Chapter 94

The Viking feast was the best.

I tried most of the dishes served, savoring each one, and ultimately enjoyed the gourmet food until my stomach was full, finishing my meal.

"Thank you for the meal! It was delicious, wasn't it, Mochizuki-san?"

"Yes! Thank you for the meal, it was the best."

The meal was mostly salad, but Mochizuki-san seemed satisfied. That makes sense; even the vegetables were delicious.

Personally, I rarely come across a buffet where even the vegetables are fresh and delicious. This hotel is truly top-notch.

After finishing the meal, I left the hall with an overwhelming sense of satisfaction and aftertaste. I could see people everywhere who looked similarly content, feeling that everyone had a great time.

Then, I saw a familiar face. She noticed me and Mochizuki-san and came over. It was Mochizuki-san's disciple, Aizaka-san.

"Kouhei-san, Mochizuki-san. Hello, I see you were having a meal together."

"Yes, it was very enjoyable."

She ran over quickly. Hey, you're not good at sports, you might fall!

I saw three other people who seemed to be her companions approaching. Two men and two women. It feels like a standard party. Well, from my perspective as a solo player, the concept of a group is standard in itself.

I responded with a smile, following Mochizuki-san's lead.

"Since I was with Mochizuki-san, there were many delicious dishes. Aizaka-san, did you also enjoy the food with your group?"

"Yes. With these three and another group of senior explorers."

Are there more? I looked in the direction Aizaka-san pointed.

... It's Sekiguchi-kun. He is indeed a third-year senior.

"Hello, Aizaka-san, everyone. And... Mochizuki Yutaka! It's an honor to meet you here. I'm Sekiguchi, a D-rank explorer for three years now, and I have the skill 'Hero.'"

"Hello, Mochizuki."

"Since we're both D-rank, let's get along... Wait? Is Yamada-kun here too?"

"It's Yamagata."

This exchange feels nostalgic. I'm not particularly happy about it, though.

It seems he has no intention of saying my name correctly. Being disliked to this extent is a bit shocking... but I can't do much about it. I don't particularly like him either.

Ignoring me, Sekiguchi-kun continued talking. He said he often watched Mochizuki-san's video channel, finding her unique perspective on dungeons interesting.

Moreover, he even said he wanted to participate in one of Mochizuki-san's dungeon exploration streams. It's like he wants to get close to a beautiful woman and become popular through a famous streamer, with a double dose of greed.

His self-promotion is intense... I feel like he just wants to be famous and adored. Is this just my biased view?

On the other hand, Mochizuki-san's lack of expression and thin response are sad and scary. She's really cold.

"What do you think, Mochizuki-san? Please let this Sekiguchi participate in one of your exploration streams."

"I decline. If you've been watching the channel, you should know that it's primarily for close friends. It's a bit much to suddenly make such a request."

Moreover, Mochizuki-san looked at me and smiled like a flower blooming.

"If I were to invite a guest from outside, I would definitely want Kouhei-sama to join. A collaboration with Goudou's Savior channel would be exciting just to imagine!"

"Wh-What? No, yes?"

"I've already approached Goudou-san, so I expect to hear from him soon. It would be great if he considers it positively."

"Already approached!? No, that's scary!"

I'm not sure if I can call him "him"...

At least in the religious channel, the main explorer in the videos, me, is completely unaware that a collaboration plan is underway. What... is going on...

Moreover, Mochizuki-san, your videos have indeed been influenced by Konomi-san recently. If you go all out with a collaboration, won't you lose the ability to go back?

To begin with, you just said that your videos are mostly for close friends. If I, the savior, suddenly join, it will be awkward. At worst, it will cause a firestorm.

What do you think about this...? Mochizuki-san continued.

"Videos talking about the Savior are becoming increasingly popular. It would be wonderful if Kouhei-sama could appear now."

"What am I supposed to talk about if I appear?"

"Just share your thoughts freely! That alone will save all of us, the believers!"

"Believers?!"

"Mochizuki-san...?"

Are you seriously forming a group!?

Sekiguchi-kun took a step back, clearly taken aback. I can understand how he feels.

Moreover, why are the people around, including Aizaka-san, nodding with a wry smile? Shouldn't you try to stop this? Or are you also believers?

Scary...

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