Chapter 437 – Devilish Guys

It’s a bit of a concern.

Although imps can be seen intermittently in the forest, I have never heard of them appearing in large numbers. And if the number of such evil-looking monsters increased, there must have been something.

I thought about the appearance of an imp for a moment.

It looks like a grotesque newborn child whose body has swelled up to three times due to demonic powers, but its arms and legs are abnormally long and thin compared to its body, making it look even more horrifying.

It even has horns on its forehead.

Her skin is also black, and her eyes are always closed, which makes her feel very profane. It seems that there were also young individuals with small wings attached to their backs.

In any case, they are really nasty and sloppy bastards.

It literally looks like a twisted demon.

Since it looks like this, rumors are circulating that it came from hell or from the demon realm. Of course, nobody knows the truth. Some even believe that the souls of aborted children are cursed and corrupted to become imps.

Of course, to me, they are just small monsters dedicated to horns, a magical material.

“So, did something happen because of that imp?”
“There’s nothing in particular. So far, it’s just that such a phenomenon has appeared. Well, when something like this happens, aren’t adventurers spreading rumors first?

Adventurers are originally very light-mouthed and boastful, so trivial things tend to become rumors and inflate.

“This is delicious.”

Copson chewed on his jerky as he diligently emptied his glass. I was drinking slowly, so he added.

“Ah, but it seems to be true that imps are becoming more common these days.”
“I didn’t really see anything.”

However, I haven’t seen an imp recently while working in another village. It’s been a while since I haven’t seen him in the first place.

If there were a lot of them, I would have found at least one due to the nature of my job, but it was strange.

“Hmm, I think I’ve seen it in the vicinity several times. Well, it’s possible that you can’t see it… No, it’s not like that. Have you ever gone out toward the eastern gate? It seems like you can see it a lot around there. I’ve seen it that way too. It was.”
“Ah, I haven’t been to the eastern gate recently.”

Isvant has a large city gate, one in the east, west, south, and north. I haven’t been to the East lately. For reference, if you go straight along the east road, you will find Krasheim. Head north and you’ll find Baron Dodens.

“Can I have another drink anyway?”
“Yes.”

It would be good to set aside a day to check the rumors.

Something evil smells like money.

The mansion is like that, and so are the imps. A skilled adventurer is someone who smells money well. I have to smell that dangerous smell well, but anyway.

Shall we do some research?

“By the way, where is the old mansion you mentioned?”
“I heard that it will come out after going out through the eastern gate and going into the forest for about three days. I don’t know the location, so don’t ask.

East too?

Could the imp and the mansion have something to do with it?

Of course I don’t know.

“Keuuu, the beer tastes really good. Anyway, the rumors about the mansion were spread by some guys who got lost in the forest and returned. I think they prepared and went back.”
“Well, then everyone who knows the road must have gone first.”

As Copson said, if some of them got lost in the woods and found the mansion and returned to the city, they would surely gather people and go there again.

The reason why rumors spread must have been that the story leaked out while gathering people in the process.

“I think so. Actually, this is a story that lacks credibility.”
Hehe, yes. Well, there is a high probability of that.”

After eating and drinking with Grie Copson, I went outside. He waved at me, saying that Copson could go in on his own, probably because he was making money.

“Cluck cluck… It’s been a while since I’ve seen you. Then go in.”
“You too. Oh, but are you coming to the guild tomorrow too?”
“Probably so… Ugh, my head is dizzy… Bye bye anyway.”

It doesn’t look very good, but that one.

It will be fine.

As I returned home, I thought about the imps and the mansion.

To be honest, the mansion seems like a rumor, but I think the imps are worth investigating. There must be a reason why such evil monsters suddenly increased.

Crucially, these imps are one of those monsters that are not known exactly whether they lay eggs by eating rice cakes or giving birth.

This is why it was said that it felt similar to a spirit.

Whether it’s kobolds, goblins, orcs, the ecology of those monsters has been revealed in their own way. It’s more strange that adventurers roam the forest every day, but it’s not revealed. There are wizards who study this kind of thing.

Still, the imp is a mystery.

It is full of mysteries, like eels that keep the secrets of the deep sea. These inhumanly slippery, grotesque fish of nightmares are said to live so secretly that their ecology has not yet been clarified.

—Heretic.

I came up with such a keyword while thinking about imp.

At first glance, the imp looked evil. And in the past, when I went to the ossuary to follow the traces of the cultists, I had also found an imp.

If it’s anything to do with pagan bastards, it’s 100% money.

And since it happened near the city, it’s even more suspicious.

After all, didn’t they have twice infiltrated the city of Isvantra? They hid in underground waterways and even in slums. Of course, everything was crushed before my blade.

I’m guessing they’re still lurking in the dark shadows, working to accomplish that mysterious purpose.

They have the organizational power to infiltrate the priests in such a big city.

There must have been a conspiracy going on somewhere.

Recently, they met once in the Mist Plains. For what purpose are those bastards working so hard… The question only deepens… Oh, oh! Ohhh…! Imperialists, adherents of the Nazis! We have to cut off their money by taking their hidden wealth…!

When I thought about it, it became clear.

