CH 30

“Hey, Your Highness! Let’s get to the point!”

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“Yeah, you’re right. We’ve exchanged greetings, so let’s get into it. Everyone, just sit wherever you want.”

Each person took a seat on the sofa in the office.

Normally, everyone would sit facing His Highness, but due to the size of the sofa, that wasn’t possible.

When four people sat on the right side, there were no more seats available.

“Freya, you can sit over here.”

“Y-Yes!”

I sat next to His Highness.

Whether it was during a meal or a discussion, I had only ever sat face-to-face with him, so having his shoulder right next to me made me nervous.

“Now, let me explain about this case. Lest, could you bring out the map?”

“Yes.”

Lest-san spread out a world map. It included detailed information on our country and the surrounding nations, and it was probably a more accurate version than those sold in the market.

His Highness pointed to a specific spot on the map.

“Here. A new dungeon has been discovered.”

“A dungeon?”

“Do you know about it, Freya?”

“Yes. Only in terms of knowledge.”

A dungeon is a large labyrinth where ancient relics are said to be buried.

Great Men who lived in ancient times created a huge treasure house to complement their achievements and results.

Even in modern times, the structure and workings of this treasure house remain a mystery.

It’s only called a treasure house because it’s believed that treasures are kept inside, but no one knows its actual purpose.

Discovering a new dungeon is essential for unraveling the secrets of ancient times, and among the treasures sleeping there, there are many objects that surpass modern technology.

“The legacy of dungeons is closely related to the development of civilization. That’s why every country and organization is focusing on the discovery of dungeons. Our country is no exception.”

“Is investigating a dungeon the purpose of this mission?”

“Yes, it is.”

His Highness nodded in response to Lest-san’s question.

I had a feeling that investigating a dungeon would be more difficult than investigating the black market.

I’ve never even seen a dungeon before, so I don’t know, but I was curious as to why His Highness was trying to conduct such an important investigation with just a few of us here.

So I asked His Highness, “Won’t we conduct a more extensive investigation (larger survey)?”

“That’s the next step. To tell you the truth, there’s no guarantee that this is really a dungeon.”

According to His Highness, they found what seemed to be the entrance to a dungeon. However, they haven’t investigated inside, so they can’t confirm it.

They can’t mobilize the knights based on unconfirmed information.

And another thing, if they’re going to conduct a large-scale investigation, they need to prepare more to ensure success.

“The country isn’t the only one aiming for the dungeon. Various organizations have their eyes on it. Especially, criminal organizations are dangerous.”

“Criminal… like bandits involved in the black market?”

“Something bigger. Recently, there’s an organization called Apharis that’s been expanding their influence. They’re willing to commit acts that go against humanity, such as human trafficking, dangerous drug trafficking, smuggling, theft, and murder.”

I swallowed nervously.

Apharis…there’s such a dangerous organization.

I thought this country was safe.

It only seemed that way because His Highness and the knights were protecting us.

There are invisible evils in the world.

“For those guys, a dungeon is like a perfect prey. Once they find out about its existence, they will definitely come to take it. That’s why we can’t let them find out.”

“In other words, we need to handle things covertly.”

“That’s where we come in!”

“We’ll investigate the dungeon and use our findings for a full-scale raid, or even attempt to clear it on our own. Isn’t that right, Your Highness?”

His Highness nods in agreement.

“We’re an elite team, and we won’t back down even against a dungeon. Freya, I want you to prepare the magic tools we’ll need for our investigation.”

“Understood. What will we need?”

“I’ve already compiled a list. Take a look at this.”

Lest-san hands me a piece of paper.

The paper lists the minimum necessary equipment for dungeon clearing, as well as the characteristics of the magic tools that will be required this time.

“I noticed that sea travel is expected… Are we going to use a ship?”

“No, we can’t use a ship. It would be too conspicuous and dangerous.”

The entrance to the dungeon found this time is located on the sea.

It seems that the distance can be reached by using a ship, but the problem is the monsters that are around there.

“If we go by ship, we will undoubtedly become targets of the monsters. With this number of people, we can’t use a large ship, and interception is also difficult. So, first, we need to think about how to approach.”

“I wouldn’t mind swimming.”

“I absolutely refuse.”

“I’m not good with water either, so please spare me.”

“Besides, it’s impossible in terms of physical stamina. The distance is too far to swim.”

Lest-san was explaining carefully to Gardo-san using the map.

Gardo-san was getting annoyed and rejected it as a joke.

“Freya, can’t you do something with your power?”

“As long as we get to our destination safely at sea, right? then I think we can do something about it.”

“As expected of you. Then please prepare five sets for the number of people.”

“Five sets?”

“Yes, for them and for me. After all, the dungeon is dangerous.”

“I see…”

I wonder if I can’t participate in the dungeon investigation.

Even His Highness is participating…

“Understood.”

I decided in my heart.

I’ll make six sets, including my own.