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Chapter 84: Transfer Stone Registration Work Part 2

I moved Hayate over to Kannami-san, who was attracting as much attention as a top idol.

"It's been a while, Kannami-san."

"Oh, my, it's SS-san. It's been a while. We can really talk now, can't we?"

I exchange greetings with Kannami-san. Come to think of it, this is the first time meeting members of Kokushi Musou through Hayate. Shinonome-san didn't seem to mind, but we definitely didn't talk back then.

"Yes, thanks to you, I'm able to talk now. Thank you for everything today."

"Yes, likewise. Let's get started right away."

Kannami-san turned around and headed into the dungeon entrance. I hurriedly followed with Hayate. By the way, the people who had been gathered around watched this scene unfold, then let out a collective breath before dispersing.

Kannami-san was waiting for me in front of the Transfer Stone. In the dim lighting, she's illuminated by the Transfer Stone's light, appearing quite mystical. A beauty like a painting. No wonder she's so popular.

I land Hayate in front of Kannami-san.

"Then, if you'll excuse me."

Kannami-san gently lifted Hayate. Oh, the camera angle is...

While Kannami-san was using the Transfer Stone, I waited trying to be as conscious of the screen as possible.

〈Registered the 10th floor of Mouse Park Dungeon〉

Thanks to Kannami-san bringing Hayate close, registration of the 10th floor was complete. Continuing at that pace, we proceed to register the 20th floor, 30th floor. Since Kokushi Musou's members have registered up to the 30th floor of this dungeon, this is where we end.

By the way, this dungeon has considerable difficulty and hasn't been cleared yet. Kokushi Musou's highest is the 32nd floor, and beyond that, apparently no one has reached yet. In other words, if I go down those stairs, there's a whole bunch of opponents who would give even Kokushi Musou trouble.

That's interesting. With my Hayate, there's no problem even if it gets destroyed, so it's well-suited for exploration, right? Well, Nishikyo-san is waiting at Inubosaki Tower Dungeon right now, so I'll save that for next time.

"Then, let's return to the first floor. I can't fight, so I shouldn't stay here too long."

No monsters can invade the space with the Transfer Stone. Even so, the presence of strong monsters probably drifts up from beneath the stairs. Kannami-san is trembling a little. In that case, it's probably best to retreat from here immediately.

After watching Kannami-san transfer, I also returned to the first floor with Hayate.

"Thank you for today. Here, a small token of appreciation."

"Oh, my, the reward for this time is coming from the Dungeon Agency, but it looks so delicious I'll accept it."

I handed Kannami-san one of Mom's special sandwiches. I can't give it through Asahi, so I included the portion for Kitora-san, who's at the Blue Brick Warehouse Dungeon, with it. Kannami-san is staring really intently at the sandwich, but she'll definitely give it to Kitora-san properly, right?

While worrying about that, I sent Hayate toward Inubosaki Tower Dungeon.

Meanwhile, Asahi, which was proceeding in parallel, had arrived at the Blue Brick Warehouse Dungeon in Yokohama. Kitora-san should be waiting there.

Kitora-san was leaning back against the wall beside the dungeon entrance, arms crossed. His appearance was incredibly rugged and cool. Just like other Kokushi Musou members, a crowd had gathered around him.

Since I can't have conversation here, I float Asahi in front of Kitora-san and flash the light twice.

"You're here. Let's go."

With only that greeting, Kitora-san immediately starts moving. This person is quite individualistic too.

Here, only the 10th floor is registered, so we start from the 20th floor. Kitora-san grabs Asahi in one hand with a vice-like grip and activates the Transfer Stone. This person doesn't seem to have bad intentions, but his handling of Asahi is rough...

The Kitora-san who transferred to the 20th floor immediately tries to transfer to the 30th floor. I hurriedly have Asahi register.

〈Registered the 20th floor of Blue Brick Warehouse Dungeon〉

Just in time! Things are getting quite thrilling!

The me who transferred to the 30th floor immediately attempts to register with Asahi.

"Then I'm leaving."

Fast!? Will it make it!?

〈Registered the 30th floor of Blue Brick Warehouse Dungeon〉

Whoosh

Whoa, that was close. Even though I prepared in advance, it was still close. As expected of an A-rank explorer, that swift movement is in another league. But, he didn't have to show off that kind of timing, did he?

Even as I thought that, the back-and-forth at the wire was actually pretty fun. Unfortunately, Asahi doesn't have Storage function, so I've already given Kannami-san Kitora-san's portion of the sandwich. I hope he eats it later.

I flash the light five times, sending a "thank you" signal.

"No, thank you instead."

With only that murmur, Kitora-san walked away. From start to finish, he was cool and rugged.

Now, only the last one, Inubosaki Tower Dungeon, remains. Hayate has already arrived there.

"I'm counting on you today."

