Chapter 226

Walking out of the field, I lightly patted the dirt off my shoes. Uranus "pfft" wiped the sweat from his forehead and patted the hem of his skirt.

"Good job, you two."

"Yes, Uranus. Towel."

"Oh, Three-Nine."

Uranus received the towel Seam had carefully prepared. Seeming to look at me,

"Aisha too—hm?"

"Oh, I don't mind. I didn't sweat."

"Why..."

Meleoron said with eyes that had seen something truly strange.... Even if you say that.

Uranus, who was wiping his face, only turned his gaze toward me,

"Hmm, it seems it wasn't used at all...

It is dropping to the minimum, I think the fuel consumption is the best so far."

"..."

That is not the case, but let us not deny it. Now, I am forced to "expand." Naturally, it does not consume any Aura; according to Uranus's reasoning, this is a state where the primordial energy and Spirit Power of the Aura source are constantly recovering. Recovery is faster than consumption, so this is just a natural result.

This is good exercise. However, the load is simply not enough.

"Are there any other designated Pocket Card events?"

I asked. If possible, I want to do something before the "Quan" runs out. You have 30 minutes left. If it is a short event, it might work.

Uranus fell silent and handed his towel to Seam,

"..."

The designated pocket ended with baseball, and now it is the Locust extinction.

However, there is a Jewel event that is a condition for the Blue Planet. If you like it, it will end soon. It is a B-Rank combat event."

Oh. That is convenient.

"Then let's do that too."

Uranus smiled as he said this.

"That is what I am going to do.

Well, let's take the reward for the Locust extinction first."

Uranus walked. Following him, I suddenly glanced at the wheat field.

The sea of golden Locust ears swayed gently in the Wind. It was calm, just as it had always been, without a trace of struggle.

Meleoron glanced meaningfully at me and the field.

"What happened?"

After making a serious expression, Meleoron awkwardly looked away.

"Separately.

... This might be unnecessary worry, but it is best not to think too much."

"Hm? What do you mean?"

"... No. Nothing."

Meleoron quickened his pace and talked to Uranus in front.

Hmm... I see. Did Meleoron make a Discovery?

I can't help it... It reminds me of NGL.

The whole story of the matter, Shenshu might be stuck in my heart because I cannot see it.... Pah.

Received 200,000 Jenny from the landlord for exterminating the Locusts, and started to move Uranus to the front.

Uranus walked very fast, probably concerned about my "Quan."

"Look, there is a big tree over there.

This is where the Jewel event takes place."

A plaza paved with cobblestones, which is rare in this city. There is a big tree in the middle.

Its total length is supported by a large tree trunk—about 100 meters? The yellow leaves are bathed in the afternoon sun.

There is a sign near the tree. What, what...

────This tree has taken Root and sprouted since ancient times

The Shenshu that guards the land of Otania

Watching over us

Do not approach the big tree

Do not touch it again

Woe to the wicked who attempt to climb to the peak────

Yes. You wrote something disturbing.

When I looked at Uranus, he smiled.... Yes. I have a guess.

"There is a big bird's nest at the top of this tree.

The amber there is the Jewel you need to obtain the Blue Planet."

It reminds me of something unpleasant... a nest in a tree.

"..."

What is this disaster written on it?"

When I pointed at the sign and asked anxiously, Uranus kept smiling,

"I have written many things, but don't worry, you won't be hit."

"I'm not worried... is there something the matter?"

"Yes. When you start climbing this tree, three guards will appear and warn you.

If you ignore them and climb up, they will attack with bows and arrows. When you climb to the bird's nest, a monster bird will attack you.

Well, this is a direct interference."

Pfft. I know it's outside the city, but in this kind of town traffic, is this a battle? It's a rare event.

"Considering the simple dangers, falling might be the worst.

The trouble is, if you defeat the guards or the monster bird before getting the amber, the amber will disappear.

So avoid the guards and the monster bird, and get the amber. After taking it, defeating them is okay. Of course, I won't be reported to the police, so even if I defeat them, I won't be spoiled."

"..."

Hmm.... This should be a division of labor.

"Can Uranus and I participate?"

"That is what I mean.

