“…So, should we do it here and now?”

 

“…Yes.”

 

Upon hearing her response, I took out the High Wolf’s fang sword I had at my hip.

I made a small cut on my finger, as if it was nothing, to prevent any hesitation that would make Aya feel more embarrassed.

 

“So, what should we do next…”

 

“Excuse me.”

 

Aya took my cut hand with both of hers and looked straight at it.

I couldn’t help but feel a slight anticipation for what would happen next.

 

“Well, first we’ll do it directly. Then at the joint, and finally, I’ll take it back and try it again after some time. So…haa haa…here I go!”

 

She bit my finger gently with a determined cry.

I can’t help but think it’s cute, considering she’s already incredibly beautiful, it would be rude not to feel excited.

 

“…”

 

I concentrated on the sensation of being sucked on my finger.

A soft feeling, is this her tongue?

I unconsciously moved my finger as if stroking Aya’s tongue.

 

Immediately, Aya twitched.

While sucking my finger, she looked up at me with tearful eyes.

Somehow, I felt like I was doing something wrong, and the sadistic part of me was slightly stirred.

 

“Thank you. Then… I will start within 3 seconds after the inoculation.”

 

Aya, her face flushed, made a light cut on her finger with my sword.

She then gave her blood to the five billion yen worth of magic stone she had earlier, wrapping it with both hands as if focusing her thoughts.

A light as bright as the sun covered the room, and I squinted at the dazzling flash.

 

Then, a beautiful yet ominous sword appeared.

The originally green orb shone even greener, radiating sharpness.

 

“Huh? A sword?”

 

“Yes, I imagined this form when I made it. I based it on your sword, Kai-san. Its size can be changed a bit.”

 

“That’s amazing… I didn’t know that was possible.”

 

“The shape is quite malleable. Also, the durability is tremendous, as expected of an A-Rank magic stone. However, as I mentioned earlier, the effects of artifacts do not stack, and this is true for weapons as well. Probably it works the same way as ordinary magic weapons. A stronger ability overwrites a weaker one. Then wouldn’t it be better to start with a weapon in the first place?”

 

“Yeah! This is amazing. The shape is exactly the same. It looks very sturdy and strong. I’ll have to wrap something around the grip, but this is incredible!!”

 

Weapons imbued with magic power are overwritten by stronger abilities. This was a well-known fact. If not, all the clearers would be covered in weapons. But the reason this doesn’t happen is because only the strongest weapon exerts its effect.

 

To be precise, the highest ability for each attribute… However, I am probably the only one who knows this correctly, not just by sensation.

 

For example, if you have a weapon that increases your attack power by 100 and another that increases it by 50, the weapon that increases your attack power by 100 will be reflected.

However, if you had a weapon that increases your attack power by 100 and your defense power by 50.

At that time, if you also have a weapon that increases your attack power by 50 and your defense power by 100, both your attack power and defense power will increase by 100. This is how it works.

 

“Kai-san… How is it?”

 

I stared at the sword that glowed the same green as a goblin.

 

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Type: Item (Artifact)

Title: Demon King’s Treasure Sword

Attainment Difficulty: S

Effect：All abilities magic reflection rate +20%

Explanation: An item transformed into an artifact using the Demon King’s magic stone. The Demon King is a monster that is the endpoint of the goblins, worthy of the upper A-Rank.

Using a High Wolf’s fang, a sword forged of steel and highly pure magic power.

Compatible User: Kai Amachi

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“It’s a success! Aya, it’s a success!! A huge success!! Wow, these abilities are amazing…”

 

“Phew… I’m glad to hear that. It would be quite a shock if a five billion magic stone was wasted. Here, you can have it. My grandfather also gladly agreed, saying that if it’s you, it’s fine.”

 

“Are you sure? This is worth five billion, I’m sorry. It’s something that a country would want. It’s priceless.”

 

The 20% increase in all abilities can become an overwhelming power the more an upper class clearer uses it.

If an S-Rank were to use it, it’s doubtful whether there is any equipment in the world that surpasses this weapon.

It’s an artifact that could disrupt the world’s power balance.

 

“It’s fine. You saved my life, and my grandfather said it would help our country. And… I can’t… accept others’ yet. The manufacturing process is a bit…”

 

“I see, thank you.”

 

She’s probably talking about the body fluid.

It’s understandable that a girl her age would dislike drinking someone else’s blood.

 

“Now, I’ll take a little sample…”

 

Aya put some of my blood into something like a test tube.

 

“Do you need saliva, too?”

