Chapter 132.1
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Chapter 132.1
[Part 1/4]
It was a night of the full moon. The pale and large moon faintly illuminated the snow-covered mountains of the northern region, enveloped by the forest.
"Haah, haah..."
Several figures moved through the densely snow-covered forest. Among them, one figure clearly lagged behind, struggling to keep up with their colleagues, while exhaling rough breaths.
Judging from the attire and mask, it might not be immediately apparent. It was a boy who appeared to be in his mid-teens, possibly not even an adult yet. He stopped in the shade of trees as if taking a break, hunching over and panting, a pathetic sight.
...Well, that's me in a nutshell.
"Are you okay? If you're tired, should you rest?"
After staying in that spot for a moment, a colleague who seemed to sympathize with the situation approached me. Coming closer, they made a suggestion in a whisper-like voice. I recognized the voice; it was Yahiro.
(These servants all wear similar masks, so it's troublesome to have to ask every time just to know who's who...)
Internally, I let out a somewhat wry chuckle. I hold my breath. Then I lift my head.
"Haah, haah... heh, I'm fine with this much. Just keep going ahead without worrying about me."
I smiled defiantly, despite tasting the metallic tang of blood in my mouth. ...Of course, they wouldn't see my expression because of the mask.
"...You're putting on a brave front, huh? Well, hurry up and catch up. Don't lag behind."
"Got it... Hey, didn't those words just sound a bit strange?"
There's no answer to my question. Shrugging my shoulders, I resume running desperately to catch up with everyone.
...Yes, we were dashing through the forest like black shadows with minimal conversation. We were sprinting energetically, yet there was hardly any sound, not even the noise of footsteps, due to the unique method of walking and breathing we synchronized. Except for me.
"Darn... is it useless!"
I curse under my breath, my face reddening. Unfortunately, I haven't completely mastered the breathing technique yet, which was the main reason I got out of breath earlier. It's truly humiliating. I've practiced it so many times, haven't I?
"...!"
My colleague leading the way noticed and signaled with a hand motion. Simultaneously, we all stopped running and took cover behind various objects. And then we peered out from the shadows of the trees to catch a glimpse of the enormous silhouette.
"..." Ñøv€lRapture marked the initial hosting of this chapter on Ñôv€lß¡n.
"..."
"..."
Receiving the scrutinizing gazes of the surrounding servant members, I headed towards the designated spot according to the instructions.
"Don't get down. ...If things get dangerous, we'll support you, okay?"
"Yeah. I'm counting on you."
Yahiro whispered as he passed by, and I replied briefly. Suppressing the indescribable awkwardness, I entered the thicket with a firm grip on the spear. I peered at the target once more.
According to the information, there were two medium youkai as targets. One was already being dealt with by the others. We had to take down the other one... that monstrous deer. If the reports were accurate, it had already attacked two villages, ambushed merchants on the city road, and caused over a dozen casualties. It definitely had to be dealt with.
(Exterminating a pest... Not such a cute story, huh?)
Digging up memories from a past life, I chuckled inwardly. I felt like cursing the scenario writers and scriptwriters who had given me this hardcore world view.
...I'll just ignore the fact that I got hooked on it.
"Ugh...!!? It's coming!!"
The sound that cut through the air brought me back to reality immediately. The monster's cries echoed through the forest. Over ten arrows rained down upon its head and neck. Fired from powerful bows enhanced with spiritual energy, those arrows could easily penetrate cheap armor. However, for creatures outside human understanding, it wouldn't be a fatal wound. Instead, it roared in anger.
I sensed that the archers hiding in the forest had quietly and swiftly retreated as I leapt out of the thicket. At the same time, I burst out of the bushes with momentum. With the spear in my hand, I shouted and thrust my spear into the hind leg. It was a full-powered thrust enhanced by spiritual energy.
...But it pierced about the width of a log into the leg. How stubborn!
"No, it's so tough."
Unable to bear the absurdity, I couldn't help but comment.
'Gwuoohh!!'
"Tch!? Running is the best option here!"
Right after, the monster deer turned around and menacingly displayed the countless serrated teeth inside its jaw. I immediately turned on my heels and started fleeing. It was a desperate escape, even more intense than before.
"There's no shame in running, and it's useful. A valuable lesson from the former squad leader... Uwaaah!!?"
As I raced at full speed, I glanced back and saw its approaching fangs. Reflexively, I twisted my body, dodging out of its line of attack. The shadow of the massive creature swept by. If I had been a few seconds slower, I would have been trampled to death. The monster continued its momentum, leaving me behind as it charged deeper into the forest.
