Final Trial of Mankind

"The three of us plan to go to the maze for a week to earn some pocket money. Is Tione coming?"

After finishing her breakfast with Finn, Tione came to Ais and the others.

She seemed very satisfied after eating the giant black fish that she insisted she couldn't eat—the food her sweetheart ate half of. frown.

"One week? I don't want it. I can't stay by the leader's side for so long." Seeing her resolute sister, Tiona softly expressed her thoughts.

"Why don't we go and ask Finn if he's going?"

"I really can't do anything about you. I'll go with you too. Thank you."

Seeing Tione who was immediately interested, Ais couldn't help but smile at Refia who smiled wryly.

[Loki Familia]'s stronghold "Twilight Pavilion" is just as described by its alias "Long Mansion". Several high-rise towers are concentrated, and the largest central tower is located in the center, surrounded by seven minarets.

Minarets of different heights and shapes are all connected at the bottom—only the central tower surrounded by a circular atrium is independent—there are stone corridors connected to other towers on their upper parts, and they can be connected to each other. Take this pass.

These towers are divided into three for men and four for women. The public facilities such as the library and the big dining hall are not concentrated together, but scattered. To put it bluntly, it is quite disorderly and chaotic.

Finn's personal room and his office are located in the tower due north.

"Finn, are we coming in?"

After knocking on the door twice, Tiona opened the door, and following her, Ais, Refia, and Tione also came in.

It is also connected to the office in Finn's personal room - the [Family] leader's room is quite spacious, with bookshelves filling an entire wall, a velvet carpet reminiscent of a colorful flower crown, and a large vertical clock , even in a slightly calm room based on tea color, the white stone fireplace does not look obtrusive at all.

Finn sat at the back of the room, at a huge desk that belied his petite frame.

By the way, Mu Chen is also here.

"What's the matter with you, Mu Chen first, and then you all came here one by one."

"Ah, Lord Riveria... are you there?"

There is Riveria next to Finn in the reading file.

It seemed that the two stayed in the room after breakfast to deal with the affairs of the faction. The [Family] deputy head of the boy who assisted the head turned to Ais and the others with a parchment in one hand.

Mu Chen just came here, not much faster than Ai Si and the others.

"Should it be a discussion? We want to talk to Finn about something."

"Well, can you wait for a while, this is almost coming to an end."

Hearing Tiona's words, Finn gave the same answer as when Mu Chen came before without raising his head.

The movement of the quill did not stop. After signing the signature without any doubts, he took the new parchment from Riveria who was standing next to him and continued.

While waiting, Mu Chen observed the interior decoration, and said that it was the first time he visited this room after joining.

With the sound of the pendulum, the large clock with magic stone crystals inside shows that the current time is 09:30. There is a silk mural hanging on the wall above the fireplace opposite the bookshelf.

A woman in armor surrounded by various weapons including guns.

This fresco, which uses many filigree, depicts a goddess.

She is the fictional goddess "Fenian" who is widely believed among the small people (Parum). Her appearance can be traced back to the "Ancient" period, and she was deified by a certain knight order at that time. .

That knight order is the first and last glory of the little people (Palum)—because they are visitors from another world, Mu Chen doesn't know this.

But he still knows one thing, that is, now that the real "Gods" have descended, the belief in her (Fennia) has also immediately weakened, and the little people (Parum) have lost their support in their hearts, and the group of people has rapidly declined.

So far, there have been many people of many races who have received "God's Grace" and have become famous in the world. Their brave legends are widely praised, but there are few legends about the little people (Parum) And less.

Mu Chen knew that the group leader in front of him came to Olalie just to revitalize the clan (Palum).

Moreover, he insists that he is a "ordinary person", and he also said that he signed a contract with Loki just for the sake of fame, and came to this labyrinth city called the center of the world.

Judging from the fact that Finn hangs the silk mural there uprightly, he probably hasn't given up his belief in Fenya, and he has recognized a leader of a faction to believe in someone other than himself. Ji is broad-minded or doesn't care about beliefs.

However, it is estimated that with Loki's character, he does not seem to seek such feelings of admiration in others.

Or, maybe Loki allowed it because it was Finn.

Having said that, belief is not very useful, and in many novels, it is beneficial in the early stage, but once it is absorbed too much, it will become like taking drugs. weakened.

Mu Chen didn't know whether the gods in this world cared about beliefs, but probably they didn't. The gods here were not the traditional trash gods who would disappear without belief.

After all, this is a different world in fantasy, and it is normal to be a little different.

"Okay, I kept you waiting for a long time, so why are you looking for me? Well, let's talk about it first, Mu Chen, after all, you came first."

"Oh, it's nothing serious for me, but I plan to go to the dungeon to stay for a while, to verify my achievements during this time, and get a little currency along the way, and I'm here to confirm whether there will be anything for the family during this time The big operation needs to be attended, and I can come back before the time if need be."

"Is that so? The expedition has just ended during this period, and there is nothing wrong now. If you want to go, go!"

"Huh!? Mu Chen, are you planning to go to the maze too?" It was the most lively Tiona who said this.

"Well, is it the same thing for you?"

"That's right, Tiona and the others plan to explore the maze for a while, we think if the leader doesn't mind..."

Tione directly took up the conversation, but rather than talking about Mu Chen's topic, it might as well be rushing forward to explain to Finn.

When asked about the permission and companionship of the maze's stay, Finn naturally gave the answer of "well, yes".

"I also thought it was time to go to the maze. It's good to explore casually and slowly once in a while."

Finn said with a smile that as the leader of the faction, he always leads the members during the "expedition", so he hopes to enjoy the fun of exploring the maze in private.

