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Published at 10th of February 2023 06:00:48 AM


Chapter 101: 97 The trick to not accumulating work is to keep going when you can.

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Tanaka Jiro, 28 years old, with a girlfriend

Her Suela Hendelberg 

Memory Tris

Occupation Dungeon Tester (full-time)

Magical aptitude nine (quasi-magical grade)

Post Warriors

A dull thud, followed by the sound of something heavy falling down echoes throughout the room.

"Thirteen minutes and thirty-two seconds. ...... It's all good.

Whew!

"Hahaha.

"......

"I don't have enough magic, I'm dizzy.

...... Jirou, you're too healthy.

"Well, I guess he's the only one who can afford it because he has that much status.

Watching the floor boss completely defeated, you quietly stop your watch stopwatch.

If you look at your watch to see how long it took you to beat the boss, you'll see that you were able to do it faster than the previous level.

"You should probably help me out a little more. I cut off one hand and you're on the defense.

The gesture may have irritated Kitamiya, but she looked at me with resentment.

I don't blame her, if I had attacked her like that, it would have been over in a heartbeat.

Kitamiya's argument is not wrong as a team player.

But I have my own side of the story.

As expected, even in normal combat, Kaido and his team had less and less time to spare, and I decided that I had to participate in this hierarchical boss fight, so I switched from backup to vanguard, but ......

"Ah

I realized that I had done it, spilling out a muffled voice.

It only took a sword for me to realize that I'd done it.

Even this boss would kill me for a second.

It was only one game, but I saw the outcome of this battle the moment the image of a three-sided, six-armed, three-sided, asura-like golem with multiple hard arms took hold.

Fortunately, I cut off one of my six arms, and since the battle had just begun, I thought that I was just the right support and went back for support.

I didn't take part in the attack, but I did take part in the battle by blocking the attacks of Kitamiya and Minami's rearguard, or by swatting flies to prevent Kaido from being knocked down.

Thanks to this, I've learned to adjust my strength in various ways after exploring the dungeon.

''Mm-hmm. It's just that Kitamiya doesn't think the leader is slacking off, that he is simply frustrated to realize that he is still weak, that he really is a tsundere, that he is.

"Who's a tsundere, who's a tsundere!

"Finally! Mararu - I'm afraid of the North Palace, that I am.

Avoid me!

"Get out of the way of the retrieval process. You can cuddle later.

"Can I do it later? Did you two get that far?

I'm not sure if this is what they call a daytime drama shuraura. It's a lot calmer than the shambles I know.

"Ha ha ha, Mike, let's shut up for now.

And this party is getting used to the place.

Although they are talking in vain as if they're playing with each other, their bodies are taking action.

Minami and Kitamiya have begun to knead their bodies to recover their magic to prepare for the next round, while Kaido and Masaru are quickly retrieving them.

Amelia and I are on the perimeter alert.

It's the boss's room, so it's not safe to defeat it.

We were just taking a break from the norm before when the boss reappeared and we had to fight a series of battles.

If you've come this far, you've experienced a mistake or two.

Each time we improved and made our move.

But there's a lot of time on the watch.

I'm aware of my surroundings, but I can't stop looking at the clock.

...... is a good place to start. We're going up today.

You've tried it in the morning, and you've had your lunch in the dungeon.

Before I knew it, it was already time to go.

Kaido and I live in the dorms, so it's not a problem, but as for the rest of us, we're probably going to have dinner together.

I guess we'd better get out of here.

Today's work went well and we were able to capture the hierarchy.

Woohoo!

"Will I make it in time for the special sale?

"Oh, I'm going to be in time for today's event, that I am.

Amelia, do you want to have dinner with me afterwards anyway?

"Yo! I want to eat pasta.

And these are the ones who cheer up when they hear the job is done.

Work takes a long time to start, but strangely enough, when it's time to clean up, people become faster.

I'm done packing!

"No unclaimed items?

"Confirmed.

I'm not sure if this is a waste of status, but Kaido, who has accelerated the work on the backpack and finished it, albeit in a somewhat disorganized manner, reported to me with a posture of respect.

It's at times like this that there is a high probability of an oversight, so I'll be sure to check with Katsu as well, but it looks like there's no problem there either.

At this level, the unit price of each loot is over 10,000 yen here and there.

The boss's loot is often the most valuable at this level.

Forgetting to do so is like leaving without picking up a 10,000 yen bill.

Then we'll get out of here on the next floor.

"Yes! "Yes," "Yes, that is." "Yes!" "Okay.

And if you're okay with checking, then it's a waste of time to stay longer.

Hearing each of their replies, and believing that service overtime is the biggest loss in my life, I immediately take the lead in escaping the dungeon and move on to the next level.

Wander the cobblestone stairs and cut down every enemy you encounter.

When the traps are triggered, you cut them all down.

The sweep is complete. South, prepare the gate. Kaido, Katsu, Amelia, I'm sorry, but you have to collect the loot.

Yes, that I do. Kitamiya, nice to meet you.

"Do it yourself! f*ck.

"Yoo-hoo! Come on, you two, let's get this up.

"Yes.

OK!

After defeating the golems, which I don't think are very strong, you find the gate and take precautions while letting them operate to the south.

Collect the loot from the enemies you defeated, of course.

Operating the gate in the dimly lit dungeon can be a bit tricky.

It's not like an elevator that opens and closes with a single button, but requires a procedure.

If a wizard is present, it's easier to have him/her shine a light on you.

This is what happens when you open ......, that is.

And sometimes when you escape from the dungeon, there is a conflict with other testers.

In that case, the gates will be processed in the order you applied for them, and they will open in order.

Depending on the time of day when people are likely to gather, such as during dinner or lunch, you may be made to wait, but this time the gate opens smoothly without any problems.

