Five days had passed since they took Zeno and Corina and attacked the volcano hierarchy. And when the four of them broke through with a bit of a struggle against the Borseyeer on the sixty-fiveth level, they returned to the Clan House, they received a report from the nobleman's messenger that Melcho would be returning late in about two more days.


''Then he'll be off for two days from tomorrow. After that, let's take Melcho-san to the seventy levels!
Yes, sir.
Well, goodbye!


　After Diniel's distracted reply, the PT broke up and Xeno went back to the house with his wife. Their steps were light despite being tired from exploring the dungeon.

　And two days later, Melcho returned as planned, so the five of them immediately began their search from the sixty-one level.

　The heat protection was granted to all of them by Korina's skill, the blessing of the God of Adventure, so the environment that made them sweat just by walking on the volcano hierarchy was reduced. By the way, only Xeno is glowing with his own Ember Aura.


''It seems to be an outlier. We'll turn back and head west.''
I understand.


　Diniel, who searched for the enemy with an eagle eye that can shoot arrows and shift his vision to it, had been trying to understand the characteristics of the terrain to find the Black Gate early. But since he is still less experienced in searching than the beaches and ravines, he wasn't able to find the Black Gate that quickly.

　So basically, he updated one level a day. If we were lucky, the search progressed at the rate of two level updates. And on the fourth day, he reached the sixty-fifth level, and the symbol of that level, the Borseyeer, came into view.

　It had already been a month since the Infinite Circle broke through the Mount Golem, and during that time, hundreds of Borseiers had been hunted for the Burning Rock Robe that Tsutomu was equipped with. Efficient hunting methods were being explored in the major clans, and the battle methods were becoming more and more established through the consideration of reporters and labyrinth maniacs, so after a little while, the mid-level clans that had broken through the fire dragon were also able to participate in the hunt.

　As everyone from the mid-level clans that had broken through the fire dragon to the guild staff had joined together to hunt the Borseyeur, some of the Burning Rock Robe had already been dropped and circulated in the market.

　However, since the treasure chests dropped by the Borseyeur could yield other items, the Burning Rock Robe was currently trading at a very high price. However, just the other day, the golden probe that had prepared the Burning Rock Robe on its own had been able to capture the seventy levels thanks to it, and the guild had broken through at almost the same time.

　The Red Demon Guild is currently in the process of trying out the attacker, Alma, who is also fully back with her black staff, and the clan leader, Weiss, who is trying out the combination of being an attacker and a tank. Perhaps the Red Demon Clan will be able to break through the Mounted Golem in another month or so.

　The slime on the surface of his body was also countered by the black mages and mages' tools, and with most of his actions laid bare, Borsayer is now only treated as a golden fish.


''Good night,''


　Diniel fired an arrow into the face of such a poor Borseyeer. And when it landed, the dying Borsayer turned into particles and dissipated. There were no treasure chest drops, but since we didn't particularly need them this time, we collected only the colorless Great Magic Stone and immediately proceeded to the sixty-sixth level.

　After that, he continued to update at a steady pace of one level of progress per day and was able to reach the sixty-one to sixty-nine levels in about two weeks, with two days off per week.

　And when Daryl reported this to Tsutomu at the Clan House that night, he nodded in satisfaction.


''Great, but I didn't expect you to be able to update nearly thirty levels in a month. That's fast.''
'Thanks to Mr. Diniel. The man's spying on us has allowed us to find the Black Gate early.
'I see. How about the seventy levels?　Is it going to work?
I'm afraid it's not going to be easy.


　Daryl wasn't too keen on the idea, but he honestly reported that to Tsutomu. It's not that I'm underestimating the PT members. I think Xeno is an excellent tank, even if he is too intoxicated with himself to get around, but even so, he is an excellent tank. Corina is also an excellent healer from a tank's point of view, as she's been using a lot of healing light to replace the medic lately.

　I just didn't think I could get through the Mounted Golem the first time. If he could take on the challenge several times, he was confident that Daryl could break through as well, but this time, it was not a normal search, but a request from Melcho. Then Daryl decided it was better to do his best.


'Yeah. Then Hannah and I will come in instead. That shouldn't be a problem.
Yes. Please.
..........


　To be honest, Daryl also wanted to continue to take on the Mounted Golem. This time, instead of being supported by everyone around him, he would be the pillar of the PT. Daryl really wanted to break through the Mount Golem without relying on Tsutomu and Hannah.

　However, since this was a request from Melcho, there was no room for personal feelings. So Daryl hid his frustration and bowed to Tsutomu.

　But even if you think you are hiding it, you can see the expression of regret on Daryl's face. Tsutomu looked at the face of Daryl and after a moment of thought, he said.


''Shall I ask Melcho-san once?　Can I try the 70th level with that PT?
"...what?　Why?
No, because Daryl didn't want to be a part of it. When I said Hannah and I were coming in.
No, it's not!　I don't look like that!
''Well, it's a good opportunity, and we won't know unless we ask Melcho-san about it in the first place. If you get permission, it would be good to challenge it with that PT.


　Tsutomu said this without any particular thought and moved to the dining table to eat his dinner. Daryl put on a blue face and tried to persuade Tsutomu to follow him, but he only managed to be politely distracted.


　--Oooh--


I'm good.
What?


　The next morning. Tsutomu followed the requesting group and asked Melcho for a favor, and he agreed with two replies. I'm sure you'll be surprised at the simple answer.


I thought it would take me two months to get to the 80th level. I'm good for a week or so.
'I see. So how about if we fail twice, Hannah and I will join in and break through for you?　Oh, and you can reduce the request fee for each failure.
Okay. I don't mind.
Thank you. Then please do so. Well, good luck with that, all four of you.
Yes....


　Daryl's head couldn't keep up with the conversation that was going on at a thumping pace, and Daryl gave a live reply. And Diniel sighed when he saw Tsutomu leave so quickly, and Xeno was overjoyed. Corina was fuming just as much as Daryl was.


'Mr. Melcho!　Are you sure?　There's a chance you could fail!
That's fine. I'm just guessing, but you don't want to rely on Tsutomu, do you?


　Melcho noticed that Daryl's mood was beginning to change as they approached the seventy levels, and he was sure of that to some extent from the earlier exchange. When confronted with the words that came to the core of the matter, Daryl's expression froze and became sluggish.


''Well no, that's not it. But it's none of Melcho-san's business, is it?
"Don't be so modest, young man. It's all right because I said so.
I'm sorry.
Oh, you don't have to apologize.


　Melcho smiled and touched his white beard, smiling. Then Daryl lifted his head, which had been lowered as if he was having second thoughts.


''Well thank you!　I'll make it over in one go!
"Ho-ho-ho. That's the spirit. I'm counting on you.
Yes!


　Daryl responded cheerfully to Melcho and clenched his fists with motivated eyes. I grabbed this opportunity given to Tsutomu and Melcho and put more force into my clenched fist.


Hmph. Don't get too carried away, please. I'm sure you'll be able to find out more about the Mount Golem attack, my wife is already investigating it. I'll be able to help you.
'Wow, I'll try my best!
'Yes!　Let's go for it!


　Daryl replied to their words with a twinkle in his eye. Only Diniel, who was looking at the divine table behind them, didn't say anything in particular.