Chapter 56

Today's update as well ('ω')

After losing extra time due to the Bechio Saras incident, we hurriedly prepared for our re-entry that day.

After all, the weapons were still in Simon's possession, and the magic bag I mainly used was gone.

We were truly starting from scratch.

Moreover, the Adventurers' Guild seemed somewhat reluctant about this matter.

While the "Colorless Darkness" had its seal temporarily lifted, it was not a dungeon open to the public.

Now, as criminals who had sneaked into the dungeon with illegal magic items, rescuing the "Thunderpike" members would only bring unnecessary risk—this much I understood objectively.

"The weapons are ready. The repair and adjustment of the armor are also underway."

"The items on the list have been gathered. I've secured three days' worth of food for six people!"

"The magic scrolls are all set."

As the members gathered their preparations, I was creating a few magic items and scrolls that were hard to find in the market.

Sometimes, it's faster to make them yourself than to search the market.

"I'm all set! We can go right now!"

"Don't rush. We still need the most important thing."

Indeed, the most important thing we needed—the "Scroll of Retreat"—had not yet been obtained.

It was a rare item, and parties with alchemists rarely let it go.

Even if I asked the Guild Master, it wouldn't be easy to find.

As I watched the sun setting outside the window, growing increasingly anxious, I suddenly heard a knock on the door.

Though I was somewhat on guard due to the Bechio Saras incident, the visitor quickly identified himself and asked us a question.

"I'm Lucient of the party 'Scordia.' Is Yuke Ferdio here?"

When I opened the door, there was indeed Lucient, the leader of the A-rank party "Scordia."

"Nice to meet you in person, Yuke Ferdio."

"Yes, I've heard a lot about you."

"Scordia" is one of the top-ranked parties here in Finis.

A party known for their practical and robust approach, they had also participated in the investigation of the "Colorless Darkness."

"I heard a rumor. That you're looking for this."

He took out a magic scroll from his bag.

...It was the "Scroll of Retreat."

"Do you intend to challenge the 'Colorless Darkness' again?"

"Yes, but it will be different this time."

"I came to hear that. The Guild seems to be planning to reseal the 'Colorless Darkness.'"

I hadn't heard that news yet.

"...Could you let me have it?"

Lucient, who had come all the way here, was not the type to just show off.

"Scordia" embodies the spirit of the old-school adventurer.

Even now, as an A-rank party, they still take on "copper coin" requests.

"Yuke Ferdio. I ask you, why do you challenge the 'Colorless Darkness'?"

"To save my comrades."

"Are you talking about the suspicious group called 'Thunderpike'?"

I shook my head at Lucient's cold words.

"In a way, yes, and in a way, no. Still... she is our savior, and I have to go."

"–Very well, go."

Lucient threw the "Scroll of Retreat" to me and turned his back.

"Wait, this..."

"If you understand what's most important for an adventurer, that's fine. Retrieve what you can."

Leaving those words, which sounded familiar, Lucient disappeared into the crowd.

"He's a strange one, isn't he?"

Rain, who had been watching from behind, tilted her head.

"Yuke must have understood him. I heard that Lucient's party was nearly destroyed in a dungeon when he was a beginner."

"...I see, that's why..."

I might still have a chance.

I should gratefully accept the kindness of this senior adventurer.

"Once everything is ready, we'll all take a rest."

"Do we have to wait?"

"If we follow the dungeon strategy, we need to maintain ourselves before entering. We'll get six hours of sleep and head to the Guild at sunrise to enter."

These six hours might cost Jamie her life.

If I were alone, I would have left at this moment.

But if four people are coming with me, as the leader of "Clover," I must ensure the safety of all four.

"My preparations are complete."

"Me too."

"I'm ready to go anytime!"

"No problems here."

After confirming that everyone was ready, we nodded to each other.

"I'm going to sleep."

"Me too."

Marina, looking anxious, went up the stairs.

Nene followed her up the stairs.

"Yuke, you should get some sleep too."

"I know."

While nodding to Silk, who followed the two, I was still checking for any missing items in my preparations.

But Rain, as if reading my mind, grabbed my hand and pulled me.

"I still need a little more time..."

"No. You need to be in the best condition."

Rain sighed softly, then stretched up to pinch my nose.

It felt like a long time ago, but I remember her doing the same thing before we challenged the "Colorless Darkness."

"Come on. Let's face the fear, the anxiety, and the uncertainty together. No matter what happens, I... we are on your side."

"Alright, I understand."

Pulled by Rain, we went up the stairs, and I fell asleep.

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