CH 36

Chapter 36 – Special Enhancement

On the beach, there were multiple footprints. When looking out to the sea, there was a faint outline of a ship. It seemed that they came on that wooden ship. Although they fled with their tail between their legs, they declared that they would bring the “Knight Commander” next time.

If that were to happen, the existence of the island might be at stake. In order not to be attacked easily, I first need to collect “materials”.

I returned to the house again and went to the living room.

I gathered everyone together and held an emergency meeting.

“――So, just now, a Holy Knight from the Dvorak Empire finally came to find me. If we just continue to sit and watch, there will be nothing but destruction. So, I have decided to collect materials efficiently to increase our defense power.”

“Yes, Rasty-san!”

Skor energetically raised her hand.

Even after being taken hostage twice in a row, she seemed quite lively. I’m concerned about her mental state, but maybe she’s the type who doesn’t care or is used to it?

“What is it, Skor?”

“May I ask Havamar-san a question?”

Skor turned towards Havamar. Havamar, who was lazily lounging on the slime cushion, turned around, wondering what was going on. Oh, right, she didn’t come out at all earlier. I’ll have to question her later.

“…Muu, you have a question for me?”

“Yes, Havamar-san. Can I get something like Rasty-san’s “Gale Tulle”? I think it would help with collecting materials.”

“Hmm… Skor’s suggestion makes sense. However, “Gale Tulle” is a unique and special weapon that there is only one of it in the world. Only my big brother can wield it.”

“Really…”

“It’s too early to be discouraged. The key point is to collect as many ‘materials’ as possible.”

Havamar, who was flicking her cat ears back and forth, looked at me.

“What is it, Havamar?”

“Well, I apologize for not being able to help you. But please understand my position. After all, I am recognized by the world as the Demon Lord… It’s not good for me to show my face.”

So that’s the reason.

Certainly, the Holy Knights thoroughly dislike the Demon Lord, and view her as an enemy. If Havamar were to show herself, they wouldn’t give up until they kill him.

“I understand that. So, can you do something about the materials?”

“…As an apology up until now, I will specially ‘refine’ Gale Tulle. Please forgive me with that.”

“Hee, refining Gale Tulle.”

“Yes. Weapons can be ‘refined’. Normally, we use a mineral item called ‘Zetanium’ and ask a blacksmith to refine it. But there’s also a risk of failure and the item disappearing.”

“W-wait… I’ll be in trouble if the Gale Tulle is destroyed.”

“Don’t worry. This time it’s a special service.”

She asked me to lend her Gale Tulle and I reluctantly handed it over.

“D-don’t break it.”

“I won’t, I won’t. Now then… clang clang”

Suddenly, Gale Tulle made a metallic sound. Five times, in fact.

“W-what happened?”

“Here, it’s complete. Take it, big brother.”

[+5 Gale Tulle]

[Attack Power: 60]

[Effect]

An all-purpose pickaxe used by the spear god. Unlike normal pickaxes, it has no “Durability” value. It can gather about 25-50 pieces of specific materials at once.

① Can cut down trees.

② Can collect stones.

③ Can collect soil.

The obtained materials are automatically stored in the item box. If the weight exceeds the limit, the pickaxe cannot be used.

[Item Box Weight: 5000]

“W-what the heck?!”

“It’s greatly enhanced!!”