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A day has passed since Reo has officially become a Hunter for Japan and got his Hunter License. He is currently officially listed as the second Unranked Hunter in the world. Even though when Reo tried to check his Hunter data on the official website of the Japanese Hunter Association, his data was hidden and labeled secret level 3 data that was only accessible to the top brass of the Japanese Hunter Association, Chairman and board of directors.
That of course sparked curiosity from Reo, he was curious why his data was hidden by the association, but because it did not have a bad impact on him and even had a good effect, so Reo just ignored it. It was not his business whether the Association had a hidden purpose or not, so he did not ask Akari or Heisatsu.
Actually, for other hunters, hiding their Hunter data like this can have good and bad effects. Most Awakened who decide to become a Hunter because they are after a common things like money and popularity, it was natural. Therefore, the Association's actions such as concealment of information will affect the community's response to the Hunter.
But there are also some people who prefer to hide their Hunter identity from the public, usually such people are the Hunter who work in hidden work or important assets of the country.
After that, Reo went through his day as usual. Even after he became a Hunter, his daily routine did not change. He practiced swords and carried out his morning routine in the morning, went to school in the afternoon, and trained his Ki at night.
***
"Come on, Reo-nii, which is the fun part of reading Shoujo Manga, it's an object that should be owned by women." Phillip, who is now 11 years old, pointed his index finger at Reo who was seen lying under Kotatsu while reading the Shoujo manga in his hand.
Currently, everyone are relaxing in the living room of the Shirogami residence. Aisya was seen doing her homework with the help of Iris. Takashi, who turned 15, was seen playing with Char. And Phillip, he had been trying to disturb Reo, who was enjoying his leisure time.
A traditional Japanese style fireplace warms the room in the middle of Winter, it is a warm family atmosphere. Hearing Phillip's words, Reo said.
"Heh, you are still too young to understand the beauty of Shoujo Manga, Philip. When you are old enough, you must first read an adult magazine before you can enjoy the beauty of Shoujo Manga. Love is not just about sex, you know."
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Reo said such nonsense in front of Phillip who was still small and innocent. While Takashi who saw that immediately covered Char's ears and smiled bitterly.
"You shouldn't say things like that in front of Phillip, Reo-nii."
"Huh? But am i wrong tho?" Instead of feeling guilty, Reo tried to justify his actions. And Takashi can only say yes to Reo.
"Well ... it's not a matter of right or wrong ~"
While Phillip, gazes of determination radiated in his eyes. He extended his hand towards Reo and said with a resolute expression.
"Then show me your adult magazine. I'm old enough, I guess ..."
Hearing that, Reo shook his head.
"You still don't have enough determination to see it, Phillip. But if you really want to be a man, then you have to understand a woman's feelings first."
"Is that so? ..."
Reo nodded before showing one of his manga panels to Phillip in front of him.
"Of course, and by reading Shoujo Manga you can do that."
Hearing that, Phillip innocently asked.
"Then do you now understand the feelings of women?"
Reo was silent. That was a question that he could not answer at all.
"Well maybe ... no."
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"Then what did you read it for?"
Again Reo could not answer Phillip's question. He might read it because it's fun, but does he really feel that way. Reo did not understand about that at all ... But at least he had tried.
And when the curious Phillip tried to persuade Reo to play with him again, suddenly a middle-aged man's voice came from the door.
"Looks like you guys are having fun, am I disturbing your time?"
That voice is none other than Heisatsu's. His hair had turned white and his skin began to wrinkle, he really looked like an old man now. But the gazes in his eyes were still firm and sharp, his spirit still burning as if not timeless. Age is just a number for him.
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Seeing Heisatsu, Phillip immediately ran towards him with shining eyes.
"Heisatsu, you're home! My Dorayaki?"
"Hahaha, calm down, I've bought Dorayaki for everyone. But before that, did you do your homework?"
Hearing that Phillip rubbed his nose, and said proudly.
"Hehe ~ don't worry, I did it myself this afternoon, and without Iris-nee's help."
"I see ..." Heisatsu then patted Phillip's head before giving him a paper bag containing Dorayaki inside. He then glanced at Reo and said.
"Come with me."
Reo who saw that raised his eyebrows.
"Hm?"
Although he didn't know what Heisatsu wanted to talk about, Reo immediately stood up and followed him out of the room.
* kriet * * kriet *
The rattling sound of wood could be heard when Reo and Heisatsu stepped in the dark alley, indicating that the Shirogami residence was a very old building.
The atmosphere was quiet, none of Reo and Heisatsu spoke.
"Hey old man, where are you taking me?" Reo asked.
But Heisatsu didn't answer Reo's question, he just kept walking in silence. Before finally stopping when he arrived in front of an old wooden door. Seeing that, Reo muttered softly.
" This room... "
The door to the room in front of him right now is a door that is always locked, during the 6 years he lived there, Reo had never even entered into this room. The room was never opened and even Reo never saw Heisatsu enter it.
"This is a warehouse where my predecessors' old belongings are stored," Heisatsu said as he opened the padlock that locked the old door.
"Then why did you bring me here?"
Hearing that Heisatsu just kept quiet and opened the old door. He then turned slightly to Reo who was behind him and said.
"I want to give you something to congratulate on being a Hunter."
"..."
* krieet *
Reo then followed Heisatsu and entered the room. When he entered, Reo was greeted with the smell of old wood and the tickling aroma of cloves. He slightly closed his nose because of the dust in every corner of the room.
The dark room was filled with a variety of fighting equipment which was enough to amaze Reo. The armor usually worn by samurai in the past can be seen displayed gallantly on the side of the room.
Various kinds of weapons such as katana are arranged neatly on the walls of the room, the old room that is always locked is a room that contains historical evidence, and silent witnesses of the history of Japanese samurai in the past itself.
" This is it... "
Hearing Heisatsu's voice, Reo who initially looked around then turned his attention to the katana on display in a glass cabinet. It was a sword with blades of black and silver that glowed in the darkness as if it was radiating its own light.
The sword has a Tsuba or hand holder made of bronze and gold, the handle of the sword is white with Japanese calligraphy engraving carved using gold ink. The sword exuded an aura of unique grandeur, which made others unable to distract them from it.
"This sword ..."
Heisatsu who intially silent then began to open his mouth.
"At first I didn't intend to show this sword to you because I think for someone like you who hasn't learned swordsmanship from childhood, you won't be able to master Shirogami Sword Art fully. But again, for the umpteenth time you exceeded my expectations."
