(Korosu POV)
Another strange occurrence has happened at Kumo's bar which I don't think will be the last. After we all robed the mansion which was an amazing success we went to celebrate at his bar and we all drank maybe a little too much and fell asleep.
If it wasn't for Kumo waking us up when he did we probably would've slept till the next night. When we all realized how late we were we quickly got ready and left. However once we started moving towards our new hideout which was also another abandoned I realized something.
My shoulder wasn't hurting any more when I moved it I guess it must've healed a little overnight. I wanted to see the damage because unfortunately if it left a scar it would become a way for people to identify me as the leader of 'The Bone Knifes'. That is why I am always cautious not to get hurt.
With that said I started unraveling the bandage to get a good look at it. I was probably getting my hopes up on it being healed as it was only about 3 days old combined with it being a bad wound which really hurt before , especially when I pulled the arrow out of my shoulder.
When the bandage was off I was so shocked at what I saw I actually dropped the bandage. The shoulder wound was completely healed with not even a scar which was extraordinary. It definitely should not be fully healed this soon. Kumo might have healed it while I was sleeping.
I don't know how he healed it but I have a theory. I think he was a professional thief so much so that his name isn't even heard of. That would explain why he had the invisibility cloak and his insane brut strength. He must've used a item or potion on it.
I don't know if that is the case but either way I should confront him when I see him tonight. I need to thank him for giving me the cloak and my crew all the food so this is the perfect chance.
We then all went to the tavern for our nightly eating and relaxation time which was very much appreciated. We then made it to the door and just when we were about to go inside disaster struck.
It was dark when all of the sudden a bright light shined on all of us which almost blinded me. Then when my eyes finally adjust to the light I saw what looked to be three adventurers. This was bad we've been caught, we needed to hide so I said to the crew "get inside." and we all ran in.
I don't know how we will deal with this but I hope Kumo can help
(Kumo POV)
I was petting my new cat which I can officially say now that I have a obsession with. It's not like she doesn't enjoy it and happily purrs in my lap. She really helps with my mental health from being alone all day.
Based on the time on the clock that I got with my cheat skill I knew it was about time for Korosu and his gang to arrive. That when the door once again was flung open. I don't know how many more door flinging it can take but it should be ok as I can just fix it.
"Quickly we all need a place to hide!" Korosu said. Me sensing the urgency in his voice I quickly replied "Hurry you can hide down in the cellar." I then threw open the cellar hatch for them as they climbed inside. I do have one but it's empty as I just make the food and ale appear in thin air instead of storing it.
"Take her, protect her with your life." I said as I handed the cat to Korosu while he was on the latter to the cellar. He then he looked at the cat and the at me with a confused expression as i closed the hatch.
I'm a little scared as I don't know who or what made them all have to hide. I technically could easily handle the situation as I'm stronger than a god in here but I'm still scared. I wish I could handle this a little more confidently.
*Ding*
[—Processing.— —Processing—]
[ You have received the skill "parallel mind"]
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parallel Mind- The user gets a personality change in stressful situations to better handle them. The new persona will be sharp and courageous that brings passive fear into others. The persona also has the ability to use all skills.
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[The skill will now automatically activate]
"No wait don't!"
(Garasu POV)
"What would you like to order." He said to us as we walked in the what looked to be a tavern. The man didn't seem very strong but I was still cautious as I don't know what to expect. Ether he is being forced to hide the bandits or he is working with them, both make us in a dangerous situation.
Ken starting a conversation said "Are you ok where did the bandits go." Then the person said "My my where are your manners, my name is… shi… yes Shikumo and you." I didn't like the way he paused when he said his name only furthering my suspicion that he is working with the bandits, maybe this is their hideout.
Ken realizing his apparent rudeness said "Oh right, I'm Ken she's Garasu and she's Kegawa." he said pointing towards us as he said our names. That's when I realized something terrible as I looked at Kegawa that Ken didn't see as he was preoccupied with Shikumo.
Kegawa who would usually be ready for a fight now had her ears down and tail in between her legs. She had a special skill called 'Instincts' which allow her to truly gage her opponents power. This skill cannot be tricked by magic or any skill.
We usually use it to let us know if we can defeat a monster. That's how we knew we would make it through the goblin quest. Even that one time we encountered an A rank monster which was too strong and we had to hide, Kegawa still had the spirit to keep fighting. This time now that she is petrified from fear I could only think one thing.
We're in trouble!