Ch 177
『Title: Is there any place where a lot of crows appear?』
Content: Trying to catch them one or two at a time is so frustrating;
-: What are you doing that makes catching one or two crows at a time so frustrating that you’re trying to catch so many?
-: Did you know that? ㅠㅠㅠ Crows are spiritual beings ㅠㅠ
They have the intelligence of a 7-year-old ㅠㅠㅠ
Are you still going to massacre crows even after knowing this? ㅠㅠ
-: Spiritual beings with the intelligence of a 7-year-old ㅇㅈㄹ ㅋㅋ
If that’s a spiritual being,
What am I, with the intelligence of a 21-year-old adult?
-: Looking at how you talk,
Aren’t you also a spiritual being with the intelligence of a 7-year-old?
-: Do you think 7-year-olds are a joke?
These days, 7-year-olds do English and solve calculus
-: So, are you saying crows also do English and solve calculus?
Damn, they are spiritual beings
-: Caw （Are you still going to massacre crows even after this?）
-『Author』 : Shut up and tell me where to go since I have to finish the Quest （Shut up and tell me where to go since I have to finish the Quest）
-: No, we would tell you if we had ever massacred crows ㅅㅂ
-: What Quest are you doing that requires you to massacre crows?
-『Author』 : No, these guys have been playing the Game wrong ㄹㅇ
Haven’t you done the Quest to get the Raven’s Eye?
-: Ah ㅋㅋ
-: This guy was also a spiritual being with the intelligence of a 7-year-old…
-: Who gets the Raven’s Eye like that ㅅㅂ
-『Author』 : No, then how else do you get the Raven’s Eye if not by catching crows?
-: That makes sense
-: A breathtaking debate unfolds between spiritual beings with the intelligence of 7-year-olds
-: That Raven’s Eye,
You’re talking about the Black Orb that looks like a Raven’s Eye, right? ㅇㅇ
It’s a treasure of the shamans managed at the level of a large tribe
-『Author』 : Ah ㅅㅂ
Then you should have said to get the Black Orb that looks like a Raven’s Eye
-: That makes sense
-: A heartwarming empathy unfolds between spiritual beings with the intelligence of 7-year-olds
-『Author』 : So,
How do I get the Raven’s Eye-like Black Orb?
-: Now you can go to a large tribe with a Grand Sorcerer
-『Author』 : ㅇㅋ Understood
-: And you need to raise the reputation of that tribe to Friendly
-『Author』 : No, suddenly being Friendly is a bit tough, isn’t it?
Okay for now
-: And the conversation function with the warriors of that tribe’s Grand Sorcerer is unlocked; you need to raise the individual Favorability of those warriors to Trust. When doing Favorability, the preferred gifts vary depending on the Guardian Saint they serve, so you need to match that well and give it to them. If you raise the Favorability to Trust like that, a new linked Quest will appear, but the Favorability won’t increase further before the Trust stage. At this time, you need to go around to other tribes and collect three Tokens of Recognition, one from each tribe ㅇㅇ. Then a new Quest will appear that allows you to raise the Favorability to Trust. If you clear that Quest and the linked Quest, the conversation function with the Grand Sorcerer will be unlocked. Then you need to raise the Grand Sorcerer’s Favorability to Trust again.
If you do all this, you can start the Quest to get the Raven’s Eye
-『Author』 : What the hell
✦✦✦
A woman with hollow eyes.
Halona, a Magic researcher.
Her gaze was fixed on Lisir’s hand.
On the Black Orb he was fumbling out of his pocket.
“Oh ho. I sense an unusual Energy. Lisir. What is that?”
“Ah. Duke Pallag. This is━”
Lisir trailed off, examining the Black Orb.
Halona immediately noticed that.
That he didn’t know much about that ‘Black Orb’.
Thus, Halona’s Confusion increased.
That Treasure was not something that someone who didn’t even know what it was should possess.
‘Raven’s Eye…’
The shaman group of the large tribe usually gathers and accumulates power.
To prepare for situations where they can’t handle things with their own power alone.
