Zongman: The wrong person on the ground, double Shenwei at the beginning

If I hadn't been so exhausted from the previous battle and mentally disoriented, how could I have been fooled by such an idiot!

The most frustrating thing in the world than being schemed against is being schemed against by an idiot!

Kroe's expression turned cold.

"If you're looking for someone, hurry up and get there, don't block my way."

Upon hearing this, the cat-woman leisurely took out a rather thin, blunt rod-shaped weapon wrapped in white cloth from behind her back and held it horizontally in front of her chest to block the way.

"Although I don't know who you are, my intuition tells me I can't let you leave me."

"Can you identify yourself if you are a suspicious person appearing at the scene of the battle?"

Kroey was amused by the situation and gritted her teeth as she pulled out her dagger.

"Since that's the case, then I'll show you what I'm capable of!"

Vito, that madman, can kill me in an instant, and Rod, that weirdo, also has some incomprehensible tricks up his sleeve, but surely I can't be so bad as to be unable to beat even one of Orario's random cats!

Let this silly cat know the true value of a "black cat"!

She had just gotten into position when she saw the other party calmly pull off the white cloth—revealing a long spear with exquisite craftsmanship and gold inlay. The confident expression on her face froze instantly.

Kroe's eyes widened instantly.

"A long spear for gold processing, could it be...?"

Chloe had heard of it.

Within the [Goddess Faction], there is a cat-person adventurer known as the [Fastest], wielding a silver spear, who actually has a younger sister.

The title bestowed upon this golden gun wielder, who vanished from the world's sight without anyone noticing, was—

"You are the [Chariot's Clone]?!"

Upon hearing the title Chloe mentioned, the cat-girl drooped her ears as if she were very sad.

"It's been so long since I've heard that nickname, meow..."

But it only lasted a moment; she quickly rallied and retorted with a lively smile.

"The cat is just an abandoned cat named Anya. I've never heard of any 'Chariot Clone' meow!"

With that, she spun her spear in the air and gracefully assumed a fighting stance.

"The cat has to knock you away quickly, then go find Rod the cat!"

"Hmm...bring it on if you dare!"

Despite making some tough threats, Chloe, who had just experienced a major battle, was almost killed on the spot by Chloe in just one exchange.

"Huh? So you're a cat-person like a cat, meow?"

With her hood pulled up, Chloe glared fiercely at her opponent.

"You bastard, are you trying to kill me...?!"

"Since we're of the same kind, doesn't it get tiring to keep talking like this, meow? I advise you to stop pretending and just be yourself, meow!"

Kroy seemed to hear a snapping sound from a thread in her heart.

"Whoa!! Stop spouting nonsense! You're not allowed to interfere with my business!"

"Oh, that's it! I always feel like you smell like a cat, meow!"

"Don't compare a cat to an idiot like you, meow!"

"Who are you calling an idiot, meow?!"

The two catgirls stood at the alley entrance, meowing and arguing back and forth, neither willing to back down, their cat ears twitching.

"The cat knows what's going on, meow! In the words of the gods, it's 'role duplication,' meow!"

"Who's playing the same role as you, meow!? Look closely, meow, this cat is a 'cold beauty' with a long figure and tail, meow!"

"Hmph, but cats have bigger breasts, meow!"

"You, you dare...!!"

Anya stood with her hands on her hips, puffing out her chest triumphantly. But when Roy saw this, she was even more furious and immediately lost all her composure.

Just as the two were arguing fiercely, footsteps came from the alley.

Anya's eyes lit up, and she eagerly tiptoed to peer inside.

Kroy's expression froze instantly.

Oh no, I'm hooked up with this silly cat!

Rhodes and Lunova, who had mostly recovered, walked over slowly, first greeting Anya with a smile.

"Anya, thank you for saving me."

Anya lowered her head shyly, her tail drooping limply.

"Actually, the cat didn't help me at all..."

Rhodes shook his head, his gaze lingering on the golden spear for a moment.

"No, I know that you must have made a great decision to pick up that weapon again, so I understand."

Anya hugged the golden gun, her pretty face slightly flushed, and her tail wagged happily.

Then, he looked at Chloe, who was still trying to sneak away, and said with a half-smile.

"Hey, isn't this the famous Black Cat? Didn't I tell you not to leave? What are you doing here?"

Seeing this, Kroy gave up the idea of ​​running away, turned around, raised her neck, and glared angrily at Rhodes.

"The cat did try to assassinate you, but it failed, didn't it? Why are you chasing after it so relentlessly, meow?!"

Upon hearing this, Rod sighed regretfully.

"So that's what Chloe thinks of me. I admire your skills and wanted to invite you to join my organization."