Of course, I will climb the tree. It shoots arrows at me while I climb, but the guards ignore me. And get the amber in a flash.

If I defeat the monster bird, I will drop a card from the top of the tree."

"Taking this as a signal, I will defeat the guards.

So, is this okay?"

"Yes. This is the simplest way.

However, only one person can perform a surprise attack. Of course, the guards will also target the players attacking them, so if you think it's dangerous, don't overdo it."

"... Is there anything special about the guards?"

"Don't do it.

You should pay attention to the power and accuracy of the arrows. The rate of fire is moderate, but it is a bow and arrow.

Honestly, if it's close-quarters combat, it's not difficult at all. Even for Aisha now, as long as the arrow doesn't hit her vital points, even if it hits from the front, she should be able to escape with minor injuries."

"I understand.

If you know this, it will be a fundamentally non-scary event."

"If you don't know, it's really troublesome."

Uranus smiled. I guess I checked it myself. I know this must be difficult.

"Of course, the possibility of the event being modified is not zero, so stay vigilant."

"Yes, I will be careful."

"So, what should we do?"

"You just need to stand in the back and watch.

Arrows shot upward will naturally fall downward. I thought it would be fine to just leave, but is it possible that arrows flying at high altitudes are swept away by the Wind—or something similar?"

"Oh, scary. I understand."

"Good luck, you two."

"King."

"Yes.

... Uranus, how long will it take to climb to the top?"

"I won't climb normally.

Including the time to defeat the monster bird, it probably won't exceed one minute. This is a short-term decisive battle."

"Hmm, that is my intention.

... Please don't force yourself to fall from the tree, okay?"

"Watch out.

Only the tree.

Shh."

"... Hey, Seam. What did you say?"

"Nothing. I didn't say anything, and I didn't hear your voice."

"I didn't hear anything either."

Uranus whimpered.... Because it's boring.

Uranus stood near a tree, rotating his ankle. I was adjusting my shoes.

I will wait for him far away from him. Further away, there are Meleoron and Seam. I have already told you to be careful of other players, but I will be by your side, so it should be fine.

"Alright, I'm going now."

Uranus put an aura on his feet.... Maybe. Even if you can't see it, you can tell, because the hem of the skirt is fluttering.

Rushing toward the tree. Putting his feet on the tree trunk—

Vertically, "running" up the tree!

Wow, are you serious!? This isn't a Wall, it's a tree!? Well, if it were a flat Wall, it could run a little, but even if the surface isn't flat, with branches and leaves, running vertically up 100m is crazy!?

The gatekeeper and the Goo trio appeared around the tree. A man wearing yellow camouflage, carrying a bow and arrow.

"You idiot!

Those who threaten this great tree are our guardians—"

Uranus climbed up while speaking below. Ah ah... completely ignored! You know, Kinoi.

The guard shot an arrow upward. I also raised my head and moved to a position where I could hide behind the guard.

"Wow, I think I've already climbed it." A high-pitched beastly sound rang out from above.

The Watcher's hand stopped drawing the bow. Less than 10 seconds had passed.

——Corn! Then something fell from above and bounced on the stone floor. 1 card.

Without hesitation, I slapped the guard on the back with my palm. A Watcher who was blown away uncontrollably. I fired a foot Sword at the other guard who was trying to turn around and cut off his legs. I placed my elbow on the torso floating in mid-air.

The last guard, a bit further away, was the vine of the bow's string, and he aimed his arrow here as I pulled.

Bachi!

There were so many openings, so I tore the bow and arrow away with both hands. I kicked the knee of the stunned guard with the sole of my shoe. My heel hit the unprotected back of the one lying on my stomach.

The three guards made cards with a time difference. The stolen bow and arrows were also gone.

Hmm. Hmm, it is like this.

Whether it is a monster or a human, it is difficult to make joints work with nenbeasts and nendolls. You cannot feel pain, or you cannot remove the joints because the structure is different. I can at least crush it.... I don't have to worry about letting it die, so I can destroy it mercilessly.

Dang dang dang! I heard a sound coming from above.

Killua, who ran down from the tree, suddenly stopped on the stone floor.

"Huhu.

... I thought there were no guards, have you already defeated it?"

