Tensei Shitara Slime Datta Ken novel Chapter 19

We were joined by Riguru and the others at the entrance of the forest.

A total of five days were spent on the journey.

But, it's still within my estimate.

Although we met many problems along the way, the main purpose of the journey was achieved!

On that note, I didn't see an Adventurer's Guild in that city; shame, I wanted to take a look at the Freedom Association.

Wanted to see if any of their members are "World Travelers"... but I doubt there are.

Also, the incident in the Dwarf Kingdom has sadly prevented me from further research on handiwork and armor... well, it can't be helped.

But, I was satisfied with my new comrades!

And, we earned 20 gold coins. Really struck gold right there... literally.

I introduced Kaijin's group to Riguru and the rest, and they exchanged greetings.

Since they'll be working together from now on, I want them to get along.

Come to think of it, the dwarfs seem less prone to discrimination.

Perhaps it has to do with the fact that they are, themselves, a half magical race.

Well, there was a problem in the beginning of our return to the village.

Ranga was waving his tail happily around me. However, when I told him to carry two of the three brothers, his joyful expression quickly turned sour, and he took a step back.

Then, while staring at the duo, he added "Will it be worse off if those two idiots get left behind?"

With a look full of intent to swallow them whole! Which, of course, terrified the dwarfs.

To begin with, when they first saw Ranga,

" " "Geeeeh!!! What.... is that..." " "

That's how surprised they were.

Was that the start of one of their performances?

I don't really get it, but maybe there is something amusing about it.

"Wa.. wait, Ranga! I'm just planning to mimic the black wolf to check its abilities. That's why I want to leave the two dwarves to you!"

Hearing my words he stood upright as if at attention, and,

"Acknowledged, my lord!!!"

And he thus consented.

Kaijin and the eldest brother Garm will get on my back.

The middle brother Dold and the youngest Mildo are on Ranga's.

To ensure their safety, I tied them to Ranga with [Sticky Thread].

After all, in a world with no motorcycles, traveling at 80 kph would certainly be a terrifying experience.

I don't know if it's possible to run that fast, and I don't have any intention to be going that fast...

Next, it's my turn.

Mimicry: Black Storm Star Wolf (Tempest Start Wolf)

As the mimicry finished, I transformed.

"Amazing!!! As expected of Master!!!"

"Fu ha ha! Even so! Work hard to evolve into this form!"

I responded to Ranga with praise.

"Ay! I will strive to live up to your expectations"

With a new goal in mind, Ranga's eyes were shining bright.

The other Storm fanged wolves were all just as excited.

Everyone being motivated is surely a good thing.

Then, I glance over to Kaijin's group.

There's foam coming out of their mouth... they fainted?

That old man... what the hell they doing...?

Oh well.

Time to put my daily practice to use! I use [Sticky Thread] on my back. I slowly manipulate the thread to tie up Kaijin's group... and, success! This way, we can continue carrying Kaijin's group even while they're fainted. Thus, we depart.

As a side note, I think it's a good thing that Kaijin's group had fainted. If we don't take this slowly, at a speed of 100 kph, they could faint from the initial acceleration...

The two siblings on Ranga's back, Mildo and Dold, however, seem to endure well... never mind. That's the rumored "fainting with your eyes open" skill, huh...

I offer my condolences.

The return journey was going smoothly, primarily because the dwarves had fainted.

It's probably better for them to faint instead of biting their tongues.

In fact, imagine yourself in their position”wouldn't it be unpleasant to wake up to another terrifying experience?

Instead, isn't it best to let them sleep with those happy faces?

Well, I'll wake them up for meals.

I know, I'm a bad person (lol).

Come to think of it...

"Oi, Riguru! Have you succeeded at summoning your black wolf yet?"

"Although it brings me great shame... there has been no progress"

Fumu.

Even Riguru can't do it.

The other goblins are also frustrated; the wolves, as well.

So, only Gobuta?

"So only that Gobuta succeeded?"

"What! Gobuta, is that true?"

"Yes! I called and he came!"

Hearing those words, the other goblins' and black wolves' eyes lit up in determination.

"But, that can't be. Gobuta is the kind of guy to walk to and from the Dwarf Kingdom on foot!"

Come to think of it, he's right!

You'd think he's just a fool! But, I guess he's the type of guy that can do it when it matters.

Well, Gobuta is a fool, but that certainly doesn't mean he's incompetent.

Come to think of it, he made a four month journey on foot alone while scavenging for food; if he were weak, I doubt he could've done it.

Thus, my mental evaluation of Gobuta rose. Well, sooner or later it will drop...!

When the night comes, we take a break.

I'm not tired at all, but the others need a break.

While everyone rests, I'll try out some abilities.

The physical abilities of the Black Storm Star Wolf (Tempest Star Wolf) are really high.

I could feel the power gushing out.

When I kick the ground lightly, I instantly leap into the air, and gallop through the air.

Combined with my reaction speed, I can probably bring out its full potential.

To begin with, most of my battles to date ended with "[Water Blade]!" and the enemy were decapitated.

Since strength and agility are important factors in a fight, this is a pretty good development.

Enough to say that I am satisfied the Tempest Star Wolf's combat ability.

From what I imitated with [Great Sage], while mimicking the black wolf, I can instantly kill the black snake. Without any special abilities.

I received an explanation on ranks in the town. The Lizard was a rank B-. Via the simulation ability of the [Great Sage], one could approximate the rank of other monsters. The black snake would never reach A rank, but, being able to defeat ten centipedes, one could rank it as A-...

Similarly, a normal”not mimicked”black storm star wolf is stronger than a black snake, but a fight against ten of them would be impossible...

No, wait... there's that ominous [Black Lightning] skill...

My instincts scream that it's dangerous.

And yet, I return to being a slime, and try it out.

The result,