Thus, the Wild Hunters stepped into the grounds of the former magic plant site under the command of Alphasul.

　The fence surrounding the site and the entrance to the building have already been opened by the Dragon Nest, who entered the site first - or perhaps Alphasul and the others, who had arrived before them, had left it unlocked.

This guy is terrible. It's pretty rough.

　Ivaldi blurts out.

'The facility was only recently shut down, right?　Because it's a wreck from the ceiling to the floor, like this.
'Bounty hunters have stepped in to defeat the demons and fought many battles. That should be reason enough.

　As Gandalf calmly replied, the damage to the building's interior seemed to be from the aftermath of the battle, rather than the ruin of the building's interior due to the passage of time.

''This is what it looks like as soon as we walked through the main entrance? Apparently they were fighting fiercely even before we stepped in. So we're completely late to the party: ......
It's you, ......, and don't be so sorry to hear that.

　Ail spilled some disgusted words to Hyannichime, who smelled like a battle enthusiast (battle maniac).

　I'm sure you'll be able to find a great deal more information on this topic.

The first thing that comes to mind is the fact that the facility is indeed too large, although I would like to continue exploring it with the seven of us. I'd like to split up into two groups for now, on the assumption that even if we find the Lord (Nushi), we won't touch him until he joins us. ...... What do you think?

　Looking at the diagram posted, the magic plant is indeed vast.

　If we toured every nook and cranny, we might lose the sun.

　I'm sure the members agreed to split up into two groups to explore, but suddenly an uneasy feeling crossed their minds.

　...... Which combination will be used to divide the group up?

　I can only assume that Eir and the Ssangyun Il-woman would want to be accompanied by Alphasul.

　But, if you're not, you'll be able to get a better idea of what you're doing.

　It's a good idea to get a good idea of what to do, and if it's not a good idea, then I'm not sure if I'll be able to convince you. ......

I don't know if it's a good idea. I asked you to take care of Alfazul.
I don't need to be told. You're the one who shouldn't screw up out of your reach.

　The first thing you need to do is to make sure that you have the right information. ......

　It's a good thing that you're a bounty hunter with at least five years of experience in the field.

　In a situation where even an engagement with a powerful demon was expected, there was no such thing as a private affair of sycophancy to be prioritized.

　The fact that I had a rude concern in my heart, I decided to keep it to myself and wait for the results without talking about the division of the team for now.

...... That's it. Then we'll split up into west and east to explore and meet up at the entrance hall at the designated time. If you find something, don't pursue it too deeply. If it's urgent, use the emergency communication channel as an example to notify me.

　The first group was Alfazul, Hyannisaille and Fraxinus.

　The second group consisted of Gandalf, Evaldi, Eir and me.

　Since I was an outsider, I had no choice but to accept the fact that this was an even distribution.

　To be honest, I'm tempted to have a heart-to-heart talk with Alfazul.

　But when you ignore the flow of this scene (or scenes) and take a forceful action, the result may not be the desired one.

　I couldn't argue with someone who said I was being too cautious, but it was also true that I couldn't bring myself to force myself to do so.

'Follow me. We'll make this quick.

　Under Gandalf's command, we searched the inside of the ruined building.

　I saw several traces of demons inhabiting the building and the wreckage where the battle had been fought, but I couldn't find any of the important demons.

　Did the bounty hunter battles that they have raided so far reduce their numbers, or is this area far from the nest(s) hole(s)?

　The four of us were walking cautiously down the dimly lit corridor, exchanging opinions about this or that, when Eir suddenly stopped and his expression tightened.

'Wait. There's someone in the back.''
A demon?　If it's a small fry, we'll crush it, but if it's the Lord (Nushi), we'll meet up with the Nameless.
...... No, I don't think he's a demon. Wait a minute.

　A translucent sphere of magic appeared on the hand that Eil held out in front of his chest.

　After staring at it for a few seconds, Eil released the magic with some relief.

'Two humans and an elf. They weren't the Dragon Nesters either. I think it was the other team Alphasul mentioned.
"These people aren't exactly friendly. I'll be very discreet.

　Gandalf instructed me to approach the room, killing the signs and footsteps.

　A room facing the corridor.
　Three figures are exchanging words in that room, which is filled with devices that I can't understand.

...... What is it with them?

　Gandalf's profile as he peered into the room, a blatant look of confusion appeared on his face.

　It was a reaction to the ...... such an appearance, as the heightened vigilance struck out in grand fashion, and the sight before him drained the poisonous air out of him.

　Two humans and one elf.

　All of them are young women, happily conversing in an attitude that doesn't have the slightest hint of malice - if I may express it in a word, they seem to be enjoying the chatter.

　However, even though they are chatting, the content of their conversation is quite advanced and specialized, and they are enjoying analyzing the equipment in the room.

"I didn't think those guys could be ...... or even ......, but it's still ...... no matter how you look at it,
...... What's up, you know him?

　Gandalf overheard his unintentional murmur and confessed in contemplation.

''Um, yes. I probably know them well. Maybe, but one of them knows Ivaldi well, too.
What?

　Ivaldi, who had been wary of his surroundings, bursts into the room, shouting loudly.

　The women who turned around in surprise are the ones I know well.
　The ones who could have been drawn into this world as collateral damage from me, just like Erica.

　They were Alexia, Noir, and Hild.