In this chaotic world, it all started when they found an elf girl.

Chapter 3 Contract Established

Seeing that Ryu's murderous aura had lessened, Roy secretly breathed a sigh of relief; the matter was settled!

"As a complimentary gift..."

Roy said, "I can tell you information about 'Zagnat,' information that even the gods don't know. At the very least, it will let you know how your comrades died."

Liu stared intently at Roy, wishing she could tear his mouth open. He really liked keeping secrets, didn't he?

Roy explained, "Zagnat, also known as 'Calamity,' causes massive destruction on a floor, severely damaging the dungeon's structure. In response, the dungeon will abandon repairs and instead generate this exceptionally powerful monster to eliminate the intruders."

"Firestone!"

Liu's icy expression froze for a moment. They were chasing the Dark Clan, who used a large number of fire stones. Although they didn't kill them, they did damage the building.

Judging from the Dark Familia's reaction, they were also unaware that this would happen.

Unexpected situations in unknown dungeons are perfectly normal.

They actually perished for such a reason.

"hateful!"

Liu Yin gritted her teeth, the faces of her companions flashing through her mind. She could no longer maintain that vengeful look, her eyes filled with tears, and she collapsed onto the bed.

Roy thought to himself, "Don't cry on my bed, or I'll have to take another shower."

Her sobbing was low and suppressed, like a stream struggling under the weight of a boulder. Roy had abandoned his cynical attitude; now, Ryu Leon was just a sixteen-year-old girl who had just lost all her companions.

After a long while, when Liu raised her head, she forcefully wiped away the tears from the corners of her eyes. The strength on her small face was enough to make adults ashamed.

Ryu looked at Roy. "Who are you?"

Roy extended his hand, revealing a bright smile. "Roy, please take care of me from now on, Hayate Rio!"

Ryu didn't grasp Roy's outstretched hand, but simply nodded slightly. "I promise you!"

Roy didn't care; he'd already acquired a level 4 henchman!

The contract is established!

The elf girl is to work for Roy for three years, and he is to help the elf girl obtain the secret technique of resurrection!

The elves, who place the utmost importance on contracts and agreements, are among the most loyal of all races and would never betray anyone, let alone Ryu-Leon, who is renowned for his integrity even among elves.

Roy felt somewhat uneasy about deceiving the underage elf girl.

All he can do is try his best to improve his strength.

The greater the hope, the greater the disappointment.

If he cannot help the other party obtain the resurrection technique three years later, Ryu will kill him at all costs, and the methods will be even more terrifying than taking revenge on the Dark Familia.

Roy asked, "How are you feeling?"

Ryu replied, "Don't underestimate high-level adventurers!"

Roy wasn't surprised. The physical condition and habits of high-level adventurers were monstrous. Having spent years in dungeons, falling asleep in a second and replenishing their physical and mental energy in a few minutes were routine for them.

The weariness on Liu's face vanished without a trace.

More importantly, upon learning that her companions might be resurrected, Ryu's face regained a glimmer of vitality and hope, a stark contrast to her previous lifeless demeanor.

Roy's manual control panel allows him to add teammates during dungeons, letting experienced players carry him.

There is only one empty space on the teammates' interface.

There's also a notification that he can add an extra teammate for each level he gains.

[Ryu Rion has been added as a teammate!]

[Demon Slayer Dungeon: Hunt down Upper Moon Two Doma, reward 600 attribute points and a Bronze Treasure Chest!]

……

Roy quickly selected a dungeon mission; the Demon Slayer world was just the right size and difficulty to test Ryu's strength as a LV.4 fighter.

Liu couldn't see the system panel. When she saw Roy pointing at the air, she frowned. Had she trusted the wrong person? Was this person just a simple mental patient?

Roy laughed and said, "Let's go!"

As soon as she finished speaking, Liu was surprised to find that her body was turning into starlight, becoming more and more illusory, a situation she had never encountered before.

When Ryu opened her eyes again.

The tent they were in had disappeared, and what came into view was a silent forest. Night had fallen over the sky, which was filled with dazzling stars, a scene of breathtaking beauty.

"Is this some kind of dungeon-like secret realm?" Ryu looked around at the surroundings, secretly marveling.

Just take it that way.

Roy followed the other person's words, saying that the world of DanMachi is vast and boundless, and the dungeon is one of the three great secret realms. In addition, there are a lot of smaller secret realms. The forest where the elves live is also considered a secret realm by others.

Ryu felt fortunate that she had been brought from Orario to the Secret Realm in an instant. This method was comparable to that of a god unleashing divine power. Her decision not to attack Roy directly was a very correct one.

Otherwise, if the other party runs into this secret realm, she will search the whole world for them in vain, and she will probably regret it for the rest of her life.

Unbeknownst to her, the boy before her had become a source of mystery in Liu's heart, as if he were shrouded in a thick fog.

This mystery also greatly increased the reliability of the "resurrection secret technique" mentioned by the other party.

Bang!Bang!Bang!

The sound of metal clashing echoed from deep within the forest.

Roy and Ryu exchanged a glance, suppressed their auras, and silently crept over.

The distance wasn't far; after walking about two hundred meters, the two saw two figures fighting in an open space, their figures flashing past quickly.

The girl, dressed in a butterfly-patterned kimono, was covered in wounds, while the strangely dressed youth on the other side held two iron fans and wore a ferocious, fanatical smile.

Kanae Butterfly has a chance encounter with Upper Moon Two, Doma!

"Is that the target this time?"

Ryu stared coldly at Doma. Roy had brought her to this place, surely to have her hunt monsters.

"Don't rush!" Seeing that Ryu was about to rush forward, Roy quickly stopped her.

Roy knew that Kanae Kocho had managed to hold out until sunrise without being eaten by Doma, and that she would later tell Shinobu Kocho about Doma.

There was still some time before the sun appeared.

Roy lowered his voice and said, "I'll tell you the information about the target first. It's a demon, and it's different from ordinary monsters. Demons have their own consciousness."

"A ghost? A monster with its own consciousness?"

Ryu glanced at Roy and realized he wasn't joking. He was looking at the battle in the open space, and the young man was speaking confidently, able to talk to the girl, which surprised her.

Roy was not surprised by this; before the emergence of heretics, monsters with self-awareness were simply a fantasy to people.

Roy continued, "That demon has a freezing magic. Ice crystals formed from congealed blood permeate the air. When you get close to it, be careful to block your breathing, or your internal organs and blood will be frozen."

Extraordinary regenerative abilities; even if its head is blown apart or its body is cut to pieces, it can recover.

Listening to Roy's story, Liu frowned. Even the floor master might not have such a special ability.