The Demon King Of The Frontier Life, Reincarnated To Become The Strongest Mage ~The Former Demon Kin

"There really is a town."

"... that's right."

Me and Odette were at the end of the aisle.

There was a large space in front of me.

It was like a castle town.

However, in the center of town is not a castle, but a tower.

There are countless buildings on the fifth floor, with a large tower in the middle.

The ceiling glows blurry.Enough lights to illuminate the basement.

Having a town meant that people lived here.

I don't think it was made by the [Sanctuary Church], so it was probably inhabited by ancient magicians.

No one seems to live there now.

Not a single building is lit.No one is walking on the road.

Besides, this is a place where no one has entered or exited since the "Sanctuary Church" left.I don't think I can live underground for such a long time.

That's why this is an empty ruin.

“But why did those people build a town underground?”

"It must have been a secret facility for the sorcerers."Is there a system in the fifth basement that makes monsters giant?If you were making such an incredible thing, it wouldn't be surprising if you were in the basement to keep a secret. ”

It makes sense.

That's why the [Ancient Magic Civilization] sorcerer must have built a city for research.

"You've been studying underground all this time."It doesn't seem like a very enjoyable life, though. "

──The fifth underground layer of "Elysion" has a system that makes monsters huge.

This is what the Empire's princess Nylala-Gaiul said.

That's why the remnants of the "Sanctuary Church" seemed to have potions that made the monsters huge.

It was the "Armored Augur" that made it huge.

I've fought "Armored Augur" before.

Both size and strength were several times larger than the usual species.

Was [Ancient Magic Civilization] even a soldier?

Or maybe it was a convenient workforce.

I let the giant monster have the tools to build this [Elysion].

If so, you can see that the Empire and the [Sanctuary Church] want that system.

I'm not going to use it.

I'm scared of rampage, and if I see a giant monster, my kids will be scared.

The purpose of Empire Princess Nylala was to acquire the [Monster Giantization System].

I wish I could, but I want to break it.

I bet that's true for Yuki.

Odette laughed with a troubled expression.

"I don't want to stop it... but before I break it, I'd better investigate it in detail."Maybe there's another use for it. "

That's right.

"... you're honest, aren't you?"

“That's right. I got here because of Odette.”

Since Odette had become a user of the "Lord of Knights", I was to witness the breakthrough of the barrier as a work of the "Magic Guild".Without breaking through the barrier by force in [Black King Knight], I was able to come here as a member of the guild.

That's definitely thanks to Odette.

“That's why I'm grateful. Thank you.”

"... stop telling me that with your face."

Odette coughs herself up.

“More than that, the question is where do we start investigating?”

That tower seems to be the most important, but it's dangerous to go into the dark clouds.

The tower is about five floors tall.

The location is in the middle of town. Considering the height and location, it is definitely an important facility.

The problem is...──

"There is usually a terrible trap in 'Ellusion'."It's not surprising that [Ancient Magic Civilization] or [Sanctuary Church] has set up an intruder dodge around the tower..... "

"That's right..."

The fifth tier of the basement is an unexplored area for the "Magic Guild".

The Sanctuary Church is here, but we haven't heard from them.

Besides, this is not a normal town, and the aisle is very wide.The house is also quite spaced apart from the rest of the house.The [Armored Augur] monster seemed to be able to walk normally.

"... if I had made the monsters huge here, there would be traps to stop them."

It's dangerous to step into the naked eye, isn't it?

“I think we should narrow down the points. This is...”

Odette and I nod together.

This fifth basement level is too large for the two of us to examine.

Maybe we should think of a plan before we move.

“Let's double-check the purpose.”

Me and Odette keep talking.

"Our first goal is to find a way to break down the [Magic Power Eating Barrier]."Once the barrier has disappeared, everyone from the Sorcery Guild can come here.We can set up a base here and take the time to investigate. ”

That's right, and the second objective is to find the system that makes monsters giant.

“Yeah, so I thought about three ways to investigate.”

