Volume 2 - CH 27

Volume 2

Chapter 27-Suggestions and Conflicts

(TL:By Rafael)

Four days have passed since the joint state-appointed commission mission began.

Although the overall picture was gradually becoming clearer as the number of parties progressed, the method of entering the main dungeon of the labyrinth, "Vordan Castle," was still unknown.

In fact, it was even difficult to approach the garden area, where nothing had ever happened even after much exploration, due to the presence of humanoid demons that were thought to be soldiers or knights.

According to Rooge's story and Hilde's, it seems certain that we must enter there.

"Hmmm... ......"(Yuki)

"We don't know how to get in, do we?"(Rain)

At the desk in the cottage, I explore the possibilities, matching the information with that of the other party.

However, I have already tried all of those possibilities.

Then, Marina casually muttered something that inspired me.

"You know, we've never been in a castle before, so that's why we don't know how to get in."(Marina)

" I see."(Yuki)

Marina is right.

The fact that it was a labyrinth probably narrowed down my possibilities and options considerably.

According to Loge, Glad Shii-Im is a living town. It is not a ruin.

......When you think about it, what do you think we should do?

They are nothing more than outlaws who wander around, asking questions, and sometimes sabotage to try to break into the area.

It would be no surprise if soldiers or knights showed up to eliminate them.

Now, then, what kind of people can visit the royal castle?

To put it more precisely, it would be the royal family, the nobles working there, or guests or specially authorized subjects.

"No."(Rain)

"I'm sorry. I know that but–"(Yuki)

Rain almost floats over, but I control my miscellaneous ideas before they leak out of my mouth.

I know it's no good. But it should be a possibility.

You know, the "golden ring.

The "gold" that the distorted inhabitants of the distorted world have in their bodies.

Both Loge and Hilde mentioned gold. I believe they were also told to destroy it.

In other words, since it is the key element of that labyrinth, the golden ring hidden by the monster must have some meaning.

"No, not that one, It's not good."(Rain)

"Oh, it's good."(Yuki)

(TL: both of them are kinda funny now)

What it is is still under study, but ...... Rain has identified certain properties.

The idea of being a magic tool artifact freak sorcerer is different. I'm an alchemist, I'm out of shape in front of such a freak.

'Oh, by the way, you said you'd figure it out soon. Rain, what happened?"(Yuki)

"Viscount Boardman is making the equipment. I guess that's where I'm coming from."(Rain)

"What was that all about?"(Yuki)

We are starting to go off on a tangent, but that's okay.

It's relevant, and maybe we'll get some clues.

"A very primitive magical artifact. It's more like a magic stone or ...... a spirit crystal."(Rain)

Spirit crystals are special magic stones that are also said to be the remains of spirits.

Silk is also supposed to have been used when making a contract with a spirit, and is necessary when a spirit user makes a contract with a spirit.

"In other words, it can be used as a storage medium?"(Yuki)

" Yes, It may contain the memories of the people of Glad Shii-Im."(Rain)

"Maybe we can even figure out how to get into 'Vordan Castle'!"(Yuki)

Well, I wonder.

At the very least, we may need to use the ring of knight and soldier type demon monsters that appeared in the outer area.

"May I suggest ......?"(Rain)

Rain looks at me a little uneasily.

"Of course. Any ideas?"(Yuki)

"I think it would be ...... good to have Lun help us."(Rain)

It is an option that I had considered as a possibility in the conversation up to this point, but had dared to keep quiet.

No, it's a proposal that they must've also foreseen.

"You want Lun-chan?"(Yuki)

"Yeah."(Rain)

Rain nodded.

"I think Lun is related to Glad Shi-Im."(Rain)

"I suppose that's true."(Silk)

As Silk nodded, perhaps Rain is right.

Lun has lost much of her memory except for her name, but she is a very special girl who is a follower of Hilde, who calls herself the "Golden Priestess".

And since she is related to gold,...... Lun is likely to be a person of high rank or of noble blood in "Glad Shi-Im".

I think that if it is her, "Vordan Castle" might be able to open its gates.

But .......

"Too dangerous."(Nene)

"Yes! Lun-chan is still so little!"(Marina)

"Yes, Seems a little reckless for Rain to suggest."(Silk)

In response to everyone's voices, Rain shakes her head with her eyes downcast.

"No, I understand. But ...... there's something that's stuck in my mind. I know I should take her with us."(Rain)

"That's just a gut feeling, even it's Rain."(Yuki)

"I.....I don't know either."(Rain)

The fourth day of the investigation has not yielded any significant results.

In fact, the danger inside is only increasing, and I think the sooner we make up our minds, the better.

However, it is not a commendable to take a child who has escaped to a safe area back to that dangerous "Glad Shi-Im," and I feel uncomfortable as if I am taking advantage of the child.

In our troubled silence, a knock on the door interrupted us.

"Yuk-kun, are you there?"(Lucent)

The voice was Lucent.

As a gentleman, he would not suddenly open the cottage of "Clover," which has many female members.

"Come in."(Yuki)

"Excuse my intrusion."(Lucent)

Lucent, dressed in rough clothes with his armor off, entered, accompanied by a tall, thin, elderly man.

"He is Moriah, the sorcerer. He is a fairly old A-rank adventurer and an excellent magician."(Lucent)

"I wanted to finalize our discussion about our future plans,"  What's up? Any Problem?"(Lucent)

"I'm a little stuck."(Yuki)

After a light explanation of Rain's proposal, Lucent looked at Moriah and nodded to each other.

'All right, we'll be Lunn's escort. How about that?"(Lucent)

"What?"(Yuki)

"As a golden priestess, she would be a guest of honor to the king. If not, you can withdraw. For us adventurers, Yuki, choices are not something to be picked and chosen. It is a matter of trial and error, one by one."(Lucemt)

Pushed by the grateful advice and suggestions of a senior adventurer, I made up my mind.

TL Note- The mystery of Lun, I don't know why but the matters are much more than what meets the eye. Lucent...hmm.