Isekai Adventure in the Dimensional Cube

"Hurry up! Use it for me!"

Ishtar's state of mind was already unbalanced, completely devoid of her usual aloofness, yelling frantically at the female fox inside the cage.

"...Yes."

The veiled female fox's delicate body trembled slightly as she responded with difficulty.

She couldn't help but recall the events in the artificial maze, the gentle voice she heard before falling asleep, and the frank gaze watching her, bringing a wave of sadness to her heart.

She did not want to harm that man.

But she couldn't resist the clan, couldn't resist the main god, nor could she resist her own fate.

"Sure enough, Haruhime is a witch that only brings disaster..."

The female fox who surrendered inwardly chanted in a trembling voice within the darkness.

"[——Grow.]"

"[Power and action, countless treasures, countless wishes. At the toll of the bell, pray for glory and fantasy.]"

"[——Grow.]"

"[Swallow this divine food, grant the godly golden light. Return the hammer to the earth, grant blessings.]"

"[——Grow.]"

This was both an incantation to evoke the greatest miracle on earth and a song of curse despised by the girl, bringing misfortune to her.

"[Treasure Hammer]!"

As if crying, the female fox completed the magic.

Then, a golden nebula appeared.

...

"Buzz!"

When the air suddenly trembled inexplicably, the misty nebula formed by magic power appeared above Alcana's head, transforming into a golden wooden hammer.

"What is that...!?"

Upon witnessing this scene, everyone from the Loki Clan reacted.

"That damn bitch...!"

Loki immediately understood something, cursing under their breath.

"What, what is that?"

"Is it magic?"

"This magic power... feels impressive."

The surrounding onlookers began to argue in bewilderment.

"Oh?"

Reiger, who was originally expressionless, raised an eyebrow once more, squinting.

In such a situation, the golden hammer swung, causing light particles to rain down, enveloping Alcana's entire body.

"Ah..."

Alcana couldn't help but let out a moan, clenching her fist, displaying an intoxicated expression.

"Is this the higher stage... the power of Lv.7?"

Receiving the miracle known as "Level Ascension," the strongest female warrior at Lv.6 in the fighting nation transformed, directly stepping into the highest realm of this era.

"Now, I have the right to challenge you, don't I?"

Having become Lv.7, Alcana smiled—a bloody and unrestrained smile.

"Interesting."

Reiger finally showed some interest, turning to Finn.

"...Go ahead."

Finn pondered for a moment, then nodded.

The leader of the little people clan had already become somewhat wary.

The Kayli Clan, having obtained the miracle of "Level Ascension," was already sufficient to threaten them—this was the first reason.

The second reason was that besides the Kayli Clan, there were undoubtedly other enemies present.

The Istar Clan lurking in the shadows; could the city's destroyers (Ennio) and the tentacles of the Polluted Immortal Spirit be hiding around as well?

With this thought in mind, Finn licked his slightly throbbing thumb, deciding not to act rashly, to observe the situation for a while.

Reiger understood Finn's intention, nodded, and took off the Sword of the Fool hanging from his waist, handing it to Ais beside him.

"...Be careful."

Ais took the sword offered by Reiger, holding it in her arms, and quietly reminded him.

"I know."

Reiger replied calmly, then walked out of the crowd and approached Alcana who had already stepped forward.

"Step back first."

Revilia saw this and immediately gave the command, instructing all members of the Loki Familia to move backward.

"Let's also retreat a bit."

It was at this moment that Bajie, who had remained silent, finally spoke, directing the female warriors of the Jari Familia to retreat as well.

Both sides cleared out a large area, forming a makeshift arena together with the surrounding spectators.

Then suddenly—

"Ze Wei Gao—Ze Wei Gao—Ze Wei Gao—Ze Wei Gao—"

The female warriors of the Jari Familia began to shout in unison, almost like a cheer, startling many in attendance.

Ze Wei Gao—this is a unique phrase among the Amazons, only used in the battle nation of Telsquer.

Its meaning is: "You are the true warrior."

Whenever a ceremony of the battle nation unfolds, the Amazon warriors would shout and cheer like this, elevating the battle atmosphere to a climax.

In fact, when the female warriors of the battle nation shout in unison like this, the air truly seems to vibrate, and the battle spirit and fighting will in their hearts pour out across the field, instantly creating a fighting ambiance inside the arena.

Although many were startled, an equal number began to feel their blood boil, and couldn't help but get excited.

"Go!"

"Fight already!"

"Take down that arrogant woman!"

"Don't disappoint us, [Limit Breaker]!"

The nature of the gods to enjoy a spectacle was completely unleashed, causing them to climb trees or perch on others' shoulders, cheering with playful smiles.

The onlooking crowd also showed great interest in this battle.

Their main focus of interest was Reiger.

After all, Reiger's rise had been so rapid, and apart from that one time at the Monster Festival, he had almost never displayed his strength in front of others. Only a fortunate few had seen him fight monsters in the underground city.

Therefore, many people were very interested in Reiger's strength.

"This is a great opportunity."

"The strongest magic swordsman in the city, rumored to even challenge monsters across levels..."

"Let me see if this monster newcomer of the Loki Familia is truly as powerful as the rumors say."

Many high-level adventurers in Maze City Orario had such thoughts.

This included the six competitors of the Loki Familia waiting on the city walls, who were also watching this scene.

"At Lv.5, you could already fight that muscle boar to a draw, now that you've reached Lv.6, how much stronger have you become?"

The white elf murmured in a calm, rational voice, causing the black elf with a sword and the small race quadruplets beside her to focus intensely on the arena.

Amid the attention of countless people, the boy who had set aside his main weapon and the female warrior enveloped in light particles conversed.

"Aren't you using a sword?"

Alcana looked at Reiger, who had handed his sword to Ais for safekeeping, with hands empty, and asked this question.

"Aren't you empty-handed too?" Reiger replied very calmly: "In that case, I won't take advantage of you."

"It's not the same." Alcana shook her head: "A swordsman without a sword is like a tiger without teeth, no threat at all."

Indeed, Reiger is a swordsman; most of his combat techniques are sword skills, and he even has a "Swordsman" development ability that enhances all his capabilities when equipped with a sword.

Without a sword, Reiger's combat ability would be significantly impacted.

In contrast, Alcana's specialty is hand-to-hand combat, an art form that has been passed down in the battle nation, extremely adept at fighting bare-handed.

Even if Ais, the city's strongest female swordsman, were here, without her sword, Alcana would absolutely be able to defeat her within tens of seconds, even if Alcana hadn't attained the miraculous "Level Ascension" and was also at Lv.6 like Ais.

One side is at its peak state, while the other has lost its primary weapon and combat method; the outcome is predictable.

Moreover, Alcana has undergone countless ceremonies in the battle nation, perfecting her hand-to-hand combat skills. If she settled in Orario, she would undoubtedly become the city's strongest fighter.

Facing such an Alcana, it was indeed very risky for Reiger not to wield his sword.

Yet, Reiger simply raised his eyes.

"Although I am a swordsman, it doesn't mean I can't use martial arts."

With a change in his breathing rhythm, an invisible flow of air wrapped around Reiger's hands and feet.

The wind, it was a bit turbulent.