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nChapter 65

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nSixty-Fifth Episode~ New Weapon and Armor

nToday I go to the Dwarf Brother’s store .

nMore than ten days have passed, so my equipment should be finished now .

nThe equipment is made of the material from the Evil Dragon King .

nI’m excited to see what kind of equipment it will be .

nOne could say I feel naked right now .

nI summon the brilliant silver halberd I borrowed and leave the inn with Rollo on my shoulder .

nI pass through alleys and small side streets .

nWhen I pass one area-oh? Magic essence .

nI detect a presence behind me .

nJudging by the movements of the magic essence…I can expect them to be skilled .

nEven when I change the speed I walk, the presence behind me remains at a fixed distance .

nI’ve refined the sensitivity of presence detection recently so I can sense finer details .

nA dark guild? Or one of the Marquess’ spies?”

nOr maybe a vampire hunter?

nMa, if it’s an ordinary spy, I’ll just leave them alone .

nI’ll hurry to the store where my things are waiting .

nLike that, I turn the corner to the dwarfs’ store and am welcomed by Bonn running over .

n“Enchanto!”

n“N, Nya . ”

nRollo cries out .

nJumping from my shoulder, she runs to meet Bonn .

nAgain, such a strange world…

nHowever, like before Bonn seems to know when we’re approaching .

nPerhaps, does he have an ability like presence detection?

nBut from the black cat and the innocent face, I can’t imagine that .

nBut, maybe?

nThe enchanting magic Bonn used the other day was fantastic .

nHis eyes shone, the mana overflowing from his body .

nWhile thinking about Bonn, I walk towards the store .

nThereupon, one carriage is stopped in front of the shop .

nA luxurious carriage with an armored horse .

nMen are carrying the tools and heavy materials of the smith out of the shops and into the cart .

nGoing by their leather clothes, are they manservants?

nAre Zaga and Bonn moving?

n“Bon, Rollo, let’s go to the store . ”

n“Nya . ”

n“Enchant . ”

nInside the store is a wooden crate with a magic formation carved into it, the materials of the smith are piled up around the shop .

nThey seem to be in the middle of moving .

nThe door inside the disordered shop opens .

nZaga comes out .

n“Yo, Shuya . The equipment you prepared is ready . ”

n“Oh, Zaga . Show me . ”

n…I’m excited .

n“Got it . Get a hold of your excitement and wait a moment . Bon, stop playing with Rollo and help . ”

n“Encha . ”

nOh? The word stopped mid-way?

nThere seems to be a subtle difference from “Enchant . ”

nBonn runs after Zaga .

nAfter I wait, Zaga and Bonn return holding baggage to their chest .

nVarious items are placed on the big desk .

nInterested in what’s happening, Rollo begins to move at my feet .

nLooking up curiously, she sniffs up and down… Keeping her eyes of the two dwarfs . Seeming to want to touch the new items, she jumps on the desk . She brings her nose close to the new items, inspecting them .

nAre you curious about their smell?

nThis time, she prods with the pad of her foot .

n“Rollo, don’t touch yet . ”

nFor now, I’m careful .

n“Nn . ”

nRollo purrs while looking at me, then withdraws her paw .

nShe sits with feet together, motionless .

nShe curious, but she’s enduring .

nAt any rate, this is the new spear .

n…The spear is a halberd .

nI can tell that the equipment made from the Evil Dragon God is excellent .

nIts color is mostly purple, and it’s beautiful .

nThe spear head and the butt, both have attachments to make them weapons .

nThe flat ax-like blade also comes to a point like a spear .

nThe large ax blade shines red and releases mana .

nThe sharp looking spear head is also red, but the pointed end is somewhat black .

nIt looks heavy .

nLooking at this halberd, it appears similar to Sangokushi’s weapon . (TL: I think this halberd is the kind made from two separate blades, the spear, and the ax blade, but I’m not sure . )

nThe powerful general wielding eighteen kilos of halberd .

nThe long metal purple bar holds the ax blades and sharp spear point .

nIn the middle is a partial hand grip .

nThe grip is black . It’s probably the leather of a monster .

nAlso, there are metals fittings for a harness that can be removed .

nIt was made diligently .

nThe butt end of the spear is a little different .

nThere is a large rectangular blue crystal .

nIts four corners are enclosed by purple scales like teeth .

nThe contrasting purple and blue are beautiful .

nThe blue gem sticks out from the enclosing purple scales, shining with a bluer light .

nThis part with an enclosed crystal is clearly a staff .

nAnd, to the end of the red ax blade, the mana from the blue crystal can be felt .

