chapter.23 A crisis is coming?!
[The rising sun shrouded the vast forest, through this lush forest, through the dense branches, you can see that surrounded by many thorns and roses, stands an ancient castle, the ancient castle seems to be a long time ago, the high gray walls are crawling with dark green vines, so much, they almost surround the windows, and some even drill into the windows, revealing a bit of gloom. 】
Then, the large ball of light that circled around continued
[Then you can see the round towers, with narrow windows, semicircular arches, low cupolas, and door frames protruding from each floor to decorate. The extensive use of columns and vaults of various shapes to achieve a solid, balanced, stable, and saturated aesthetic effect, the narrow windows form a strong contrast with the vast space inside, making the interior of the castle dim and deep, giving people a sense of mystery and darkness. 】
After saying these words that I don't know how to make up, the main god flew in front of Hiiragi and emphasized it in a dissatisfied tone
[However, why is there no such building in the other world described by human beings now?] Even if there were, the heroes were just playing and wasting time in other places, hanging around in ordinary villages, without the slightest hint of fantasy adventure in the Western world. And there are also some guys who use the slogan of "Adventure Fantasy Novel" to 'sell dog meat on the head of a sheep', and in the world of swords and magic, there is 'qi' or something, and martial arts or something is just nonsense, even to a ridiculous extent! Of course, there are also excellent guys who can write works with the taste of "Fantasy". 】
"How considerate of others...... It's better to say that writing is a 'simple' thing, so there are people who want to take on the challenge. It is precisely because of simplicity that people will relax. Don't get the relevant information. Chivalry, aristocratic etiquette in the Western world, and so on. These are all things that need to be understood before you can write them. Figuring it all out isn't that easy. ”
Hiiragi also spread his hands and said helplessly, and then made some additions.
"In addition, people nowadays basically don't seriously compare historical stories and customs, so it doesn't matter if the author 'cheats' the reader, right? For example, the 'Anglo-Spanish Naval Battle', that is, the Spanish 'Armada' vs the British ordinary fleet, the average person will only focus on the victor, not on who is the general and who is the ruler at the time. In fact, it was the coming to power of Queen Elizabeth I that changed things. The execution of Mary I calmed England and allowed it to focus on dealing with the invasion. ”
[Of course I know this, human energy is also limited, but I still can't accept it, I want more interesting fantasy novels! 】
"So you appeared in front of me just to complain about the current world of fiction? How sentimental you are, and aren't other genres of fiction more interesting than fantasy novels? For example, the more popular crossing, has always been popular after that. Palace, the unforgotten dark class. Romantic comedy is also a popular genre. ”
[No, I'm obsessed with fantasy novels now. If I write a fantasy novel as a human being, will I be able to win a big prize and make my debut? 】
What is this guy talking about-Hiiragi can't help but complain like this in his heart.
As the main god, as long as it wants to do that, it can definitely do it, after all, it can be said to be an all-powerful existence.
Originally, Hiiragi also thought that the appearance of the main god would bring some benefits or other information, but I didn't expect it to be just small talk.
Sighing, Hiiragi didn't continue to pay attention to the main god who appeared for no apparent reason, but thought about his next action.
This is the end of the topic of novels, after all, Luo Chuan has his own love, and Hiiragi has recently been biased towards 'everyday' novels.
For example, novels that describe high school youth stories, big teachers, etc.?
For example, a novel that depicts the struggle of another world, Grimgar of Ash and Fantasy?
For example, a sister-controlled novel that describes the life of a writer, if only there was a sister?
All in all, Hiiragi will now focus on the tasks of this world.
However, as the main god said, it seems that ordinary otherworldly novels do not describe the scenery of otherworlds.
Do you want to try to write a story in the future where the protagonist travels to another world and gets a very powerful ability, but only adventures to browse all the wonders of another world?
It's not about defeating the Demon King, it's not about being the strongest, it's just about seeing the most beautiful scenery that doesn't exist in the real world.
In this way, novelists are really a profession that consumes brain cells......
After all, every scene in daily life can be written into a novel.
Hiding from the rain on the platform with a certain girl on a rainy day, being hit by a girl riding a battery car, having to ask the class leader to help him improve his grades because of his poor grades, accidentally catching a girl with almost no weight who fell from the sky, meeting someone who is married in the game and the other party is really a girl, and even a sneeze can be written into a novel...... It's terrifying!
"Well, you don't want to stay here forever, or time will flow very slowly."
[Do you dislike me, the main god? Anyway, I've given you a lot of benefits. 】
"That's not to be denied, but you're causing a lot more trouble than benefits."
Hiiragi also covered his left eye with his hand.
The reason why the red pupil of the left eye does not show is because Hiiragi is also wearing a black contact lens.
However, Hiiragi has also heard that some guys have started to dye their eyes, and they have dyed their eyes with special colors through special means.
Kindness...... Hiiragi didn't have that idea at all.
[Then let's report on the progress of your current mission, the level of adventurers, and whether you have entered the Great Tomb of Nassarik.] 】
"You don't need to report it, you know, it's about to get the real start now. Don't worry about the first task, the second one will take some time. ”
[The duel between the traverser and the traverser really makes me look forward to it, so give me a good performance.] Nangong Hiiragi also. 】
"I'm not what you call an actor on stage. Because I'm not going to stay like this all the time. ”
Hiiragi also has to change his fate.
The Lord God said it a long time ago. Because of one's own ability, there is no 'future'.
But that is only valid for human beings, and does not have a binding effect on beings outside of human beings.
Therefore, it is either to become a demon or to become a god, and Hiiragi also has these two choices.
It sounds quite exaggerated, but Hiiragi still thinks it's very likely.
After all, the ability to control time is equivalent to that of the gods.
