Is It Wrong For Me To Start With Three Skills In Danmachi ?!

"Ahem, let's hurry back to the guild. We need to report this at once."

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The labyrinth city Orario was as bustling and beautiful as ever. By the time the party returned to the surface from the 24th floor, it was already late at night.

It's worth mentioning that, due to someone's little scheme, while passing through the "Great Tree Labyrinth," they secretly pulled Ais, Bete, Lefiya, and the others along to scoop up all the super rare treasures recorded in the notes.

Don't forget, the Loki Familia's finances are currently in deficit. If they didn't take such obvious free money, wouldn't that make them idiots!

Asfi and the others naturally knew what they were up to, but with their overwhelming strength, all they could do was watch enviously.

The black curtain of night was studded with starlight, blending with the glow of the city's magic stone lamps. The dreamlike scenery made people unconsciously immerse themselves in beautiful fantasies, this was the very charm of Orario.

Because of the incident on the 24th floor, which not only involved remnants of the Evilus faction, but also the appearance of human–monster hybrids called Creatures, combined with the Jewel Fetus, the situation had become extremely urgent and important.

Thus, Asfi's and the other Hermes Familia members bid farewell to Fron and the others at the gates of Babel, intending to report the intel to their god Hermes as soon as possible.

Likewise, they also had to give an account to their client Fels, and collect a hefty reward.

"Well then, we'll part ways here."

Asfi was saying goodbye to Fron and Ais.

"Ah, regarding the remnants of Evilus, you must be extra careful. I have a feeling this matter is far from over. Oh, especially your god, that cheerful troublemaker might dump a whole basket of problems on you again. After all… Lord Hermes seems to be getting very close with Lord Ouranos lately."

"..."

If judged by relations, the Hermes Familia and the Loki Familia were by no means allies, since the Guild stood between them.

The Guild had concealed certain information from both the Loki Familia and the Freya Familia, which led to mutual distrust.

And the flashpoint was the attack at the Monsterphilia.

"Uh, Lord Hermes, he… sigh, forget it. I've long since resigned myself to being unfortunate."

Asfi wanted to say more, but recalling her god's conduct, all her words dissolved into a long sigh.

No, you're just an excellent tool, Fron muttered inwardly.

Then, just as they were parting at the ornate fountain in the central square, Asfi suddenly ran back.

There stood the princess with aquamarine hair, her refined and valiant face flushed red as she boldly invited him on another date, making everyone once again revise their understanding of their captain!

"A-Asfi… took the initiative!"

"Hmph! In love, a woman should strike first. Don't forget, we're adventurers! What matters is courage!"

"???"

Some gave blessings, others smiled slyly, waiting to see drama unfold, the atmosphere was lively.

But… only Lefiya, the elf girl, broke down watching this scene. Her bloodshot eyes, if looks could kill, would have already reduced Fron to ashes…

"W-well then, goodbye!"

"Mm!"

Watching the white cloak finally vanish from sight, Fron turned to stand beside Ais.

"Date?" Ais tilted her head, her gaze confused.

"Ah, a date… it's a way for men and women to deepen their relationship."

"Oh, that's a date. Then, does my morning training with you count as a date?"

"Of course!"

"Mm, then let's always have dates!"

"..."

After saying goodbye to their temporary allies, Fron and Ais didn't loiter outside, but went straight back to their familia's base.

"Twilight Manor," top room of the northernmost tower.

In Finn's office, Fron and Ais carefully relayed the details of the commission to the three leaders and Loki.

"That's the gist of what happened."

The two stood by the wall, reporting their intel.

"I see… such a huge incident. If you hadn't taken the commission, our whole familia wouldn't have heard a single whisper. As expected of Ouranos, keeping such tight control over information."

Loki, sitting on Finn's desk, narrowed her eyes with a cold smile. Whether she was speaking of the incident, the Guild's old god, or both, was unclear.

"The 'Fanatic', Olivas Act. Damn, even he's shown up. That guy, even after so many years, his name is still a nightmare to many in this city."

"Ah, the 'Banshee'…"

"She was the only survivor of that tragedy on the 27th Floor back then, right?"

"Yeah."

Gareth sighed heavily in his specially made chair.

"And worse still, that guy has turned into a human–monster hybrid, capable of strengthening himself by devouring magic stones like a strengthened variant. If Fron and Ais's report is right, that mysterious red-haired beast tamer is also a hybrid."

"Comparable to a Level 6 adventurer, that's troublesome."

Finn glanced at the documents on his desk and sighed.

"According to that red-haired tamer, we're to head to the 59th floor. That's uncharted territory… though it's already our expedition target."

"No one knows what secrets lie on the 59th floor. Makes me curious."

"Ais, what do you think?"

Finn decided to ask the person concerned, after all, that woman had called Ais by the name Aria.

"..."

Ais didn't answer. She just nodded firmly, then turned her gaze toward Fron.

"--?"

Caught off guard by her look, Fron coughed awkwardly.

"Cough… don't look at me, Ais. I just follow along. Besides, the expedition's target is already the 59th floor. Even without this, we'd be going."

Riveria closed one eye and took over.

"That's right. Even without this incident, our goal has always been the 59th floor."

"Everyone's morale seems high. In that case… let's prepare for the expedition!"

"When?"

"Eight days from now. How's that?"

"Mm… for supplies and gathering magic swords, that's just right."

"Then it's decided!"

At last, Loki confirmed the proposal of the meeting.

...

Leaving Finn's office, Fron, Ais, and Loki headed toward Loki's chamber.

"…Kid, you're definitely leveling up this time, huh?"

Though she expected it, Loki still marveled slightly.

"Well, you know, meeting a foe worthy of being called a great achievement, it's lucky."

"You… don't be so reckless next time. At least have everyone watching, so I can worry less. If you keep this up, you'll give me a headache!"

"Uh, didn't I see Bete and Lefiya coming to help? Otherwise I wouldn't have done that."

Loki rubbed her forehead and sighed.

"Don't know why, but I feel like you're getting as reckless as Ais."

"..." Ais tilted her head adorably, staring blankly at Loki.

"..."

"Ais, you're coming in too?"

"Can I?"

Loki looked at Fron. He shrugged.

"Of course. She's family to me. Besides, everyone already knows my stats, nothing to hide."

In the chamber, with his back to Loki, Fron revealed his falna.

Unlike before, this time Ais was also watching.

"Alright, I'm starting."

"Mm." Pricking her finger, Loki dropped divine blood and sublimated his falna.

"Just as I thought, your stats are maxed out."

"Excelia?"

"Hehehe, no problem. You can level up!"

"Then do it now!"

"Fufufu, sure thing!"

...

In the courtyard, Tione, Tiona, Lefiya, Anakitty, and Alicia were chatting.

"Man, it's been so boring these past few days. Wonder what Ais and Fron are up to."

"Eh? Didn't they take some weird commission? I heard they came back late last night!"

"Really?"

"Didn't Lefiya and Bete go too? Isn't that right?"

"Y-yes, Miss Tione."

"C'mon, Lefiya, tell us about it!"

"O-okay. But Bete and I only know the latter half. As for the beginning…"

"Fron reached Level 5!!!!!!!"

Like an announcement, the voice resounded through all of Twilight Manor.