ushernet 190 Episode 190 "Coastal Area Strategy (Part 2) Inevitable" Purification Magic "".Txt
190 Episode 190 "Coastal Area Strategy (Part 2) Inevitable" Purification Magic "".Txt
In a boat on the waterfront
"The 'Instructor Mage' is not coming back, huh?
The man yelled in a raspy voice
Leaving his large body on the chair, he taps the armrest irritably and asks the boy in front of him.
'After you went to the trouble of moving the 'Inspire Hydra'? What is it that has happened?
I suspect that the intruder may have failed to respond to the intruder.
A boy in silver armor replied, "You are in a room on a ship.
This is a room on the ship.
The man and the boy were facing each other in a place that was too large and too luxurious for one person to sleep and wake up in.
"'Instructor Mage' - he calls himself Lord of Vermilion and so on, but Himoto-Keiske is a man in a hurry.
The boy in the armor let out a long sigh.
'He's not very stuffy, you know. If he was capable, he could have captured more mermaids.
He looked at the bathtub (well so) placed at the back of the cabin.
There was a young mermaid girl there.
She was leaning against the edge of the tub, slumped and nodding.
'In any case, you'll have to take direct command. 'Will you give me permission to send out a small boat to land? The Marquis de Hilmut, sir.
You are my bodyguard. You must not go it alone.
But...
The purification of the amulet is not yet complete. We should not move.
The man called Marquis Hilmut looked at the crystal he carried at his waist.
It's a curse-avoiding talisman like the one the boy in front of him has with his Instructor Mage.
It has the power to protect its owner from the 'curses' that abound in the land, but after a day of use it becomes cloudy and requires the singing of mermaids to purify it.
The Marquis of Hilmut makes sure to land every day to get the "trainees" fired up. At that time, they are inevitably affected by the curse. So every night, he purifies them with the mermaid's singing voice...
She hasn't been able to sing since yesterday. You lazy sub-human!
The marquis threw the silver bowl he was holding into the bathtub.
With a bang, the vessel hit the bathtub and bounced back. The spattered wine soaked the floor and the mermaid girl's hair.
'I gave you a place to stay! How much money do you think they spent on that tub? It's made of master craftsmen's pottery, decorated with crystals and encrusted with jewels! It's a gem that no matter how hard you try, you just can't get it. The seawater is changed every day. They even sprinkle expensive perfumed oil around. What's the matter with you?
The marquis' voice echoed through the large cabin.
A moment of silence fell.
The sound of water splashing in the tub...
I don't want to work at .......
The mermaid girl murmured, "I don't want to work at .
I don't want to work at ....... I don't want to work at . I want to meet my friends.
Oh, boy, these days.
He spits at the top of his lungs and shouts.
'I said I'll give it back to you when I'm done with my business! Why can't you see that this is the place to do your best!
...... Good luck, where?
I used to be a martial arts instructor for the royal family. When I was young, I used to wield a big sword and slay demons by the throat. I was contracted by the guild to search for the key to the key item.
I don't know what ............ is.
You can't keep singing and dancing, either. The world will change in time. I am giving you a chance to be part of history.
The man spreads his arms out as if this were a theater and continues to talk as if he were talking.
I'm doing this because I expect you guys to be able to purify the search for the key items. I expect you to be able to do this. You are betraying that!
I don't know. I don't know.
The mermaid girl shook her head.
Her light blue hair swayed and the dripping seawater wet the floor.
That didn't sit well with her again, and Marquis Hilmut snorted. 'Sloppy. You are not.
'Mermaid girl.'
A boy in silver armor approaches the bathtub and says, "Would you like to make a 'contract' with me?
Would you like to make a 'contract' with me? You 'sing for purification'. I'll 'take the holy sword and fight for justice'.
...... I don't know what that means.
'I need the 'Holy Sword'. To put my skills to good use.
The mermaid does not answer the boy's question.
"............ I don't know, nothing.
She closed her eyes and listened to the sound of the waves.
I want to jump into the ocean right now. She didn't need anything, she wanted to swim and sing freely.
