Chapter 47

Leord is now meditating with his eyes closed, focusing on restoring his depleted magic power. Magic power is a mysterious force in the world of Fate 48, and it is consumed when casting spells. This magic power is converted from a substance called mana, which is taken into the body, but the details are not well understood.

A few minutes after Leord began meditating, his magic power had recovered slightly. The idea that meditating could restore magic power was not something found in games. However, when Leord tried meditating out of curiosity, he discovered that it did indeed restore his magic power, albeit in small amounts. That is why he is now meditating to restore his magic power.

However, the amount of magic power restored through meditation is very small, making it less satisfying compared to using potions or sleeping. But given the current situation, he cannot afford to complain, so he continues to meditate with his eyes closed to restore his magic power.

"Hmm..."

Although he does not fully understand what magic power is, thanks to his childhood understanding of it as an invisible and mysterious force, he can handle it well. From the memories of his previous life, he finds it to be a very convenient power, but he accepts it as part of this different world.

Moreover, thanks to this mysterious power, he can perform magic that defies the laws of physics, which would be considered miraculous deeds. Complaining about this would invite punishment.

The first and third squads, who had been resting for a while, prepared for battle when they heard the roar of monsters from the forest.

"Damn... Give us a bit more rest."

Leord, who had not had much rest, grumbled about his magic power not recovering as much as he had hoped, but he still lifted his heavy body, both physically and mentally, to prepare for the monster attack.

Just a few seconds after Leord and the others prepared for battle, a large group of monsters appeared. Despite the ridiculous number, they could not afford to lose or give up.

"Well, shall we do this...!"

Leading the charge was Barbalot, who plunged straight into the wave of monsters and cut them down. The knights followed Barbalot, cutting into the monsters and reducing their numbers.

Of course, Leord was not just watching. After strengthening his body by consuming his restored magic power, he charged into the group of monsters. In the chaotic battle where friend and foe were mixed, Leord fought desperately. However, due to his lack of practical experience, he found himself in several dangerous situations.

But Leord did not get hurt. This was because Gilbert was moving around to protect him.

(Thanks to Gilbert, I don't have to worry about my surroundings, but I can't keep relying on him.

I need to become stronger.

To change the future of death that awaits me.)

While relying on Gilbert's strength, Leord continued to kill the monsters one by one. Compared to Barbalot and Gilbert, his fighting style was less impressive, but to the ordinary knights, Leord was achieving a formidable feat.

However, Leord always compared himself to the two, leading to a low self-evaluation. To others, it might seem like he was being picky, but since Leord did not say it out loud, no one complained.

"AAAAAAAAAA!!!"

Barbalot roared at the front line. The opponent seemed to be an ogre. Although it was a troublesome enemy, as long as Barbalot was there, it was not a problem. However, the situation would be different if there were multiple ogres. Even if Barbalot could overwhelm a single ogre, he would not be safe if attacked by multiple ogres.

"Damn!!!"

As Barbalot cut down one ogre, five more ogres attacked him. Barbalot, unable to handle five at once, stepped back with a loud sigh.

Seeing this, Leord gave an order to Gilbert, who was nearby.

"Gil, go support Barbalot."

"That is not possible. I have been ordered by Beluga-sama to protect you."

"Please. You are my only hope!"

"......I am sorry."

Leord, unable to hide his frustration with Gilbert's inaction, gritted his teeth. In his frustration, he swung his sword with all his might to kill the monsters that attacked him.

"Then, I will go to help. That way, there should be no problem, right?"

"It is not safe for you to face the ogres in your current state!"

"Hmm... You are here. I'm counting on you, Gil."

Leord grinned and charged straight toward Barbalot.

"Wait! Young master!!!"

Despite Gilbert's outstretched hand, Leord cut down the monsters and headed toward Barbalot. As Leord approached Barbalot, the ogres fighting Barbalot changed their target to Leord.

They judged that Leord was weaker than Barbalot. Leord felt frustrated by this, but it was the truth, so he could not say anything.

(They think I can be killed?

Then, I'll make them regret it!

You should have never targeted me!)

The ogre lunged at Leord with incredible speed. Just as the ogre's hand was about to grab Leord's face, the ogre's arm was severed and flew through the air, spraying blood.

The ogre did not understand what had happened, but then he saw a blade of water floating behind Leord and realized that his arm had been cut by that water blade.

By the time he understood, it was too late. The water blade floating behind Leord sliced the ogre into pieces.

"Barbalot! Jump!"

Without knowing what Leord was going to do, Barbalot followed his order and leaped. The ogre tried to chase Barbalot, but suddenly fell. The ogre, not understanding what was happening, was impaled and killed by the falling Barbalot.

"Thanks for being so perceptive."

"I can read your intentions like an open book, Leord-sama."

"That's very reassuring. Let's continue, then!"

Finally reaching Barbalot, Leord found himself surrounded by ogres. He showed frustration at the increased number but quickly regained his composure.

The ogres surrounding Leord and Barbalot suddenly lost their heads without a sound. Behind the falling ogres, Gilbert, who was somewhat angry, appeared.

"Young master, do you understand what I am trying to say?"

"......Can we save the lecture for later?"

"Ha~. I understand. Let's focus on getting out of here first."

"It is an honor to fight alongside you, Gilbert-sama."

"Barbalot-sama, please refrain from unnecessary talk."

"Haha! That's harsh. Let's go, then!!!"

Barbalot, laughing heartily, tightened his face and charged into battle with the monsters. The number of threatening monsters, such as ogres, had increased.

In the midst of this, Leord, Barbalot, and Gilbert continued to kill the monsters one after another. The knights watching from a distance were amazed by their performance.

"Barbalot is expected, but who is that butler?"

"That person seems to be the one Barbalot mentioned, and he is incredibly strong..."

"More importantly, I didn't realize Leord-sama was so strong. I had only heard bad things and thought he wasn't much..."

"He was apparently strong in the past, but recently he has been causing trouble..."

The knights thought that rumors were unreliable, but they would later be surprised to find out that the rumors were true.