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Befriending the labyrinth core at the 101st layer? We decided to return from the labyrinth while collecting materials. After collecting the gravity stone island and stepping stones, we played a treasure hunting game with Bell and his friends in the 95th and 96th layers, collecting treasure chests from one end to the other. Next, I went to the sea to get some seaweed and fish, and since I had time, I was able to get some magic grass and almighty grass as well.

On the way, I saw Wings of the Labyrinth and Muscle Star working hard together, but the guildmaster said they were having a hard time, and I pretended not to notice them because I was afraid they might ask me to do something troublesome if I met them.

"I found them!"

Belle pointed out the location of Gina and the others. I had been looking for them since Sylphy had told me that they were there when I entered the 16th layer, but even if I followed Belle's finger, I couldn't tell that there were even people there because it was integrated with the forest. I guess that's what you call a spirit of the wind.

"Sylphy, can you get to Gina and the others without being discovered by other adventurers?"

I don't mind if they see me since they know I can fly, but I'd feel bad if the demons kill me while they're distracted by me.

"Well, it's okay if they don't see us, but since they seem to be after the trolls, it's better to wait until they're done. Shall we move to a position where we can see the fight?"

Hmmm......... I've seen Gina and her friends beat the trolls normally, but let's see just how much they've grown. I asked Sylphy to move me to a position where I can observe Gina and the trolls perfectly.

...... Well, the trolls are beating up the orcs and are completely unaware that Gina and the others are behind them. Why are trolls beating up orcs when there are other adventurers?　Because it's delicious?

Gina and her friends are perfectly equipped to search the perimeter. Fuchu and Mame are standing guard on the left and right. Uri is positioned in front of Gina and the others. Uri is positioned in front of Gina and the others, determined to protect them. Pru is standing on top of Sarah's head. Dine, her escort, seems to be floating ...... a bit away from the group, watching over Gina and the others.

Oh, Sheba is heading to the trolls alone. What?　Why would a troll fall?　I saw the fire for a moment, but a sturdy troll can't fall down just like that, can it?　I believe they withstood many attacks by Fukuchan and his friends. There is a difference between fire and wind, but is there such a difference in power between the same floating spirits?

"Hmmm, it was the same when we defeated the Giant Toad, but those girls have a very efficient way of defeating them."

Sylphy looks impressed, but I have no idea what she's talking about.

"What do you mean?"

"Wouldn't it be more fun to ask Gina and the others directly than to ask me?　I'm sure they'll do their best to teach you."

That's also true. ...... No, I feel ashamed as a teacher if I didn't know what he did when I was watching him.

(Well, Sylphy, please tell me what happened, because I want to treat Gina and the others with praise as a master, rather than asking them.)

I asked Sylphy in a whisper, and he told me that Yuta was respected by Gina and the others without being so vain, and then told me how he beat them. I felt so embarrassed. But I want to look good. And his apprentice's attack method is very bad.

After thinking about what to say to Gina and the others, I ask them to carry me to them. Oh, FUKU-chan and Mame-chan are looking at me and flapping their wings. Uri and the others also noticed this movement and found us, and then Belle and the others rushed in to form a dumpling. They are cute, but I think they are too careless in the labyrinth.

Gina and the others found me when Belle and the others joined us. The process of finding me was a bit interesting, as the dominoes fell in order.

"Thanks for your hard work, everyone!

With a masterful smile, he calls out to Gina and the others.

"Master!"

Kikka says, jumping up and down. Perhaps due to her level and the wind shoes, Kikka's leaping ability is unbelievable for a child. Perhaps because the battle has just ended, she is more excited than usual.

"Master, you were watching me, weren't you? How was it?

Gina asks a little anxiously. I'm glad I shamelessly asked Sylphy. It's a little embarrassing to say I didn't know how to beat him here.

"Yeah, I found Gina and the others just before the fight, so I got to watch from above. How did you come up with the idea of condensing fire and burning the brain out through the ears? Even a troll could take them out with one hit."

I didn't know what was going on, but I pretended to know what Sylphy had told me. The key is to pretend not to notice Sylphy's pretentious look.

But it's a very serious attack, isn't it? I wonder why?　I think the way Gina and her friends defeat the demons is more frightening than the way they defeat the demons, although decapitating them is also a method that should be more severe. Is it because of the way they thoroughly exploit their weak points?

"Yeah, trolls are tough, so we all figured out how to beat them quickly."

Gina says a little shyly. ...... something sounds like a nice thing to say, but she's actually saying that the young beauties and the young children have thought of an efficient way to defeat the demons. It's not wrong, but I can't help but feel the depth of the adventurer's karma. But it's a good thing to defeat demons safely, so I have to give them credit for that.

