Chapter 281: Ix´s major remodeling

Chapter 281: Ix ́s major remodeling

Everyone started to act immediately. It was quite a responsibility, because if the dark jobs found out, the strategy would be ruined and the other party would be able to escape or make a move to reverse the situation. But everyone cooperated. Nostra-san, who came to Freetia yesterday, also cooperated.

In addition, Saba Can's verification group and Hokages group will also cooperate. I'd like to thank them...I'm not used to information warfare.

Then I got a text from Rook saying that the duel would be held on Sunday night due to the dark summoners' schedule. My opponents are the two dark summoners from the tournament. Instead of fighting them both at the same time, they asked me to fight them consecutively.

I think they were trying to prevent Lily from becoming a dragon, but the fact that they took the trouble to give me more time is proof that they don't doubt their victory. I was told by Saba Can-san that such a post had been confirmed on the dark job bulletin board.

According to Saba Can-san, the verification team is hiding in the dark in order to verify and get information about the dark fallen jobs. In other words, a spy. This is information from that spy. I'm sure of it.

I'll show those who are so sure of victory that there are no absolutes. Before that, I'll appraise the bioethanol now that it's finished.

Bioethanol: Rarity 5 Material Item Quality D+

A fuel that can be made by fermenting certain vegetables. It can be used as fuel for small boats and other engines.

I actually forgot about it and Kiki told me about it...thank god it doesn't seem to deteriorate or anything.

I've never seen cars use it, so I guess it's used for ship engines. I don't think the Reich Empire or Veinreef will build a tank someday.

I had to negotiate with the Reich Empire, so I headed to Freetia Castle.

"Are you serious when you say you want to negotiate with the Reich Empire?"

Princess Sarah asked me and I told her the situation. Princess Sarah was convinced.

"I see...using people who have fallen into darkness is something that the Reich Empire might consider. But what kind of negotiations are you planning?"

"I think the Reich Empire is really interested in Ix, so I'm going to negotiate with Ix"

"Are you planning to hand over Ix-san to the Reich Empire!?"

"There's no way I'm going to do that...Ix is my summoned beast, you know?"

I was shocked that they thought I was someone who would do such a thing.

"Th, That's right...then what?"

I tell Princess Sarah.

"I see...then the Reich Empire has no choice but to give in"

"But I thought I had to talk to Freetia about this negotiation"

"That's the right decision...I can't make this decision on my own, let my father decide"

"I understand"

I told King Gran everything and he gave me permission to negotiate with them on one condition. The condition is, of course, that the same information be given to Freetia as to the Reich Empire. This condition is obvious, I guess. Ix's information is that dangerous.

I really didn't want to give the information to any country, either. We have to be careful about how things will turn out. I hope we can avoid war.

I asked to negotiate with the Reich Empire and it was decided that it would take place the next day at noon. This is because I want to convince the dark summoners to the very last minute. If we act early, they might notice us. It would be best to aim for the last minute.

After that, I headed to the dwarven village. The reason for this is to procure materials for Ix's weapon and magic stones for summoning. I have a lot of money, so I'm going to strengthen Ix at once.

After I finished shopping, I tried to summon first, but failed. Damn...it's hard to summon a Lesser Ogre. I guess that's how strong they are, but...it's a shame.

I head to the battleship and quickly make a weapon for Ix. We'll make a medium range search radar, headgear, wing unit, stun net gun, energy ring and tail energy laser.

Medium Range Search Radar: Ex Machina's exclusive weapon

Armed with ears that can search for enemies in mid-range.

An armament that adds the searching skill.

Headgear: Ex Machinas exclusive weapon Weight 5Updated from novelbIn.(c)om

Armed with night vision, eagle eye and shooting skills.

Wing Unit: Ex Machinas exclusive weapon Weight 10

Armament that adds flight skill.

It will consume magic power when flying.

Stun Net Gun: Ex Machinas exclusive weapon Weight 10

A weapon that shoots out a net of electric shock.

When caught in the net, it causes paralysis and restraint.

Energy Ring: Ex Machinas exclusive weapon Weight 5

A ring-shaped weapon that can move freely in the sky.