These imp pups had to do with the cultists no matter what.

Then, no matter what, you must investigate.

Whatever it is, Kim Katt never leaves the seeds of evil alone.

ㅡ Kikkiik.

With that thought in mind, I returned home.

“Bastard came early? Did work come?”
“No, I came to see Copson. I just heard an interesting story.”
“Fun story?”

Winia was sitting on the sofa, eagerly reading her magic book on her. Showing interest in my words, she closed her book and crossed her legs.

She immediately explained the story to Copson.

It’s not a commissioned job, it’s something you have to investigate yourself, and the reward is unclear, but it’s worth trying.

“It’s not a story that makes much money. At that time, I think it’s more profitable in many ways to just ask for a guild. I don’t know exactly what to do, and the purpose is unclear. And imps, do I really have to catch those suckers? Bastard, I guess I’m not.”

Winia, an intelligent canine who also values ​​​​efficiency, showed a cool reaction.

“That’s true. But if there’s something suspicious, it’s okay to investigate. Isn’t this kind of thing for the one who preempts it to monopolize. If you’re an adventurer, you should know how to aim for an opportunity.”
“It’s not okay. If you don’t have a dick, you can’t even eat your own food. Don’t do that. Just make sure to rest when you’re resting and play with your breasts at home.”
“Annit!!! Winiass!!!”

Anyway, Winia seems that she doesn’t really want to go.

As soon as I took off her robe and tried to sit down on Winia’s lap her, she pushed my hair out of her.

“Oh, not right now. I’m a bit busy right now. Can’t you see I’m studying?”
“Lehween.”

While doing so, Cloudy came down the stairs.

“Kat… Where are you going?”
“Oh, is Cloudy awake?”
“…I’m sleepy, I want to sleep again. Let’s sleep together.”

Then, holding my hand and going up the stairs again.

Also, Cloudy sleeps a lot. As I lay down on the bed, Cloudy burrowed into my arms. I can’t really sleep, but let’s lie down and rest like this.

“What was it about?”
“It’s not a big deal, I want to investigate because imps have appeared nearby. But Winia seems a bit skeptical.”
“Um… Isn’t it guild work? But if Katt wants to do it, it’s better to do it… Good job.”
Hehe, yes.”

First of all, Copson said he was planning to come to the guild tomorrow morning, so I’ll have to say let’s investigate.

I’m already guessing that the imps and the cultists have some sort of relationship.

*         *

The next day, I finally decided to go do some research.

“Um… I won’t stop you if you really want to go… Ah, I don’t want to let you go, but it’s not dangerous, so I’m allowing you. Goodbye.”
“Kat, do you have to come in early?”
“Of course they come in early. It’s a problem.”

Looking at Winia, she seems to have entered an important part of the magic she was researching yesterday and wants to focus on for a few days. Seeing the meal Risha-sama prepared, he seemed interested.

Also, Karin and Risha-sama don’t know in detail about the ecology of adventurers in the first place, and they seem to think that my going to investigate is just an adventurer’s business as usual.

“This is one hundred percent heretic involved.”
“You sound like an infidel. I’m suddenly nervous because you keep talking nonsense about bastards… Ha ha, it’s okay to just look around the city anyway. Do some research to your satisfaction and come back early.”
“Don’t worry too much. I’ll come in early.”

Then I headed to the Adventurer’s Guild.

Winia didn’t believe it, but I couldn’t stop thinking about the cultists. By the way, Mr. Lee Sha doesn’t know much about this imp situation, but if it’s true, it would be interesting, so she asked for an investigation.

It was something Risha-sama asked me to do, of course.

Condition is already excellent. The equipment is also perfect, and preparations for launch are complete. I’m planning to take Copson or a suitable guy and investigate the imps all day long.

ㅡ Jerking and bucking.

When I arrived at the guild and tried to enter, I saw something familiar standing in front of the building. Red hair and a blue nun’s uniform.

That doesn’t mean much.

「Elise」

“—-L!”

As soon as I saw Elise’s face, I couldn’t control the urge to burst out and tried to shout like thunder. However, there was no sound coming out.

ㅡTurn up!

It was because Elise was already covering her mouth her. A small hand covered by a white glove blocked my shouting.

Elise!!!!

“Huh, it’s already too late, saint.”
“Ooh, ooh…!”

Elise, whom she hadn’t seen in a very long time, was smiling confidently as she blocked my mouth.

“I knew this and waited in advance. As far as I found out first, the saints would never be able to shout. It seems like you did a really good job waiting outside,hehe.”

Damn it! I can’t!

Then, how should I express this joy…!

“Eh, Eliseette…! What the hell are you doing! Hurry up and get your hands off me…! Heuk!”
“If you promise me you won’t yell, I’ll let you go!”

I begged her, but Elise never removed her hand that was blocking my mouth. Does this make sense! How could you do this to me!!!

“Keuheuk…! It’s painful, it’s painful…!”
“Even if you cry, I won’t care! Saints always shout! Promise me! Promise me! You won’t yell!”
“Huhhhhh…! Hhhhh! Shout…”
“Shout!”
“I won’t hit…!”
“Okay! That’s it!”

But you’re yelling!