Chapter 67

In a distant magical kingdom from the land where Act resides,

Lawrence's party of heroes was engaged in reconstruction efforts at the northern wall.

"Hey, hey, anyone who's injured or feeling unwell, come over here!"

In a tent set up in the town,

the healer Luna was treating the humans who had been taken captive.

The demons had taken many humans and treated them like slaves, subjecting them to cruel treatment.

As a result, everyone was utterly exhausted.

Those who gathered in the tent were people who were injured and had not received proper treatment.

"Alright, I'm going to start now, [Heal]!"

As a holy light flickered, the injuries and illnesses of the people present were instantly healed.

"Wow, amazing! My arm is moving!"

"My legs! My legs have grown back!?"

"I can't believe it... I was told I'd never walk again because of my back injury!"

The injured people cheered.

"Amazing, Lady Luna!"

"How did you acquire such incredible healing powers?"

Luna responded as if to say, "I'm glad you asked."

"Joining the guild 'Heaven's Gift' changed my fate."

"Heaven's Gift...?"

"Isn't that the one with the scary guild master?"

Among the captives were former adventurers who knew about Act from rumors.

"He's not scary at all. He's a kind person who doesn't abandon those in need. If you have nowhere to go, you should visit him."

The adventurers, who were half-believing, half-doubting.

However, Luna's incredible healing skills lent credibility to her words.

"I might go and see him."

"I definitely recommend it!"

Meanwhile, in the northern territories, there were villages where former slaves lived.

"I see, you want a well, don't you?"

The young-looking boy—no, the young girl—mage Eli, said to the village chief.

"Yes, that's right. The river is too far away."

"I understand! Water, right?"

Eli nodded with a smile and raised her staff.

"[Water Dragon Tsunami]!"

In an instant, the sky was covered with rain clouds.

From there, a giant dragon made of water appeared.

The dragon fell to the ground and washed over the earth.

In no time, a great river was created next to the village.

"Is this good enough?"

"......"

The villagers looked at the great river that had been created in an instant with astonishment.

"What... what an incredible sight..."

"Look at this water! It's so clear!"

"Drink it... it's so good! The best water I've ever tasted!"

"And there are so many fish!"

The villagers cheered.

The village chief, with tears in his eyes, bowed repeatedly before Eli.

"Thank you, young great mage! Not only for the drinking water but for the food as well... I don't know how to thank you!"

"No, it's just what I should do. I'm glad it helped!"

"But there's nothing I can give you in return..."

"Such a thing! I don't need any thanks. If everyone can live healthy and happy lives, that's enough for me!"

The village chief, with more tears, bowed repeatedly.

"Truly, you are a worthy companion of the hero... a noble soul befitting one chosen by fate."

"No, I'm not chosen. I used to be a weakling."

"Really, that's true?"

Eli smiled and said,

"Someone taught me the power of magic and how to use it. This power is meant to protect the weak."

"Ah... what a wonderful person. What is their name?"

"Act Age of Heaven's Gift!"

"Act Age... I promise to pass your name along with Eli's to future generations in this village, as the hero who saved us."

Meanwhile, in another village where former slaves lived,

"Wow...! Amazing!"

"So much meat!"

"Even fruits!"

The village children cheered.

On the sheet were mountains of food, including meat and vegetables.

"Hmph... With my skills, hunting is a piece of cake."

"Urgar, you're amazing!"

"Hmph... Hey, kids, look, it's coming out!"

"Urgar, you're amazing!"

"Haha, that's right, that's right! Haha!"

Urgar, chest puffed out, stood proudly before the children.

He and the tamer Mio had gone into the forest to gather the food.

"Thank you, Lady Mio."

The village chief bowed repeatedly.

"No, don't worry about it. I've also tamed some edible monsters near the village, so feel free to use them."

"Thank you so much for everything..."

"Hey, Chief! If you're going to thank someone, thank me too."

"Thank you, Lord Urgar. For defeating the vicious monsters in the forest."

"Haha! It's just what I should do... Hmph... Pass my name down as the village hero."

"H-hai..."

Mio tapped Urgar's head, saying, "Don't get too cocky, Urgar."

"But both of you are so strong. If you have any secrets to becoming strong, could you teach the young people in the village?"

"Hmm... I'm not good at teaching, and neither is this idiot. But I'll ask Act."

"Act...?"

"The coolest guild master who taught us how to use bows and spears!"

"Wow! That's reassuring..."

Mio used a communication magic item to contact Act.

"Sure thing. He'll come here soon."

"Thank you! But... what about payment?"

"No payment needed."

"R-really?"

"Yeah. He's a cool guy who helps the weak. He'll do it for free."

"Wow... what a wonderful person... Act... I'll never forget this kindness... I'll pass it down to future generations."

Urgar, feeling left out, shouted, "Hey, what about me? Hey, me!"

"Lord Urgar! It's an emergency! A huge monster is attacking the village!"

"Hmph... No problem."

Urgar skillfully wielded his spear and threw it.

The spear pierced the belly of a giant bear monster.

The thrown spear returned to Urgar's hand.

"That's about it."

"Wow... amazing!"

"Haha! Praise me more!"

The young villagers nodded in admiration.

"That perfect spear technique, it's just amazing."

"Yeah, yeah."

"Surely the person who taught you must be amazing."

"Huh?"

"Can I become as strong as Lord Urgar if I learn from Act?"

"Hey, hey! Why does it all come back to the guild master!?"

Urgar stomped his feet.

"You should be admiring my strength!"

Just then,

The forest was enveloped in a golden light.

With a tremendous shockwave, the entire monster-infested forest was blown away.

"What the...! The forest is gone!?"

"Who... who did this!?"

"Hey, everyone!"

Looking up, a black evil god dragon was floating in the sky.

Descending from it was the golden-haired hero Lawrence.

"Yep! You all seem to be doing well!"

"Lawrence... Could it be, you...?"

"Yep! I blew away the entire forest of monsters! No need to fear monster attacks anymore! Isn't that great?"

The villagers looked at the barren land where the forest once stood, in shock.

"Not a single tree is left... It's... too amazing... He's a monster..."

Urgar shouted.

"Hey! Lawrence! By blowing away the forest, you've taken away the forest's bounty, like fruits and nuts!"

Lawrence nodded, saying, "I see."

"Then, let's do this! Hmmm!"

Lawrence concentrated his fighting spirit in both hands and touched the ground.

"Here we go!"

With a burst of energy,

a great forest appeared on the barren land.

The trees were laden with fresh fruits, and there were plenty of animals.

"......"

"Done!"

Urgar muttered, "How did you bring the forest back...?"

"By willpower!"

"Explain a bit more!"

The villagers ran to Lawrence.

"Amazing, Lawrence!"

"It's beyond human capability!"

"How did you become so powerful?"

Lawrence smiled and said,

"If you train under Act, anyone can do that!"

"Wow!"

Meanwhile, Urgar shook his head, saying, "No, no, no, no."

"Act is an amazing person! If you learn from him, you can blow away forests, create forests, and even destroy the northern wall with one hit!"

"Act is seriously amazing!"

"No, only you can do that!"

...Thus, without Act's knowledge, Lawrence and the others were promoting him.

【To the Readers】

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