Runova, determined to drag others down with her even if she herself had been tricked, immediately countered Chloe's excuse.

"It's not about joining the Astrea Familia, it's about Rhodes' own organization!"

Chloe looked at Lunova in surprise, never expecting that this lone traveler, just like her, would be persuaded by Rhodes.

Lunova looked at her, covered in wounds, and sighed inwardly.

"If he can accept me, there's no reason why he can't accept you."

The black cat resembled her in some ways, and Lunova secretly hoped that the cat could join her and become her companion.

"People like us who have been wandering for so long, it's time for us to want a warm home."

Kroe looked conflicted, both anxious and nervous.

From the very beginning, during its time in the criminal organization, this stray cat had never interacted with anyone and lived a solitary life, not knowing how to join a group.

Chloe believes that this is much more difficult for her than taking someone's life.

However, a series of events that happened today have quietly changed her preconceived notions.

So far, all she has experienced is mutual killing; there are only two choices: life or death.

But today, she encountered people who, after arguing and even fighting each other, were still willing to chat and laugh with her.

Even though she had just been arguing with Anya, she actually felt a little happy inside.

And this was the first time she had ever been sincerely and proactively invited...

"8 AM to 6 PM, two days off per week, stable salary, quarterly bonus... a cozy apartment with its own bathroom... custom-made weapons and potions..."

With each word Lunova uttered, Kroy's heart skipped a beat.

"And if your contribution is enough, you can ask handsome Rod to pat your belly and tail, it's not impossible~"

"!!!"

Damn it, how could they say something so tempting that a cat simply couldn't resist!

Koro, who couldn't wait to agree, saw Lunova's teasing look and forced herself to shout loudly.

"Cats are free spirits and won't obediently listen to others; cats can do whatever they want..."

As Chloe roared against her own will—

Suddenly, a "gurgling" sound came from inside.

This lovely sound came from Chloe's belly.

“…”

Krooi, stiff with rage; Anya, dumbfounded; Lunova, blinking blankly; and Rhodes, struggling to suppress his laughter.

Contrary to her stubborn and defiant demeanor, the catgirl, who was honestly making empty stomach noises, quickly blushed crimson.

"It seems your body is saying that you need to be fed."

Rod laughed and then stretched.

"Alright, let's all go to [The Abundant Mistress] for dinner!"

"Speaking of food, how could I forget my integrity and beauty!"

Alexie, full of energy, jumped onto Rhodes' back as if descending from the sky, rubbing her pretty face against his neck with delight.

"Hey, Rod, I knew you'd be alright!"

Liu landed lightly, adjusted her mask, and coughed softly.

"I saw that sword move that fused with magic from the sky. Rhodes, you've really gotten stronger. Let's train together again next time!"

Kaguya walked gracefully (secretly wiping away sweat) from the other side, glanced at Ryu whose ears were turning red, and spoke without any politeness.

"Oh dear, if some useless fairy wants to curry favor with Rhodes, at least surpass me in swordsmanship."

"W-What? You want to fight? Kaguya!"

"It's been a long time since I've taught them a lesson; even a half-baked one isn't enough!"

"Then come on, the way you're talking is infuriating!"

Ryu and Kaguya's sudden, inexplicable arguments that escalated into physical fights left Lunova and Chloe stunned.

"The seemingly innocent Star Maiden, what's her personality like behind the scenes...?"

Chapter 79 Alexie's Intuition, Setting Off [Leveling Up Alone] (Please Subscribe, Please Vote~)

Lunova and Chloe sighed in unison, covering their foreheads.

It feels like the filter shattered into pieces with a snap.

Lyra put one hand on her hip, her eyes sweeping warily over Lunova and Chloe.

These two guys always give off a dangerous vibe.

But the next moment, she inwardly mocked herself for overreacting; her paranoia had almost become a habit.

Since he's someone Rhodes approves of, there must be no problem, right?

She raised her eyebrows and turned to tease Rod.

"Why do you always pick up two girls every time you go out? If this continues, the Court of Stars might become overcrowded."

Not far away, Jun Suzuki and Izumi Shimomura stubbornly declared that they would not be picked up, but rather snatched away!

Rhodes stroked his chin, deep in thought.

"Now that you mention it, I do need to take advantage of the current low prices to buy a few properties."

This is a rare "dark period," when housing prices are at their lowest!

After all, he also planned to have people from other worlds accept his favors and then come to the dungeon to fight monsters and level up, while also fulfilling his wishes and making a lot of money.

Those guys need a place to live too.

"Leila, keep an eye out for cheap properties for me, especially in areas where dark factions often cause trouble and prices are unusually low."

Lyra's eyelids twitched, and she immediately guessed what Rhodes was planning.