'Tsutomu!　After breakfast, let's go to the dungeon!
I've got plans for today. And Amy has to pick up a package.
Moo.


　The next morning. Tsutomu looks away from a puffy-faced Amy and looks at the three company newspapers, stretching himself absent-mindedly. Amy is grumbling to herself, while Hannah, sitting on the sofa next to her, is smiling at her.

　The headline of the newspaper article Tsutomu was looking at featured heavily on Melcho's challenge to the eighty levels by himself. Since yesterday evening, the Shentai market seems to be quite lively as he can be seen diving into the 80th level and still fighting on the first level.

　The other thing I was curious about as a Tsutomu personally was the article that featured the Golden Research Healer using some kind of skill that I hadn't seen before. The article shows an illustration of what appears to be a yellow fox man kneading mud dumplings with both hands.


(Eunice. I'll have a look at some of that when I have time today.)


　It would be better to check at the divine table once, as the article only said that she looked cute, like she was holding a dumpling, and so on. Tsutomu handed the newspaper he had finished reading to Amira, who was still sleepy and looked unhappy, and busily watched the food being brought to the table.

　There are a total of twelve people including Oli and his apprentice. It is quite hard work just to prepare that meal for two people. Even if they had prepared it the day before, they would have to get up early in the morning to prepare it in time.


This is not a soup to be heated!　That's three times!
Hee~. I'm sorry.


　Since the apprentice is a relative of Oli's, her tone is also more stern than usual. The apprentice woman, who has warmed up the cold soup, has her head down and is looking right back and forth with the pot.

　The breakfast prepared by the apprentice, who seems to be in such a hurry, is tucked into the breakfast prepared by those who live in the clan house all at once. Tsutomu also grabbed one of the breads that were rapidly disappearing and ate it, dipping it into the warm soup. Amy, who has a cat's tongue, is eagerly huffing and puffing and cooling.


''Thank you for the feast.''


　Then, after finishing his breakfast, Tsutomu clasped his hands together and took the dishes and placed them on the wide sink. Then, as if in anticipation of this, the ringing of the doorbell rang out in the clan house.


'It's quite early,'


　Tsutomu blurted out, stopping Oli from heading towards the front door with his hand and heading towards the doorbell himself. He looked out through the peephole in the front door and saw Lorena, a breathless rabbit person, there.


'Good morning. You're early.
I was just wondering if you want to join me for breakfast.
I've already eaten.
What?　You're early!　Oh, well, that's okay!　Let's go!


　Lorena, surprised to see her white rabbit ears upright, took Tsutomu's hand with his shoes on and went outside. Tsutomu followed her as she did, frustrated by Lorena's gingerly pulling him along.

　Tsutomu arrives at the Silver Beast's Clan House in no time, and Lorena continues to take him inside. The interior of the house is cleaner than it was on their previous visit and appears to have more residents. The small children in the corridor bowed politely when they saw Lorena and Tsutomu.

　There were also many other cleaners wearing triangular cloths and others wearing suits. The Silver Beast also seemed to have benefited from the Ice Demon Stone, even though it was the second one, and the money seems to be much better.


''It looks like you're making a lot of money.
'Yes!　Especially since I broke through the seventy levels, I've gained a lot of money and people. That's why Misir seems to be overwhelmed.
Absolutely.


　The two men who had been talking heard a tired voice behind them. When Tsutomu turned around, he saw Misir, who was shaving his stubble clean. Tsutomu was a little surprised to see the slightly different mood of Misir.


You're not going to be able to get it right. It's been a while, Tsutomu.
It's been a while.
I'm sorry I didn't get to say hello for a while. I'm sorry I didn't get a chance to say hello to you. Well, we can't just stand around and talk. For now, let's go to the guest room.


　Misir's former sloppy atmosphere is now ringing in the background. She was tussled by various organizations over the Ice Demon Stone, and her orphanage has expanded in size by accepting more people. It's a good thing that you're able to get a good look at your own personal life.

