Episode 12 Nazarick's Long Arm Spreads Out
Early mornings in Peroroncino these days.
To be precise, it was yesterday, but from Peroroncino's point of view, it felt like he had already woken up early for about a week.
Well, that's all right... Peroroncino was once again in his bedroom on the 9th floor of the Great Underground Tomb of Nazarick, and was gently spoken to by the general maid who was in charge today.
"Dear Peroroncino, Dear Peroroncino..."
"... uh, hmm...,... is it time to wake up already...?"
“Sorry for being so early in the morning. Albedo-sama would like to see you, but what should we do?”
“…Albedo, but…?”
Wait, did you make a promise with her?
Even though I'm still a little sleepy, I think about it with a dull head, but I can't think of anything at all.
But her visit so early in the morning might indicate some emergency.
Once Peroroncino gave a big yawn to drive away his drowsiness, then stood up from his bed and turned his eyes to the maid again.
"I understand. I'm sorry, but can you let me through here?"
"Understood"
Once the maid deeply bowed her head, she turned on her heel and quickly left the bedroom.
They probably went to call Albedo, who was probably still in the corridor.
After confirming that the maid had completely left the bedroom, Peroroncino reached for the armor on the nearby table. Before they come back, they put it on quickly, and repeat small movements such as smoothing the wrinkles of the cloth and checking the condition of the wings.
Around the time when the wings had settled neatly and the armor had been put on properly, Albedo, who was accompanied by the maid, and for some reason, Aura entered the bedroom together.
"Excuse me. Good morning, Peroroncino-sama."
"Good morning, Peroroncino-sama!"
Although it was early in the morning, Peroroncino nodded once, smiling and saying that he was in good spirits.
"Oh, good morning. It's unusual for you to come so early. What happened?"
“I apologize for disturbing you so early in the morning. Actually, Lord Ulbert contacted me earlier and gave me a life, but I think Aura's power is essential to carry it out perfectly. .”
Albedo bowed his head deeply and explained, and Peroroncino nodded once.
Perhaps Ulberto's business was an urgent matter. Otherwise, Aura herself wouldn't be able to come here even to wake up Peroroncino.
What the hell did he ask for... While tilting his head inwardly, Peroroncino naturally spoke affirmative words.
"I don't mind. Temporary doesn't take that long, right?"
"Yes. Probably about half a day is fine."
"Then you'll be fine. Come help Mr. Ulbert firmly."
"Yes, Master Peroroncino!"
Aura nodded broadly with a beaming smile at the second half of what she said to Aura.
Albedo, still bowing his head, opened his mouth again while he couldn't stop his facial muscles from relaxing.
"I will accompany Aura and fulfill the orders from Ulbert-sama. Until then, I am thinking of entrusting the protection of Nazarick to Demiurge, is that all right?"
"Ah, well, Demiurge hasn't left yet."
"Yes. It took some time to identify a good place, but according to the schedule, we are planning to leave tomorrow."
"Demiurge is the commander of the defensive warfare, so it's fine... Well then, I'm counting on you. I'm also planning to search the Great Forest today, so tell Demiurge to let me know as soon as anything happens .
"Understood"
Albedo and Aura bowed once again and quietly left the room.
After seeing them off, Peroroncino took a deep breath, and was completely awakened from sleep, so he decided to leave the bedroom without going back to sleep.
After leaving the bedroom is the living room, which is the main room.
In the living room, the gorgeous breakfast that was probably prepared while talking with Albedo and the others was laid out on the table, and the maid who woke me up earlier was quietly waiting with a smile next to it.
"Mr. Peroroncino, breakfast is ready."
“…Oh, it looks delicious today too.
A small smile spills out unintentionally at the bright and energetic maid from the morning.
Peroroncino, hiding his languid face with his helmet, now walked over to the table to eat.
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A vast forest that covers the Great Underground Tomb of Nazarick and Carne Village.
Known as the Great Tobu Forest, it is said that the deeper you go, the deeper the darkness spreads due to the branches and leaves that block the sunlight.
It's almost impossible for humans to enter, so to speak, it's a complete beast and monster realm.
But that's all there is to it.
Like ripples spreading from one place, many strange shadows spread rapidly into the depths of the great forest, centering on Nazarick.
The commander is a golden one with a transcendental aura.
All the beasts and magic beasts living in the Great Forest were frightened by the shadows of the strange creatures, and feared that Birdman's gaze would be directed towards them.
However, the sharp twinkling eyes behind the golden helmet were quietly directed at a certain monster.
"Today, I'm going to look for the 'Wise King of the Forest'!"
