Reincarnated as a failed hero?! Watch me Defy Fate! - Chapter 87

Chapter 87: Aftermath Chapter 87: Aftermath I managed to defeat Garmr, he was destroyed along with the ground floor of this dungeon because of my skill.

After using the skill my aura was depleted and my strength weakened, making me almost fall but I was still able to stand by sticking my katana into the ground.

Suddenly a notification appeared: —  [Congratulations!

You have defeated Garmr the Bonehowl Cerberus] YOUR’E LEVEL UP!

[LEVEL UP!] [LEVEL UP!] [LEVEL UP!] [LEVEL UP!] [LEVEL UP!] [LEVEL UP!] [You got The Bonehowl Ring!] This ring gives you 10% STR increase, and 10% INT.

Has a passive skill: Soul Reclamation, restores 5% HP when killing enemies below your level.

[You got The Fire Flower Pendant!] This pendant gives you 30% fire magic damage.

Has a passive skill: Fire Blast, releases a burst of fire that protects the user when in danger.

The fire from Fire Blast will deal great true damage to anyone who attacks the user.

The skill is automatically used and has a cooldown of 7 days.

[You got Dungeon Boss Magic Stone!] This magic stone is a sign of dungeon conquest.

It is a stone that stores a lot of magic.

You can get a lot of money if you exchange this to the kingdom!

— “You did it, Nao!

We got a powerful drop item!

And we leveled up six times!

It must be because of Garmr absorbing the dungeon monsters’ EXP, giving it a massive amount of experience,” Envi exclaimed excitedly in my mind.

“That’s true, Envi.

With this, I can become even stronger.

I didn’t rely much on Dark Magic, and I didn’t even use the Grimoire of the Darkness.

Finally, I can focus on enhancing my physical strength and reduce my dependence on Dark Magic,” I muttered to Envi.

“Exactly, Nao.

I have to admit, it’s impressive how you managed to defeat it using just Aura Force.

Not to mention, you even pulled off the Patriarch’s ultimate skill,” Envi replied.

“Hahaha, I was just imitating him.

The Patriarch’s power is far greater than this.

Besides, for some reason, he became my greatest inspiration in this battle,” I said, imagining the small smile he gave me the last time we met.

But the thought left an uneasy feeling in my chest.

It felt like the Patriarch might leave us all behind.

I quickly shook my head.

There’s no way the Patriarch would lose!

I still need to show him the skills I’ve mastered.

I was still talking with Envi in my mind when, suddenly, Vivin, Elan, Mia, Nyssa, Mark, Marius, and Julius approached me, their faces glowing with joy.

Smiling, I started walking toward them.

But my head spun, and my strength gave out.

I couldn’t reach them.

Even Kurogiri, whom I had summoned, vanished, a sure sign that I was about to collapse.

Slowly, I fell in front of them.

Before I hit the ground, Julius and Mark swiftly caught me, helping me back to my feet.

Now, I was leaning on them for support as we walked.

“You were amazing Naoki, managing to beat that cursed dog!” Marius said cheerfully, despite being covered in wounds.

“That’s right, Naoki!

We’ve finally defeated the dungeon boss!

I feel like we can even handle the boss for the final exam!” Julius was smiling but then added with a hint of sadness, “But I couldn’t defeat the boss myself, even after using my strongest Starlight Swordsmanship… I still failed.” I quickly replied, “That’s not true, Julius.

Your attacks left the dungeon boss on the brink of death.

I was only able to finish it off because you inflicted fatal wounds.

Cheer up!

You’ve become much stronger too!” I smiled as I tried to encourage him.

“Haha, I guess you’re right, Naoki.

But man, you’re seriously incredible,” Julius said, ruffling my hair.

His words made both of us, along with Marius, laugh together.

In that moment, I felt like this must be what people mean by true friendship among men.

We could understand each other and offer comfort when someone was feeling down.

Having these friends wasn’t so bad, after all.

A faint smile crossed my face.

Suddenly, Vivin and Mia shouted, “Master Naoki!” They ran toward me and immediately tackled me into a hug, causing us to fall over.

“UGH!

Hey, take it easy, Vivin, Mia!

I’m still alive…” I muttered, trying to push away their tear-streaked faces as they clung to me.

“Master Naoki, you really worried us!” Elan chimed in, his face as stoic as ever.

But I could tell he was concerned too.

Nyssa and Mark approached me next.

I said, “You two never told me you could still use Dark Magic.

If I’d known, I could’ve planned a better strategy!” “Hehe, Master Naoki, Mark and I can only use Dark Magic for a short while.

