When I went down to the second level, I found a lush forest.

"Yeah, why?
"Kurt told you. Kurt said the labyrinth is in another dimension.
That's what it is.

　It's not unusual for the surrounding scenery to change drastically when the layers change.

It's two layers, so it's probably like this. In the labyrinths I've conquered, or rather heard about, the entire field is magma.
You can't walk through that!
It's true. I've heard that the entire field is magma.

　...... I conquered it in a previous life.

　It's not particularly difficult.
　All you have to do is use magic to defend or change your body so that it can withstand high temperatures.

　The labyrinth was more troublesome than that, because if you were not careful, you would be sent to the interdimensional space.
　The enemies I encountered were weak, so I was easily distracted.
　Every time I was sent into a dimensional space, it was difficult to interfere with the time axis and return to the original place.

"Let's go through the second layer.
The deeper we go, the more difficult it gets, right?
Yes.

　To answer Lara's question.

Will I be okay?　The first layer was all I could do. ......
Don't worry. The way I see it, even if it's just the two of us, we should be able to get through the second level.

　I meant it.
　And from my point of view, the first and second levels are almost the same.
　We made our way through the forest, taking in the scenery around us.

"Gather in my hand, flame. Gather in my hand, flame. Become a spear, pierce and burn your enemies.

　The demon's club appears and Marise unleashes her magic.

　By the way, ...... basically left it to Lara and Marise to kill the demons.
　The theory of magic is important, but the actual practice is more important.
　I promised to teach them magic, you know.
　I think I should at least give them this.

"What's wrong, you two?　You look tired.
Ha, ha. ...... It's okay. I don't want to drag Kurt down.
I'm still going!

　But you're both breathing on my shoulder.
　You're walking around and consuming magic power.
　It's no wonder they're like this.

Let's take a break around here.
"You're in a labyrinth, aren't you?

　Marise's eyes widen.

"Is that weird?
Strange or not, it's hard to stay calm when you're expecting a demon to attack at any moment. ......
It's not unusual to take a break in the labyrinth. It's not uncommon to take a break in the labyrinth, and it can take days to conquer it. And don't worry about the demons.

　Stepping out into the open, I cast the Holiness Circle warding spell.

"I've just set up a circle here. If it's weak, it won't be able to find us.
You're using magic as hard as breathing.
I've heard that warding magic can be quite difficult.

　Lara and Marise were surprised, but they didn't care, because it was too late to know that the magic technology of this world was low.

　I sat down on the ground.

I sit down on the ground.

　Lara and Marise also sat down in a circle.

I'm sure you'll be happy to know that I'm not the only one who has a problem with this.

　Marise's face darkened.

It's true. I'm sure you'll be happy to hear that.
I'm not sure why there's such a difference between our magic and Kurt's.　It's the same Fire Spear. ......

　They both seemed to be wondering.

"You two will be able to hunt lizardmen like that in no time. There's no need to panic.
I'm sorry, but I just don't see it. How can I cast a spell like Kurt's?

　Marise dropped to her knees and closed in on me.
　I picture the two of them casting a spell.

"Hmmm, well, why don't you ...... stop the embarrassing chanting?
"Stop chanting ......?　"Stop chanting ?
Yeah. Once you get used to it, it's easier.
That's only for Kurt!

　I'm not sure what to make of that.
　You'll be able to get a lot more than that.



　How can that be.

"No chanting isn't that hard. Besides, with chanting magic, the magic power is fixed and it's just not as powerful.

　Chanting magic is a method in which a magic formula is automatically formed after chanting.
　This method was commonly used before the magic revolution.

　However, since the formula is automatically formed, it is not always easy to apply.
　In addition, you have to say the chanting rules every time, which slows down the development speed. ...... It is difficult to improve the magic formula in the first place, so the limit will come soon.
　No matter how good Lara and Marise are, if they continue like this, they will soon reach their limit.

What do you two hear about no-chant magic?
I've heard that if you don't chant, your magic formula is built so incompletely that it's useless.
I've also heard that without chanting you can only cast a tenth of your usual magic power.
What the hell is that?

　Totally .......
　Why is it that the magic revolution is considered to be non-existent?

　It's like classical magic.
　In my world, it would be laughed at.

"But how can you use no-chant magic?
"Yes. You have to realize that your common sense is not our common sense.
With Lara and Marise now, they'll be able to use no-casting magic in no time. Right, Lara.
"Huh?

　I stood Lara up and took her hand from behind.

"K-K-K-Kurt!　What are you going to do?
It's tricky!
...... What the hell is wrong with you? Listen. I'm going to help you gather some magic power in your hands.
Let's see, like this?

　I could feel the magic gathering in Lara's hands.

Yes. What does it feel like now?
My ...... hands are getting warm. And my heart is pounding.
Okay, that's good. Maybe your heart rate's up.
Maybe, but I think it's because Kurt's holding my hand. ......

　Why is my heart rate going up just because I'm grabbing his hand?

"Try to piece together the magic formula for Fire Spear in your head.
Yeah. ...... Is that good enough?
Good enough. Keep your eyes open.
Oh!

　Lara's surprised.
　A spear of flame shot out of her hand and landed on the ground.

Oh, now!　I didn't even cast a spell and the fire spear just flew out!
That's right. That's chantless magic.
The magic power just poofed up and shot out of my hand!

　It's a rather abstract expression, but after a few times, you'll get a feel for no-chant magic.
　Once you do, the rest will be quick.

"Kurt!　Me too!
"Yes, yes.

　Marise did the same, and took his hand from behind.

I've never held hands with a man before .......

　I don't know why.


　--About an hour later.
　I taught them both no-chant magic.


　The result.

"Yah!
Ha!

　They both shouted at the same time.
　Of course, I didn't say anything useless about chanting rules.
　Then small spears of flame shot out of Lara and Marise's hands.

"Yes!　It's the first time I've done it without Kurt's help!
But ...... isn't chanting magic stronger than this?

　It is true that the fire spears fired by both of them were more powerful and accurate than before, but they seemed weaker.
　But .

"That's because you're not used to it yet. After a few times of practice, you'll soon be stronger with no-chant magic.
How soon?

　Lara asked, and I thought for a moment.

"About three days.
"Three days!　That fast!
Oh. Yeah, that's a long estimate.



　Lara and Marise's eyes sparkled at my words.

　Hmm.
　I'm glad the two of you have realized the inefficiency of chanting, at least for a start.

So let's get going. There doesn't seem to be anything new on the second level, so the third level is next.
Yes!
Yes!

　We lifted the wards and headed for the third level.