My Unique Skill [Gacha] Will Save the World - Episode 173: Epilogue

Episode 173: Epilogue 

A few days later, a press conference was held in a large hall at the Eastern Region Player Association. 

The topic of the conference was the announcement of the 『Birth of an S-Rank Player!』 .

However, this event was organized solely by the Eastern Region Player Association, not the entire Player Association. 

Even so, it was a widely known fact that the player had defeated a Dragon that had emerged onto the surface. Which attracted a swarm of journalists to the press conference. 

“…*Inhale*… *Exhale*…” 

“Nervous, Player Rindou?” 

In the backstage area, Rindou was taking deep breaths. He was approached by Kenji. 

“Well, yes, I’ve never stood in front of such a large audience before.” 

As Rindou expressed his honest feelings, Kenji firmly patted his shoulder. 

“I’m here, and the entire Eastern Region Player Association is supporting you. Just stay calm and composed.” 

“…Thank you.” 

“Alright, let’s go.” 

Hearing Rindou’s response, Kenji grinned and walked onto the stage. 

“First, thank you all for gathering here today. We are here to introduce the S-Rank Player born in the Eastern Region Player Association.” 

“Is this S-Rank Player the one who defeated the Dragon that emerged onto the surface recently?” 

As soon as Kenji began his greeting, a journalist’s voice rang out. 

“I intended to save questions for later, but… yes, that’s correct.” 

Recognizing it as a question on everyone’s mind, Kenji answered clearly. 

A buzz spread through the venue. 

“There’s no point in prolonging my speech. Let me introduce him immediately. Please come in.” 

As the murmurs faded into silence, all eyes turned to the stage curtain. They followed Kenji’s gaze. 

When Rindou appeared, the sound of cameras clicking filled the hall. 

Walking to Kenji’s side, Rindou faced the journalists and bowed. 

“This is the new S-Rank Player and the one who defeated the Dragon during the Stampede, Player Rindou Amachi.” 

“I’m Rindou Amachi.” 

The moment he spoke, the sound of camera shutters echoed again, intensifying his nerves. 

“Since the Dragon’s defeat, there have been numerous attempts to investigate him. That’s why we’ve chosen to make this announcement publicly. Furthermore, the Eastern Region Player Association will fully support and protect him from here on out.” 

Kenji’s bold declaration echoed throughout the venue via the microphone. And Rindou felt his tension ease naturally. 

“Will Player Amachi be traveling to other regions in the future?” 

“If there are requests, that could happen. However, his primary activities will remain in the Eastern Region.” 

“Does that mean the Eastern Region intends to monopolize this S-Rank Player? What about Player Amachi’s wishes?” 

“As I mentioned, he may be dispatched to other regions if requested. Thus, there’s no intention to monopolize him. The primary activity base is simply to ensure adequate support from us.” 

“What does Player Amachi himself think about this? Is he being forced to remain in the Eastern Region?” 

Although it wasn’t the time for a Q&A, the journalists continued their barrage of questions. Some were directed at Rindou, prompting him to respond. 

Fortunately, the questions were straightforward. It allowed Rindou to answer without hesitation. 

“The Eastern Region is my home. Staying here is my decision, not something I was forced into.” 

“The Branch Manager mentioned you might respond to requests from other regions. Is that also your choice?” 

“If there’s something I can do, I’ll go of my own will.” 

“You may face significant dangers. How do you feel about that?” 

“The day I awakened as a player, a Stampede was occurring here in the Eastern Region.” 

With this final question, Rindou began recounting the events of the day he first awakened as a player. 

“I was just an ordinary person who admired players at first. But when I awakened as a player, I was able to save people from monsters. Even if it’s only within my reach.” 

“Are you trying to say you’re superior to others?” 

“…It would have been nice if that were the case. But it wasn’t. That’s why I could only save those within my reach.” 

The journalist who had asked the question fell silent upon hearing Rindou’s response. 

Expecting arrogance from an S-Rank Player, the humility in Rindou’s reply left them at a loss for words. 

“That’s exactly why, if there’s a request, I want to go to other regions. If there’s something I can do, I want to go there and help whoever I can within my reach.” 

Rindou’s expression as he said this was completely earnest. His words carried his conviction. It compelled the journalists to listen attentively. 

“I believe it’s enough for everyone to do what they can. There are things I can’t do—if anything, there are probably more things I can’t do. That’s precisely why I decided to accept the help of the Eastern Region Player Association.” 

With this conclusion, Rindou bowed once more before shifting his gaze to Kenji. 

“Due to the adjusted schedule, the Q&A session will end here. You may step down, Player Rindou.” 

At Kenji’s announcement, some journalists voiced their dissatisfaction at the abrupt end. 

However, Rindou straightened his posture and walked confidently off the stage. 

He chose to prioritize the time spent on tackling dungeons over lingering in the hall. 

(I’m still weak. Just as I declared, I need to become stronger—to protect even the small reach I have!) 

Rindou’s gaze was already fixed on the future. 

What that future holds is known only to him. 

And the day when the name Rindou Amachi echoes across the world is not far away. 

His journey is far from over.