Episode 11 Demonstration
The morning of the second day after Ulbert and his friends infiltrated the Baharuth Empire.
They are
The reason they are here is because one of the team of workers guarded by the Shadow Demon has started a mission and got information that they will pass near this forest.
The mission of the worker team is to escort multiple humans. According to the information the Shadow Demon heard, the client was one of the executives who belonged to the Baharuth Empire's military, and the target of the escort was his relative.
For some reason Ulbert, who has experience with Yggdrasil, feels a little creepy, but...
"...But why did such a high-ranking person request a worker?"
Yuri, who was following Ulbert as if to hold back, asked a strange question. Her doubts were justifiable, and she, as Ulbert, was also wondering about her.
When I looked at the Shadow Demon who was walking in front of me to guide me, the demon bowed its head a little as if it knew what it was.
“According to the workers' human beings, the client initially arranged for the empire's soldiers to escort them. Or something like that... In addition to the worker team we were watching over, there will also be a team of adventurers on the escort mission."
"I see... Is the client the kind of person who doesn't care much about discipline?"
If you try to use the country's soldiers for private affairs, it will be angry. Even if they are direct subordinates, if they are soldiers of the state, they are not a private army, but a force that exists for the state's emergencies.
However, if you think about it from a different perspective, the client is someone who can move the country's soldiers as he pleases to some extent, and who will not be fired even if the upper management finds out that he was trying to make it private I know there is.
At the same time as I wondered who the hell he was, I wondered if it was okay to contact him because he was a relative and not the person himself.
It's perfect for increasing your fame, but since you know that the client and the target of the escort are related to the government agency, if you overdo it, you may get strange attention.
It might be better to be a little more careful... while judging in his heart, his name was suddenly called from the front, and Ulbert turned his eyes to that direction.
"Lord Ulbert!"
"I've been waiting for you, Ulbert-sama."
Standing quietly in the forest were Aura with a bright smile on her face and Albedo with a beautiful smile.
When they waited for Ulbert to arrive in front of them, they both bowed their heads deeply at the same time to thank their subjects.
"Good morning, both of you. I'm sorry for calling you so suddenly, Albedo."
"No way! If there is an order, I will come immediately."
"Thank you. I appreciate your loyalty. But... why is Aura here?"
"I didn't ask you about the details of your order, but I thought it would be better to use a beast or a magical beast if you want to harass humans on the plain. I brought Aura with me."
"So that's it"
After receiving a report from the Shadow Demon that the worker team had moved on to a mission, Ulberto immediately contacted Albedo and asked him to prepare a monster to gnaw at him . has used his wit.
Ulbert agreed and nodded once, then turned his attention to Aura.
"I'm so busy, and I'm so sorry. Didn't Peroroncino reprimand you?"
“Yes!
"Is that so... I'm begging you both."
"Ha!"
The two bow their heads at the same time again.
Ulbert also nodded once in return, then turned his gaze to the forest behind Aura and Albedo.
It may not be visible to human eyes, but I could see multiple beings writhing behind the shadows of the trees.
"...These are the beasts and monsters that roar."
“Yes!
"But wouldn't the monsters live in that forest be too weak?"
"Therefore, I'm thinking of summoning a slightly better one and mixing it in!"
"I see, so it's a real hit."
It's getting interesting, and I can't help but deepen my smile.
I don't know what they're planning to summon, but it's about the solid Aura and the intelligent Albedo, so I wouldn't worry too much.
Albedo calmly approached me as if he was watching me while I was taking a break thinking that all I had to do was wait for the workers to come.
"Ah, umm... Ulbert-sama..."
"Hmm? What's wrong, Albedo?"
"... I thought it might be a bit unprofessional, but here you go..."
Albedo held out a cloth bag with both hands.
Ulbert reflexively received it, opened his bound mouth and peered inside. Inside was a bundle of bright green grass, and Ulbert instinctively tilted his head.