The essence of power that is completed and managed in that way.
That was the treasure of the shamans called the Raven’s Eye.
That great treasure managed at the tribal level is allowed only to a very small number of people, not only to Outsiders but also within the tribe.
Halona suddenly remembered something related to the Raven’s Eye.
It was a Memory of being invited to their tribe as a ‘Benefactor’ due to her connection with the shamans.
At that time. Halona was fortunate enough to come into contact with the Raven’s Eye.
Under strict Guard, in a very limited way.
…It could be said to be in stark contrast to how it’s being taken out of a pocket like a piece of junk now.
In that respect, Halona’s subsequent Attitude was extremely natural.
“Where did you get that Item?”
A tone filled with blatant Doubt.
Halona said to Lisir as if she were interrogating him.
“Halona? What’s going on all of a sudden?”
Pallag, sensing the strange Atmosphere, hurriedly stepped in between them.
“Pallag. Let me make it clear, that’s not an Item that can be obtained through normal channels.”
“…What on earth is that?”
“Let me tell you that the shamans would rather choose death than hand it over to an Outsider.”
Halona told Pallag in detail what she knew about the Raven’s Eye.
“As such, even the Elders who wield strong Influence within the large tribe cannot take it out. Not to mention handing it over to an Outsider.”
“…”
“Pallag. You must know it too. That the number of possibilities is limited. And that when one of those possibilities is revealed to be true ━ you can get caught up in terribly troublesome things. Perhaps-… No. Definitely. Right now, a large Influence composed of Barbarians will be tracking that Item. Even you wouldn’t want to get caught up in that commotion, would you?”
Okay then.
If you understand, move aside now.
Halona gestured to Pallag, who was blocking Lisir’s path.
“Wait, Halona.”
“…?”
It was then that Halona noticed the anomaly.
Pallag’s reaction to the story that told of the seriousness of the Situation was lukewarm.
Pallag said that he couldn’t understand Halona.
“According to your words, there is someone who can take that Raven’s Eye out, isn’t there?”
“What?”
“The tribe’s Grand Sorcerer.”
“…What are you trying to say?”
“I’m saying that there is a way for Lisir to legitimately obtain that Item. Lisir may have simply received that Item as a gift from the tribe’s Grand Sorcerer, right?”
“…Pallag, what are you talking about?”
One of Halona’s eyebrows furrowed.
The words that Pallag was spouting as if it were natural were too far from Common Sense.
“Coincidentally, Lisir has recently had contact with the Grand Sorcerer.”
“Good heavens. Have you gone senile, Pallag? That’s not the point! There’s no way the Grand Sorcerer would give such an Item to an Outsider!”
Halona was frustrated.
She was already frustrated, but seeing Pallag looking frustrated at her made her feel like a boulder was rolling down and blocking her solar plexus.
“Oh my… This is frustrating… How should I explain this…”
“Frustrating… Are you the one to say that?”
“First, calm down. Let’s hear from the person involved first. Lisir. Where did you get that Item?”
“At that time ━ you know that crow that Dwen introduced me to ━ no, the shaman?”
“Ah! You mean Sirine! Yes! Keep talking!”
“I received it as a gift from that person.”
“I knew it! I knew it!”
“???”
Halona, who was listening to their story, unknowingly raised both palms upwards.
I received the heirloom as a gift from the Head of the Family.
I received the Holy Sword as a gift from the Hero.
I received Unique Magic as a gift from the Wizard.
Where is the convincing part in the words ‘I received it as a gift from the Grand Sorcerer’, which is no different from such nonsense?
“Pallag. Do you believe those words…?”
“Hmm? Why shouldn’t I believe it? Ah. Just so you know, Lisir is a trustworthy person. I, Pallag, guarantee it in my name.”
“No… The problem isn’t personal Trust…”
What is this?
Am I the strange one?
It was like a Civilian visiting a village of one-eyed people and becoming the normal one.
Moreover, it was even more maddening because ‘Archmage Frozen Breath’, of all people, was claiming to be one-eyed.
