Re:Zero: Starting from the Great Transformation

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next moment.

The branch was cut cleanly in the middle.

The fracture is as neat as a mirror.

At the same time, the sword in my hand also broke.

Perhaps it was unable to withstand the power of the sword of light, or perhaps the magic wood was too hard.

This iron sword that had been with me for several months finally reached the end of its life. After cutting off the branch, it broke into two pieces neatly.

I casually threw away the half-broken sword, took out the armor-piercing sword from my waist, and continued to sprint forward.

dodge.

Swing the sword.

mobile.

Swing the sword.

Just keep moving forward step by step and never retreat.

Although I didn't use the Light Blade again, the power of the Armor-Breaking Sword was just enough to deal with the hard demonic wood, easily cutting through the branches with almost no effort. As I gradually approached the root of the demonic wood, there were almost no branches left that could attack me.

Because of the height, the number of branches that can touch the ground is limited.

After I cut off several of them, they no longer posed a threat.

I eyed the incoming ice cautiously.

Then he quickly approached Sarah who was trapped in the roots.

I swung my sword and severed the roots that bound Sarah.

Before her body was about to fall, he quickly held her in his arms.

The girl's body was cold, yet very soft.

"Sorry for the wait."

I whispered to myself in her ear.

Then, before the next round of ice attacks fell, he turned around and ran away as fast as he could.

Adventurer: 38, Blazing

After rescuing Sarah.

Without looking back, I carried her on my back and ran away.

The speed of the demon tree's movement is incomparable to mine.

In less than a minute, I ran out of the attack range of the magic tree, but that doesn't mean that my current situation can be said to be safe.

Sarah is still in a coma.

The forest is full of monsters.

If I encounter an opponent that requires a tough fight, I will not be able to take care of Sarah who is still in a coma.

So we must find a safe place as soon as possible...

As I pondered this, I heard a subtle movement from the girl's lithe body behind me. Her golden hair brushed against my cheek, and a hesitant voice reached my ear.

"Ron..."

"Are you awake, Sarah?"

"Is this the afterlife? Why..."

"Although you're not dead yet, we're not out of danger yet. Stay quietly on my back and leave the rest to me. I'll find a safe place to stay as soon as possible."

"……Um."

Sarah whispered back.

I could feel her body relax slightly, pressing against my back in a softer position. Now that Sarah was naked, what was she going to do once she found a place to stay?

But now doesn't seem to be the time to think about this issue.

In short, find a safe place first.

……

It took about an hour.

I found a cave at the edge of the forest, and inside it was a snake-like monster whose name I couldn't remember.

After killing it, Sarah and I temporarily settled down in a cave.

Having said that…

Because Sarah was not wearing anything, I didn't know where to look for a moment, so I took off my coat and handed it to Sarah to put on.

Sarah took my coat that was completely soaked in blood with a complicated expression.

Do you think it's too dirty?

"Sorry...it's a little dirty, but I'll just make do with it for now."

"..."

Sarah didn't say anything, but put on her clothes silently.

"You take a rest by the fire first. I'll go outside to set up some things and be back soon."

"Ah."

Seeing that Sarah was normal.

I left the cave and sprinkled the powder that could repel monsters around the outside of the cave.

Speaking of which...

It seemed like this was the first time Sarah and I had spoken since what happened that day.

I always feel like I have a lot to say.

But no matter how I started, it seemed a little abrupt.

……

By the time I got back to the cave, Sarah had already put on my coat.

Although it didn't fit her at all, at least it didn't leave me with nowhere to look. In the light of the campfire, Sarah's figure looked thin and slender, which made me feel pity.

Only then did I notice that Sarah had many wounds of varying sizes on her body.

Frostbite, contusions, bruises, fractures...

He was able to endure such an injury without making a sound.

For adventurers, this should be commonplace, but even so, I was moved by the resilience of the girl before me.

I took out a few healing magic scrolls from my gear.

"Can I do it myself?"

"……Um."

Sarah whispered back.

She didn't refuse my help and started healing herself after taking the scroll.

Take advantage of this time.

I'm also ready to deal with my own situation.

I found a stone from the corner of the cave and used my armor-piercing sword to cut it into a thin shape.

Sarah stared at me with wide eyes.

It seems that he doesn't understand my behavior.

"call……"

I took a deep breath and thrust the thinned stone into my abdomen.

"Pfft-"

Even though I have extensive experience in caesarean sections, I couldn't help but grimace in pain at this moment.

I used to use the sword I carried with me, but now the sword was damaged during the battle with the magic tree, and the armor-piercing sword cannot be used, so I can only make do with this for now.

I used a stone to cut open my stomach, found the magic crystal that had become very small, and took it out.

Because of the series of battles.

The magic crystal that was originally the size of a ping-pong ball is now only the size of a pigeon egg.

As the magic crystal was removed, the strengthening effect of the Dou Qi entanglement receded like the tide. Pain, soreness, and fatigue instantly surged through my body, nearly causing me to collapse.

But luckily, I've already confirmed that the surroundings are safe, so I don't need to worry for now...

"you……"

Just when I was about to use the magic item to heal the wound.

Sarah's slightly hesitant voice came from the side.

"Do you have to rip open your stomach like this every time you fight?"

"It can't be considered every time, but if we want to fight with all our strength, this is the only way."

I wiped the cold sweat from my forehead and forced a smile.

"Now you should understand why I don't want to team up with others? It's easy to scare others."

"No, actually, in your situation, it's better to form a team..."

Sarah seemed to cheer up a little.

You actually have the leisure time to complain about me.

After the wound healed, I was still exhausted.

I was too physically exhausted during this battle and I'm afraid that my body has been damaged. I need to recuperate for a few days after returning.

Having said that, it is not without gain.

The holy-level secret technique of the Sword God Style, the Sword of Light.

Although the success was unintentional, I have mastered the feeling, just like an old water pipe that has finally been unblocked and will never be blocked again.

In other words.

I am now a sword master.

The long-term efforts have finally borne fruit, which is undoubtedly a good thing. Although it is a bit inappropriate, I still feel a little excited.

When I came to, I found Sarah staring at me across the campfire.

Her snow-soft skin looked even whiter in the firelight. Perhaps her body had finally recovered from the cold, and her skin looked rosy and delicate.

She hugged her knees with her hands and curled up.

It reminds me of the time I chatted with her all night not long ago.

So cute.

By the way, speaking of which...

"This is back to you."

I pulled the feather-shaped earrings from my pocket and handed them to Sarah.

Sarah was stunned for a moment.