Is it wrong to try to meet someone in a dungeon?

"Is that so? That's good."

"Hormes, what are your plans?"

"What do you mean? I'm just concerned about the 'commission' I entrusted to you."

"Do you want to drag him into this?"

Amid, who usually remained expressionless like a beautiful doll, now had a reproachful look in her eyes.

"As a therapist, I strongly object. No, I must stop you—"

"Sister Amity".

The girl hadn't finished speaking—

Hermes interrupted him with a smile.

"I've decided to use any means necessary."

"..."

"You just said it yourself, right? That you would give it your all for this."

"..."

"If circumstances allowed, I wouldn't want to do that either—"

Hermes seemed to be reminiscing about the past and deciding to verify the results at this moment.

He revealed a determined look in his eyes and said:

"But I've decided to unleash my 'trump card'."

*

A drop of blood fell from mid-air, creating a ripple.

Legend has it that this was called a "ritual" thousands of years ago.

According to records, when the gods dripped their blood into vessels called humankind, it brought about ascension. This act was both the key to controlling the future and a powerful force to overcome difficulties.

Lefia recalled this incident and focused all her attention on the "divine blood" that had fallen onto her back.

If the power gained at this moment is the key to controlling the future—

If this is the power to overcome difficulties and dispel evil—

What do I want to do next? Or what do I want to accomplish?

(Me)

For Lefia now, this is a true "ritual".

It is the final process of consolidating "determination".

It means leaving yourself with no way out and being prepared to face the challenge head-on.

The word "sacred" seems inappropriate to describe this ceremony.

Calling it "tragic" seems somewhat inappropriate.

(I want to end all of this.)

If you don't do this, you'll stagnate.

At least that much is certain.

"...It's over, Lefia."

The pattern on her back was rewritten with the voice of God, and as a new page was added to the "Family Story," Lefia opened her closed eyelids.

Before me was a dirty and messy room, with wine bottles and antiques carelessly thrown on the floor.

The shrine was a mess because it was rarely cleaned, but Lefia felt that this suited her current mood, so she felt inexplicably relaxed. To be honest, a strange feeling washed over her.

"[Stats] Update Complete - This includes [Level Up] as well."

As Loki said this, he withdrew the hand that was touching Lefia's back.

Lefia, who was completely naked from the waist up, stood up and accepted the replacement paper handed to her.

Lefia Viridis

Lv.4

力量：I0　耐久：I0　灵巧：I0　敏捷：I0　魔力：I0

Magic Resistance: High; Abnormal Resistance: High; Magic Defense: High

"magic"

【Spiritual Bow Light Arrow】

• Single-shot magic.

• Automatically track targets.

【Switch of Fire Javelins】

• Wide-area attack magic.

Fire attribute.

【Elf Ring】

Summoning magic.

• Any magic belonging to an elf can be activated.

• The activation condition is complete mastery of the spell and the effect of the target magic.

• It will consume the mental energy of summoning magic and target magic.

"Skill"

【Fairy Chase】

• Amplify magic effects.

• Only applicable to offensive magic; enhancement effect is doubled.

Double Trackback

• Can be activated at will.

• The magic circle from the previous spell must be maintained.

• Initiation phrase: [Remembering Liberation].

"I have the [upgrades] I retained from before liberation. All the abilities I've improved up to today will be reflected in my potential values."

When Lefia participated in the "expedition" to the 59th level of the unreached realm, her "capacity" had already reached the level required for sublimation, but Loki arranged for her to remain unchanged until her abilities reached their limit.

This restriction has now been lifted.

Lefia reached Lv.4 and gained new powers.

It can be described as a "ritual" to get rid of one's weak self.

What is the final stat value for "Magic"?

"S's 960".

This is to confirm the final value of Lv.3.

It doesn't matter if you only check the "magic" value.

After all, Rafia Veridis is a "singer".

They are people who use "magic" to save their companions or turn the tide of battle.

Conversely, she is an elf who is useless without "magic".

Yes, just like back then, we could only watch helplessly as our "cherished ones" were brutally murdered.

"..."

Lefia placed the refill paper on the burning candle.

Watching the paper burn black, she silently clenched her fist.

Under Loki's silent gaze, Rafia dressed and tied up her thick golden hair with a silver hair ornament called the Silver Hair Tie.

Then, holding the wand "Forest Tear", he turned to look out the window.

In the depths of the street scene outside the window, you can see the setting sun gradually disappearing behind the other side of the city wall.

As the sun disappears, the long night will soon begin.

*

The azure night sky enveloped the earth.

At first glance, it resembles a vast blue ocean, or a quietly burning blue flame.

Emerging from it are glittering stars like jewels and a bright, clear moon.

A clear sky without a single cloud.

Ais couldn't help but think this as she gazed at the sky.

The sky was perfectly calm, without a breathtaking breeze, as if the twinkling stars were radiating warmth. Yet, the reality was quite the opposite, making it hard to believe that the city was on the verge of destruction.

"Now's the time! This moment has finally arrived, Boss! Let's avenge Hassanna and protect the peace of this city!!"

"Calm down, Ilta."

Ais shifted her gaze from the sky back to the ground, where she saw countless adventurers.

The Amazonian vice-captain of the Ganesha Familia, Ilta, roared with youthful vigor, only to be calmed down by his own captain, Shakti. The other members of the Familia, besides Ilta, were equally spirited.

It wasn't just the Ganesha's Kin who were present.

You can also see the Hephaestus Familia and the Dean Clan Familia.

This also includes the Loki Familia, to which Ais and others belong.

Renowned adventurers, blacksmiths, and healers gather in the central area of ​​this plaza—Daedalus Road.

"..."

All around, one could hear loud talking, tense breathing, and restless sounds that couldn't hide the unease in one's heart.

Ais, who was in the middle of it, turned her head to look behind her.

But "that girl" wasn't there.

They couldn't find the elven girl who, half a year ago, had often panicked and messed things up, but had been helping Ais and the others with tears in her eyes.

Compared to the first, second, and third units that attacked from the surface, the fourth, fifth, and sixth units launched their assault from the 9th level of the underground city. This was done to avoid overcrowding and to reach the various locations where the "Fairy Clones" were hiding in the shortest possible distance.

Ais belongs to the Second Division, where Riveria is located.

Lefia belongs to the Fifth Division.

Unlike Ais, who remained on the surface, the girl had already gone to the dungeon and followed the other units to their designated locations. This hadn't even happened when they challenged "expeditions" in areas they hadn't yet reached; Ais reflexively searched for Lefia's figure.

(Lefia... has changed too.)

She appeared remarkably calm as she left the base camp and saw Lefia for the last time.

You can't sense a trace of guilt, murderous intent, or hatred from her.

He simply ignited his fighting spirit within himself, held his magic wand, and focused intently on his duties.

That's right.

The "girl" who worried about being too weak no longer exists.

He simply left Ais's side to go far away. -- No.

Like that "white-haired boy," he has transformed.

With a sense of déjà vu, Ais couldn't help but have the above feeling.

(Therefore—I also have to finish my work.)

Ais closed her eyes and gently touched her beloved sword, which was sheathed.