Chapter 178
Unfamiliar Monster
Translator : PolterGlast
The next day. Since Ginia and Aoi had fully
recovered, we decided to return immediately as planned.
Greg had arranged a carriage for the return trip, and I had Ginia
and Aoi ride in it along with the souvenirs I had bought. As for me,
since I had to carry the large black egg back, I decided to run home.
"Well then, I'll see you again in Biodasdal."
"Graham-san, please be careful on your way
back."
"That's totally unnecessary worry! We have to pass
through another town, so if anything, we're the ones in danger!"
"It's just as Aoi
says. I think you two will be fine, but please do be careful."
"Yes. We will be careful."
"See you later then!"
After seeing the two of them off, I decided to run back to Biodasdal.
Since I could take the shortest route and move faster than a carriage, I should
arrive in Biodasdal by the end of the day if nothing happens.
One thing that concerned me was that this egg was gradually
starting to heat up. Perhaps because it was a Red Wyvern's egg, it was
now so hot that I couldn't hold it without using Ice Magic.
I wanted to get it to Bane before it hatched. Feeling
annoyed at having to use Ice Magic while running, I continued to sprint
toward Biodasdal with all my might.
About ten hours after leaving Klingark. Since I kept
running without taking a break, I managed to arrive at Biodasdal before
the egg hatched.
I really wanted to take a breather, but since the egg was
getting hotter even while I ran, I decided to head straight to Bane
without stopping in the city. As I proceeded along the deserted old abandoned
road, I saw someone standing in my way, blocking my path.
I didn't sense any hostility, so I figured they were Bane's
subordinates... but they were definitely not the usual Ghost Wizards.
There were two of them: a bright red skeletal monster with glowing black eyes
dressed like a Samurai similar to me, and a bright blue skeletal monster
with a knight-like appearance wielding a jet-black greatsword and a large
shield.
The red bone one was about my size but radiated a glaring
aggressiveness, while the blue bone one was over three meters tall and exuded a
stability like a massive tree. Both gave off an aura that suggested they were
no ordinary monsters, so I reached for my katana just in case. Just because
they hadn't shown hostility yet didn't mean they weren't monsters related to
the Demon King.
"Who are you? What is Bane doing?"
"—Graham-sama! Have you forgotten us?!"
"We knew we weren't in your sights, but being forgotten
is a bit painful...!"
It seemed these monsters knew me, but I had absolutely no
recollection of them. Monsters I fought somewhere? No, their tone was
respectful... Ah.
"............Could you be Aka and Yoru?"
"—Yes, that's right! You remembered us?!"
"Just being remembered makes me happy!"
"It's not so much that I remembered, but rather that
there's no trace of your original forms, so I couldn't tell. Does this mean you
evolved further through naming?"
"That is correct! By receiving names from you, Graham-sama,
we were able to evolve just like Bane-sama!"
"I manage the Western Forest where the Berserk Bear
ruled. Aka manages the Southern Plains where the Ogre
ruled!"
I named them because the situation left me no choice, but it
seems that no matter the monster, naming them causes dramatic evolution. It
looks like even their personalities have changed. It was good to hear that they
are being useful by managing the places that lost their masters... but giving
names is really something to think carefully about. I
was so surprised by Aka and Yoru that the Red Wyvern egg
almost became an afterthought.
"Is that so? I'm glad you're working hard."
"This is all thanks to Graham-sama and Bane-sama!"
"So, what business brings you here this time? Does it
have something to do with that monster egg?"
"Yeah, that's right. I came thinking I'd ask Bane
a few things, but could you tell this black mass was a monster egg, Yoru?"
"Yes! I have seen many monster eggs, and while this one
appears large, the resemblance was striking! Besides... I believe it will
likely hatch in a few hours!"
"Agreed! There is a slight crack in the upper
section!"
Since I could only use one hand and was holding it in an
awkward position, I hadn't seen it, but had it already cracked? I didn't feel
any movement yet, so I thought it would take a little longer to hatch... but it
seems I should hurry and show this to Bane.
"I didn't notice because I couldn't see it. Can you
guide me to Bane immediately?"
"Of course! He is inside the mansion, so please follow
me!"
"I will carry the egg! Graham-sama, please
follow Aka and head straight to Bane-sama immediately."
"In that case,
I'm counting on you. It's hot, so be careful."
"Thank you for your concern!! However, I am Undead,
so I am fine!"
After watching Yoru lift the Red Wyvern egg with ease, I followed Aka and headed toward Bane. I had carried it all the way from Klingark, so it wasn't strictly necessary to have him hold it... but saying that would be boorish. Without saying anything unnecessary, I did as told and headed for the mansion where Bane was.
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