episode_0065
by fnovelpia
No matter how embarrassing his posture was, the sinister aura that Kalt gave off was real.
“Ha, ha, ha, ha.”
Nellis began to feel as if she had suddenly entered the scene of a fierce battle just to survive, and the thought that someone much stronger than herself, called Kaltra, was dealing with her strongly tightened Nellis’s heart.
An ordinary person would be embarrassed, surprised, or silent at the sudden change if suddenly faced with living in this position, but Nellis was different.
Even with this attitude, the original mental problem caused the phenomenon that occurs when confronting a strong person.
Normally, Nellis would not run away when faced with a strong person, but being this close made her even more fearful.
“Hush! Ugh!”
With a desire to run away and a desire not to remain in this state, Nellis immediately tried to get out of this position.
I tried to get away from Kalt by strengthening my arms and struggling with my legs.
But Kalt didn’t budge.
Not only the hand holding Nellis’s wrist, but also Kalt’s thighs pressing on Nellis’ legs were restraining Nellis with such force that she could not escape even an inch.
“Nellis.”
“Ugh…!”
“I know it’s hard right now, but you have to get used to this feeling and have the mindset to overcome it.”
“Ka, Kalt… Mr, Mr….”
Kalt’s voice was somewhat cold.
However, what he was saying was still a kind Kalt who was thinking about himself.
‘Yes, yes. This is special training. Special training that allows you to demonstrate your strength properly without being scared even when faced with an opponent stronger than you… !”
My teeth are chattering, my teeth are chattering, cold sweat is pouring out, and my heart is pounding from the constant exposure to death.
“Stay like this, Nellis. Get used to this feeling so you can gain courage.”
“Hey, courage…!”
Nellis gritted her teeth and nodded.
“yes!”
And the special training for Nellis lasted for 5 minutes.
This is because after 5 minutes, Kalt judged that Nellis’ condition had reached its limit and stopped.
They say their courage is gradually increasing, but this is still their first attempt.
Kalt thought this was enough.
“Haa, haa, haa, haa.”
After finishing the special training, Nellis was covered in sweat.
A state consisting only of cold sweat, not vigorous exercise.
The blanket on the bed was also damp with cold sweat.
“Nellis, are you okay?”
“It’s okay, Mr. Kalt.”
Nellis was grateful that Kalt asked how she was doing.
At the same time, I realized again how serious and pitiful my problem was.
You can do it yourself.
The moment I decided to properly carry out the special training Kalt was talking about, this is what happened.
‘me… ‘Can I really get better after receiving Mr. Kalt’s special training?’
Rather than doubting Kalt, I think this is because I feel so pathetic.
Still, I had no intention of giving up.
“Nellis, take a shower first. I’ll talk to the innkeeper and ask him to change the blankets.”
“Yes. Thank you, Mr. Kalt.”
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Two days later, Nellis’ party moved to exterminate the Lizardmen living in a dungeon near the commercial city of Tridia, rather than subjugating the Tentacle Bore.
“Whoa….”
Arriving in front of the dungeon, Nellis exhaled nervously.
‘I’m finally fighting a difficulty C monster.’
I feel nervous thinking that I am now going to fight a monster that I think is stronger than me.
Additionally, Nellis has bad memories about difficulty C monsters.
When I formed a party with Scarlett and Aria, Nellis thought she had become stronger, so she took on a request to exterminate a difficulty C monster.
However, after being attacked by a level C monster, Nellis realized right away.
Ah, this monster is stronger than me.
The moment I realized that, my mental problems started causing trouble.
Fortunately, after seeing Nellis’ unusual appearance, Scarlett was able to use magic continuously from behind to kill the monster.
Thinking about that time, Nellis’ body still trembled, but she gathered herself together.
‘Now, Mr. Kalt is there too. And there was progress in the special training.’
I was able to endure the second special training I did yesterday for about a minute longer than the first time.
Nellis could definitely feel that courage was blooming within her, even more so than during her first special training.
That’s why Nellis strengthened her resolve and shouted in front of the dungeon.
“song!”
And Nellis’ party moved into the dungeon.
Dungeon.
It is what is called the mystery of the world.
A mysterious place that creates an infinite amount of monsters of a certain type on a regular basis.
Not only that, it can be said to be a mystery itself as once inside, a space suitable for the object unfolds.
In the deepest part of each dungeon, there is a space with a powerful monster called the dungeon boss, and the front of that space is blocked by a door.
Why there is a door and why there is a dungeon boss in each dungeon is a mystery that has not yet been revealed.
And this time, the environment of the dungeon where the Lizardmen that Nellis’ party entered mainly appeared was a wetland.
There is wood, but the floor is wet and damp.
Soggy and mud-filled terrain welcomed adventurers.
