"...sigh," Shinto shook his head helplessly as he was the first to turn away from the broken pieces lying lifelessly on the ground. Moments after, he turned to Frey who had a defeated expression on her face.
"...was there really no other option?" Frey frowned as she noticed the approaching Shinto.
"It's like I said, the final choice goes to the slimes," he answered whilst pointing his finger over towards the two slimes who were by the rubble. "All we can do is speak to them about this. We've got no power to revive this guy..."
"..." she bit her lips as she firmly turned to Shinto. "Then... If let's say, we defeat this big bad boss, Sanke... Could you lend me the necklace?"
"...sure?" he tilted his head. If all things went well, the curse of the necklace would be lifted, thus allowing for normal players to wear the equipment without worry. "But... Do you really have to go this far?"