Chapter 92 One Question
"Greys,鉴定 it for me."
Greys examined the "orb" I was holding.
"Dragon Blast... Looks like it really lets you use a Hydra's breath. What do you want to do, darling?"
Hearing that, Leo laughed and shook his head.
"If I used something like that, I’d drain my magic in an instant and die. Only Gojo can handle it."
Leo declined. That might be true... And if I could use something like this, I’d be even further from being human.
I tucked the Dragon Blast "orb" into my pocket dimension.
"I get what you’re saying, Gojo. I’ll believe it. But I want to discuss what we do next."
All eyes turned to Leo.
"We’re going to report the extermination to the military. The problem is how we report Gojo."
The room fell silent. Wang, however, glared at Leo as if to say, "What’s the problem!?"
"What’s the problem!? Just say the truth—Gojo took down two 'Leaders'!"
"It’s not that simple."
Leo said that, and Wang looked confused.
"Gojo’s power is too strong. Greys told me—no security can stop him. He just walks right in."
"Guess so."
I’m showing it off in front of everyone. Can’t exactly deny it.
"If that’s the case, countries will start worrying. A force that can bypass any defense and break into a nation’s core? That’s not even a Dragon-level threat."
Leo’s right—this’ll just stir up unnecessary fear.
"Even if we hide abilities like teleportation or stopping time, the fact that Gojo’s a non-standard combat force will come out soon enough. I don’t think that’d be good for Gojo."
"That might be true... but Gojo took down China's 'Leader' too! The Chinese government didn't publicize it, but Gojo should've been the one praised instead of 'Suzaku'."
Wang claimed he was the one who defeated the 'Leader' in China... Of course, that’s not believable.
"I get it. But that’s not the only problem."
"There's more?!"
Wang asked, concern flickering in his eyes.
"This isn't just about Gojo. It's about us too..."
Leo spoke, his face grim.
"Right now, more people worldwide are being called 'Abnormals.' It's said to be because 'Mana' is flooding the world. Either way, more and more ordinary people are starting to look down on Abnormals."
"Sure, some Abnormals do commit crimes using their powers. I guess it’s unavoidable."
Carlo nodded in agreement with Leo.
"And the real issue? The British Extermination was a success. They say no country's stronger than Britain. That means peace might actually be coming to the world."
"So... soldiers won’t be needed in a peaceful era?"
Wang asked Leo, his tone slightly downcast. Leo, too, grimaced as he continued.
"China might be okay, since Suzaku’s still there. It’s a communist society—government decisions carry weight. But we live in democracies. That means public opinion matters—both for good and for bad. If the people demand it, discrimination against Abnormals could escalate."
The room fell heavy with silence.
"So you're saying we shouldn’t report it... to protect Gojo?"
Carlo’s words made Leo nod.
"Gojo saved our lives and the world from Britain. I don’t want him to end up in a situation where he’s harmed."
Wang’s face twisted into something complicated as he spoke.
“Gojo… what do you want? Really… is this okay?”
I know Leo’s genuinely worried about me—through that telepathy ability. Kind of touching, honestly.
I told Leo and the others exactly what I was thinking.
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【Brest, First Military Conference Room】
“So… you’re the one who delivered the final blow to the Dragon, Leo?”
“That’s… uh…”
I stared straight into the eyes of General Hayden of the NATO Army, and answered clearly.
“I did. The number of Dragons will keep decreasing from now on.”
“Ah, I see. I’ll send an investigation team to England right away. Once confirmed, we’ll announce it widely to the media.”
“The Sanctuary Knights will be praised all over the world.”
“Thanks to our cooperation with the NATO Army, I never thought we’d achieve such results. Hahahaha.”
The high-ranking officer was in high spirits—but without Gojo, every single one of us would be dead. It’s my lie, but still… I couldn’t help feeling a little too relaxed.
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【Swiss, Geneva】
“Gojo-san, Leo from the Sanctuary Knights is on TV.”
