Rhode's assessment of the two Phantom mages was:
They had slightly better combat awareness than Jenny. At the very least, after being bitten by the Ancient Stone Beetle, they could immediately launch an attack and try to break free.
Besides, relying solely on Possession Type magic really was unsafe. Once their tools failed, they were practically helpless.
When he got back, he needed to make two preparations. First, he needed a sturdier chain—one that he would not take off even when sleeping.
Second, he needed to quickly find suitable Ability Type magic. As a summoner, he should at least possess the combat strength to tear apart a dragon with his bare hands.
"What's wrong, Rhode?" Mira noticed the changes in Rhode's expression and asked, "You look awful. Did the plan not go smoothly?"
"No, it went too smoothly. It's even a little hard to believe."
"Isn't that a good thing? As expected, Rhode has already become very strong."
Mira had not forgotten that the Master had sent Rhode out to help him build up some confidence.
In a way, perhaps he should thank those two unlucky fools?
Question: How did one keep the corners of one's mouth from rising and maintain a cool expression when a girl praised him for being strong?
Anyway, Rhode failed to hold it back.
Fortunately, he only celebrated briefly. He did not get carried away or forget the important matter:
"A sneak attack doesn't count, and there's something wrong with those two themselves... Should we bring them back to the guild and let Laki interrogate them?"
"Laki only likes collecting torture devices. She doesn't enjoy using them."
Mira tried to correct Rhode's misunderstanding. "Don't get strange ideas about her."
"Oh." Since Mira had seriously stressed it, he would believe it ninety-eight percent for now.
"Then