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Obtaining ‘Title’

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“This must be it.” (Harold)

As we squeezed through the gap in the door and reached the innermost chamber, we found an altar with a stone tablet on it.

That must be the “Title” I was seeking.

“Hmm. I can’t read it.” (Casparleague)

Cas, who had climbed onto the altar and was staring intently at the stone tablet, raised its paws in a gesture of defeat. It seemed that even though Cas was a magical beast, its reactions were becoming less feline.

“Let’s see.” (Harold)

I approached the altar and examined the stone tablet. I couldn’t read it either.

What should I do?

I lightly touched the stone tablet.

“!?” (Harold/ Casparleague)

The stone tablet began to glow, and unreadable characters appeared. This confirmed that it was indeed the “Title” I was after. As I was drawn to it, I reached out to the floating characters.

“Ah.” (Harold)

The floating characters were absorbed into my hand, and the stone tablet lost its glow.

Um… does this mean I’ve acquired the “Title”?

There didn’t seem to be any noticeable changes in my body, but considering the circumstances, this must be it.

“I wonder if I’d get the ‘Title’ if I touch the stone tablet too?” (Casparleague)

“Not sure. You’re a magical beast, so it might not work. Wait!?” (Harold)

““It glowed!?”” (Harold/Casparleague)

It appeared that acquiring the ‘Title’ didn’t depend on being human or beast. Cas’ golden eyes sparkled with excitement as it touched the floating characters with its forepaws, just like I did. The characters were absorbed into Cas, and the stone tablet’s glow faded.

“How about me? Did I change?” (Casparleague)

“Hmm.” (Harold)

There didn’t seem to be any visible change. I picked up Cas and checked carefully.

“Oh!” (Harold)

The earlier characters were distinctly engraved on Cas’s belly. This meant Cas had successfully acquired the ‘Title’ too.

“Look, Cas. You’ve got the same ‘Title’ as me.” (Harold)

“Really? Yay! We did it!” (Casparleague)

Cas, overjoyed to have obtained the ‘Title’, was celebrating. Although I maintained a calm exterior, I was actually quite astonished inside.

I never imagined that a beast could acquire a ‘Title’, and I should have considered that possibility more seriously.

Anyway, the ‘Title’ we obtained this time is ‘Indestructible’. It boosts both physical and magical defense by three times, making it a truly defense-oriented ‘Title’. For me, who has decided to protect Xandra, there couldn’t be a more suitable ‘Title’. In that sense, it’s also perfect for Cas, my shield. Moreover, a threefold increase in defense is, of course, the highest among all shields, or rather, all weapons in Enhaz. It even surpasses UR weapons.

“By the way, where exactly is my ‘Title’ located on my body?” (Harold)

I looked around my body but couldn’t find it anywhere.

Wait a minute!?

“Cas!? What are you doing?” (Harold)

“Nyahaha, leave it to me!” (Casparleague)

Cas got my clothes!? And it tickles!? Stop it! Not thereeeeee!?

“Nyahahaha! The ‘Title’ was on your butt, Haru!” (Casparleague)

“Ugh. I’ll never be able to get married now.” (Harold)

After being thoroughly examined by Cas, finding the ‘Title’ on my butt felt like a punishment.

 

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“Welcome back!” (Alexandra)

When we returned to the entrance of the labyrinth, Xandra greeted us with a radiant smile. Seeing her top smile was incredibly soothing.

“So, how did it go?” (Alexandra)

“Yes. We successfully obtained the ‘Title’.” (Harold)

Xandra’s face brightened at my response.

“Hey, listen! Haru and I defeated a huge monster! It was this big! And Haru intentionally made himself vulnerable to lure it out, so I could strike its weak point! Isn’t that amazing! Isn’t it amazing!” (Casparleague)

Cas, hopping excitedly, was emphasizing the size of the Gigant Spriggan, but Xandra’s face turned increasingly pale in response.

“Xandra, what’s wrong?!” (Harold)

“Oh, really already…” (Alexandra)

Xandra clung weakly to my chest and took a deep breath.

I wonder if something’s gone wrong.

“Haru-sama! Please don’t take such risks! What would I do if something happened to you?!” (Alexandra)

“Uwahh.” (Harold)

Xandra leaned in close, her nose almost touching mine, with an expression that mixed anger and deep concern.

“I’m sorry, but this is something I absolutely have to do alone.” (Harold)

“I know that! I know, but…!” (Alexandra)

Her face was downcast, almost in tears, and it made my heart ache. I had made her this sad.

“This will be the only time I do something like this. I won’t take any more dangerous risks.” (Harold)

“Absolutely… Promise me, okay? Promise me!” (Alexandra)

Xandra whispered in a fading voice, and I felt an indescribable emotion.

After all, I would likely take many more risks in the future. If I don’t, I wouldn’t survive in this world of ‘Engage Hazard’. It’s because I need to protect you, who is so important to me.

“…In that case, Haru-sama, you must become strong enough to defeat any opponent instantly.” (Alexandra)

“Yes?” (Harold)

“Haru-sama! Starting now, we’re going to train! Be prepared for three times… no, five times the usual amount!” (Alexandra)

“Ehhh!?” (Harold)

Xandra dragged me off, screaming, towards the training grounds. I never expected this kind of twist at the end!

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