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SUBSPACE, TEMPORARY RESIDENCE

A problem? Because of us?

Yes.

Actually, our warriors appear to have lost confidence in their training.

What? Is it because they can't win against us?

To put it bluntly, yes.

How pathetic.

Won't it be fine if we just don't fight them for a while?

Then they'll think we've just abandoned them.

At least think a little.

Well, even if you say that...

Thinking about dinner is far more enjoyable.

You just ate, Granny Mio.

Oh, my. Will you accompany me for some after-meal exercise, Tomoe?

Don't fight here. You'll get dirt everywhere.

Anyway, I would like to check on everyone.

In that case, they should be resting right now.

Tomoe, go check on the Lizardmen.

How troublesome.

Hold on, Tomoe. I'm not done talking with you.

All right. Go and check on the Alkeys now.

They don't need anything of that sort.

The Alkeys are indeed individually strong.

They only come sometimes when they're not doing alchemy or making medicine.

Why don't you come with me, Mio?

Yes, I shall accompany you.

The vegetables have improved after we changed the fertilizer.

Let's try adding powdered bones next.

But farm work sure is nice.

All of our efforts bear fruit, after all. And it helps forget everything.

Sound Gathering Realm.

I feel a little bad for eavesdropping,

but they might have trouble saying it directly to me.

This afternoon, there'll be a combat training led by Young Master.

To tell you the truth, it's depressing.

I'm fine with Madam Tomoe and Madam Mio.

Even if you can't defeat them, they might let you land a hit on them.

But...

The Young Master, huh?

You'll get shot with a Brid even before you can get close.

Even if you manage to withstand it, you'll get blown away in the end.

Am I some sort of warship?

I wonder how the Lizardmen feel about this.

Who knows?

It's not like we've ever get to see the other races' training.

Things are worse than I expected.

I wonder if I should've gone easier on them.

No. That's not the case at all.

Young Master.

This vegetable is so juicy. It's delicious.

Oh, tomatoes.

They're nice raw, but you can also cook them

or even dry them and soak them in oil to preserve them.

It's a vegetable that's worth cooking.

Cooking...

Tomoe, how are the Lizardmen doing?

The same as the Orcs.

And they haven't even lived up to a tenth of my expectations.

Well, from what I heard,

the different races aren't exchanging much information.

Indeed.

All the races tend to keep their combat techniques a secret.

I think it would be interesting if the Lizardmen tried

to copy the Orcs' combat style or the other way around.

That's...

Emma, Young Master is asking

if they think they can get anywhere near us with only their own combat techniques.

Well, I just think that rather than keeping secrets,

we can polish our skills together.

I actually have a great idea for that, Young Master!

Idea? It better not result in people dying.

Dying?

We've gathered everyone here today

to see the results of your training we wouldn't see from your usual training.

As such, the strongest warriors of each race

will show us what they're capable of!

So we'll have them send in representatives to fight one-on-one then.

Well, then. The Highland Orcs' representative, Agares!

The Mistio Lizardmen's representative, Liddy!

Please do your best and fight without restraint!

Begin!

Barrier. Protect me.

Come forth, my power!

Wow! They split the stage! That's amazing.

Oh, right. Tomoe told me to remain expressionless while I watch.

Let the wind rise!

That's enough.

The winner is the Highland Orc, Agares.

Young Master?

It seems that both parties have given their all in the fight.

However, both of you were unbelievably weak.

I am utterly disappointed.

Why is this the best you can do?

Can you answer that?

My face is getting tired...

You, over there! Answer me.

Yes, Madam...

While Young Master and Madam Tomoe might not see it as much,

we saw that as an amazing fight.

So, since you're not fighting me or the Young Master,

this would be considered a good fight?

You have yet come to anywhere near the strength we wish of you!

All you amount to is a gathering of small fry!

Tomoe, isn't that a bit much?

A warrior is expected to have enough strength for us to rely on you!

She just ignored me.

That said, you can't measure your strength properly with us as your opponents.

As such,

every seven days, we will have you gather here and fight!

We will test your strength and give you a ranking.

And it won't be just you.

The Dwarves and Alkeys will also take part.

No way...

Our techniques and tactics will be revealed to everyone.

