After reporting on our trip, we decided to train with Kazuki and Mr./Ms. Furana and moved to the training ground on the castle grounds.

When I went to the training ground with Amako, Nea, Kazuki, and Mr./Ms. Furana, fortunately there were no people there.

It must be a time when the other knights Mr./Ms. not training. It was convenient to be able to train spaciously without worrying about the surroundings.

 

"What kind of training does Kazuki always do?"

"Muscle training, sword swinging, and basic magic training."

 

When I asked Kazuki, who was doing the preparatory exercises with me, I got a surprising answer in a way.

I was a little surprised to see that he had a surprisingly solid training.

 

"According to Welsey, the quickest way is to work on the basics! It seems to be."

"Is it the basis of magic......

 

I learned healing magic almost entirely by guts, so I don't really understand the basics of magic.

…… There may be something to be gained from training with Kazuki today.

 

"What kind of training did Usato?"

"What? As for me...... I'm just running and working out."

"Amako, let's say something, don't we?"

"yes, it's pretty much different inside."

 

It's noisy, the little animals in the back.

He glared at Amako and Nea sitting in the fields under the shade of the trees.

 

"Well, then you're the same as me! No, it's about Usato, so you're training harder than I am!"

"Oh, I guess so......

 

It's kind of embarrassing.

Hey, back! I hear you! Kazuki isn't brainwashed!

As I silently pushed behind me so as not to be noticed by Kazuki, Kazuki called out to Mr./Ms. Furana next to me.

 

"Furana, are you not feeling well?"

"Huh!? yes, I'm fine."

「…… Really? If you don't feel well, ask Usato——"

"I'm fine! I'm so energetic that I want to start running right now!?"

"Oh, yes?"

 

Mr./Ms. Fulana looked up and started stomping her feet with a big smile, and Kazuki was surprised.

However, she quickly blushed at what she said and smiled wryly at her for looking down, and then Kazuki quietly spoke to me.

 

"I've only only known Usato, so maybe I'm having trouble with my sense of distance."

"What?"

"She didn't know the outside world, in a good way or a bad way, and I think she's scared of what she doesn't know."

 

In other words, does Mr./Ms. have some kind of weakness for me?

It's a bit of a shock, but considering the reaction when I first met him, there are some passages that come to mind.

 

"So what are we going to do......

"It's okay as usual, because even if you try to be weird, you'll end up finding out about Usato by mistake. Is that something...... I don't like it either."

 

Kazuki laughs shyly, suppressing what is rising up.

Lately, I've been treated a lot of people who don't even treat me like a human being, so this kind of interaction feels refreshing.

When I was inwardly impressed, Kazuki, who had finished the preparatory exercise, continued to call out.

 

"Okay, I've finished my preparatory exercises and I'd like to get into training, but what are you going to do, Usato? I'm sorry to have you adjust to my training......

"How about magic training?" I also have my own thoughts about magic."

 

Or rather, since the battle with Koga, I've only been thinking about combat-oriented techniques.

This is a place to go back to the beginning...... No, you can't go back to the beginning. That would take me back to the time when I was in a training hell where I kept healing myself.

It's like searching for a new frontier, and it's also a good idea to face your healing magic again.

 

"Is it magic, is that okay with Flana?"

"I don't care."

 

Kazuki gets Mr./Ms.'s consent and steps into the training ground.

I follow him to a large area where I can practice magic.

In the training ground, there are targets used for practicing magic and bows and arrows, and the size is moderate, so it seems that you can use magic to your heart's content.

 

"Let's show each other's magic first, if we don't know each other's magic, we won't be able to train."

"That's right, then I'll show you the magic first."

 

Kazuki nodded at Mr./Ms.'s words and moved about ten meters away from me.

 

「…… Okay, let's do it."

 

Kazuki took a slow, deep breath as his hands erupted with white magic.

The faint glowing magic power like a firefly gradually formed into magic bullets the size of a dozen ping-pong balls, floating fluffily on his hands.

Kazuki looked up at the sky without looking at his hands, and fired a volley of magic bullets in his palm.

The magic bullets that are launched are arranged in circles and star shapes in the air, and each one moves like a different creature, forming various shapes.

 

「……」

 

What's amazing about this is that Kazuki looks up at the sky and literally doesn't seem to be doing anything.

I'm just looking at the sky, my hands are down, and I don't have any strength on my shoulders.