"Not only mastering Shirogami Sword Art, you even surpassed me in pure sword fighting. You who have only learned to use swords for 6 years, have reached a height that even sword geniuses of the past cannot reach. Saying talent will be too trivial, from the very beginning you were born to wield a sword. "
Reo just shut up and listen to Heisatsu's words. Heisatsu then began to open the cabinet and took the sword displayed in it.
"This sword is more than 700 years old, in place by one of the best blacksmiths of all time in the 13th century. A sword that has a very long history and is a silent witness to the journey of governance in Japan, was lost in the second world war before it was discovered by one of the Shirogami swordsmen. One of the best swords ever created by humanity, a sword of goodness ... "
Heisatsu then turned and handed the sword in his hand to Reo, and said with a serious expression.
"... Honjō Masamune."
* fwuosh *
The night wind blows from the open door as Reo stares at the sword who currently in his hand. Honestly, Reo didn't feel anything special about the sword. It is just an ordinary sword with a long history.
It was not a magic sword or a cursed weapon that could drive a user crazy. However, it was an ordinary weapon of the highest quality he had ever seen. The blade is smooth and very sharp, and the handle is very comfortable to hold. A sword that represents the best potential that can be achieved by humanity.
That is Honjō Masamune in Reo's eyes.
"A sword of goodness ..." Reo murmured. He did not feel a great strength hidden inside the sword. But somehow Reo felt an unusual closeness to the sword.
"Well, it really isn't a magic sword that can kill monsters if you don't coat Ki around it, it's just an ordinary katana with terrifying quality."
Heisatsu then smiled sincerely towards Reo.
"And this might just be my selfish desire as a teacher and father figure to you, so can you use that thing to protect humanity from monsters from another world?"
Seeing that, Reo paused. The current Heisatsu is different from him 6 years ago. Since he stopped being a Hunter and stopped using his sword to kill, he has learned to be a good father to other children including Reo.
He spent a lot of his time at home and his family time also became more. And that gave Reo a new perspective, the sincere affection he showed them, children whose parents were killed in the war, a murderer who tried to atone for his past sins.
That made Reo finally understand a little what the family meant to Heisatsu and the children. No, even for him.
"I see ... I thought you brought me to this place to give me a devastating magic weapon. But instead you gave me this katana ..."
Hearing that Heisatsu raised his eyebrows.
"Huh? You don't like it?"
Heisatsu did not expect that Reo would say that, but suddenly Reo opened his mouth.
"No, this is perfect." Reo answered briefly which immediately made Heisatsu speechless.
"I don't need a magic sword made from monster body parts or a terrifuing weapon made from Magic Core, this sword ... proof of the greatness of humanity ... I will use it."
Hearing that Heisatsu slightly widened his eyes before he laughed lightly.
"Hahaha, you really have never changed."
Reo only made a deadpan expression before Heisatsu opened his mouth again. Their eyes met.
"Congratulations on becoming a Hunter, Reo. After this you must walk a dangerous path, you will continue to risk your life while in the Dungeon and you also have a promise you must keep. And at that time, you can only rely on yourself to survive. "Heisatsu said and then continued.
"So I hope you can continue to live and get what you want in this world."
" Yes... I know. "
That is not advice, but a request. The hope of a teacher for his students, and a father for his children.
The atmosphere then became quiet, none of Heisatsu and Reo spoke.
"Oh, that's right. Besides, I also want to give you this." Heisatsu then took an outfit from the wooden cupboard in the room.
It was a traditional Japanese Haori and Hakama all in white, seeing that Reo raised his eyebrows.
"What are you giving me this thing for?" Asked Reo. Heisatsu then gave the clothes in his hands to Reo and Reo received them with a confused expression.
"Of course you will use it when you enter the Dungeon later."
"Huh? I ... Wear this?" Reo then stretched out his clothes and put on a weird face.
"Why do I have to wear these lame clothes when I enter the Dungeon, is this some kind of tradition in the Shirogami family to fight using traditional clothes? Besides, these clothes will disrupt my movements later, and the color is also white, this will get dirty quickly." Reo said, continued to complain about Heisatsu's suggestion.
"I don't want to wear this even if you force it, using a sweater and trousers is far more comfortable than using this thing," Reo said trying to hand Haori and Hakama back to Heisatsu.
Hearing that Heisatsu let out a tired sigh.
"You are ... * sigh * The object in your hand is not just ordinary clothes you know, it is a magic outfit woven with webs from the Magic Beast Spiders in the Dungeon."
"Hmm ... I see." Well Reo did not know, he could not detect the magic hidden behind the threads that make up the clothes.
"Do you think you can enter the Dungeon using only ordinary clothes? Of course not. If you only wear ordinary clothes, it will be destroyed by being exposed to waves of magic energy inside the Dungeon. Do you want to fight while naked?"
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"I'm not an exhibitionist," Reo said, shaking his head.
"Therefore you must wear that clothes, besides that it is also quite fire resistant and very comfortable to wear, it will not hamper your movements at all. It is not easy to get dirty like ordinary clothes and certainly not easily damaged or torn. You will understand if you wear it later. "Heisatsu explained why Reo had to wear those clothes.
"If you say that ..." But inevitably Reo thought in his mind.
'No, from the start why did you design it to be like this. '
"... I will wear it even though I will look like a chuunibyou." Reo said carrying the clothes and the katana.
Heisatsu then smiled. The atmosphere became quiet before he started walking out of the room.
"Then I'll go to the living room, make tea for everyone, quickly before you run out of Dorayaki. And don't forget to lock the door again."
Heisatsu then immediately left the room without looking back, leaving Reo alone in the room.
"..."
Reo paused before he walked out and locked the door of the room again. He then put the key in his pocket before looking at the moon that shined in the night sky.
"Akari-nee has business tomorrow, do I have to take a taxi to get to Yokohama? I think I should reconsider the suggestion from Iris-nee ..."
After muttering for a while, Reo then immediately walked to the kitchen while carrying a katana and clothes in his hands. He must get ready because tomorrow, he will finally enter the Dungeon for the first time.
***
Being an idol is the dream of all teenage girls, but not everyone can achieve that dream, only special people who are blessed with beautiful looks and qualified talent can do it. For this reason, they feel that they are special chosen people.
They use their beauty and talents to gain popularity, money and lots of praise. They are a human group that is driven by greed and symbolizes pride.