[Then goodbye, Nangong Hiiragi. 】
If you can. Hope not to meet again.
Thinking of this, the time of the four weeks began to flow.
Overhead, the clouds were gradually being blown away by the wind, and Hiiragi, who was standing on the street, patted his cheek to cheer himself up.
Now he was walking towards the street where the Adventurer's Guild was located, and Ainz and Nabe were waiting for him.
Nagi is also the first to go out than Hiiragi, so she will arrive first.
Skirting the pothole-filled streets and waterlogged streets, Hiiragi also entered through the main entrance and found that it was still lively.
As a gathering place for adventurers in the city, a large number of adventurers submit quests and recruit companions here.
Located in the corner. I saw Anz, Nabe, and Nagi.
Hiiragi also told Anz yesterday about the 'suspect' who killed [Dark Sword].
Through his own magic and other means, Ainz was able to locate the 'suspect'. There is no time to investigate.
No, these are just statements, and Hiiragi thinks that Ainz has figured out what is happening now.
Although the two sides are not enemies, they are not allies either, so the exchange of information or something is just a superficial formality, and both Hiiragi and Ainz have something to hide.
"Koya, Nabe-chan and Mr. Ainz have already arrived, what are you doing in the room?"
"I just collected my thoughts and went to buy a saber."
Hiiragi also sat down next to Nagi as she spoke.
Hearing Nagi call herself that, a hint of displeasure appeared on Nabe's expressionless face.
It's just that Anz had told him not to attract attention before, so Nabe suppressed her murderous aura and displeasure.
Xiao Nai is really a guy who has been taught many times...... Such a style should at least be a little more restrained......
"Do you have specific information about those people?"
"Yes, Mr. Anz, after all, they've been operating in or around Lantier."
"So they are ......"
Hiiragi also said some information about the two people.
Anyway, judging from Anz's tone, he already had the corresponding information, and he just wanted to test Hiiragi.
Both parties can lie, but they must not be malicious and deliberately frame the other party.
First of all, the enemy who stepped into the heroic level, Clementine, by the way, nicknamed Funny Sister......
Then there is the mage Khajiit, who is able to summon magic using necromancers.
As the saying goes, hateful people must have pity, and these two people also have special places, but they provoke the most unprovoked people.
"I see, then we shouldn't let them stay in this world."
"Lord Ainz...... I'm going to kill them. ”
"No, I'm going to go with me, the opponent is not so easy to deal with, and I want to practice."
"I see."
The decision was made, and they acted now.
But at this time, Clementine and Khajitt, who were enemies, took the lead in starting their own plans.
Rantir suddenly rang the alarm bell, and the adventurers in the guild became agitated, and the staff began to investigate the cause of the situation.
Without nonsense, Ainz left the guild directly with Nabe and walked in the direction of the bell.
"Koya."
"Of course we have to keep up, after all, we also have to become the highest level adventurers, so we must make meritorious contributions in this crisis."
Xiao Na nodded, and the two followed behind Anz.
Along the way, the windows and doors of the houses were closed, and the bright neighborhoods were replaced by darkness.
The soldiers stationed there were not far away, some of them standing on top of the city walls, observing the situation below.
"Hey! Who are you! ”
After stopping Anz and the others, one of the garrison soldiers who was the captain blocked the way, saw the adventurer nameplates hanging around the necks of the four people.
"Silver and Mithril level adventurers...... You'd better run away quickly, this situation can't be solved by the adventurers of stainless steel! ”
"So what's going on?"
Ainz looked at the captain in front of him, and the soldiers of the castle tower shouted at this moment
"Captain! Do you want to retreat! There are too many undead! A few of us can't defend against it at all! ”
“…… Retreat, no! Here is the last line of defense! If we run away, you know the consequences! ”
"But!"
"Hold on no matter what!"
Ainz heard their conversation and jumped straight from the spot.
"Just stay here, and leave it to me."
"Hey! You're ...... alone! ”
While the Captain of the Soldiers spoke, Ainz rushed directly towards the army of the undead.
Hiiragi also asked Nagi to stay here with Nabe, and he himself jumped through the iron gate that was used as a blockade.
"That silver-medal adventurer, don't go to death!"
Ignoring the Captain's advice, Hiiragi pulled out the saber he had just bought.
This knife is worth 10 gold coins, and the owner said that it is a weapon with a magic buff such as precision magic and attribute enhancement magic.
Of course, Hiiragi doesn't want these additional buffs, as long as it's hard, it's enough.
"Mr. Ainz, I'm here to help too."
"I'm not going to protect you."
Of course I do.
Hiiragi also rushed forward, his drawn saber glittering silver in the moonlight, and he easily shredded the undead as he swung it.
Compared to this army of the undead, Hiiragi also felt that he needed to be aware of the 'accidental' attack that Ainz might take.
But this time there was no such accident, and the giant sword that Ainz wielded was like a destruction cannon, smashing and tearing the front of the enemy in front of him.
Hiiragi also continued to slash and carve out a path.
But there are so many that even a ranged attack won't work.
The undead cannot be killed.
Unless they are completely chopped, they will slowly recover.
"Magic ......"
Ainz waved his hand, and a green light suddenly appeared on his body, so Ainz was ignored by the undead and focused all his attention on Hiiragi.
"At least help me."
"The enemy is in front, and they handed it over, Mr. Nangong."
Ainz put his right hand to his ear and ordered Nabe, who was on standby
"Nabe, go search for nearby caves and places to live, and see if Enfirea is here."
Then, Ainz dropped Hiiragi and went deep into the enemy line.
Trouble.
Hiiragi also realized that if this continued, all the credit might go to Ainz.
Even if it wasn't, it would be difficult for Hiiragi to leap to a level like steel.
"We need to change the status quo." (To be continued.) )