Tiona then said cheerfully, "Then Finn is also settled." In this way, Tione's participation was automatically decided.

"It's a rare opportunity. Anyway, Mu Chen is going to the dungeon. Let's go together. Do you want Riveria to join? Haven't you been busy with some chores recently?"

"I'm fine." Mu Chen didn't intend to act too out of the ordinary, and replied.

"...That's right, then I will also participate, please leave to Grace while we are away." Riveria also echoed Finn's words, so there are 7 people including Aisi and the others.

In this way, a luxurious combination of 6 first-level adventurers other than Refia was formed.

Ah, although Mu Chen is not LV5 or LV6, and he hasn't even received [God's Grace], his combat power needn't be doubted, and he can definitely be regarded as a first-level adventurer (in the eyes of Luo Ji and others).

"Ah, keep this matter a secret from Burt! If he hears about it, he will definitely follow, and if he follows, it will be very annoying." I don't know if she still remembers what happened in the morning, but Tiona showed evil intentions Smile exhorted.

Finn and the others smiled wryly, but it was really inappropriate for the main force of the faction to leave all at once, so they did not raise any objections.

"Then, after everyone is ready, let's gather at the Tower of Babel at noon."

"it is good! 』

Imitating Tiona and Tione who held up their hands, Ais and the shy Refia stretched out their right hands cautiously.

Riveria closed her eyes as if she didn't want to say more, and everyone agreed with Finn's proposal.

Seeing this scene, Muchen didn't say anything but shrugged.

045 Preparation

The northwest main road, "Adventurer's Avenue", where countless adventurers criss-cross.

When the morning light pouring down on the blue sky illuminates all kinds of armor, the demihumans are busy preparing for the labyrinth exploration, and the shops on the main road have their windows and heavy doors open, as if inviting watching them.

The open-air vendors in the dark alleys are holding suspicious medicines, smiling and calling out to the first-time girls who pass by, and the people on the road keep bumping into each other, and there are endless roars and curses.

Facing the adventurers planning to go to the labyrinth, the streets are still bustling today.

"Amid, bring some advanced recovery medicine! The one with the best effect, take more!"

"I also want the same as Tiona...five. There are also mental power recovery medicines.

"understood."

In a pure white room decorated only with a coat of arms depicting spheres of light and herbs.

Behind a counter that was the same as most of the counters that existed around, the girl with long silver hair, Amide, responded to Tiona and Aiz.

She collected the colorful bottles placed behind her, and put them on the counter, where the faces of Ais and Tiona were reflected in the ultramarine and citrus colored solutions of numerous recovery potions.

"Are you going to start a long-term exploration of the maze today?"

"Well, Tione, Refia, and... Finn, Riveria, and the newly joined Mu Chen are also together."

"Amid, is there anything you want? We will definitely pass the [-]th floor. If you need anything, tell us and we can help you get it back!"

"Is it really possible? Then...can you go and bring me back some White Leaf?"

Tiona and Ais were buying items in the treatment facility of [Dean Kechter Familia], and Tione and the others were also entrusted. They browsed the records on the parchment, and ordered things including recovery items. Various props including potions.

If you want to stay in a dungeon that lacks supplies for a long time, you must prepare more than necessary weapons, props, and supplies. Even if you have more luggage, it is necessary for adventurers to prepare enough in advance to prevent various emergencies. attitude.

Ais and Tiona gladly accepted the commission from Amide, who was close to her, and the props they bought had already piled up into a hill.

"Excuse me, Leno."

"Oh, here we come, Riveria...Eh, my little sister is here too."

"Okay, long time no see."

In the depths of the alley that turned into the northwest main road, walked through the stairs leading to the ground, uncovered the dilapidated wooden door, and arrived at this weird shop.

The interior is spacious and dim, and the magic stone lamp hanging on the patio like a fireball illuminates the bottles of creepy creatures such as snakes, lizards, and scorpions placed in the built-in cabinets. There seems to be something boiling in the depths of the store. Something, red steaming from the huge black cauldron.

While Refia was looking around as if she wasn't used to it, the old woman behind the counter handed Riveria a stick.

"Is the replacement of the magic gemstone over?"

"No problem, I have installed the best ones according to your requirements. Really, even if I went on some "expedition", it wouldn't destroy the four magic gems..."

The shopkeeper with the black robe, white hair and hooked nose smiled with a wrinkled mouth despite his complaints.

After Riveria took the long silver staff that had been prepared from her, she held it with both hands and looked carefully. The nine gemstones on the staff reflected light, reflecting the beauty of the royal family (half-fairy) that even the goddesses were jealous of.

Regardless of the kind used for striking, the magician's special staff cannot be repaired in a general weapon shop, and the magician's special staff and swords that can increase the "magic power" and change the power of "magic" are the same. The cold weapon armament is different, and the producer also needs to be proficient in magic, so there are very few people who can make it. People who are engaged in processing magic-related items are called magicians, and to put it bluntly, they are smelters of staffs.

The staff processed by the magician can improve the magician's ability by using the holy wood growing in many places in the fairy forest or special metals and ores as materials.

Among them, the colorful magic gemstones that do not exist in nature and can only be made by them can greatly improve the magic effect. There is a world of difference in performance between the staff with this gemstone and the staff without it. Refiya currently holds The staff also has a magic gemstone emitting bluish-white light, inlaid in the center of the front end.

There are many short staffs and wooden sticks that can arouse the interest of wizards in the store with strange items. When Refia continued to look around, looking for some strange props, she saw a book behind the counter. book of.

"Eh... um, um, is it a magic book!?"

"Oh, I found out, indeed."