As if to make it a matter of course, he manipulates more than a dozen magic bullets as if they were his own hands and feet.

As I was involuntarily fascinated, Nea, transformed into an owl, jumped onto my shoulder.

 

"After all, heroes have extraordinary strength, even though I knew at first glance that they were different from ordinary people...... This is really not human work."

"Is that the case from your point of view?"

"yes, I'm a monster in a different way than you."

 

I'm Mr./Ms. allowed to treat Kazuki as a monster anyway.

As she protested to Nea on her shoulder, Mr./Ms. Furana called out to Kazuki.

 

"You're as beautiful as ever, Kazuki's magic."

"Hmm? Oh I see? From my point of view, it's just dangerous magic."

 

Kazuki answers Mr./Ms. Fulana.

His gaze remains fixed in mid-air, but even if he speaks normally, the movement of the magic bullet is not disturbed at all.

It's not about concentration or anything like that anymore.

As I was admiring it, Kazuki spoke to me with a huffed expression. His expression seems to be somewhat nervous.

 

"What's up, Usato? My magic."

"No, no, I can't find the words to describe it other than amazing...... Right! Can you manipulate magic naturally?"

 

I find myself getting excited without even being on the handle.

Kazuki, who shyly held his head down at my reaction, returned the magic bullet that was moving above his head to his hand.

 

"What I'm conscious of when working with magic is to be natural."

"Be natural?"

"Ah, it's not like you're 'manipulating' magic, it's like 'moving' it like your hands and feet."

 

Saying this, he combined the multiple magic bullets in his palm to form an elaborate sword.

 

"Wealthy described this technology as a 'new form of magic,' but it's not that big of a deal...... Hahaha"

 

If lineage enhancement is the mystery of magic, then Kazuki's is a form of mastering magic manipulation.

He has the qualities of a hero, and the skills he has acquired by earnestly pursuing the basics.

…… It's really cool.

 

"What else can you do with that technique?"

"Strengthen it with a sword, or surround and launch the enemy...... I can do a lot of things."

"It's not so much a lot, it's everything," he said, "and I still remember the guy who killed the entourage of the gluttonous monster in an instant in a fit of rage. Well, my arm was covered in scars because of it......

"Oh, don't say that in front of Usato! I wasn't supposed to use it in such a dangerous way!"

 

It seems that if you want to do it, you can do some pretty nasty things.

However, did Kazuki let his anger get the better of him and attack? There doesn't seem to be any scars left on his injured arm...... It must have been a pretty tough situation.

 

"What did Kazuki do then? Mr./Ms. Furana."

"I had a light spell on my left arm and I just let it go, it wasn't like Kazuki's usual magic, but it really shined."

 

Unleash magical powers.

That's not surprising in itself, but the problem is that Kazuki's light magic hurt him as a user.

There are ...... possible possibilities.

 

"Kazuki, did you use lineage enhancement?"

"Oh, oh...... Yep, that's right. I was still practicing, but I was in danger if I didn't use it......."

"No, I'm not angry, because I'm more dangerous when it comes to strengthening the lineage. From what I can see, there doesn't seem to be any scars on his arms, so I'm relieved."

"Usato ......"

 

I'm not in a position to say anything about strengthening the system.

Rather, he is sure to be on the receiving end of anger.

 

"I knew you were doing something dangerous."

"That's right, Usato is doing worse things."

 

What's the big deal? I don't know because there are too many of them.

As I ignored the words of the small animals on my shoulder and behind me, Mr./Ms. spoke to me.

 

"Could it be that Usato can use the system enhancement?"

"I can use it, but my lineage enhancement isn't that powerful, it's more of a healing power, so I don't have any attack power."

"I'm going to hit you instead."

 

With a smile on his face, he turned behind him and fired a healing finger bullet, but Amako, who had been in the shade of the tree earlier, had already moved to a place about ten meters away from me.

The tiny magic bullet that was released came off.

C'mon, out of range?

 

"What's the matter?" Suddenly he turned his back and ......."

「…… Hahaha, nothing."

 

I laugh at Mr./Ms. Frana, who is surprised by my sudden action.

I didn't know that he would use precognitive magic to read my movements and then stir me up...... Don't do it, Amako.

 

"I've shown you my magic for now, but what do you do next?"

"Oh, next time I'll show Usato my magic, because after Usato, it won't be interesting."

"I don't think so......

