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Chapter 10, Let's hit the road! Or eh, dungeon path,
"What the-?!!" I heard Bell yelp.
"Welp, how am I going to explain this?" I rushed over to the training room. When I arrived, I saw Bell looking at Festus floating.
"Max," Bell started.
"Man I wanted to keep this a secret for now. He's totally going to freak"
"Why didn't you tell me you had a weapon that could talk and move on it's own?!" Bell exclaimed excitedly.
"...Eh? Oh yeah... Forgot Bell is still a kid..."
"Uh, sorry. I wanted to surprise on the Loki's Expedition" I replied after a minute of thinking.
"Wait, your going on the Loki Famillia's expedition? Am I even allowed?" Bell asked worried
"Huh? I thought I told you earlier... Guess not, ill ask Riveria. I don't think she or the other 2 will mind a extra person?" I replied.
"Um, could some of my friends come also?" Bell asked
I replied, "Sure, I'll try to see what I can do. Also, could you keep quiet about Festus? I do not want unnecessary attention right now."
"Sure! Uh by the way, who is Festus?" Bell asked confused
"OH SO YOU GUYS FINALLY NOTICED ME?!!" Festus yelled agitated. "Its not like I've been sitting here waiting for you guys to remember, "oh yeah, what about the sword that can TALK AND MOVE ABOUT?!". If swords could act furiously Festus was trying his best to look pissed.
"Geez, sorry" I replied.
"whatever..., you need to go right now if you want to include Bell in the expedition" Festus responded still slightly agitated.
"...True, I'll be right back Bell!" I grabbed Festus and slipped him into the sheath. Though I swore I heard Festus muttering "so we are just going to forget my outbreak? Whatever...". I jumped on top of the mansion to look for the Loki Famillia's place.
...
"Do I even know where it is?..." I suddenly realized.
I could hear Festus sighing. Again, how is it that possible? "If you want to get directions, say "Analysis, Dungeon Town Orario, direction objective : Loki Famillia".
"Uh ok. Analysis, Dungeon Town Orario, direction objective : Loki Famillia". As I finished the last syllable, a grid appeared on everything in sight.
"Only you and I can see this. Follow the green path, it currently should be the fastest way towards the Loki Famillia" Festus ordered.
I nodded and started running on the roof tops making my way towards the Loki Famillia.
After a few minutes of running on top of rooftops, I made my way to what I assumed was the front of the Loki Famillia's place. After I landed from jumping off the rooftops I saw Ais sitting on a bench eating a potato snack.
I started to approach her and when she noticed me she said, "hm?".
"Um, could you get Riveria? I kinda need to talk to her".
"Hm... Uh sure, just give me a minute to find her. I'll be right back". She hopped up from her bench and walked inside to find Riveria. I just sat on the bench and waited a couple of minutes. I somehow almost dosed off in those few minutes because I didn't notice Riveria till she sails, "So, what did you need Max?" And startling me.
"Huh?! Oh, sorry. Oh yeah, I was wondering if you could let maybe a extra 1-3 people on the Loki expedition?"
"Hm, If its Bell's group then it should be fine. I'll double check with Finn. Please give me like 20 minutes" She walked back in.
"...How did she know?" I chuckled, its Riveria. Of course she would know how I think. Wait... Does that mean she knows me better than I know myself???
After what seemed forever even though it was only 15 minutes, Riveria found me entertaining myself by setting up a target and throwing rocks at it and if I may add, I had some great accuracy.
"Oh hey, so what did Finn say?" I said as Riveria approached.
"Finn said he doesn't mind an extra 1 to 3 people joining. Don't worry, I did not forget to also include you" Riveria said flicking the back of my head.
"Oh yeah..., thanks" I said turning around. "I need to return to let Bell know." I started to leave, then turned around and said "See you tomorrow!". Riveria simply waved. I jumped up back on top of the rooftops and ran back to the Hestia Famillia.
As I was running, i thought "Wait, why was Festus silent the whole time?". "Hey Festus?"
"Hm?" Festus responded drowsily.
I shook my head thinking "Did he fall asleep? Is that even possible? Nevermind sorry". The Hestia Famillia's mansion came into view. I landed in front of it and let myself in.
"Hey Bell?" I hollered
Bell came out from the training room, "yeah?"
"Riveria said that they did not mind few extra people joining so you and your friends should be fine" I said as I was walking up the stairs.
"Thanks!" Bell called. "I'm going out to let them know, I'll be right back!" Bell ran out the door.
I went back into my room to change and sleep. "Ugh, this was such a busy evening". I left Festus leaning against the anvil. I hopped into the bed and said "Night" to Festus.
"Night" he responded.
About 8 hours later, early in the morning :
I was standing in the wasteland once again. I turned around and saw the lifeless/colorless version of me. I stated sarcastically, "Any words of encouragement?".
"Beware... Beware... BEWARE!..." It called out reaching for me.
