Chapter 232

After completing a short journey in the sky, I saw a completely different landscape before my eyes.

Among the mountains, simple stone buildings stood tall on the rocky ground. Steam gushed out from all over the city.

Hmm... I wonder if the coal mining town I lived in for many years was even this far away. It is said that things here are dramatized, or the atmosphere is too similar. On the contrary, the sense of life is thin.

Even if you use your nose, the smell is not like that. Well, maybe it is not a coal mine, but the air is not that polluted, even if it is supposed to be dug out here and there. However, the heat is still quite intense.

None of the four of us took a step, gazing outside the city.

"... This is correct.

Eril and Otania are nice towns."

Meleoron whispered. This is correct. The way the landscapes of these two towns are laid out is incredible. Here it is the opposite; the deliberate attempt to leave a bad impression might be exaggerated.

Uranus shrugged,

"It's hard to compare.

It's just such a town. You can think of it as a migrant worker."

... If you compare it to a migrant worker, that's it. I don't like remembering things.... Yes.

Anyway, we started sightseeing in the mining city of Toraria.

Many game characters coming and going in the city are actually miners. This kind of place is nostalgic, or rather, too nostalgic. I cannot forget it.

Meleoron and Seam were wearing their usual hooded brown jumpsuits. I don't want to say this, but it fits the mood. I am a bit restless. Uranus is floating completely. Sometimes I look up somewhere, and the fluffy feeling is amazing.

This town is not a very commercial place, so there are few shops, but it is not without them. In the distance, you can also see restaurants, clothing stores, and an unconventional Department Store.

Nevertheless, perhaps because it is a town centered on mining, there are many shops with a genuine atmosphere. Tool shops, hardware stores, weapon shops, and armor shops.... In the town where I lived, I don't think there were many shops that handled metal like this. That side is a coal mine, so it is natural.

Raw stone shops. Many rugged stones that look like they were just harvested are lined up in glass cabinets at street stalls. Some stones are sparkling, but most of the unprocessed raw stones look like ordinary stones.

Meleoron looked on with interest. Seam twisted his neck.

"Does Uranus like this kind of thing?"

Uranus crossed his arms, looked at me from afar, and asked,

"Hmm. I don't hate it.

It's not like I particularly like it."

"Really.

... I have a book about Jewel in my room, so I was wondering if you liked it."

For some reason, Uranus's knees were about to break. Ah... I see. Shouldn't we talk about that bookshelf?

"Hoo...

Well, that's right. I am interested in people.

Just like knowledge, I guess. Are you interested in using it as an ornament, Biamiao?"

I see.... That kind of thing is more like a boy than a girl, Uranus.

Therefore, I am not interested in decorative Jewel.... None. People who try to dress me up push me, but I say "I can't do it!" and refuse. A man wants to tell a woman not to treat me like a dress-up doll.

Meleoron turned to me,

"Aisha, aren't you interested in this kind of thing?"

Hmm. How do you answer?

"... I am the same as Uranus.

Even if I were interested, I don't think I would want to wear it."

"Yes?

Even if you look like a good match, it's a waste."

Seam looked alternately at the long grass with lining and behind us,

"But not a stone like this, a proper necklace or Ring would look better."

"Of course that's what it means?

They have no intention of dressing themselves up, so there is nothing you can do."

Uranus and I looked at each other. I know you are thinking of something similar.

... Even if you say so, hehe.

Temporarily grasp the locations of the Department Store and Trade Shop, and proceed along the street leading to the city center tunnel.

The buildings became more industrial, and the rock walls became more prominent. The unevenness of the ground increased the number of steps, and my feet made a crunching sound of chewing sand.

Uranus stopped.... Under the shining morning sun, for some reason, I looked up at the sky for a while. Afterwards, he turned his attention to us, who had also stopped,

"Well, from here on, there are only tunnels or mine shafts.

As for tourism, this is the limit. To advance, game strategy is a prerequisite. Well, it also includes collecting information and ending it."

As the three of us watched Uranus silently, he continued.

"I will give you an explanation, of course, information before clearing the game.

There are three designated Pocket Card in this mining city of Tolaria.

'Dark Orb'.

'Floating Stone'.

'Blue Planet'.

The Dark Orb can only be entered at night in the 'Evil Tunnel'. When entering, there are some branches on the road, but if you go to the end of the correct path, you will fall.

The Floating Stone is right above this city.

The Blue Planet can be reached by going deep underground to the largest mine shaft, dedicating the 9 types of Jewel from No. 173 to No. 181 to the Altar set up there.

