Akatsuki Translations

“It’s rather hard to level up, isn’t it?” -Yuuta

At first, I had some dangerous battles, but I gradually got used to dealing with the Goblin Riders. It’s been a few hours since I parted with Evie and the others and started acting alone. I was able to defeat over 100 of them, but I still didn’t reach Level 6.

*Bzz bzz*

*Bzz bzz*

My smartphone vibrated. I took out the smartphone I had in my breast pocket and pressed the call button. It was from Misuzu, and

“Yuuta, I completed the quest safely.”

She said in a cheerful voice, which made me feel relieved. At the same time, hearing Misuzu’s voice reminded me that my relationship with Evie had returned to square one.

The fairy-like beautiful girl with golden hair. When Evie gazes at me with her beautiful eyes and tells me she loves me, I think the same. To be honest, I was starting to like Evie as much as Misuzu.

“What’s your rating, Yuuta?” -Misuzu

“Me?” -Yuuta

“Yeah. I got an A.” -Misuzu

“I… got an S.” -Yuuta

“I see…” -Misuzu

Her voice clearly sounded disappointed that my score was good. I had told her about that beforehand. If things go well, I’ll get an S, while Misuzu and Evie will get an A.

It would’ve been great if all three of us got an S, but for that, Misuzu would have to not use magic arrows, and without surprise attacks, she would have to wipe out the Goblin Riders suddenly in a fair and square manner without reducing them by even a single rider.

Why does the dungeon demand that?

Is tactical thinking not allowed?

Do you have to be a meathead?

No one knows the reason. But if there’s anyone who knows, would it be someone like Nagumo-san?

No, not those kinds of people, but there was someone closer who seemed to know about it. Rather than knowing, it was a person who inferred and deduced from the tendencies of the dungeon. That person’s name is,

【Monster Enthusiast Yonezaki】

He’s one of the top three craziest explorers in Kofu by a strange coincidence. A genuine monster enthusiast who reached Level 100 despite being a researcher. A person who leveled up by killing monsters despite being a monster enthusiast.

“There is no country that understands the intentions of the dungeon less than America.” -Yonezaki

The Japanese person most hated in America for saying such words. He doesn’t seem to be the type to actively attack explorers, but there are also a lot of crazy rumors about him, so I’d rather not meet him if possible.

However, there are rumors that he often wanders around the 1st to 10th floors for monster research. Among the top three crazy people, he undoubtedly has the highest chance of me encountering him. The only researcher said to be likely to reach Level 200, a crazy person.

Originally a famous biologist, it’s said that there’s no one who knows more about the dungeon than him due to his intelligence increasing from leveling up.

I kind of want to hear what he has to say, but… I’d rather not meet him until I’m at the same level.

“Well, anyway, I’m glad Misuzu was able to get an A rating.” -Yuuta

“Yeah. I’m happy to hear you say that, Yuuta.” -Misuzu

The only person said to have cleared the 2nd floor quest with an S rating as an Archer job is the 【Bow God】, one of the Twelve Heroes. Those who somehow tried to aim for Level 1000 have all met terrible fates.

Not only the quests for the Archer job, but there are also tons of other dangerous quests. And you can’t reach higher levels without challenging them. From that, some researchers say that the dungeon is trying to kill humans. However, Yonezaki outright denied that, and on top of that, he doesn’t teach anything.

Well, it’s not like he doesn’t teach anything.

“The dungeon is the love God has given to humans.” -Yonezaki

That’s all he says. No one knows his true intentions. Some say there’s no need to understand the crazy Yonezaki. But I kind of feel like this person’s head might not be crazy.

“Originally, it was extremely difficult at this point. I just happened to be lucky.” -Yuuta

For those with close-range jobs like Samurai, 【Acceleration】 often appears by Level 5. And if this comes out first, the chances of getting an S rating skyrocket.

“I know, but I’m getting a little impatient. Evie is the same as me, right?” -Misuzu

I got a call from Evie about an hour ago.

At that time, she told me she got an A rating. The method to get an S rating as a Summoner job is unknown. But I can make a guess. If you want to get an S rating as a Summoner job, the Summoner probably has to have their summon beast wipe out the horde of Goblin Riders without the Summoner’s help.

Evie and I considered this several times, but no matter what we did, the result was that Leen would die with a high probability, so we gave up. And it seems the quest was safely completed with Evie and Leen cooperating.

“Evie also got an A.” -Yuuta

“I-I see.” -Misuzu

“Misuzu, you understand, right? You shouldn’t rush. From now on, it’s possible for me to get an A rating and for you to get an S rating.” -Yuuta

“I know. I’ve decided to listen to what you say, Yuuta, so I’ll do just that.” -Misuzu

“Want to come over here for a bit?” -Yuuta

When I heard that Misuzu’s quest was safely completed, I wanted to see her. And I wanted to hug her and confirm that this beautiful girl was mine.

“N-no, I’m a bit, how do I say it… busy! I took quite a long time on the quest, so I’ll continue like this. See you again when we sleep.” -Misuzu

I made sure to tell her not to overdo it, and then ended the call. She was probably flustered at the end because she was concerned about the smell. She really hated it. I’m glad I didn’t have to wear that perfume, but Misuzu decided to wear it, thinking it was better than dying.

Maybe tonight, even if Misuzu is a bit like that, I’ll make sure not to mention it at all. But honestly, I’m glad Evie also got an A rating. If Evie had gotten an S, I think Misuzu would have done something reckless again.

I wish they’d get along a little better, but I can’t say much since I’m the cause. I like Misuzu, I’m getting more and more interested in Evie, and I can’t leave Imari alone either.

If it were the other way around, I definitely would have hated it, but still, I’m starting to like all three of them. Just the thought of making those three beautiful girls all mine gets me excited.

“Sigh.” -Yuuta

The depth of my own desires is cursed. It’s not much of a reference, but I felt like talking to Nagumo-san again. I wonder how he’s doing now? Is he thinking about me even a little?

No, I shouldn’t get carried away just because such an amazing person likes me. I should be grateful that he’s even giving me the time of day. But I’ll make sure to contact him when I get out of the dungeon.

“Being popular is tough, huh.” -Yuuta

At school, I desperately wanted to be popular. But once I started getting popular, it was quite a mental strain. All the women who approach me are beautiful, aggressive, and pursue me even if I don’t pursue them. I’m much more fulfilled than when I was going to school after deciding to become an explorer.

Honestly, I’m happy to be liked by three beautiful girls. That’s why,

“I wish they’d get along…” -Yuuta

Since no one was listening, I muttered towards the parent and child hippos that looked close while grazing on grass.