"Beware what?!!" I yelled back as a storm started picking up the dirt beneath me. I raised my arm to block the dirt and dust in the air when I noticed the gigantic shadow leaning over me-
I sat up suddenly. I was sweating. "It was just a dream... Nothing vague or cryptic. Just a dream". I heard a knock on my door and Bell came in.
"Oh, I thought I would come and wake you since you hadn't come to get ready" Bell said.
"Hm? Oh sorry, I guess I was tired. Give me a minute, I'll be down in a few minutes" I said motioning for him to go.
"Alright" as Bell was about to close the door he turned around and said, "We also need to make a stop by the Hostess of Fertility, I got a friend there that makes me a lunch"
"Ok"
As I picked up the set of armor I was borrowing, I thought back to the things in the bag. "If I was that good to make stuff like that then its safe to say that I was proficient with crafting and magic. I definitely need to confirm that later". I equipped the armor and grabbed Festus plus the bag then I knocked him lightly against the table.
"Hey, wake up. Its time to go" I said as I knocked him against the table.
"Hm? Just a few more minutes" he said drowsily.
"Now." I sent a short pulse of mana to wake him up.
"Ow!" Festus yelped. "Dude, did you seriously need to do that?" He complained.
"No, now lets go". I said then walking out the door. Bell was waiting by the front door.
"You ready?" Bell asked as we walked out.
"Sure, kinda nervous though as its my first day and im already going on a expedition".
"Everyone acts like that when its their first time, you'll get used to it once you run the dungeon a few times" Bell replied. As we were walking, Bell stopped and said, "Ah, wait here. I'll be right back" and ran into the Pub. After a few minutes, Bell came out with a lunch box.
"Alright, lets get going!" Bell said enthusiastically and started running.
"Hey! Wait up!" I called after him and started to chase him.
About 5-10 minutes later we arrived in front of Babel.
I whistled, "Babel is more impressive in person" I thought as we were walking up towards the Loki Famillia.
"Master Bell!" I heard a voice call out. Suddenly appearing was Lily and her gigantic bag that do this day I still don't know how she carries it.
As she walked up she looked over at me. "So Master Bell who is this?"
"This is Max, I helped him out and I guess we're friends now". He turned towards me, "Max, this is Lily. She's my supporter in the dungeon".
I extended my hand for a handshake "Hi, nice to meet you Lily".
"Likewise" Lily said as she shaked my hand.
Bell chimed in, "Ah, I planned on another friend coming but he's currently busy so he'll have to pass this time".
"That's fine, no biggie" I responded. Then, Lily started poking me.
"So what are your abilities, strength and all that? I know a adventurer isn't supposed to share that information but it can help me on what area's of support you need?"
"She's most likely looking out for Bell, and I don't see why I shouldn't tell her, I know I can trust her" i thought. I thought for a moment trying to think of what I can do, then coming up with "I'm not sure, that's why I'm going on the expedition to test myself though I can handle most of the monsters in Seolo Forrest (truth yet a lie as well)".
"Hm... Alright. Any who, looks like we are about to go in Master Bell" Lily pointed to the main group. Riveria was talking and the last thing I heard her say was,
"If any adventure or group would like to, could some of you please be a type of scout for the main group for the expedition just in case of irregularities in the dungeon. Those who volunteer must have exceptional speed and strength to ensure they can survive and report any irregularities that may hinder the Expedition. They are also allowed to kill monsters as they scout but must leave some monsters for our new members to practice". I noticed that she looked in my general direction and we
made eye contact for a brief moment.
"Thanks Riveria". I raised my hand and hollered, "We will do it!"
Riveria looked over and said, "Ah. Bell Cranel, the famed Record Holder, his supporter, and a young man that I personally know shall not have any problems". Riveria turned to Finn, "I think there is no problems with that captain?"
"I do not see any problems, I approve" Finn replied.
As we made way towards the front to the entrance of the dungeon, I heard murmurs of things like "Isn't that Bell Cranel, that young adventurer that holds the fastest record for increasing his level?", and "Those ears and tail are so cute! I want to fluff them!" Obviously that one was directed towards Lily, and I thought "Yep, I understand how you feel man" as I heard that.
As we moved to the entrance Riveria pulled me to the side and whispered, "Be careful, your influence here may cause abnormal situations".
"Uh, thanks I guess?" I joined Bell and Lily.
"You guys ready?" I asked them.
"Yep!" Bell replied.
"Always!" Lily said cheerfully.
We started walking then it changed to a fast jog. We, especially me was excited to hunt monsters.
"My first day in the dungeon, lets make it a fun one!".
End of Chapter 10, Let's hit the road! Or eh, dungeon path.
Notes, hey guys! MinoMax here! Sorry for the long chapters for those who do not like reading a wall of text but I wanted the chapter that I came back on from my non totally procrastinated lazy "break" to be a good sized chapter. 'I'll see what I can do for the next chapter, I'll try my best to get it within a month max. Until next time, -MinoMax.