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Chapter 132.1
[Part 1/4]
It was a night of the full moon. The pale and large moon faintly illuminated the snow-covered mountains of the northern region, enveloped by the forest.
"Haah, haah..."
Several figures moved through the densely snow-covered forest. Among them, one figure clearly lagged behind, struggling to keep up with their colleagues, while exhaling rough breaths.
Judging from the attire and mask, it might not be immediately apparent. It was a boy who appeared to be in his mid-teens, possibly not even an adult yet. He stopped in the shade of trees as if taking a break, hunching over and panting, a pathetic sight.
...Well, that's me in a nutshell.
"Are you okay? If you're tired, should you rest?"
After staying in that spot for a moment, a colleague who seemed to sympathize with the situation approached me. Coming closer, they made a suggestion in a whisper-like voice. I recognized the voice; it was Yahiro.
(These servants all wear similar masks, so it's troublesome to have to ask every time just to know who's who...)
Internally, I let out a somewhat wry chuckle. I hold my breath. Then I lift my head.
"Haah, haah... heh, I'm fine with this much. Just keep going ahead without worrying about me."
I smiled defiantly, despite tasting the metallic tang of blood in my mouth. ...Of course, they wouldn't see my expression because of the mask.
"...You're putting on a brave front, huh? Well, hurry up and catch up. Don't lag behind."
"Got it... Hey, didn't those words just sound a bit strange?"
There's no answer to my question. Shrugging my shoulders, I resume running desperately to catch up with everyone.
...Yes, we were dashing through the forest like black shadows with minimal conversation. We were sprinting energetically, yet there was hardly any sound, not even the noise of footsteps, due to the unique method of walking and breathing we synchronized. Except for me.
"Darn... is it useless!"
I curse under my breath, my face reddening. Unfortunately, I haven't completely mastered the breathing technique yet, which was the main reason I got out of breath earlier. It's truly humiliating. I've practiced it so many times, haven't I?
"...!"
My colleague leading the way noticed and signaled with a hand motion. Simultaneously, we all stopped running and took cover behind various objects. And then we peered out from the shadows of the trees to catch a glimpse of the enormous silhouette.
"..." Ñøv€lRapture marked the initial hosting of this chapter on Ñôv€lß¡n.
"..."
"..."
Receiving the scrutinizing gazes of the surrounding servant members, I headed towards the designated spot according to the instructions.
"Don't get down. ...If things get dangerous, we'll support you, okay?"
"Yeah. I'm counting on you."
Yahiro whispered as he passed by, and I replied briefly. Suppressing the indescribable awkwardness, I entered the thicket with a firm grip on the spear. I peered at the target once more.
According to the information, there were two medium youkai as targets. One was already being dealt with by the others. We had to take down the other one... that monstrous deer. If the reports were accurate, it had already attacked two villages, ambushed merchants on the city road, and caused over a dozen casualties. It definitely had to be dealt with.
(Exterminating a pest... Not such a cute story, huh?)
Digging up memories from a past life, I chuckled inwardly. I felt like cursing the scenario writers and scriptwriters who had given me this hardcore world view.
...I'll just ignore the fact that I got hooked on it.
"Ugh...!!? It's coming!!"
The sound that cut through the air brought me back to reality immediately. The monster's cries echoed through the forest. Over ten arrows rained down upon its head and neck. Fired from powerful bows enhanced with spiritual energy, those arrows could easily penetrate cheap armor. However, for creatures outside human understanding, it wouldn't be a fatal wound. Instead, it roared in anger.
I sensed that the archers hiding in the forest had quietly and swiftly retreated as I leapt out of the thicket. At the same time, I burst out of the bushes with momentum. With the spear in my hand, I shouted and thrust my spear into the hind leg. It was a full-powered thrust enhanced by spiritual energy.
...But it pierced about the width of a log into the leg. How stubborn!
"No, it's so tough."
Unable to bear the absurdity, I couldn't help but comment.
'Gwuoohh!!'
"Tch!? Running is the best option here!"
Right after, the monster deer turned around and menacingly displayed the countless serrated teeth inside its jaw. I immediately turned on my heels and started fleeing. It was a desperate escape, even more intense than before.
"There's no shame in running, and it's useful. A valuable lesson from the former squad leader... Uwaaah!!?"
As I raced at full speed, I glanced back and saw its approaching fangs. Reflexively, I twisted my body, dodging out of its line of attack. The shadow of the massive creature swept by. If I had been a few seconds slower, I would have been trampled to death. The monster continued its momentum, leaving me behind as it charged deeper into the forest.
