World Strongest Rearguard – Labyrinth Country and Dungeon Seekers

A fortifier ingredient that can be found at one frequency per 100 Dirty Mashes. It may also be because of Misaki that it was found only after defeating six bodies.

When I delivered the medicine to the pharmacy, they said I would get a sample. Madoka arranged for me to go to the town pharmacy, so as soon as the pills are available, the potent will arrive, but I can't think of any particular use.

Instead of using it as it is, would it not be an ingredient in the formula? Either way, it seems peaceful to let them sleep in the warehouse until the time comes to use them.

"I still can't believe the demon was alive... I'm glad you're safe back there, Teresia"

"I had a hiatus, but I managed to get through it. Sorry, take it easy."

"You wouldn't have reacted if you weren't alone in Alicht because you seemed so vigilant. But Theresia was okay with being in the same room..."

Elitia seemed to imagine what had happened in Sophie's hospital room as she listened.

- "The Sprinkling Puppet Master" said of Theresia, "I can't even be a demon".

Laila, a mercenary good offices, said the Subman was a changed figure of a man who lost his life in the labyrinth. When resurrected as a subhuman, it is believed that the Seeker gains the properties of a demon. That's why Theresia was never alerted to the 'Sprout Puppeteer' even when she was in my room.

Thanks to that trait, I was saved from danger. It's more about Teresian courage that helped me until I stabbed the crawling grass in my hand than it was because I was a sub.

She didn't take a seat and is still looking at me at the edge of the room today, but she came before calling and got to the table like everyone else.

"How are Misaki and Suzuna doing?

"Those kids would be taking a bath with me. I fought on dirt containing water, so it got pretty dirty."

"If it's about the three of us, we can go in together, but what's the point of saying there's nobody there when the rear guys get back, so we can talk and wait?"

"... but I was talking about Alicht. I'm always with Theresia, but I was wondering if I wouldn't change who I take with me once in a while. I can do it with a caution stick."

Elitia says as she put her arms together. Mr. Fifty Arashi didn't think Elitia would expose the content of the story, or put the tea in a strange place.

"Eh, heh, heh... be, it's not like you hate answering machines. Don't worry too much, I think you and Teresia will be most calm in the rear..."

I do want to say - but that's embarrassing or something. Teresia is already red as boiled because I can illuminate it.

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"... you mean even in order? It's not... Oh, you mean Alicht's going to nominate someone to take him"

I think that's actually what I want to tell you, but Theresia doesn't nod at Elitia's words.

"I thought so, but you still mean you want to follow me to the back? Back there, how admired Teresia is... I knew it."

"Well... enough to even look after the bath, so it's pretty good, isn't it? If Alicht hadn't asked you out, you'd have spontaneously done so."

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(You're not shy about the bath for some reason... No, is it subtly red? If it turns too red, we won't be able to get in with it, so you're putting up with it?

If so, there's plenty to be healthy about. But it's my conscience's appeal that we shouldn't bathe together as much as possible.

"... uh. What's for dinner today?"

"It's a Wetland Buffalo (Marsh Ox) steak. It's hard to eat in the town cafeteria."

"I'm hungry when I fight, so I need to get a lot of nutrition. I've been having an appetite lately."

Elitia says a little shy. I think we're still growing up, and I want everyone to always eat good food and stay healthy.

"Before that... it's a bath..."

"Mr. Fifty Storms and Elitia will be in next, won't they? Then I'll be the last."

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"Oh... no. Well, Teresia, men and women shouldn't basically bathe together."

My expectation that Teresia would respond to Mr. Fifty Storms' persuasion - and maybe ask honestly - was completely empty, and Teresia shook her neck sideways.

"A, I want to respect Alicht's relationship with Theresia... but that's the only problem we have, too, with waiting and restlessness. You know what that is?

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Theresia leaves for a little while, then nods small. Seeing that, Mr. Fifty Storms and Elitia seemed reassured.

"Well, come in with us today, apart from the rear..."

The reaction to the proposal was quick and clear. Theresia shakes her head to the side, and Mr. Fifty Storms gets stuck at the table in trouble.

