Becoming a Hunter in a Dark Fantasy - Chapter 135



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Episode 135 Underground Arena (1)

“… … Where will the underground arena be held?”

The Spero members glanced at Elwin’s voice, which was more subdued than usual.

“Capital Dasty. It was held in the recently completed Elyon Guild building.”

Princess Alicosa answered. Pick, her voice was extremely cold, with a self-deprecating laugh.

“I think you’ve seen it too. It’s the tallest and most magnificent skyscraper in the current capital.”

“What if it’s Elyon?”

“It’s the largest mercenary guild in the Kingdom of Goddard. Sometimes, when the people were going through difficult times, they would step up and give to us, and we were very grateful.”

The princess blushed and grimaced in shame.

“But that Elyon Guild was secretly connected to the underground arena… …!”

The princess shouted, gritting her teeth. Her roar, like a lion’s roar, spread throughout the area, causing the surrounding objects to tremble.

“You disgrace to this country! One day, I will tear your limbs and flesh to pieces!”

“Eek!”

“… …Why are you surprised, Mr. Gail?”

“Ah, no. I did it reflexively without realizing it. … … Miss. There’s a reason for all this, right?! Can you stop looking at me like I’m some weirdo?”

As Gail started to make a fuss, the somewhat heavy atmosphere lightened.

“Anyway, it’s thanks to you, Spero, and the Emperor’s special hunter. The royal family was also looking for an opportunity, but it wasn’t easy to get in. To be honest, it would have been difficult to get a ticket to the underground arena with just our royal family’s power.”

The princess looked at Elwin with intense eyes.

“Thanks to the helper you sent, it was resolved easily. It was so fast that it was unbelievable.”

A laugh escaped the princess’s lips as she recalled those times.

“Thank you, but what on earth does he do?”

“I’m a hunter.”

“Hunter? Huh? In less than a week, someone who has contacted the Elyon Guild and has been coaxing the nobles and powerful people connected to it to their side?”

It was a sight that made the absurdity disappear on its own even when I look back on it.

The Goddard royal family originally worshipped inaction, so they were vulnerable to information warfare.

So, catching the tail of those who enjoyed the illegal dumping grounds from behind was not an easy task here.

Then, not long ago, a letter of cooperation came from Spero. And the assistant who came with it.

-Hello? I’m Lila Mavis, a mid-level hunter. Here, here is Nexion as evidence. Is this enough to prove my identity?

A woman who is instantly reminiscent of a rabbit, with her carrot-like scarlet hair and large, protruding front teeth.

For a woman, she had a somewhat innocent and naive air, like a teenage girl.

She said.

-You need a ticket to enter the underground arena. Please give it to me. If we talk slowly, we can communicate our true feelings to each other.

-… … ? What, what nonsense are you talking about?

At first I thought he was a crazy person, but soon his words became reality.

-I became friends with everyone in the Elyon Guild! Here, they gave me 7 tickets to have fun with my other friends. Is that enough?

-Ouch, it’s more than enough. But how on earth do I do this… …!?!

-Wow. We’ve become friends who truly understand each other! Oh, I’ll take one. I was given instructions in advance.

I still don’t understand the process… … but thanks to that, I was able to get 6 tickets.

“That’s just how she is. It would be difficult for Her Highness to understand her. Although Lila is not particularly outstanding in terms of military power, she has the affinity to instantly break down others’ boundaries. It’s not her own magic or her own special ability, but isn’t it amazing?”

“… … I see. Force isn’t always the answer.”

Princess Alicosa muttered as if she had gained enlightenment again.

Elwin, who saw her like that, said.

“Since the underground arena is opening tonight, I’ll see you again in the evening. We also need to come fully prepared.”

“Okay. See you then. My darling, I’ll see you later too!”

The princess, who had spoken solemnly, suddenly changed her attitude and winked at Gail in an adorable manner.

He buries his lips in his palm and flies towards Gale.

Chook!

“… … Ugh!”

Gail’s expression became thoughtful after being attacked with a wink and kiss combo.

Gail, who had been alternating between blue and yellow, turned toward the exit with a creaking gesture.

He then urges his other colleagues.

“Oh, let’s go quickly! The butler will be waiting! Hahahaha!”

“… … Haa. You’re so obvious, you stupid mercenary.”

“See you later.”

Princess Alikosa called out to Elwin and his party as they headed out, as if she had forgotten something.

“By the way, don’t forget the underground arena etiquette.”

“etiquette?”

“Suit or dress. Well, actually, it’s not like they really care much about their attire. But if you want to look around naturally without drawing attention, it’s probably better to wear something.”

“I understand. There’s a lot to prepare when you get back.”

Elwin nodded.

“But, a mask. Make sure to bring a mask. The type doesn’t matter.”

“Is it required?”

Princess Alikosa continued speaking when Elwin asked. Her voice was displeased.

“That’s what they say. Since those who participate frequently will probably know each other’s identities anyway, it’s like covering their eyes and pretending not to know… .”

While speaking, the princess shook her head occasionally.

“It means that there are a lot of dirty guys out there who would do something like that and cause a huge stir if their identities were revealed.”

“… … .”

“They are all parasites that hinder Goddard’s endless development. They are born with so many filthy things that it is difficult to eradicate them all… … .”

Princess Alicosa sighed as if the ground was falling apart.

‘Even if we catch the owner of the underground arena and punish him with one blow… …Wouldn’t a second or third underground arena emerge?’

That’s what’s been bothering her the most lately.

Because the guys who used the underground arena had the wealth and power to do so.

“Your Majesty.”