She didn't know what the people here were thinking, because she had no idea what they were thinking.
"...... Show me your side ......
The girl said.
...... show me ...... and let me touch ...... the flowing water and then I will I'll sing to you.
That's a lot of work!
The Marquis of Hilmut spat.
He frowned in annoyance and then waved his hand at the boy in the armor.
Do as you wish, 'Holy Swordsman'. But don't forget to keep him in chains.
How do you plan to respond to the intruder?
Surround them and kill them. I'll do the rest.
"There is an 'elite trainee' - a 'quasi-brave' - who is assisting the instructor on the beach. You will know them if you give them orders from here on the flag. Let's leave the command to them. Is that all right?
...... oh ...... no, wait.
The Marquis stopped the boy as he tried to move.
'Not long ago, you had a group of undead on the streets.
I've heard about it, sir.
They were enveloped in a great circle of light... a purifying light that made them disappear.
''Rumor (rumor) has it that the resurrected Heavenly Dragon wielded his power. Or perhaps there is a 'substitute of the Heavenly Dragon'.
''I don't believe in the resurrection of celestial dragons, but the great magic of ...... purification exists. Then we should take measures against it.
Men think for a moment and then
'Disperse the trainees and surround the intruders on top of that. Then we won't be able to purify them all. We'll be in trouble once the 'curse' is gone.
The wisdom of the Marquis is astounding.
The boy known as the 'Holy Sword Master' knelt on the floor.
''You are indeed a former martial arts instructor for the royal family. He is skilled in the art of warfare.
I'm the one who recognized your value.
The man stood up and took the sword in his hand.
With a grudging motion, he handed it to the boy.
I am only a swordsman now, but if I could only get my hands on the holy sword, I would be a warrior. When the time comes to fight the Demon King, you can do as much good as you want by my side.
"Gyoi.
The boy was depressed and replied, "If this place is an example, then the holy sword must be here.
''If this place is the example, then the Holy Sword must be lying here. I will use any means necessary to obtain it.
Yeah.
Unseen by him, the Marquis laughed, his lips twitching.
It was as if his lines were a funny joke.
─ ─ Nagi Cecil Rita team...
The air is heavy.
We are not even close to the beach yet. But I can still feel the air around me.
"Is this the land of the d*mned?
But that's where the mermaids live.
It's something. There's no one around, but I have a strange ringing in my ears. It's as if someone is watching me all the time.
"Are Cecil and Rita okay? Let me know if you're not feeling well.
I ask the two people on either side of me.
It's fine. I feel some kind of pressure, but...
I know. It's like someone is shouting at you in an inaudible voice. It's like a curse.
"I feel like I'm yelling at you in an inaudible voice"?
It definitely feels like that.
You're being watched by something incredibly big, and you don't know when it's going to get angry, and you're under pressure all the time. That's the kind of image I'm getting.
...... but I'm very clear in my consciousness. My body, it's not crazy.
It seems that me, Cecil and Rita have a resistance to the 'curse', just as the saintly lady assured me.
''Even if we have a tolerance, we know it's a 'cursed land'. I wonder what kind of condition those trainees who have no tolerance are in.
'...... escape trainees told me that. They all said they would try to escape until the second day.
...... "After the third day, people started looking at me and said they were giving up on .......
From the shadows of the rocky beach, we looked down on the beach where the trainees had gathered.
Everyone had been doing gymnastics earlier, but now they were standing there in a daze.
The ones running around among the 'trainees' are a swordsman girl and a girl wearing a robe. Earlier, I saw "Instructor Mage" giving them instructions.
It's probably an assistant to "Instructor Mage".
I'm going to have to say that I'm not going to be able to get it right. All of you who are resting, come out.
Excuse me, everyone. Please work!
The girls are screaming and looking at the ship in the sea.
There's no movement at all over there. Didn't Rita say she saw a flag moving on the deck? Is that a sign?
I heard about the Rookie Training program from one of the girls Letitia helped with the escaped crew.
Sharing of information is fundamental, you know. The necessary information is to be conveyed through 'mind linkage revision'.
