Evan D. Sherden, Forms a Sub-Party (3)

Finding Must Save wasnt that difficult. Of course, this was because Evan knew where he was staying in advance.

I think you and I are good enough.

Its the same reason Im trying to test you. The teacher cares about qualified people.

Huh, that doesnt make me feel too bad.

Renail was currently walking alongside Louise and was training her magic quickly. What she had in her hand was an old-fashioned harness lamp that had once helped Belois magic skills grow at a great speed!

Of course, it was a different model for Belois. There was still quite a bit left of them in the world.

Its really innovative. I feel that the operation of magic is easier than anything Ive ever tried. How the hell could anyone?

Its the teacher.

He must have been sent by God.

Louise looked very perplexed as she saw faith spring up in the eyes of her companion.

I cant wait to meet the teacher.

Call him Leader.

Hmm oh, no. All right, Ill establish my own mentor relationship with him!

Looking at Renail, who was rightly and bravely responding with her cold eyes, Louise began to worry about whether she would really be okay to enter the dungeon with her.

One thing for sure is that I dont want to let this girl meet Evan. And thats not because Im jealous!

Wow, hes staying at a worse hotel than I am. Are you sure hes a very talented person?

Do you doubt the teachers eyes?

No! I believe in him!

All right, this is how youre going to do it, Louise smiled internally and opened the inn door, and entered. It was an extremely old man who was in charge of manning the counter.

Astray Its an honor that youve come to visit. Is there anything youre looking for?

There is a guest I would like to meet. Can you let us meet him?

Okay.

Astrays name was absolute in this city.

Everyone in the dungeon city remembered the young members who were busy running around Evan three years ago; they had prevented the terrible crisis that came upon the city that day.

Wait here. Ill bring him myself.

Thank you.

The owner of the inn was like everyone else. Even though knowing that Louise was a newcomer, he took an extremely polite attitude just because she belonged to Astray.

Naturally, Renails view of Louise was bound to change.

Youre so cool, Eonni!

Its not my fame, its the fame that the Master has achieved. Keep in mind that they respect us because of our teachers and seniors performances. We have their names on our chests.

Yeah!

Looking at how Renails personality seemed to be, Louise felt more and more perplexed at the prospect of accompanying her into the dungeon.

Please, I hope the other guy is fine. But I dont think I can expect much from the fact that he fainted when he saw my teacher.

She thought that she was lucky to have learned shield art.

Even if a dangerous troll confronts us in the dungeon, I have the means to save my life!

Youre here, as expected.

As expected?

Yes, Ive been waiting.

A boy with a far cry from what she expected appeared before them. Of course, his beauty did not transcend human royalties like Evan.

It was a little unusual that the brown and green hair was mixed with a dark olive color, but except for that, he was an ordinary boy.

No one on the continent would know, but his hair and eye designs were special editions.

As Ive seen you, youve probably seen me. The other day, Id like to apologize for sneaking up on you.

Uh, uh yes, I see.

However, if there was anything more unusual, it was the boys attitude who had joined the party.

The logbook of his entry and Maybells mens report, who had been observing him, stated that the boy Must Save had been wandering around in all sorts of huts.

Please be comfortable around me. You are with Evan, right?

Im a disciple, but

Disciple!

The moment he heard that, Must Saves attitude changed.

Louise felt a different sense of uneasiness than when she met Renail at the sight of the boy, who had grown even more polite upon hearing this. The crystal earrings on her ear shook as she felt the atmosphere in the room.

I thought so, but I see it! A disciple would be like his apostle. Its an honor!

Eonni, I think hes worse than I am.

Louise pushed Renail aside and faced the boy again. He spoke with his eyes slightly downward, as if he had dared not make eye contact.

Apostle, can I ask you exactly why you came to see me?

Its not that serious. And Im not an apostle, Im Louise.

Okay, Louise. You can call me Save!

Thats weird. My teacher told me that dealing with Renail would be more challenging.

But the situation seems to be a bit different. If I ask this boy to pick up the head of a Demon right now, hed just run straight out to do it!

If you want, why dont you have a dungeon party with us? My teacher wants to support those who are qualified. Do you think you can be strong enough

Louise was the Astray member in the room, yet she was the one feeling anxious. While Louise was watching with shaky eyes, the boy shed tears as he couldnt overcome the overwhelming emotion.

I am also a chosen warrior.!

Perhaps Evans overly shocking beauty had utterly destroyed his brain.

Louise looked at him with worried eyes. Renail had just decided to ignore the remark, but that was probably because she was blowing magic into the lamp.

