Published at 10th of November 2021 02:28:37 PM

445 Final Preparations

I will protect the city of Alban from the legendary class ruin. To do that, my current MP and HP is nowhere near enough. My body was already at the limit from the successive battles with the shoggoth ooze Rogueheil, and the chaos ooze Demon Lord. On top of that, I even had a short battle with Lilixira. Im struggling to even move my body at the moment, theres no way I could use my skills properly

I glare at the two subordinates of Lilixira, Alphiss and Balear, who have fallen to their knees. Noticing my gaze, their faces turn pale. They must think theyre about to die.

I check their statuses. Alphiss has [Mana Release] and [Rest], while Balear has [Rest].

You two, Im going to stop that monster. Heal me. Dont hold back. I can see your amount of magic power.

II wont believe the lies of a monster! You have no reason to stop that monster!

Balear points his hand at me. He has the [Ice Sphere] magic skill. It seems he plans on attacking me with a ball of ice. Rather than giving aid to a monster, hed rather kill himself by provoking me.

Youre saying that after you guys tricked me with your lies?

Uguh

Balear grinds his teeth and glares at me.

Dont get full of yourselves, Im not doing this for your sakes. Its for my allies who remain in the castle, and for the citizens of the capital that youve wrapped up in this with your scheming. Im not going to do a cowardly betrayal like you guys. In the first place, if I was just going to run, I wouldnt go out of my way to negotiate with unsympathetic scumbags like you.

Wh-what! How dare a monster like you direct such abusive language to Lilixirsama! No matter what you say, we wont aid you! Abominable evil dragon! If youre going to kill me, then kill me!

Balears speech is firm, but I see fear in his eyes and a tremble in his shoulders.

Next to him, Alphiss appears torn, an anguished expression on her face as she looks at the huge hole in the ground. She closes her eyes, shakes her head, then looks at Balear.

Balear, if that monster continues to rampage, the royal capital will be destroyed. That cannot be allowed to happen. Wehave no choice but to take a bet.

Wh-what!? Alphis-dono, where is your pride as a holy knight!? You plan to rely on a monster we tried to kill!? Didnt Lilixirsama say!? That, no matter what happens, were not to support Irushia!

Then Balear, do you want to see this land destroyed!?

Im saying theres no way we can trust a monster! Alphis-dono, do you seriously believe that stopping it would be possible!?

That is

After shouting at Alphiss, Balear directs his hostility to me.

Aah, thats right, evil double headed dragon! As you said, we betrayed you first! Theres no way we could possibly trust you! Theres not a single reason that you have to risk your life against that monster! If I were in your place, I am certain I would do no such thing!

GuuOOOOOOOOh!

I [Roar].

This is no time to be saying such trivial things! Cant you hear it!? The sound of destruction coming from the city!

Just as I say that, the sound of another [Ruin] exploding in the city reaches us. Looking up, I see the aftermath of iridescent light spreading out.

See! While youre complaining, countless people just died! In this situation, can you honestly say I dont have a reason to fight!? With all the dirty work youve been doing, your sense of morality has been dulled! No matter how you think about it, this is no time for standing around!

Alphiss and Balear look to the city as they hear the sound of the explosion, but upon hearing my [Telepathy], they turn back to me, a dazed look on their faces. They exchange a glance, then nod slightly.

I-I understand. Ill give you all my magic power through [Magic Release]. Though I dont have much left

Alphiss says, clearly uncomfortable. Balear says nothing, but seemingly accepting, he stands up and hangs his head down.

Are you going to defeat that thing?

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One of the injured adventurers calls out to me. Its the archer who shot me. He was clutching the dead body of his female acquaintance until a moment ago, sobbing madly, but it seems he has responded to my [Telepathy]. He drags his bloody body towards me.

I can I can use [Rest] too, so I know Im in no place to make a request. But please, please, avenge Tina! Dont let there be any more casualties!

I silently nod my head. Balears [Rest] alone wouldnt do much to fill the massive ouroboross HP pool. The more people to heal me, the better. Of course, itll still be far from full, but theres no helping that.

After a moments hesitation, the other watching adventurers raise their hands.

I-I can use it too I I have [Quick].

Th-then, Ill give you [Power]!

One after the other, the adventurers approach me Im glad I didnt abandon them. For a moment, I feel a strong relief over my choice.

I receive the healing and support magic from Alphiss and the adventurers. The wounds over my body knit closed. My body feels a little lighter from the effect of the support magic.

[Irushia]

Species: Ouroboros

Condition: Power (small), Quick, Mana Barrier

Lv: 109/125

HP: 1172/2816

MP: 315/2718

Great, this is a huge improvement Although, of course, its still far from enough to properly compete with the ruin. The support magic is little more than a morale boost. The effects will soon wear off anyway. Even so, I have to do this.

I look at Aro as she stands a short distance away. She has watched over me throughout the entire sequence of events.

Aro, sorry. Im counting on you for nightmare and the others.

She nods, a lonely expression on her face.

I thought Dragon-god-sama might do this. I knew that you were a kind-hearted dragon. You didnt abandon the village father was in, after all. Ill wait with treant-san, so please return for certain Ill keep waiting.

I glare up at the ruin, watching it as it looks out over the city. Its not paying any attention to me.

Sorry Aro, this time, I might not be able to keep that promise. After seeing Aro leave from view, I kick off the ground and fly up.