n“…Amazing, amazing, Zaga, this spear . ”

n“…will you name this magic spear cane Burdock?”

n“That feels right . I will probably go with that . ”

nI immediately respond .

nWithout delay, I try using this magic spear cane, Burdock .

nI place the borrowed silver jellium halberd on the ground and wrap my hand around the magic spear cane on the table .

nAh, this, as soon as I held it, I somehow understood .

nThis is my primary weapon .

nI move the spear up and down, getting a feel for it . -Weight, balance, everything is perfect .

nRollo follows the movement of the spear head, her small head bobbing .

n“-It feels good . The point of the red halberd looks sharp, and the blade on its side is large . The long purple metal bar is surrounded by a grip . And, on the butt end is the large green crystal . Everything is amazing . ”

n“Good, good . You like it . ”

nZaga looks excited, showing a pleased expression .

nHehe, such an incredible weapon .

nA smile invades my face .

n“-I am extremely pleased . It’s because of Zaga and Bonn as well as the material . ”

n“Gahaha, you flatter us . ”

nZaga laughs .

nMoving the magic spear cane, the metal catches the light coming through a window, and I see the pattern like the ripple of the sword .

n“…This large red blade also looks sharp . ”

n“Umu . As you can see, the large blade uses part of the red horn . It will produce a fire attribute attack if hit . However, the most brutal part is the rectangular blue dragon magic stone on the butt end . ”

nZaga’s eyes are sharp, he points to the back end and explains .

n“This . ”

nSurely, it’s blue . This large crystal .

n“That’s right . If you inject mana into the crystal, water attribute magic can be released, stronger than a magic gem . However, even greater than the magic is the hardness of the crystal and its flexibility . If someone uses the crystal as a mace, it will be an even more brutal weapon . ”

nHmmmm . Zaga said it’s brutal, but it looks beautiful .

n“Filth will also be removed if mana is injected, so maintaining the blade is unnecessary . Furthermore, its strength has increased because of Bonn’s enchantment, so you won’t have to worry . ”

nOooooh, what a convenient function .

nAll right, all right, all right . After hearing that, the tension increases .

n“…Wao, really . This anticipation is incredible . Now I want to test it . ”

n“Wait, wait, don’t be so rushed . Besides, you haven’t seen the armor and overcoat?”

nZaga seems pleased by my reaction, smirking while he talks .

n“N, Enchanto…”

nBonn nods his head and pats his belly as if to say “Calm down, youngster,” patting me on the back .

nThis, it feels like Bonn-kun is advising me .

nMa, I won’t think about it .

n“…That’s right,, I want to put it on . First is this purple scale mail with the striking design of a dragon . The gauntlets also look good . The purple thigh armor is also reliable . The purple boots connect perfectly with the shins . These grieves . The light gray overcoat is also subdued . ”

nLike that, I take off the ragged armor I’m wearing, remove the arm guard and cuirass I’ve been wearing for so long, and install the new items .

n“Ooh, it’s suitable, like a purple knight . ”

n“Enchant . ”

nIt seems I’ve become a purple knight .

nIt fits around the hips . As expected of Zaga and Bonn .

nThey made the armor from the commander ant, so I already recognized their mastery, but this made evaluate them in an entirely different light .

nIt is truly beautifully made .

nThe bones of the ancient dragon are used in the curve of the chest and other places, making it sturdy .

nIt’s probably closer to full armor than scale mail .

nOn the left side of the chest, there is an engraving of a purple dragon, drawn in a dark purple possessing the luster of the halberd, outlined in silver .

nThe material of the evil dragon king was used as a lining, it feels soft like rubber .

nThere is a hole around the left wrist, and the purple armor on the back of the hands is good .

nMoreover, they resemble thimble gloves .

nI can open and close my hand with no discomfort .

nThis, doesn’t it fire you up? I want to make a pose .

nThe simple construction of the right vambrace .

nFrom from right wrist to the shoulder it exposed the skin… But I think it will be good .

nOn the other hand, the scaly armor on the left arm is characteristic .

nThe hole where the chain ejects looks like the mouth of a dragon .

nThe tail of a purple dragon curls up my arms to cover my left shoulder .

nSolid shaping .

nNot only the appearance was taken into consideration, like the vambrace, but it also has a guard that takes range of motion into account .

nTo make such a thing in around only ten days, they are overflowing with ability .

nThere is a leather belt around the back, I adjust it to make sure it is around the hips .

nA part of the left is also worn . The overlapping purple steel curraiss .

nThe purple scales were used abundantly .

nThe ankles to the toes are also well armored .