Let me ask you something.

"One way was to force through with the [Black King Knight]."I put on the [Black King's Knight], took Odette in my arms and flew into the air, aiming for the central tower with no questions asked.Even if monsters and traps appeared, [Black King Knight] would be able to break through. "

I understand.

"However, if there were really monsters and traps, there was a possibility that I would not be able to read what would happen."It could be a massive battle, destroying cities and valuable artifacts.That's why I want to avoid this. "

Besides, if it's a long fight, Odette is in danger.

I can use [Black King Knight] for a long time, but Odette's [Spirit King Knight] has a short operating time.If you don't take it off after a certain amount of time, her magic power will be depleted.But if that happens in the middle of a fight, there's a real risk that Odette could get hurt.

So, this is a rejection.

"Next is how to explore while making sure you're safe."Let the bat corps go first, checking them out little by little.However, it takes less time and less danger.Well, as far as I'm concerned, that's fine too. "

“But you don't know how long it will take, do you?”

“I see. If it gets too late, Iris and Martha will be worried.”

"Hmph. That's right."

"Why are you laughing?"

No, I thought it was you.

"... well, okay."

"Please give me the next option."

"The third option is to reboot the golem rolling here."

I pointed to the golem rolling at the end of the aisle.

This is what the scouting bats found.

The bat corps said.'There's something like a golem down at the exit of the aisle──.'Exactly.

The golem is lying down at the exit of the aisle.

There's a big scratch on my back.It seems that the function has stopped, and it does not move twitchingly.

The material is metallic. It's about half my height.

Looking from the side, you can see that the sphere is attached to the position of the eye.At first glance, he looked like a soldier in armor.Even the golem can see the mechanism inside from the wound on his back.

This golem has a scratch on its back.It was like a big sword, and it was a puncture mark.

A glance through the wound reveals a complex intertwining of metal plates.When I looked closer, I felt a faint magic power.

This is an ancient golem created by "Ancient Magic Civilization".

But why are you wearing a scarf around your neck?

You don't need that kind of thing for a golem, do you?

"It's worn out. It's an old one, so I can't help it..."

The scarf is made of a very normal cloth.

Because it is for golem, it is not made of yarn, but of sturdy cloth.

It is old and I don't know what color it was originally.

It's just...──

"The letters are sewn in."

I see. It's at the end.

"Is this a... character or a... symbol?"It looks like a creature with feathers... but it's too old to know. "

"Isn't that the name of this golem? Alternatively, the owner's"

We'll have to look into that as well.

Maybe this golem is for security.

It had only a short spear and a small round shield.They were too poorly equipped for battle.

It's natural to assume that you were protecting someone or serving to warn them of the danger.

[]/(exp) (uk)──

“What if this golem is for security, hypothetically?”

"Is it for security?"

"Yeah. For example, let's say this golem was guarding this aisle and reported to humans that someone suspicious was coming."So if I restart this golem and tell them there's an intruder..... "

"The golem... will return to the person who controlled him."

Odette opened her eyes wide.

“That way, the route the golem will travel will be safe.And the man who managed the golem... Probably the guard in charge of this aisle.That means that where the golem returns, there may be information about the barriers blocking the passageway...! "

That's what I'm talking about.

"Excellent, Yuuki. If we can find a key hub today, it will be a great achievement.If I use the results as a weapon, I will build the Duke's house.── "

Odette said with an excited face and── immediately sealed her mouth.

"... what's the matter, Odette?"

It's nothing.

Is that so?

That's right. But can Yuuki fix this golem?

"I think I can move it."Well, I'll try. "

I put my hand on the golem's back.

[Magic Blood (Mysterious Blood)──] Erosion (Hacking)

As it was, I poured [Magic Blood] into the wound of the golem.

"Explore the cause of the suspension of intrusion── into the── magic path (path)"

Explore the flow of magic power by moving [Magic Blood] inside the golem.