"Oh, um... Mr. Fifty Storms, aren't you that comfortable with me and Theresia together?

"Oh... oh, you know. Don't you think it's a lot to ask that kind of thing face to face?

"Ma, wait, both of you. Okay, I can't force Theresia to behave. Then you want me to take turns and see how things go... I trust Alicht and I don't think so, but if I can be relieved by this look, I won't tell you about this anymore."

"Oh, yeah, 'cause that convinces Elitia... that? I don't know now..."

For some reason Elitia takes a seat. And he looked back at us and said, trying to get back to his room.

"... Misaki and Suzuna are coming up already?

"E, Ellie, I did think about that, but when you do, your mind is ready..."

"There are three women, and it embarrasses Alicht... because this, too, is to keep everyone's mind stable. Don't feel bad."

Elitia pulls into the room and rushes after Mr. Fifty Storms as well.

"Huh, refreshed. Brother, it was good hot water ~"

"... Um, are you guys going in together? Alicht, I'm sorry, Ellie is so concerned about Alicht and Teresia taking a bath together..."

Mental care for party members is also important, but I should have been able to not necessarily bathe with them - but if this happens, I'm going to have to brace my belly.

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In labyrinth countries, something called 'bathing clothes' is usually sold. The public baths in town are like spas available to both men and women, but there's no way they're naked, so they're soaked in water with hot tubs on.

When I found that at the clothes store, Mr. Goku wasn't sure, but he bought it somehow thinking it might be time to use it. Low-level quarters require the use of public baths, so they would be a necessity for seekers who are originally new to the labyrinth country.

There are two bathing suites in the Royal Suite quarters. But is it unexpected for the four of us to bathe, it wasn't enough for me?

"... I think I should have bought that too and worn it"

"Yes, that's okay... we're saying we can't, and I can't take too much care of you in the back."

"Teresia, let's wash Alicht for you quickly. How do you always wash them?

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As an elitist, that seems to be a relief if you put me in the tub first. Sure, that makes sense, but I wonder why I don't have the option to wash my own body.

"Yes, Mr. Fifty Storms. This situation is strange after all. Isn't it usual for Mr. Fifty Storms to take the lead and say no?"

"And you won't have a choice. I can't believe we're not doing anything when Teresia says thank you... because we're the same."

I thought what Mr. Fifty Storms and Elitia were talking about was that I was worried about not doing something weird to Theresia, or something like that - apparently it was completely different.

"Oh, I was able to get here because of all of us too... it's not the same to thank one or the other. I'm embarrassed to say this, but I think it's something we're always rooting for."

I just wore a towel around my waist, and I didn't think I'd be dressed to say this - though. Both Mr. Fifty Storms and Elitia look impressed.

"... that's what Alicht is all about. I know how that feels."

"Really... you're in the dorm all the time, and if I'm not enough to feed you, I can't repay you. They keep helping me, and I can't give it back."

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I'm just reluctant to be told so far, but the other way around, it's not good - that much I can tell.

"... I'm surprised you're thanking me in the bath. I'm really happy for you, too."

Having said that, I knew that future 'thanks' would include flushing my back in the bath - but I don't think absolutely no more because I can stay calm to some extent thanks to my hot tub clothes.

"Well then... we'll get started soon"

"For the first time, I'll flush you. A little, 'cause it's got labyrinth mud on it."

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Theresia adjusts the water in the bucket to the right temperature and sprinkles it from my shoulder. Even in the quiet, the water jumped and it took some time for the three of us around me.

- And when the three of us are on the steps of flushing our bodies, I notice a fatal overlook.

(... If you're not wearing anything under your hot tub, you can't get wet with water first...?

"Rear, spread your hands... until between your fingers, you have to wash them thoroughly..."

"... Alicht, what's wrong? My body's kind of stiff, though."

"Yes, no... not really."

"Pfft... you don't have to be so nervous. We wear proper clothes."

Can we end this bathing time without the three of us realizing what we are? It would be safer if something like a swimsuit were available one of these days, so it's something I'd like to get if possible - and now I just had to let my thoughts escape.