The Dark Warrior

“...Won’t powerful goblins show up?”

“There are powerful goblins, but they won’t show up at the forest we are heading

to. The strong goblins are usually tribal leaders, they won’t activate the whole

tribe.”

“The Goblins also know the human’s area of influence, so they understand

attacking en masse would be disastrous. Especially the powerful goblins that

are intelligent.”

"Nabel-san can use rank 3 spells, so there are no problems even if we do

encounter them, right?"

"I see. But I have to remind you, there are goblins that can use rank 3 spells as wel . Can you tell me what kind of monsters we might encounter for reference?"

The Sword of Darkness members turned to Ninya. Understanding their

intentions, he assumed a teacher’s expression and started to explain:

"We are likely to meet goblins and their wolves. As for other monsters, there are no records of strong enemies showing up in the region. The most dangerous

monsters in the plains are probably ogres."

"We won't enter the forest?"

"Yes, because the forest is dangerous. Jumping leeches and jumping bugs are

stil manageable. But Execution Spiders that shoot webs from treetops and

forest snakes that attack from below with gaping mouths are hard to handle."

So that was the reason.

Ainz nodded in comprehension. They were hunting monsters that wandered

from the forest into the plains.

"That's the plan Momon-san. What do you think? Wil ing to lend us a hand?"

"... Yes, please take care of me then... but before that, can I confirm the wages?"

"Ah, that's right, wages are important. In principle, Momon-san's team wil be

cooperating with our team, so we wil split the earnings."

"Considering the number of members, this arrangement seems very generous."

"But Momon-san’s team wil need to handle half the monsters we encounter. We

can only use spells up to rank 2. Taking this into consideration, it’s a fair

arrangement."

Ainz pretended to consider for a moment before nodding in agreement:

"This arrangement is fine, let’s fight together. Since we wil be working alongside each other, I wil let everyone see my face."

Ainz took off his helmet after finishing, surprising the four of them with his looks.

"Black hair and eyes just like Nabel-san, you don't seem to be from around here.

I heard people like Momon-san are common in the south, do you hail from

there?"

"Yes, we came from a land faraway."

“He is older than expected, old enough to be called 'uncle’.” “That's rude, a

warrior on the level of a 3rd tier magician like Nabel should be about this age.”

“Nabel-san is great.”

Not only was Ainz's hearing good enough to hear Peter, he was also able to

hear everything the other three men were whispering to each other"

Ainz felt uncomfortable being referred to as an old man, but that would be

normal in the eyes of these youngsters. If sixteen was old enough to be

considered as an adult, then Ainz was indeed an uncle.

"Now that you’ve seen what I look like, I’l continue to hide my face. We might

get into unnecessary trouble if others learn I’m a foreigner."

Ainz said as he put his helmet back on again.

A gleeful smile surfaced under the helmet. To be on the safe side, Ainz casted

an il usion spell earlier. Although it was a low-grade spell that was broken by any

physical contact.

"Since we will be hunting together, it would be best if we sort out any issues. Do you have any questions for us?"

"Me!"

Hearing Ainz's question, Lukeluther's shot up strongly:

After confirming no one other than him had any queries, Lukeluther asked

Narberal in a clear voice:

"Please tell me what’s the relationship between you two!"

The place turned silent.

Ainz didn't know the intent behind this question, while Peter's team knew exactly

what Lukeluther was after.

"...We are companions."

After Ainz answered, Lukeluther's next question caused an uproar.

"I have fallen for you! It's love at first sight! Please go out with me!"

Everyone looked at Lukeluther, knowing he wasn’t trying to deepen their

relationship with a joke. Ainz shifted his gaze onto Narberal, who was now the

focus of attention, as she took a deep breath and said:

“Shut up, you lower life form (slug). Learn your place, or do you want me to rip

out your tongue the next time you open your mouth?”

The silence became even deeper.

“Ah, no…”

Ainz wants to soften the mood, but Lukeluther spoke first: “Thank you for your

firm rejection! Let us start as friends!”

“Die, lower life form. How can I be friends with you (maggot)? Want me to scoop

out your eyes with a spoon?”

As everyone looked away from the bickering couple, Peter and Ainz bowed

towards each other and apologized.

“... My teammate caused trouble for you.”

“No, I should be the one apologizing.”

“Let’s just assume there aren’t any problems, wil that be alright?”

Peter said while looking at everyone, ignoring the gleeful Lukeluther and the

cold Narberal.

“Momon-san, let’s move out when you are ready. We are already prepared.”

When Momon heard the term ‘prepare’, Ainz suddenly remembered.

He had bought only the minimum necessities from the tavern owner. Although