We arrived at Vettaunt, one of the five largest cities in Zebrudia, without any major deviations from our schedule.
It is a city no less than the Imperial Capital. The outer walls were thick and the city was hygienic, and the people passing by seemed somewhat refined in appearance.

I didn't know this, but Vettaunt is said to have a depot for the latest airships that only important people of the Empire are allowed to board.

Airships. It's literally a ship that flies in the sky. I don't know how it flies without treasure, but it seems to be a combination of technology and magic. Its form seems to be based on a flying ship treasure that was once discovered, and I am personally very interested in it.

But first, I had to take all possible precautions.

I bowed to Franz, who was relieved to have arrived at Vettaunt on time, and asked for some time.

I understand that it's not exactly theoretical for an escort to talk to a client like that, but this is for the protection of the Emperor.
If the airship falls, I'll manage to pick up the Emperor and fly away. Crus and the others will fly on their own anyway. They're mages. I'm sure Franz will try somehow. He's a Kingsguard.

The change in Franz-san's expression was obvious as I spoke about this in a rather vague manner.
For a moment he was dumbfounded, then he immediately blushed and raised his voice in denunciation. I just kept on bowing my head in response to the loud voice that made my head hurt. I'm not proud of it, but I'm very used to getting angry.

Mr. Franz showed no sign of relenting when I insisted that I needed more time to prepare without giving any particular reason. The one who intervened was the Emperor.

'Franz, that's all right. I can afford it. Murina is a little tired from her long journey.

'But, Your Majesty. It's dangerous to stay in one place. We don't know when the foxes will attack...'

I interrupted him.

'...... is better than being attacked in the sky.'

'Who from where! How can anyone attack an airship flying in the sky? Why didn't you prepare for it in the first place?

No, I've been attacked quite a bit. I know it's impossible, but if the enemy really can control dragons, then flying ships are like moving coffins.
Even if it doesn't go that far, there is a possibility that a mage who can use flying magic will attack you, or that a flying phantom will appear. The city is still better as long as you have your feet on the ground. That was my opinion, but I was about to add fuel to the fire, so I kept my mouth shut.

The Emperor gave a small snort and chided Franz.

'We've already beaten them off many times. If they know we're coming, they'll be more careful. The man must have his own ideas. It's more problematic to go out unprepared.

Apparently, for reasons unknown, the Emperor is on my side. Long live the accreditation level.
Mr. Franz glared at me as if he were looking for revenge for his parents. It seems that Mr. Franz is also a member of a prestigious noble family, but being a noble is not easy.

'............ You should be grateful for His Majesty's warmth. You have three days. You've got three days. I won't give you another day! Be at your best! Go!



Go!



I bowed to Crus and secured the charge.
It's an aside that she was angry with me for bowing so low. Apparently, she doesn't like that I'm too weak, even though she calls me a weakling.

This is my first time in V ttend. If I had the time, I would find a nice coffee shop or something, but I don't have time for that.
I left His Majesty's escort to Telm and rented out the largest of the several training grounds for hunters.

I've reserved it because flying carpets is very dangerous.
I'm weak, but I weigh a fair amount. If I am tossed around by the uncontrollable rampaging carpet and collide with someone, even if I am safe with my warding fingers, the person who is hit will be in trouble. In fact, the Dark Wings of the Night Sky, which have a similar speed, are killing hunters.

Even though it was not daytime, there was a somber atmosphere in the deserted training ground. The cold, dusty air made me braced.
The ground was bare of dirt, and a head fall would surely kill you. The walls seemed to be made of metal and sturdy, but my body would not be safe if I collided with them.

I stared at the carpet as I walked along, feeling like a hunter challenging a duel. At that moment, Chrysus, who was following behind me, shouted.

'Yoaningen, should I stay out?

'What? Why?

'Because ...... there are some tricks that even the Yeowaningen don't want to be seen,' he said. The practice scene is also a mass of information, you know.

Crus is a good boy,......, but it's okay. There's nothing to be embarrassed about that I can see. I'm not sure if I'm going to be able to do this, but I'm going to have to.
You may be seen in a pathetic position, but that's what practice is all about. Crucis points back with only his neck. There was a man in black, smiling suspiciously, 'Kekekekeke.

'I don't know why you're following me, but should I ask Kecak to leave, too?

'No, you're both welcome to stay. It's not the most interesting thing to watch,......, but it's dangerous and you should stay away from it. I'm a little serious today!

What?

When I'm serious, I'm serious. Breathe, stretch your arms and legs. The rambunctious rug has a relaxed look on its face.
I can't afford to be so relaxed right now. I've even ridden the Dark Wings of the Night Sky that killed that hunter. I'll die without warding.

The rambunctious carpet moves its right hand a bit, challenging me as if to say, "Come on. I clenched my fist tightly.

