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Chapter 74: Mare and Cherry

～Aun’s point of view～

The day after the memorial ceremony, we returned to the Foret Noir dungeon.

「We’re home.」

「Welcome back!」Irs.

「Welcome back! Did you make it in time to the event?」Ars.

「Yeah! It’s all thanks to Drake!」

「Welcome back, Aun-san! Will you be able to receive the prize as you wished?」

「Yes, it went perfectly! Though, it seems that your work will get even busier. Will you be okay, Barbaru?」

「Yes! The assistants are excellent people, so I’ve become able to leave most of the work to them. If they study related to the tuning of magic tools, I think I’ll be able to leave the magic tools to them too!」

「I see. Don’t overdo it, okay?」

「Understood! One more thing, Aun-san. I tried to estimate the future population influx to Plainevelt, and it seems that there will be an overwhelming shortage of materials and living space. I’m planning to consult with Sparz-san and Earl Stedrius. Is that okay?」

「Yeah, please do that. They should be of help.」

There shouldn’t be any problems if I continue to entrust Plainevelt to Barbaru.

After the conversation with Barbaru ended, Ars spoke to me with an exhilarated look.

「Come to think of it, didn’t you say there’s something you want to try in the dungeon when you get back?」

「Yeah. Since we’re all here, let’s talk about it now!」

「To an extent, I was looking forward to seeing what kind of crazy thing you would say this time!」Ars.

「Well, I don’t know if it can be done or not! So, let me start with a question. First, is it possible for a monster born in a dungeon to accept a subordinate contract with me?」

「That is possible. Regarding the monsters born in a dungeon, the dungeon is simply their home and they have an instinctive habit of protecting the designated area of the dungeon. Thus, they can leave the dungeon just as Shinku did, and they can also accept a subordinate contract.」Irs.

「I see. I also know that I can choose which monster to create with dungeon points and that the required dungeon points differ greatly depending on the rank. However, I would like to know if it is possible to screen individual monsters. To be more precise, I want to know whether or not it is possible to carefully select and summon monsters that have [Human Transformation].」

「That is also possible. However, there are restrictions in that it requires more dungeon points than a normal summon, and that it is limited to races that can take the human form in the first place.」Irs.

「Hmmm… then I guess it’s possible?」

「Aun, stop beating around the bush. Just say what you are thinking!」Ars.

「Well, first we’ll summon monsters that can transform into humans with the dungeon points, and if that monster accepts, create a subordinate contract with me.

Then, register 4-5 monsters as one adventurer party and have them level up and evolve on their own.

Although it will take time, a party like ours that can teleport to dungeons and communicate via telepathy will be created.

The points to note are that we need as many concealment accessories as the size of the party, and that they must not be seen by others when evolving or teleporting.」

「Wha… What kind of strategy have you come up with… It’s true that there are risks, but it’s not just about increasing the strength of Star Supremacy. It can serve as a defensive force for the dungeon, conduct reconnaissance and information gathering in other towns, and can even deal with events where you would need to tackle it simultaneously!」Ars.

「Exactly. We will be able to simulate what Shinku did. However, even monsters have their own will. I’m going to ask carefully whether they want to sign a contract, whether they want to protect the dungeon, and whether they want to go outside. I want companions, not pawns. I won’t force them.」

「Aun-sama, is it okay if I share my personal opinion?」

「What is it, Shinku?」

「I am not completely certain, but I think there is a possibility that [Human Transformation] can be acquired through practice…」

「Isn’t that because your experiences are different?」

「I just wonder if there is a reason why I can do it and other monsters can’t… Is it okay if I teach several boss-class monsters just as a test? Also, Mare asked me to teach it to her.」

「I see. Teach it to those who are interested. Just don’t force anyone, okay?」

「Understood. I will do my best.」

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~1 week later~

「Are you serious… 2 of the 5 monsters got the [Human Transformation] skill…」

「Yes. Mare and Red Ogre have acquired it, but Cow-Oni, Horse-Oni, and Hydra have not yet acquired it. However, those three had a desire to continue protecting the dungeon as is, so it is possible that they did not feel the necessity to obtain the skill.」

「You are seriously amazing… How did you even teach them?」

「It’s a matter of intuition… To just try it over and over, to show examples, and things like that…」

「By the way, how many times did you try?」

「I apologize… I didn’t count beyond 1000, so the exact number is… I will make sure to count correctly next time.」

「No. I learned that it’s not something that can be acquired easily, so that’s good enough…」

When Shinku called on Mare and Red Ogre, two women around the age of 16 appeared.

Mare had long hair with white mesh in her black hair, giving off a frivolous air. The red ogre had red hair and brown skin and looked lively.

Since the Red Ogre didn’t have a name, Kinu named her “Cherry”.

As for the two of them, they wanted to try being adventurers, so it was decided that starting from tomorrow they would study about the outside world under the tutelage of Instructor Shinku.

I wonder if she’ll teach them some strange things… Actually, I’m seriously worried about that. But Kinu and Drake will also be teaching them, so it should be fine.

Now then, let’s come up with a remodeling plan for the Plainevelt dungeon with Irs!