You fools.

As it stands, you are actually too weak for that to actually cause you trouble.

Throw aside your pitiful pride and reveal everything you have!

Aim for greater heights together and encourage each other to grow!

That is the talent Young Master wishes to see!

Me?

Winning these fights will prove your strength in this subspace.

Those at the top will be known as great warriors.

Those who fail to show proper results should give up the path of the warrior

and find a profession that better suits them.

Warriors are not the only ones who can contribute to the subspace.

Now then...

Finally, a few words from the Young Master.

A speech, in this atmosphere?

I agree with what Tomoe said.

You currently lack any strength worth concealing,

but I believe there is still room for all of you to grow.

Young Master...

From now on, there will be more training with everyone involved,

so help polish each other's abilities.

That's all I have to say.

-Yes! -Yes!

Still, a ranking system based on individual scores and battles...

It'll be a chance for each race to measure their strength in the subspace.

If we were to give it a name...

Work hard and diligently in your training, everyone!

For the Dimension Ranking will be here soon!

"Dimension Ranking"...

Is it all right to give it such a blunt name?

TOMOE AND MIO RE-REGISTRATION DAY

Miss Mio...

Your level is 1500.

Hurry up and tell me my level!

Miss Tomoe...

Your level is 1340.

What?

Where are the results from my journey?

No, it's already amazing that you gained 20 levels even after reaching level 1000.

Um... Both of you are Mr. Kuzunoha's companions, right?

The guild has a request to ask of you.

Actually, most of our top adventurers have left the guild

or have become injured, so we are sorely lacking in available members.

Could that be because of us?

We hope that you'll mentor and train more adventurers

to become top adventurers like Lime Latte.

Training adventurers, huh?

I know a group of adventurers with members over level 100.

Please have them help us out too!

So you wish for me to train Toa and the others?

Would that be possible?

It'd be easier to help people we know.

There's no deep meaning behind it.

I understand.

I'll look for suitable training grounds near the guild.

Thanks, Tomoe. I'll leave it to you then.

Toa, huh?

His attitude back in Zetsuya would suggest

that she resembles someone from his old world.

That would mean he may have some lingering attachments to that world.

This isn't good.

It has only been a short time, but my time with Young Master

has been so brilliant.

I must deal with this swiftly so as to not disturb him any longer.

I'll need them to become independent and leave Young Master quickly.

Help!

Miss... Miss Tomoe...

A swarm of Shadow Tails!

There's no way we can win against them!

Dang it!

Everyone, get back!

Where should I aim?

A barrier?

We're saved...

What did you expect after blindly charging into their nest?

And I worked so hard to train you guys. What did you guys end up learning?

But with these numbers...

We can't possibly keep up.

I don't want to become monkey food.

So the three of you attack while the alchemist supports and heals you?

The Dwarf aside, why are an assassin and an archer attacking head-on?

Well, if I attack from too far away, I might hurt one of my allies.

It would be different if I were as accurate as Mr. Kuzunoha.

That doesn't mean you just charge in without any strategy.

Because of the Goddess's blessing, you humans have gotten full of yourselves.

Alchemist.

Yes.

Why do you only use healing magic?

You can use water and earth magic too, can't you?

Is that true?

Are you really capable of that, Hazal?

I do, but I'm too busy healing and supporting everyone else,

so using offensive magic is...

Well, I suppose it's tough if you have to constantly heal

those three as they charge in recklessly.

All right.

I'll teach you some basic tactics.

First, Alchemist, lay a trap.

A trap?

Use your water magic and earth magic to create a quagmire.

Y... Yes, ma'am.

Archer, find a place where you can get a full view.

Understood.

O earth, turn into mud.

Then, add paralyzing poison to the mud.

Now, let's release the barrier.

You now have a simple poison bog to stop your enemies.

Archer, now that the enemy is immobilized, you should be able to hit them.

We can defeat them now.

Don't let your guard down. They're clever.

They're using the corpses as stepping stones!

Dwarf, draw them in.

Over here, monkeys!

Now, Toa, conceal yourself with your thief skills

and finish them from behind.

With this, you'll only need to worry about supporting the Dwarf.

And you won't need to heal as much.