Halona made an effort to regain her Mind and said.
“Then ━ let’s hear it. Sirine, the Grand Sorcerer and Elder of the Thunderwing Tribe. For what reason did that shaman give the tribe’s great treasure as a gift to an Outsider?”
“Hmm. I’m definitely curious about that too. Lisir. Under what Circumstances did you receive that as a gift from Sirine?”
“While I was practicing descending as a Guardian Saint from Starland, that person suddenly handed this to me and left?”
“Oh ho. So that’s what happened.”
“Th, this is Insane…!”
Halona was horrified.
At Lisir’s appearance of calmly spouting such Insane words.
And at Pallag’s appearance of calmly accepting such Insane words.
“P, Pallag ━ what on earth happened to you…━”
“Now, now. Halona. I fully understand your Confusing State of Mind. First, calm down a bit.”
Pallag calmly persuaded her.
“First, let me confirm, if you have that Raven’s Eye, can the usual Ritual proceed immediately? So. I’m asking if we have a few more days to spare.”
“…Yes. But that doesn’t mean we’re going to use that━”
“Ah, I see. I understand, so calm down for now ━ let’s proceed with other things first.”
“Other things…?”
“Yes. You asked me for something, didn’t you? You asked me to cooperate because there was something to investigate in this City.”
“…”
“Let’s proceed with that first. How about it?”
“If you’re thinking of forcing me to do that using that as an excuse━”
“You know I’m not that kind of person, don’t you?”
“…”
Halona gradually calmed down at Pallag’s appearance, which was too normal for someone who had lost his Mind.
“Lisir. It’s been decided that the usual Ritual will be postponed for a while ━ is that okay?”
“Yes. I received confirmation that the Ritual will proceed smoothly if I have this Item. Now it’s just a matter of time. Isn’t that right?”
“Thank you for your understanding. It’s not much of a substitute, but I’ll try my best to persuade this friend and solve that time problem.”
In a rather chaotic Atmosphere, the exploration of the Ritual was concluded for the time being.
✦✦✦
Late at night that day.
Halona met with him again in Pallag’s Office.
It was to proceed with the work that Halona had requested in exchange for helping Pallag.
She was investigating the mysterious phenomenon occurring in Bondales.
“So. Countless stars are being observed dying in Bondales, and the shamans have entrusted you with the investigation?”
“…Yes.”
“Hehe. The death of stars. That’s quite grand. I don’t know much about Astrology, but isn’t that a pretty big deal?”
“It’s a big deal. Perhaps, things that we can’t handle are happening here.”
“Then there’s no time to delay. Let’s proceed right away. How can I help?”
“From now on, I’m going to chase the Trace of that star. To prevent restrictions on my actions in the process, you can lend me the Status you have in the City.”
“So you’re saying you’re going to cause a lot of problems from now on, and you’re going to leave the Aftermath to me?”
“Exactly.”
After that.
Halona began to busily move around inside the Office and perform the preparations for the Ritual.
“By the way. Your academic passion is truly amazing. Following Blood Magic, Necromancy, and Necromancy, you’re now even dabbling in Astrology. Are you going to dabble in Black Magic next?”
“I’m not interested in Black Magic. Not yet.”
“Hehehe. I’m glad to hear that.”
The preparations for the Ritual were nearing completion as the Conversation went on.
Halona opened the window.
Standing by the window, she nodded after confirming that the stars filling the night sky were visible at a glance.
“Let’s begin.”
Tap.
As Halona flicked her finger, a Light Beam the size of a fist was born from the pattern drawn on the floor.
It moved towards the door.
When Pallag, who was waiting next to the door, opened the door, the Light Beam left the room without hesitation.
Halona and Pallag followed behind it.
“The culprit of the Event may be where that arrives. Just in case, prepare for emergencies.”
“I will.”
Halona’s Expression, chasing after the Light Beam, was full of Tension.
“Hmm…?”
In the meantime.
Pallag let out a suspicious groan.
The Light Beam was wandering inside Goose Manor.