I know what's inside, but I don't know why she gave me this thing. But she's a gift from a wise woman, so it must mean something.
Urberto looked at Hotei and Albedo alternately, and unconsciously tilted his head to the other side.
"………this is…?"
“It is a medicinal herb that only lives in the depths of the Great Forest. I know that you are already thinking about the reason why Ulbert-sama is here. I was allowed to
"The reason... No, I didn't think anything of it. Wasn't it bad to just pass by?"
"Huh...? Ah, yes. I think it's a little unnatural."
Although Albedo had a dumbfounded expression for a moment, he quickly covered it up with a big nod.
For the time being, Ulbert entrusted the cloth bag to Yuri, who was standing behind him.
The fact that she handed it over should be justified by ``a chance encounter on the way home from picking herbs''. That would certainly make her more credible and less suspicious than simply passing by. However, there was one point of concern for Ulbert.
“…However, we left the inn early this morning. Isn’t it impossible in terms of time to pick medicinal herbs and come back now?”
“Yes.
As if waiting for Albedo's words, Aura brought three large shadows from the depths of the forest.
Ulbert unintentionally opened his eyes wide at the familiar three-headed beast.
A large, dark horse was approaching in front of Ulbert by Aura's hand.
the name
Overall, it has the same appearance as a horse, but it has bat-like membrane wings on its back, and its elongated tail sways rather than its long hairy tail. The color of its body is too dark, so if you don't strain your eyes, you can only see its silhouette, and its long mane and hoof hair dance in the air like dark flames, flickering even in the slightest breeze. Only her eyes were blood red, and only two red balls seemed to float in the darkness.
One was a level 100 horse that Ulbert used as a cavalry beast, and the other two were probably level 60 creatures created after capturing Nazarick.
After creating all of the 7th floor and creating the Demiurge, Ulbert devoted himself to thinking about what would be necessary for the Demiurge. In addition to clothing, equipment, and magic items, he even created a beast and a carriage for Demiurge, even though he couldn't possibly leave Nazarick. A 60th-level Jersey Devil would be two of the four created to tether the carriage.
Even at level 100, the Jersey Devil doesn't have very high attack or defense power. However, it's only running speed is surprisingly fast, and it's certainly possible to go pick medicinal herbs early in the morning and come back.
Urbert was tempted by the nostalgia welling up in him, and gently stretched out his hand to the face of the horse in front of him. The tip of his warm nose touches his palm, and if you slide your hand over his cheek, the Jersey Devil will rub against his face. Instinctively, he let out a small laugh and looked back at Albedo, who had a worried expression on his face as he might be reprimanded for doing something selfish.
"I'm sorry for worrying about you and helping you. I'd like to thank you, Albedo."
Thank you very much, Ulbert-sama!”
Albedo's cheeks turned red and his eyes sparkled, and Ulberto's smile deepened even more.
She is usually an excellent and beautiful guardian supervisor, but this kind of place makes her look very cute.
Without thinking deeply about anything, Ulbert put his hand on Albedo's head and patted him back and forth as he turned his gaze to Aura. He places his other hand on Aura's small head and strokes it in the same way.
“Thank you too, Aura. I will make effective use of your work.”
"Yes! ... Ehehe"
Perhaps Aura was also happy to be stroked on the head, her cheeks were dyed vermillion and she smiled shyly.
For a while, Ulbert was stroking the heads of the two without getting tired of it, but when he was suddenly called by Yuri's name, he finally let go of their heads.
“Ulbert-sama, the target is approaching here.”
“Finally? Then let’s get started… Aura.”
"yes!"
Aura straightened her back and rushed into the shadow of the forest as if she were jumping. In less than a few minutes, the shadow's darkness roared, and the next moment, many monsters rushed out of the shadows.
A horde of well over fifty monsters rushed in a straight line in the same direction, but Ulbert and the others immediately followed after them.
Ulbert rides a level 100 Jersey Devil that he used as a cavalry beast, and Yuri and Nigun each ride a slightly smaller level 60 Jersey Devil.
