Chapter 29

"Alright, let's just organize this as it is."

"Quite a few SRs came out, didn't they?"

"It seems the increased probability wasn't a lie."

After finishing the gacha, I decided to organize the equipment right away.

I shouldn't leave it for too long like last time and forget, and I want to decide what to do with the URs quickly.

I opened the item list and started taking out the notable items.

First, this caught my attention.

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●Waist Pouch

A magic-imbued pouch.

Decent capacity. Weight remains unchanged, and perishable items don't rot. Note: No living beings can be placed inside.

●Shoulder Bag

A magic-imbued bag.

Decent capacity. Weight remains unchanged, and perishable items don't rot. Note: No living beings can be placed inside.

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"You guys probably want your own bags to carry things, right? Should we split these two?"

"If it's a bag, I prefer this one. It won't get in the way when I move."

"Then I'll take this one. I don't move around much during battles."

Until now, I've been storing all of their items in my bag, but they probably want their own personal bags.

Since similar items came out, it's a good opportunity.

Noll chose the waist bag, and Estelle chose the shoulder bag.

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●Explosion Ticket

A paper that explodes when you stick it and chant. Can be used 5 times.

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"This is quite a dangerous item, isn't it?"

"Big brother, let's try it out!"

"Next time, outside."

Next, a thin piece of paper with a skull drawn on it.

I thought it might be a mistake for the Explosion Fist, but it's really an Explosion Ticket.

I want to try it, but explosions seem dangerous.

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●Stabilizer

Attack +300

Accuracy +40%

Automatic Retrieval

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I thought it looked good when I saw its stats, but it turned out to be a silver bow. It comes with dedicated arrows.

It's quite heavy when you hold it. The automatic retrieval feature is nice.

It might be useful if a bow user comes out?

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●Magic Canceller

Magic Resistance +10

Silences the target's magic attacks for a short time.

●Magic Shield

Magic Resistance +20

Defense +150

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Hmm, it seems useful but also a bit iffy.

The Magic Canceller is a ring, so it might be good to equip it just in case.

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●Auto Guard Sphere

40% chance to reduce damage by 50%.

20% chance to nullify all attacks.

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"Is this for Estelle?"

"Oh, another pretty one. I'd be happy to take it if you think it's good."

It's a crystal ball the size of a palm. It has a decorative element and can be hung with a string, but it might get in the way when moving.

Since it's not for much movement and focuses on defense, it's probably best to give it to Estelle.

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●Butterfly Grip

Attack +100

Defense +50

Attack Speed +20%

Stun Time -10%

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"Gloves. It's a bit tough to handle a bar with bare hands, so these are perfect. Noll, do you want to use them too?"

"Can I? Yay!"

They're black leather gloves. They're not very heavy and have a non-slip texture. When I tried them on and held the bar, they felt just right.

Noll had her own gloves, but these seem to have better stats, so she'll switch to these.

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●Caduceus Emblem

Magic Attack +30%

Magic Resistance +30%

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"What should we do with this? ...Oh, it came off."

"Uh-huh..."

It's an emblem with two snakes crossing around a central rod and a winged image at the top.

I was wondering what to do with it, but it seems to be a sticker. It peeled off the paper when I fiddled with it.

Hey, is this really okay?!

For now, I'll stick it in Estelle's bag since it's magic-related.

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●Grimoire 'Eira'

Fire Attribute Magic Attack +100%

30% chance to temporarily blind the target.

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"This is definitely for Estelle. The effects seem quite intense."

"Explosive magic will become even stronger. But, it might make movement a bit difficult."

Finally, an SSR. The grimoire is a red book with demonic and dragon illustrations.

It's a book that can be held in one hand, but it might be a bit large for the small Estelle.

Well, with the bag, she can just take it out when needed.

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●Moon Droplet

MP Auto Recovery

Increased MP Recovery Speed

MP Stock 0

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"An armband. This is also for Estelle. What's this 'stock' thing?"

"MP can be stored. I'll take it gratefully."

It's an armband with a silver ball the size of a marble.

With this, she can cast spells repeatedly without drinking MP potions for a while.

The ability to stock MP means she can recover it all at once in emergencies, which is convenient.

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●Nibelung Ring 'Rhine's Gold'

Attack Speed +10%

Movement Speed +10

Attack +50

Defense +50

Status: Prologue

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"What is this?"