So you can cast offensive magic instead.

But I still can't exactly cast large-scale spells.

There's no need. They're living creatures too.

You just need a little magic to cover up their mouths and noses.

W... Wow...

It's headed to your side!

Leave it to me!

Over here!

This is...

the last one.

We did it...

Look. The tails from a Shadow Tail Lord will fetch a good price!

And the poison in their claws is a rare valuable too.

The poison...

Are you an idiot?

Now, then.

You'll be taking out another of these monkey nests on your own after this.

Huh? But we're not at that level yet.

Levels are just numbers.

You are all strong enough.

Miss Tomoe.

Get recognition through your work.

And continue to challenge your limits, without being reckless.

You're not just some lucky adventurers.

Prove to everyone that you are the best of Tsige.

There will be about 100 monkeys in the next nest.

So you should think of a proper strategy tonight.

Tonight? That means...

In the morning, you'll begin subduing them.

I'll wait for you at the guild.

I look forward to your results.

No way...

Huh?

Wh... What did you just say?

I had Toa and the others take out the Shadow Tail nests.

No way!

For a level 100 adventurer to take down a single one of them is already a lot!

And the area around their nests

is what they usually call the Death Wish Path.

It's so dangerous, a number of parties

have even gone missing in the nearby Tinarac Forest.

Miss Tomoe,

we've completed the request to subdue the Shadow Tails.

We used up all our medicine and mana too.

My arm and shoulder hurt.

This is beyond just muscle pain.

Two tails of different Shadow Tail Lords.

That means they actually destroyed two nests within a day.

All right. You pass.

After that, Toa's party's achievements became well-known

and perhaps tales of their great adventures were passed down.

Mio, can you help me find the habitat of that Ambrosia flower?

The ingredient that can be used to create that medicine, right?

Yes. We used Ruby Eyes as a substitute last time,

but the original ingredient of the cure is actually Ambrosia flowers.

It could become our signature product.

If we think of the habitats of Ruby Eyes, who mainly feed on them,

there's a high chance that those flowers grow within this forest.

The Tinarac Forest, right?

Understood.

But where will you be going then, Young Master?

I'm going to make preparations for opening the store.

It will be a problem if we don't have a place to sell our products.

TSIGE, REMBRANT COMPANY

Now then, what did you wish to discuss?

I'd like to rent a store from the Kuzunoha Company.

Would that be possible?

I would be more than happy to do that.

Is it really all right?

We actually have an empty shop right now.

Moris, contact the manager in charge.

Yes, sir.

Now then, which shop would be best to offer to Mr. Kuzunoha?

We don't actually have any empty spaces right now.

Mr. Kuzunoha, would it be enough for you to only rent a shop?

The reason you did not wish to purchase a shop on your own must be...

As expected of Mr. Rembrant. He already saw through.

Spy activity?

It's easy to rent a shop to do business, but if I want to purchase a shop,

I'll be tied to the land and will need a permit from the government.

Do you mean to say the government would ask you to assist them with spying?

Back when I picked up my merchant's card, the lady at the guild told me about this.

The Aion Kingdom, which Tsige falls under,

is especially enthusiastic about spy activities.

I could refuse, but it wouldn't be good for the growth of our business.

Renting seems to be our only option.

And so I came here.

Since Mr. Rembrant has many stores here,

he must be involved with spying activities as well.

Well, it's true that there are a lot of obstacles to starting up a shop.

But there are ways around it.

There is a city that is still neutral and not tied to any country.

I believe that place will suit your needs.

A neutral city.

I know someone over there.

I'll get in contact with them. So could you please give me some time?

Of course.

Thank you so much for the help.

Was it because he was indebted to me?

Things went so smoothly.

The Kuzunoha Store is one step closer to its opening.

I'm sure things will be a lot busier from now on.

So this is the Tinarac Forest.

It doesn't look like there's anything delicious here.

I heard the ecosystem around here was messed up.

But it's a lot quieter than I expected.

What a pain.

They shouldn't trespass and do as they please.

Stealing is all humans know.

What would you expect of the race that the Goddess loves so dearly?

What a joke.

How naive of these arrogant humans.

The ninth night. "Eat or be eaten."