I’m an Appraiser, But What the Heck is a [Divine Eye]? ~I Want to Live Freely as the World’s Best Beginner Class~ - Episode 239: Hot Springs, Hospitality, and Trouble 38

Episode 239: Hot Springs, Hospitality, and Trouble 38  

“But there are a few conditions for that to happen.”  

“……Conditions?”  

It seemed that others had also been considering what I was worried about.  

Sensei was the first to react to Dietrich-sama’s explanation.  

“Yes. First, as a fundamental requirement, both parties must introduce themselves, mutually agree to fight, and engage in a one-on-one duel. You cannot gain the opponent’s experience points through ambushes or deceit.”  

“That makes sense. If that were possible, criminals would become terrifyingly strong.”  

“Exactly. Also, experience points cannot be gained if the opponent is already injured before the duel begins.”  

“So, only when both parties agree and fight in perfect condition, is that right?”  

Does that mean Akagi managed to create such situations multiple times during the war?  

“……….What happens if someone pretends to agree but then interferes in the duel?”  

“In such cases, divine punishment will befall them.”  

“…Divine punishment?”  

“Just as it sounds.”  

This time, it was the Knight Commander who answered my question.  

“Even if you say ‘just as it sounds’………”  

“Punishment rains down from the heavens. In this case, lightning.”  

“…You’re saying lightning strikes those who break the agreement?”  

“Precisely. Lightning falls on both the one who breaks the agreement and the one who interferes, killing them. It may sound strange, but it’s a fact.”  

“As Commander Vigul says, it’s a phenomenon even researchers find hard to believe. But it does happen.”  

Judging by the demeanor of the two, it didn’t seem like they were lying.  

I could try Appraising it here. But isn’t lightning like a natural disaster? If using Appraisal on it results in draining my mana and leaving me defenseless, it would be disastrous.  

Besides, I’d definitely get scolded later. And waking up to Sensei’s wrath would be terrifying.  

Better not risk it.  

“So, does that mean Akagi challenged countless people to one-on-one duels during the war, got their consent, and won every single time?”  

“Probably. But I doubt it was ‘countless’ people.”  

“In war, commanders often stand out due to their distinct equipment compared to regular soldiers. She likely targeted those individuals for duels.”  

“I agree. Commanders tend to be higher-level, and defeating them would yield significant experience points.”  

…..I see now.  

If her opponents were on the level of a commander, it makes sense.  

Such individuals wouldn’t refuse a duel, especially if they believed they had the upper hand.  

Winning would grant Akagi experience points, and given her approach—cutting through enemies and targeting high-ranking individuals—it’s no wonder she advanced so far.  

“In other words, a bunch of glory-seeking fools accepted duels and got themselves killed, huh?”  

“That’s likely the case.”  

“Still… this Akagi character—I’d love to fight her! Gahaha!”  

“You may not!”  

The Knight Commander burst into laughter. But Sensei’s angry shout quickly silenced him.  

“Akagi-san is a precious student of mine! Even if you’re the knight commander, I won’t let you fight her!”  

“…Haha, my apologies.”  

W-Whoa.  

Sensei even shut down the muscle-brained Knight Commander.  

Truly impressive.  

“Indeed, I also cannot support Vigul fighting her.”  

“Even Your Majesty!?”  

“According to Maki, this Akagi person is level 75, correct? Even with Vigul’s skills, the outcome would be uncertain.”  

“And that’s what makes it exciting—ah, no, uh… Yes, Your Majesty is right!”  

One glare from Sensei, and the Knight Commander backtracked immediately.  

“So, Maki. If you were to face Akagi, do you think you could win?”  

“I’ll persuade her!”  

“Haruka, don’t jump to conclusions. Even if you want to help Akagi, she may not feel the same way.”  

“Akagi-san isn’t that kind of person!”  

“Is that so? What do you think, Maki?”  

“M-Me? You’re asking me…? Wait, hold on.”  

Right, I should be able to figure this out.  

Her status is already displayed on the screen.  

There should be something there.  

Like with Arata, it should show any status abnormalities.  

“………..There aren’t any.”  

“Huh? What do you mean, Mihiro-kun?”  

“…Akagi’s status doesn’t show any abnormalities.”  

“…What? Then that means Akagi-san is…”  

“Acting of her own will, it seems.”  

It’s as His Majesty said. It’s clear now.  

Akagi participated in the war, killed people, and is now heading toward us entirely of her own volition.