It is around 3:30 p.m. At one point near Tokyo Bay, the area around Minato Mirai 21. There were many people gathered around. Even so, it could be seen that the crowd could not cross a line that had been installed around the area.
That was the line set by the Hunter Association to stop ordinary citizens from approaching, because there appeared a B-Rank Gate that had opened and continued to emit waves of magic energy constantly around it.
The people who gathered outside the line were reporters from various TV stations who were trying to cover the incident there. However, they did not come to cover the Gate that was appearing there, but rather one of the Hunters who participate in the Raid.
"So, how likely is it that this Raid will succeed, Karen-chan?"
The Rising Star, which is currently popular, is a young idol who works as a singer and actress in various TV dramas, Karen Kanzaki.
"Well, I don't really understand that issue because this is my debut as a Hunter. But before, after I had a conversation with Araki-san as the leader of the Attack Force on the Raid this time, the chance of the success of the Raid this time was 95%. "said Karen, smiling at the camera.
"That's a pretty high number, but we can't ignore the 5% chance of failure right?"
Hearing that, Karen removed her smile and nodded with a serious expression.
" That's right. "
As expected of an actress, is able to change the expression on her face and the emotion she is showing is like turning her palm. That is his daily work, so it's not a strange right to be able to do that. Many people say that the actress is a job for sociopaths, it is not a wrong statement though.
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"Then what preparations have you made to avoid this failure?"
Karen then smiled again.
"Um, I have done everything in my power to prepare everything I need in the Raid this time. With the guidance of the mentors in the Guild and colleagues, I can confidently say that I am ready in the Raid this time."
Karen then bowed herself in front of the camera before saying.
"Therefore, I beg for your support and prayers from everyone for the success of the Raid this time."
She then regained her posture and smiled sweetly in front of the camera. Reporters and crowds then applauded and shouted her name. That wasn't the atmosphere that should be in the middle of the appearance of a B-Rank Gate.
And in the midst of the boisterous atmosphere, at the end of one of the tents where the Hunter was resting and waiting for the right time to enter the Gate, a man was leaning on a pole reading Shoujo Manga in his hand.
Reo, he looks very striking even among the Hunters who use various kinds of magic equipment such as Armor and Magic Robes. He was wearing the white Hakama and Haori which heisatsu had given him last night. Honjō Masamune hung on his waist and his golden eyes seemed to focus on reading panel by panel.
" The reporters are always noisy huh. " Reo muttered.
He looked aloof and away from the Hunter who were gathered and seemed to be chatting casually with each other.
"The sky is cloudy, fortunately I brought an umbrella, otherwise I will get soaked later. Or maybe it will snow even though it's still too early?" Reo muttered while looking at the Yokohama sky which was covered by dark clouds.
He must admit, Reo felt that the clothes he was wearing today were very comfortable and even warm in the middle of winter like this. It's like super sophisticated clothing that keeps the body temperature warm. As he tried to re-read his manga, Reo heard a grunt from the side.
"Ah shit ~, why am I being sent to a B-Rank Dungeon like this, ah shit, I'm dead."
"Hm?" Reo glanced sideways, and there he saw a man crouching languidly beside him.
It was a man who might be only a few years older than Reo, he had short black hair and wore rimless glasses that added the impression of a Nerd to him. He was seen wearing only a simple outfit with a magic cloak hanging over his shoulder. And he held a wooden wand with a green magic core on it.
Hearing Reo's voice, the man then looked up slightly and saw Reo's facial features, he thought.
' Foreigners? '
"What's the matter?" Said Reo who felt that the man was looking at him intensely.
"Ah, no, it's nothing." The man smiled wryly as he tried to refute Reo's words. He then glanced at the object in Reo's hand and made a strange expression.
"This is mine, I won't lend it."
Hearing Reo's words, the man immediately regained consciousness and said with an awkward laugh.
"Well, that's not it, I really didn't intend to borrow it ahaha."
He then smiled while thinking.
'Is that a Shojo Manga? No, who was this person from the beginning? Is he also a Hunter who is included in the Raid members this time? 'thought the man paying attention to Reo's entire body, from head to foot, and he couldn't feel the magic energy from him at all.
That of course made him confused, because a non-hunter should be forbidden to cross the Line that have been installed by the Japanese Hunter Association let alone be near the Gate. But he decided to ignore Reo and shake his head.
'Forget Aboutaleb that Osamu, he might just be a freak. Why worry about others when my own life is in danger. 'thought the man, looking down.
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Osamu Sato, just an ordinary B-Rank Healer who became a Hunter to get money, a lot of money. A look of despair could be seen on his face when he realized that he must once again enter the Dungeon.
Even though he looks like a timid amateur, in fact this is not the first time Osamu entered the Dungeon. And this is also not the first time he thought of quitting being a Hunter.
"Ah ~, this job is really driving me crazy." Osamu scratched his head and sighed tiredly, before he felt a curious look from his side.
" Hmmmm... "
"Geh, h-hai!" Osamu was surprised when he saw that Reo had stopped reading his manga and turned his gaze towards him, before he tried to greet him.
"Do you want to poop?"
"Huh?"
Reo then crouched down and whispered to Osamu.
"You better not do it here my friend, are you included in the group of humans who have no shame?"
"What are you talking about, of course I do not want to do that in this place, you freak." Osamu said, lowering his tone so that others could not hear.
"Then why are you just crouching and growling?" Asked Reo, who stood back up.
"That's ..." Osamu tried to avert his eyes because he didn't want to show his fear to Reo.
While Reo was waiting for an answer from Osamu, suddenly a man's voice approached them both.
"Shirogami-dono and Sato-dono?"
Hearing the man's voice, Reo and Osamu immediately turned their attention towards the man. It was a young man with a handsome face and sharp eyes. A friendly smile appeared on his face. He looks like someone who is easy to get along with and very friendly, the type of leader who is loved by everyone.
The luxurious golden armor he wore, and the two-handed big sword that hung from his waist, clearly indicated that he was equipped with the best equipment that was very expensive.
"Right?" Asked the man with a smile.
"Y-yes." Osamu who initially squatted immediately stood up and corrected his attitude in front of the man. Judging from his attitude, he seemed to know who Araki was.
"My name is Osamu Sato, nice to meet you Araki-san." Said Osamu, reaching out his hand and shaking hands with the man called Araki.
"Ho ~, looks like you already know me," said Araki with a smile.
"Of course, you are one of the best A-Rank Hunter in Japan, Araki Uehara-san, an honor to be under your leadership," Osamu said respectfully.