“'Forest King' Deska……?”
At Peroroncino's sudden declaration, Cocytus mysteriously uttered a question.
Mare, who was standing next to him, just quietly stared at Peroroncino and Cocytus alternately.
“I heard from the villagers of Carne Village that there is a strong monster called the 'Wise King of the Forest' in this Great Tob Forest.”
While sorting out the information he had heard from the villagers of Carne Village, Peroroncino began to explain the "Wise King of the Forest".
According to them, the "Wise King of the Forest" is a powerful monster that can even use magic, and lives in the great forest around Carne Village . They have been living for hundreds of years. A silver-white four-legged beast with a snake's tail, it may or may not understand human speech...
Originally, Carne Village didn't have a proper fence because the entire area around the village was the territory of the "Wise King of the Forest", and other beasts and monsters were afraid to approach it.
If it's such a strong monster, it's a man who wants to see it at least once!
Besides, a monster that can understand human language should be quite rare, so it might be a good souvenir for Momonga who likes rare things.
"That's why I'll do my best to catch the 'Wise King of the Forest'!"
"... awe marimashita"
"I was afraid."
Cocytus and Mare bowed their heads together, not paying any heed to Peroroncino's careless shout. However, as soon as they stood up, they turned on their heels and stepped forward to give instructions to their subordinates who were waiting behind them.
If one of the supreme masters, Peroroncino, desires that magical beast, we, as Shimobe, must respond to it quickly. If Aura was here, they would probably be able to find it more quickly, but they told themselves that it couldn't be helped if Aura wasn't there.
Albedo had already told her that she had suddenly been assigned to another mission by order of Urberto, and even without her, Cocytus and Mare began to motivate their subordinates to meet Peroroncino's expectations. Tell him the characteristics of the "Wise King of the Forest" and start searching from Nazarick to the area around Carne Village. Mare went into the forest to give general instructions, and Cocytus stood half a step behind Peroroncino, also acting as a guard.
Peroroncino doesn't just stand by and takes Cocytus into the woods.
Utilizing the Nobushi's special skills, he collects flowers that are thought to be medicinal herbs, researches the levels and characteristics of beasts and monsters that inhabit the area, and has Cocytus write them down. ., I captured two of each type of beasts and magical beasts I found without exception and sent them to Nazarick.
As expected, it is a vast forest that should be called a large forest, so there are a lot of beasts and magic beasts living in it, and there are various types . I muttered to myself, I suddenly saw Marley pushing through the bushes and approaching me, and I turned my attention to that direction.
"Pe, Peroroncino-sama! I found it!"
"Oh, did you find the 'Wise King of the Forest'!?"
"T-Maybe... I think so..."
Peroroncino nodded once to reassure me and patted his head lightly.
Even if they were mistaken, if they were to be mistaken for the “Wise King of the Forest”, they would still be strong magic beasts .
"It's okay, Mare. Please guide me."
"Yes!"
Marley nodded strongly, then turned on her heel and went back into the thicket .
Dive through many bushes and trees, tread on uneven ground, and go deeper and deeper into the forest.
The scenery gradually darkened, but Peroroncino's eyes did not complain of any inconvenience, and they simply proceeded through the forest with Mare's guidance.
After walking for a while, I saw a large cave.
Is the size of the entrance about 2.5 meters? Peroroncino stopped in a space that even Cocytus could barely enter without lowering his head and stared at the darkness inside the cave.
Deep inside the cave.
Certainly, I could vaguely see that something big was slowly moving up and down. Judging from his slow movements, he might be asleep.
When Peroroncino made that decision in his heart, he twisted his head slightly.
What does it mean to fall asleep without noticing that there are three suspicious people at the entrance of the cave where he lives? Are you that stupid, or are you confident in your own power? I don't think it's a complete failure.. .
Thinking of possible possibilities, he twisted his neck more and more.
Peroroncino put his head back in one go and looked back at Cocytus, who was waiting behind him.
"...Please wake me up for a moment."
"Awesome Mari Masita"
Cocytus thanked his subjects and entered the cave with great strides .
Perhaps they noticed the sudden temperature difference, and I could see a large shadow moving .
"...Who the hell are you, who has invaded a certain cave?"
A slightly high-pitched voice suddenly resounded from the magic beast.
Involuntarily raising a voice of admiration at the fact that there was information that he could understand human speech, Peroroncino tilted his head slightly.
I wonder if I misheard, but it sounded like I spoke some old-fashioned words...
Aside from Peroroncino's bewilderment, Cocytus, who was confronting the monster, kept his eyes on the monster with a calm mind.
