El'dor's Tear

On the eve of the Man-made Labyrinth Conquest Battle.

While the many adventurers and citizens of Orario were still fervently discussing Riezel's Level Up, the members of the Conquest Battle, who knew what harsh challenge awaited them at this time tomorrow night, made their final preparations with emotions ranging from excitement and exhilaration to unease and determination.

The same was true at the Loki Familia's headquarters. Even though night had already fallen, Raul and Aki were still directing the members in the courtyard, moving crates filled with supplies to their designated locations.

From time to time, people from the Hephaestus Familia and Diane's Familia would also come by, delivering the final batch of weapons and provisions to the Loki Familia's headquarters.

Naturally, the First Class Adventurers who had some free time also entered a state of battle readiness. Some maintained their weapons in their rooms, some checked their physical condition, and some simply went down to the basement to brawl with the War Country female warriors imprisoned there, calling it a warm-up.

"Really can't catch a break for even a moment..."

While everyone busily made their pre-battle preparations, Riezel slowly walked through the corridors of the headquarters.

He had no destination. He was merely wandering around.

As for tomorrow's Conquest Battle, there was nothing more for him to say, nor was there anything left for him to prepare.

He had already done nearly everything he needed to do. The rest depended on everyone's own fortune.

"After this battle, quite a few people in the Familia should accomplish great deeds, discover new magic and skills, or ascend to an entirely new stage, right?"

Certain of this, Riezel did not interfere with anyone's work, merely watching everyone strive as an observer.

And so, as he wandered, Riezel eventually arrived at the central