Chapter: 191
If the quest rewards were given as promised, you’d be all excited, heart racing, anticipating what would come next.
Especially after grinding through hellish hardships, right?
It’s usual that enduring difficulties comes with a reward.
But I couldn’t even manage a smile upon seeing the phrase that said a reward would be given.
Instead, I felt uneasy.
Why? Because of what happened before!
Damn that shoddy, useless, perverted divine jerk!
No. No, wait. That’s not me talking.
That was just the Sloppy Fox hijacking my mouth!
I didn’t say a word.
Anyway, the great Lord Jushin Armadi, who oversees all gods, is all-knowing and doesn’t easily forget past events.
So if there’s a mistake, he gives a sharp reminder to reflect on what went wrong to avoid repeating it in the future.
I’ve been burned by that advice before.
I still remember Phoebe’s shocked face when I called her the lewd saintess.
So here I am, previously mouthing off about the glorious lord while completely clueless about the subject.
Hah. Seriously, this is unbearable.
How many times have I suffered because of that trashy, useless god, and now I’m trembling in fear over a single reward?
Is this even reasonable?
That jerk has put me in danger so many times without giving me a proper heads-up that I’ve faced death multiple times!
If that useless god had a conscience, he’d at least give me something decent!
And what? Like this shoddy god would try to kill me?
Go ahead! I don’t know what that incompetent god would be able to accomplish without me around!
– Ding!
Hik!
…Are you listening?
No, right?
Right?
With shaking eyes, I checked the first message and let out a sigh of relief.
[You have performed a miracle. Consequently, your Divine Amount and Divine Proficiency have significantly increased!]
Thank goodness. It was just good timing.
I got all flustered for nothing!
Haaa. Is this what they call Pavlov’s dog? I guess it’s because of everything I’ve been through that just hearing a message makes my eyes tremble.
So my Divine Amount and Proficiency have gone up?
This is a solid reward.
Considering I’ve been learning skills from grandpa lately and realizing I’m lacking in many ways.
I need to check just how much “significantly” translates into reality, but it’s undoubtedly a good reward.
I should test it later tonight with grandpa.
Even if my body’s not in the best shape, I should still move fine in practice mode.
I’m excited.
I want to see him amazed.
[You have gained many insights regarding the divine. Your skill now gains new potential.]
[The Ruel-type Divine Sword Technique is evolving.]
[Ruel-type Divine Sword Technique -> Ruel-type Divine Combat Art]
The message didn’t stop there.
This time, it was related to the Divine Combat Art.
It said the skill evolved, but what’s the difference between Combat Art and Sword Art?
Aren’t they similar?
Since both start with Ruel, asking grandpa might yield some answers.
Hmm. Let’s hold off for now.
I want to surprise him later.
[You have received a single-use quest exemption ticket.]
And what’s next…
Eh?
Exemption ticket?!
So if a quest pops up that I don’t like, I can use this to toss it away?
For real?!
In an instant, I rubbed my eyes as if I’d read it wrong and checked again, but the text remained just as it was.
An exemption ticket!
At that moment, all the ridiculous quests I’ve gone through flooded my mind.
All the unreasonable or silly phrases!
So I can make one of those disappear just like that!
Hehehe. Shoddy god, you’re going to regret giving out a reward like this someday.
I hope you won’t pull the petty trick of giving me the exact same quest after I use the exemption.
Let’s see here.
Is this already the last one?
That’s weird.
Considering how much trouble I went through during this quest, this feels way too little.
Hey, you useless god.
You think this is enough after I risked my life sealing that awakening evil god?
Even if you lack ability, you should at least give me something decent for all the dangerous tasks you threw at me.
Seriously, a miserly jerk has tiny hands too, huh?
How did this guy become a god?
Keep this up, and I’ll switch sides!
Grumbling while checking the messages, I stared blankly at the next phrase.
[During vacation, you’ll receive stat increases every morning without needing to train.]
[※ This is based on an unweakened condition.]
[※ Your stats won’t increase even if you train during this period.]
…Uh.
So, if I understand correctly, it means something like this?
During the vacation, my stats will rise as if I’d trained even without doing anything.
But if I train, nothing will go up.
Basically, it’s saying I can just rest during the vacation.
Is this saying to take it easy since I’ve worked hard?
Understanding the wording caused a laugh to escape me involuntarily.
So he’s not entirely devoid of a conscience.
I thought Armadi would only give me a skill or item or something, but he suddenly grants a nearly two-month break.
And it’s not just a simple break, but he’s saying he’ll cover any losses I’d endure because of him.
Given that I’d have to rest until my condition’s normal, this is perfect!
That was the end of Armadi’s prepared rewards.
I felt a tinge of disappointment but overwhelmingly felt that this is satisfactory.
After all, rewards can always be sought from elsewhere.
More than anything, I’m relieved there’s no odd trickery involved.
How nice it would be if he could be this generous all the time. Lord Armadi.