After crossing the hallway for a long time, the Light Beam stopped in front of the door of a certain room.
“So it’s here.”
“This is…”
Pallag stared intently at the door.
Then he burst into laughter.
“What’s wrong?”
“…No. It’s nothing. I just thought it was a good thing.”
“…?”
Leaving behind the puzzled Halona-
Pallag suddenly knocked on the door.
Very politely.
“Wait, Pal━”
“Lisir. I’m sorry to bother you late at night, but I’ll be intruding for a moment.”
“…?”
Lisir?
Why is that name here?
While Halona was in Confusion, Pallag opened the door and entered the room.
Whoosh.
The cool Wind flowing in through the open window greeted them the moment the door was opened.
Lisir.
He had turned off the lights in the room and left the window open.
Just like Halona, who had performed the Astrology Ritual.
“Lisir?”
“Hmm…? Ah. Duke Pallag? What brings you here?”
Lisir, who was sitting on the floor with his eyes closed and concentrating.
He regained his Mind and answered Pallag’s question.
“What were you doing?”
“Ah. I was practicing Astrology. The method of descending as a Guardian Saint that I mentioned at that time.”
✦✦✦
At that time.
The Hero Roera’s Expression, sitting in front of the bonfire, was full of worry.
High-ranking shaman Yoan.
It was because she was worried about the story she had shared about her and Lisir.
Yoan said.
“Let me summarize once again. Lisir. It’s true that that person is completely an Outsider when it comes to Sorcery?”
“That was definitely the case when I last met him.”
“Then, the Identity of the Guardian Saint must be a coincidence created by the special power that that person possesses. Then-…”
Yoan looked at Hamun.
The Anthropomorphic Girl had fully regained her energy, but her power as an Astrologer was greatly weakened.
It was the Influence of that powerful Guardian Saint descending by borrowing Hamun’s power.
“The only way for that person to descend is by borrowing Hamun’s power.”
“Every time that person descends by borrowing Hamun’s power, Hamun loses a significant portion of her power?”
“That’s right.”
Haa.
Roera, who heard the negative answer, let out a heavy sigh.
Rotna, a Comrade, said cautiously at the sight of Roera.
“…Since that person has also become a Guardian Saint, won’t they be interested in learning Astrology now?”
Yoan shook her head.
“No matter how much it is that person, it will take many Years to reach the Mystery of the Guardian Saint. Even considering that person’s special Talent, it will take at least a few Years.”
“A few Years!?”
Yoan frowned, displeased with Rotna’s reaction.
Because those few Years were already a low estimate.
At that time, Gelard, the Party’s Wizard, said.
“Then, if he can’t descend without consuming Hamun’s power, does that mean he can’t exist as a Guardian Saint either?”
They recalled the story that Hamun had told on the day they parted ways with Lisir.
-I can’t feel that person’s Existence.
-That person… is not by my side…
Yoan nodded.
“That is the order of the stars. The flow that briefly deviated from Reason due to that person’s Existence has simply returned to its original place.”
At that time.
The gaze of the audience turned to Hamun.
To that Anthropomorphic Girl who was listening to the story without a word, with a very complicated Expression.
Roera, who was sitting next to her, carefully stroked her head.
“Hamun. Let me make it clear, you have no Reason to blame Herself. Okay?”
“Hero, that’s…”
“Yeah?”
Hamun hesitated.
She carefully opened her mouth.
“It seems that Lisir is learning Astrology-.”
“What? How do you know that?”
Yoan, who was also an Astrologer, reacted the most strongly to Hamun’s words.
“I don’t know exactly… but that person’s star is repeatedly dying and being born…”
What’s with the sudden riddle?
Rotna muttered at Hamun’s words.
Yoan’s reaction was not much different either.
She said to Hamun with a suspicious Expression.
“Are you trying to say that that person’s star is… shining?”
“…No. Literally, they are repeatedly dying and being born.”
Hamun looked into the distance and let out a hollow laugh.
Ah.
They just died again.
✦✦✦
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