Chapter 52 - Information and Preparation
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Just was the two about to release their skills to each other, I quickly ⟨⟨dash⟩⟩ in order to stop them. To my surprise, Sora also did the same thing and ⟨⟨dash⟩⟩ just the same time as mine.
Before the ⟨⟨Astral Blast⟩⟩ from the transferee student and the ⟨⟨Umbral Collision⟩⟩ from Akari collided, Me and Sora went at the center before the two fired their skills to each other.
I quickly took my sword and used ⟨⟨Battōjutsu⟩⟩ to Akari's ⟨⟨Umbral Collision⟩⟩ which is a beam type laser and deflect it outside the room's window.
At the same time, Sora quickly took his sword and used ⟨⟨Parry⟩⟩ to also deflect the ⟨⟨Astral Blast⟩⟩ outside the room's window.
"Wha—?! Awesome...!"
"D-did they just deflect their attack just now...?"
"Y-yeah... but did anyone see what that was?"
"Sai and Sora..."
Everyone was left dumbfounded on the scene that happened at the blink of an eye. Mostly everyone didn't saw what just happened and was just left baffled, except for the individuals granted by their high status which made them saw the full occurrence.
"Sai..."
""...""
Putting my sword at its scabbard, I approached Akari who was looking anxious.
"Akari, mind telling me why you did that?" I calmly asked.
"My apologies Aruji-sama, I thought she was an enemy..."
Akari who can't reason herself anymore didn't continue her words any further. For some reason, Akari is squinting her face as if she was anticipating that she was about to be slapped by someone.
"Akari, is something wrong?"
To my supposed standard question, Akari widened her eyes in surprise.
"Eh...? N-no, I'm sorry Aruji-sama. I-It's nothing..."
"I see. Looks like you have history from her, but I'll have you tell me later. For now, let's sit down and end this ruckus"
"Y-yes..."
I put my hands into her back and pushed her into her seat. I also went and came back to mine. After I'm done with mine, l saw Sora who was also finished on his end also came back to sit. Miss Sherry who was shocked to the chaotic occurrence finally regained her composure.
"Ehh....?! Sai again...?! Tch! This bastard's hauling all the pretty girls, isn't he?"
""Kill him...! Kill him...! Kill him...!"
For some reason, the boys we're glaring daggers at me. Scary...! You do realize the girls can hear you right? See? They're looking at you guys in disgust.
"Ahem... I'll have a talk after this Sai Crimsonheart and Sora. Introduction was done so I'll continue with our lesson"
And thus, the unique way of introduction of our contracted familiar has come to an end. I was a bit anxious that something might happen again during the discussion, but it looks like the two didn't make another ruckus.
When the breaktime finally came, Me and Sora went into the cafeteria after our talk with Miss Sherry. We both sat at the free seat near the edge of the cafeteria carrying our food we just bought.
"Sora. Looking rad this morning, aren't we?" I jest.
"Haha, you too. I didn't expect you'll also noticed about the situation"
"Ha?! Of course, I will I'm not just your ordinary joe, you know?"
"I know I know. Ahaha" Sora awkwardly laugh.
"Master, who is that man?"
Out of nowhere, the female transferee who was suddenly behind Sora asked him a question.
"Uwah—?! You scared me...."
"Oh, Master huh. I guess I'm not the only one who gets called Master anymore" I jest.
"Yeah. Ah, I forgot to introduce her to you" Sora gestured at the transferee. "Her name is Aoyuki. Well, something happened but she is now what you call my contracted familiar"
Beside Akari, Aoyuki is one of the two familiar you can choose in the game by choosing what biome you will choose. Well, I already know her though.
"Nice one Sora. You'll have someone to guide you from now on. Take care of her"
"You don't have to say it" Sora said and beamed a smile.
Let's gave him a shock, shall we?
"Well, then how about I introduced mine?" I gestured at Akari who is stalking me to come with me in which she did. "This girl is Akari. Just like you, she's my contracted familiar"
"Ehh...?!"
Sora widened his eyes in surprise to my announcement. Now that's what I like.
"Is it the reason why you're absent for three days?" Sora asked displaying a surprised look.
"That's right. Oh, if you're thinking about their race, sadly, they're the only last of their kind"
"Eh...? Is that so..."
Sora was left dejected to in response to my reply. Guh... That was unnecessary. Let's change the subject, shall we?
Though, before I say anything, it was halted when Akari started opening her mouth.
"A Half Angel and Spirit. Pretty unusual if I say so myself"
"Aren't you the same? Miss Half Fallen Angel and Vampire?" Aoyuki retorted.
Heh... So Aoyuki is a Half Angel and Spirit... That's so cool...!
"Hey Akari, don't insult her. You two should be friends, you know?"
"That's an insult?!" I told.
I unconsciously retort to Lily who came along with the rest of the group and approached us to know what's going on.
"Lily... But—"
"No buts!"
"Are you a kid...?"
I feel like I'm listening to some kids talking to each other but well... I'm also curious on why did the two attacked each other earlier. So, I asked just in case.
"Akari, about before, why did you attack Aoyuki earlier?" I asked.
In response to my question, Akari started to think, displaying a serious look on her face. I was actually expecting some good answer but—
"Hm.... No particular reason"
""Huh?!""
Everyone reacted at the same time. T-this girl... she just casually says something without any ounce of reaction from her face...
