And so our Martial Arts Festival came to a tumultuous end.

I gained some things and lost others. And as usual, I was left to my own devices from start to finish.

There was a pact to eradicate the foxes led by Zebuldia, there was action from those who had been watching us at the event, Gark-san and the others were in high spirits, and the world was in an uproar, but it was none of my business.

The only thing that they and I agree on is the death of criminal organizations. If the evil people disappear from the world, I can live a little more peacefully without being misunderstood or being called a thunder god.

As I was preparing to leave the cleat, Luke, who was boredly polishing his wooden sword on his chair, suddenly spoke up.

'But hey, Cry. I'm sure you've got a lot to gain from this, don't you?

'............ Yes?

No, no, no, I didn't get anything at all. It's true that he was lazy, but I wouldn't call it a gain, and at the end of the day, he really got screwed over.
It was Luke, not me, who snatched Krach's wand.

But the world is so big that there are people who are taken in by Luke's tricks.

Perhaps sensing my dismay, Luke straightened his posture and said.

'You know, I was also looking forward to participating in the Martial Arts Festival and slaying the strong ones. To participate in the Martial Emperor's Festival only to fight a powerful fox like that, that's not the same thing. I wanted to fight and be struck by lightning too...''

I don't understand the first half of the story. There are people in the world who want to be struck by lightning, I wonder.

'Yeah, hunting criminals was fun too. But that was just an appetizer. If the main dish you were expecting to be served is taken away, even I, a man of few words who aims to be a good-looking swordsman, can complain. Listen, Cry. I want to slay the strong ones!

Luke says with a serious expression and a lot of emotion.

I'm not sure what to make of it. I'm not sure if it's a good idea, but it's a good idea. I don't know what happened to Sitri, but he was wearing a piece! But where's my enemy? Slashing away at falling debris is boring! Cry, my enemy! You can slay it, my enemy! My enemy! I don't want to be discriminated against!

Luke starts stomping his feet and shouting like a child.

He's a good-looking swordsman who doesn't talk much. ............?

It seems that you have a lot of resentment ........

And then Liz walks in with a dumbfounded look on her face.

'Luke, you know, you slashed at the last warrior emperor and he ran away.

'That guy's a coward! He said he wouldn't fight outside of a match because it would destroy the building. If it were me, I'd be happy to fight him!

That's why he can't become a sword saint even though he's the best with a sword. ...... Apparently, a certain amount of mental training is required to become a sword saint.

'Yes, yes, Luke. Cry-chan is in trouble, so let's go over there. ......'

A rebuking voice. Luke's hand is grabbed from behind, and he raises his voice.

'Aah! Lizzie, you're in the same position as me, aren't you?

'Hmm ............, I would have done it if Luke hadn't been so pushy, but you can't win if you play alongside Luke... ...'

Liz said with an exquisite expression of indigestion. It seems that Liz is still embarrassed.

But Liz also wants an enemy. ............ This is ...... the top hunter! It's a good idea to have Zuri teach you some common sense.

This is a great way to make sure that you are getting the most out of your investment.

'But, Crye! I'm not convinced, either! You'll have to make it up to me!

'Yeah, ............'.

It seems that I've made a debt to you,......, what should I do?

I'm not sure what to do.

This is a great way to make sure that you get the most out of your time and money. I was forced to miss my certification exam and then suddenly they made me stop that thing!

'.................. You can have Kulahi's staff.'

I don't want it! I don't want it!

But what the hell did I do? ...... It's all the foxes that are at fault. It's the foxes of the crime syndicate. Isn't it me who needs to make it up to you?

'Me too! Me too! I'll have you make it up to me! After Kyrkil-chan was taken from me, I didn't get the organization that I was supposed to get! Aup.

'Sito was in a good mood, wasn't he?

Sitri, who starts to take advantage of the situation, is violently blown away by Lucia's wind magic and falls down. It's a bit of a joke, even for two childhood friends.

Sitri......, you were giving everyone a piece of your mind. I'm not sure what I'm doing and how much money I've made.

