Chapter 76

But the highest priority right now isn't that; it's the remaining Magic User.

Xiu Er became very interested in Corris's "Magic" that could revive the recently dead.

A few minutes later.

A violent explosion occurred in the forest.

Smoke and dust billowed up, and a huge crater suddenly appeared on the grassland of the forest, the terrain created by the explosion just now.

Xiu Er stood at the edge of the pit, and opposite him stood a girl, a girl with a head of orange braids.

The explosion just now wasn't caused by Xiu Er, so the answer is obvious: it came from the girl on the other side.

And this visitor was Xiu Er happened to know.

"[Question] Volumen, why are you here?"

In fact, Xiu Er had already located her using the bracelet device on Volumen's wrist at night, and had also found out her movement trajectory—she was heading straight for him.

How did Volumen know the coordinates of Xiu Er?

Of course, it comes from the device on his wrist, specially made by Xiu Er, a device with most of the auxiliary functions, including positioning function, and the database of the bracelet contains the personal coordinates specially left by Xiu Er.

"I think you understand this, Sister Xiu Er, right?"

Seeing that Xiu Er did not show any "surprise," Volumen was not surprised, because in her memory Xiu Er was just like that, a very emotionally stable person.

Several years have passed since the girl's home was saved.

Women's bodies mature earlier than men's. The little girl from back then has now grown into a graceful lady. Well, it seems that the word "lady" doesn't quite apply to Volumen.

Looking at her standing with her hands on her hips, looking so smug, and the huge pit she had created in front of her, she was definitely not the epitome of a "lady".

"..."

Xiu Er did not respond immediately. Instead, he probed the pit again and finally confirmed that the Demon Magic User he had deliberately left until the end was definitely dead.

"Don't worry, I won't hold back against the Demon. After all, you taught me that when dealing with Demon, I should use all my strength, right?"

Volumen was very proud of his actions in dealing with the Demon, completely unaware that his actions had ruined Xiu Er's initial plan.

Although his plans were disrupted by an acquaintance, Xiu Er did not complain at all. After all, he had already collected enough data on the Magic User's "Restoration Magic" from Belisa.

The reason for leaving the opponent until the end was simply to force out more Magic.

So what if he was killed by Volumen? To Xiu Er, it was no big deal.

Furthermore, based on the memories he obtained from the three previous demon Demon, he had enough to construct a roughly clear "Storyline".

These guys were most likely sent by Shulahart to their deaths.

Disobedient subordinates were sent to their deaths to be eliminated, and Xiu Er was the "knife" used to kill with another's help.

It's strange, what reason could it be that Shulahart had the courage to scheme against him?

Lacking crucial information, Xiu Er was unable to deduce a specific answer and could only rely on "guessing".

Does the opponent possess some kind of Magic that can counter my abilities?

Xiu Er had no idea about that.

And because of Volumen's arrival, he will not be concerned about any potential problems in this regard for the time being.

"[Question] You want to join the travel group?"

After much thought, only this reason seems to have the highest probability.

"Uh-huh."

It seems I was right.

"So, is that okay?"

As if to increase the probability of Xiu Er, Volumen winked playfully, adding to her "cuteness".

She's still the same little girl from back then.

Volumen was originally like that in the original work, and now the person in front of Xiu Er is an individual who has not had that tragic experience, which makes her more innocent and "cheerful" than in the original work.

His hostility toward Demon stemmed solely from the education he received from his parents and Xiu Er.

Whether this was good or bad, Xiu Er did not comment; he did not regret what he had done.

He certainly had the right to refuse Volumen's request, but in the end, a part of his "human nature" led him to make another choice.

"[Application Approved] Volumen, you have become a 'Companion'."

"Yay!"

After a day of "torture," Takuson finally got a chance to catch his breath from "Xiu Er's " clutches. He instantly relaxed his entire body and lay down on the virtual grass in a very disheveled posture.

One second he was covered in blood, the next he was completely transformed.

This is the advantage of the Battle Arena, allowing Takuson to maintain peak condition at all times.

However, while physical exhaustion may be recovered, mental fatigue may not, indicating that Battle Arena training is not a continuous process.

Takuson will still have time to "rest".

"Ha..."

Takuson lay on the ground, calmly gazing at the virtual stars in the sky.

He had already recovered from his physical exhaustion; now he was simply relaxing his mind.

The training in this Battle Arena has been going on for quite some time. Judging from the real-time synchronization of the environment inside the arena with the outside world, it must be night now.

Inside the arena, Takuson was unable to obtain information from the outside world on his own; everything was relayed by Xiu Er.