"A dazzling ring. The stats seem decent?"

It's a golden ring with inscriptions. It's called 'Rhine's Gold,' but I don't understand the meaning.

And it says 'Prologue' as a status, which is also confusing. The stats are low for an SSR.

I'll give it to Noll for now, but is this a dud SSR?

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●Holy Shroud

Magic Resistance +50%

All Status Ailments Immune

Defense +1000

HP Auto Recovery

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"Hey... Can I take this?"

"Sure, go ahead. Finally, you can be the tank."

"I was hoping for something better with an UR, but it's pretty worn out."

The Holy Shroud is a black robe with slightly torn edges.

It's my first UR equipment, so I'm happy, but I feel like I'll look even more suspicious wearing it.

"So, Noll, what about the other Regi Elitra? Do you want to use it as a double sword?"

"That would be too difficult to handle. Just stack it, please."

"Got it. I was thinking, what if I use it?"

"It would just become a really sharp sword. It's designed for me, after all."

I thought maybe I could use specialized equipment in this world, but it seems not.

It's very sharp, but the attack power won't be as high as when she uses it. What's going on?

"What about the bracelet? Do you want to get fancy, Noll?"

"Actually, I'm losing interest now..."

We decided to stack the duplicates.

For rings, we'll keep them separate in case other units come out and use multiple.

The two bracelets will go to Noll.

Rings can normally only be equipped in pairs, but now it seems you can exceed that limit.

It's weird that specialized equipment doesn't work, but this does.

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●Regi Elitra ☆2

Attack +3000

Magic Special Effect +100%

Enemy Action Speed -50%

Action Speed +30%

●Excalibur ☆10

Attack +1390

Action Speed +95%

●Pot Lid ☆5

Defense +450

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Wow... This is getting intense.

The attack power of Regi Elitra is off the charts. And it even has an action speed boost.

My bar is now on par with SSR equipment compared to GC's gear.

For now, I've finished organizing the equipment, so I'll go to bed.

What should I do tomorrow? Should I use the enhanced equipment to exterminate more scorpions, or should I look for other hunting grounds?

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...What?

"Hmm... Huh?"

I was sleeping, but I felt something strange.

My body felt heavy, and something was moving inside the blanket.

"Ah, caught me?"

"...What are you doing?"

As I started to wake up, I realized something was there and lifted the blanket.

There, lying on top of me, was Estelle.

Looking at Noll's bed, there was a sign that she had gotten out. Noll was flailing her hands as if searching for something.

She must have been using Estelle as a body pillow...

"Hehe, I wanted to sleep with you. I get lonely, you know?"

Huh? What is this girl saying?

"Stop joking and go back to bed. Noll, go back to your bed."

"Oh, you think it's a joke? That's hurtful."

When I told her to stop joking, she smiled with narrowed eyes.

Oh no, that look means she's up to something.

"Hey! Wha...!?"

"Noll will wake up."

I had a bad feeling and tried to stop Estelle, but she waved her finger.

Just like before, my body became paralyzed, and I couldn't even speak.

This is bad, really bad. I have no idea what she's planning.

I'm starting to get scared.

"Even after all this, you're not interested, huh? Hehe, I know you comfort yourself, you know?"

Wha... What...? Why does she know that?

I always did it secretly in the bathroom. How did this information leak? There shouldn't be any smell.

"I can do anything you like, big brother."

She licked her lips and caressed my chest with her small hand.

It's soft, and it smells sweet and nice.

Anything... Anything... No, she's a girl!

She's even younger than Noll. I can't do anything to her... That's wrong.

"So, big brother, what will you do?"

"I, I..."

My body became free as the magical restraint was lifted. She smiled and asked me.

What should I do? Even though she says it's okay...

"What are you doing...?"

"Kyaa!?"

"N, Noll, you were awake?"

Suddenly, I was interrupted. Noll was standing next to me.

I was so surprised, I felt my heart jump. Estelle was also surprised.

W-When did she get here?

"Really, I don't want you to just disappear like that. Estelle is so cuddly."

"Moo, I was just getting to the good part..."

She picked up Estelle and carried her back to the bed. Estelle looked like a cat being carried.

Well, I guess I should be relieved. If Noll hadn't come, who knows what would have happened.

But... When did she get here? When did she wake up? How much of the conversation did she hear?

Thinking about it, I started to feel a cold sweat run down my back.