Eeeeeeeeeeeeeeee!

　There are screams from all over the place.
　But I'm not relenting.
　I slash the rogues' bellies, legs, and shoulders.
　The next thing I know, a pool of blood forms on the floor of the warehouse.
　My boots grew red and wet, not paying any attention to their cries for help.

''Hmmmmmmm!

　A loud spiritedness could be heard.
　It was a thick arm and fist that fell.
　Sharp and powerful.
　A full-body blow struck me.

　I was hit by a number of bullets.

　It was a powerful blow.
　The floor at the bottom sank.

　The attacker smiles with a satisfied, uneven-toothed grin.
　He's a very large man.
　Probably the head of this group.
　And probably a nobleman.

　However--''

''What is this blow that can't even kill a slime.......''

　I peeked out from under my fist.
　Even though I was hit in the head, I was still standing.
　I don't need to defend myself to this degree.

'Fist strikes are meant to be struck like this.

　I clench my fist.
　I activated the [Hardening], [Ironization Grant], [Acceleration] and [Attribute Grant] magic.
　My fist that was launched was more powerful than a single cannon.

　It pierced the man's stomach.
　I heard a disgusting sound of bones breaking.

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　He spat out a mixture of blood and anti-vomit.
　I peel out my eyes and the man screams in agony.
　My attack is not over.

　I won't stop........!

　He drove his fist into the man's nose.
　The blow that was [Accelerate] applied, easily blew away the huge body.
　It breaks through the brick wall of the warehouse.
　I approached slowly.

　The man still stands up.
　He raised his hand and activated his magic.

　[Lightning strike]

　A moment later, the overhead glows.
　But that target was not me, the enemy.

''Guaaaaaahhhh!

　A scream like the barking of a beast rang out.
　The one who was hit by [Lightning Strike] is the man.

　From the point of concocting magic power to the point of reciting magic is too late.

　I controlled the magic power in the atmosphere in an instant and controlled the man's magic just like I did with Chairman Vael.

　A strange smell comes from the man who was hit by my attack magic.
　His flesh was charred and some of his skin was charred.
　Still standing.
　Great strength.
　I'll admire you for that one (sic).

''d*mn it!

　But the nappy is bad.
　He attacked me without giving me any warning.

　Oh dear.....

　I hold the sword again.
　I cut him off in one breath.

　The man's arms go up into the sky, where they are dyed in the evening darkness.
　They fell into a nearby river of water.

　Blood!　Blood!

　The man jittered and struggled.
　He swung his arms around in a circle.
　Then, like a toddler's drawing, the whole surface was dyed red.
　If I leave it like this, this man will die.

　Still, my anger doesn't subside.
　He didn't even try to sheath the sword he raised.
　I approach the man further.

Stop!　Stop it!　It's already been settled!

It's not settled. There's never been a conclusion to this fight in the first place.

　I slap the eye light down.
　The man shudders.
　Fear took over, and I flopped down on my ass, forgetting about the wound.
　He tried to run away from me, repeatedly getting caught in the blood he spat out.

'Hee!　Hiiiiiiiiiiiiii!　Wow, wow, you know what I'm talking about?　I am the son of a nobleman!　If you kill me, I'm going to tell my dad that I'm going to tell him you're going to kill me and I'm going to tell him you're going to kill me and I'm going to tell him!

That's not necessary!

　A sharp voice echoed across the battlefield of the man and me.

　It's Chairman Vael.
　He shakes that big chest and approaches us.
　At his side, Lucian.
　In the distance, Payella was protecting Meira.

　Chairman Vael thrusts his hand into the large overhanging cleavage of her breasts.
　What he took out was a small bottle.
　It was a familiar bottle among adventurers, often containing potions and antidotes.

　But what was in it was different.

''Raihil Sh'ha Kehlman........ This was found in your dorm room.

Huh?

'What is this......... I don't have to explain it to you.

How did you get that?　The magic of [Concealment] is definitely... ah.

'This is no time to be picky, gents. You have underestimated our community association. I saw right through your magic.

　The face of the aristocrat named Raihill is turning blue.
　It wouldn't just be the effect of the bleeding.
　His whole body seemed to freeze as [Frozen Dog Witch] choked out.

''This is a potion diluted with potions, right?

　Demon pills are a common name, originally called demon pills.
　While it numbed the nerves and gave a feeling of euphoria, it was also highly addictive, and once the effects of the drug wore off, a strong sense of emptiness would set in, and if abused, it would cause one to become crippled as if one's soul had been drained.
　It was a horrible drug that didn't need to be explained.