"Did you come down?"

The words we exchanged sounded like we were both taken aback. I picked up the dropped card and the Watcher card.

《736: Shenshu Mysterious Bird》

C-Rank Card Limit 36

A monster bird that nests at the top of the Otania Shenshu.

I show no mercy to those who approach my nest.

《634: Shenshu Watcher》

C-Rank Card Limit 48

An archer who guards the Otania Shenshu.

Accurately shoots arrows from high altitudes.

C-Rank? I don't know about the monster bird, but I wonder if the Watcher is appropriate. Climbing up and down the tree would be difficult because it would be hit unilaterally, but in close-quarters combat, this is not a big problem at all. I think I found a weakness.

"Book.

... If you try this on Aisha, it's not a good practice at all."

"Book.

Is that so.... Even so, I can't climb the tree."

Anyway, if you fall 100m using only the aura of "Ryu", it won't be funny. If it's exercise, I'll do as much as I can in the subsequent Training.

Meleoron and Seam came over to look at the Binder we took out.

《179: AmberZhenshou》

B-Rank Card Limit 27

Taken from a giant tree rooted in ancient times.

Fossils shining like gold, extinct plant and animal species.

Often trapped within it.

An item that paleontologists dream of.

Amber or AmberZhenshou? Do you like this, Biscuit? He said he likes Jewel, but I didn't ask what he likes. However, he does seem to like rare gems.

"Are there any other activities?"

Meleoron asked. Killua looked at me. Haha... so it's time to have some fun, isn't it?

"No.

The cards you went out of your way to obtain.

You've seen enough, and you're starting to get hungry, right?"

"Yes."

I answered with a smile. Seam made a delicate look. Meleoron frowned openly.

"After lunch, we finally start Training.

It wouldn't be fair if only Aisha and I were working."

"... Be gentle."

That is Meleoron's unease. Haha, get ready.

Going to a delicious place in Otania is a promise, but Killua offered two choices.

Cheap but large portions. Delicious but small portions. Same as Eril.

Seam let me eat something delicious after Training, so I decided to give up.

So, when I ordered various things at a reasonable set-meal restaurant recommended by Killua, everyone pulled me out at the end.... Pah, poor diners. Turn your eyes to me and see if there is anything unusual.

"Gohan, how many bowls do you want?"

This is the fifth large bowl, but what is that?

Because the rice here is super delicious! Side dishes are the best friend of rice, rice continues! It can be refilled for free, and it's free! Chestnut rice is the best!

"... Aisha is definitely the type to be banned from Vikings."

"... Sister, you can't say that even if you think it."

These siblings are muttering. Shit. Food is the foundation of fitness. I will turn you all into bodies that can eat a lot!

"Ah, please give me a second serving of chestnut rice."

"Add a plate of salted Fugura and mustard greens. Add a bowl of red Miso mushroom soup."

"Yes, Meadow."

Tianwangxing closed his eyes, a face that could be endured. "... If you have something to say, then say it. Don't look at me like that. It would be better if you were teasing me."

After leaving the restaurant, I was walking with a face full of satisfaction, and Tianwangxing spoke beside me.

"... Aisha. Train well."

"..."

"Can you stop talking in circles?"

Out of anger, I pinched Tianwangxing's slender flank.

"Hey!

Aisha, what are you doing!?"

Oh, nice reaction. I jumped to the side. I really like it. Good.

"Aisha, do you understand?"

Shim asked while laughing in the back.

"Yes, I understand."

"What!?"

Tianwangxing, you don't realize your body feels good to the touch. Surprisingly, I don't understand.

Shim and I laughed, and Meleoron looked very unhappy.

"How can you two be like this?

When I touched him in the bathroom, his muscles were very tight and not soft at all."

... Probably like that. I wonder if I was exhausted. When Meleoron touched me, I think I was still quite vigilant and had tightened my muscles just now.

Or rather, poor Tianwangxing, his body is touched by everyone. Not applicable.

"Big sister is not good because of disgust."

"Uh..."

"What!? What are you talking about!?"

Seeing him unhappy, I shook my head sadly.

"... Tianwangxing doesn't need to know."

"Why!?"

Because it's more interesting.