The lower levels, too, we were making good progress.

　As expected, there are more and more opponents that Milo, Gilanka, and the others can't fight with a single blow, but in the end, numbers are power. My strengthened companions aren't weak enough to struggle against level 80-something demons that appear alone.
　Although I spent the night in the lower levels, I was sleeping soundly on Puppy's back while I continued my march. I didn't sleep well when I was attacking by myself, you know. Compared to that, it's already treated like heaven.

"Hmm........

What's up, pup?

"I've never known me to be so weak...

"Huh?

　Something is suddenly making a dent in Puppy's life.
　Out of the corner of Puppy's eye, Drake is fighting single combat against the Night Wolf King (Night Wolf Lord) that appeared, while Milo and Gilanka are dealing with the other demons that appeared.
　The Night Wolf King (Night Wolf Lord) was, as I recall, level 84 or something like that, but Drake seems to be able to afford it. Rather, he's fighting with even a smile on his face. Each fist strike was so sharp that it even looked as if he was testing his strength.

'I was conceited I was conceited that I was a dragon. Seeing their strength makes me feel envious....

"Puppy...

I've reached such heights...

You're just finding out now that you're weak?

Phew!

　I didn't even hit you, but Puppy made a weird noise.
　I mean, it's a fact that you're the weakest in my army, and we all know it rather well. You're the only one who's still at level 66 while all the level 99s are here. I left it that way.
　To be honest, I don't think the current Puppy can deal with the demons around here.

"Wha...wha...?

No, it's true, isn't it?

'Kid!　I will cry!

　No, I don't feel anything when you cry.
　And as I was talking like that, the lead group suddenly stopped. As well as that, Puppy's feet also stopped.

Master, there's something in front of you!

Oh....

Hey, this guy's really strong...!　Let me do it, master!

"To face a powerful enemy is the hope of our chivalry.

''This one is indeed strong. My warrior, there is nothing better to try.

Uh ... you guys, just a minute.

　With a whimper, they get off the back of the puppy.
　The lead group - mainly Milo, Gilanka and Drake - are quite motivated.
　And so it should be. The one in front of me is one of the biggest and most powerful enemies I've ever seen among the demons I've seen.

　This guy - the Guardian Golem.
　It's a huge demon with an outer skin that emits a luster like vajra stone, sitting in a space that seems to have a higher ceiling to protect a huge door. Although it is a humanoid thing, only its arms are unusually long and thick to the point where they go beyond. It's not just a matter of time before you'll be able to get your hands on it, but also a lot of other things.

''I see.......I'm sure I defeated you, but you're going to be resurrected, aren't you?''

....

　The Guardian Golem, which remains seated, lights a crimson light in the three hollows - the three hollows in its face area.
　With a gurgling sound like a rock wall moving, the Guardian Golem slowly rose to its feet.

''But it was just as well. You guys, don't mess with it. I'll take care of it.

Shit. I thought I'd be able to fight some interesting people.

Hey, you can fight to your heart's content...

　I draw the sword from my waist.
　The last time I challenged the ruins of Rilkara, I lost my sword against this guy. The sword couldn't withstand the too hard outer skin and my level 99 body strength. In the end, I used my body skills to scrape off the skin and wrestle the limbs away, and we managed to win in a pitched battle.
　"I can make this guy my friend now.

After I make him one of us!

Oh, oh, oh, oh!

　The Guardian Golem raised its massive arms.
　I focused my magic power on my eyes as I calmly watched its movement.

''Analyze.''

　Along with muttering powerful words, a translucent string of text reflected in my eyes.
　It's information about this guy that I once confirmed once.

　Name: none.
　Occupation : Guardian Golem Level 91
　skill
　Weakness level 91.
　Wielding Level 91
　Magic resistance level 88
　Physical resistance level 68.

　Since it has the name "Guardian", its resistance is quite high. In terms of defense, its ability is so high that it can even be said to be unrivaled.
　However, compared to King, who has a monster skill of physical resistance level 80 and self-renewal level 50, its defensive strength is a step lower. If you think about it that way, it's safe to say that I can take on this opponent on my own.

''Hah!

'Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh!'

　As I swing my sword, I am blocked by the outer skin of the Guardian Golem and stop.
　As expected of physical resistance level 68, but my sword is a rather expensive gem that I asked Silmeria to procure for me. It's an excellent piece of work that didn't even spill its blade when I cut the king's head off.
　Even if it hit the hard outer skin of the Guardian Golem, of course there was not a single scratch.

''Oraa!

　My swordsmanship level of 99 is nothing to sneeze at. Holding a sword would increase my speed and physical strength even more.
　It's different from those days when I managed to chip away at it with my physical skills and took half a day to defeat it.
　I run up and down in the air, avoiding the fist blows from the guardian golem, injuring it and slashing at it with my sword when I see an opening. And my friends are watching me.

'Wow!　That's your master, man!

"There is no greater honor for a knight in shining armor than to serve him...

'Master, it's cool!

　The praise the demons are giving me is making me feel a little embarrassed.
　However, it's been a long time since I fought alone with all my might like this. I did some power reconnaissance against the King, but that was just a test.
　Bumping, I avoided the Guardian Golem's fist that snatched at my ear and swung my sword down as hard as I could at my right elbow.

''Hah!''

Oh, oh, oh, oh!

　With an impact sound like metal colliding with metal, my sword is swung out.
　Although the skin is as hard as vajra stone, the joints are still fragile. As I brought my sword down, I saw one of the huge arms tear off and fall off.
　With a bang, the other arm runs towards me. Naturally, I sensed its presence and avoided it with the least amount of movement, and I also saw a few bangs snatch and shred my arms.

''I'll have another one!

Oh, oh, oh, oh!

　With the returning sword, I raised the sword with all my might to the Guardian Golem's outstretched left arm - to its elbow.
　It's a good idea to be able to have a good idea of what you're looking for when you're ready to buy. It's a good idea to be able to have a good time with your friends.
　It is a good idea to have a good idea of what you're going to do with it.
　In other words, all that's left is for me to overrun it.

''Haha!

　I leapt high and raised my sword as high as I could from the height of the Guardian Golem, and just like that, I swung my sword down with the momentum of falling.
　As if putting a knife into the cheese, my sword cuts through the outer skin from the Guardian Golem's head.
　With the Guardian Golem emitting a small "Ooh........" voice, the three hollows on its face - the light that had been lit inside it - disappeared.

''Huh........''

....

　Silence, Guardian Golem.
　But I stay put and wait. From what I've seen so far, I shouldn't have given it a fatal wound.
　And as the Guardian Golem's body is engulfed in light, a dull, glowing collar is born around its neck.
　Naturally, its huge arms also grew anew.

''.........ooh........''

Okay. Can you understand me?

'Oooh ... wale, Guardian Golem, Mayrei, Motom, Master.

　So much for speaking in one language.
　And behind me, there were shouts of joy from the demons and a round of applause from the drakes. 'It's wonderful, Master Noah! 'That's great!　Master! That's my master! And the praise doesn't stop ringing in, such as
　It's kind of embarrassing.

'Well we have to decide on a name for it.

　The Guardian Golem that's still sitting there saying "Oh........" or something like that.
　I looked at the Guardian Golem for a while.

"Good. Well then, your name is Lobo.

Oh my God, Meirei, Nimshiki, Shimashita, Master. I'm sorry, Lobo.

It's a pleasure to work with you.

　New friendships have been made here.
　Our journey is on track.
　All that's left now is to go to the end of the line and defeat the Dark Lord. That's how my ordeal will end.