"Hahaha, that's too exaggerated." Araki laughed lightly before he turned his gaze towards Reo who just stood beside Osamu.
"And I think you are Shirogami-san. I've heard about you from Goto-sama."
"You can call me Reo," Reo said, nodding. Araki also nodded before he said to Reo and Osamu.
"In that case, because you just joined the Attack Force led by me, so you can just follow the strategy meeting with the other Hunters," said Araki.
Osamu and Reo only nodded before they followed Araki from behind to the place where the Hunter of the Draw Sword Guild who would conduct the Raid this time gathered. They sat on the chairs that had been provided by the Hunter Association to discuss their plans to kill the Dungeon Boss later.
After that, the meeting began. Reo's presence at first attracted everyone's attention, because of his striking appearance and especially since none of the Hunters there could feel the magic energy from inside his body, he looked like an ordinary person in their eyes. But everyone's attention returned to Araki who explained their plan to defeat the Dungeon Boss.
"According to the data collected by the Monitoring Team from the Hunter Association, the type of Magic Beast in the Dungeon that we will enter this time is an insect type Magic Beast, the chances are very high and reach 90%." Said Araki who stood in front of everyone .
This time the Attack Force consisted of 16 members including Reo and Araki. In rank, this time the Attack Force contained three A-Rank Hunter, twelve B-Rank Hunter, and one Unranked Hunter, Reo himself. To be honest, after seeing the list of members of the Attack Force that he and Osamu received from Araki, Reo made a strange face.
That's because according to Reo, the strength of the Attack Force this time is very weak when compared to the B-Rank Dungeon that they will enter. Actually there are many people who misunderstand the Dungeon and Hunter ranking system.
The general public thinks that a B-Rank Dungeon can be cleared by an Attack Force containing B-Rank Hunters, but that is a very wrong perception. Basically the grouping of Dungeons is different from Hunter. Normally, to clear a B-Rank Dungeon, an Attack Force must at least be dominated by A-Rank Hunters. Likewise with the A-Rank Dungeon that can only be resolved by the presence of S-Rank Hunter in it.
And S-Rank Dungeons that require interference from the National Level Hunter itself. But Reo just kept quiet and said nothing.
"Insect-type Magic Beasts are colony-type monsters that usually attack humans in groups and in large numbers. Their physical strength is very weak, but they have a very deadly power, that is Poison. And because of that, the one circle-elemental mage with fire affinity will be the main weapon in this plan. "
Araki then began to explain their plans in detail to everyone. This Attack Force has 6 Mage-class Hunter, one of them is an A-Rank Hunter. But only 4 of them have fire affinity, one of them is A-Rank Mage Class Hunter, Karen Kanzaki.
"... So that's the plan we will use on Raid this time. Is there anyone who wants to ask something?"
The atmosphere became quiet, it seems like everyone has understood the plan drawn up by Araki.
"Looks like everyone has understood my plan. Then, everyone get ready because we will immediately enter the Dungeon in 15 minutes," said Araki while looking at the clock on his smartphone.
After hearing Araki's voice, everyone immediately dispersed to prepare their respective gear, leaving only Reo who was still sitting in his seat. Instead, he casually raised his leg and resumed reading Shoujo Manga in his hands.
"You look very relaxed, Shiro-... I mean Reo-dono. Isn't this your first time entering the Dungeon?" Was Araki's voice approaching Reo with a smile.
"Yes, that's how it is," Reo said without taking his eyes. While Araki did not feel offended and sat next to Reo.
The atmosphere then became silent for several minutes when Araki seemed to only focus on watching the screen of his smartphone while smiling. He watched a photo, a picture of him with a little girl beside him.
"Is that your daughter?"
It was Reo's voice that suddenly opened his mouth. Hearing that, Araki was a little surprised because he thought Reo was a passive person, who wouldn't start a conversation.
"Uh? Ah ... Yes, she will soon turn 5 years old at the end of the year," said Araki.
"I see, I'm quite surprised at the fact that you've become a father at that age." Reo murmured, glancing towards Araki.
"Do I really look that young to you?"
Reo just shrugged his shoulders and the atmosphere returned to silence before Reo said again.
"So how do you feel about leaving your daughter when you go to work? Are you sorry or worried?" Asked Reo, his habit reappears when there is something that can make him curious.
But Araki seemed completely uninterrupted by Reo's attitude.
"Hm ... How to explain, if I don't do my job as a Hunter, I will only be a failed parent, from where I get money to buy her milk and food if not from my job as a hunter? But at the same time, I'm worried about her when i'm in work. That is a dilemma."
"Dilemma, huh?" Reo muttered, looking thoughtful of something.
Then the atmosphere became quiet before Araki stood up from his chair and said.
"Alright, I guess it's time to go ..."
Reo who heard that closed the manga in his hand and glanced sideways. And Araki continued.
"Let's go."
After that, members of the Attack Force including Reo were seen gathering in front of the Gate, with Araki standing in front of them all, he was seen giving a boring motivational speech to everyone. Reo who was standing in the back row then glanced sideways and it was Osamu who seemed to be praying to the talisman in his hands.
"Oh God, please protect me. Please keep me alive, I'm still not married and have children, then have a happy family in my life. I beg you, I beg ..." Osamu eyes continued to close while praying solemnly.
Reo who saw that said.
"You shouldn't have to come if you're trembling in fear like that."
"I'm not afraid ... I beg of you, I beg of you." Osamu tried to look fearless but it was totally useless, because his thoughts and actions contradicted each other.
Meanwhile, Araki who was standing in front of everyone raised his sword up high and shouted.
"Then, I'm sure everyone is ready. We will go straight into the Gate, and carry out the plan we discussed earlier. Let's go!"
"""Yes !!"""
Then, the Hunters slowly entered the Gate and followed Araki from behind. Reo also started walking while slowly covering his entire body with a very thin layer of Ki to protect him from the pressure of magical energy in the Dungeon.
He continued walking before actually being in front of the Gate, heavy and strange feelings mixed together as Reo slowly put his feet into the Gate. Without stopping, Reo then smirked and thought a bit.
'This feeling, finally ... I entered my First Dungeon. '
And that's when Yokohama B-Rank Dungeon Raid, began.
***
* fwuossh *
In a dark and damp room, two pink eyeballs glowed inside the darkness, before a terrible woman's voice could be heard.
"It's time, huh ..."