The girl told me that "Instructor Mage" has an assistant.
The ship off shore has a nobleman and a swordsman. The nobleman──Marquis Hilmut will always come once a day and give 'grateful guidance' to the trainees. So that there are always people injured, and so on.
They are looking for those who are resistant to the curse.
I guess they're trying to use those people to explore the mermaid habitat.
...... I wonder if there really is a 'Demon Dragon Dungeon' near the mermaid's habitat.
I exchanged a glance with Cecil and Rita next to me.
'I thought it would be easiest if nothing happened, but I'm not so sure.
......, right?" "Yeah. I don't blame you.
The three of us are lying on the rocks, looking out at the beach.
We hold hands, ready to join together at any moment.
Cecil's tiny hands are hotter than usual.
Sometimes she lets go of her tied hands and wipes them with her robe, as if she doesn't care that she's sweating.
Rita's shoulders are snug against mine.
She doesn't seem nervous, her beautiful tail flapping. I don't know if she realizes it or not, but sometimes she holds her hands down, but she's soon back to normal. We're away from the sandy beach and he's at the base of a tree, so I don't think he's going to find us that often.
'The plan is simple. First, we're going to hit the people on the beach with a giant 'sacred force'.
I began to explain.
'Then you'll be freed from the influence of the 'curse' and you'll come to your senses. According to the 'escape trainees', they're all here because they believe in some bullshit training program. Once they come to their senses, they'll know it's crazy. You think you can get Iris to help with that? We just need to check the center of the curse and leave the silver plate of purification given to us by the saint, and we'll be clear.
...... cursed land, huh?
'Potentially,' murmured Cecil, 'what is the crime that the human king committed against the dragon?
''What is this crime that the human king committed against the dragon? So much so that the 'curse' won't go away for a long time. Is there such a sin? I can't even imagine .......
...... Yeah. I've been thinking about that too.
I stroked Cecil's silver hair.
Cecil had a worried look on his face.
The mermaid Sonia said, 'A long time ago, the human king committed a very serious crime against the dragons living on the earth.
But then, even the demon race has suffered similar damage.
Humans have ruined one race of demons.
But Cecil doesn't hold a grudge against the humans. He doesn't curse them.
It's just that they asked me to draw out their subconscious for fear of hurting people deep down. As a result ...... I ended up finding out about Cecil's true wishes.
But the dragon, which is the source of this curse, is still angry at what the other party has done.
What could be the source of that much anger - we can't even imagine.
If everyone was as kind as Cecil-chan, the world would be a more peaceful place.
Rita unexpectedly pulled Cecil into a hug.
How come we didn't see this coming?
Run...! We're going to get eaten alive. Everyone run...!
Plus, they see "Inspire Hydra" and start running.
Well, that's what happens.
There's a demon in front of you. If they come to their senses, it's only natural for them to run away.
'Ka, stop them! 'Inspire Hydra'!
I don't know what I'm talking about. You can't escape! We're going to be pissed!
The 'Elite Trainees' fly instructions to the 'Inspire Hydra'. The fact that their reactions haven't changed means that those people seem to have a resistance to the 'curse'.
However, the 'trainees' have already begun to scatter and flee.
And before the "Inspire Hydra" that is trying to chase them...
"Son of man, run for your life! I'll hold them off!
A white winged dragon stood there.
''Heavenly Dragon Blanchalka-sama! Why is the Heavenly Dragon here? It's back, I've heard rumors of it: ......
The details will have to wait. For now, just get to safety.
The pure white dragon leans his head back and howls as he shields the people.
'I heard from the one who escaped first. His personal belongings are in a hut down the road. Take it and huddle together and run to the sanctuary! This is the land of malice. Don't ever look back!'
''I understand, Tenryu-sama!
People start running in unison.
'Sender: Nagi.
Recipient: Iris.
Body: Good timing. Iris. You're gonna bring us to a standstill, as planned.
I sent a message to Iris about "Mind Linkage - Revised".
The sender is Iris.
Recipient: Onii-chan.
Text: Leave it to me. The skills I obtained from the 'soul engagement' with my brother are not justified!
