I've Inherited the Summoning Skill, So I'm Going to Try to Master It! - Episode 94: In Other Words, It’s Two Outs

Episode 94: In Other Words, It’s Two Outs 

It seemed like Brother Leonard’s ominous flag was safely broken, as the journey from there was smooth. However, as we approached the town, something unusual happened. A knight came rushing towards us. He looked flustered 

I recognized that knight. He was the one the Duke of Flute had given some orders to earlier. And he had galloped off towards the town ahead. 

A very bad feeling washed over me. I squinted and looked at Brother Leonard. He nodded with a serious expression. 

No, that’s not it. Isn’t this completely a flag that Brother Leonard set up? Why are you looking at me as if this has nothing to do with you? 

“What happened!” 

The Duke of Flute also sensed that something was wrong. His face had already turned pale. Ah, this is definitely two outs. Not even a video replay could overturn this. Tough luck. 

“Re-reporting! Goblins are swarming the town of Liberia!” 

“Wha… what…?” 

The town of Liberia was known as a mining city. It was also the town we were heading to. Tension ran through us all. 

In this situation, what’s the best course of action? Should we wait here until the issue is resolved? Or should we head to assist, since we have Brother Leonard, who possesses the Sword Saint Skill? 

Of course, I should be useful too, since I have the Summoning Skill. 

“I’ll go to provide support.” 

“But…! Understood. In that case, I shall accompany you.” 

The Duke of Flute tried to stop Brother Leonard from going to provide support. But he gave in immediately. 

I mean, Brother Leonard looked so eager. There was no way to refuse him. 

Besides, considering the future, he couldn’t afford to make an enemy of Brother Leonard. Quite the opposite—he needed to get on his good side. 

“Then, I will also…” 

“Rufus, you stay here. Make sure to protect Miss Flare.” 

He threw a meaningful wink my way as he said that. Whoa, whoa, whoa. What are you expecting, Brother Leonard? Don’t think it’s that easy to win over Flare-chan’s heart. 

I don’t have any skills for charming women! 

But it seems I have no choice but to stay behind. I definitely don’t want to end up with two outs. One out is plenty. 

Plus, the enemies are monsters. If Brother Leonard cuts them down with that satisfied look on his face, there won’t be any problem. 

“Understood.” 

“Prince Rufus, there’s no need to worry. The knights staying here as guards are all very strong.” 

The Duke of Flute smiled. No, I’m not worried about that. Our guys are seriously strong. 

More importantly, could you please stop casually setting up flags? 

While I was being overwhelmed by this ominous feeling, Brother Leonard and the Duke of Flute mounted their horses and headed onward. Our carriage was to wait here. 

“Will they be okay?” 

“No need to worry. Leonard-sama is truly strong.” 

Balt reassured me with a smile. I don’t know how strong Brother Leonard is when he’s serious, but it sounds like he’s really powerful. 

“Balt, have you fought Brother Leonard before?” 

“Of course. Ray and I fought him together. But embarrassingly enough, we didn’t stand a chance.” 

Despite saying that, Balt didn’t look particularly frustrated. Ray seemed the same way. 

In other words, Brother Leonard was so strong that losing to him was just expected. 

Listening to our conversation, Flare-chan looked somewhat pleased. 

…………..Turning this around from here is probably impossible, Brother Leonard. 

With Balt and Ray around, I figured that monsters around here wouldn’t be a problem. I thought that, but— 

“What’s that sound?” 

From a distance, a rumbling noise like *thudthudthudthud* could be heard. It seemed Balt and the others heard it too. And their relaxed expressions quickly turned serious as they began to cautiously scan the surroundings. 

“I-it’s terrible! A horde of monsters is heading this way!” 

A knight from the Duke of Flute’s household, who was guarding us, shouted. Balt and Ray hurriedly rushed outside. Following them, I also got out of the carriage. It was hard to see the surroundings clearly from inside, after all. Behind me, Flare-chan also stepped out. 

Looking in the direction of the sound, I saw something deep green wriggling among the trees. Judging by that color, it was probably Goblins. And there were quite a lot of them. Gross! 

The sight reminded me of that G-creature swarm, and I couldn’t help but get goosebumps. 

(Note: If you don’t know, the term “G” stands for “Gokiburi” in Japanese. And the word means “Cockroach”.)

“Rufus-sama! Please take the Duke of Flute’s daughter and escape…” 

“What the heck is that? Disgusting! In the name of Rufus Eladoria, I command you—manifest, Lagios!” 

Before us appeared a giant, pure white dragon with red eyes. It already seemed battle-ready. Its gaze was piercingly sharp. As expected of my reliable partner. 

“You called for me?” 

“Lagios, wipe them out!” 

“As you wish!” 

A dazzling beam shot from Lagios’ mouth. It was like a destructive laser. Following my command, the destructive beam swept through. It annihilated the Goblin horde. Along with the mountain that was behind them. 

Well, well, the view certainly has gotten a lot clearer. Hohoho. 

“Rufus-sama…” 

“Ah… um… Balt, let’s pretend we didn’t see that…” 

“Rufus-sama!” 

“Ah… um… Flare-chan, this is……” 

“It was marvelous! I was so moved! Rufus-sama, you’re incredibly strong!” 

Wow, Flare-chan’s eyes have turned into those of a girl in love. It seems she likes strong men. Could it be that she’s the type who wants to be protected? No, more importantly……. 

“The one who’s strong isn’t me, but my reliable partner, Lagios.” 

“That may be true, but you’re the only one who can borrow power from Lagios, right?” 

“Of course. I have no intention of obeying anyone other than my master,” 

Lagios declared proudly. It was puffing out its chest. 

Flare-chan looked at Lagios and me with sparkling eyes. Ah, this might be a lost cause.