　When Tsutomu was led to a clean guest room and sat down on an overstuffed sofa, the serving staff immediately came out and served tea. It's a high-class-looking tea that I've seen in the guild's reception room.


(It's very different.)


　Tsutomu sipped his tea as he thought about it, and Misir and Lorena, who sat in front of him, leaned back on the sofa as if they were calm.


''This is why I asked Tsutomu to come all the way here today.


　Misir unfolded a small magic bag and produced a document and held it out to Tsutomu. When I took it and looked at it, I found that the document was summarized about the 80th level lord, General Winter.


''........Exchange information?''
No, I've already had enough. So, I don't know if you'll be able to replace it, but take it. It should help in some small way.


　The information was written based on Silver Beast's experience of challenging the Eighty Level Lord dozens of times. This document would be of great use as it contained information that could not be found in the divine platform alone.


''I see. Then feel free to do so. .........Does the eighty levels still seem harsh?''
It's not that tough. I don't think we can win against that thing.


　Following the 60th level, the Silver Beast had captured the 70th level at a good pace and had the momentum to break through the 80th level as well. As if to undermine his momentum, the Winter General, the master of the 80th level, stood in his way.

　First of all, the opening iaikiri would certainly kill two people. Then, they would be killed by the Winter General's killing intent, unable to make normal decisions, and scattered and killed. When Silver Beast and Aldrete Crow challenged him early on, it usually ended that way.

　Since then, Silver Beast has been trying different things to challenge the Winter General, but so far the PT has been destroyed in the middle game. Aldrete Crow has also been trying various methods using an abundance of personnel and supplies, but they have been unable to break through just one step ahead of Silver Beast.

　The momentum of the two clans that had been going on since they broke through the sixty levels had come to an abrupt halt and were now in a stagnant state. However, if they reached the eighty level, the level limit could be raised to ninety, so Aldrete Crow was using its huge amount of funds to assist the searchers in leveling.

　In contrast, the Silver Beast uses the money earned from the Ice Demon Stone to take on more orphans and build educational facilities for the children. In addition, the Silver Beast is not as talented as Aldoret Crow, and the purpose of the clan is to save the orphans, so they don't focus so much on leveling. That is the major difference between it and Aldoret Crow.


And we've gotten carried away and branched out too far. I'm going to take care of the kid for a while, so I can't move. That's why I'll leave all the information I've got to date with Tsutomu.
Oh, I see. Hmm, that's a shame, isn't it? As far as I can see, I think I'm on the right track.
Well, I'll keep on hiding in dungeons. We'll have to make some money for the kids. But you're no match for Aldrete Crow. She's not like us.
'Oh!　Mr. Tsutomu!　That's right!　Please listen to me!


　Before Misir lowered his gaze in a sullen manner, Lorena said as if she remembered, and he leaned forward. Then she moves all the way over next to Tsutomu and starts talking.


'I ran into that Stephanie on the seventy-ninth level!　It's like he bothered to watch the battle over here!　So when the battle was over, he came up to me and I think he said what he said!
Come on. What did you say?


　When Tsutomu replied to Lorena, who began to speak in a terrific swordsmanship, while pulling back slightly, she put her hand over her mouth and made a posh face.


''You're not very good at managing seconds, are you!
'Uh....'


　Lorena, imitating Stephanie's voice, moves her face closer to mine as if to ask for my consent. Tsutomu chuckles at Lorena's ever-changing expression and replies with a laugh.


The following day, he said, "After that, you'll still be whispering and gibbering skill manipulation gar!　Faster, faster skills!　You know what?　We've never met before and I'm picky about every single thing!
You shut up.
'Would you please keep your mouth shut about Misir!　Because this is healer to healer!


　When Lorena yipped menacingly at her mouth, Misil shook her head from side to side after giving Tsutomu a sympathetic look.