　Three hundred years ago, the demon race invented it and spread it to the human side, and it became popular, especially among soldiers.
　The anecdote that it wiped out a nation's knights before they could fight was not a lie.
　That's how dangerous the medicine is.

　Totally.........

　I let out a sigh.

　The culture and knowledge of the past has abruptly disappeared, but it seems that the magic potion is still being passed down in this peaceful world.
　It's abominable.

"It has already been proven by a high-ranking [scholar] that it is yours. Carrying potions is an indefinite term of imprisonment. And its use and trade means immediate death penalty. You are not the son of a marquis who does not know what this means.

Give it up, nobleman.

'd*mn......... Koooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo!

　Reichl pounces.
　He attacked me as if he were dragging my tattered body.
　How can he move with his bones broken?
　I'm sure he's already had his magic potion kicked in.

　I catch its face with one hand.
　I grab it hard enough to bite into its flesh.
　Its open eyes shine.
　Seeing this, Raihill let out another ratty scream.

'Do you know what I'm mad about, Gentleman.......'

Heh...?

'I don't care if you guys drug or f*ck a girl, I don't care. But you've crossed my line. Do you know what it is...?

Oh.......... Ah........... Ah.........

You guys have defiled the place where I'm strong...


　I will not allow an entity to prevent me from being strong........


Die..........

　I raised my hand and activated my magic.


　[Dragon Emperor Great Fire]!


　Extreme flames shot out from the palm of his hand.
　It quickly engulfed the nobles as it burned away the atmosphere.
　A bright red lotus glowed in all of their vision.
　With a sound like a low dragon roar, the flames burst into flames.

''----ppffffffffffffffffffffffff!

　Even the screams of demise are extinguished.
　Raihill's figure disappeared from the world.
　Not even a shadow was left behind, and the son of a nobleman disappeared.


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'I appreciate your efforts. You acted a little out of line with the duties of a marshal, but you punished what was determined to be a death sentence. There will be no one to blame.

　Vael put his hands on his hips and nodded in satisfaction.

'Though I was surprised when he brought me a piece of the bottle with the magic potion on it.

　Vael moved his eyes.
　Ahead of him was Podium.
　He's a bit farther away to see what's going on.

　Apparently, he gave the chairman the piece of the bottle I gave him.

'Thank you, Lacelle-kun,'

　It was Meira who was grateful.
　Wrapped up in a blanket, she was much calmer now.

'I didn't know you were an enforcer,'

　Come to think of it, I hadn't told Meira yet.

I'm sorry. I was afraid that Meira might shy away from the idea of me being the enforcer. But I didn't mean to deceive her.

'I've been fooled enough. I knew you were strong for a long time, but.... I didn't know you were that strong.... Now I have to take up an apprenticeship.

'Meira is strong enough. Besides, you have Podium and other commoners on your side. Hold your chest.

Well..... Right.

　Mayra turned over.
　She smiles, a little melancholy smile on her face.
　Something about it makes her look a little disappointed.

　Then I unbuckled the strap and held out the sword I had borrowed, sheath and all.

'I'm sorry. I'm sorry, it got a little dirty, but I'll give it back to you.

Okay. You can keep it. It's a toy. It's just a testament to the fact that I'm fully licensed.

Are you sure?

If you're curious, you should visit Siphon sometime. "If you're interested, you can visit Siphon sometime and get a real sword hammered there. I'm sure you'll love it. The sword, and the people...

'Meira's home town.... I'll think about it.

By the way, why did those noblemen use the arena?

　I explained as I wrapped the sheath around my waist again.

'The place those guys were hanging out was in the woods behind the schoolhouse.

　I pointed to the fragment of the bottle the chairman was holding.
　That piece was also found when I was making my rounds in the forest.

'But that's where Meira made the martial arts arena. Safe to say, it was probably an eyesore for Meira and the others to hit the potion.

　Perhaps my slaying of the forest was one of the triggers.

　Well--.
　Thanks to that, the evilness was exposed........

''Yes........''

　Mayra's shoulders slump.
　I don't know what on earth to be angry about.
　Her expression has changed to that.

　The guards with investigative powers arrive late.

''Sorry, but you're going to have to come with me to explain the situation, Racel.

Okay, Mr. Chairman.

"Lacelle.

　Meira calls out to me once more as I turn my back on her.

'Will you come back to the martial arts arena?'

...Yeah. Teach me sword arts again.

　I gave a quick wave and broke off with Mayra.