After that, it is a general-purpose tunnel used for making money. There are many tunnels where you can pick up raw stones and ore.

The activities here are roughly like this."

I understand. Can we eventually find the Blue Planet here? Dark Jade is also easy to understand.

"What about the Floating Stone?"

Seam asked.... Correct. I don't know what you mean by somewhere in the sky. --Huh? A floating piece of stone...

Uranos pointed at the sky in surprise,

"That's what it means.

Because it is a floating stone. It floats somewhere in this city.

When exposed to sunlight, the Floating Stone actually floats in the sky.

On the other hand, when the sun goes down, that is, when the sun's light disappears, it eventually falls.

... This is where things get tricky.

Picking up a fallen Floating Stone is useless. Then it becomes a free stone. You must get it before it hits the ground.

Therefore, the way to obtain it is to either fly up and grab it while it is floating during the day, or wait until sunset and grab it as it falls before it hits the ground."

".... That is"

As I asked with a frown, Uranos nodded,

"In any case, we cannot start without finding the Floating Stone.

However, it is small, and there is only one floater per day.

Moreover, it floats at a height of about 100m, so you won't find it without effort.

... Even if you can find it, it is very difficult to obtain. Is it worthy of S-Rank?"

"How did you get it, that is..."

Meleoron's question is also valid. 100m off the ground, huh... I think I can do something with "En" and Hatsu. Anyway, can't you do it now?

Uranos sighed,

"Rest assured, I will get it for you."

Yes?... What?

"I stopped here because I have already found it.

It is not directly above, but floating in a place that can be taken from this position."

"... Found it?"

No, no, it's S-Rank? Why would you find such a simple way? Most importantly, will you take it easy?

Hearing my words, Uranos pointed to his own eyes,

"Because I was looking for you.

From the entrance of the city, I often looked up at the sky.

It seems the acquisition method hasn't changed, so I was saved.... Before that. Book."

Uranos produced a Binder. He took out a card from the opened pages,

"--'Roster/List' open. 80."

Currently 80 "Floating Stone"

Players who possess it

0 people

Number possessed

0 cards

"Hmm, the same as what I checked yesterday.

This wealth Zazaki might be good."

We stared at Uranos.... Can this person fly? I was surprised when he showed me an interesting tree-climbing.

Uranos responded to our gaze with a subtle expression.

"Well...

You can't hide it forever.

That said, I don't want to waste my aura, so I will save it."

Uranos guarded his surroundings. Apparently, they didn't want other players to see them.

"Can you leave for a minute?

You can look separately."

As we were told, we kept our distance from Uranos. Uranos wiped the Binder and gently adjusted his breathing.

He turned his back to me, staring at a point in the sky,

"Cloud Nun's Driver Mosquito..."

While muttering, he drew something in the sky with his glowing fingertips.

"--【Sleipnir】--"

Damn!

Uranos's foot stepped into the air. A footstep sounded.

Damn! Clang, clang, clang, clang!

Uranos ran in the air just like that. His body accelerated diagonally upward as if you were climbing an invisible staircase!

... What is this!? What is this person doing!?

The eccentric act of running in the sky. Meleoron and Seam also opened their eyes wide.

Well, sorry. I understand this point, but...

Uranos, did you really do this to Kamiji? Where are you writing now, in the air? --You really are an idiot! If you try to run in the sky with a Divine Nen Ability...!

To activate such a high-difficulty Nen Ability at such extreme speed, branding Kamiji in empty space with one's Finger—who could accomplish such a feat?

Thinking back, I was muttering to myself...

This might be one of the trigger conditions. It is more natural to view it as "leaving." The aura consumption is also quite considerable, but...

Could Uranus, by combining Kamiji of various effects with writing ability, ignore Memory and use abilities endlessly?

... What is that. You're joking, right?

While thinking about it, Uranus has already become the size of something difficult to see due to the slight mist.

Haha, you should keep it Hidden. Up until now, Uranus, I have done all sorts of things with Kamiji. It seems he also has healing abilities, and he also seems to be hiding a gem.

Uranus, do you really need items from Greed Island? Can't you do all this yourself? Most of the time.

Hmm, it's not like that... If I could have done it a long time ago, I could have deleted it long ago. Such excellent Kamiji writing ability is probably the result of the research and effort he has accumulated to this day.

... That age? You're a genius again? No, everyone show me. Can I be jealous? Good...