Further proceed with "Erosion (Hacking)".

──I knew the cause. The wound has reached its interior.

Because of that, the flow of magic power was interrupted.

In human terms, it's like a large vessel has been severed.Then, with [Magic Blood], if you create a flow of magic power in the broken part, it should move.

Just in case. Let's investigate further.──

──Break through the first bulwark of sorcery.

──Breakthrough of the second barrier.

The third bulwark is── pretty tight.

Was he playing any important role? This golem.

Bulwark breached. Intruding into internal magic space.

The internal magic── analysis has begun.

It turns out to be a golem with a sorcery structural analysis── escort.

Communication with proven── combat abilities and escort targets.

"... parsing complete. Seems like we can restart without any problems."

“You did it, Yuki!So, what kind of golem is this!? "

“It looks like this golem was working to protect someone.”

I told you.

"Moreover, I have the ability to communicate."It seems like we can also have a conversation.

"Are you a golem who can talk!?"

"Oh, this is made with pretty advanced technology."

It was quite special among the Ancient Artifacts.

But it was broken.── No, I don't know why it was broken.

200 years ago... I wonder what happened here.

"Wow... there's a magical crystalline body inside, and it's storing information there."Do you accumulate information by talking to them?There's still some magic left... maybe this golem knows the old days. "

If I could get 200 years old from this guy, I'd be quick to talk.

Even if that is not possible, could you guide me to the fifth basement level?

“Is there any danger?As soon as we activated it, they thought we were intruders and attacked us.... "

“That's okay. Due to the wound on his back, something like a blood vessel flowing through the internal mechanism── magic power is broken.I just connected it with [Magic Blood] and made it move. "

So to speak, "magic blood" is a substitute for blood vessels.

[Magic Blood] is a high-density magic chunk.I was able to connect the flow of magic power.

"That's why you can also let my will cut off the magic power."If I have to, I'll shut it down, so it's okay. "

"I'm relieved..."

Odette sighed.

I'm actually pretty nervous, too.

This "fifth basement" is probably an important base for "Elysion".I don't know what it is.It is not enough to be vigilant.

"Well, it's about Yuki."I thought it would be okay. "

"Still, you need to be vigilant. Just in case, I'll have the [Black King Knight] ready.Odette, please keep the [Rider of the Spirit King] on. "

Got it!

"The bat corps, keep an eye on the town."This golem may have triggered some sort of reaction.Please report any changes. "

This is Shojo

I took out the [Rider of the Spirit King] from the [Storage Magic].

While Odette was wearing it, I opened the armor of the [Black Knight] so that I could wear it at all times.

Even if the golem went berserk, I could handle it.

All that's left is for me to infuse magic into the golem and restart it.

"Ready, Odette?"

No problem.

Well then, I'm going to reboot the golem.

I touched the golem.

Pouring [Magic Blood] again, it penetrated the circuit with magic power.

then──

──Fufu.

The golem's eyes were lit with light.

──Fufufu. Fufufu.

The golem stood up and looked around.

It was like a sleeping child.

Seeing where I was, I quickly turned my neck and looked around.

And the golem looked toward the city, and fell down, and saw the horse of the black king, and the horse of the spirit king.

He spun around his neck and looked at me with the eyes of a sphere.

And then, with a strange voice,──

Are you from the Sanctuary Church?

“You're kidding. I'm not one of those guys.”

Oh, my God.

I don't care if it's a lie, so I should have said, "I'm a fellow of the Sanctuary Church."

The fifth basement level is where the "Sanctuary Church" people were.If there's a golem out there, there's a good chance they'll be under their command...

Well, okay.

If this golem is subordinate to the "Sanctuary Church"... let's "erode" it again and make it follow us.

"I can't help it."I don't want to talk about being one of those things either. "

Odette's [Rider] shrugged his shoulders. He was dexterous.

As it was, Odette stretched out the arm of the [Rider of the Spirit King] and covered me.

