"You saved me, Grimm."
『Don't worry.』 If it weren't for Seto, Ray wouldn't be able to fully demonstrate his abilities, right? Then Seto should be necessary when he comes to this world.
"Guru".

　Grimm responds to Ray's words, and Seto, who has come from the earth to the grassland world by Grimm's ability, cries happily.
　You must have been so happy to be able to come back to this world with Ray.

"That's right. In my case, I'm a complete guy only when I have Seto. ...Is it a little different? Is it correct that you can show your true colors?"
『Foohoohooh! Well, I know the situation well. The existence created by magic will become an important partner of the person who created it.'

　Grimm's words were very persuasive because he knew about the magic that the Zepiles actually produced.
　Ray knows that Grimm yearns for Zepile, so now he nods and changes the subject without saying anything more.

"Come to think of it, what happened to the Dragonius case? Did you find out what it was?"
『Unfortunately, I don't understand much.』 Especially, it hurts that the scales that I was most concerned about deteriorate rapidly."
"...is that true?"

　The words that came out of Grimm's mouth were probably completely unexpected to Ray, too.
　With a surprised expression on his face, he asks Grimm.
　But Grimm nods to Ray's words.

『Well, the scales will deteriorate in a few hours.』 ...is it going to happen over time since I died, or is it because I came to our world? I don't know what's going on.'

　Ray is troubled by Grimm's words.
　If that happens over time, you don't have to worry about scale degradation if you put it in a mistilling for now.
　But will the scales of Dragonius' body, which he handed over to Dusker, deteriorate?
　The only lucky thing for Ray is that if Dragonius' scales deteriorate so quickly, he doesn't have to worry about the development of fire-resistant protective gear and magic items.
　Of course, it's not just about Ray's interests.
　Flames are often used by monsters and humans as long as they are effective as a means of attack.
　Therefore, if the scales of Dragonius provide a means against them, Gilm's adventurers and soldiers need not worry too much about the wounds of the flames in the battles that may arise.

"You don't have to worry too much about that."

　When Ray says what he thinks, Grimm replies so.
　Ray doesn't know what that word really means.
　I don't know, but if I think about the current situation, I'll try to understand it first.

"Come to think of it, yesterday was the same day, so I was able to come back here safely, but this time I'm not going to come back for about 15 days. Is there any way to find this hole that is hidden?"
『Well, that's not it.』 If so, you can use a pair of oves. With it, I can sense that Ray and Seto are back.'
"Oh, I see,"

　If you think about it, it was a very simple thing.
　While thinking so, we will check if we can use a pair of oves in this world.
　Magic items such as misty rings, twilight spears, and death sizes were available, so if you think about them normally, you can use them.
　But Ray still knows little about this world.
　If that's the case, it's not strange that only the pair of oves can be used.
　However, after using it, Ray can use it normally, so he tells Grimm that he will use the pair of obes when he returns to the other world, not just in 15 days, and straddles Seto's back.

"Then don't go. ...Come to think of it, I'm supposed to fix this hole with a magic item that I happened to get, so if you have a magic item that looks like that, I'd appreciate it if you could prepare it."
"Don't tell me at this time, at this time."

　Grimm seemed a little dumbfounded, but he nodded with an atmosphere that he couldn't help it the next moment.

"First of all, I'll prepare a magic item that looks like that, so I'll give it to you when I get rid of Dragonius and come back to this world."
"I'm sorry."
『Because you received Dragonius' corpse.』 But if you are grateful, I want you to prepare the body of Dragonius except for the red scales next time."
"No, but... maybe it can't be used as a material, can it?"
『I don't care.』If you know you have such a nature, there is no way to deal with it.』

　When I think of Grimm, who confidently tells me, I think that's what Ray is like.
　In fact, I thought Grimm could do something like that.

"Okay. It's a bit difficult, but I'll prepare as much as I can."

　What Ray is trying to do is to burn down Dragonius' main force in a fire whirlwind.
　Of course, if you do that, you will be burned to death, not to mention the red-scaled dragonius, which has a strong aptitude for flame.
　...but the possibility remains that Dragonius' corpse, other than the red scales, will be available if he is lucky enough not to come into contact with the moving fire whirlwind.
　In addition to Grimm's request, Ray wanted to secure as much as possible, as there is a high possibility that Dragonius' body could be used for something.

"Well, I asked for it."

　After a brief exchange of words, Ray asks Seto to fly away.
　Grimm, who was watching Ray and Seto, nodded a little and hid the hole and returned to Ergen.





"Oh, I see. It's over there."

　On Seto's back, Ray is relieved to see a settlement on earth.
　There was a possibility that Dragonius might not come again yesterday or today... but the reason Ray was relieved was because he arrived safely in the village.
　Without looking lost, Seto arrived straight at the Centaur settlement.