He gripped the reins as if pulling them together, and looked back at Albedo and Aura, who had emerged from the shadows, while admonishing the Jersey Devil, who was getting excited with his master on his back for the first time in a while.
“Albedo, Aura, come here quickly!”
“Uh, Ulbert-sama…?”
"What the hell..."
“This one is faster! Aura in the front, Albedo in the back!”
"Huh!!?"
While the two gasped in amazement at Ulbert's words, Ulbert didn't care at all and reached out to them from the horse. First, Albedo was pulled up behind him, and then Aura was scooped up in front of him.
Before they could make a fuss, I kicked the jersey devil's side lightly and sent a signal.
“Albedo, hold on tight!”
Aura, who was sitting in front, could support her with her arms, but Albedo, who was sitting behind her, could not. Combined with the dress she's wearing, she can only sit sideways, so it's hard to balance and it's not always possible that she won't be shaken off.
Hearing Ulberto's words, he fearfully confirmed Albedo's arm around his waist, and sent a signal to the Jersey Devil to speed it up even more.
Surprised by the sudden increase in speed, Albedo put his arm around his waist and clung to his back. Ulbert smiled at her cute girl-like reaction, and she immediately tightened her face and stared sharply in front of her.
Ulbert's jersey devil runs through the forest chasing a horde of monsters without flinching, even with the three grotesques on his back. Yuri and Nigun followed suit, and within minutes the sounds of battle began to be heard from ahead.
Perhaps a swarm of monsters had reached their target.
Seeing that the trees in the forest were cut off in front of him, Ulbert pulled the reins hard to stop the Jersey Devil, and jumped down from its tall height. While Albedo and the others dismounted from their horses, Ulbert rushed towards a large bush He bends down and hides himself, quietly peering into the thicket .
Spreading behind the bushes was a large plain with a great view.
You can see crowds of trees scattered everywhere, similar to the forest where Ulbert and the others are.
And in the middle of the plain, a big brawl was unfolding.
Two large carriages and one wagon. Eight men and women were desperately fighting the monsters to protect them standing in a line. Perhaps they are hired adventurers and workers. but I could see that he was struggling because he was outnumbered.
They would probably win an overwhelming victory if it was an individual defeat. However, as the word "violence of numbers" suggests, no matter how different their levels and abilities are, if the number of opponents is large, they will not be able to keep up and will be forced to struggle.
Ulbert quietly observed their deadly battle while reconfirming that not only the power of the individual but also the power of numbers is important.
"Hey, why are there so many monsters in a place like this!"
"There's still more to come! Hurry up and chant!"
"Why is the Manticore in a place like this!? It should only be found in the abyss of the Great Forest!!"
An angry voice can be heard mixed with the sound of battle.
While slightly admiring how energetic he was, Ulbert slowly stood up and returned to the Jersey Devil so that they wouldn't notice him. He grabbed the reins and looked back at Albedo and Aura while instructing Yuri and Nigun to be ready as well.
"Well then, I'll go over for a bit. You guys should do some sightseeing here."
“Yes, Ulbert-sama!”
“Have a nice day, Ulbert-sama.”
Aura and Albedo knelt at the same time and lowered their heads.
Ulbert nodded once and rode the Jersey Devil again, confirming that Yuri and Nigun were ready, and grasped the reins again. Shift his horse's neck slightly and kick his flank.
The Jersey Devil gave a small snort and followed Urbert faithfully and stepped in the direction he indicated. He takes a detour once so as not to make it unnatural, then accelerates at once and jumps out of the forest to the plain.
Rush into the flank of the group while chanting on horseback.
However
Ulbert pulled the reins to stop the excited Jersey Devil, and while tapping its thick neck, he looked back at the girl he had saved earlier.
"It was a dangerous place. Are you injured?"
"... Ah, you are...!"
The girl opens her eyes wide in amazement and looks up at Ulbert.
