Reincarnated Devil's Strongest Hero Training Plan ~The baby he picked up has grown up so well that his father is confused~ - Chapter 58
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Reincarnated Devil’s Strongest Hero Training Plan ~The baby he picked up has grown up so well that his father is confused~
Chapter 58 Enemy cannibalism, disturbing signs
After enduring a day and a half of jolting in the carriage, we finally arrived at our destination. Gathered in front of the shrine were my father, mother, Gaius, and our usual companions who had accompanied us.
“Well then, off you go, Ars. Don’t worry, even if there are a few mid-level demonkin, with your current strength, they’re not opponents you can’t handle. Do your best.”
“Yes, Father! With the power of my comrades, I’ll give it my all!”
Speaking of mid-level demonkin, I’ve heard that even Gaius could manage to take them on one-on-one if they’re particularly strong individuals. Even now, I’d likely struggle considerably against one alone.
But that’s only if I were alone. I have everyone here supporting me, my reliable best friend, Ein, the spirited Isha who always rises to the occasion, and most importantly, Hades.
Of course, there’s still some apprehension, but I’ve already decided—I’ll see this adventure through to the end without anyone missing, no matter what, Father.
That’s my determination.
No matter what circumstances arise, I won’t allow myself to lose precious comrades in a place like this. No matter how strong the demonkin are, no matter how much we’re at a disadvantage, I will absolutely return alive. With my strength, I should be able to do it.
Because that’s how it is, right? I’m the only son recognized by my invincible Father Kakyu. There’s no way I can’t do it.
“Ah, that’s the spirit… But don’t let your guard down until the end. In adventures, you never know what might happen. Perhaps, stronger enemies than you imagine might appear.”
“Yeah, I understand, Father. I’ll act while considering that possibility.”
“Hahaha! You worry too much, old man. Do you really think a mere mid-level demonkin can stand against Hades-sama here? I’ll crush them all at once.”
Well, I think that’s a bit too careless, Hades. Father is probably advising to stay calm and oversee the situation, especially at times like this.
Hades may be powerful and adorable, but he’s a bit too cocky. On the other hand, Ein and Isha seem to have tightened up their demeanor, perhaps reflecting on their previous experiences.
Well, with everyone like this, we should be able to complement each other. I’m sure we’ll be fine.
After exchanging words with everyone for a while, we bid farewell to my worried mother, Gaius who’s rallying himself just like Father, and the knights who are expecting a report on mission success, and proceeded towards the shrine dungeon.
“Hmm, I always thought there might be caves continuing from behind the shrine, but the interior is surprisingly spacious, isn’t it? It’s curious, don’t you think, Ein?”
“Yeah, that’s true… Well, Ars, it’s not like your knowledge differs much from mine, but I’ve heard rumors that dungeons are considered to be different dimensions. Perhaps it’s something along those lines?”
Ah, I see. Indeed, I vaguely remember hearing something similar from Father in the past.
I learned in my elementary studies at the age of seven that the demon realm, where demons dwell, exists in a different dimension from this land and functions as a kind of separate world.
Perhaps this dungeon was also created by demons, so it must have a similar deep connection to a different dimension.
But wait, that’s strange…
If we assume this story is true, then who exactly were the demons with enough power to create a different dimension, in other words, a dungeon? Creating a dungeon on the surface seems impossible without significantly powerful demons. Mid-level demons, which we can handle collectively, shouldn’t be capable of such a thing.
Or perhaps there are other conditions at play? Or maybe the information is skewed…?
Something doesn’t add up…
I feel like I’m overlooking something important.
And it seems Hades had the same opinion.
“Hey, something’s off here. There’s no way mere mid-level demons could create a dimensional space of this scale. This was created by at least high-level demons… I don’t want to admit it, but it’s a space created by someone even stronger than me.”
“Stronger than Hades…? But then…”
In that case, where are these higher-level demons?
No, more importantly, what have they been doing all this time?
If hypothetically, there were someone stronger than Hades, they could have easily overwhelmed the knights who were guarding this place even after the barrier broke and then reinstated the barrier without much effort. However, if that’s not the case, there’s only one possibility…
“I don’t know about that. But one thing I can say based on the situation is this: the high-level demon who created this dimensional space must have already been destroyed due to some cause, or they have no further purpose here.”
“Yeah, I agree completely. But personally, I feel like they’ve already been destroyed…”
If that’s the case, it’s even more concerning. It means there’s a creature capable of defeating high-level demons, even stronger than Hades, lurking around.
“Um, Ars-sama… I’ve been curious about something since earlier. Is this woman, Hades, really that exceptional? From the way you’re talking about her, it sounds like you assume she’s more powerful than anyone else in the group…? I find it hard to believe that such a fla-thin chested woman is exceptional at all.”
“Huh? Are you picking a fight, you?”
I know you were about to say ‘flat-chested’ just now, Isha-chan. And calling her ‘thin-chested’ is a bit harsh, don’t you think? Hades might feel bad about it. Personally, I don’t think a woman’s charm is defined by her chest size, but since she seems to care about it, maybe we should let it slide?
Anyway, Isha-chan can be quite sly sometimes…
Well, setting that aside…
“Huh? Yeah, that’s right. That’s what I’m saying. There’s no doubt that Hades is currently the strongest among us. Hades might not be great at frontline combat, but in terms of magical ability, Hades is probably at the pinnacle of humanity, don’t you think?”
“Wha-!? M-More than, Ars-sama!?”
“Yeah.”
Hmm, why does she look like it’s the end of the world…? As long as we can rely on Hades strength, it should be fine, right?
Could it be that Isha-chan still thinks Hades might be a heretic and will eventually turn against us? Haha, I’m probably overthinking it, right?
“Don’t worry, Isha-chan. Hades may seem tough, but he’s actually very loyal. He wouldn’t abandon someone he’s become friends with, let alone turn against them.”
“Hahahaha! Right on! You get it, Ars. There’s no way I, the great Hades, would pull off such a heartless betrayal. If I were to do something, I’d do it outright from the start.”
Saying that, Hades mimics cutting his own throat with his thumb and grins.
Yeah, that’s just like you. You’re the type who’d rather have a direct confrontation than betray someone you don’t like.
While chatting like this, we gradually explore the dungeon, and after a while…
Finally, the long corridor of the dimensional space comes to an end, and we arrive at what seems to be a large stone chamber.
It looks like this is the final destination, but… No, it can’t be, right?
“Mm, hold on, Ars. I sense multiple intense auras ahead. Rather, it feels like they’re devouring each other… Or something like that?”
“No, they’re definitely devouring each other. Just now, another entity with strong magical power vanished from my senses. It’s dead, for sure.”
So, in the large chamber we reached, it turned out to be a battlefield for intermediate demons devouring each other…
And that humanoid ash in the center… No, is it dust?
What could that be…
It somehow resembles the death characteristic of vampires that I heard from my father a long time ago.