yet?"

"Not at all!"

"Shall I show you my secret move?"

I took a deep breath and carefully assembled my magic.

"Absolute Magic Nullification!"

And then, I cast the spell and started running.

"Ugh...!?My bow!?"

Milfi tried to activate her Water Lotus Bracelet, but it didn't respond. My secret move, Absolute Magic Nullification, is a great tool that can even seal magic tools.

I closed the distance to Milfi in an instant and held a knife to her.

"Checkmate."

"I... I surrender."

"Your weakness is being too reliant on magic. If you can't use magic, you can't fight, and if you are brought into close combat, you stand no chance. Even with body enhancement from Divine Revelation, it's just a base for your natural body, so the effect is not that significant."

"I understand. I accept my defeat. I'll work on improving my physical strength from now on! I'm going to aim to become like Geraldin-san!"

"Huh?"

"Ce-Cedar-kun! We can't stay like this! Let's train!"

"Oh, okay..."

Cedar-kun was dragged away by Milfi.

"Wh-what if Milfi becomes all muscular!"

"Ahh."

“Pfft.”

“Cough.”

“... (Confusion).”

Jend sighed, Ordo burst into laughter, Ernst choked, and Nex looked puzzled.

"That's not going to happen~"

Mary was excessively confident for some reason. For some reason, Mary’s intuition was unusually accurate. I somehow felt that everything would be fine.

On a side note, while Milfi has more stamina than an average person, she can't compare to the Beastfolk, so she's been struggling with muscle pain and has been experimenting with ways to fight effectively despite being physically weaker.

Why do I feel like my best friend is becoming unnecessarily strong?... It's just my imagination, right?

How did this happen!?

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