Hmmm, I've worked again today, that I have. Why do I feel so defeated?

It's normal to work.

For me, I know what you're saying, Minami.

I found this place in front of the station the other day.

Oh, I know that one. I've seen it in a magazine.

They escaped one by one, just in case I was the last one out of the gate.

I'm just relieved to see that we're all back safe and sound.

I'm sure you're all too free, but ...... especially Minami, this week's report isn't out yet. It's due tomorrow.

"Ug

Let out a sigh to the members who are already ready to leave.

You're doing the job that needs to be done, so you don't say anything in depth, but you make sure that the person who needs to say it is well nailed down.

Minami is the type of person who does his summer homework at the end of the month, and his report is always at the last minute.

I'd like you to send me your report as soon as possible because I want to go through it once. ......

Among the other members, Kitamiya is the fastest to write a report.

Incidentally, Kaido is second only to Kitamiya.

Maybe he learned this in his previous company, or maybe he's just that guy who gets around to keep his workload in check.

In that order, Kitamiya, Kaido, Katsura, Amelia and Minami are next.

Well, if you're late, don't let him take you to the dungeon, just let him write. Of course, you won't get a share of the loot then, so be prepared for a realistic reduction in your paycheck.

"Nooh! My funding source! I'm in a pinch for billing this month!

"Huh.

"It's hard work, too.

"I'm used to it.

I don't know how many times this will be our first exchange, but I'm not worried about it, because somehow I'm going to do what I have to do in the south as well.

The reports you submit are of high quality.

I'm going to redeem the money, so you can dismiss it right here for today.

"Is it OK with you?

"Hey, I didn't fight much today. I'll just pay the bill for it.

"Oh, what a relief!

So there is no need to pursue it in depth, and so announce the dismissal on the spot.

Then the surroundings begin to move in earnest.

Kaido starts to think about what to do afterwards, and Katsu takes Minami to a special sale.

He may think he's hiding it, but Kitamiya, who was happy to have a junior at the party and was known to be happy to have a junior, seems to be heading to the store he and Amelia were talking about.

I want to finish my work quickly, so let's head to Memoria's store carrying a backpack with a large amount of luggage.

Hmm?

Just when everyone was about to leave, the gate opens at just the right moment.

The other party.

Aside from Kitamiya, who sensed the gate opening and repositioned himself to hide, I saw the party coming out from inside.

It wasn't Fire Clear and the others who came out, but a five-man team.

''This is a mess.

That seems to be the norm, though. It seems that the enemies become stronger as you advance through the levels, and they can't seem to advance smoothly. In fact, it's more unusual that we're doing well without seeming to be seriously injured.

That's the way it should be.

I'm as ragged as anyone else, but I don't feel as tragic as that.

You'll be able to see the eyes of everyone who is exhausted and unable to find a way to attack the next dungeon, and you'll cut your gaze, hoping that this won't happen.

It doesn't matter if you get tangled up with them.

Let's go, it's best not to work overtime.

"Oops.

"......

Urge Kaido and the others to leave, but firmly feel the gaze from behind.

It's not nice to feel emotions from there.

Kaido and the others may have sensed this and left more quietly than before.

Is this controversial?

I suppose I should take action before that happens, but I decided it was best to wait and see for now and headed to the store of Memoria, pretending not to notice the gaze.

It seems to be of good quality these days.

The status is up and the hierarchical attack is going well.

I guess that means the recklessness was worth it.

As usual, Memoria's expression is less ups and downs as she nonchalantly assesses the loot and writes it on the slip.

You'll get used to it, and you'll find it easier to understand and more cute.

You're going to be able to get a good idea of what you're looking for, and you're going to be able to get a good idea of what you're looking for, and you're going to be able to get a good idea of what you're looking for, and you're going to be able to get a good idea of what you're looking for.

I'm not going to be able to say anything about it, so I'm going to be able to say that I'm going to have to face Memoria's worried and sad face.

"This is the amount of money this time. Sign when you're sure.

"Oh.

As usual, I took a quick look at the purchase assessment to make sure there was no problem, and signed off on it.

Then I receive the cash, and this is where my work for the day finally ends.

It may be at work for Memoria, but it's quiet enough for her to read.

Come join us for a little chat.

Hey, Memoria.

What do you want?

"How do you raise your luck status?

Suella told me to gather information internally.

Apparently, testers tend to build their information based on comics, novels, games, anime and fantasy knowledge of this world.

Until just the other day, I thought I would become stronger if I continued to train and fight silently.

That wasn't wrong in itself, but there is more than one way to become strong.

Suela's offer of a spirit contract is a good example.

You can get a lot of information by befriending the employees of the demon king's army, an idea that would not come out if you are stuck in your personal knowledge.

The fact that they intentionally kept the information from the employees gave me some kind of intention, but if that is the company's policy, then you have to follow it.

Rather than complaining about the policy now, it would be healthier to improve it now that you know about it and reflect on it.

I'm concerned about the only lowered status among all the higher statuses.

I would improve it if I could.

I've tried many ways to improve my luck, but I've never been able to figure out how to do it.

I've never had a chance to hear this before, but this is your chance.

Is it luck? ......

"Oh.

Memoria closes the book with a slam and looks at me.

I'm looking forward to seeing what answer I'll get, but also a little anxious because maybe I'll be rejected if I don't go up.

Maybe I'll be told that I can't go up.

It takes faith to have good luck.

And the words I heard were indeed actions that I had nothing to do with.

Tanaka Jiro, twenty-eight years old, with a girlfriend

Her Suela Hendelberg 

Memory Tris

Occupation Dungeon Tester (full-time)

Magical aptitude nine (quasi-magical grade)

Post Warriors

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Come to think of it, I was not religious: ......




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