I accept your proposal with pleasure.

He spoke in a husky voice as if to shake off the resentment of the past years.

I will gladly obey his orders. Apostle, I will follow your guidance and be reborn as a great warrior!

Uh.

Louise was slightly frightened by the boys spirit. Fortunately, he didnt notice it and went on passionately.

I was already preparing my mind. Ill do anything. What should I do first?

Wellthen, first.

Although they werent off to a great start, their sense of purpose seemed clear. As she seemed to have succeeded in having a party with him, Louise decided to follow her esteemed teachers instructions in order.

Lets get rid of that weird junk you have and go buy a proper halberd. Then well start by learning basic combat skills.

Oh, I see.

The halberd, which Must Save had scraped together from the ingredients he had found in the countryside, was disposed of that day.

However, that was why his halberd mastery had not been growing properly so far, so it would not be enough even if Save thanked Evan for a hundred days.

* * *

That evening, Evan was vividly watching Louises group training in the backyard of the accommodation, and more precisely, teaching Save the basics of the halberd mastery, through a fist-sized crystal ball artifact.

Well, I guess thats all youve got

Of course, it was okay to be reported by correspondence from Louise, but it would be much nicer if Evan could see it for himself. The means of their communication was the crystal earrings that Evan had given to Louise.

The earring was a real-time transmission of voice and video, with communication functions attached as well. He could even summon the earrings owner by injecting magic into the other pair, or the crystal ball, or move near the earring.

The screen is really clean.

Yes, its 4K.

What unit is that?

About 4,000 pixels No, pretend you didnt hear. [TL NOTE: 4k is 8million pixels Toika-nim]

As one could expect from its preposterous capabilities, it was an artifact obtained three years ago by defeating the Four Heavenly Kings. Thanks to this artifact, Gefrel was able to deploy his army to Sherden at the time.

Originally, the function was limited, and there was a lock that only the Demon tribe could use, but the joint study with Ctheasil had not only unlocked it, but Evan was also able to strengthen its ability.

As a result, miraculous artifacts that were not originally in the game were born, so it was called a legends birth. Ctheasils success in making it had made it less attractive to other witches, though.

Hes very lousy. Im sure hes not a player. Its not acting.

Its not something you can act on. I dont know what a player is, but thats real. Its a real mess.

Like Evan, who gained memories of his past life, Save may have gained memories of his past life.

Evan chose the character. Who was going to live with that character in his past life? Of course, only the ruling and opposition parties would be considered as candidates.

Im glad it wasnt like thatOf course, the fundamental question of Must Saves existence in this world has not been solved.

He almost fell into serious consideration about himself. He shook his head to shake off all the ideas that were not conducive to the current situation.

From now on, they had decided to work on the assumption that Save knew nothing about the game called the Yo-Ma Great War, and that he could respond very sensitively to his aptitude or the other partys ability (i.e., something that is infinitely close to the Status or itself).

Thats a very similar ability to Master.

No, its definitely different. If Ive captured an uncertain future so far, hell be able to capture the definite present. Utilization is endless.

So you want to raise him as an avatar who deals with troublesome things instead?

Was it obvious?

Yes.

Hehe.

Evan poked out his tongue, hitting him on the head due to the sharp retort that Shine made.

The 18-year-old mans charm was a critical hit, meaning that it was bad for Shines heart! He clenched his fist tightly and desperately controlled himself not to hit his Master by mistake.

So what are you going to do, Master? I dont like his attitude.

Well, I think youre mistaken

Evan thought for a moment and then nodded with a determined look.

I dont think hes harmful, so lets just leave him alone. I dont want to worry about anything more.

I knew youd do that, Master.

Anyway, we should wait a little longer and start providing more full-fledged support. Its dangerous to go into the dungeon like that. He needs at least another week of training.

Lets get Louise back to work today. Raihan was complaining that she still had a lot of shield training left.

Okay.

Evan tapped the crystal ball to deliver a return order to Louise. Louise responded with noticeable joy and immediately said something to Renail and Save, before breaking apart from them.

Of course, there was no problem with their surveillance even if she returned. They had already moved to Evans quarters, and there was plenty of bugging installed there, to the point where Evan could see every move.

Was it a crime? Of course, it was a crime. But Evan didnt care about such a trivial matter.

Save, if you think of me as someone sent by God

Then I will always be a guardian angel and take care of you.

Evan smiled satisfactorily and stood up. That was how the relationship between a compassionate leader and an innocent warrior began.