“I am Cocytus, guardian of the Great Underground Tomb of Nazarick.
"Sure! I am the 'Wise King of the Forest'!!"
(Hmm... I certainly didn't hear it wrong...)
"I want to go before Gao, who is the supreme being of Raga. I will seize that body."
"Kuku-ku, stop catching a certain! It's impossible for you to win against a certain!"
(But I've only heard of "something" and "gozaru" in old video materials.)
While watching the two of them having a serious conversation, Peroroncino muttered his heart in a carefree way.
While Peroroncino and Mare were watching, suddenly two giants collided vigorously in the cave.
Cocytus spreads its four thick arms to catch the huge body that thrusts in from the head. The magic beast probably tried to blow Cocytus away, but it was no match for it because it was completely caught. exoskeleton makes a loud, sharp sound, and something like a whip is flicked vigorously. The whip-like object tried to run away, but Cocytus grabbed it with his big hand and stopped it. While adjusting the force so as not to tear it, pull it up a lot.
"No!?"
With a dumb astonished voice, the magic beast's huge body floated up and was thrown out of the cave as it was pulled. The huge body that had been dyed in darkness was exposed to the sun, revealing the whole picture of the magic beast.
"Th-This is………!!"
Peroroncino unintentionally let out a voice of surprise at the figure that was so far from his imagination.
Blinking his eyes busy behind the helmet, he gulped down his saliva once and then spoke “that word” as if confirming it.
“…This guy is… a giant hamster with a snake tail, huh…!?”
Just as Peroroncino said, it was a super-sized Djungarian hamster.
The upper half of the face and the back are covered with gray fur that resembles brown and the dark brown fur that draws a single line, while the lower half of the face and belly are covered with white fur. Black eyes with no white eyes so big that I thought she would pop out. Two characteristic front teeth are peeking out from its mouth, and the hands and feet with surprisingly sharp claws are those of a hamster. Aside from its gigantic body, which is larger than a horse, and its long snake tail, it looks like a hamster no matter how you look at it. There is no doubt about it because I was shown an image by a guild member who had a hamster before.
"Nu!? Who are you guys!? Are you friends with him!?"
A monster that looks like a hamster notices the presence of Peroroncino and others and raises a belated cry.
Peroroncino tilted his head as he checked Cocytus coming out of the cave from the edge of his vision and wondered how he should react. I stare at the magic beast while folding his arms in front of his chest.
"... Ah, you're definitely the 'Wise King of the Forest', right?"
Just to make sure, I'll try again to see if I made a mistake.
The magic beast turned its big black eyes to Peroroncino, blinked and moved its pink nose.
"Sure! I am the 'Wise King of the Forest'!"
"... Ah, isn't it..."
I should be happy that I'm not wrong, but why do I feel so sad...
With a dry smile on his mind, Peroroncino took a deep breath just once to regain his composure.
I can't deny that the identity of the "Wise King of the Forest" was so unexpected that my plans were a little out of order, but I decided to completely ignore it.
Peroroncino once again turned to face the magic beast to catch this hamster-like as soon as possible.
At first, I was thinking of leaving everything to Cocytus, but the only image I can think of is that Cocytus accidentally kills the "Wise King of the Forest" because he looks too weak.
Just in case, Peroroncino instructed Cocytus and Mare not to let him escape by just waving his hand.
"Lie down!"
What was activated along with the words was Level I of <Roar of the Beast V>.
You can intimidate and frighten your opponent, hinder their movement, or put them in a panic state.
As expected, the effect was outstanding even against the hamster-like, and the magic beast suddenly collapsed on the spot with its black eyes moistened. The beard, which had been growing pintly, hangs down weakly, and you can see that it is trembling even from the top of the fur.
"... I'm surrendering. I'm surrendering."
He was weak as if begging for his life, yet desperately squeezed out his voice.
While Peroroncino was slightly overwhelmed by the unexpected effect, for the time being
As I was about to send Cocytus to Nazarick for now, I was struck by the feeling that something was connecting in my head. She unconsciously raises her head and lets her gaze wander overhead.
"I'm sorry, Miss Peroroncino. Can I have a little bit now? "
“Momonga-san?
"Actually, I decided to go to Carne Village at the request of an adventurer. People other than Narberal and I are heading there on an escort mission, so I thought I'd report it to Mr. Peroroncino..."
“Eh, is that so!? Ah… Then, should I ask the village to withdraw the golems that are on loan?”
"...I think it's safer that way."
"Right..."
Peroroncino let out a sigh and opened his mouth again, thinking about the future.
"Understood. When are Momonga-san and the others scheduled to arrive at Carne Village?"