I'm full of confidence.
Me, Cecil and Rita are in a battle position behind a rock.
We'll have to follow up if things go wrong.
The signal from the ship. That celestial dragon is a fake. The Inspire Hydra is the only way to defeat it.
It just looks so real!
An "Elite Trainee" waved his hand at the sandy beach.
With that, "Inspire Hydra" starts to move.
『『『『 Hueyyyy! 』』』』
The two Inspire Hydra rushed towards the Tenryu Blanchalka, which was blocking their path.
The small Hydra, which is about 4 meters tall, approached the Celestial Dragon Blanchalka with the same momentum, and...
"Sent by Iris.
Recipient: Onii-chan.
TEXT: This is the timing. Activate "Blessing of the Dragon (Dragonic Breath)!
Besh.
Col.
The tail of the 『Tenryu Blanchalka』 hooked the 『Inspire Hydra』 and brought it down.
"It's not an illusion...? You have a substance, whoa-whoa-whoa!
No, it's an illusion, though. Just for a moment (・・・・・) on the tail (...) and a physical judgment (・・・・).
'Sender: illith.
Recipient: Nagi
Text: It's a success. Brother! Have you seen the power of Iris's Blessing of the Dragon (Dragonic Breath)!''
DRAGONIC BLESSING
The Dragon's Blood blessing grants physical enhancements to weapons, skills, and magic.
Only one target at a time.
The moment you strengthen a different target, the previous enhancement will disappear.
This skill can give physical enhancements not only to weapons and magic, but also to skills themselves.
If you use this in 'Illusionary Space', you can temporarily give 'Physical Feelings' to 'Phantom of the Heavenly Dragon Blanchalka'.
''Sender: Rafilia.
Recipient: master. Mr. Iris.
Text: Thank you for stopping me. Gourain Archery plus Physical Penetrator
Hmph. Huh. Huh? Huh?
Swoosh.
Raphilia's arrow, which flew from across the rocky terrain, pierced the head of the 'Inspire Hydra'.
It was easy.
The power source of the 'magic crystal' was destroyed and the 'Inspire Hydra' fell apart.
My blessing is that even the body of a demon can be turned into thin cloth.
The illusory celestial dragon howled.
''Son of man! O son of man, you foolish one who sends demons to your kind ...... leave promptly.''
Oh, oh, oh... ............
Flopping.
The swordsman girl is sitting on the beach, shivering.
'This land is a dwelling place for mermaids, not a place for people to step in.
'Duh, but ...... training in this land certainly makes people stronger.'
The girl stood up shakily and drew her sword.
The wizard girl also takes her staff. As if defending the girl.
''That's right. This training has made us more confident in ourselves! Originally, we were just low-level adventurers. And yet, after receiving training here, I've been able to be as good as the others...
...... You're stubborn, 'elite trainees'.
I'd better convince him to leave early.
I decided to send a message to Iris.
And it comes with the "Celestial Dragon's Script".
It's because this land is cursed. "This is not because you have grown strong. Others have grown weak.
''The Phantom of the Heavenly Dragon Blanchalka'' uttered the lines as instructed.
''You were just comparing yourselves to those who are confused and weak.''
...... Oh no! 'It's a lie. A nobleman would never do such a thing!
Well, then, I guess you'll have to see the truth for yourselves.
The vision of the Heavenly Dragon Blanchalka shouted.
''Soon, this land will be enveloped in a thick fog. Run away if you don't want to get caught up in it. My deputy will quietly do his job.''
With that, the vision of the celestial dragon turned towards me.
I send a signal to Cecil. Cecil nods and activates the magic he had chanted.
''I changed the magic to water attribute with 'Attribute Change 《Elemental Changer》'. Activate. ''Ancient language magic, thick fog (fog).''
Buh.
The coast and sea were shrouded in a thick fog.
You can't even see our faces in this state. The usual 'sea dragon mask' is worn just in case.
Yes. Nagi-sama." "Liukai.
Cecil and Rita's twin tails are swinging.