"On the contrary, it will be heard."Golem, are you a member of the Church of the Sanctuary? "

I asked while being protected by the [Rider of Spirits] 's arm.

Worst question. I can't be one of them!

I was pissed.

I mean, it's the first time I've ever seen a golem raise his arm and get angry.

'The Church of the Sanctuary' is an enemy; it is unforgivable.The master was angry that he was going to be alone.Without them, the masters would never have come this far. That's what I said.

Master?

The one to protect

"May I ask his name?"

Roger that.

It was light.

Looking at me with the eyes of a sphere, the golem nodded softly.

Your magic power is (...) very close to the master (...). Therefore, you can be certified as a superior.

The golem turned to me and bowed his head deeply.

"... what did you just say?"

──Is your magic so close to the master?

Did he compare my magic power to the magic power inside him?

Inside this golem is a magic crystal that accumulates magic power.

The one who poured magic into it would be the Golem's escort subject, the one called the── Master.Does that mean his magic power is close to mine...?

"A man with magic power close to Yuuki... what do you mean?"

Odette took off the helmet of the [Rider of the Spirit King] and looked at me.

"There are only a few such people."Iris-sama and I immediately after I got the blood from you.... "

"... this is Alice from [Feira Village]."

The one with the closest magic to me is Iris and── her predecessor, Alice.

Two hundred years ago, I gave Alice a lot of [Magic Blood] to help her with [Deathprint Disease].

Because of this, his blood became [quasi-magic blood], which contains a── lot of magic power close to my [magic blood].

But Iris isn't here.

Alice from her previous life must never have come.

I had given Odette [Magic Blood], but it wasn't as much as Alice.

It shouldn't be enough to change my constitution.

So... there's only one other person with magical power close to mine.

I see.

I found out the identity of the stitching on the scarf.

That's not a letter. Was it a symbol for a bat?

"The second daughter of Lyle the 'Sage of Betrayal'.Meer = Carmine. Is that your master? "

"You have been told the name of the master, very accurately."

The golem bowed his head to me.

I will obey your orders, okay?

It was definite.

Two hundred years ago, "Death Print Disease" became popular twice.

My last life, before── Dean Nosferatu died, after he died.

Alice's sister suffered from "Death Print Disease" after my death in her previous life.

Iris told me when I recovered my memories of my previous life.My sister, who got sick, recovered from the cleansing magic used by her parents,── Lyle and Remilia, and from the "quasi-magic blood" that Alice gave her.

At that time, Alice's sister's blood would have become similar to [quasi-magic blood].

That's why this golem judged the magic power contained in my [Magic Blood] to be close to my master's magic power.

“Let's talk. You have a lot to ask."

I sat down on the ground.

Odette also takes off the [Rider of the Spirit King] and sits next to me.

This golem will never be our enemy.

This is an important ally in this [Fifth Basement Hierarchy].

"Can you tell me your name first?"

"Ferra . The name of the precious village where the masters were born.The Master explained, "Remember... the precious guardian god in that village."

Were you here with Alice's sister?

Yes. Ferra was── ordered by the "Wise Man" to escort the Master... when he escaped... he was stabbed...

Golem ──Feira's body began to shake.

I just did some first aid.It must still be unstable.

When we get back on the ground, we'll have to fix it.

Iris would be surprised.

This ──golem, Fela, knows her sister.

When I heard the story of my family directly from his mouth, it seemed like he was rolling around.

"Let's call ourselves Yuki first."This is my buddy Odette. "

It's Odette. Thank you very much.

It's important to say hello, Master said so too.

Feira lowered her head lightly.

I'll give you back your bail, and then...

"I want you to tell me everything you know."

I told you.

"Your master... what kind of child was Meer = Carmine?"Where did she and her parents go?What happened here?Then... if you can afford it, please tell me about this important location of the fifth tier. "

I── agree.

Golem Feira nods.

Then Ferra slowly began to speak.

──What happened here 200 years ago and Alice's sister Meir-Carmine.