"It's great that you all thought about it together and were able to apply what you thought about to the actual battle. I also like the fact that while Shiva was on the attack, everyone was on the lookout for the surroundings and kept their guard up."

I'd like to praise him, but I didn't even know how to attack him in such a short time, so I'm limited to this level of praise. But this level of praise seemed to make Gina and the others happy, and they were smiling. When I asked them why, they said that it had been a long time since they had been praised in battle.

Come to think of it, I rarely accompany them in battle anymore. It was a mistake to leave them to the safety of the Great Spirit's escort. My appointment with Mel is the day after tomorrow at noon...... Gina told me that it's still in the morning, so I'll spend a couple of hours watching Gina and the others in battle and give them advice.

Still, I should be able to leave the labyrinth and get to Marie's place before evening. Oh, and I'll have Dine freeze some of the seafood we caught in the sea.

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I escaped from the labyrinth. Two hours of accompanying the disciples in battle. ......The demons that appear in the 16th layer were no match for Gina and her friends, it was just like a picnic as we talked about what happened in the labyrinth, I couldn't give advice or anything.

"Well, Sylphy and I are going to stop by Marie's place, so Gina and the others can go back to the inn with Belle and the others."

I call out to Gina and the others, who are making a lot of noise about how fast we are flying and moving.

"Okay. We'll have dinner at the inn, right?　Do you want me to tell Mr. Martha and Mr. Torque?"

That's the diner girl. It will be easier for Mr. Toruku to make arrangements if we tell him first.

"Yes, please. I'll be back in time for dinner. What about Dine?　Do you want to repatriate here?"

With Gina and the others around, it was easier to talk to the spirits without having to whisper.

"Well, I'm going home for dinner, too, sister. And we're going to have a drink..."

You have a dazzling smile. You don't doubt at all that alcohol will be served. Well, they took care of Gina and the others, so they deserve that much. The Nomos will be back at ...... the day after tomorrow, so we can give them a message when Dine gets back. It's hard to have a banquet of all the Great Spirit in my room.

"Okay. But please don't make it two barrels with Sylphy. We'll have a banquet when we get back to paradise."

"Mm-hmm, okay. What kind of alcohol shall we drink? We'll drink spirits in paradise, what kind of alcohol do you want to drink, Sylphy?

Oh no, I've started talking about what kind of drink I'm going to have with Sylphy.

"Anyway, Sylphy and I will go to Marie's place, and you can talk about the drinks when we get back to the inn.

I shushed them as they happily talked about red, white, or rose wine, ale, or mead, or the drinks of Labyrinth City or the drinks of the Kingdom of Beryl, and left Gina and the others to go to Marie's general store.

**

"Yuta, from the back on the left."

I turned around quickly to my left in response to Sylphy's voice and saw Sonia sneaking out from the shadows. She had told me that she was supposed to report back to me when I left the labyrinth, so she must have gotten the information that I was on my way here and was hiding.

I don't know why I wanted to surprise her so much, but I asked Sylfie to let me know if Sonia-san sneaks up on her, just in case. It won't be like last time.

"Hello Sonia! May I meet you and Marie?"

I turn around suddenly and smile at Sonia, who has frozen up when our eyes meet. Oh, no. I'm supposed to be trying to put on a fresh smile, but my face is so smug that even I can tell.

"Ah, Mr. Yuta, you have returned from the labyrinth, haven't you? Welcome to our labyrinth. Is it okay if we don't move you to the warehouse?"

Apparently, they want to pretend this never happened. I know it's hard for her to be out of the shadows, but she is not that close to Sonia, so I don't think it's a good idea to push her away. That tight smile is enough for me.

"We have a large amount of demons to wholesale this time as well, so I guess we will go to the warehouse later on. But before that, there are a few things I want to talk to you about, so it would be great if we could have a little chat here.

"Awe, sir. Let me show you to the reception room.

Sonia leads us to the back parlor.

"By the way, Mr. Yuta. This is a trivial question that someone else asked me, but how would Yuta-sama feel if there was a gentleman who could use his abilities to counter a pretty maiden's pranks?

Is this sarcasm?　I guess he understands that I turned my head to look at him unnaturally, so he must have detected my whereabouts by the power of a spirit or a skill. I have my doubts about the "pretty maiden," but since I am sure she is a beautiful woman, I don't want to comment on it.

And if I get the answer wrong here, the endless war with Ms. Sonia will end. ...... No, that's not going to happen because I'm stronger than her in terms of position. I'm afraid of Sonia-san's nerve to play a prank on a big client of hers.

I think he's an inexcusable guy.

I think to myself as I see Sonia-san's back figure as she is being escorted to the reception room and goes to call Marie-san. Was that the right answer?