“Nellis, I’m going to deal with the Lizardmen first, so get ready, okay?”
“Yes, Mr. Kalt!”
“Are we taking turns fighting again this time?”
“Yes, if the difficulty level is C, it’s not enough to attack all at once.”
As they moved for a while, Nellis’ party encountered two Lizardmen with green skin, flashing yellow eyes, and holding spears in both hands.
“Nellis, watch carefully!”
As mentioned before, Kalt kicked the muddy floor and rushed towards the Lizardman.
Hearing the squishing sound, the Lizardman immediately turned his head in the direction where the enemy was coming.
And the Lizardmen’s stabs aimed at Kalt.
Two spears were thrown towards Kalt, but for Kalt, the attack was too slow.
If you want, you can immediately dodge the spear and cut off the heads of the Lizardmen, but Kalt’s goal now is to show off a battle that serves as an example for Nellis.
In the case of Nellis, since she also has the power of protection, a more crude fighting style suits her.
Kaaaang!
First, Kalt deflected one of the spears that was thrown out with a swing of his sword.
Then he grabbed the remaining spear pole and pulled it inside.
The Lizardman was unable to overcome Kalt’s power and was dragged away, and Kalt’s sword swung again.
Suddenly!
‘Hmm, it tastes good.’
The skill of the knife that the old man had maintained easily cut through the skin of a Lizardman, a level C monster.
The remaining Lizardmen adjusted their spears and tried to strike again.
Letting go of the spear he had grabbed, Kalt closed the distance before the Lizardman attacked again and swung his sword.
Without even getting a chance to counterattack, the second Lizardman flopped down and fell on the mud.
“wow….”
Nellis, who watched the scene from behind, could not help but be impressed by Kalt’s skills.
How could it be possible to use a monster’s weapon as a means of defeating it?
This was new to Nellis, who usually swings her sword while first avoiding or blocking the opponent’s attack when attacking.
While digging for magic stones, Kalt asked Nellis.
“How did you think I was fighting just now, Nellis?”
“It was awesome!”
“What else?”
“Uh, um… I didn’t expect to grab a monster’s weapon.”
“Remember this carefully. Nellis will be able to apply this method in many ways.”
“Uh, application?”
“Yes, with your blessing, you will be able to grab and pull the enemy’s weapon, no matter if it is sharp or pointed.”
“Ah! Why don’t you show me that!”
“You may still be scared and not able to do anything, but think carefully about what you can do by applying your abilities. Now, let’s let Nellis go first next time.”
“Yes! Mr. Kalt!”
‘Okay, I’ll show Mr. Kalt how cool he is!’
And after a while, Nellis was lucky enough to encounter a Lizardman.
“Whoa….”
When she stood in front of the Lizardman, Nellis’ hands trembled.
Nellis still had fear in front of a monster of a level that could never be said to be weaker than her.
but.
‘I can face it… there is!’
The strength gained from special training with Kalt.
Nellis now had the courage to face monsters stronger than herself and use her own protection at the same time.
It could never be said to be enough.
I’m still afraid, and my arms are still shaking.
But it can be tolerated.
I can bear it.
I wasn’t as helpless as before.
For Nellis, who knew how severe her symptoms were, the current situation seemed hopeful.
“Haaa!”
Nellis went forward with great spirit to give herself more courage.
Kalt was prepared to jump out at any time, just in case.
The Lizardman quickly turned his head, noticed Nellis’ presence, and thrust out his spear.
‘You can avoid it!’
No matter how much Kalt showed us how to apply it, it only works if you completely overcome it yourself.
Nellis first decided to fight in the way she was most confident.
Because she did not miss Kalt’s training every day, Nellis avoided the Lizardman’s spear by moving to the side.
After dodging the attack, Nellis charged again and closed the distance, swinging his sword according to Kalt’s instructions.
Suddenly!
-Kishaaa!
Nellis’ sword pierced the Lizardman’s scales and cut into his abdomen.
‘Shallow! but… through! It’s a monster that my attacks work on! Can be defeated… ‘It’s a monster!’
The accomplishments achieved through Nellis’s courage and her growing skills further strengthened her.
And Nellis fought with the Lizardmen several times.
Concentrating as much as possible on the Lizardman, he dodged the attack and swung his sword.
I couldn’t finish it right away.
I couldn’t say I won comfortably.
Nevertheless, Nellis’ newly purchased Alexcalibur Neo definitely cut off the flesh along with the Lizardman’s scales.
“haha!”
Finally, Nellis was able to defeat the difficulty C monster alone.
“Ah, ahhh!”
Nellis let out a cry of emotion.
Kalt was proud when he saw that scene.
It was quite rewarding to see Nellis, a young warrior, grow step by step as she absorbed her teachings.
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