1
A day has passed since Reo has officially become a Hunter for Japan and got his Hunter License. He is currently officially listed as the second Unranked Hunter in the world. Even though when Reo tried to check his Hunter data on the official website of the Japanese Hunter Association, his data was hidden and labeled secret level 3 data that was only accessible to the top brass of the Japanese Hunter Association, Chairman and board of directors.
That of course sparked curiosity from Reo, he was curious why his data was hidden by the association, but because it did not have a bad impact on him and even had a good effect, so Reo just ignored it. It was not his business whether the Association had a hidden purpose or not, so he did not ask Akari or Heisatsu.
Actually, for other hunters, hiding their Hunter data like this can have good and bad effects. Most Awakened who decide to become a Hunter because they are after a common things like money and popularity, it was natural. Therefore, the Association's actions such as concealment of information will affect the community's response to the Hunter.
But there are also some people who prefer to hide their Hunter identity from the public, usually such people are the Hunter who work in hidden work or important assets of the country.
After that, Reo went through his day as usual. Even after he became a Hunter, his daily routine did not change. He practiced swords and carried out his morning routine in the morning, went to school in the afternoon, and trained his Ki at night.
***
"Come on, Reo-nii, which is the fun part of reading Shoujo Manga, it's an object that should be owned by women." Phillip, who is now 11 years old, pointed his index finger at Reo who was seen lying under Kotatsu while reading the Shoujo manga in his hand.
Currently, everyone are relaxing in the living room of the Shirogami residence. Aisya was seen doing her homework with the help of Iris. Takashi, who turned 15, was seen playing with Char. And Phillip, he had been trying to disturb Reo, who was enjoying his leisure time.
A traditional Japanese style fireplace warms the room in the middle of Winter, it is a warm family atmosphere. Hearing Phillip's words, Reo said.
"Heh, you are still too young to understand the beauty of Shoujo Manga, Philip. When you are old enough, you must first read an adult magazine before you can enjoy the beauty of Shoujo Manga. Love is not just about sex, you know."
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Reo said such nonsense in front of Phillip who was still small and innocent. While Takashi who saw that immediately covered Char's ears and smiled bitterly.
"You shouldn't say things like that in front of Phillip, Reo-nii."
"Huh? But am i wrong tho?" Instead of feeling guilty, Reo tried to justify his actions. And Takashi can only say yes to Reo.
"Well ... it's not a matter of right or wrong ~"
While Phillip, gazes of determination radiated in his eyes. He extended his hand towards Reo and said with a resolute expression.
"Then show me your adult magazine. I'm old enough, I guess ..."
Hearing that, Reo shook his head.
"You still don't have enough determination to see it, Phillip. But if you really want to be a man, then you have to understand a woman's feelings first."
"Is that so? ..."
Reo nodded before showing one of his manga panels to Phillip in front of him.
"Of course, and by reading Shoujo Manga you can do that."
Hearing that, Phillip innocently asked.
"Then do you now understand the feelings of women?"
Reo was silent. That was a question that he could not answer at all.
"Well maybe ... no."
2
"Then what did you read it for?"
Again Reo could not answer Phillip's question. He might read it because it's fun, but does he really feel that way. Reo did not understand about that at all ... But at least he had tried.
And when the curious Phillip tried to persuade Reo to play with him again, suddenly a middle-aged man's voice came from the door.
"Looks like you guys are having fun, am I disturbing your time?"
That voice is none other than Heisatsu's. His hair had turned white and his skin began to wrinkle, he really looked like an old man now. But the gazes in his eyes were still firm and sharp, his spirit still burning as if not timeless. Age is just a number for him.
1
Seeing Heisatsu, Phillip immediately ran towards him with shining eyes.
"Heisatsu, you're home! My Dorayaki?"
"Hahaha, calm down, I've bought Dorayaki for everyone. But before that, did you do your homework?"
Hearing that Phillip rubbed his nose, and said proudly.
"Hehe ~ don't worry, I did it myself this afternoon, and without Iris-nee's help."
"I see ..." Heisatsu then patted Phillip's head before giving him a paper bag containing Dorayaki inside. He then glanced at Reo and said.
"Come with me."
Reo who saw that raised his eyebrows.
"Hm?"
Although he didn't know what Heisatsu wanted to talk about, Reo immediately stood up and followed him out of the room.
* kriet * * kriet *
The rattling sound of wood could be heard when Reo and Heisatsu stepped in the dark alley, indicating that the Shirogami residence was a very old building.
The atmosphere was quiet, none of Reo and Heisatsu spoke.
"Hey old man, where are you taking me?" Reo asked.
But Heisatsu didn't answer Reo's question, he just kept walking in silence. Before finally stopping when he arrived in front of an old wooden door. Seeing that, Reo muttered softly.
" This room... "
The door to the room in front of him right now is a door that is always locked, during the 6 years he lived there, Reo had never even entered into this room. The room was never opened and even Reo never saw Heisatsu enter it.
"This is a warehouse where my predecessors' old belongings are stored," Heisatsu said as he opened the padlock that locked the old door.
"Then why did you bring me here?"
Hearing that Heisatsu just kept quiet and opened the old door. He then turned slightly to Reo who was behind him and said.
"I want to give you something to congratulate on being a Hunter."
"..."
* krieet *
Reo then followed Heisatsu and entered the room. When he entered, Reo was greeted with the smell of old wood and the tickling aroma of cloves. He slightly closed his nose because of the dust in every corner of the room.
The dark room was filled with a variety of fighting equipment which was enough to amaze Reo. The armor usually worn by samurai in the past can be seen displayed gallantly on the side of the room.
Various kinds of weapons such as katana are arranged neatly on the walls of the room, the old room that is always locked is a room that contains historical evidence, and silent witnesses of the history of Japanese samurai in the past itself.
" This is it... "
Hearing Heisatsu's voice, Reo who initially looked around then turned his attention to the katana on display in a glass cabinet. It was a sword with blades of black and silver that glowed in the darkness as if it was radiating its own light.
The sword has a Tsuba or hand holder made of bronze and gold, the handle of the sword is white with Japanese calligraphy engraving carved using gold ink. The sword exuded an aura of unique grandeur, which made others unable to distract them from it.
"This sword ..."
Heisatsu who intially silent then began to open his mouth.
"At first I didn't intend to show this sword to you because I think for someone like you who hasn't learned swordsmanship from childhood, you won't be able to master Shirogami Sword Art fully. But again, for the umpteenth time you exceeded my expectations."