'And besides!　For some reason, they followed me after that!　So every time the battle was over, he interfered with every single thing!　I was already ignoring it because it was getting too loud, but then I think I said what!
What did you say?
You can't get there yourself, after all!　What's with that guy!　Just because you're a little good at skill manipulation doesn't mean you're in good shape!
Okay, but you're breaking up.
Ahhhh!


　As Lorena leaned forward, the long rabbit ears on her head poked her in the face. Tsutomu annoyingly held Lorena's head in his hand and moved her away, and she made a funny noise.


'Tsk, please stop at the base. You're too weak.'
I'm sorry. So, how did it all go down?
I said a few words back and he ran off in tears.
No, it kind of got into a tussle, and I stopped it. Mr. Luke put his head down over there, too, and we've just about settled the matter.
Hmm, wasn't it?


　When Misir interrupted to add to the middle of the sentence, Lorena turned away as if she had been scoffing. Tsutomu looked dumbfounded and unable to say anything.


'What are you doing........ I'm surprised it didn't make it into the papers.''
It's true. I don't want to get in trouble with Aldrete Crow, that's why I was so close to it.
''Because they told me that Tsutomu-san's best disciple was this good!　I don't mind if it's not about me, but it's over there that even started talking about Mr. Tutom!　I just slapped some goopans in your face!
Are you sure about that...
I've settled this matter with Luke, so there's no problem. He and Stephanie shook hands, so on the surface, they made up.
I don't like it at all!


　Tsutomu couldn't help but laugh at Lorena, who crossed her arms and turned away. Afterwards, when they talked about the Winter General and the increased number of orphans, Misir took Tsutomu to where the children were playing.


'Ah!　It's Tutu!
Really?
I don't know.
It's real. It's real. Go ahead and shake his hand.
Yay!


　When Tsutomu, surrounded by children, looked back at Misir with a puzzled look on his face, he gave a disgusted smile and a thumbs up.


'Tsutomu's doing well, Juan, too,'
I don't want it.


　Tsutomu was poisoned by the fact that he still remembered them, but he had no ill will towards the children who approached him. Tsutomu returned the handshake to each of them, then talked for a bit and left.


　-Oh.


　After that, I had to dive into the dungeon with Lorena, Misil and two tanks. The two of those tanks, the red and blue bird people, were apparently practicing their avoidance tanks by imitating Hannah.


''Two healers, are you there?''
It's a good thing we're here!　Let's go!
... hmmm. I'll be the sub-attacker then. Lorena can handle the healers.
'Okay!　So we'll take turns!　And I'd like to see a healer, too, Mr. Tsutomu!


　With Lorena pushing her back, we formed a PT at the guild's reception desk, and Tsutomu joined the Silver Beast to explore the seventy-one levels.

　Initially, Tsutomu would be the sub-attacker to support Misil and Lorena would form a PT as a healer. The white mage can also serve as a sub-attacker, and Tsutomu has just recently been serving as a tank as well. It's a good idea to have an attacker as well, if you have the experience.

　I'm sure you'll be able to find a lot more information on this topic. Then Lorena spotted him and immediately confronted the snow wolf.


''Let's go then. Haste.


　Unlike Tsutomu, Lorena's standings do not skip skills. She basically supports and heals her friends by touching them, and she herself runs around the battlefield. Originally, she was not good at skipping skills, but it was a standstill that had become a symbol of Lorena.

　Unlike Tsutomu, the others, if they use flying heals, have to place area heals on the ground to increase their recovery. As their status increased, that restriction would disappear, but at the current seventy level, it was better to place an area heel.

　But if you're going to perform a heal with direct touch, you don't need to use an area heal. And the support skills are more effective if you use them with direct touch, so it's possible to reduce the mental power consumption and hate increase.

