We were to return as we were. The scouting of the demons was over, and we were able to check the density of twilight to some extent.

''But even so, Shelly has gotten really strong, hasn't she?
Is that so?
'Yes. I'm sure Gil would agree, wouldn't you?
'Oh. That's exactly what it reminds me of, the Bell one.
...I see.

　Yes. The current Shelly is somewhat reminiscent of Belle-san. It's probably not just because of the same magic sword that she uses.

　It's because the experience he's cultivated until now, that skill he's been taught, must be ingrained in Sherry.

　Hearing those words, Shelly's expression didn't falter. Maybe she had already gotten over her sadness. No ... it's certainly engraved in our hearts.

　

　Sherry once again squeezes the magic sword that is stabbed into her waist and proceeds to lead the way.

　Me and Gil-san also follow along with her, and we continue our steps.

　It's getting close to night now, which means that it's a world where twilight and the darkness of night are half mixed together. At night, the demons are not bathed in the light of twilight.

　Clearly, that reasoning wouldn't work once they reached level 5 of the Dusk Danger Area.

　We need to keep our guard up and fight the demons.

　But while we were returning, we didn't see a single demon.

''........Did someone see you just now?''

　Looking back from the spot. A look. He felt like he felt it for sure.

　For a moment, really. Just for a moment, it was as if there was the gaze of someone who wasn't a demon.......

''No. I didn't feel it, though. What about Shelly?
Me neither.
My mistake....
Well, not necessarily. You should put it in the report, just in case.
I understand.

　With that said, I stepped forward.

　In this twilight danger zone, anything could happen. That's exactly what could happen, to the point where it wouldn't be surprising if a demon was waiting for me.

　I suddenly look up at the sky.

　Before I knew it, it was night. The purple-black light of twilight has completely disappeared and darkness dominates this world.

　There was some discussion about whether we should take a break on the way, but we decided to continue on as we were almost to reach the base.

"....nothing in particular, huh?

　He muttered to himself in a blur.

　The gaze I had just given him could only be felt for that moment. From that point on, it was possible to proceed in blissful peace.

　There was no contact with demons, just peace.

　But we hadn't realized it yet. A new battle is just around the corner....