"Not only mastering Shirogami Sword Art, you even surpassed me in pure sword fighting. You who have only learned to use swords for 6 years, have reached a height that even sword geniuses of the past cannot reach. Saying talent will be too trivial, from the very beginning you were born to wield a sword. "
Reo just shut up and listen to Heisatsu's words. Heisatsu then began to open the cabinet and took the sword displayed in it.
"This sword is more than 700 years old, in place by one of the best blacksmiths of all time in the 13th century. A sword that has a very long history and is a silent witness to the journey of governance in Japan, was lost in the second world war before it was discovered by one of the Shirogami swordsmen. One of the best swords ever created by humanity, a sword of goodness ... "
Heisatsu then turned and handed the sword in his hand to Reo, and said with a serious expression.
"... Honjō Masamune."
* fwuosh *
The night wind blows from the open door as Reo stares at the sword who currently in his hand. Honestly, Reo didn't feel anything special about the sword. It is just an ordinary sword with a long history.
It was not a magic sword or a cursed weapon that could drive a user crazy. However, it was an ordinary weapon of the highest quality he had ever seen. The blade is smooth and very sharp, and the handle is very comfortable to hold. A sword that represents the best potential that can be achieved by humanity.
That is Honjō Masamune in Reo's eyes.
"A sword of goodness ..." Reo murmured. He did not feel a great strength hidden inside the sword. But somehow Reo felt an unusual closeness to the sword.
"Well, it really isn't a magic sword that can kill monsters if you don't coat Ki around it, it's just an ordinary katana with terrifying quality."
Heisatsu then smiled sincerely towards Reo.
"And this might just be my selfish desire as a teacher and father figure to you, so can you use that thing to protect humanity from monsters from another world?"
Seeing that, Reo paused. The current Heisatsu is different from him 6 years ago. Since he stopped being a Hunter and stopped using his sword to kill, he has learned to be a good father to other children including Reo.
He spent a lot of his time at home and his family time also became more. And that gave Reo a new perspective, the sincere affection he showed them, children whose parents were killed in the war, a murderer who tried to atone for his past sins.
That made Reo finally understand a little what the family meant to Heisatsu and the children. No, even for him.
"I see ... I thought you brought me to this place to give me a devastating magic weapon. But instead you gave me this katana ..."
Hearing that Heisatsu raised his eyebrows.
"Huh? You don't like it?"
Heisatsu did not expect that Reo would say that, but suddenly Reo opened his mouth.
"No, this is perfect." Reo answered briefly which immediately made Heisatsu speechless.
"I don't need a magic sword made from monster body parts or a terrifuing weapon made from Magic Core, this sword ... proof of the greatness of humanity ... I will use it."
Hearing that Heisatsu slightly widened his eyes before he laughed lightly.
"Hahaha, you really have never changed."
Reo only made a deadpan expression before Heisatsu opened his mouth again. Their eyes met.
"Congratulations on becoming a Hunter, Reo. After this you must walk a dangerous path, you will continue to risk your life while in the Dungeon and you also have a promise you must keep. And at that time, you can only rely on yourself to survive. "Heisatsu said and then continued.
"So I hope you can continue to live and get what you want in this world."
" Yes... I know. "
That is not advice, but a request. The hope of a teacher for his students, and a father for his children.
The atmosphere then became quiet, none of Heisatsu and Reo spoke.
"Oh, that's right. Besides, I also want to give you this." Heisatsu then took an outfit from the wooden cupboard in the room.
It was a traditional Japanese Haori and Hakama all in white, seeing that Reo raised his eyebrows.
"What are you giving me this thing for?" Asked Reo. Heisatsu then gave the clothes in his hands to Reo and Reo received them with a confused expression.
"Of course you will use it when you enter the Dungeon later."
"Huh? I ... Wear this?" Reo then stretched out his clothes and put on a weird face.
"Why do I have to wear these lame clothes when I enter the Dungeon, is this some kind of tradition in the Shirogami family to fight using traditional clothes? Besides, these clothes will disrupt my movements later, and the color is also white, this will get dirty quickly." Reo said, continued to complain about Heisatsu's suggestion.
"I don't want to wear this even if you force it, using a sweater and trousers is far more comfortable than using this thing," Reo said trying to hand Haori and Hakama back to Heisatsu.
Hearing that Heisatsu let out a tired sigh.
"You are ... * sigh * The object in your hand is not just ordinary clothes you know, it is a magic outfit woven with webs from the Magic Beast Spiders in the Dungeon."
"Hmm ... I see." Well Reo did not know, he could not detect the magic hidden behind the threads that make up the clothes.
"Do you think you can enter the Dungeon using only ordinary clothes? Of course not. If you only wear ordinary clothes, it will be destroyed by being exposed to waves of magic energy inside the Dungeon. Do you want to fight while naked?"
3
"I'm not an exhibitionist," Reo said, shaking his head.
"Therefore you must wear that clothes, besides that it is also quite fire resistant and very comfortable to wear, it will not hamper your movements at all. It is not easy to get dirty like ordinary clothes and certainly not easily damaged or torn. You will understand if you wear it later. "Heisatsu explained why Reo had to wear those clothes.
"If you say that ..." But inevitably Reo thought in his mind.
'No, from the start why did you design it to be like this. '
"... I will wear it even though I will look like a chuunibyou." Reo said carrying the clothes and the katana.
Heisatsu then smiled. The atmosphere became quiet before he started walking out of the room.
"Then I'll go to the living room, make tea for everyone, quickly before you run out of Dorayaki. And don't forget to lock the door again."
Heisatsu then immediately left the room without looking back, leaving Reo alone in the room.
"..."
Reo paused before he walked out and locked the door of the room again. He then put the key in his pocket before looking at the moon that shined in the night sky.
"Akari-nee has business tomorrow, do I have to take a taxi to get to Yokohama? I think I should reconsider the suggestion from Iris-nee ..."
After muttering for a while, Reo then immediately walked to the kitchen while carrying a katana and clothes in his hands. He must get ready because tomorrow, he will finally enter the Dungeon for the first time.
***
Being an idol is the dream of all teenage girls, but not everyone can achieve that dream, only special people who are blessed with beautiful looks and qualified talent can do it. For this reason, they feel that they are special chosen people.
They use their beauty and talents to gain popularity, money and lots of praise. They are a human group that is driven by greed and symbolizes pride.