　But running all the way to the bottom of your companions would be inefficient, and it would be a huge burden on the healer. The medic will give you strength, but if you use it too much, the suppressed mental power and hate won't be worth it.


'Haste a bit,'
Yes, sir.


　But Silverbeast's PT is very smooth in coordination. They are aware of each other and create good coordination. It's partly due to the racial ability of being a rabbit person that allows them to run quickly, but their coordination skills prevent Lorena from wasting time running.


''Give me a heel.''
You can still stand it, right?
Hey!
Well, if you ask me.


　And there was a good vibe to Silverbeast, an absolute trust within the PT, which made it possible for the PT members to draw out more than enough power. Thanks to that, the PT members were able to draw out their strength to the fullest extent.

　There was a time when Tsutomu wondered if a good atmosphere alone would make that much of a difference, and in fact, the "Live Dungeon! I've experimented with this in the past. And that experiment also confirmed that the better the air quality, the more likely PT members were to draw power from it. In this world where we can actually see each other's faces, this possibility will be even greater.

　A long-standing relationship of trust that cannot be created in Aldoret Crow, where there is a system of one or two armies, and where PT members are frequently replaced. That is the strength of Silver Beast.


(Me, I don't want it.)


　Tsutomu felt awkward as if he had walked into a stray recruit for his relatives PT, but he stood around as a sub-attacker for now so as not to disrupt the circle.


'Yes, touché!　Mr. Tsutomu, your AGI increased-!
Hi.


　But even so, there was a sense that he was making her care for Lorena. Perhaps if Tsutomu was replaced by a Silver Beast attacker, Lorena would be able to bring out even more power.

　However, if I had to pick a shortcoming of the Silver Beast, it would be that it is not suitable for group battles. The fact that she can only draw strength from her relatives means that she is unsuitable for raids with an unspecified number of people.

　It has not been confirmed that raids occur in God's dungeon so far. But since stampede battles are like raid battles, you'll have to work on your non-coordination skills at some point.


(But that's okay.)


　This stand-up is unique because only Silver Beast can do it. Tsutomu will be able to replicate it to some extent, but it will definitely be backwards compatible. The fact that no healer can imitate it will be a great advantage.

　Besides, Lorena has also introduced the self-granting of the barrier that Tsutomu had done in the Mounted Golem battle, and she has also touched and partially attached it to her companions. Since Tsutomu also realizes the difficulty of applying the barrier, I can see that Lorena has also learned it with reasonable effort.

　Although he was somewhat aware of the strength of a running healer after seeing it on the divine table, Tsutomu was again aware of the strength of a running healer. Just introducing flying and placing skills would make them even better, and Lorena's seconds management is as lax as Stephanie said. There were still many areas of improvement, but Lorena would still be one of the healers that Tsutomu should be aware of.


'Well then, it's time for a change!　Mr. Tsutomu, in a healer!
Copy that.


　Tsutomu, who had felt sorry for making Lorena, the healer, feel sorry for making her feel uncomfortable, smiled with relief when he heard the voice of the change of roles. He switched to his white staff, which he always carried, which increased his MND (mental power) by one level, and entered the battle with the snow slime and snow golem.

　The two birders think that they will have to stand differently when the healer takes over. Before these girls can consciously try to match up with Tsutomu, he hits a heist that he places without missing a beat.

　There's nothing better than the PT's unique cues and calls for cooperation. But Tsutomu is a 'live dungeon!' The dungeons were often conquered with a stray PT - a so-called improvised PT in Therefore, the ability to match up with an improvised PT has been trained.


'Area Heal'


　Tsutomu sets the area heel on the ground and stands on it, not moving from it. From the ground, he keeps track of the movements of the four men and the monster, and uses his flying, shooting and placing skills to support and recover.

　His flying skills have been trained further on the snowfield level, where he is unable to fly due to the blizzard, and he anticipates and applies his flying skills to PT members even when they are out of sight. The swarm of skills that wiggled around and hit one after another, Lorena has a drawn-out look on her face.