However, before she could say anything, she heard a scream from her side, and the girl turned around. When Ulbert turned his eyes to that side, he saw a warrior-like man being attacked by a manticore and three young manticores . and workers try to help, but the monsters in front of them get in the way and it doesn't seem to work.
Ulbert stopped the girl from trying to help her, and in the found, Yuri and Nigun, who had arrived late, rushed towards the man who was being attacked just like Ulbert . , which were blown away and trampled by its hooves.
While the adventurers and workers were amazed at the sudden appearance of Ulbert and his companions, Ulbert jumped off his horse and sent out his life to Yuri and Nigun who were rushing towards us.
"I will protect them. You two should exterminate them."
``It's a great deal...I'm going to use this machine to earn Nigun's experience points. Keep Nigun as the master and Yuri as an assistant.''
"Ha"
Verbal commands and <
In order to prevent further damage, Ulbert rushes in three Jersey Devils to separate the adventurers, workers, and monsters, and waits for everyone to gather around the carriage and wagon, then chants defensive magic.rice field.
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A large hemispherical dome emitting faint light appears, enveloping the entire group, including Ulbert and the Jersey Devil, who is still running around to keep them in check.
Urberto summoned the Jersey Devils and looked back at the adventurers and workers who still had expressions of astonishment and confusion on their faces.
"Unharmed... I couldn't say, but I'm glad you're safe. Leave the rest to us, and you guys should take care of the injured."
"Ah, you guys..."
"This is rude. Sorry for the delay. We are the worker team 'Sabato Regalo'. Please get to know us."
"Uh... hmm, it's Leonard---"
As he briefly introduced himself, Ulbert suddenly looked back at Yuri's name.
I blinked my eyes once, and involuntarily narrowed my eyes at the scene that jumped into my field of vision.
"... huh, this is this..."
What jumped into my field of vision was the sight of all the beasts and magic beasts lying on the ground. And then, like a final boss, it was a giant figure that emerged from the forest.
A huge, thick body with four short, thick legs. There were not just one neck extending from the body to the top of the head, but twelve snake heads swaying in the air. The scales that covered its entire body were bright green, and the way it shone even in the faintest of light was not only beautiful, but also made the viewer aware of its strength.
"...
"...Hey hey, what is that? You have twelve heads...!"
I can hear the voices of adventurers and workers making noise behind me.
As they said, the one who showed up was
It wasn't just a hydra, it was a special one summoned by Aura. In terms of level, it's probably 30, and according to Nigun, it's a monster of threat level in this world.
Judging that even the current Nigun would be a little too much to deal with, Ulbert left this situation to Yuri and lightly walked over to Nigun, who was confronting the Hydra.
"Can you beat me?"
"... I'm sorry. I wonder if it's difficult for me now..."
Just in case, I call out to get confirmation, but the expected answer comes back. Nigun distorted his mouth, which was the only part of his body that was exposed.
I looked up at the twelve snake heads that stretched high above my head while narrowing my eyes at the splendid size and scales.
Now then, what kind of magic should I use... I was scratching my head, and remembering the fact that I had to limit the rank magic I used made me feel annoyed.
In accordance with the level of this world, all the outing group of Nazarick restricted the grade magic they used. Ulbert is up to the fifth rank, and everyone else is up to the third rank.
Among them, I chose fire-type magic, and fixed my gaze on the Hydra that rushed towards me.
No matter how special Aura summoned him, in terms of level and equipment, that Hydra's attack couldn't even scratch Ulbert. However, Ulbert didn't like allowing the first move, so he decided to finish it quickly . let's make it easier with one blow... and gracefully reach out his right hand to the Hydra as if beckoning.
"<
Two fireballs, nearly twice as large as normal, appeared and were shot straight at the Hydra.
