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Chapter 136

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“Well then, everyone, splendid work!” (Kouta)

We had to chase down goblins that attempted to steal the drops, cut down goblins whose will to fight had not yet diminished, and gather the scattered drop items from the surroundings. Even after defeating the goblin chieftain, there remained much toil. That has at last come to a pause.

We declared a rest, ended the broadcast, and all sat down upon the ground to recover our strength.

“To have accomplished this without a single death among us is truly a blessing!” (Kouta)

“Kouta, such words of conclusion ought to be spoken during the broadcast.” (Mira)

Even though I was offering words of appreciation, Mira responded severely.

“Come now, since he has gone to the trouble, let us listen honestly.” (Sofia)

“That is right, Mira! No one loves a cynic, you know?” (Emilia)

Receiving Sofia’s and Emilia’s support, I continued to speak.

I too was exhausted, after all. Of course, I had believed from the beginning that we could manage this, and I never intended in the least to permit a single death.

“This settlement’s ruins are fairly wide, and perhaps there may even be a treasure chest somewhere. Since we have the opportunity, shall we search before returning?” (Kouta)

“…Muze!!” (Mira)

In response to my proposal, Mira shouted with tremendous intensity.

“Myuu?” (Muze)

“Kouta, you have already explored this settlement, have you not!?” (Mira)

What!? How did she know!?

“Myuuu…” (Muze)

“Muze, you shall receive ten cases of water.” (Mira)

“Yes! It is true!! But Muze insists upon Suntory water, nothing else will do!!” (Muze)

Muze betrayed me at once!? Ten cases of water, is my life so cheap!?

“In other words, there is indeed a treasure chest in this settlement, is there not?” (Mira)

“Yes, indeed there is!” (Kouta)

At this point, I abandoned any futile resistance.

“!!” (Mira)

“Mira, hold firm! Keep your consciousness steady!” (Haruka)

What? Haruka-kun, is it truly so dire?

Mira was breathing roughly.

“Haa… haa… haa… Kouta…” (Mira)

“What is it?” (Kouta)

“Was this… also for the sake of the broadcast?” (Mira)

“No, it was simply that I could not act at the time.” (Kouta)

“…Very well, let us say that is the case.” (Mira)

Mira’s evaluation of me is far too high. Please believe me. Truly, I could not act. That chieftain goblin was always prowling nearby!

“Can you guide us?” (Mira)

“Yes. Let me see…” (Kouta)

“Master, this way!” (Muze)

“Muze, I leave the guiding to you.” (Kouta)

What!? My trustworthiness is so low!? I had merely been checking my surroundings!

“I did not search everything, so there may yet be more.” (Kouta)

“Understood. After recovering the treasure chests we know of, we shall also search elsewhere.” (Mira)

Within the settlement, Muze guided us to an especially large building.

“…What!? Can this truly be real!?” (Mira)

Mira’s reaction was tremendous. The others were likewise astounded. Although it was not particularly my achievement, I could not help but feel pleased. Inside the building, there were treasure chests, one of silver and one of bronze, resting in stately presence.

Truly astonishing!

“It is an incredible sight indeed…” (Haruka)

“Wait! Let us unlock these! It shall be permissible, yes!?” (Emilia)

Haruka-kun’s words surely expressed everyone’s sentiments. Emilia, however, was somewhat too eager.

“Wait! Emilia, hold back…” (Mira)

Mira, Emilia is not a dog. No matter how you phrase it, that cannot be acceptable.

I hesitated for a moment whether I should object.

“Wait, Emilia, do you understand?” (Sofia)

Sofia!? You too!?

“…Then, is Emilia a puppy?” (Muze)

Ah!? Muze had spoken my very feelings aloud!

“Woof! Grr! Woof!” (Emilia)

What!? Deny it, Emilia! At this point I cannot possibly cover for you!

“Listen well. I shall play a scene. The two of you must continue filming the treasure chests. The others, you must enter as though you have been summoned. Are you ready? Let us begin.” (Mira)

“Camera, start! Live broadcast… action!!” (Haruka)

Haruka-kun? That was not in our rehearsed plan.

“Though it was to be our rest period, we now resume our broadcast early! In seeking a place to rest, we searched the settlement, and behold! We discovered treasure chests!” (Mira)

The three of them entered the building, while we remained outside waiting.

“Look! Two of them! There are two!! Sofia, go summon Kouta and the others!” (Mira)

“Yes!” (Sofia)

Ah, this is dangerous. We must put some distance between us. Haruka-kun and I quickly retreated, then reappeared as though emerging from a neighboring house. Forgive me, Adelaide-senpai. In the suddenness of the moment, I left you behind.

“Kouta! Haruka! Over here!! Please come quickly!” (Sofia)

“What!? What has happened?” (Haruka)

Since I couldn’t act convincingly, I followed closely behind Haruka-kun in silence. As always, his ability to produce words on the spot was remarkable.

“Is it goblins?” (Muze)

Wait. Am I the poorest actor of all? Even Muze was keeping up with the charade!?

When we returned, Mira continued her narration with an air of suppressed excitement, and Emilia, in high spirits, urged Mira to open the treasure swiftly. No, that was not acting. Emilia truly wished to open it.

“Wait! At least allow everyone to gather before we proceed!!” (Mira)

Mira’s performance was so convincing that it sounded utterly genuine. Indeed, she was earnestly restraining Emilia.

 

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