That's why I unified everyone's hair style. Even in the fog, silhouettes, so that you can recognize them as friends.
''I hope that ship is ...... going to go away like this.
Once out to sea, the fog won't affect them.
The trainees will follow the land route to the sanctuary, so it is impossible to follow them by boat. Once at the sanctuary, the trainees will be taken care of by the merchant, Mr. Dolgor. If we had the testimonies of Mr. Dolgor and the trainees, we should be able to understand the abnormality of the 'rookie training' as expected.
In the meantime, we'll look deep into the "Mermaid's Dwelling Place" to find out what's causing the "Curse".
If it really is something to do with the Demon Dragon - we may need to ask for the help of the Sea Dragon Kerkator. If the cause of the "curse" is gone, there will be no reason for the nobles to occupy this place. The mermaids should be able to come back.
Sonia, the little mermaid, was hoping for this, too.
I'll decide after I've settled down whether I'll continue to sing the "Song of Purification" in this land or live in another land.
Thinking about this, we run towards the coast.
The fog is deep, but Cecil and I are not affected by it. I can see my feet, and I can see that the "elite trainees" are standing there in a daze.
Let's talk to those two for now...
Nagi. I can hear you singing.
Rita unexpectedly stopped in her tracks.
'...... I feel the power of purification ...... This is a mermaid's song.
After a short run, I could hear it too.
A clear voice that seemed to melt into the waves. As if to cleanse the heavy air from a moment ago.
The song can be heard on the edge of the waves.
There was a little mermaid girl with her body bound with chains - a little mermaid.
'............ who?'
The girl looked at me and mumbled vaguely.
'...... scary person ...... human being?'
"We are friends of Sonia the mermaid. We're here at her request.
............ of Sonia ......?
'It's terrible. He's tied up in chains ...... Maybe he was held by a nobleman?
The mermaid girl nodded.
'There was a ...... sailor in the boat, a nobleman, and a brave man with a sword ...... and those people ...... in this land...' ...looking for the holy sword. I was made to sing so that those people wouldn't be affected ...... by the 'curse'. Now they were tethered outside the ship, but ...... the fog came out, and they were startled, and the chains were loosened, so they ran ...... away.
All right. We'll take care of you. We'll take you to Sonia. Okay?
Thank you for ............, and thanks to you, ...... Shinjimasu ......
With that, the mermaid girl closed her eyes.
I picked her up from the water's edge. Lighter. Lighter than Sonia. She really is still like a child.
"............ we'll go join Aine and the others.
............ We'll have to leave this baby with you, won't we?
............ It's a little boy's priority, isn't it? It's the only way.
I have a meeting with Cecil and Rita, in a whisper.
As I do so, the 'elite trainees' approach me.
''Oh, who are you guys?''
...... 'The Delegate of the Heavenly Dragon'.
With my mask on, I replied, "It is also the link between all dragons.
It is also the link between all dragons. I was asked by the sea dragons to come and investigate this land. I heard that mermaids - sea creatures - were being persecuted.
...... persecution,
'It is a lie. The Marquis said that the mermaids have given this land to us, who are on a great mission.
...... That's what you're talking about.
What is that? That grand and noble lie.
That's a lie. The chains entwined with this mermaid girl are proof. She has escaped from that ship.
''Then the land has been 'cleansed for the mission of the true brave': ......
'It's a lie. The other trainees were affected by the 'curse' and went crazy. The princes must have escaped the 'curse' by themselves with the 'mermaid's song'.
............ Oh, oh.
Well, you can find out for yourself if it's true or not. Bye.
I tried to run with the mermaid on my back.
But...
Splash, splash, splash, splash!
I heard water and the sound of kicking on the beach.
I turned around and saw a small boat coming out of an offshore boat onto the beach.
A few soldiers, a swordsman, and a noble-looking man descend from it.
'Give us back the mermaids. And die.
The swordsman-like shadow said.
''That mermaid is the key item for me to get the Holy Sword. Give it back to me now. And all of you who have found it useless will die!
The soldiers formed up and attacked us and - the two "elite trainees" - in formation.