 

Mr./Ms. Flana took a step forward and showed me both palms as if to show me.

Purple magic is released from his palms, enveloping his arms.

 

"Purple magic? Don't see it for ...... first time."

"It's a little weird, it doesn't seem to be a magic used for offense somehow."

 

Nea and I will give our impressions.

 

"My lineage magic is an illusion, a magic that allows me to show visions to others."

"Do you show visions, which are the magical ...... that you show to people who make eye contact?"

"Ahaha, it's not that powerful, but it's more useful, my illusion magic shows visions to anyone who is attacked by my magic."

"Hmm? Hmm?"

 

Showing visions to those who have been magically attacked?

You know what I mean, but I don't know.

It's a little frustrating that Nea is reacting as if she understands something.

 

"Aha, you're kind of confused, then——"

"Oh, hey, Furana!"

 

Just as Kazuki was about to stop me, Mr./Ms. Furana put her hand on my shoulder.

At that moment, magic flows from her, and something like a figure appears in front of her...... Before, scrape away.

 

「…… Yeah? Something came out, but it's gone, isn't it?"

"Didn't you see that?"

"The shadow appeared for a moment, but it disappeared immediately."

"Hmm? It's funny...... If you're defenseless, it's easy to get ......."

 

Did you suddenly try to show me a vision? I don't mind giving you illusions, but I wanted you to say a few words.

It's like showing a vision to someone who touches the purple magic.

But why didn't I take it?

As she wonders, Nea speaks to Mr./Ms. Frana, who is dismayed in a stunned voice.

 

"It's just that his mental power is a monster, at least in normal times he can nullify normal mental attacks."

"Hey, why are you so mentally strong? This person!?"

"I didn't care if I was attacked by a hundred souls, and I don't think personal visions work anymore."

 

Kazuki crossed his arms as if impressed by Nea's words.

 

"It's amazing. I was so surprised when they first beat me......"

"Kazuki, notice! Normal people don't unconsciously resist mental attacks!"

"You mean Usato is better than normal? That's how much of a mess you're in, and it's not funny."

"What is this abnormal trust!? I'm a little scared, Kazuki!"

 

Mr./Ms. Furana, who is slightly teary-eyed, protests, but Kazuki only tilts his head.

I didn't think that a psychic attack from the souls of Samarian would help me here.

 

"Mr./Ms. Furana, I'm sorry."

"And I'm going to show you a vision anyway, right? Don't be defensive, just relax."

"Wow, I get it......

 

I don't think it's often that you can be relaxed to show a vision.

I took a deep breath and calmed myself down, and a black figure appeared in front of me again. As my figure slowly becomes clearer, I have a bad premonition and call out to Mr./Ms. Frana, who is desperately trying to cast a spell on me.

 

"By the way, what vision are you trying to show?"

"Well, what's the scariest thing you can think of?"

 

Dreadful? Osoroshii ......?

After remembering the evil dragon, the ghost, the dragon man Karon Mr./Ms., and Koga, the moment the figure in front of me was about to turn into a long-haired woman, my protective instinct kicked in.

 

"Nhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh

"Oh! My magic has been drowned out again!"

 

Before the figure in front of him exposes his full appearance, he puts his whole body into energy and drowns out the illusion.

 

"Why are you resisting!?"

"My body refused to see ...... vision."

"Wow, I sent all my magic into it...... Is this person really human......?"

 

I'm confident that I can still keep my composure with dragons and ghosts, but not Rose.

Moreover, the vision I was about to see was definitely Rose, who was on the verge of being serious.

 

"Usato, why don't you do it with a vision? It's not that good."

"Nea, what would you do if a serious leader suddenly appeared in front of you?"

"I'm sorry, I can't help it."

 

Above all, he seemed to understand.

He nods yes to Nea, whose face is blue.

For the time being, I decided to cheer up Mr./Ms., who was losing confidence, with Kazuki and ask her to show me another vision.

The vision I was shown is my favorite thing.

What did you get out of it...... Yes, I found that the training was ingrained in my deep consciousness. I didn't expect that the tools used for training and the burlin would appear.

 

"So, at the end of the day, it's my turn, it's a little low-key, but I think I'll try to strengthen the lineage."

 

The goal is to shorten the time it takes for the system to be activated.

The shorter the time it takes to activate, the more you can compensate for the disadvantage of strengthening the healing magic lineage, which is the loss of healing power against yourself.

