𝐋𝐚𝐫𝐠𝐞-𝐬𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐞 𝐬𝐮𝐛𝐣𝐮𝐠𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧
The large-scale subjugation begins with the unit responsible for the shallow layers, securing a route to the deeper layers before the follow-up teams deploy.
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Therefore, it was much later that Luke and his team entered the dungeon.
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“Being a former temple, even the dungeon is impressive.”
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Alma mutters with interest while looking around.
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The walls and floor are made of stone, and magic torches are placed here and there, making it easy to walk.
“The monsters in this area are dealt with by the advance party, so we should be able to reach the bottom without any problems.”
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“Speaking of which, in a large-scale subjugation, the rewards depend on the results, right? How is that calculated?”
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“I will take care of that.”
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A slender man with black hair, holding parchment, responded.
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“I apologize for the late introduction. My name is Holst Wright. I will serve as the recorder for the Rampart team. As a royal archivist, I assure you of fair documentation.”
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“I, I see, that’s impressive for a large-scale subjugation. Even recorders are part of the team.”
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Thus, the Rampart team descended further into the dungeon with recorder Holst.
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“Aaaaaahhhhh!!!”
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The scream, like tearing silk, was heard when they reached the fifth layer.
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A figure runs towards Luke and his team, who were headed for the stairs leading down.
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“Trinal Triples?”
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It was the trio of Tommy, Thomson, and Thomas.
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All three, with tears in their eyes, stumbled and stumbled towards them.
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They were already battered, barely able to run.
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And then from behind them. . . came the form of a demon beast chasing them.
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A giant spider-like demon beast, an Oni Spider.
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“What is this thing?! Magic doesn’t work at all!”
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“Poison! We’ve been poisoned! Help us!”
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“Ahhhh, it’s no use!”
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The three frantically cast magic, but the Oni Spider relentlessly pursued without flinching.
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Luke sprang into action.
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He slipped through the three and thrust his sword into the belly of the descending Oni Spider.
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At the same time, he quickly shielded himself with his cape from the dripping saliva and the fluid spewing from the wounds.
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The magic-resistant cape smoked and melted.
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The Oni Spider struggled for a while but eventually stopped moving and transformed into magical essence.
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“Oni Spiders are immune to magic. We should have learned that at the academy. But to think they would appear in such shallow layers. . .”
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Luke shakes off the fluid from his sword, muttering in surprise.
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“Poison! Someone cast a detox spell!”
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“Detox potion will do too! Doesn’t anyone have one?!”
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“Papa! Mama! It hurts, it hurts!”
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The Trinal Triples were in complete panic.
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“Calm down. The poison of the Oni Spider is not immediately lethal, so there’s no need to panic.”
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“Don’t joke with us! We are the sons of Avaris! If anything happens to us, you’ll pay!”
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Luke’s words seemed not to reach them.
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They didn’t even realize that Luke had saved them.
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“Hey, what are you doing! Get back to your posts immediately!”
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Another soldier rushed over from the depths of the dungeon, shouting angrily.
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“Really, panicking and running at the sight of a monster. . . This is why I can’t stand these pampered royal guards. . . Wait, this is Rampart Margrave!”
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The pursuing soldier recognized Sir Wilfred and saluted him with great respect.
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“I am so sorry! Not only did we let the monster escape, but we even led it to Margrave! Are you injured in any way?!”
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“We are unharmed. More importantly, please tend to these people. We must head downstairs.”
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“Rampart Margrave. . .? Does that mean. . .?”
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The three finally realized who had saved them.
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“It’s good that there’s no serious harm.”
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“D, Don’t be ridiculous!”
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Tommy barked with a face flushed with shame.
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“Just so you know, we didn’t ask for your help! Don’t get cocky over this!”
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Thomson nodded in agreement.
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“Exactly! We just lost our composure a bit, that’s all! With our true strength, such a monster would be. . .”
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“Enough from you lot!”
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“Ah!”
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The three shrank back at the soldier’s reprimand.
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“Your incompetence has caused trouble for the other squads! If you’re royal guards or soldiers, complete your assigned duties properly! Understand?!”
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“Y, Yes, sir!”
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“If you understand, then return to your posts immediately! The monster is still out there! The medics have antidotes, don’t trouble the other squads!”
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“Yes, sir.”
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Startled by the soldier’s shouts, the three hurriedly ran off.
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“Really, so many underestimate this layer because it’s shallow. I’m sorry for the extra trouble.”
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The soldier wiped the sweat from his forehead and smiled.
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“It’s nothing serious. You’ve done well on your mission. With soldiers like you, this layer is in safe hands.”
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“I’m honored by your words, thank you.”
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The soldier saluted Sir Wilfred again and continued with a serious expression.
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“But please be careful. There are more monsters this time, and even shallow layers have demon beasts like demon spiders. It’s likely to be more dangerous than before.”
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“Understood, I’ll be cautious.”
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The soldier saluted Sir Wilfred once more and then turned to face Luke.
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“That white hair. . . Aren’t you the one who saved the women kidnapped in St. Arrogas?”
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“Yes, but why do you ask?”
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“Oh! I knew it!”
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The soldier hugged Luke, trembling with joy.
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“My sister was saved by you! I don’t know how to thank you enough!”
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“Was she? I’m glad your sister is safe.”
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“Yes! We had almost given up hope of finding her! Your actions saved our entire family!”
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The soldier exclaimed, then placed his fist on his chest.
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“I’m Jack Wars of the St. Arrogas perimeter guard! I promise to repay the favor for saving my sister.”
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“My name is Luke. This is Alma, who was with me when we saved your sister.”
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“What a surprise! You are the daughter of Rampart Margrave! Thank you very much for helping my sister!”
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“No, I didn’t do anything special. . .”
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The three exchanged firm handshakes while introducing themselves.
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“After this mission is over, come to see my sister! She always says she wants to thank you in person.”
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Jack said this, waved his hand, and went back to his post.
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“Well, let’s hurry on. We don’t want to get caught by the reinforcements.”
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The Rampart team started their subjugation again.
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Alma smiled at Luke as they walked.
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“Luke, that was great.”
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Luke returned with a cheerful smile.
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“Yes, what we did was not wrong.”
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“Mr. Luke, one demon spider defeated on the fifth level.”
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Holst noted it down on parchment.
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