I, Who Was Criticized as the World's Weakest S-Rank Explorer, Am Actually the World's Strongest Explorer - Episode 40

Episode 40

While everyone ate curry… the conversation shifted to the main topic.

“…So, you’re saying it might be possible to do the filming?” 

“Yes. First, in recent research, we’ve discovered several things. The reason electronic devices don’t work properly inside dungeons is due to a phenomenon called ‘Aether Resonance Disturbance’.” 

“…Huh?” 

“The magical energy in dungeons is different from normal spaces. A high-density ‘magical particle field’ is formed within the dungeon. Within this field, regular electromagnetic waves and magical waves resonate and interfere with each other. This is called ‘cross-field interference’. And when it occurs, the signals from electronic devices get disrupted. It causes problems with communication and recording. This happens in other dungeons as well. However, the tricky part is that not all functions fail, and there are various ways to deal with this.” 

Saotome-san spoke confidently. But by the middle of her explanation, Kirishima-san’s expression clearly showed confusion. 

I wondered if anyone could understand this………. no, not at all. Rin was absorbed in her curry, and Yuna tilted her head while looking at me. 

I was nodding along but didn’t understand any of it. 

However, Saotome-san seemed to be enjoying herself while explaining. 

“So, to solve the ‘cross-field interference’, we have the ‘Reverse Phase Magic Conversion Device’. This magical tool adjusts the wavelengths of both the magical and electromagnetic waves in reverse phase, which minimizes their interference. Even if the ‘Aether Resonance Disturbance’ happens, communication can remain stable. In other words, by applying the ‘Field Stabilization Protocol’, we can cancel out the interference of the magical particles! We can adjust this for the Kamino Town dungeon, and it’ll work!” 

Help me, Kirishima-san! I don’t even understand 10% of what she’s saying! 

“…Um, Senpai?” 

“Yes, what is it?” 

“I’m sorry, but could you just tell me the conclusion? I’m having trouble understanding.” 

When Kirishima-san asked with a troubled look, Saotome-san briefly showed a sad expression. But then she resigned. She pulled out a large magic stone from her pocket and summarized her conclusion. 

“…In other words, using this magical tool, the Magic Canceler, will allow us to film and stream inside the Kamino Town dungeon.” 

“Are you serious?!” 

“I’m serious. But, all I did was examine and adjust the magical energy from the magic stones and materials you gave me earlier. I’ll go to the dungeon with Kirishima and make further adjustments. Once we’re done, I’ll contact you.” 

“Okay, thank you! Should I come along?” 

“No, no, it’s fine. I already went to check a little earlier, but there are lots of media near the Kamino Town Dungeon. If you’re there, you’ll attract attention.” 

…….That’s true. 

I’m not sure if it’s because there are so many media people, but recently, the dungeon has been pretty inactive. 

…At least, if I could go to the dungeon several times a day while the media is around, maybe I could show off my efforts a little. 

It was like that before. 

That dungeon is probably very shy. 

It’s a nuisance for me. 

Well, anyway, if we can stream now, at least my suspicions will be cleared. 

That’s enough for now. 

“I apologize for taking up so much time.” 

“…No, it was helpful. This might help everyone, so it’s fine.” 

If I clear up my misunderstanding, the media won’t criticize me anymore. 

If everything is revealed, the ones who will be criticized next will likely be the Association for neglecting the Kamino Town dungeon. 

Hehehe, just wait! 

“…Yes. I’ll do my best so that all your misunderstandings are cleared up, Amakusa-san.” 

“…Thank you.” 

I nodded in response to Kirishima-san’s words. 

At that moment, Rin, who had curry on her lips, slowly raised her hand. 

“…I also came here because I have a few things I want to do with the Explorer Association.” 

“Rin? What do you mean?”

For now, wipe off the curry from your mouth. As I handed her a tissue, she blew her nose. Not that way! 

After that, she slowly began to speak. 

“…I confronted the Explorer Association about their announcement that I had defeated all the abnormal species in Akasaki City. The voice recording from that time is this.” 

She said this while pulling out a voice recorder and playing it back. 

As we listened to the contents, we all frowned. 

…..…Everyone had an indescribable expression. I felt the same way, to be honest. But I understand what the Association is trying to say. 

“I tried to make this public and had been working on it. But I’m not really good at that kind of thing, so… I came to ask my sister-in-law about it.” 

“Who’s your sister-in-law?! By the way, did you make any copies of this data?” 

“I-If I delete it, that would be bad….. I didn’t do anything. There was some weird code written to connect it to a computer, but I didn’t understand it.” 

“Alright, alright. You just need to connect it via USB-C. Yeah, I’ll make a copy of the data on the laptop I have with me.” 

Yuna said this as she took out the laptop from her bag. 

She carries it around with her regularly, huh. 

Kirishima-san smiled, a little more sinister than before. 

“…If this is made public at the right time, the Explorer Association might be in for a rough time.” 

“Ryoko, you’re making a very, very bad face.” 

“Because doesn’t it seem like it will cause a huge stir in the world? I can’t wait to see it.” 

Kirishima-san seemed to be holding onto a lot of frustration and wore a dark smile. 

….She must be hearing a lot from the Explorer Association. 

Sorry, that’s my fault. 

“The timing of the public announcement is important, I think.” 

“Is it?” 

“If Rin suddenly uploads a video, it probably won’t have much impact, right? The best move would be for Haruto to do a dungeon stream and expose that the Explorer Association did nothing. Then, we can follow up and hit them with it after the fact. That’s probably the best approach.” 

My stepsister is ruthless. 

“That’s right. If the timing is right, maybe we can leak it to the media. And they might report on it.” 

“Yeah. Streaming sites have great influence, but they still can’t compete with TV. We need to make sure it gets reported on TV, so that people who misunderstood Haruto will finally get the truth.” 

“That’s right.” 

…………..Everyone. 

I could feel my emotions welling up in my chest, and it almost made me tear up. 

“What’s wrong, Haruto?” 

“…Well, it’s just… I’m really happy that you’ve all done so much for me… I don’t know how to express it, but I’m really grateful.” 

When I said this, everyone looked at each other and nodded. 

“Don’t worry. We just want to see the Explorer Association floundering.” 

“I want to make that Kiryu guy hold a press conference and apologize.” 

“As for me, I want to be taken to the 101st floor and beyond later, Haruto-kun. As a researcher, I really want to see it.” 

These people just want to fulfill their own desires! 

“W-Well, I just want to thank Haruto.” 

Rin…! Oh no, I might fall for her! 

……Even so, I can clearly see that everyone is moving for my sake. 

Now, I just have to do my best.