“Probably around noon tomorrow. Besides me and Narberal, there are five people accompanying me, so please let the villagers know if necessary.”
"Understood. Just in case, let me tell you."
Peroroncino
“…I have a little urgent business. I'm going to Carne village now, so Mare should come with me. When you return, please resume your exploration of the Great Forest.”
"Awesome Mari Masita"
"I was afraid."
Mare immediately jumped up and down towards Peroroncino, and Cocytus was still lying down, walking towards the "Wise King of the Forest". He grabs hold of the snake's long tail, bows to Peroroncino, and drags it along.
Uneven ground, stones, grass, and bushes. The magic beast itself didn't feel pain because of its fur, or perhaps it was frightened that it would be killed if it made a fuss.
I'm a little worried about whether it's okay, but I think it's okay.
Rather than that, I have to hurry to Carne village now.Since Momonga and the others will arrive at Karne village around noon tomorrow, there is already no time left and no time.
Peroroncino thought for a moment, then made up his mind and reached out to Mare.
"I'm sorry, Mare."
"Fluffy!?"
Mare's surprised voice resonates with Peroroncino, who speaks lightly.
Peroroncino put one arm behind Mare's knee and picked it up as if scooping it up. He cradles him as if he is sitting on one of his arms, and spreads his two-to-four wings wide. With a powerful flap, Peroroncino flew up into the sky with Marley.
"Pe, Peroroncino-sama!?"
"I'm sorry, it's faster to do this. But you don't have to be afraid. I'll hold you tight."
"Huh!?"
As soon as Marley's cheeks turned red, she let out a maddened voice. But when he decided that Peroroncino was scared, he put more force into his holding arm and hugged Mare's little body tightly. line through the sky.
The goal is Carne Village at the edge of the forest.
Not only was it an obstacle-free airway, but Peroroncino made full use of Birdman's characteristics to reach the sky above Carne Village in the blink of an eye.
Once it flaps its wings and stops in the air, it gently descends to the ground.
“…That, Peroroncino-sama?”
"Ah, it's Master Peroroncino!"
"Hey, Peroroncino-sama is here! Tell the village chief!"
"Hello, Peroroncino!"
The villagers who noticed Peroroncino's existence raise their voices one after another.
All of them had bright smiles on their faces, and even Peroroncino couldn't help but smile at the fact that they had deepened their friendship.
Peroroncino swooped down gracefully to the ground and turned his attention again to the villagers who had gathered since Marley had dropped to the ground.
"Sorry for the suddenness. Is the mayor here?"
"Yes, go call me now..."
"This is Master Peroroncino! Nice to meet you!"
Interrupting the villagers' words, the village chief approached us with a big smile.
In response to their warm welcome, Peroroncino gently exchanged greetings.
However, as soon as he tightened his face, Peroroncino briefly told the village chief and the villagers present why he had come to this place. At that time, he never reveals the true identities of the adventurers Momon and Nabe, and tells them that this Information is also from his Shimobe.
As soon as the village chiefs had a group of strangers coming, Peroroncino spoke out with a soft voice to reassure them.
“Just in case, I will collect the golems for the day tomorrow.
"Dear Peroroncino... Thank you for your thoughtfulness."
"It's outrageous. Also, I don't think it's possible, but if the knights ask about the person who saved this village, they will continue to say that 'three mysterious travelers helped' and 'other than that.' I don't know anything about it."
“Yes, I understand.
Hearing the village chief's words, all the other villagers nodded with serious expressions. Peroroncino nodded once, and asked the other villagers to tell the story. .
Looking back at them, Peroroncino let out a small sigh.
The words I said earlier, ``Let some invisible Shimobes stand by in the village,'' were a lie, but since the true identities of the adventurers Momon and Nabe are Momonga and Narberal, Shimobes. don't have to wait for
What's important now is how we can erase the traces that the monsters were in this village.
However, when he decided that there would be no problem if he left it to Mare and Aura , Peroroncino first gave instructions to Mare. ground, including in and around the village, and give orders to erase any traces.
Marley once bowed her head deeply and quickly ran into the depths of the village to carry out the order.
Looking up at the sky for some reason, Peroroncino just prayed to the sky that tomorrow would pass safely, thinking about Momonga and the others.
* Peroroncino-sama's forgery point this time
・<Beast's Roar Ⅴ>;
A beast man's special technique to intimidate the opponent. Just like Momonga's <Aura of Despair>, it has five stages, with low power it can frighten the opponent and hinder their movement, while full power can put them in a state of panic and depending on the level difference they can drive them to madness. There is no effect against 100Lv opponents.
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