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Chapter 199

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For the first time, I drew the ‘Kusanagi Sword’ in front of everyone.

“Kouta… what is that?” (Haruka)

“It is a sword from the Rainbow Box. I mentioned it when I went to sell information to the embassy. It is one of my secret techniques.” (Kouta)

I hoped this answer would dispel the anxiety Haruka had expressed.

Since arriving on the seventh floor, I had continued using Susanoo. However, it consumed a tremendous amount of MP. That was why I chose to use this card instead.

Its attack power was assured, and it was expected to mitigate the MP consumption that would result from using martial skill Susanoo. Since reduced elimination speed during waiting could deplete both stamina and MP, I intended to compensate with this superior weapon.

Even waiting here was not leisurely, as we were on the front lines. Resting idly was impossible. Both stamina and mental strength would be depleted. MP would be consumed in battle, likely exceeding recovery.

Adelaide had conserved MP and could still manage, but the debuff was ineffective against the Oni, though extremely effective against the crows. Mira had at most one or two strikes left. Her base MP and recovery were exceptional, so if no combat occurred, two strikes were possible.

Emilia and Sofia had already used skills multiple times, so their MP was nearly exhausted. At best, one strike remained. Haruka’s MP had already depleted, though he could use it if recovery was fast enough.

Until now, none of us had suffered serious injuries. Thanks to that, I had only expended MP on support magic and Susanoo. Nearly sixty percent of my MP remained, thanks to the mysterious succulent. Without it, my MP would have been exhausted by now.

Everyone had spoken little since earlier. It was beneficial in avoiding attracting monsters, yet the party’s atmosphere was poor. The tension of the seventh floor combined with fatigue explained this.

I decided to initiate conversation.

“The green Oni only used bare hands or wooden sticks. It had no proper weapon.” (Kouta)

“That is true.” (Mira)

“If it had proper armament, it would have been unbearable. Ah… I see. In the coming floors, such enemies may appear. Considering the tendencies of the previous floors, it is possible. Truly, Kouta, you remain calm even this far.” (Mira)

Mira, that is not correct. I only raised it as casual conversation. I had not considered such a thing even slightly. You drew that conclusion on your own, did you not?

Do not claim it as my achievement. I apologize if the topic is poorly chosen.

“Tendencies… then, like goblins, next will be armed. That physique could handle a large weapon.” (Mira)

“Indeed. If Emilia’s prediction is correct, a two-handed spear or great sword is likely.” (Emilia)

“Since it is an Oni, we must not forget the iron club!” (Muze)

Muze’s words brought smiles to everyone’s faces. Conversation, even small talk, eased tension and improved the atmosphere. Effort in sparking dialogue had its reward.

“I want to return alive… We have not even had a proper date yet.” (Adelaide)

Adelaide looked toward me as she spoke. Indeed, despite occasionally bringing prepared meals, we had never been on a date.

“Then, let us quickly inspect the eighth floor and return for a date.” (Kouta)

A date with Emilia had been rushed, and without Muze, I would have been at a loss. Honestly, I was not fond of it, yet Adelaide’s words required me to go along.

“Ahhh!! Kouta, are you raising a death flag!!?” (Muze)

“No, it is not a death flag…” (Kouta)

“A child will be born, or you will marry after returning. That alone is not the only death flag!” (Muze)

“That is merely a trope in anime, not even superstition. Muze, do you believe such things?” (Kouta)

“Then we are safe.” (Muze)

Mira, wait. Indeed, in such stories, a specific person dies, yet it is purely coincidental. There is no real flag.

“Then, for the sake of both of you, we must return alive!” (Haruka)

Haruka, please stop teasing me to ease tension.

Yet the mood was favorable, and the timing perfect.

Through my Magic Eye, I could sense that the Self-Defense Forces were close. I sheathed the ‘Kusanagi Sword’ and took up ‘Kogimaru’.

 

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