　The shooting heel, whose resilience has been boosted by the area heel, quickly heals the dodging tank that has been hit. The medic also shoots more and more to recover his depleted strength.

　The placing haste was useful against fast-moving dodging tanks, and before long the two bird people received blue air and increased their AGI during the battle. And when they were out of breath, the medic who would quickly shoot at them would fly in. The two bird people have a strange look on their faces at the supportive recovery that even gives them chills any longer.

　And Lorena, who is confident in her hate management, exhales in love with Tsutomu's amount of support recovery. Normally, this much support recovery would turn the monsters' hate against Tsutomu. However, Tsutomu checks that the tank has earned the monster's hate and adjusts the mental power he puts into his skills to restore the support. If he did that, the effect time would also change, but Tsutomu's time management is not crazy.

　And from Lorena's point of view, who can feel the hate well, the hate against Tsutomu is like a glass of water held in surface tension. If the water overflows, the hate will turn on Tsutomu, but the water will not overflow. Lorena was irritated and excited by Tsutomu's ability to see the brink of it.


'Airblade.'


　On top of that, Lorena was impressed that she didn't get an overflow of hate, since she even participated in the attack. Then again, even after several battles, the hate never turns against Tsutomu. It's not a coincidence. And unlike Lorena, Tsutomu rarely moved from his spot to provide support and recovery.

　When the battle was over, Lorena approached Tsutomu, who was exhaling as if to break his concentration.


'Is that it? This is, by implication, wasting your time moving, you buzzard!　Be diligent!　Is that what you're trying to say?
You're just being paranoid.
'I'm practicing too!　Put down Hast!　Well, I can't!


　Lorena is on the ground with Tsutomu, who doesn't move at all from the top of the area heel. Lorena can do some flying skills, but she's not good at them, and she can't do them when it comes to shooting and placing skills. So, while I had some disagreement with Stephanie's words, there were times when I thought she was right.

　But those skills hadn't yielded much when Lorena practiced them. But part of Stephanie was probably jealous because she could use them.

　When Lorena looked a little unsure of herself, Tsutomu opened his mouth to follow up.


''But you're able to grant a barrier, right? I had a hard time with that one, too. I couldn't do it at all at first.''
'Oh, really?　I could have done this one too.
'That's great. So I think Lorena should just be able to get her bearings. Besides, at the end of the day, it's all about having fun.
......
'And there's no point in thinking about what you can't do. That's why Lorena should be able to develop different things. Wouldn't it be cool to be a running healer or something?
I'd like it to be pretty, though.


　Lorena, who had been listening with a serious face, gave a crinkly smile at the last word. Then she looked back at her footprints on the snow and squeezed his hand tightly.


'Thank you. I'll do my best to be a running healer!
Yeah. Oh, it's time to go, so this is the last one.
'Yes!　Let's go!


　Lorena ran, bouncing through the snow as if she had abandoned her hesitation. Then Misir tapped Tsutomu lightly on the shoulder.


'Thank you. That guy looked like he cared about what Stephanie said. But now that Tsutomu has told me, it seems to have blown over.
No. Well, Lorena is like a pupil to me. If you need anything, please call me anytime.
Well..... Then I have a feeling you'd better go to Stephanie's, too.
What?
He was just being weird. I mean, he had a scary look in his eye. I mean, he didn't seem like the kind of guy who would attack you, did he?
''Well that's certainly true. I understand. I'm sure we'll meet when we go to the seventy-nineth level anyway, and I'll try to find out what's going on at that time.
You should. No, I was really scared. I almost dreamt about it.


　Tsutomu tilts his head at Misil, who is feeling a chill that is not caused by the temperature. That's because the Stephanie he saw in Kamidai didn't look like that.

　However, Tsutomu listened to Misil's advice firmly and returned to the guild at the black gate, finishing his search by evening.