第１１４７堀：そろそろ限界 (Part2)
「Hmm. I don't have much experience with that kind of thing, but you're doing a good job using the dungeon to incorporate magic power into your body and strengthen yourselves. Well, I'm a little worried about your combat experience, but if your physical specs improve, you can push yourselves a bit, and it's fine if you can at least escape."
Yes, just as Comet said, if you just raise your level, most things in the world will work out.
The idea that you just need to raise your level and hit things physically isn't entirely wrong.
Well, it doesn't mean much in front of firearms, though...
Now, what's the next task...?
"Master."
"Hm? Kirika, what's wrong?"
Kirika's slightly firm voice pulled my consciousness back from the sea of thought it was sinking into.
Good grief, it seems I was thinking more deeply than I realized.
"Perhaps you should rest now. Your consciousness drifted for a moment."
"Huh?"
So I was asleep?
No, I thought I reacted immediately, though.
For now, to confirm the facts, I turned my face to Taiki and Taizo...
"Yes. You were asleep. Well, it was only for a short while, so at first glance, it looked like you were closing your eyes and deep in thought, but you were asleep for a bit."
"More than 'a bit,' you nodded off several times. Well, perhaps the all-nighters for the recent investigation are taking their toll? Unlike me, your body probably isn't used to staying up late, is it?"
"Well, if you say I'm not used to staying up late, that's true. Lately, I've been living a life where I get a good night's sleep. Unless a new game comes out, that is... Staying up late used to be normal for me back in the day."
The truth revealed by the two of them made me a little sad, wondering if I'd really gotten old, but thinking about it normally...
"Well, we all know about Yuki's demanding work. Leaving aside staying up late for a fun game, this ghost investigation isn't particularly interesting to you. No, the ghost investigation itself might have been interesting, but now it's just a matter of observation."
"That's right. Yuki, you should just go to sleep. I'd like to say I'll sleep with you, but if I did, I don't think you'd be able to sleep peacefully."
Well, sleeping with your wife means that, after all.
Even so, I don't know if I actually have that much energy.
More like, if I lie down, I'll probably fall asleep instantly.
"Agil, thank you for your consideration. There are no issues with your Doppel's vitals, Master, but it seems your own mental burden is quite significant, so please return quickly and rest."
Kirika, pressing her point, had a sharp glint in her eyes.
It was as if she wouldn't tolerate any backtalk.
If there's no point in me forcing myself to stay awake, I'll go to sleep quickly, but...
"Kirika. I understand your feelings, but confirmation is necessary."
"...As you wish."
The reason I'm trying hard to stay awake now is purely to observe the progress and confirm that there are no problems.
Also, it's about whether there's any work left to deal with...
"For now, can I assume the situation is calm?"
"Yes. It's fine. We'll also go to sleep for now."
"Ah, I'll stay behind and keep watch, so don't worry. If push comes to shove, I'll wake up that little girl who's sound asleep."
Well, I wonder about using Hiren in that situation? No, that's not right. Because it's 'if push comes to shove,' it means when things are truly beyond help.
"Understood. I'll leave the rest to you. And as for the regular work..."
"Regarding your duties, there's nothing that requires urgent processing. There will be no problem if you rest after returning to Weed, so don't worry. Ria and the others have properly sorted everything, so only your approval is needed. Also, I will make a preliminary report to Seraria, so please give a detailed report after you wake up."
Oh, as expected of Super Ninja Kirika.
My support is perfect.
In that case, there's no need for me to stay awake anymore.
Ah, wait a minute, what about Aslin and the others...?
"No need to worry. We are Yuki's guards."
"Yes. Please get proper rest."
"Yeah. Big brother, it's time for sleepy-sleep."
"Getting proper rest is also part of your job."
"Yes, Big Brother. Please don't overexert yourself."
"Big Brother, sleep properly."
"That's right. If the top falls, it's like saying we're incompetent, so go to sleep quickly."
So, I don't need to worry about the little ones either.
"Alright. I'm going home to sleep."
Having made that decision, I stood up from my seat and returned home.
Even so, I prayed that there would be no unpleasant reports when I woke up.
All-nighters become tougher as you get older.
Well, in Yuki's case, it's because he tries too hard at everything.
Let's sleep soundly and recover from the fatigue.