Ruler Vol 2 Chapter 6

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Author: Anit666


【Sam’s POV】

 

I discussed various things with Jack till it was time for lunch. We didn’t want to leave the room as we weren’t particularly hungry, but Chloe barged in and forcefully dragged us out of it saying that we’ll get weak if we don’t eat.

When I reached the dining room, Cornellia, Shiggurath and Liera were already present there.

We sat down, with Jack and Chloe sitting on my left and right respectively while the other three sat across from me. The chef brought the food, and I quietly started eating it. I thought that today’s lunch time would once again pass in a peaceful manner. However, Jack, who was perhaps getting bored of the tranquil atmosphere of the dining room, abruptly dropped a bomb.

“Hey Sam, I heard that you shot yourself today?” (Jack)

I had the urge to spit out the food I was eating due to the suddenness of his question, but I managed to stop myself. But before I could stop him, Chloe spoke up.

“Huh? Sam shot himself? What’re you talking about?” (Chloe)

And before I could answer her, Shiggurath interfered.

“Yes, it’s true. He shot his hand just because he wanted to see Cornellia’s healing magic. Even I was surprised by that.” (Shiggurath)

“Yeah! And he did it so swiftly that for a moment, I wasn’t even able to understand what had happened! And when I tried to scold him, he just nonchalantly said that he did it to see my healing magic. Seriously! Just how reckless can you get Sam?!” (Cornellia)

Even Cornellia jumped on the ship that had set sail due to Jack. That bastard…… I’m sure he did it just because he wanted to tease me!

I turned to him to reprimand him, but the chair behind me rattled and before I could turn back, I was lightly hit in the head by something.

Chloe had punched me in the head.

“Sam….. just what the heck were you thinking?!” (Chloe)

She shouted at me. Just why is everyone screaming at me and scolding me today? I’m not being bullied, am I?

Anyway, looks like I’ve made Chloe angry. Now then, what to do? Trying to explain to her about why I did that would only aggravate her anger. So I should properly apologise and promise that I’ll never do that again. But I’ll have to do that carefully.

“I-I was just trying to learn her magic…… and I was sure that she would be able to heal me.” (Sam)

I spoke meekly. It’s good they didn’t tell her that I had actually blown off my entire hand which means that I would have turned into a cripple had Cornellia’s healing spell not worked. And if Chloe were to learn of it, then I’m sure she, just like a normal person, would scold me harshly and probably beat me up.

“I’m sorry………… I’ll promise I won’t do that again.” (Sam)

“You better be! Seriously! Just why did you make such a rash decision?!” (Chloe)

She finally let go of me and returned to her seat. Good grief. I would be troubled if they care so much for me. Ideally speaking, no should care for me as that’ll give me the freedom to do whatever I want.

I mean, I’m sure that if I were to try risking my life for something, then these people would definitely try to stop me. But I won’t be faced with this dilemma if there was no one who cared for me.

However, I can’t just force them to stop worrying for me. Neither do I intend to. I have other ways after all.

Liera, who was silent till now, spoke up.

“Ok everyone. Let’s stop with this tomfoolery. I have an important announcement to make.” (Liera)

What does she want now?

“A new dungeon has been discovered on the outskirts of Blatan. Since you can get actual battle experience in a dungeon, we’ll be going there in two weeks. So, I want you to train hard during these two weeks.” (Liera)

A dungeon, huh. Dungeons are underground structures where monsters dwell. However, the monsters living inside a dungeon never come out as it’s like a safe haven for them.

Not much is known about how dungeons are formed. A dungeon’s structure is similar to a building. There are floors in every dungeon, and the deeper you go, the stronger the enemies that you encounter. And on the last floor, there is a boss monster.

Bosses are insanely strong monsters. In the past, there had been bosses who were stronger than a dragon. However, the bosses never leave the dungeon.

If one can successfully kill the boss, he can loot the treasure that the boss had hoarded. The treasure is made up of items, money and weapons that the boss had ripped off of the people it had killed.

But since the dungeon Liera is talking about has recently been discovered, I don’t think we’ll find any treasures.

Normally speaking, I would have opposed to going to that dungeon and wasting our time. However, I cannot do that. And that’s because of Chloe.

I want her to get stronger, and fighting enemies is a crucial part of that process. And just in case something goes wrong, I’ll be able to save her. I also have another reason for going there.

“Oooh a dungeon! Yes, I want to go! I want to become even stronger!” (Chloe)

Why is she so enthusiastic?

“If Sam is going to a dungeon to fight monsters, then it is only natural that I would go too.” (Cornellia)

How is it only natural goddamnit!

“Of course. I would also go as well.” (Shiggurath)

Why am I getting the feeling that we are planning a picnic? It would be nice if that was the case though.

“Wait a minute.” (Liera)

Liera spoke up. Good going there Liera. Show them who’s the boss.

“I can understand why Drache would want to go with Sam. But why would you, the first princess of the Elven Empire, want to go to a dungeon with Sam?” (Liera)

She inquired. Cornellia should have no answer for that.

“You are misunderstanding something, Ms. Liera. I’m not accompanying Sam as Cornellia El Lucent, the first princess, but as Cornellia, the adventurer who has formed a party with Sam.” (Cornellia)

She spoke with confidence, while emphasising her uselessly large chest. Though technically speaking, her chest isn’t useless. Boobs are filled with a man’s hopes and dreams after all. And I have no right to call someone’s dreams, mine included, useless. But why is she eager to go with me?

“Are you sure about that, princess Cornellia? You could die ya know?” (Liera)

“Of course. Moreover, I’m confident that Sam would protect me in case of any danger. Right?” (Cornellia)

She asked while looking at me with puppy eyes. Where is she even getting this confidence from? Just how can be sure that I’ll protect her no matter what?

“Of course.” (Sam)

I answered honestly. It’s only a given that I would protect her if I can. But I also won’t hesitate to sacrifice her if it becomes necessary. Though there’s no need to tell her that, is there?

“See?” (Cornellia)

She asked Liera while acting very smug.

“Well, do as you wish.” (Liera)

Liera finally gave up. You’re weak, Liera!

“Ah but I’ll also be coming with you so that I can protect you just in case anything goes wrong. Though I’m not entirely sure whether my presence would be necessary or not.” (Liera)

She said mockingly while looking at Jack. Hmmm?

Don’t tell me……that she’s smitten with Jack?! Wow. Good going there Jack!

…………

Yeah who am I kidding. She clearly suspects me and Jack. Well, doesn’t matter. I’ve already prepared for that.
 

And thus it was decided that we’ll go to the dungeon.


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