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 288: The Hero, the Sword Saint, and the Appraiser 29

Episode 288: The Hero, the Sword Saint, and the Appraiser 29

“GyaAAAaahhHhHHhhhhh!?” 

“Fwahahaha! This is great, absolutely great!” 

One person reacted as expected, while the other was completely unexpected. 

The one screaming was Filia-san, and the one enjoying himself was Dirk-san. 

I thought Dirk-san would at least let out one or two screams like Filia-san. But instead, he was thoroughly enjoying the situation. That was definitely not what I anticipated.

“Taiku! Is this magic something we could use as well?” 

“Not unless you have an absurdly massive amount of mana. I’d say even a special-class ‘Mage’ would barely be able to pull it off.” 

“Hoho! Then Taiku’s profession must belong to special class or even higher, correct?” 

Really, Moriya?… he didn’t just dig his own grave, did he?

“Sharp observation! I’m a Mage (Divine Magus), a divine-class profession!” 

“What the heck!?” 

“What’s the matter, Maki-kun?” 

“Are you seriously okay with spilling so much about yourself!?”

The name “Taiku Moriya” is infamous in this world. It’s associated with a devil-like figure. 

(Note: Oh yeah I don’t know if I ever mention this before. For this novel, the surname for Japanese people is in the front, while otherworld people stays just like the rest of our world (at the back). Fyi, the raw also adopts the same name structure.)

Because of that, most people here fear the name. And children grow up hearing tales about Moriya as a devil, demon king, or some other fearsome entity from folktales. 

Despite this, Dirk-san seemed to be chatting with Moriya normally. Maybe the way his story spread differs between countries?

“Incredible! I thought it would be the Shriden Kingdom….? But to think there are not just one, but *two* divine classes in the Adelreed Kingdom.” 

“Yeah, and with all the special classes here, don’t even think about starting a war!” 

“Maki, no one would be foolish enough to declare war with all this information in hand.” 

“I agree with that sentiment!” 

Which side are you on, Moriya!?

“Still, flying magic………….. It’d be nice to try, but it seems too difficult.” 

“If it’s just one person and they have something to massively supplement their mana, it might work—for short distances, at least.” 

“Truly? But is there even such a thing to supplement mana?” 

“That’s where Maki-kun comes in, with some magic tools!” 

…What? Why is my name coming up here?

“Ah, I see! Maki, I’m counting on you!” 

“No way! This has nothing to do with me! Moriya, make it yourself!” 

“Well, I’ve got so much mana I never bothered researching that area! So, naturally, it’s something for Maki-kun to investigate—or should I say, Appraise!” 

I have no interest in supplementing mana research. Besides, we already have fruits that can temporarily boost stats. So there’s no need for this.

“Then, when we reclaim the Kingdom of Rodgrul and I rise as its ruler, I’ll officially visit the Adelreed Kingdom for negotiations!” 

“Wait! Don’t make it that complicated!” 

“Why not? Personal negotiations won’t work, will they?” 

…You cheeky little—!

“Ugh, fine! But there’s no guarantee I’ll succeed! And first, we need to end the war! If I ever do it, it’ll definitely be after that!” 

“Of course! I’m counting on you, Maki!” 

Why does it feel like Moriya has me dancing in the palm of his hand? 

This… this isn’t just my imagination, is it?

“…*Smirk*––!”

This guy! I’m definitely going to create an amazing magic tool and get back at him!

“Honestly, what’s Mihiro and the others talking about?” 

“Ufufu. Isn’t it great that they’re having fun?” 

“…Whether it’s slow or fast, it’s happening quickly, huh?” 

Hey, you three over there, I can hear you! And Ride-san, you’re probably way too drunk! I’ve been intentionally keeping things at a slower pace, you know!