n“The scales and bones of the evil dragon king are used, so its strength is foremost . You should also try wearing the belt on the back and this overcoat . ”

n“Understood . ”

nThe overcoat is gray, but in the light there is a slight purple sheen .

nAn emblem resembling a cross and book is embroidered on the chest .

nI wear the gray overcoat . I run my fingers over the smooth cloth .

nI tug one of the corners deliberately .

nDespite its appearance, the cloth is durable, and it also feels nice .

nThe interior also feels cool for some reason .

nThere’s also a hood behind my neck, it’s designed in such a way that the hood is striped with ashy purple .

nThe gray overcoat wraps around so it can cover everything .

nAnd, finally the chest belt .

nI rotate it from the right shoulder of the overcoat to the chest .

nThe belt is fastened at a slant .

nKnives can be stored here, and there is a large number of square pockets .

nSmall items can be kept in these pockets .

nThe bag substitutes for a backpack, and there are metal fittings where the weapons can be attached .

nI probably have the appearance of a veteran adventurer now .

n“Fumu . Won’t travelers be able to see you’re not a person to mess with?”

n“Enchanto . ”

n“Nyan . ”

nRollo raises a voice too, gets down from the table and rubs her head on my purple boot .

nSince it’s a new item, is she attaching her smell to it?

nWhen I’m looking at such a Rollo, Zaga opens his mouth .

n“The specially made cloth the overcoat is made from used a special silver thread extracted from the viscous liquid of silver voruku . Along with a special thread and advanced sewing techniques, a lot of time and effort went into making that . It has physical and magic resistance . And then, did you notice that the inside is cool?”

nIt seems to be .

n“Certainly, it is cool . Is this magic?”

n“That’s correct . It’s thanks to wind and water magic . It’s connected to the black embroidery on the chest . That emblem is the crest of the god of wisdom’s blessing . The origin seems to be modeled after Iliad-kami’s saintly corpse fabric, ma, this is a replica since it used wind and water magic, but the effect is still considerable for the person who wears it . Using Bonn’s unique enchanting, powdered dragon scales were infused into the fabric . It feels like cloth, but its defense is higher than the maximum grade of metal armor . ”

nHoaaa, amazing .

nI don’t know what silver voruku is, but it sounds good .

nAnd the cooling magic is perfect .

n“…Iya, this is extraordinary . Feeling cool while wearing armor will be good . ”

n“Right? In fact, the most expensive one including the defense is the overcoat . I got it from a large trading company, but I’m glad you’re satisfied too . ”

n“Or course . I’m completely satisfied . ”

n“And then, so it doesn’t get in the way during a fight, the overcoat can slit open and be pulled back . Although, that will make the defense in the front fall . ”

nI see, it’s not a soft rubber rail (TL: Beats me), I move to fold up the cloth .

nI don’t think rubber is used, but it is made cleverly .

nIt’s completed here by the fabric and embroidery . The craftsman who made this is another expert .

n“Lastly, there is the blue ancient dragon eye and the scales of the ancient dragon number several hundred . Parts of the teeth were used and sharpened into daggers . The long fangs were made into simple long swords . There are multiple small fangs, but their lengths all made different daggers . I also sold some of the dragon whiskers, but some are left over . As for the meat, tongue, uvula, cheekbones, jawbone, ears, and the portion of sales sold, they came to ten white gold coins and thirteen large gold coins . ”

nOh, wow, large gold coins .

nMoreover, large gold coins are worth are worth a hundred with gold coins .

nThirteen of them, fantastic .

nIt’s such an amount, but captain Cecily refused the reward .

nHonor over money, the hero who chose her duty .

nIf it’s like that, I can understand her bitter expression at the dinner party .

nHer pride is strong enough to refuse a reward from the Marquess .

nThough she isn’t convinced, she’ll continue being called the hero of the evil dragon subjugation .

nHowever, maa…

n“…That’s an enormous amount of money .

n“Yeah, I was able to sell the tongue, jawbone, and ears . However, the one that sold the highest was the ancient dragon whiskers . It’s something that isn’t typically sold on the market . I talked with underground auction about it . It seems to be a unique item . An acquaintance who works at a large trading firm told me . From what I hear, even if the market prices fall this will still be the price . ”

nThe staff of a large trading firm? I heard him mention a large trading firm before…

nZaga has a good acquaintance .

nMaa, the craftsman who makes such an article…

nFrankly, they should have good connections .

n“…That’s surprising, however, for everything and anything, thank you . ”

n“Iya, iya, to have a non-noble customer like Shuya, it’s my pleasure . ”

nZaga laughs unusually .