"Oh, SS-san! Thanks to you filming us, I made tons of money! Plus fan club members shot up way up! This is all thanks to you! Thanks!"

This one is quite talkative. The complete opposite of Kitora-san.

"You too, thank you for everything back then."

"I heard from Gaia! Your mom got better, didn't she! That's great isn't it! So next, when are you gonna film us again? No wait, just become our exclusive cameraman already!"

I say one thing, and he gives me ten back. Is this what you call the talent of an A-rank explorer?

"Well then, since people have gathered, shall we go inside?"

He's incredibly talkative, but Kokushi Musou's popularity is definitely real, as people keep gathering here too. No, rather, it seems his loud talking is what's drawing people in.

"Okay, let's wrap this up quick! We've only registered up to the 20th floor here! Ah, right, this is your last stop, right? Since we're here anyway, want to go check out the floors ahead? The monsters here aren't that strong, so let's explore the 21st floor for about an hour! While you film my heroic figure!"

No, no, I thought he was going to say something wild, but it's actually an invitation to explore. I was going to politely refuse, but wait a minute. Rather, isn't this actually a chance?

I can see Nishikyo-san, who has top-class ability even in Japan, fighting up close, and I can actually see the monsters on the 21st floor of this Inubosaki Tower Dungeon. I have time, and since it's a rare opportunity, maybe I'll take up the invitation.

"If you don't mind, I'd appreciate it!"

"Okay, that's what I like to hear! Then, let's go right away!"

Registration completed safely, and as promised, I moved to the 20th floor together with Nishikyo-san. While feeling somewhat nervous about whether I can keep up with Nishikyo-san's movement, I follow.

Nishikyo-san descends the stairs with light footsteps. This dungeon is the type where you go down a tower. The ground is grassland, but surrounded by walls. It's very wide, so you can't see the walls from here.

I fixed the camera and followed after Nishikyo-san. A once-in-a-lifetime chance—I'll film Nishikyo-san's fighting style and make it material for future growth!

"Alright, am I on camera properly?"

Nishikyo-san waves at the camera.

"Yes, your cool figure is showing, Nishikyo-san."

"Haha, last time Shizuka made fun of me for talking to a camera with no response, but this time I got a proper answer back!"

Ah, right, Nishikyo-san was talking to Asahi, which has no Call function, back then too.

"Then this time, follow me? Let's go!"

Saying that, Nishikyo-san's figure... didn't disappear. I quickly turned the camera to the right to follow Nishikyo-san's back. Last time, I couldn't see the movement at all, so I responded by pulling back the camera, but this time I was able to properly follow with my eyes.

Even though I'm only level 11, it seems my physical abilities have definitely improved. Feeling my own growth, I feel a bit happy.

"Found one!"

The high-speed moving Nishikyo-san seems to have found his prey. That's a Bark Wolf. It should have a skill that hinders the opponent's movement with a fierce roar.

"Come forth, Silver Spear!"

Probably not necessary to say out loud, but perhaps concerned about how it looks on camera, Nishikyo-san creates his weapon with voice. However, no matter when I see it, it's cool.

GROAR

The Bark Wolf that noticed Nishikyo-san approaching with incredible momentum immediately uses its roar skill, but—

"Not effective! Obviously!"

Debuff-type skills like this often don't work against opponents of higher rank. As expected, Nishikyo-san, who is higher in both rank and level, doesn't change his movement in the slightest. Rather, he further increased his speed and thrust out his spear maintaining that momentum.

BASH!

A sharp thrust opened a hole in the Bark Wolf's torso. One hit against a D-rank monster. Perhaps because I've been filming F-rank and E-rank explorers lately, seeing Nishikyo-san's one-hit attack after such a long time made me keenly realize how amazing it is.

"Going to the next one!"

The Nishikyo-san who defeated the Bark Wolf, without slowing down at all, turned at almost a right angle and charged into a group of three Bark Wolves ahead. Somehow I'm managing to keep up without falling behind, but it's like an F1 race.

"Triple Thrust!"

Oh, is this perhaps a Spear Wielder's skill!? I couldn't get very close back then so I didn't notice, but when he says it out loud like this, it's easy to understand!

I don't understand the principle behind it, but three Bark Wolves were defeated simultaneously without any motion of pulling back the spear. He said "Triple," but isn't he stabbing them almost at the same time?

"I don't hold back on showing my skills! I won't tell you to keep them secret, so make sure you film them properly!"

As expected of an A-rank explorer. There are many people who don't really want to show their own skills, but he doesn't seem to mind at all.

Come to think of it, those two from Indomitable the other day also said it was fine to stream their skills without hiding them. I have many admirable explorers around me. I'll make these people's actions my reference. By all means, I won't become that guy who keeps failing the explorer exam.

After that, I filmed Nishikyo-san mowing through the 21st floor of Inubosaki Tower Dungeon for about an hour, and successfully completed registration of Transfer Stones at all four locations.