We explored the plains and forests in the colliat, but even there, there was no slime.

'What's going on!　There's no slime in here either!

Didn't you know that slime is such a rare demon?

　Even Thor and Asmo, the guides, were surprised by this.

　Was a slime a demon that was so hard to find? It's not like we see it every day, but I have a feeling that it was a demon that could be found easily if we intentionally looked for it.

　If you go to rivers, plains, villages, and forests, you should be able to find it easily.

　How in the world did it come to be in this situation?

　I looked around to check, but all I could see was lush trees and an expanse of greenery in my field of vision.

　There are no monsters or animals in particular, it's a very peaceful forest scene.

　If I had to choose, I would say that it is too quiet than usual, but is it just my imagination?

It's not like he's hiding. I've looked behind the trees and behind the bushes to make sure it's all right.

'Yeah, I've been looking for you pretty carefully. It doesn't look like they're going to be around here anymore.

　As I'm pondering, Thor and Asmo say, folding their arms.

　You're right. We were looking for the slime a bit too much, like we were being overzealous in our search for it.

　I was even climbing up a tree to look for it like Thor and the monkeys, and if you can't find it even with this, it means there is no slime here either.

''Well what do we do now?　Shall we go further into the woods?

　Where can I find the slime? After thinking about this, Thor blurts out.

''No, it's okay if you go deeper, there could be demons there. Didn't Murat-san tell you not to go deeper into the forest?

　It's a thought that flashed through my head for a moment, but it's extremely dangerous.

　It's because it's said that if you go any farther back, there are many demons inhabiting the area. Even though the vigilantes and Nord Dad frequently patrol the area, they can't cover all of it.

　It would be dangerous if we were to be attacked by a monster. No matter how much slime I wanted, it was not something I was willing to risk, either. It's not like you can use it for an emergency breakaway due to transference.

"Oh, oh. Well, yeah........

'I mean, Al has magic, so wouldn't he be fine with a few demons attacking him?

'Oh, yes!　Then it's okay to go a little deeper--

Even if I can protect myself, there's no guarantee I'll be able to protect Thor and Asmo, right?

"Then no.

　When I reminded them, Thor and Asmo said flatly.

　It's an impressive flip-flop, isn't it?

　But I don't dislike their understanding of self-preservation," said Thor, "They want to be adventurers, but they don't want to be in the forest.

'Thor wants to be an adventurer, but he doesn't show any interest in going deeper into the forest. Because of this situation, I thought he'd want to go deeper into the woods and trumpet about his adventures.

　When I say that, Thor just shakes his head, to hell with it.

　For some reason, I feel annoyed when Thor does it, and Asmo and I get annoyed.

　While we're going through those feelings, Thor smiles with an easy smile on his face.

f*ck you, I know the difference between adventure and recklessness. First of all, it's not much fun to go down there without a weapon.

'If I knew what reckless meant, I don't think I would have fallen in love with sister Elinora or told her I wanted to be an adventurer...'

Indeed.

I'm going to kick your asses!

　Me and Asmo poked at the reality of the situation, and Thor turned red and yelled at me.

'Haha, well, for what it's worth, Thor's cool. I thought you could make a good decision.

'Right?　I've heard stories about your adventures from Roomba and Gates!　I don't make mistakes!

　I'm not sure if it's a good idea for me to lift it up, or if Thor is happy about it.

　There are several adventurers and former adventurers in this village. Thor must have spent his free time listening to them for the sake of his future.

　Regardless of Thor's eagerness, Asmo and I were relieved that he didn't tell us he wanted to go deep into the woods for some strange reason.

　Me and Asmo couldn't help but smile at each other.

You're lucky Thor's a chickenshit who only plays the winning game.

'Haha, yes. Gates said that adventurers are better suited to being petty, and that fits Thor perfectly.

"...Okay, you guys are going deep into the woods. I'm going to prove to you that I'm not a chicken or a petulant.



　You're not going to be able to do that.



　I had convinced Thor, who strangely insisted on going deeper into the forest, and I was on my way home with Thor and Asmo.

'You didn't find them after all. 'Slime,'

Yeah.

　Thor and Asmo clasped their hands behind their heads and blurted out somewhat boringly.

　I confidently gave them a tour, but in the end, I couldn't find them. Considering the feelings of such two people, it is natural that they become darker.

''The other party is a demon and there are days like that.

Yeah, but I've always wanted to hold something called a chilly slime pillow.

Me too.

　He said some kind words of concern for the two of them, but they were misplaced.

　They were disappointed that I couldn't hold the hinky slime pillows. I was wrong to care about these guys.

'Well, there are other days to look for them besides today, and I'll report back to you when I find them again.

Yeah, I'm also concerned about the lack of slime, for God's sake.

I like to have a hinky pillow.

　It's not that it absolutely has to be today. I'll look for the slime again when I have time.

　What you're looking for is something that pops up when you're not looking for it. It's easy to find if you're taking it easy.

　As I was walking through the forest thinking this way, I suddenly heard a shout from behind me.

'Hey, a new species!　There are three new demons of a new kind!

'Wow!　A demon!　Where are you, Al, Asmo!　Let's just get away!

　Hearing the word that a demon is present, Thor runs forward in a hurry.

　I also got impatient for a moment when I heard the word that there is a demon, but it's nice to have someone panicking right beside me, so I can calm down in return. I wonder if Asmo feels the same way, but unlike some chicken bastard, he's looking around on the spot.

　I'm worried about Thor running in front of me, but if I start moving here too, it's going to be even more confusing.

　I'm not sure, but I just have to prepare my magic so that I can protect the running Thor.

　Then, a familiar human emerges from the chasm of trees ahead of me.

'Hey, hey, really?　We're only hunting slime today, so I didn't bring any equipment!

'Where's this new demon?　I'll cover you!

　The ones who came out were the members of the Silver Wind, Malt and Aleusha.

''Whoa!

　Eventually, Thor, who was in a state of confusion, was startled by Molto and Aleusha jumping out of the front where he had escaped from, and finally hit him in the buttocks.

''What a curious creature you are!

It's talking!　It could be a high-level demon!

　Molto and Aleusha are surprised that they mistook Thor for a demon.

　Perhaps it was because he was clad in a water ball and took on a curious appearance that they mistook him for a demon.

The new kind of demon is over there!　Be careful-- Huh?　Mr. Alfried?

　Then Irvine, who had been behind him, approached and finally seemed to realize who he was.

'Huh?　Mr. Alfried?

　Hearing Irvine's voice, Mort and Aleusha up ahead seemed to notice too.

''That's right. They're not demons there either, so don't attack them.''

'What?　Ah!　If you look closely, it's a real person!

　I point to Thor, who is poking his buttocks in the air, and Malt screams in surprise.

　I don't have to look closely to think it's a human, but I guess I can't help it if I hear Irvine's seriousness in his voice.

''Geez, Irvine, don't be so quick to judge...''

No, because!　If there were such a strange silhouetted creature in the forest, you'd think it was a new kind of demon!

'Ugh!　Well, well, that's just as well.

　Aleusha nodded with an ambiguous expression, probably because she understood Irvine's defense.

　I can't say anything since I thought that was true too.

　If this kind of mascot character was wandering around in the forest, I'd be mistaken for a demon.

''I'm late!　New species!　Where are the new demons!

　There was still a sense of urgency in the air at the rear amidst the relaxed atmosphere.

'Oh, that?　What's going on here?　A new kind of demon...?

　We softened our expressions at Ilya's confused look.