n“I see, however, so much money…”

n“Fumu . However, top rank adventurers working with large trading companies will handle more . Ma, it shouldn’t be strange for Shuya to become rich . There are still some scales and fangs yet to be sold . ”

nSaying that I take a look at the gold coins and the fangs and scales .

n“…The remainder isn’t actually that much . Zaga, Bonn, thank you . You can even sell the raw materials for proper equipment . ”

n“…Don’t thank us so many times . We’re the ones who want to express our gratitude . For such great material, not even 【Labyrinth City Pernette】 could produce something so amazing . You let us dwarf brothers handle it . Shuya, thank you . Besides…weren’t our gains also considerable?”

n“Haha, that’s right, we both benefited . ”

nWe both smile and laugh .

n“Ah, there’s something else we’d like to request . ”

n“Enchanto . ”

nBonn says as if to communicate “That’s right . ”

nI smile back at Bonn .

nAnd, after placing the scales, fangs, and gold coins in the item box, I remember the carriage stopped in front of the shop .

n“…That reminds me, there’s a wagon out front, are you going somewhere?”

n“We’re going to move to 【Labyrinth City Pernette】 and join a dwarf clan there . We’re able to afford it thanks to Shuya . Our work should increase in【Pernette】 . However, the main reason is that we want more excitement . The materials from the ancient dragon stirred mine and Bonn’s heart . So, we’re thinking of making our name for ourselves in 【Pernette】 where there is better material . ”

nIs that so…

nOra, getting excited . It’s like the Monkey King, trembling with excitement .

nIt’s natural for craftsmen .

n“Starting anew . Congratulations . So you’re heading to Pernette right away?”

n“Ah, our work here is over . It’s still going to take a little time . Also, I was waiting for Shuya . ”

n“Enchanto . ”

nBonn answers enthusiastically .

n“That’s right . …perhaps, I might go to labyrinth city Pernette one day . ”

n“Hou, as expected . We’ll give you a discount when you come to our store . ”

n“Haha, I’ll look for you then . I’m looking forward to your success . ”

n“Gahahahaha, I’ll be waiting . ”

nZaga smiles and shakes his mustache .

n“Well then, I’ll go . Rollo, let’s go . ”

n“Ou, see ya . ”

n“Enchanto, Enchanto!”

nZaga casually raises a hand, Bonn raises both his arms and pumps them .

nI understand he is saying Bye-bye .

nAfter waving back, I leave the dwarf’s store .

nNow then, I’ve got my new equipment…

nShould I resume traveling with popobumu?

nOr should I use the third gate to contact the local people there?

nI will return to the Inn first and then decide .

nThe shadow follows me still . I don’t worry and hurry to the inn .

nAll the way to the inn, I feel the magic essence following behind me .

nKeeping a fixed distance, no contact is made .

nAs expected, when I return to the inn, the presence disappeared, but…

nMa, I won’t worry about it .

nI place the magic spear cane Burdock in the item box .

nI have to register it so I can summon it whenever I want .

nFirst, I take out one copper coin and press storage .

nFirst of all, I place the magic spear in the item box . (TL: Author writes Magic Spear Staff every time, but I’m going to use Magic Spear because it sounds better . )

nNext, I press the person symbol .

nAs always, the outline of a deformed alien is displayed in the window .

nThe magic sword Bitou is shown in my left hand, in my right hand is a blank space .

nI press the blank, and the magic spear Burdock is displayed .

nRight away, I register Burdock in the blank for the right hand .

nEquip Magic Spear Burdock in Right Hand? Y

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nOf course, I select Y .

nI close the window and summon the magic spear .

n-Summoned in an instant, the magic spear settles in my right hand .

nPerfect . For a moment, I dismiss the weapon .

nNow then, should I go to Holkerbam or investigate the gate locations?

nI’ll decide with a coin toss . (TL: Okay, so I did translate that right . ) Heads is Holkerbam . Tails, gates .

nI flip the coin and grab it out of the air .

nWhen my hand opens, the coin is showing tales .

nSo, I decide gate first .

nThe lady who lives in the underground church, I will try to contact the locals .

nTraveling to Holkerbam is postponed .

nI take out the Zohedron Trap .

nI trace the third symbol and activate the gate .

nThe scene on the other side of the gate appears, and the woman is changing her clothes .

nWhen the woman notices the light coming from the mirror, she quickly grabs the front of her dress, covering her small breasts .

nShe corrects her clothes and arranges her hair, then approaches the mirror and bows .

nLike that, she brings her hands together and begins to pray .

nI think I surprised her…

nI’ll go through the mirror .

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