Volume 3 - CH 14

Chapter 14-Undeliverable and dangerous signs

(TL:By Rafael)

As a result, we were not able to broadcast Marina's Adventure Meal.

This is a good thing because the correct data was obtained, but at the same time, it is a challenge because the inability to deliver at this location means the current inability to deliver the discovery of the "Valley of Death" and thus the "Temple of the King".

We need the sensationalism of accidentally finding the "King's Mausoleum" ......, so we might as well set up a distribution facility starting from this encampment point.

"Too bad ......."(Marina)

"Well, we have a recording. We can stream it when we get back."(Yuki)

"I know, but you know what? It's a little strange that we can't do that, since we've had the delivery going all the time."(Marina)

Well, I don't blame you for feeling that way.

"Yuki-san , before we take a rest, let's check tomorrow's schedule."(Silk)

"Yes, let's do that."(Yuki)

I replied and looked down at the map.

I have already made a simplified map based on the route up to this point and the story of Nene, who had conducted the advance scouting.

And the predicted location of the "King's Temple" is not far from the current location.

We only have a rough idea of its location based on the literature Prince Mastoma found, but at this rate, we should be able to find it tomorrow.

If the situation permits, I would like to do a light internal survey.

If there is an "overflow," we need to confirm the scale of the overflow and the danger level of the monster monsters.

It is risky, but we are the only ones who can bring back information.

"First, we need to confirm the location of the "King's Temple". Next, I would like to check the surrounding area, and if possible, check the location inside as well."(Yuki)

"What is our return itinerary?"(Silk)

"If it takes too long, we will camp here again and return. I don't want to take on too much in an unfamiliar place."(Yuki)

They nodded in agreement.

"......!"(Rain)

"......?"(Silk)

As soon as I finish, Rain and Silk look around nervously.

A moment later, Nene and Marina readied their weapons.

"Yuke, this is ......!"(Marina)

"I know."(Yuki)

I nodded to Marina, who nervously gripped the hilt of her black sword, and I prepared my own reinforcing magic.

At that moment, the air in the vicinity changed.

Rain, who was alerted by magic, and Silk, who sensed the transformation of the spirits, were the first to detect it, but at about the same time I also understood the change in the situation.

My cheeks ached as if they were tingling.

"It's weird. I've never felt anything like this before."(Nene)

"Calm down, Nene. You're my best bet. Can you check the perimeter for me?"(Yuki)

"I'm on it."(Nene))

"Take it easy. I just need to know what's going on."(Yuki)

The  "sound deadening oil" that was planted in her boots also seems to have been used. I confirm that Nene has vanished like a shadow without substance, and I grant some strengthening magic to my companions.

'Sensei, it's scary ....... ......"(Silk)

"You'll be fine, Silk. I'll take care of the situation."(Yuki)

As I answer, I try to rationalize away the fear that wells up from deep within me.

I guess it is the same for everyone else.

I don't know what kind of information Nene is bringing, but I have a pretty good idea what is causing it.

This sensation is due to the presence that has overflowed from the labyrinth.

The "King's Mausoleum" is still a long way away.

How could a presence reach such a place?

One may never know when, where, or what might come out of the labyrinth.

"Yuki-san, I'm back!"(Nene)

"What's the situation?"(Yuki)

"There's a group of  monsters in the east."(Nene)

"How many?"(Yuki)

"About twenty, I'd say."(Nene)

It's not a very big group.

But there's something else I should ask.

"What kind?"(Yuki)

"They're... ...... mixed."(Nene)

"......"(Yuki)

......That's not good.

It's bad no matter what you think.

There are stages of labyrinth collapse.

First, there is "floor breakage beyond the hierarchy."

This is a phenomenon in which monsters that normally do not exist in the upper levels of the labyrinth rise up from the lower levels.

If the labyrinth is a tight one, the situation and the damage are quickly publicized and often dealt with.

Next is "overflow."

Monster  that have been ravaged by the "floor breaker"  directly come out of the labyrinth.

At this stage, they are still bound by the rules of the labyrinth.

For example, the Crocodile-Headed Wolf Dire Wolf appears as a pack of Crocodile-Headed Wolf Dire Wolves, and the Ox-Headed Demon Minotaur can only wander around alone or in pairs.

And then there is the "stampede."

This is a situation in which the monsters of the labyrinth overflow in droves and indiscriminately ravage the surrounding area.

In this phenomenon, monsters swarm together regardless of their race.

In other words, they become one "stampede" of monsters.

The report from Nene this time was more like an "overflow" and less like a "stampede."

Still, it is outside the rules of the labyrinth, so we can never be too careful.

"Silk, let me ask you a question."(Yuki)

"Yes, what is it?"(Silk)

"Do you think it's possible to go back at night?"(Yuki)

Silk nodded a little silently at my words.

"Yes, it is possible. There is a risk, but I think it is possible just to go back."(Silk)

"I see. You all heard that, right? It's going to be a tough march, but we're going to go all the way back to La Jo from here."(Yuki)

"Yes, sir.  leave it to me to lead the way."(Nene)

Nene, who had just returned, once again took the lead.

I'd like to give her a rest, but I have to let her do her best.

Anyway, it's a speed game.

"Silk, ask Biblion to be on the lookout for surprise attacks. Rain, you'll take care of the sensing magic. We have yet to investigate the nighttime  monsters. If we encounter them, we'll have to go at them headlong."(Yuki)

"Understood."(Silk)

"Got it."(Rain)

"Let's go. Marina, you'll take the lead."(Yuki)

"Leave it to me!"(Marina)

I myself, having finished giving out the instructions, checked the scroll of magic scrolls on my waist and the magic to be given to use, and looked forward.

"All right, then, let's go. After recovering our strength here. Let's run as fast as we can!"(Yuki)

TL Note- I predict a artificial overflow and you?