第１７１３堀：不慣れな訓練 (Part1)
The members of the Hayden Continent officially declared their active involvement in the Weed summoning and abduction incident during Yuki's meeting and immediately began their actions.
Specifically…
"You're so small."
"It can't be helped, can it? The rule of going in pairs hasn't changed. What? Kagura is getting smaller?"
As I said that, I looked up at Kagura.
It wasn't that Kagura had grown larger, but that I had become smaller.
Like the Holy and Viria pair, Kagura and I were to join the on-site investigation this time.
This was because the Hayden Continent had decided to focus its efforts on cooperating in solving this problem rather than diplomacy.
Of course, we had replacements, so the diplomatic work was not a problem.
Yuki was grateful for Kagura's summoning knowledge, and I, as a specialist in recovery and medicine, would not only manage the health of the investigation team but also provide a sense of security in case of an emergency, which made him happy.
Of course, he also made the overprotective remark that if we were in danger, we should come back immediately.
I thought he was worrying too much for a doppelganger, but as a wife, I was very happy.
So, what are we doing right now?
"If I become smaller, it will interfere with summoning-related research, and it was decided that it would be better for Enola not to be exposed due to her race. Besides, changing it now would disrupt training."
Training to head for the on-site investigation.
Like Holy and Viria, we were training not only with weapons but also to properly move our smaller bodies.
"That's right. Enola-onee-sama and Kagura-onee-sama are not used to having small bodies, and it would be difficult to change it now."
"Yes. Besides, heavy weapons are surprisingly troublesome to handle. And while Enola is one thing, Kagura uses a greatsword, right? Isn't it completely different from the knives you usually use?"
Participating in our conversation are Holy and Viria, who are seniors in this training.
Well, Viria hasn't had much trouble moving her body since she was originally small...
"That's right. I think it's more like a lump of iron than a greatsword. It's strange that it can cut."
"Ahaha, it's Narjia-san's weapon, isn't it?"
It really is strange.
No, I understand that it's properly sharpened and usable because Narjia-san made it, but still, Kagura can swing it properly, and it cuts cleanly.
"Was Kagura that good with a sword?"
"No, she just dabbled. She tried practicing everything after coming to Weed, but compared to Seraria, Jessica, Stasia, and Fiora, it's child's play."
"That's probably true."
After all, those four are in general positions commanding the army in Weed, and their individual combat capabilities are extremely high.
Of course, they can use swords and other weapons.
It's not the level of sword that Kagura, a mere magician who graduated from school, can use.
"In comparison, Enola, since your fists are still your fists, it might be easier?"
Kagura asks, looking at the sword that is almost as tall as her and my weapon.
"Not really."
As I reply, I lift the weights I'm wearing on my hands.
In front of me, a black iron ball larger than my current small self's head appears.
At first glance, it looks like a glove, but it's an iron ball.
No, it's just a sphere made of a legendary metal called Orichalcum, although it's disguised.
Even so, it has hardness and weight, and it compensates for my small child's body, making it obvious to onlookers that it cannot be swung normally.
"You can still lift your arms properly."
"It's different from being able to use it. I usually wear more ordinary gauntlets."
"That's right."
Like Deryu, I am a close-combat type, so my job is to wear gauntlets and greaves and pierce enemies with my fists, feet, and body techniques.
Normally, I wouldn't fight with such weights on my fists.
It's the kind of thing where magic enhancement increases my physical abilities, making me less reliant on weapons.
Of course, having Narjia-san's equipment significantly increases my combat power.
Even with something like these iron balls attached.
Swish...
While thinking about such things, I repeatedly thrust out my fists with the iron balls attached.
Despite complaining so much, I surprisingly have a lot of strength.
In fact, this iron ball glove has a grip inside, making it easier to exert force than I thought.
However, Kagura, who was watching my movements, said:
"Your swing is slower than usual."
"That's because this glove is bigger than my head. I can't move like I usually do."
When I assume a stance, I usually hold my fists next to my face or at my waist, but I have to keep them away from my face due to the size of the iron ball, which is a bit...
I misjudge the distance and end up hitting myself with the iron ball.
"I'm in the same boat, so we just have to get used to it. Well, in Enola's case, the type of weapon hasn't changed, so it's better, isn't it?"
"That's true. When I see Kagura and Holy, I think so."
Being forced to hold a weapon I'm completely unfamiliar with for intimidation purposes, I'd rather pass.
In a sense, it feels like it's only possible because Kagura and Holy didn't have strong attachments to their weapons.
The more accustomed one is to fighting, the less likely they are to want to change their weapon easily.
"Well, never mind us. What about Nina, who is preparing and investigating?"
We are preparing like this to head to the place where the missing person incident occurred.
However, we are not the only ones preparing; there are traveling merchants to transport us, equipment to prepare, and information from Nina, who is investigating in advance.
Furthermore, as a cover for us, there is a lot to do, such as organizing a superficial investigation team.
Viria will answer that question.
"I have received contact regarding that. My older brother said that Holy-san, Kagura-onee-sama, and Enola-onee-sama would concentrate on training. So, the preparations for the merchants are already complete. All that's left is for us to board and start moving, but at this moment..."
Certainly, Kagura, if not me, is clumsy.
Even from the sidelines, it's clear she's being overwhelmed by her weapon.
This could be a reason for the opponent to underestimate us.
"And regarding Nina-san, she has arrived at the location and confirmed that it is not a case of village-wide bandits or highwaymen."
"Ah, that was one of the theories at first."