Armament that adds throwing maneuver skill.

Tail Energy Laser: Ex Machinas exclusive weapon Weight 10

A weapon with an energy laser in the tail of the wire.

Armament that adds rapid-fire skill.

A terrible amount of money has been spent...I guess this is what it means to raise Ex Machina. Well, it's money I'll use someday. It's hard to gather that much material just by dismantling and mining.

And now Ix has a bunch of skills! The mid-range search radar, headgear and wing unit are still a must.

I chose the stun net gun because I thought it would be useful for wagyu hunting. The energy ring and tail energy laser are totally my hobby!

I feel romantic about weapons that fly in the air. I chose the tail energy laser as a means of attack other than handheld weapons.

I quickly put in the materials, made the weapons and Ix updated her equipment.

"Oo! That's so cool!"

"Master. That is not a compliment in response to a woman. I demand a redo"

That's true But Ix, with her mechanical wings, headgear, rings on her shoulders and a sword and a gun in both hands, is definitely cool.

I have no regrets about spending so much money!

But since she asked for a redo, let's start over.

"You're looking pretty, Ix"

The tail especially looked really good on her.

"So Master likes tails after all...I'll report it to Lily and the others"

Hey, wait a minute. What do you mean! After all! Haa!? I knew it! She's still using the link skill.

But when I think about it, I feel like I'm carefully brushing the tails of Koihi and Wako...no, that was at the request of Koihi and Wako. So maybe...maybe not...

The armor seems to have been altered by the entire Ix, riding on a conveyor belt. I was wary of what they were going to make me do, but it seemed to be in vain.

Then a change in status occurred.

Name Ix Ex Machina Lv39

Vitality 71

Magic Power 71

Strength 5671

Defense 5671

Agility 5671

Dexterity 5671

Skills

Flight Lv1Lv3

Machina Armament Lv15

Night Vision Lv1

Eagle's Eye Lv1Lv2

Shooting Lv1

Analysis Lv5

Detection Lv14 Searching Lv15

Throwing Maneuver Lv1Lv2

Rapid-fire Lv1

Reflection Lv1

Conversion Lv4Lv5

Link Lv7

Magic Recharge Lv5

Hmm. I guess I won't have to update her equipment for a while.

And when I went into battle with Ix, I lost as usual. I was reminded of the strength of a fully armed Ix. The energy ring was flying at me and I couldn't do anything about it if she kept firing at me with the energy gun and tail energy gun. In the previous battle, I had been able to close the distance and finish her off, but there was no way I could match her speed when she was equipped with thrusters.

"It's my first victory over the Master"

"Ku...one more battle!"

"I'll take it"

Once I fight, I can take measures. Next time, I'll escape Ix's attack and finish her off when she runs out of energy.

"Master is a monster"

That's rude. I was desperate. If Ix hadn't aimed at me correctly, I would have been out of options.

"Indeed. I've learned. Master, let's play again"

"...Next time, it's the Scarlet Ring"

"Silver sword, please"

As a result, I lost. But I haven't ricocheted yet, so there's still a chance...oh no!?

"I see. There is also a technique to make it reflect off the wall. It will be a learning experience"

"Ku...link skills is prohibited"

"Since this is a training exercise, learning what Master is thinking is also a training exercise, so I refuse"

That may be true, but it's not good to leave it like this...I have no choice. But to acknowledge Ix's strength and get serious myself.

"I've fought enough with Master, so please, everyone"

You think you can win and run away? Ix's learning ability is unbelievable. Until noon, I trained and regained my fighting instincts. Then, I recovered Ix's magic power. Now she'll always be ready to fight in a duel.

Name Ix Ex Machina Lv39

Vitality 71

Magic Power 71

Strength 71

Defense 71

Magic Power 71

Dexterity 71

Skills

Flight Lv3

Machina Armament Lv15

Night Vision Lv1

Eagle Eye Lv2

Shooting Lv1Lv2

Analysis Lv5

Searching Lv15

Throwing Maneuver Lv2

Rapid-fire Lv1Lv2

Reflection Lv1Lv2

Conversion Lv5

Link Lv7Lv8

Magic Recharge Lv5Lv6