Chapter 60

Today is a day off, but it's also Tart's "Pharmacy Day," where the goal is to make items like fire bottles and healing potions for future hunts.

Titiya is helping Tart with enthusiasm, so I decided to go shopping to see if I can get any materials.

Even as I walk through the town, my mind is working at full speed.

Titiya's level has been steadily rising, so it might be time to consider the next hunting ground... but the materials for the fire bottles are still unreliable. The good thing about Orcs is that they drop rags, which are the materials we need.

Moreover, if we move to a higher-level hunting ground, the lack of front-line fighters becomes a concern. Reo can cover for it to some extent, but it becomes unrealistic if we look further ahead.

The people who come to mind are Kent and Cocoa. They are a Swordsman and a Mage, so they would fit well with our party and increase our efficiency.

...But, but...

They are good kids. Kent may seem reckless at first glance, but he carefully considers his approach to monsters and even gathers information. Cocoa is good at providing subtle support and has knowledge about living in the wild.

Their levels are not high, and they are still in their first class, but that's the same for us, so we can level up together.

...But I don't think it's a good idea to involve them.

With my game knowledge, I think my way of living in this world is special. I have a desire to fully enjoy the game world I loved and see all the beautiful scenery.

But Kent and Cocoa have their hometown village nearby, and their parents—families—are there. It's not right to drag them into my plans. I've always thought that.

Moreover, the situation with the cathedral is getting quite suspicious, making it even harder to invite them to join our party.

...Their parents would worry, too.

When we visited the "Farm Village" before, I met their mothers and heard about their lives. They were very worried, which left a strong impression on me.

It's hard to invite them on a journey where they might die...

What about Tart, you might ask? But Tart thought he was going to die from his illness soon. When he survived, he decided to travel the world and pursue his dream of becoming an Alchemist.

"...Well, no matter how much I think about it, I won't reach a conclusion."

I sighed and opened the door to the Adventurer's Guild.

***

As usual, we came to the "Forest of Dappled Light" to hunt Orcs and decided to have Titiya use her skills right away. Titiya herself hadn't used her skills since acquiring them, so we needed to test them!

"---Miracle Prayer"

Titiya's clear voice echoed, and angelic wings gently fluttered. The mystical scene was so captivating that I couldn't help but be mesmerized.

The issue is the skill effect, which randomly triggers divine miracles. What kind of effects will we get? How many types are there? Will there be negative effects? There are many things we want to know.

"How is it, Lady Titiya?"

"Um... it seems that attack power will triple for three minutes."

"---Please bring Orcs immediately, Lord Reo!!"

"Yes!"

As soon as we heard Titiya's words, we sprang into action. To make the most of the triple attack power, I picked up a stone and threw it at an Orc. This divine enhancement is too powerful; we have to take them down one after another!

"Go ahead and throw it!"

"Y-Yes!"

We didn't even have time to use the "Goddess's Strike," which doubles attack power. I'll try to use it as much as possible!

Titiya threw a fire bottle at the Orc I lured with a stone. The beautifully arced fire bottle exploded into a massive pillar of fire when it hit the Orc.

"Whoa!"

"Ah!"

"Meow!?"

Our surprised voices overlapped. Triple power, that's amazing. As I marveled, Reo brought two more Orcs. He always has a barrier from "Goddess's Protection."

Since about two minutes have passed, we decided to take a short break after hunting the Orcs Reo brought.

"Lady Titiya!"

"Yes!"

Responding to Reo's call, Titiya threw another fire bottle. This time, I used "Goddess's Strike," making the effect even more devastating.

...That's too powerful, Pope.

After collecting the drop items from the Orcs, I looked at Titiya.

"That's an amazing skill..."

"Y-Yes, I was surprised too..."

Titiya still seemed unsettled, pressing her hands to her chest.

Once she calmed down, we decided to try again. This time, the effect was "Speed +3%."

...It would be helpful for front-line or physical back-line roles, but Titiya doesn't need it. Even though it's a miracle, not all effects are desirable. Further testing showed that physical attack power, defense, barriers, and healing were common effects. The initial triple attack power was indeed a rare miracle.

For now, we decided to test Titiya's miracles when we have some spare time and focus on verifying other skills.

...But should we really use "Final Judgment"? I was hesitant.

...It's fine for someone like me, but Titiya is a pure and innocent child, even if she uses fire bottles to defeat monsters. Is it really right to let her use a skill with such a terrifying name?

Of course, I wouldn't hesitate to use it myself!

While I was seriously pondering, Titiya tugged at the hem of my clothes.

"Sharon, don't look so worried. I'll be fine."

"Lady Titiya..."

Titiya smiled gently to reassure me, and Reo nodded behind her, saying, "I will support you."

...Ugh, I'm being taken care of by Titiya!

"I'm the only one hesitating. ...Okay! Then, please!"

"Yes!"

I slapped my cheeks to get motivated and focused on the target. I could see an Orc a little ahead, which would be perfect.

...This will help us understand the feel of the skill.

So, here comes the meat shield, Reo.

When Reo pinned down the Orc, I asked Tart to throw a potion to weaken it just in case.

This way, we can handle any unexpected situations.

"Lady Titiya, please."

"Yes."

Titiya took a deep breath and focused on the Orc attacking Reo. Her serious eyes seemed fitting for a Pope.

"---Final Judgment!"

Titiya's powerful voice echoed around us.

At the same time, I felt an overwhelming presence, making it hard to breathe. I didn't expect to feel such pressure from using just one skill. In the midst of the slight discomfort, I watched the Orc receive "Final Judgment."

An angel with wings appeared above the Orc. It had wings for ears and wings on its back, truly a divine messenger.

The small angel wielded a massive sword and threw it at the Orc's head.

The moment the sword pierced the Orc, wings sprouted from it, and the Orc was fully healed. Titiya fainted and fell to the ground.

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