"Guru-ru- "Squealing".

　Seto grunts proudly at Ray's muttering.
　If you think about it normally, it's not like you're so proud of it, but both Ray and Seto are aware that they have a slight sense of direction.
　That's why Seto was delighted to have arrived in the village so skillfully.

"Thank you. I arrived safely thanks to Seto."

　Say so and stroke Seto's neck in front of you.
　Proud of Ray's actions, Seto descends towards the village, flapping his wings.
　...I guess it's because of Ergen's peculiarity that he went out of the village instead of going down suddenly.
　However, many Centaurs in the village were surprised by the appearance of Seto.
　There was nothing surprising about Ray and Seto, who helped the village yesterday, but for those who didn't recognize Ray and Seto, it's only natural that someone suddenly descended from the sky.
　It was impossible not to be wary, especially considering that there is now a battle with Dragonius.
　Nevertheless, if I had been told by a good-eyed companion that it was Ray and Seto, more people would have been pleased with their return.
　Descending from the back of Seto, who landed on the ground, Ray heads with Seto to the settlement of Centaur.
　Naturally, there were many people in the village who heard of the uproar.
　With Dragonius' attack yesterday, this response is only natural.
　And among those who gather, there are acquaintances to Ray.
　Zai is one of the strongest among the Centaurs, and is in a position to lead the warriors.
　Drat, the son of the patriarch Drum, is one of the strongest.
　However, even though his ability is about the same as that of Zai, Dorat is one step behind in terms of popularity.

Ray.

　Zai and Dorat, Ray's name comes out of their mouths.
　However, even if I called Ray's name, the emotions contained in it were the opposite.Zai looks happy at Ray, and Dorat has a strong bitterness.
　If you look at them, you don't have to think about how they feel toward Ray.
　However, unlike when Ray first came to this village, today's Drats are not thinking of doing anything about Ray.
　It's true that Ray beat off Dragonius with his ability, and above all, he was shown the difference in ability at that time.
　I don't like Ray's presence, but I will tolerate it if it is beneficial to the community.
　That was Dorat's decision.

"Did you keep me waiting? I think I was on time yesterday".
"Well, it's on time. Just... there's a problem here."
"Is it a problem?"
"Yes, many people insist on accompanying them."
"...that's surprising."

　Zai's words come as nothing but surprise to Ray.
　To be honest, this case of raiding and annihilating Dragonia's main force involves considerable risk.
　Can the fire whirlwind really kill Dragonius?
　Also, if you can kill a dragon with red scales, you can't kill it with magic, so you'll kill it with something other than magic.
　And Centaur is strong enough to be called the champion of the meadows, but Dragonius is still stronger in terms of individual qualities.
　Why do you want to go with Ray in such a situation?

"This is just our problem. Pride can't allow us to just shut up and do nothing to get rid of the cause."

　I see.
　Come to think of it, Ray remembers that Centaur was that kind of race.
　Since we've just met, I can't say I understand all of it.
　Still, considering the current situation, it was not difficult to understand the characteristics of the Centaurs.
　Also, if the Centaurs have the ability to drag Ray down, Ray can refuse.
　However, Ray also sees Centaur as superior to Dragonius in terms of speed and lightness.
　In that respect, it is possible to draw the opponent's attention and become a decoy, even though it is not possible to win.
　Above all, Dragonius is starving.
　A centaur-like filling presence in front of you will attack you with hunger.
　Compared to Centaurs, Ray eats small and little.
　Of course, if Ray attacked me like that, the Dragonians would fight back.

"I understand what you're saying, but we can't empty the fighting power of this village, can we?"

　Aside from yesterday's Dragonius, while Ray is heading towards the main force, another Dragonius may come.
　In that case, all living people in this village could have been eaten to death without the bodyguard.
　I guess Zai knows that. He nods back as if he understands Ray's words.

"That's right. That's why we've decided who we're going to send. That's where Ray came in..."
"How on earth do you decide.
"It's just by strength."

　When Ray asked for more information, he apparently had a kind of small martial arts association.
　The top member of the martial arts association will go with Ray.
　...and it seems that both Zai and Dorat are winning at the moment.

(I didn't think Drat was participating, let alone Zai.)

　Ray knows he's hated by Dorat, too.
　Therefore, it was completely unexpected that Dorat participated in the martial arts association that determined the members to travel with.
　There's no doubt that Dorat hates Ray, but in this case the story is different.
　It's unacceptable for Dorat to leave all of Ray's actions of defeating Dragonius just because he hates Ray.
　...though, given his character, he never told Ray that.

"I understand what you're talking about. First of all, decide who you want to go with. But if there are too many people, Dragonians might find you while you're on the move, so I'd like to ask for a smaller number of people."

　With Ray's words, the ratio of those who can go with him will increase even more...Those who participated in the martial arts association were enthusiastic.