Chapter 394 Dead Heat

The four challengers, led by Haruna who became a fierce god, were in the process of capturing the dragons neck, the last obstacle just before the head of Rimudo. The footholds were the second shakiest after the starting point, the tail, and the angle of the slope changed from time to time, making this a difficult spot where they couldnt let their guard down. It is easy to guess how severe the situation was, taking into account the physical and mental exhaustion leading up to this point. However, the number of hostile cells was clearly less than on the torso, so it was not all bad news.

Our turn is completely gone, huh.

I wonder if theres a difference in the number of hostile cells that can appear depending on the part of the body. It makes me sad to think that the fun time is over

Yeah, yeah. Youre right.

(Chinatsu and Touko seem to be very tired. Well, theyve been going through this harsh path, so its understandable. However, their efforts will be rewarded soon. Hang in there, both of you! We will reach the goal soon!)

The party missed each other at the very end. Anyway, the biggest enemy that stood in the way at the very end was this environment. Whether or not Haruna and the others can pass the trial, the result will be decided soon.

Dossei!

The enemy cells managed to form two fusion immune cells by pouring all the few remaining individuals. However, Haruna is someone who wouldnt hold back until the end. At that moment, the two bodies were crushed mercilessly by the Doggan Staff.

And then, the last stop, the head of Rimudo, spread before them, and the golden fruit, which is pierced by the majestic horn, finally appeared vividly.

Now theres no more monster! Still, its bigger than I expected!

Well, yes.

Rimudos horn is so tall and big befitting his huge body. Visually, its as if a skyscraper is built on Rimudos head. And then, the size of the fruit thats being pierced by that skyscraper is also tremendous.

Considering the fruits size, I wonder how big the tree is. It looks like an apple, but since it has that color, its definitely different. The fruit juice isnt dripping even though its being pierced by the horn, so Im not sure if its really a fruit.

Dont tell me, is that a monster too? Well, thats also interesting. But we just need to touch the fruit to clear the trial, right?

We might have to take the fruit from there. Well, it was our mistake that we didnt check it in detail.

Uweh!? W-What should we do? If we have to take it from there, its going to be troublesome!

Dont worry, the horn is still a part of Rimudo-sans body! With Harunas power, she can manage with one blow! Go go!

I know its not my place to say this, but you answer with brute force, huh. Well, its true that theres no other way. Then

Let me add something. You just need to touch it to clear the trial.

Thank you for your explanation.

It seems that Rimudo doesnt want his horn to be messed up, so he answered before the girls did something to it. Also, Haruna somehow looked disappointed.

Well, while they were having such an exchange, they arrived at Rimudos head. The land area here is unbelievably vast, but considering the path they had taken so far, it feels like the garden of a house. What they have to do now is to climb the fruit tree growing in that garden and touch the fruit.

Rejoice, Touko. It seems that Rimudo-san is going to invite us to a very special course at the very end.

What the hell is that!?

During this trial, Rimudo himself never attacked them. However, its up to him no matter where he flies during that time. Ahead of Rimudo, there are thunderclouds that roared with thunder and swirled in darkness.

What, you ask? Those are just normal thunderclouds.

You dont normally see thunderclouds this close up, you know!? Guuuhh. Even wild beasts are afraid of the threat of nature!

Setting wild beasts aside, Touko is actually a little afraid of thunders. The wildness that she regained has completely dissipated, and she is frowning and showing her emotions. Normally, she would be able to hold it even if she sees Thunder Magic, but now shes feeling weak, probably because shes tired. Now Rimudos horn looks more like a lightning rod, and she loses the will to climb up there.

Touko, dont worry. If its the current us, we can survive easily even if thunder strikes directly. Besides, theres a beast clad in electricity in this world. Rather, you should feel excited!

I-Its not that I afraid of thunder, you know? I can go, you know!?

Youre like an open book. Well, Im troubled. If Touko doesnt go there, the distance with Haruna would increase.

Eh? AAAH!?

While Touko was hesitating, Haruna was rushing ahead. She rushed at the horn without hesitation, where thunder might strike, while creating new footprints.

Geh! Theres nothing that shes afraid of, is there!?

If I had to say, shes afraid of not giving her all. Also, shes afraid of angry Kuon-obasan. Well, setting that aside, what will you do, Touko? Are you going to give up? At this rate, youre going to lose again to Haruna, you know? Youre going to lose again, you know?

I know, you dont have to say it many times! I will go, yeah, I will go! Dont underestimate me, Haruna! Lets race to the goal!

(Ooh, what a magnificent sight to see a girl making an all-out effort! I cant lose here! I will also go with the spirit of catching up and overtaking them!)

Haruna, whos trying her best, didnt intend to pick a fight or to have a match, but Touko, who has a sense of rivalry toward her, started the match on her own. As for Hund, he was inspired by her motivation and began to run as fast as he can. Thus a dead heat among friends was held.

Harunaaaaa! Dont think you can beat me in terms of speed!

Hm? Touko-chan and Hund-kun are increasing their speed. Also, she seems to be shouting something. Is she telling me to hurry? Okay! If thats what everyone going to do, I will also give my all!

Haruna put her Doggan Staff into the pouch and took a crouching start position. She lost a bit of time, but she judged that this would result in the fastest possible time. In fact, Haruna was leaping forward like an arrow after that.

Touko, whos chasing after her, is also fast. Despite the fact that shes carrying Chinatsu on her back, the distance between her and Haruna is gradually closing. As for Hund, even though hes a little late, hes by no means left behind. His stable running with increased limbs doesnt show any sign of him falling.

I GOT IIIIIIIT!

DAAAAAMN!

Amidst the thunder in all directions, Haruna and Touko finally lined up side by side. And then, the one who touched the fruit first was