Maybe it’s because we gained it by force, unlike you, who have it naturally,” Nyssa explained.

“Yeah, big bro Naoki!

Nyssa and I just wanted to surprise you,” Mark said with his usual mischievous grin.

“Oh, is that so?” I replied, trying to understand them.

Mark asked me about the skill I used earlier.

I told him it was the seventh form of Blackmore Swordsmanship.

He was shocked since the Patriarch had never shown that form to him, even during the war.

I explained that now he had seen it, and I hoped he could master the Patriarch’s skill as well.

He nodded enthusiastically, his determination evident.

Then, with a teasing tone, I said to Mark and Nyssa, “You two both got your Dark Magic powers from demonic possession.

You’re a perfect match!” “E-Eh?

What do you mean, Master Naoki?

There’s no way a lowly maid and a fugitive from the Solara Kingdom like me could be with Master Mark…” Nyssa stammered, her face turning red as she looked down with a hint of sadness.

“That’s not true, Nyssa.

You’re an amazing woman!

I admire your strength…” Mark said firmly, taking her hand in his as he tried to comfort her.

Seeing that scene made me a little annoyed.

I felt ignored.

In my head, I screamed, “JUST GET DATING ALREADY, YOU TWO!” Frustrated, I left them to their moment and stored the Magic Stone I obtained from defeating Garmr into my inventory using Dark Magic.

Vivin and Mia approached me, curious about the Magic Stone.

I explained that it was a rare item gained from defeating a dungeon boss.

It served as proof of conquering the dungeon and could also be exchanged for a considerable sum of money if handed over to the kingdom.

Hearing that, my entire team’s mood brightened.

“All right!

We’ve got money from selling this Magic Stone-let’s throw a party!” I shouted excitedly, boosting everyone’s spirits.

But before we could revel in the victory, the dungeon suddenly began to collapse.

The floors above us crumbled, and the dungeon walls shifted wildly.

It felt like a massive earthquake.

Panic spread through my team as the chaos unfolded, but I quickly calmed them.

I explained that this was the dungeon’s self-destruction mechanism.

We would be teleported outside soon.

They still looked confused, but before anyone could respond, a massive magic circle appeared beneath our feet, teleporting us outside the dungeon.

Moments later, we watched as the dungeon entrance caved in, leaving nothing but rubble.

We returned to the Blackmore mansion.

Upon arrival, we were greeted by Milly, who gasped in shock at our battered appearance.

Standing beside her, Aisha’s face mirrored her surprise before she immediately began healing our wounds with magic, aided by the other maids.

Once fully treated, we were placed in the recovery room to rest.

I shared a room with Julius and Marius.

We were utterly drained, having exhausted all of our Aura and endured a beating from the dungeon boss.

Even though [Heal] had mended our physical injuries, the mental fatigue still lingered.

For the next two days, we rested completely to recover.

Meanwhile, Vivin, Elan, Mia, Nyssa, and Mark weren’t severely injured during the battle, which explained why they didn’t need treatment like us.

Time passed quickly, and only five days remained until we had to leave the mansion.

Afterward, Marius, Julius, and I would return to Braveheart Knight Academy to resume our studies.

Now fully recovered, Julius, Marius, and I left the recovery room.

Feeling refreshed, I headed back to my own room.

As I was about to relax, someone knocked on my door.

It was Milly.

She entered, her expression unusually somber, her worry for me evident.

It wasn’t like her usual self-normally, she’d mask her concern with her trademark tsundere attitude.

I reassured her, and she spoke of her fears.

She said I shouldn’t push myself too hard.

With the Patriarch away on the battlefield, uncertain when he’d return, she feared I might end up in a similar position.

She didn’t want to lose either of us.

I gently patted her head, offering comfort.

“I won’t die, Milly.

Neither will the Patriarch.

We’re both strong,” I said firmly.

Milly wiped away her tears, nodding as she took my words to heart.

To cheer her up further, I handed her the Magic Stone from Garmr.

“Take this to the Braveheart Kingdom.

You’ll get a lot of money for it.” Her eyes lit up as she eagerly accepted the task, her mood visibly lifting.

She left the room, and I couldn’t help but chuckle inwardly at her love for money.

Still, I was glad to see her happy again.

Despite my reassurances, the thought of the Patriarch lingered in my mind.

The battlefield is unpredictable-what if they faced the Overlord and lost?

I quickly shoved those thoughts away, unwilling to entertain them further.

Just as I started to relax, there was another knock at the door.

“Back so soon, Milly?” I called out, expecting her.

But when I opened the door, I was surprised to see someone else entirely.

It was Lilia…

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