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 279: The Hero, the Sword Saint, and the Appraiser 20

Episode 279: The Hero, the Sword Saint, and the Appraiser 20

“Hey, Ride-san! Why is it that every time you propose an idea, it’s always one that involves using force, just because you’re not fighting yourself?!”

As I raised my objection, I felt someone grab my shoulder from behind.

“……..Why are you stopping me, Arata?”

“Ah… Well, um…”

“Since we’ve already gotten involved, I thought it wouldn’t matter if we fought now.”

“Plus, it would probably make things go more smoothly, right? So let’s fight!”

…………..That’s right. Arata, Sensei, and Gies-san were all battle maniacs.

No, no, if I give up here, Ride-san will keep suggesting forceful plans. And we’ll be stuck dealing with them in the future.

“Even though we’ve intervened, we don’t necessarily have to fight—”

“It’s fine! Let me see your martial prowess!”

…Eh, wait, what!? Prince Dirk, are you serious!?

“However, we won’t lend you a single soldier, is that clear?”

“Yes, of course.”

Wait, Ride-san!? Are you sure this is okay?

“In exchange, if we succeed in our victory, will you listen to what we have to say?”

“I promise.”

“Thank you.”

It seems like a promise was made without any input from me. And when Ride-san turned around, he smiled.

“No, no, stop with that smile!”

“You all can handle it, right?”

“That’s a bit too careless!”

“Thank you in advance, Maki-sama.”

…In this context, the “thank you” is definitely meant as a request for my Appraisal, right?

“...Sigh... Fine, I’ll do it, I’ll do it!”

“Thanks a lot.”

Well, the talk progressed because we’re fighting. So there’s no way around it.

Plus, I can really feel the urge to fight from Arata and the others. If I back out now, it might look like I’m being selfish.

……..All I wanted was a strategy that prioritizes keeping our lives safe, though.

“Appraisal: Our Method to Achieve Victory.”

“…? What are you talking about?”

That’s understandable. If every Appraisal skill out there could tell us the way to victory, no one would be struggling.

But, somehow, I’m capable of doing that.

“…Arata, I need to talk to you all for a second.”

When I called out, everyone gathered around with great enthusiasm. It was as if they had been waiting for this moment.

“…Um, why is Prince Dirk here?”

“Hm? What, is there something you can’t say to me?”

“…Ride-san?”

“Isn’t it fine, Maki-sama? In the end, it will become known anyway.”

“What do you mean by that?”

Well, that’s what I want to ask.

That said, I trust Ride-san. And if he says it’s fine, then it must be.

“First off, is it only Arata, Sensei, and Gies-san who want to fight?”

“Woof, woof!”

“Pikyah!”

“……..Looks like Haku and Sunny are also joining the battle. Moriya, what about you?”

“I’m fine just watching.”

“Got it.”

“…Why is such a child on the battlefield?”

If they knew Moriya’s true identity, they’d be shocked.

“Then… Sensei, ride on Sunny and provide air support with bombs. Arata and Gies-san, ride on Haku and wreak havoc across a wide area.”

“Hey, Mihiro. If we do that, won’t it be Haku doing all the fighting, not us?”

“Yeah! We want to swing our weapons too!”

“Don’t worry. Haku will just deal with all the miscellaneous enemies.”

These two, what if they end up fighting a tough opponent and get injured?

Well, fighting directly would increase their chances of victory. So it’s the only choice.

“Both of you will be tasked with handling the enemy’s general and vice-general.”

When I said that, the two of them exchanged glances and then grinned.