Chapter 132.1Part 1/4 It was a night of the full moon. The pale and large moon faintly illuminated the snow-covered mountains of the northern region, enveloped by the forest. "Haah, haah..." Several figures moved through the densely snow-covered forest. Among them, one figure clearly lagged behind, struggling to keep up with their colleagues, while exhaling rough breaths. Judging from the attire and mask, it might not be immediately apparent. It was a boy who appeared to be in his mid-teens, possibly not even an adult yet. He stopped in the shade of trees as if taking a break, hunching over and panting, a pathetic sight. ...Well, that's me in a nutshell. "Are you okay? If you're tired, should you rest?" After staying in that spot for a moment, a colleague who seemed to sympathize with the situation approached me. Coming closer, they made a suggestion in a whisper-like voice. I recognized the voice; it was Yahiro. These servants all wear similar masks, so it's troublesome to have to ask every time just to know who's who... Internally, I let out a somewhat wry chuckle. I hold my breath. Then I lift my head. "Haah, haah... heh, I'm fine with this much. Just keep going ahead without worrying about me." I smiled defiantly, despite tasting the metallic tang of blood in my mouth. ...Of course, they wouldn't see my expression because of the mask. "...You're putting on a brave front, huh? Well, hurry up and catch up. Don't lag behind." "Got it... Hey, didn't those words just sound a bit strange?" There's no answer to my question. Shrugging my shoulders, I resume running desperately to catch up with everyone. ...Yes, we were dashing through the forest like black shadows with minimal conversation. We were sprinting energetically, yet there was hardly any sound, not even the noise of footsteps, due to the unique method of walking and breathing we synchronized. Except for me. "Darn... is it useless!" I curse under my breath, my face reddening. Unfortunately, I haven't completely mastered the breathing technique yet, which was the main reason I got out of breath earlier. It's truly humiliating. I've practiced it so many times, haven't I? "...!" My colleague leading the way noticed and signaled with a hand motion. Simultaneously, we all stopped running and took cover behind various objects. And then we peered out from the shadows of the trees to catch a glimpse of the enormous silhouette. "..." NvlRapture marked the initial hosting of this chapter on Novln."..." "..." Receiving the scrutinizing gazes of the surrounding servant members, I headed towards the designated spot according to the instructions. "Don't get down. ...If things get dangerous, we'll support you, okay?" "Yeah. I'm counting on you." Yahiro whispered as he passed by, and I replied briefly. Suppressing the indescribable awkwardness, I entered the thicket with a firm grip on the spear. I peered at the target once more. According to the information, there were two medium youkai as targets. One was already being dealt with by the others. We had to take down the other one... that monstrous deer. If the reports were accurate, it had already attacked two villages, ambushed merchants on the city road, and caused over a dozen casualties. It definitely had to be dealt with. Exterminating a pest... Not such a cute story, huh? Digging up memories from a past life, I chuckled inwardly. I felt like cursing the scenario writers and scriptwriters who had given me this hardcore world view. ...I'll just ignore the fact that I got hooked on it. "Ugh...!!? It's coming!!" The sound that cut through the air brought me back to reality immediately. The monster's cries echoed through the forest. Over ten arrows rained down upon its head and neck. Fired from powerful bows enhanced with spiritual energy, those arrows could easily penetrate cheap armor. However, for creatures outside human understanding, it wouldn't be a fatal wound. Instead, it roared in anger. I sensed that the archers hiding in the forest had quietly and swiftly retreated as I leapt out of the thicket. At the same time, I burst out of the bushes with momentum. With the spear in my hand, I shouted and thrust my spear into the hind leg. It was a full-powered thrust enhanced by spiritual energy. ...But it pierced about the width of a log into the leg. How stubborn! "No, it's so tough." Unable to bear the absurdity, I couldn't help but comment. 'Gwuoohh!!'"Tch!? Running is the best option here!" Right after, the monster deer turned around and menacingly displayed the countless serrated teeth inside its jaw. I immediately turned on my heels and started fleeing. It was a desperate escape, even more intense than before. "There's no shame in running, and it's useful. A valuable lesson from the former squad leader... Uwaaah!!?" As I raced at full speed, I glanced back and saw its approaching fangs. Reflexively, I twisted my body, dodging out of its line of attack. The shadow of the massive creature swept by. If I had been a few seconds slower, I would have been trampled to death. The monster continued its momentum, leaving me behind as it charged deeper into the forest.