It is around 3:30 p.m. At one point near Tokyo Bay, the area around Minato Mirai 21. There were many people gathered around. Even so, it could be seen that the crowd could not cross a line that had been installed around the area.
That was the line set by the Hunter Association to stop ordinary citizens from approaching, because there appeared a B-Rank Gate that had opened and continued to emit waves of magic energy constantly around it.
The people who gathered outside the line were reporters from various TV stations who were trying to cover the incident there. However, they did not come to cover the Gate that was appearing there, but rather one of the Hunters who participate in the Raid.
"So, how likely is it that this Raid will succeed, Karen-chan?"
The Rising Star, which is currently popular, is a young idol who works as a singer and actress in various TV dramas, Karen Kanzaki.
"Well, I don't really understand that issue because this is my debut as a Hunter. But before, after I had a conversation with Araki-san as the leader of the Attack Force on the Raid this time, the chance of the success of the Raid this time was 95%. "said Karen, smiling at the camera.
"That's a pretty high number, but we can't ignore the 5% chance of failure right?"
Hearing that, Karen removed her smile and nodded with a serious expression.
" That's right. "
As expected of an actress, is able to change the expression on her face and the emotion she is showing is like turning her palm. That is his daily work, so it's not a strange right to be able to do that. Many people say that the actress is a job for sociopaths, it is not a wrong statement though.
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"Then what preparations have you made to avoid this failure?"
Karen then smiled again.
"Um, I have done everything in my power to prepare everything I need in the Raid this time. With the guidance of the mentors in the Guild and colleagues, I can confidently say that I am ready in the Raid this time."
Karen then bowed herself in front of the camera before saying.
"Therefore, I beg for your support and prayers from everyone for the success of the Raid this time."
She then regained her posture and smiled sweetly in front of the camera. Reporters and crowds then applauded and shouted her name. That wasn't the atmosphere that should be in the middle of the appearance of a B-Rank Gate.
And in the midst of the boisterous atmosphere, at the end of one of the tents where the Hunter was resting and waiting for the right time to enter the Gate, a man was leaning on a pole reading Shoujo Manga in his hand.
Reo, he looks very striking even among the Hunters who use various kinds of magic equipment such as Armor and Magic Robes. He was wearing the white Hakama and Haori which heisatsu had given him last night. Honjō Masamune hung on his waist and his golden eyes seemed to focus on reading panel by panel.
" The reporters are always noisy huh. " Reo muttered.
He looked aloof and away from the Hunter who were gathered and seemed to be chatting casually with each other.
"The sky is cloudy, fortunately I brought an umbrella, otherwise I will get soaked later. Or maybe it will snow even though it's still too early?" Reo muttered while looking at the Yokohama sky which was covered by dark clouds.
He must admit, Reo felt that the clothes he was wearing today were very comfortable and even warm in the middle of winter like this. It's like super sophisticated clothing that keeps the body temperature warm. As he tried to re-read his manga, Reo heard a grunt from the side.
"Ah shit ~, why am I being sent to a B-Rank Dungeon like this, ah shit, I'm dead."
"Hm?" Reo glanced sideways, and there he saw a man crouching languidly beside him.
It was a man who might be only a few years older than Reo, he had short black hair and wore rimless glasses that added the impression of a Nerd to him. He was seen wearing only a simple outfit with a magic cloak hanging over his shoulder. And he held a wooden wand with a green magic core on it.
Hearing Reo's voice, the man then looked up slightly and saw Reo's facial features, he thought.
' Foreigners? '
"What's the matter?" Said Reo who felt that the man was looking at him intensely.
"Ah, no, it's nothing." The man smiled wryly as he tried to refute Reo's words. He then glanced at the object in Reo's hand and made a strange expression.
"This is mine, I won't lend it."
Hearing Reo's words, the man immediately regained consciousness and said with an awkward laugh.
"Well, that's not it, I really didn't intend to borrow it ahaha."
He then smiled while thinking.
'Is that a Shojo Manga? No, who was this person from the beginning? Is he also a Hunter who is included in the Raid members this time? 'thought the man paying attention to Reo's entire body, from head to foot, and he couldn't feel the magic energy from him at all.
That of course made him confused, because a non-hunter should be forbidden to cross the Line that have been installed by the Japanese Hunter Association let alone be near the Gate. But he decided to ignore Reo and shake his head.
'Forget Aboutaleb that Osamu, he might just be a freak. Why worry about others when my own life is in danger. 'thought the man, looking down.
1
Osamu Sato, just an ordinary B-Rank Healer who became a Hunter to get money, a lot of money. A look of despair could be seen on his face when he realized that he must once again enter the Dungeon.
Even though he looks like a timid amateur, in fact this is not the first time Osamu entered the Dungeon. And this is also not the first time he thought of quitting being a Hunter.
"Ah ~, this job is really driving me crazy." Osamu scratched his head and sighed tiredly, before he felt a curious look from his side.
" Hmmmm... "
"Geh, h-hai!" Osamu was surprised when he saw that Reo had stopped reading his manga and turned his gaze towards him, before he tried to greet him.
"Do you want to poop?"
"Huh?"
Reo then crouched down and whispered to Osamu.
"You better not do it here my friend, are you included in the group of humans who have no shame?"
"What are you talking about, of course I do not want to do that in this place, you freak." Osamu said, lowering his tone so that others could not hear.
"Then why are you just crouching and growling?" Asked Reo, who stood back up.
"That's ..." Osamu tried to avert his eyes because he didn't want to show his fear to Reo.
While Reo was waiting for an answer from Osamu, suddenly a man's voice approached them both.
"Shirogami-dono and Sato-dono?"
Hearing the man's voice, Reo and Osamu immediately turned their attention towards the man. It was a young man with a handsome face and sharp eyes. A friendly smile appeared on his face. He looks like someone who is easy to get along with and very friendly, the type of leader who is loved by everyone.
The luxurious golden armor he wore, and the two-handed big sword that hung from his waist, clearly indicated that he was equipped with the best equipment that was very expensive.
"Right?" Asked the man with a smile.
"Y-yes." Osamu who initially squatted immediately stood up and corrected his attitude in front of the man. Judging from his attitude, he seemed to know who Araki was.
"My name is Osamu Sato, nice to meet you Araki-san." Said Osamu, reaching out his hand and shaking hands with the man called Araki.
"Ho ~, looks like you already know me," said Araki with a smile.