Could it be that this carpet ...... is more valuable than a mere "flying carpet" for its violence?


'Haaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa!


He lets out a roar that even he thinks is weak, and jumps on the carpet.
The moment my right hand grabbed the right corner of the carpet, the carpet flew up into the sky with great force, and I hit my head on the ceiling with great force and died.





'Yowaningen, what's the point of doing that? That carpet is defective, sir.

'No matter how much you practice, it's a waste of time, sir. What's the use of that carpet, sir?



'I'm the one who's being forced to charge the treasure! That's enough, sir! I mean, at least charge it yourself!

It's a good thing I'm not the only one. Why do you look so happy?

It's not like I'm wasting my magic power on something pointless. It's a good idea.

I'm going to rest now. I'm going to take a break.

'...... hahaha...... ugh......'

'............'


The rug was tough. You can find a lot more than just a few of these in the market.
He would go so far as to grab it, but no matter how many times he tried, he would be shaken off. Sometimes he doesn't get knocked down, but he gets stuck in the floor or wall. And you die.

Krus had been forced to charge his treasure for a long time, and he was nearing his limit. The reason why I am calm in such a situation is because Lucia used to be like this. Lucia wasn't this overt, though.
Don't worry, you won't die from overexhausting your magic power. If you're a spirit person, your magic power generation speed will be high.

I pushed Crus aside and looked at the carpet, which was completely unconcerned.

'd*mn, ......, you think I'm going to give up on you like this?

The carpet opened its arms wide, as if seeking a hug. I jumped into it and was knocked to the ground.

Because it's made of cloth, the force of a blow is weak, but this carpet ...... is stronger than me, if it isn't already. I rolled onto my back and looked up at the carpet, which had a luxurious pattern.

'I know. I know what you want, you want to give people a ride!

The carpet doesn't respond to my words, but puts its foot on my forehead for the first time in a long time.

I wonder if there has ever been a Level 8 who has gone through something like this. .......

But I'm sure I'm not that far off the mark. Because he's a flying carpet.
I'm weak. I'm not strong enough and I move too slow. If he really didn't want to be ridden, he couldn't even touch me when I jumped at him to grab him.

But in fact, he can touch it. He is able to grab it. This can only mean that the carpet is potentially seeking a rider.

Anyway, ...... is a mess. You'll be able to't train the treasure if the crus is down. I'm not going to practice without my warding fingers.


So, that leaves ----.
You look at Kecak Chakka, who is standing still in a corner of the training ground. Kecak Chakka didn't say a word, nor did he make a fuss like Crus did, but he was watching us closely.
My suspicious impression of him has not faded at all since our first encounter, but now I know that he is quite pleasant. I smiled and approached him.

'Keke......hihihi......'

'Hey ......, I have a favor to ask you.'

'Hihihi......hi?'

'I'm sorry, but if you don't mind, could you charge my ...... treasure?'

'Keke......keke......'

I can't ...... communicate with him. Didn't this guy speak a few words when we first met?

Kecak Chakka was just laughing suspiciously. It's strange that he's the emperor's bodyguard.

Maybe it's a special word? People from other countries?
Oh, I should have brought my translation wand. .......

As the name suggests, a translation wand is a wand that translates words. The official name of the treasure is "Round World".
It is a very rare and powerful treasure, but I did not bring it with me this time because it has no combat ability, it is very large and difficult to carry, and the official language of the Sand Country, our destination this time, is the same. If it had been a ring, I would have worn it all the time, but the world is not what it seems.

'uke kekeke......?

'uke,uhihi......'

'uke!

When you try to talk to them, they are surprised for some reason.
I can't take it anymore. Even Crus seems to be getting along with him. ...... Maybe Crus is more adaptable than I thought?
I don't know what to do. ......The sun is setting, but I don't feel like I can use the carpet. There are only two days left, so I would like to practice continuously if possible. .......

The door of the training ground opened noisily at that moment. I thought I had put up a sign saying it was for private use, but I turned my head and my eyes widened at the shadow that came in.





Entering was a strange group of people wearing white sheets. And they're not alone.
Kecak Chakka, who is always smiling, is not himself. It's only at times like this that the rug quickly hides behind my back.

The group of sheet ghosts came in one by one and lined up in front of me.
There were exactly five of them. Crus, who had been slumped on the ground, sees the group and has a terrible expression on his face, as if he's having a nightmare.
But I know. I can't reveal it because there are kecak chukkas here, but they are the people I rely on the most in the world.



'You've all ............ come to save me!


This is ...... going to work! I can't believe they followed me all the way here, how worried they are.
As the bandit ghost tried to jump to my side, the alchemy ghost with the big backpack grabbed my skin. I cowered and struggled to get in, and said to the huge shadow that was no match for all the other ghosts.



'Anse--big ghost, how did you get such big sheets?

'........................ Mm.'