Chapter 79

"Treasure hunt...!"

I really want to, I really, really want to!

As I looked at the Black Dragon of the World Foundation with excitement, the Black Dragon of the World Foundation puffed out its chest and nodded.

"Hmm, hmm. It's good that you have such enthusiasm. Now, I will explain. Listen carefully."

"Okay."

"The Elf Queen's magic is only a temporary measure. If you use too much magic or push yourself too hard, your magic pathways will quickly become thick again, just like today. Furthermore, the magic you possess is very powerful. If too much time passes, the core will not be able to hold up."

"Okay."

"So, I will have you search for my treasures."

"Whaa...!"

'The treasures of the Black Dragon of the World Foundation.' What...! What an enticing name...!

Unable to contain my excitement, I let out a small cry, and the Black Dragon of the World Foundation chuckled with satisfaction.

"I created seven jewels to support the world, and I also made three treasures."

"Okay, okay!"

"The three treasures are designed to interfere with magic. ...Originally, they were created to amplify magic in times of world crisis, to annihilate enemies, or to create large-scale barriers for protection."

The Black Dragon of the World Foundation shrugged.

"I never thought my treasures would be used to save just one young Elf... But if you disappear, the world will end, so there's no choice."

Then, with a sharp point, he pointed at me.

"You will use the three treasures to control your magic."

"Control magic."

"Yes. Gather the three treasures and use them to suppress your overly powerful magic. Additionally, hone your [Magic Manipulation] and sharpen your sense of using magic."

"Okay!"

I can't describe this excitement in my chest...

—My life is at stake.

—The end of the world is at stake.

But more than anything...

—Items I don't know about!

I can experience something I don't know in my beloved world.

I'm so happy...

"Samu-chan!"

I looked up at Samu-chan, who was by the bed, wanting to share my excitement. I thought Samu-chan would look at me with gentle eyes.

But...

"...Samu-chan?"

Samu-chan wasn't looking at me.

Samu-chan's eyes, which were just staring at the sky, didn't reflect anything...

Samu-chan was normal when I extinguished the flames in the Elf Forest. But now, after I had another [Magic Surge] and woke up, how is Samu-chan?

Not the usual Samu-chan.

It feels like Samu-chan has lost confidence. Like the Samu-chan I first met, before the Guardian Contract.

I looked up at Samu-chan, trying to gauge her reaction, but our eyes didn't meet...

The Black Dragon of the World Foundation continued talking, seemingly unconcerned with our situation.

"Since they are my treasures, I know their locations. So, I will guide you."

"Guide?"

I was worried about Samu-chan, but I decided to listen to the Black Dragon of the World Foundation first.

It seems he knows the locations of the treasures.

"The first treasure is at the [Rainy Lake]."

"Whaa...!"

The [Rainy Lake]...!

It's one of my favorite maps. The incredibly beautiful water surface depicted in CG. What color will the water be when I see it in person...?

It's a place I wanted to see when I realized I had been reincarnated into my favorite game world. I can really go and see it...!

Excitement overflowed in my chest again.

—I want to see it.

—I want to know it.

—I want to feel it.

I can't stop this overflowing feeling.

"The treasure is not something anyone can obtain. I don't want it to be used recklessly. So, I have my servants guard it."

"Servants."

"Yes. The [Water Snake] that lives in the [Rainy Lake] is guarding the treasure."

"Snake!"

"Even though they are my servants, they don't always listen to me. I was sleeping, and I want the creatures in this world to live as they please."

The Black Dragon of the World Foundation chuckled.

"The [Water Snake] is strong, you know? Young Elf, will you still go?"

As he said this, his purple eyes pierced me, testing me.

I looked back at him straight in the eye.

"There is only one answer."

—Isn't it obvious?

"Leave it to me!"

The treasure guarded by the [Water Snake] in the [Rainy Lake].

I will obtain it!