At the very least, I want to know what kind of ability this is. If you can use various abilities, I want to hear how you clear Memory issues. But can you tell me? It seems he doesn't want to show too much... If he has weaknesses, he wouldn't want to tell me. Hmm...

--Ah, did it fall? It's getting bigger.

But what is this sound? I know it's footsteps, but is that the sound of stepping on invisible stairs? But making it invisible seems to have no meaning.

Just like Uranus kicking in the air, he jumped up.

Damn it!!

Surpassing us and landing on the ground.... Squatted for a while.

A moment later, he slowly stood up. Turned around expressionlessly,

"... My leg is numb."

Meleoron and the very slippery Seam. So cool, really. I gave a bitter smile,

"Huhu, thank you for your hard work.... Is your leg okay?"

Uranus twisted his ankle with a pained expression,

"Maybe I was a bit rushed, I didn't want anyone to see me, so I was in a hurry.

The footing is very Hard, if you step on it with force, the recoil will be painful.

... Hmm, that's not the case. I'm fine now."

"That's good. Did you get your necessities?"

"Yes. The book."

Uranus opened the Binder and displayed the page in the Specified Pocket.

《80: Floating Stone》

S-Rank card limit 7

As the name suggests, a stone floating in the sky

About a 1-carat Stone

One person can float

Cannot gain buoyancy without sunlight

"Woo woo..."

The brothers and sisters were amazed. Using Uranus's eyes and Kamiji Together is too foul. You can do it.

More. This is...

"Uranus.

Wouldn't it be better to monopolize this card?"

Uranus crossed his arms and thought for a while.

"That's correct...

You don't have to rush. I took it today, so no one else can take it again. Right now, I only have 5 'Copy's, not enough to monopolize."

"Ah... so that's how it is."

I see. But I also feel that if possible, it's better to be quick.

"If you are interested, you can come to Tolaria tomorrow morning to pick it up.

... I don't want to show it to other players, so it depends on the situation."

"Ah! That's it, that's it!

What was that just now!?"

I squeezed in unconsciously. I fully understand that I shouldn't talk about my Nen Ability with others casually, but I still couldn't help but ask. Talking nonsense is also a problem.

Uranus was terrified and retreated,

"Let me see...

Is it okay if I don't talk?

I was thinking, even if I just show it, this would be a grand performance, but..."

Hmm... it's not good after all. I did some research, but I don't know if that's the case.

"As a disciple, please teach me the master's skills."

Meleoron's pleading voice.

"Yeah, I need to cultivate Nen Ability, so I want to use it as a reference."

Seam is also on board. Good, come on!

"Oh? Uh...

That... hmm"

I'm worried about once again?

"I'm sorry, Uranus.

I cannot use my Nen Ability right now, so it is difficult for me to teach Seam.

If possible, could you show me a model for Nen Ability Training..."

When I requested this, Uranus flinched.

"Ah, Aisha...

You really are timid..."

... Did you make a Discovery? No, but it should be effective. This is true.

"But I think Uranus understands the 'Hatsu' of Nen Ability better than I do, right?

As far as I know, I have never seen anyone as skilled as you."

Well, this was not without flattery. However, in terms of the various Nen Abilities that can be cast with a Divine Rune, I fear it would overwhelm others. Though, that includes the parts I have not yet shown.

Uranus lowered his head. I was truly worried. It isn't that easy to teach, is it?

"..."

"............ Understood. I will teach.

I will tell you, but now is Training time. In traffic like this, this is not something to talk about."

"Shh!"

The siblings high-fived with both hands. I was also requested here, so I high-fived the two of them.

"You guys..."

Ahaha, sorry. But Uranus certainly made a promise; I won't do that. I am truly sorry. I must make up for it with something.

"Hmm, whatever...

I am tired, let's talk about what to do later, and take a break."

"Yay!"

The two people carrying backpacks were very happy. Hmm, you weak bastard. I know Uranus.

Uranus sighed and began to walk weakly. Go back to where you came from.

I walked beside Uranus.

"Where are you going?"

"... To a coffee shop.

It is breakfast time now, so I would like to order a light breakfast to replenish myself."

"Oh, me too.

... By the way, is there any coffee to go?"

"Yeah, I was originally planning to go to a coffee shop.

Does Aisha like coffee?"

"Yes."

"I see. I quite like it too."

Oh, I don't get along, then you can look forward to it. Ah... but I wonder if there is any good coffee here? In the coal mining town where I lived, strong-smelling liquor was more popular. Hmm...