"I just kind of hate her" Akari frankly added.
"What a coincidence, me too"
Aoyuki who was listening to Akari's words also said her opinion on her frankly. I wonder why they hate each other though. Is it their instinct?
"Well, in any case, Sora, if you ever need an answer, just ask your familiar there, I'm sure she can answer anything you want"
"Eh? You mean anything?"
"Not anything but... I guess she knows how you can progress on becoming stronger...?"
"W-what's with that awkward end...?"
"No, I just had a conflict on my mind" I changed my demeanor and asked Sora. "Sora, are you planning on becoming stronger?"
"Huh?"
""...""
Sora was left dumbfounded to my sudden question. The girls also kept their attention to Sora who was speechless at the question. Though, of course, it didn't take long for our protagonist to say his answer.
"Of course. I want to be someone strong enough to save everyone" Sora firmly answered.
Hm, Good. I nodded at Sora who gave his firm answer to my question. Although cringe, at least he has the passion in his heart to become someone worthy of being strong.
Looks like the girls also was satisfied to Sora's admirable answer since they're all displaying a satisfied look in response to Sora's answer.
You might think of why they didn't cringe at him but apparently, dreaming of becoming a "Hero" in this world is normal since this world is devoid of dangers that they need of someone protecting them in their place.
After my question, all of us went back to a normal topic and had a fun conversation. The girls tried their best to reconcile Akari and Aoyuki but seems like it'll probably take a long time until they manage to be successful.
After our breaktime, I separated with the group and left the academy even when the second subject was about to start. I head into the "Adventurer's guild" who's just beside next into the academy.
What I came here is to ask for information about the 『Jungle』 and what place they are located.
After giving the receptionist a piece of gold, it didn't take long for me to get a map of the place. In which case, I also ask for another detailed map for the 『Artic』, 『Dessert』 and a 『Dungeon』 for my future course of action.
[Biome map acquired]
"Information acquired. Now for the preparation..."
I left the adventurer's guild and went into the bazaar at the capital.
I bought a hundred [Pot] and 4 different types of plants needed for 『Alchemy』. I was planning on brute forcing the 『Jungle』 but unfortunately, we're already in 『Chaos Mode』 added with our equipment who is still in now considered as lower tier because of the current monsters who became stronger many times than before.
I also bought a thousand [Glass Bottles] for the potion and a [Dimension Chest] as a storage.
I bought everything we will need for our next adventure in the capital. When I notice, it was already late and the sun as about to set. I'm also feeling kind of tired, so I just rode a carriage back into the Villa.
"Oh Sai! Sigh... I thought you would be gone again. Where did you go?"
When I entered the Villa, Lily who's in the living room greets me and breathe out a sigh of relief when she saw me.
"I just bought everything in preparation for our next operation"
"You're really looking forward to it huh. You even left on our next subject earlier"
"Not really, I just left since it'll be efficient, and I already know the subject so it's unnecessary"
Lily looks at me with a skeptical look. Not long after and Luna and Seia went and came to greet me.
"Ah Master, welcome back"
"Welcome back, Sai"
The two of them cheerfully greeted me beaming with smile. This situation made me feel so comfortable.... We feel like a family just now and I like it very much.
"Thank you, girls. By the way, where's Akari?" I asked.
"I'm here, Aruji-sama"
"Ah good timing. Can you come with me on the backyard?"
"Yes" Akari nodded and went after me.
"Heh... Already huh" Lily said.
I also need to prepare Akari. Akari is a Mage build type which will have a strong advantage of us for its burst damage and to monsters with high DEF.
"Aruji-sama, why did you bring me here?"
After we went to the backyard, Akari asked me a question.
"Ahh, you know that we'll set out somewhere, right?"
"Yes, you mentioned it this morning, Aruji-sama"
"Indeed. During our exploration, we'll need you as a mage from the party"
After I took something on my pouch, I hand Akari the 9 『Mana Essence』.
"I see.... If that's what Aruji-sama wants, then I will do it"
After firmly saying her obedience, Akari crushed the 9 『Mana Essence』 into her hand, permanently increasing her 『Mana』 by 200.
You might be confused why she didn't react at all. The reason is, Akari and Aoyuki is the companion of the protagonist which will help the protagonist to progress into the story.
They will teach you how to craft or do this and what is your next course of action will be. In my case, Akari doesn't ask any more questions since she already know what it is.
"We're here, Sai. Did she already take it?"
Lily together with Luna and Seia went into the backyard. Perhaps curious to what where doing.
"Yeah, just now" I said.
"I see. Looks like you'll have another beautiful girl accompanying you" Lily sarcastically said.
"Haha... In any case, I don't like how our classmates see Akari. They look like they're mocking her"
"As expected of you, I guess. Very kind" Lily said, nodding to herself.
"Well, that's that. Anyways, let's go eat, everyone"
""Yes!""
All of us went inside the Villa to eat our dinner.
I already have the materials needed for the preparation. Now all I need to do is to know they're resolution.
I can't force someone to get stronger along with me if they don't want it. Unfortunately, the three of them didn't pass the requirements of passion to becoming stronger.
If I want them to be with me, I have to lit up the fire inside their heart in order for them to continue being with me. And in order to do that...
I'll have Rina-san who is considered one of the strongest elves in this current era to have a spar with me.