Chapter 26: Shocking Revelation!
I hear the shocking truth from Al and Nero.
In the event that any Demon Lords are listening, I would like to extend my sincere apologies for selfishly reaping the benefits of the Unique Skill.
In Nero's case, it was intentional...
However, neither of them minds.
They already possess strength that doesn't rely on the benefits of the Unique Skill.
"We don't particularly worry about it since we're conditionally immortal, but Takuto is different, right?"
"Yeah, he had the [Immortality] skill rejected."
"Is his lifespan okay?"
"What do you mean?"
Normally, acquiring the benefits of the Unique Skill requires sacrificing one's own mind and body. It's not widely known, but with each acquisition, one's lifespan shortens.
It's said that masters don't live long because of this.
They were concerned about me, someone who doesn't possess the [Immortality] skill and is also a holder of one of the top Unique Skills.
"If you want, I can use [Magic Eyes] to see your 'time of death.' Just remove [Magic Reflection (Twice)]."
...Is this a sudden death sentence!
I confirmed it with [Omniscience], and Al was right.
I can't blame Eline for this matter.
During the time when the bug allowed the acquisition of the Unique Skill, I got carried away and didn't report it.
With such a cheat ability, there's no way there wouldn't be any risks.
I have no choice but to accept reality, but there should be some kind of countermeasure. I should contact someone quickly.
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"Huh!"
"I apologize, but I am unable to remove it. I will make an attempt to find a solution, but..."
If Mokuren were to delete (return to the gods) the regular skill, she made sure that the corresponding reduction in lifespan wouldn't occur.
Regarding the unique skills acquired in this world, they vary based on skill points.
In simple terms, it goes like this: "Acquire unique skill (10 points) → Lifespan decreases by one year → Acquire regular skill (1 point × 10) → Equivalent exchange with unique skill (10 points = 10 points)."
In other words, as long as I automatically acquire unique skills, I will need to allocate them to skills that I won't use, as I won't be able to distribute them to other practical skills...
Moreover, it concerns me that I don't know the acquisition value of the unique skill until I acquire it.
There's a possibility of dying suddenly too...
The curse, "Curse: Price of Blessings," has been activated.
It's a curse, huh...
"Don't worry, this curse cannot be seen by others."
I can't say I'm reassured, though...
However, it's a relief to have found out at this timing.
If it had been later, I would definitely be dead.
From now on, I will have to live relying only on the blessings of unique skills, unable to use regular skills much.
To begin with, the blessings of unique skills are too peculiar...
"Elaine, do you hold a grudge against me? You've put two curses on me!"
"It's an unavoidable situation."
No good, she haven't reflected on it at all...
I have a feeling that I will continue to be cursed from now on...
From society's perspective, I am a 'jobless youth without proper skills, incapable of using honorifics.'
When put into words, it describes myself, but I'm a worthless person.