He looked at "Xiu Er" standing in the center of the field. During the day's beatings, he once again realized the gap between himself and his teacher.

"[Reminder] Takuson, your mental state is at an 'extremely fatigued' stage. Rest is essential for you now."

A Xiu Er, Doppelganger Xiu Er the one in the center of the arena, appeared beside him.

"Yes, it's time to get some sleep."

"Hello, teacher..." Takuson used the communication device placed in his ear to establish communication with Xiu Er.

The call didn't go through, and the instant he made the call, a "door" opened in front of him.

Their exchanges were always like this, because Takuson was always by Xiu Er's side, so this kind of remote communication could only be considered as informing Xiu Er.

Stepping out of the "door," the first thing Takuson saw was an extra figure.

The orange-haired woman immediately brought back memories from several years ago.

When did you arrive?

There was no intense emotion, but his words carried a hint of doubt about the third party.

"Oh? Takuson, you still remember me."

Volumen heard the question, his smile widened.

"Of course I remember, your name is Volumen, isn't it?"

"You got it right. It seems I've made quite a good impression on you."

It's more than just shallow...

Takuson thought to himself that it was because of Volumen that he had another misunderstanding with Sister Xiu Er back then.

"So, your sudden appearance here now, is it because you want to...?"

Takuson's expression was somewhat comical. He looked at Xiu Er, who was quietly listening to their conversation, and his tone was full of doubt.

"[Notification] Volumen has joined the team and is now a comrade. Be friendly to your comrade, Takuson."

"All right."

The matter is clear: since Xiu Er has already agreed to Volumen's joining, Takuson will have no objections.

After all, he didn't dislike Volumen; he was just a little disappointed at the thought that the rest of the journey would no longer be just him and Xiu Er alone together.

Although she was very unhappy, Takuson naturally treated her new companion kindly because the other person was younger than her.

"Then welcome the newcomer. I hope we can get along well in the future, Volumen."

As the most mature-looking member of the team, Takuson was the first to show goodwill.

"Yes, please take care of me, Brother Takuson and Sister Xiu Er."

Xiu Er nodded in response.

Takuson also flashed a sunny smile.

There was no induction ceremony; it was just like any other ordinary scene, as common as a neighbor's older brother and younger sister greeting each other.

And so, Volumen joined Xiu Er's team.

After this little incident of a teammate joining the team, Xiu Er immediately made plans for the next part of the trip.

"The Demon King's Castle? Xiu Er, why are you going there?"

After hearing Xiu Er's plan, Volumen immediately voiced his doubts.

She was curious about the purpose of Xiu Er 'Xiu Er trip because she knew he was very powerful.

Unlike the curious Volumen, Takuson, who had never objected to Xiu Er's decisions, said nothing. He was content as long as he stayed by Xiu Er's side.

"[Answer] The purpose of this trip is only to confirm one thing."

"One thing?"

"[Definitely] In order to verify a hypothetical conclusion."

"Sister Xiu Er, you're still the same, always saying things that are hard to understand."

Upon hearing Volumen's words, Takuson, who had been silent, chimed in:

"That's just because you don't have enough contact with your teacher."

"Brother Takuson, can you understand me?"

"Well, I can understand the gist of it..."

Takuson scratched his face guiltily, because he couldn't be sure if he really understood the words the teacher was using; he always understood them by using substitute words that he himself had put in place.

However, as a fellow apprentice of Xiu Er and a senior of Volumen, he naturally wanted to maintain the aura of his senior.

"Huh?"

It seems the atmosphere will be even more lively than usual in the days to come.

Seeing how his two apprentices were getting along, Xiu Er had this thought in his mind.

Chapter 53: Conspiracy?

"So, teacher, this time you're looking for a Demon named Shulahart?"

"[Affim] "

Takuson didn't understand why Xiu Er would travel all the way to the Demon King's Castle to find a Demon named Shulahart, but since his teacher was going to find him, it must be because Shurahat had overestimated himself and provoked his teacher first.

Knowing his teacher's personality well, someone immediately came up with a reasonable explanation; otherwise, Xiu Er wouldn't have gone so far to kill someone.

As for whether it's true or not, Takuson doesn't care.

Although Volumen wholeheartedly supported the killing of Demon, she was still quite curious about why Xiu Er had specifically named a Demon to seek him out.

"Sister Xiu Er, have you seen this Demon before?"

Xiu Er glanced at the girl beside him, then at the young man behind him.

Unlike his apprentice, who had already convinced himself, Volumen's eyes were full of curiosity.