Sakuragi pointed at the large screen in the airport lounge, where Leo’s face was now being broadcast. The NATO Army had officially announced that the mission’s success was due to cooperation between the Sanctuary Knights, “Suzaku,” and Japan’s Self-Defense Force.
Just like I told him—he took the spotlight, no problem.
I guess the environment where odd ones like him can’t survive is really coming. Even the Sanctuary Knights—those so-called heroes being praised right now—no one knows what’ll happen to them in the future.
I got on the government’s private jet with Sakuragi and Hagino.
As soon as I sat down, I checked my status—
Hero Lv99
HP 5317/5317
MP ∞/∞
Strength 105,630
Defense 52,800
Magic Defense 22,960
Agility 56,070
Dexterity 5,204
Intelligence 46,440
Luck 387,450
【Class Skills】
Magic Rank SSS Title: "King of Magic"
Healing Arts Rank SS
Combined Magic Rank A
Mapping Rank SSS Title: "King of Caves"
Arcane Library Rank D
Swordsmanship Rank SS
Martial Arts Rank SSS Title: "King of Fist"
Creation Rank C
Dissection Rank C
Stealing Rank D
Archery Rank B
Taming Rank SSS Title: "Master of Demons"
Alchemy Rank D
Archive Rank D
Qigong Martial Arts Rank A
Magic Sword Rank A
Barrier Art Rank B
Light Blessing Rank C
【Unique Skills】
Spatial-Temporal Manipulation Barrier Defense Demon Armor
Infinite Magic Power Super Recovery Divine Speed
Gravity Manipulation Supreme Invincibility Dragon King’s Coffin
All Status Effect Immunity Divine Eye
Goddess’s Blessing Immortality
【Skills】 【Magic】
Identification (XVII) Wind Magic (XIX)
Spatial Detection (XXII) Earth Magic (XVIII)
Strength Enhancement (XXX) Fire Magic (XVIII)
Thousand-Mile Eye (XII) Light Magic (XVI)
Magic Power Boost (VIII) Summoning Magic (XXX)
Heat/Cold Resistance (XVI) Lightning Magic (XXII)
Physical Resistance (X) Water Magic (XVIII)
Magic Resistance (X) Darkness Magic (XIV)
Magic Affinity (XIII) Enhancement Magic (XVI)
Growth Acceleration (XII) Healing Magic (XIX)
Stealth (XII)
Agility (XXX)
Precision Calibration (XI)
Intimidation (VII)
Computation Acceleration (X)
Telepathy (VIII)
Enemy Detection (XIII)
Imitation (VIII)
Mind Defense (VI)
Blessing (XI)
[Tame]
God Dragon Hydra SSS
Rock Giant Titan SSS
Flame Dragon King Shiva SS
Fairy Species: Spriggan AAA
Beastkin: Chimera AAA
Spirit Species: Phoenix AA
Gigas, the Metal Giant A
Dragon Species: Flying Dragon B
Metal Giant (Mid-Grade) B
Stone Giant (Mid-Range) B
Giant, Humanoid (Mid-Range) B
Giant, Humanoid (Low Rank) C
The hero’s level’s capped. "Blessing of Light" is a strong职业 skill, but the "Growth Acceleration" skill’s level’s gone up.
Is this what you get from being a hero...?
"Gojo-san"
Sakuragi, who’d taken the seat next to me, called out.
"Once again, thank you so much. You can relax properly when you get back to Japan."
Yeah, I guess... but there's just one thing bugging me.
“What?”
"France. When I checked the Archive of the Great Sage, France's danger level was 'A'... but every time I've been there, no monsters showed up at all."
"Yeah, you're right about that."
"Is it going to show up now... or has it already...?"
The government charter took off from Geneva, leaving behind one mystery.
That wraps up Chapter Six. It's been the longest chapter so far. I'd be grateful if you continue on to Chapter Seven.