Chapter 1.4

Part 4

Using Transfer, he escorted Rose to the Demon Kings Labyrinth.

If she sleeps at the bases maintenance bed, it seemed that all of her damages would be repaired. He didnt understand the reasoning behind it though.

This Transfer Magic was able to move to a town that he has been to before while taking along his party members.

In Roses case, she was treated as a possession though.

Why didnt he just take Rem and Shera to the royal capital with Transfer?

The reason was simple. It was because the royal capitals portalin other words, the place one would appear by means of Transfer, was within the royal palace.

At the very least, that was the case in the MMORPG Cross Reverie.

If they were to suddenly appear within the royal palace, they would be treated as suspicious people at best. Without a doubt, The Criminals.

In the game where anyone could use Transfer, that place was open to tens of thousands of people, but how would things turn out in this other world where Transfer Magic wasnt spread out?

He didnt know.

That is why he couldnt use Transfer to the royal capital.

Bringing the story back

Diablo once again returned from the Demon Kings Labyrinth with Transfer. Faltra Citys

portal was the center of the plaza.

Since he was suddenly appearing in a place that flourished with crowds of people, the people around him made startled faces.

It seemed that it was treated as a new street performing trick as he was showered with applause. There wasnt anyone that noticed that he was the hero that defeated the Great Demon King.

He left the plaza as if running away

When he returned to the inn Relief InnHideout Store, it was already just past noon.

He opened the front door.

Mu?

Ah

A young lady carrying a sword had just come down the stairs.

It was the Dwarven Master Swordsman Sasala.

She was wearing her usual Japanese style attire, and the Japanese sword that had a crescent moon crest engraved on its pommel was hanging on her waist.

She was carrying a largish rucksack on her back.

Are you going somewhere?

She smiled at Diablos question.

Thank goodness. Since I didnt see you anywhere, I was about to ask Krum-chan to give you my regards.

Your regards?

The Great Demon King Modinalaam has been defeated, and the town looks like its calmed down as well. Since my duty has been accomplished, I was thinking of returning to the mountain.

Originally, the Master Swordsman

Swordsman set up a hermitage on the Heavenly Mountain that the remote region town Sodmas was at.

Since it was the life or death crisis of the Races this time, she specially lent her strength to them.

Diablo nodded.

So you are going back.

Yes. I need to make Tou-samas grave.

Now that you mention it, that is true.

Just before all of this, she fought against her foster father (the previous generation Master Swordsman) who had turned into an Oni, and cut him down. She had yet to complete his burial.

Im glad to have helped protect this town. Also, for there to have been such a strong monster, it has been a good learning experience. I am still lacking in training.

Fumu

As for the night fight, I was asleep butI am sorry. On days where I go all out, I cant help but get sleepy.

Even so, you really helped out.

His true feelings were full of gratitude.

The Great Demon King Modinalaam had the Martial Arts Certain Hit and Certain Kill continuously activated. If she were a normal Warrior, then she wouldnt have been able to even buy time.

Sasala pulled off the feat of completely cutting and offsetting the enemys attacks.

If she werent there, an even greater number

greater number of victims might have come out. There was no doubt that it would have turned into an even harder fight.

That being said, meekly expressing words of gratitude wasnt Demon King-like.

Diablo folded his arms looking important-looking.

You did good work. I shall praise you.

He thought that he was a bit too arrogant butSasala narrowed her eyes looking delighted.

Did I really? Thank goodness.

Shall I send you off with Transfer?

No. Since Ive taken the chance of leaving the town, I will try walking back.

That is good as well.

Isnt a woman travelling alone dangerousis what he thought, but her being the level 200 Warrior Sasala, he would probably feel more sorry for the monsters that attack her.

Even if bandits appeared, it didnt seem like she would end up being delayed.

Sasala courteously made a bow.

Diablo, take care. Although you are wonderful as a Magician, be sure you do not shirk your sword training.

Naturally.

Please come by to play occasionally. I will treat you to soba.

If I feel like it.

FufuWell then.

Sasala exited the front door.

The door closed.

*Shin* It became quiet.

Diablo stared at the ceiling.

Then he glared at his feet.

*Gu* He gulped and

Turned his body around.

He vigorously around.

He vigorously pushed the inns front door open.

Sasala!

Trudgingly walking towards the alleyways street corner, she made a surprised face and turned around.

Y, yes!? Whatswrong?

Diablo hesitated for a bit, but making up his mind, he opened his mouth.

Thanks to you, I was able to win against the Great Demon King! You have my thanksShishou.

On the dumbfounded Sasalas face, she was full of great joy.

Y, yes!

*Poro poro* Even tears spilled out.

Since he didnt think that she would start to cry, Diablo became flustered.

Oi, Sasala!?

Ueu. Im so happyThat I proved usefulThank goodness -desuu!

Dont cry, you Master Swordsman!

I meanHin.

Ahh, on second thought, I take it back! To have a fellow that would do something as embarrassing as cry on the street, as my Shishou!

Nguu. hinguuYou cant, anymore. Ive heard you, call me that after all.

Tsk.

With a face that was crying and full of tears, Sasala smiled.

S, same here, nguThank you. For becoming my discipleDiablo.

Hmph

Being bashful, he averted his gaze.

At the edge of Diablos field of vision, Sasala was making a very deep bow. She was showing a cheerful smiling face.

This time, she really made her departure.

Diablo saw off that small back of hers.