Two fireballs hit the armor-like shining scales with a heavy, loud sound like thunder. In an instant, the fireball exploded and a huge flame spread all over the body of the hydra, raining down on the ground and creating a sea of flames. The Hydra screams with all twelve heads and rampages, but its whole body is already engulfed in flames and carbonized, and has begun to crumble. In the blink of an eye, his movements slowed down, and he collapsed onto the blackened ground with the force that caused the earth to reverberate.
It only took a few minutes.
However, Ulbert felt a little sorry for Aura for not being able to stop his breath in an instant.
It would be true to say that she was just a summoned being, but it would not be wrong to say that she was Aura's servant.
Ulbert took a small breath and regained his composure and turned on his heel. He nodded once to Nigun, who was standing behind him, and led him to the carriage where Yuri and the others were.
still being deployed
I welcomed Yuri, who quickly ran towards me, and turned my gaze to them again.
“It looks like everyone is safe.
Call out with a cheerful smile and soft voice in mind.
When their expressions changed from astonishment to bewilderment, they looked at each other and turned their faces to Ulbert and the others again. The two men slowly stood up and walked towards me.
“…First of all, let me thank you.
“I am Hekkeran Termite, the leader of the worker team ``Foresight''.
"No, I just happened to pass by on my way home from picking herbs. Please don't worry about it."
While dealing with them in a gentlemanly manner, I carve the team name and name they said into my memory.
I don't know how much information I can use, but now I need to take in even the most trivial things .
But on the other hand, while he was pondering in his heart how close he should be with them, he suddenly saw a woman coming out of one of the carriages behind them. rice field.
Beautifully combed golden hair and big deep blue eyes. She's no match for Yuri, but she's pretty and well-proportioned. She was wearing a crimson dress that was unsuitable for such a plain, and quietly approached me while gently picking up her hem with her ring-colored fingers.
"...It looks like the crisis is over."
“This is Charlotte-sama!
“What are you talking about?
Adolph called her "Charlotte", and she must be the target of his escort.
I was a little curious as to what kind of person she was because I heard that she was a relative of a country executive, but Ulbert unintentionally opened her eyes wide, not knowing that she was a woman.
Charlotte suddenly looked back at me, and her bright golden eyes and calm blue eyes met.
"Thank you for your help, too. May I ask your name?"
“…My name is Leonard Gran Nagle, the leader of the worker team “Sabato Regalo”. They are my companions, Lillie and Rain.”
"Thank you again, Mr. Nagle."
Charlotte places her right hand on her chest and lowers her head lightly.
Ulbert responded with a single nod, then, sensing his master's intentions, stretched out his hand toward the approaching Jersey Devil. Glancing at Adolph and Hekkeran, who involuntarily backed away, Ulbert stroked him from the bridge of his nose to his cheeks, then pulled his reins and jumped on his back. While feeling the presence of Yuri and Nigun also straddling the Jersey Devil behind them, I looked down at the people who were suddenly down.
"Well then, we'll be leaving soon. Please be careful on the way."
"Please wait"
I was about to leave this place quickly, but Charlotte stopped me before that.
He immediately pulled the reins and looked down at Charlotte while admonishing the Jersey Devil, who let out a small groan in dissatisfaction with being restrained.
"what?"
"
"... what do you mean..."
"I can't say that the same thing as before won't happen again. It would be very reassuring if you guys would be my escorts."
Not only Adolph and Hekkeran, but also the other adventurers and workers did not raise any objections. Observing their expressions and reactions, Ulbert narrowed his eyes to the point where they could not be noticed.
I can understand their thoughts and hearts.
Certainly, if it was just a horde of monsters, they might have been able to deal with it on their own. Even if you run away, you have to be prepared for the corresponding damage. Now that he had seen a part of the power of Ulbert and the other "Sabato Regalo", he probably thought that it would be reassuring if they would accompany him , no matter how frustrating he was.
However…--
"I'm sorry, but I refuse."
The reply from the leader, Ulbert, was extremely curt.
I don't understand their feelings.