Then, suddenly, Elwin turned around and faced the princess.

“I would like to check first just in case, just in case.”

“Hmm? What? I’ll answer as much as I can.”

“Then thank you.”

Elwin asked. His voice was as soft as gentle waves, the princess suddenly thought.

“Do you not care if everyone participating in the underground arena dies?”

“… … !!”

Creepy!

At that moment, a chill ran down the princess’s spine. She couldn’t open her mouth due to the creeping chill.

“Are you having any trouble?”

Those blue eyes that asked so questioningly without any hesitation could not have been more eerie.

‘The author must give the answer he wants… …!’

The princess, who suddenly had such an intuition, managed to answer.

“… … No. They are pests that are eating away at this country from the inside out. If they were to disappear completely, it would be a great fortune and blessing for Goddard.”

“Haha! That’s great!”

Luckily, she gave the correct answer.

“I was just thinking about that.”

Elwin’s eyes brightened with joy as he got the answer he wanted.

* * *

Midnight. The time when the heavens and earth are plunged into darkness.

“Hahaha! You really did that?”

“Is it because it’s fall that the livestock are fat? I hear meat dishes are really tasty these days!”

“Wow! This alcohol tastes good. Here, one more!”

But Goddard’s capital, Dasti, was as bright as day.

Goddard was geographically close to the Clock Tower, a leader in magical engineering, and had many dealings with the Clock Tower.

That was the result.

Twinkle-

“Wow. It looks like stars have fallen over the city!”

Sercia was amazed.

“Hoo hoo hoo! You said you were a wizard? You seem to know a thing or two.”

“What are their names? At first glance, they look like magical tools that utilize magical powers.”

“Hmm. I don’t know much about the principles of magical engineering, but the clockmakers at the clock tower called it a ‘streetlight.’ Isn’t it wonderful? Now humans have a way to light up the night. The initial investment is high, though… … .”

Ugh. The princess, who had been groaning, soon took in the street scenery with her warm eyes.

“If possible, I would like to bring in various new products other than those. They will surely be helpful to the people’s lives. And if such products increase one by one, this impoverished country will one day become greatly enriched.”

“… … .”

“I desperately want that day.”

A person who has dreams and aspirations for the future.

Somehow, it felt dazzling… Sercia nodded quietly.

“I think you can do it, Princess. I’ll be rooting for you.”

“Haha, thank you. But… … Can I ask you something?”

“? Yes! Of course.”

Suddenly Princess Alicosa blushed.

“Ho, ho, ho, by any chance… … Are you in love with Gale?”

“… … ?”

For a moment, Sercia was dazed, unable to understand what she had just heard. After a while, she came to her senses and was shocked.

“How could you curse so harshly… …?”

Sercia shook her head sharply as if to say that it was not true at all.

People say that a strong denial is an affirmation, but this was just denial, denial, denial.

“Oh, no?”

“of course!”

A faint reproach appeared in Sersia’s lavender eyes, as if asking how she could misunderstand something like that.

“Hmm, that’s strange. How could you not fall in love with a man like Gail?”

“… … .”

Sersia had a lot to say, but she held back with incredible patience in front of the princess.

“Whew. Anyway, I’m glad it’s not a beautiful woman like you who has feelings for Gale.”

“Your… Your Highness.”

‘Why did you come to like Mr. Gale?’

And that too as a noble person who became the princess of a country.

The moment Sersia, who was purely curious, was about to ask that question.

“… … This is it! Sercia, let’s go quickly. We’re the only ones left behind.”

“Oh. I’ll go too!”

The Spero members, the princess, and one of her knights were all dressed in suits and dresses, with masks on their faces.

Behind the mask, cold eyes scan the street.

The people on the street, which was filled with bustling excitement, were all dressed up in elaborate attire and wearing masks of all kinds.

“Ha. Today was a mask festival.”

The princess sighed softly. Elwin asked beside her.

“By the way, there was a festival held in Goddard around fall, right?”

“… … Ah. I’ve been so busy lately that I forgot.”

“Did they bring forward the schedule for the underground arena to coincide with the opening of the mask festival?”

“Hmm. That could be the case.”

Elwin and his party pushed their way through the crowd and arrived in front of the Elyon Guild.

The guild was deserted because everyone was so absorbed in the festival.

“Ahem~”

A person who had been sitting near the entrance and nodding his head suddenly raised his head.

“Ah! You’re here!”

Although he was wearing a mask, his distinctive orange hair made him easily recognizable.

“It’s been a while~!”

He smiled brightly, revealing his protruding front teeth. Lila Mavis took off her mask and ran towards him.

“It’s been a while, Lila.”

“Hey! I asked you to omit the honorifics!”

“Ah… … This is, it’s a habit. I’m sorry, Lila.”

“Hmm! That’s much better!”

Lila smiled brightly and greeted the others.

“Hello! Hello? Hello! Nice to meet you!”

“Huh? Oh oh… … Nice to meet you.”

“nice to see you…….”

“… … Well, nice to meet you.”

The members of Sphero were completely captivated by the overflowing positive energy and friendliness.

Elwin smiled faintly when he saw that.

“Lila. I know you’re excited to meet new friends, but you have to do your job, right?”

“Ah! Yes yes! Of course!”

Lila put the mask she had taken off for a moment back on and shouted cheerfully.

“Shall we go in? The night of the underground arena is about to begin!”

At that time, they didn’t know?

You will soon witness a shocking sight.

“Okay. Please guide me, Lila.”

Elwin’s desire for revenge must have been so deep and profound.

Until then, no one had expected it.

It was the beginning of a long, long night.