I Was a Small Fish When I Reincarnated, but It Seems That I Can Become a Dragon, so I Will Do My Best - Extra Chapter 229
8-1. Lounging on the Veranda
As I sat on the veranda, basking in the warm sunlight, I couldn’t quite believe everything that was happening around me. Yet, this was reality, and everyone was rising up to deal with it.
But there was still so much I didn’t understand.
“Ughhh…”
I sprawled out my arms, laying back with a strange sigh. It had been a day since everything went down. Amidst all the chaos, we were separated from Ashera-san.
What happened after that, I wonder? I haven’t seen Uchikage-Ojiichan, and Lize-san has gone somewhere as well. Amariaz said he needed some time alone to think, and now I’m just here, bored out of my mind.
It’s not that it’s boring without anyone to talk to, but… it’s frustrating not being able to share anything with anyone. Why did Ashera-san turn into an angel? There was no warning, as Kenra-san had mentioned.
“Maybe I should try to piece things together on my own…”
I raised my hand and pointed my index finger upward.
“As for the magic tools… I still don’t know anything about them.”
The magic tools we retrieved in the past… Apparently, knowledge about the tools made by someone named Thekil had leaked out. We still don’t know where it leaked from, where it was researched, or how it was reused. I hope Ouren-san and the others find some evidence where they went… It’s all a matter of luck at this point.
“And… why did Ashera-san turn into an angel…?”
This is the most mysterious event that’s happened recently. I heard a bit from Kenra-san, who said that while they were resting, Ashera-san, who was under guard, suddenly slumped forward. When they approached her, she instantly transformed into an angel.
Then Kenra-san got blown away by Ashera-san’s skill, “Sturdy Spear.” It’s amazing that she only got blown away and wasn’t seriously hurt. That’s Kenra-san for you.
But… that’s all we know. Why did she turn into an angel? Is it related to the pseudo-skills…? It probably is, somehow.
The angels are collecting skills. That’s why they’re targeting those of us with skills. And they must be creating those skills somewhere. Those pseudo-skills are likely being bestowed upon the angels.
According to Amariaz, angels with pseudo-skills are weaker and not true angels. And the real angels… they were incredibly strong.
“But despite all this, Dad and Ouren-san’s seal was successfully broken.”
We really worked hard on that. Houen-san managed to escape on his own, though. The most challenging one, I think, was Lize-san’s seal. Well, in my opinion, anyway.
“Hmmm…”
“… (poke poke)”
“Wahhhh!!?”
“…(shoulders shaking with laughter)”
I was utterly shocked to see a formidable figure standing on the veranda. Why was he here?
“Atrak-san!?”
“…(raises hand in greeting)”
With a flap, he spread his many-jointed wings, stretching them wide. It seemed like it had been a while since he’d spread them, or maybe it was his age. I could hear his joints cracking as he moved. He seemed to have some difficulty, but eventually, his large wings fully extended.
“Wait, did you fly here?”
“…(shakes head)”
“No? Then how did you get here?”
“…(waves finger)”
With a swoosh, the air tore open, revealing a small rift just big enough for a person to step through. He gestured for me to look inside. As I peeked in, I saw the castle I had visited in the devil territory. It appeared to be a warp gate, similar to the one Dacia used.
But why did he come here at this time? He must have had a reason, but it didn’t seem like there was any urgent intention behind his visit. It felt more like he was casually dropping by, like someone going for a stroll around the neighborhood.
I should probably ask, just in case…
“Atrak-san, why did you come here?”
“… (points at Yuuzen)”
“Me?”
Did he come to see me? But Atrak-san doesn’t speak, so it’s hard to keep a conversation going… I wish someone who knew him would show up.
Just as I was thinking that, Atrak-san raised his hand to signal “wait” and then waved his finger again. With a swoosh, the gate opened. It seemed to connect to a small cabin, but before I could get a good look, a certain figure stepped through.
There was a sharp clinking sound as they stepped forward. The person wore a white outfit, the complete opposite of Atrak. It was a small, pale-skinned devil with golden horns and wings, though the wings were tattered. However, the wings were adorned with jewels and necklaces, making them appear less damaged than they were. They wore elegant, pristine clothes, moving with the grace befitting such a noble attire. Despite the bright clothing, their red eyes stood out strikingly.
“Hello.”
“…Huh? Devil….? Angel? …… Which one”
“I’m actually a devil lord. Nice to meet you, Yuuzen-kun. I’m Lurimkos, Atrak’s wife.”
“Pardon…”