However, putting aside the fact that he had participated in the mission from the beginning, under normal circumstances, the act of interfering with or intercepting a single mission would never be praised.
If you break up now, you can end with a little jealousy and a big exhilaration of seeing something amazing. But if you act together, you will hurt their self-esteem and trample their pride. Even if it was an instruction from the target of the escort, even if it was what they wanted, it wouldn't change.
Even if they participate in this mission, if the threats like before come and the mission ends successfully, there is a possibility that the dissatisfaction and frustration that was buried deep in their hearts will be revealed again.
Now that you want to build your reputation and gain a lot of credibility, you can't sow the seeds of such unrest.
Above all, Ulbert's answer, knowing that something like that would never happen again, was a routine answer.
"We also have our own conveniences. Unfortunately, we cannot accept that offer."
"Is that so..."
“…However, it feels awkward to break up like this…Lillie.”
"yes"
"Herb to them"
"...Understood"
Yuri closed her eyes and bowed her head slightly before getting off the Jersey Devil and walking towards Adolph. Yuri took off the cloth bag tied around his waist and handed it to Adolph, who involuntarily flinched at the approach of a peerless beauty.
There are many medicinal herbs inside, and Adolph's eyes widen in surprise.
“This expensive medicinal herb!? Is it really good!?”
"Yes, please pay."
"I pray that the situation where you use that medicinal herb will not happen."
Ulbert smiled and kicked the jersey devil's flank almost at the same time as Yuri mounted it again. The Jersey Devil runs off with explosive momentum without even a bit of a run-up.
They were no longer within a distance from which they could hear their voices, and after running about three kilometers, Ulbert changed direction by manipulating the reins. He makes a big circle and enters the forest where Albedo and Aura are.
After slowing down a bit and running through the trees, he saw Albedo and Aura and ran in front of them.
“Welcome back, Ulbert-sama.”
“Welcome back, Ulbert-sama!”
Albedo and Aura lowered their heads with big smiles.
Ulbert nodded once and showed a smile to the girls who raised their faces.
"Thanks to you guys, the operation is going well. Thank you both."
"No way! It is my pleasure to be of service to Master Ulbert."
“Ulbert-sama, you were cool!”
I somehow felt like Albedo emphasized his own name when he said it, but it was probably just my imagination. Rather than that, Ulbert smiled bitterly at the fact that it took longer than he expected.
Albedo, who is in charge of Nazarick's management, and Aura, who is in charge of Peroroncino's assistant, can no longer be held back.
Ulbert is <
"I'm sorry I've been with you for so long....I had it connected to the Mausoleum of Nazarick. This <
“Thank you, Ulbert-sama.”
"Please convey my gratitude to Peroroncino. Aura was very helpful."
"yes!"
Beside Albedo, who lowered his head again, Aura smiled happily.
Knowing that they wouldn't move until he did, Ulbert kept his soft smile on his face as he pulled the Jersey Devil's reins. He manipulates the reins to turn the horse's neck backwards.
Turning his back to them, Ulbert raised his hand behind him as a greeting and kicked the Jersey Devil in the side.
Ulbert unintentionally deepened his smile at the Jersey Devil, who started running at a slightly slower speed than before, and then bent down a little and stroked his neck . devil's speed suddenly increased.
Ulbert took Yuri and Nigun with him and ran straight towards the imperial capital.
Finally (?) the team name of Ulbert's workers has appeared!
"Sabbath Regalo" means "Gift of the Sabbath".
I exposed my lack of sense... (sweat)
*This time's fabrication point of Ulbert-sama :
Devil's Yamiko < <Jersey Devil>>;
It has the appearance of a horse with bat-like membranous wings and an elongated tail. The color of the body is too dark, and unless you look closely, you can only see the silhouette, and only the eyes are crimson like blood. His long mane and hoof hairs are like dark flames, swaying constantly in the slightest breeze. His attack power and defense are low, and his running speed is surprisingly fast.Nazarick currently has two level 1
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