"Of course, you are one of the best A-Rank Hunter in Japan, Araki Uehara-san, an honor to be under your leadership," Osamu said respectfully.
"Hahaha, that's too exaggerated." Araki laughed lightly before he turned his gaze towards Reo who just stood beside Osamu.
"And I think you are Shirogami-san. I've heard about you from Goto-sama."
"You can call me Reo," Reo said, nodding. Araki also nodded before he said to Reo and Osamu.
"In that case, because you just joined the Attack Force led by me, so you can just follow the strategy meeting with the other Hunters," said Araki.
Osamu and Reo only nodded before they followed Araki from behind to the place where the Hunter of the Draw Sword Guild who would conduct the Raid this time gathered. They sat on the chairs that had been provided by the Hunter Association to discuss their plans to kill the Dungeon Boss later.
After that, the meeting began. Reo's presence at first attracted everyone's attention, because of his striking appearance and especially since none of the Hunters there could feel the magic energy from inside his body, he looked like an ordinary person in their eyes. But everyone's attention returned to Araki who explained their plan to defeat the Dungeon Boss.
"According to the data collected by the Monitoring Team from the Hunter Association, the type of Magic Beast in the Dungeon that we will enter this time is an insect type Magic Beast, the chances are very high and reach 90%." Said Araki who stood in front of everyone .
This time the Attack Force consisted of 16 members including Reo and Araki. In rank, this time the Attack Force contained three A-Rank Hunter, twelve B-Rank Hunter, and one Unranked Hunter, Reo himself. To be honest, after seeing the list of members of the Attack Force that he and Osamu received from Araki, Reo made a strange face.
That's because according to Reo, the strength of the Attack Force this time is very weak when compared to the B-Rank Dungeon that they will enter. Actually there are many people who misunderstand the Dungeon and Hunter ranking system.
The general public thinks that a B-Rank Dungeon can be cleared by an Attack Force containing B-Rank Hunters, but that is a very wrong perception. Basically the grouping of Dungeons is different from Hunter. Normally, to clear a B-Rank Dungeon, an Attack Force must at least be dominated by A-Rank Hunters. Likewise with the A-Rank Dungeon that can only be resolved by the presence of S-Rank Hunter in it.
And S-Rank Dungeons that require interference from the National Level Hunter itself. But Reo just kept quiet and said nothing.
"Insect-type Magic Beasts are colony-type monsters that usually attack humans in groups and in large numbers. Their physical strength is very weak, but they have a very deadly power, that is Poison. And because of that, the one circle-elemental mage with fire affinity will be the main weapon in this plan. "
Araki then began to explain their plans in detail to everyone. This Attack Force has 6 Mage-class Hunter, one of them is an A-Rank Hunter. But only 4 of them have fire affinity, one of them is A-Rank Mage Class Hunter, Karen Kanzaki.
"... So that's the plan we will use on Raid this time. Is there anyone who wants to ask something?"
The atmosphere became quiet, it seems like everyone has understood the plan drawn up by Araki.
"Looks like everyone has understood my plan. Then, everyone get ready because we will immediately enter the Dungeon in 15 minutes," said Araki while looking at the clock on his smartphone.
After hearing Araki's voice, everyone immediately dispersed to prepare their respective gear, leaving only Reo who was still sitting in his seat. Instead, he casually raised his leg and resumed reading Shoujo Manga in his hands.
"You look very relaxed, Shiro-... I mean Reo-dono. Isn't this your first time entering the Dungeon?" Was Araki's voice approaching Reo with a smile.
"Yes, that's how it is," Reo said without taking his eyes. While Araki did not feel offended and sat next to Reo.
The atmosphere then became silent for several minutes when Araki seemed to only focus on watching the screen of his smartphone while smiling. He watched a photo, a picture of him with a little girl beside him.
"Is that your daughter?"
It was Reo's voice that suddenly opened his mouth. Hearing that, Araki was a little surprised because he thought Reo was a passive person, who wouldn't start a conversation.
"Uh? Ah ... Yes, she will soon turn 5 years old at the end of the year," said Araki.
"I see, I'm quite surprised at the fact that you've become a father at that age." Reo murmured, glancing towards Araki.
"Do I really look that young to you?"
Reo just shrugged his shoulders and the atmosphere returned to silence before Reo said again.
"So how do you feel about leaving your daughter when you go to work? Are you sorry or worried?" Asked Reo, his habit reappears when there is something that can make him curious.
But Araki seemed completely uninterrupted by Reo's attitude.
"Hm ... How to explain, if I don't do my job as a Hunter, I will only be a failed parent, from where I get money to buy her milk and food if not from my job as a hunter? But at the same time, I'm worried about her when i'm in work. That is a dilemma."
"Dilemma, huh?" Reo muttered, looking thoughtful of something.
Then the atmosphere became quiet before Araki stood up from his chair and said.
"Alright, I guess it's time to go ..."
Reo who heard that closed the manga in his hand and glanced sideways. And Araki continued.
"Let's go."
After that, members of the Attack Force including Reo were seen gathering in front of the Gate, with Araki standing in front of them all, he was seen giving a boring motivational speech to everyone. Reo who was standing in the back row then glanced sideways and it was Osamu who seemed to be praying to the talisman in his hands.
"Oh God, please protect me. Please keep me alive, I'm still not married and have children, then have a happy family in my life. I beg you, I beg ..." Osamu eyes continued to close while praying solemnly.
Reo who saw that said.
"You shouldn't have to come if you're trembling in fear like that."
"I'm not afraid ... I beg of you, I beg of you." Osamu tried to look fearless but it was totally useless, because his thoughts and actions contradicted each other.
Meanwhile, Araki who was standing in front of everyone raised his sword up high and shouted.
"Then, I'm sure everyone is ready. We will go straight into the Gate, and carry out the plan we discussed earlier. Let's go!"
"""Yes !!"""
Then, the Hunters slowly entered the Gate and followed Araki from behind. Reo also started walking while slowly covering his entire body with a very thin layer of Ki to protect him from the pressure of magical energy in the Dungeon.
He continued walking before actually being in front of the Gate, heavy and strange feelings mixed together as Reo slowly put his feet into the Gate. Without stopping, Reo then smirked and thought a bit.
'This feeling, finally ... I entered my First Dungeon. '
And that's when Yokohama B-Rank Dungeon Raid, began.
***
* fwuossh *
In a dark and damp room, two pink eyeballs glowed inside the darkness, before a terrible woman's voice could be heard.
"It's time, huh ..."