 

"Eh, that's plain for Usato, why don't you show off that new trick that doubts common sense?"

"...... a new trick that questions common sense?"

 

Mr./Ms. Fulana shook her shoulders and stepped back, perhaps hearing Nea's words.

No, no, if you put out a healing fist here, there is a possibility that not only Mr./Ms. but also Kazuki will be pulled out.

Smile at Nea on her shoulder.

 

"Nea, if you say too much, I'll get you involved in the training."

"Yes! Shut up!"

 

You just need to know.

After nailing Nea, he turns to Kazuki and Mr./Ms. Furana.

 

"Okay, then I'll try to strengthen the lineage."

"To be honest, it's the first time I've seen the system enhancement up close, and I haven't seen the wielder on the road."

"Oh, yes, I'll show you as much as I want if it's okay with me."

 

I have to be a role model for Kazuki's lineage to be stronger.

With that in mind, I was about to focus my attention on activating the system reinforcement when I suddenly turned my attention outside the training ground.

I felt like a familiar voice was calling my name.

 

"Hmm?"

"Woosa-to-kun!"

 

The next moment, a light and shock swept in front of us, mistaking it for lightning.

I understood "who it was" from the shadows that I could barely follow with my eyes, and I was more convinced than surprised.

 

"Senior, can't you come a little quieter......?"

"It was ruined the moment it came out! It's okay if you're a little more surprised!"

 

The senior who appeared while deflecting an electric shock ran up to me while being frightened by my reaction.

The people behind him and the nea on his shoulders seem to be speechless at the sudden appearance of his senior. To be honest, I'm also surprised by the flashy appearance of my seniors.

It looked and felt like it was literally moving "like lightning".

 

"When I asked for the rescue team, I was surprised to hear that Usato-kun was coming to the castle, and if he came, he could tell me......

"That doesn't mean you don't have to appear like this......

"I didn't think Usato-kun was staying in a certain position, so I rushed over."

 

It's not like I'm here.

That? I wonder if people think I'm always on the move during the day.

 

"So, what are you guys doing here?"

Kazuki's suggestion was that we should train together in magic...... Will your seniors also participate?"

"Yes!"

 

Wow, so smiling.

While smiling bitterly at her senior, the four of us, including her, decided to train.

In fact, it hadn't even started yet, so it may have been just the right timing for the seniors to come.

 

"Suzune, how did you get here? It looked like I was being enveloped in some kind of electric shock......

"Hmm? yes, it came with my new technique, or more like my fighting style."

"Combat, style?"

"I came up with the reference to the Thunder Beast, but instead of controlling the Thunder, I use the lightning itself to strengthen myself, even though it's still unfinished and can only be used for about ten seconds."

"Is that from the rescue team to here?" I think it was quite a distance......

"You can run that distance with ease! Don't let Usato-kun escape!"

 

I just don't want to be told that while being given a thumbs up.

Or rather, even though it is limited to 10 seconds, he has acquired a tremendous skill. What's more, I don't know what to say that it was created with reference to ...... thunder beast.

 

"That's cool."

"Oh yes! Probably! I'm secretly calling it 'Demon Outfit Thunder Beast Mode', but what do you think!?"

"That's great!"

"Do you understand? Kurmia would have laughed at me with my nose!"

 

- Senpai's sense is too explosive, isn't ......?

How can you come up with such a cool name, such as Demon Armor or Thunder Beast Mode?

Hats off to that naming sense......

 

"Kazuki, I didn't expect Suzune ......."

"Oh, do you understand? Actually, it is."

"Hey, that sparrow...... It's a little surprising."

 

Mr./Ms. Furana looks deeply emotional while looking at me for some reason, Kazuki watches over me and my seniors with warm eyes, and Nea and Amako turn around and look at me with cold eyes.

While being exposed to such a gaze, I greatly enjoyed my daily life with my friends who I had not seen in a long time.

 

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Suzune: "It's my own talent that's terrifying!"

 

It is a god story that has almost nothing to do with the main story.

 

This time, the results of Kazuki and Suzune's journey (?) It's like the unveiling of.

Suzune has developed a way of handling magic on her own similar to that of some former legion commander, and Kazuki has reached new ground after continuing to master the basics.

 

Furana's phantom magic is actually quite nasty magic.

However, it was just that the person I called was hopelessly bad (bitter)