Mira and I ended the introduction of the additional investigators of the original dungeon.
　Marguerite's signal dismissed us, but there were a few reporters and people from the video board (TV) station who didn't want to leave.
　For example, they tried to do individual interviews and wandered around to see if they could get some interesting shots.

　The response to my opinion that I would conquer the original dungeon if I had to was subtle.
　There seemed to be some people who were interested in it in the sense that I said something big, but for the most part, the vibe was, what's a [Black Mage]....

　Even though it was a tag team tournament championship, that was because of Belito.
　As long as it's considered 'an excellent support person and can fight there even if he's alone,' he's a good one, so it's probably something like that.

　There were even some onlookers who laughed at him.
　On the contrary, ''Well said!'' And "Go for it! and so on, so that alone is very different from what I heard before.

　Some people take the matter of Mr. Aerial's high praise for me in a straightforward manner, while others say that I was only doing it to help my juniors.
　The world isn't going to change all of a sudden, but little by little, we can make today different from yesterday.

I was struck by what you just said.

　A man with a surprisingly beautiful face.
　He has a face that is so well-groomed that you would think this is what God loves. Gold hair and blue eyes.
　The white knight armor and pure white cloak.
　He should be in his late thirties already, but he doesn't seem to have aged since he was about twenty.

　Belonging to the second-ranked party, [Knight King] Arthur.
　He is one of the top five swordsmen in the world, along with the first party 【Samurai】Masamune and the fifth party 【Distant Edged Swordsman】Hamil.

　He's a beautiful adventurer who was once chosen as the top of a magazine's feature '100 male adventurers who I think are the s*xiest right now', which is held once a year.
　........Whatever, that feature, Fenix and Lark were also once ranked.

'It's been a while, Mr. Arthur.

Yeah, Leme.

　Although his job title (job) is 【Holy Knight】, his peculiarity is that he owns a holy sword (...) despite the fact that he is not a hero.
　Weapons in which spirit blessings dwell are called holy swords, but in that case, the possessor is basically limited to spirit contractors.
　He cannot use spirit magic. But he can use the Holy Sword.
　In other words, he only got the blessing in some way.

I'm from the countryside myself, so I know how you feel about your hometown. I swear that we will do everything we can to save the village you were born and raised in.

　Arthur puts his hand on his chest and says with a serious expression.

''Thank you. .........Come to think of it, are the three of you participating this time?

Yeah, it's a long story.

　Arthur's smile seemed to fade for a moment.
　The second-ranked party did not participate in the raid battle either. Perhaps there was something wrong with them.

''Leme. I didn't think it was possible when Miss Margrethe told me, but it's nice to see you again like this.

　The person who was dealing with the fans at a slight distance approaches us.
　Black hair and black eyes. He has a stocky figure but is not intimidating, perhaps because of his soft demeanor.
　The jet-black outfit looks good on her, which is the complete opposite of Arthur-san's.

　The second place party leader, [Jet Black Hero] Ex-san.
　Everyone in the second place party is irregular. The leader, Ex-san, is the first of them.

　He's currently the only person in the world - the only person who has made a contract with a spirit other than the four major attributes (,,,,,,,,,).

　The spirits that governed earth, water, fire, and wind were the most favorable to humanity among the many spirits.
　Even after the war was gone, they would even cooperate with the [Brave] owner.
　But of course, there were more than just four attributes.

　Spirits other than the four major attributes are just like the ones in a fairy tale.
　On a whim, they do things that are good for people, but at the same time they do things that could be called innocently cruel.
　It's those spirits outside of the four major attributes that make up the original dungeon.

''Ex-san. It's a pleasure to meet you again too.

'Leme, I'm really happy for you. I was really sorry to see you leave the Fenix Party. I've taken the liberty of feeling close to you.

"...Haha, is it because we are both 'black'?

''You were encouraging more people than you realize. There must be many [Black Mages] who were able to step up because you were working hard at the top. Even I, who was struggling with my own spirit arts, was energized by your attitude of 'doing what I can do with my own strength'.

　From Ex's face, I could tell that his words were not a social call.
　I had only seen each other a few times during my time at the Fenix Party, so I didn't know that he thought of me that way.

'Well, sure, like you said, being 'black' to each other is a pretty big point, isn't it?

　I'm sure you'll be able to find a way to make your life easier.

I'm sure you'll be able to find a way to make the most out of your time in the city.

Oh no, haha...

'She had a great combination in the tag team tournament. I wonder if she's not coming?

　Even Arthur-san says such things.
　Mira-san was talking to the other sub-humans a little distance away, but I didn't miss the twitching of her bat antennae.

　She still doesn't try to come near me in public.
　With the exception of when I'm developing 'chaos' around her, the Demon King's Castle, and the dormitory room, in other words, she's probably concerned not to let the public see Reme and vampires lined up in a row.