With a bit of concern for his apostle, I could express the awe that genuinely arose in my heart.
Having finished confirming the rewards, I leaned back with a relaxed smile on my bed.
Good. Since Armadi says to rest, let’s take it easy during this vacation.
I need to plan out my schedule slowly while recovering.
First of all, I have items to get, so I should probably visit the auction house.
And I also need to play with Joy during the Partlan territory festival, so I should think about that schedule too.
And then…
– Ding!
As I was deep in thought with my eyes closed, another message popped up.
What is it, Lord Armadi?
Is there a reward you haven’t delivered?
Or is a new quest being assigned?
Whichever it is, just let me know.
I’ll show you the abilities of your apostle.
[Festival Massacre]
[Show off your outstanding abilities at the Partlan territory festival!]
[Win against more than 10 stalls in duels!]
[Reward: Increase in reputation]
[If failed: Attend the party in Lucy’s past attire]
Ah. This quest was around when Soul Academy was a game.
It’s an automatically assigned quest when participating in the Partlan territory festival, but it’s notoriously difficult, requiring both luck and skill to clear.
It has a bonus feel to it, so there wasn’t a need to push hard for a clear, but now it’s a different story.
Now there’s a penalty for failure that wasn’t in the game.
That past Lucy’s attire, is that what I think it is?
Frilly and flowing, exposing arms and shoulders, a fancy dress.
Oh, I know. I’ve seen Lucy’s dresses hanging around the mansion far too often.
I’ve suffered trying not to tear it every time I opened the closet!
You want me to wear that to a Partlan family party?
Seriously?!
Especially with all the acquaintances I know showing up?!
No way.
Absolutely not!
Though it’s less revealing than a bunny girl outfit, it’s still a mental burden.
That looks like a princess costume right out of a girl’s anime.
Seriously?! You want me to wear that when I’m still a little reluctant to wear my uniform?!
Of course, I’d look good in it.
No doubt about that, at least on the outside.
But who cares about appearances!
I don’t want to!
The moment I step into the public wearing that, I’ll be kicking my blanket at night, tearing it to shreds!
Isn’t it enough as long as I succeed?
Of course not. If I succeed, there won’t be any problem.
How much can my already terrible reputation rise anyway regardless, but I guess I could make it out unscathed.
But you know what?
The Festival Massacre quest is not something I can control.
Even back when I was utterly hopeless, this quest had a 50% chance of failure!
And it increased to 10 stalls from 7 stalls in the game!
Seriously?! You think raising the difficulty of an already tough quest is just a push to make me fail?!
Hey! Sloppy Pervert, you jerk!
Tell me straight!
You just want to see me humiliated in that dress, don’t you?!
You want to watch me making a fool of myself in front of everyone!
You perverted jerk!
What will happen to you if you can’t hide your perversion for even a second?!
In this moment where I’m honoring you and grateful for your conscience, do you really need to throw this at me?!
Can’t you just pretend to be cool for a moment?
Huh?! Why do you keep shattering that respect I have for you, you trashy jerk?!
…Wait, is that your plan?
If you’re in a bind, just use the exemption ticket, right?!
You filthy, petty jerk.
Who do you think would let you decide that?!
It’s an outright duel, you perverted jerk!
You think I care if you’re not around?!
I’m under the protection of Dice God!
I’ll win boldly and smash your wicked plans!
Got it?! I’m from Soul Academy!…
“Hah. Don’t overdo it. What the heck are you getting all worked up about alone?”
The last thing I remember was the Sloppy Fox’s sighing voice.
Overcome by a wave of dizziness from the blood rushing to my head, I promptly lost consciousness.
*
“That girl is Benedict’s daughter?”
“Yes, master.”
After an emotional reunion with Alsatine, Karia learned this amazing fact while discussing various things with him.
The girl who saved her from the curse of the Evil God was that foul-mouthed brat.
It was completely unexpected.
She had heard that Benedict was proud of his daughter, but she never imagined she’d possess that kind of ability.
Eventually pulling out of her surprise, Karia asked Alsatine when she might meet her.
After all, whoever it was, she wanted to express her gratitude since they had helped her.
Upon hearing the question, Alsatine gave a subtle expression, saying she would soon have the chance to meet her.
About two days later, Karia got an opportunity to meet Lucy Allen.
After asking for permission, Karia stepped into Lucy’s room and lost her words when she saw the girl sitting on the bed.
Receiving sunlight by the window, she seemed capable of stealing a person’s language just with her smile.
The girl had an awe-inspiring appearance, as if a master artisan of the church fashioned her while imagining an angel.
It was certain.
She was the one lingering in Karia’s vague memories.
Hah, I can see why Benedict would be so infatuated.
With a daughter like this, he wouldn’t be able to resist bragging.
I’d do the same.
While Karia was feeling a mix of surprise and admiration, her sentiments were shattered in an instant.
“Hi there, old maid! Uh, sorry. Mistook you for a foul-mouthed old hag! Hehe.”
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