I swallowed my various thoughts and called out to Anthem, who was sitting beside me.


'Is Ansem the only one on my side ......, even though he won't stop Citrie or Lizzie?'

'...... Mmm.



It's not um, it's ...................









'Well, but if you think about it, it's just the beginning. Because, Mr. Kry, you've gone toe to toe with the world's largest criminal organization!

'Will there be many enemies?

'I'm sure they'll come!

I deliberately ignore the conversation between Luke and Sitri and head for the exit of the city.

There are too many people in this world who buy fights they haven't sold. It's not too late for the Ghosts of Sorrows, who have been making enemies with one or two more of their own,............, but this time it's going to be bad, isn't it?

I'm not sure what to make of it, but I'm sure it's a good idea. I'm a lousy hunter who can't even detect a sign. It's a burden to keep on the lookout for attacks from things that may or may not be there, even when you're comfortable.
If it's as powerful as the foxes in the illusion, you can get some indication of it. .......


It's a great way to make sure you're getting the most out of your time here.


In the moment that I thought of this, I suddenly spotted a familiar face in the crowd on the main street, and I involuntarily held my head.

The fox that was walking along the edge of the street as if swept away by the crowd was not a bad fox, but a fox mask enthusiast, "Sora".
Her attire had changed from the sacred white vestments to something that would not look out of place among the people of the city, and her long hair was hidden in a hat, but there was no mistaking her.



In a way, I may be the only person who directly caused trouble among the people I was involved with this time.

If you're wondering if it was purely my fault, I'd say that Sora mistook me for the leader and tried to pass it off as a problem, but at least it was my fault that I had to fry the oil.

I was tempted to just ignore her and leave the city, but that would have been unreasonable.
I should at least check the end result, since I had made Citri prepare the kitchen. Even if not, I should at least say hello.

Unsure of what to say, I raise my hand with a smile.

'Sola, how are you doing?

Sola shivered and looked at me. I wondered what was wrong with her, her eyes widened and her mouth tightened.

Then, Sora took a deep breath, looked around and approached me, and held up a finger to her mouth.

'Shh, boss--no, Mr. ...... Cry. I'm not Sora anymore.'

'Eh! ............ What's going on?'

I rolled my eyes at the unexpected words. Sola replied in a whisper.

'............ I don't know what's going on in detail either, but I was cut off. It seems that there was a claim of responsibility for the incident, and a civil war broke out--the bosses are fighting each other, and it's a mess! It's a mess! Even if it stops, the organization won't be back to normal. The whole area, including Zebrudia, is now a blank zone. There's no way to contact headquarters. We don't even know who are our allies and who are our enemies. I've also been fired from my ...... job as a priestess.''

'Oh ...... oh ............?'

I don't know what's going on, but it looks like they're in trouble.
They're probably still pretty quiet, but anything with the name 'fox' in it is a bad idea.

'Gaff also gathered as many acquaintances as he could before the lines of communication were cut off, but being completely cut off from the organization is the worst pattern imaginable, and there's nothing we can do about it. I mean, there's nothing I can do about it. Even Gaff is completely helpless. What should we do?

Sora says with a face that looks like she's about to burst into tears.

What should I do?

I frowned and remained silent for a while, but when Sora's expression did not change, I had no choice but to sigh.



I'm not sure what to make of this, but if you've been cut off and have nothing better to do, why don't you go back to your plan and make and sell Inari Sushi Bento? It's much better than the organizations that would fire you like that. ............ Maybe.'


You can charm even the illusion of a super high level treasure house. You never know what will happen in life. I'm sure it will sell well.

Sora froze, her expression on the verge of tears. I grabbed Sitri's arm and held it out to him, who was waiting quietly but somewhat itching to talk.


Here, I'll lend you my citrine,......, and you can have it back when you're done using it.



Finally, I would like to add one piece of advice. You won't be coming to this town anymore, so this is a parting gift.



'Oh, and don't put fox in the name of the store. Unless you want to get in trouble.'