　........even though I don't have to worry about it.

'Belito isn't here. But I'll fight just as well with Mira-san as well.

'Ho ... no, my apologies. I'm not doubting your or the vampire lady's abilities.

It's all right. I know what I'm doing.

　Mira-san's bat antennae happily fluttered at high speed.

''Mira-san,''

　Twitch.
　Her shoulders shake, and she comes over to me after telling off Ajin-san who was talking.

''What is it, Reme-san?''

This is Ex-san and Arthur-san. Mr. Ex, Mr. Arthur, this is Mira. ...and I'm getting to know them personally.

　Mila looked at me in surprise.
　Honestly, I was embarrassed enough to get my face hot, but I thought this would be the quickest way to tell her that she didn't have to worry about it.
　Just let her know that I'm actively involved.

　The two members of the second place party smiled and exchanged greetings with Mila.

'It's a long journey. I'll be sure to ask you how you're getting along, you know.'

　Ex-san makes such a joke. .........Joking, that would be helpful.


''Hm!　It's a bit light, don't you think?　It's a box of food, right?


　Our attention was diverted to such voices.
　It seems that some of the food is being loaded now, as if they are trying to get as much fresh food as possible.
　Apparently, he was surprised that the box of food was lighter than he thought it would be.

''Oh?　Of course not, it's too light for me.

　........Somehow, Mira-san and I looked at each other at the same time and shared a premonition.

''Wha........it's the sky! I'm with you! What's going on here? It's like there's something in here.　Didn't the box just work?!

Mira.

'Let's shut up, Mr. Leme. We have nothing to do with it.

　It certainly has nothing to do with Reme and Mila.
　When it comes to Remeghton and Carmilla, though, it's probably a big ant.

'Ceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee.　Cee--Wow........!

　The silver lining ran through (,,,,,,,,,,).
　It was as fast as the final of a tag team tournament.
　Of the combatants who were there, all except me and Mira-san showed signs of alarm.

　But that's a needless worry.
　It's not because of--

"Oh, Reme........sir. I'm sure you'll be able to find it. I haven't seen you since To-Namento.

　The silver light that gushed out as it ripped through the wind stops in front of me.
　A petite girl with snow-white hair and purple-blue eyes raises one hand as she eats a raggedy white root vegetable.

　She eats things well, and it's easy to see where the nutrition is going from her ample breasts and healthy thighs.
　Her hands and feet are boldly exposed, though she may only be dressed in clothes that are easy to move in person.
　She is the one who carried her prized beloved spear on her back--.

''Yes........it's been a while--Fulkus-dono.

　It was 【Cutting Knight】 Fulkus, one of the Four Heavenly Kings of the Demon King's Army and the eighth tier floor boss.
　Externally, the only contact between Reme and Fulkus was a tag tournament, so her greeting was a consideration for that.

''Eh, Fulkus! "The Four Heavenly Kings of the Demon King's Army! I mean, where did all the food go in the end...?

　...her stomach.

'I hadn't been told that Lord Fourcas would be joining us.

Emergency entry.

...I see.

　Even as the Demon King-sama, he may not have been able to back down by simply having his two subordinates enter his father's project with a public face.
　If Fulkas-san was there, he could sell the name of the Demon King's Castle with his success.
　It's like a countermeasure to my father who is trying to eliminate the dungeon attack.
　And since the ring has been temporarily returned, you can summon it if it becomes a defense.

As for the food....

I heard it was all-you-can-eat.

Oh I see.

　They have all the expenses, and they certainly didn't ask for any food restrictions. That's one way to put it, huh?

Certainly. It's a small price to pay when you have the help of someone as good as Mr. Fulkus. I hope you will enjoy it as much as you can.

　Margrette bowed gracefully.

　...........................No, I'm not sure about that. Fulkas-san is bottomless........

　I manage to swallow those words with a gulp.
　Well, since we're going through other towns and villages many times along the way, let's believe that it won't be like that if we run out of food...............................during the journey.

'Hm. Also, make sure to load that one up.

　I noticed that Fulkas-san's large armor had appeared nearby.
　.........Did Agares-san's 'spatial transfer' skip this far?

''Yes, I understand. We were enemies in the raid battle, but this time I'd like to thank you.

Please.

　Mr. Fulkus glanced around.

'What are you doing, Citry?'

Oh, I was just about to give you a surprise.

　It was Ajin-san who had been talking to Mira-san just now.
　That figure changes in an instant - to Citry-san's.
　The Demon King Castle's Four Heavenly Kings are in one corner, and [Demon of Love] Sitely, who is the fifth level floor boss.

''I'm here, my God~''

　Ah.........
　The Demon King's army's general staff and the three members of the Four Heavenly Kings are all here.
　While I thought it was going to be lively, I was also very reliant on them.