 

“!?…I, I’m not ready yet… so… I’ll ask for that… sometime.”

 

(I’ll be asked for it sometime… If she asks me to give it directly, I’ll be excited.)

 

With such foolish fantasies, we left the place.

Is direct inoculation a kiss? No, is it dripping from above? That’s also pretty erotic.

 

Later, Aya tried licking my blood after waiting a bit, but it didn’t succeed after time had passed. Probably my blood is recognized as my own only within a few seconds after being drawn.

After all, everyone’s blood has the same components and there are no individual differences.

 

So, do I really have to inoculate directly? This is a very erotic ability.

 

We did a little testing and then left for lunch.

 

“Since we’re here, can we do a little shopping? My house has almost nothing.”

 

“Yes, of course.”

 

We enjoyed a bit of shopping just as we were.

Aya was so beautiful that people on the street would stop and gaze at her.

It was hard not to feel a bit superior.

 

Her demeanor was as graceful as ever, and she looked like a model just by walking.

I bought some daily necessities while thinking it was like a date.

 

“By the way, have you already cleared the C-Rank cube, Kai-san?”

 

“Yeah, it was pretty easy. Next is B-Rank, but Tanaka-san is a bit worried… But with this artifact…”

 

We are now sitting at an outdoor table, drinking beverages to quench our thirst.

 

I gripped the sword made from the green magic stone at my waist.

In the past, there were regulations on swords and firearms, and it wasn’t possible to carry such dangerous items around.

However, in a world where dungeon collapses happen, it is permitted to carry weapons for self-defense if you have a clearer’s qualification.

Actually, in a world where people walk around with knives, carrying a knife doesn’t make much difference.

 

Still, it is a bit dangerous to take out in a shopping mall, but with the grip I purchased earlier, it’s now complete as a sword.

 

This is cool.

 

It would be strange if a man didn’t think this weapon was cool.

 

“I’m glad you like it.”

 

“It’s so beautiful, I can’t believe it was made from my blood.”

 

“Hehe.”

 

As we were laughing, a group of flashy individuals approached me to talk.

There were about three men with colorful hair, perhaps they were college students of today’s generation.

 

“Hot, isn’t it?”

“Hey, this girl is super cute.”

“…How about hanging out with us instead?”

 

I didn’t know there were guys who threw out such clichéd phrases that actually existed.

What’s their deal, are they getting paid? Even if it’s acting, it’s sloppy.

 

“No, thank you. You’re making me uncomfortable. Please get out of my sight.”

 

(Oh… That’s right, Aya is that kind of character.)

 

I had forgotten because she seemed quite gentle, or rather soft, with me.

The flashy guys faltered at her intense retort.

But these kinds of guys will see this kind of response as a challenge, I know because of the time I spent with Sato.

 

Piles of pride, they won’t admit they are wrong, no matter what.

 

That’s why I expected what would happen next.

 

“Don’t bullshit with us!!”

 

Out of anger, one tried to grab Aya’s collar.

 

If it was the old Aya, she might have been caught and even injured.

But looking at their status, they’re D-Rank, they’re not a match for Aya now.

 

“Ow ow owwww!!”

 

Aya grabbed his hand.

I calmly sat back down in my seat.

Right now, Aya truly has the power of S-Rank.

 

Of course, she has no combat experience, but she could deal with these lowlifes just by waving her hand.

 

It’s not a big deal, I thought, and let my guard down for a moment.

Some people came near us, and some were watching.

 

“Damn it!!”

 

The flashy guys tried to punch Aya in a panic.

But they probably can’t even scratch her.

However, I thought it wouldn’t be gentlemanly not to protect a woman and was about to reluctantly stand up when…

 

I was caught off guard.

 

Indeed, these flashy guys were weak, and we were in the middle of the city.

Nothing should happen, nothing should happen in this peaceful country.

Nothing special should happen with all these people watching.

 

But I didn’t yet know their true madness.

The madness of those who sincerely believe they are in the right has the potential to behave more outrageously than anyone else.

 

As well as that this country had already turned into a battlefield since that day.

 

“Huh?”

 

Blood splattered.

 

Not Aya’s, not mine.

Blood spurted as the man who was holding Aya’s hand had his chest pierced.

 

The momentum of the sword did not stop, it went straight through and extended towards Aya. The long sword intent on taking Aya’s life.

 

Aya can’t dodge it.

With her limited combat experience, she didn’t fully understand what was happening and stared at the sword extending straight towards her throat.

 

So.

 

Clang!

 

“What the…you guys…”

 

I have to protect her.