The Wrong Way to Use Healing Magic

The meeting was over and we were able to return to the Kingdom of Lingle.

When we parted from the Demon King's party, I received some amused and grateful words from him, such as, "I'm looking forward to ...... seeing what you have in store for us," and "I'm looking forward to ...... seeing what you have in store for us.

Well, while I am determined to give the Demon Lord a blow someday, I think it is not a bad thing that I could communicate with Koga, Amira, and Ciel during this meeting.

So, the first thing I decided to do upon my return to the Kingdom of Lingle.

And that was..,

"It seems that Mr. Ahl is the only one with a will."

"That little girl is ......."

It was to report Mr. Ahl to Rose for a tic.......

We decided that even if her mind was a little distorted by the magic, she was still the absolute strong one for us.

"So Aur is cooperating with the devil?"

"It seems so. I'm sure there is a reason. ......"

I don't care.

Yes, it's none of your business. Yes, it does.

He corrects his posture to Rose, who seems to be in a swarthy mood.

However, Rose's expression relaxes slightly when she hears that Mr. Ahl has revived with a will, so I guess in her heart she is glad to know that she will have a chance to see him again.

......Well, I guess she has some mixed feelings about it.

"If you find her, you'll have to give her what she deserves. That goody-two-shoes ......."

Well, I don't say it out loud.

In front of Rose, who has revealed her anger to such an extent that the space around her seems distorted, I secretly offer a silent prayer to Mr. Ahl.

"I guess you have your own thing to do, don't you?

"Yes. I will go to Mr. Welshy at the castle soon to report on and practice and . At that time, he will talk to her about sending me to the demon king's territory.

As for Mr. Welsey, he is going to leave some sort of ...... record.

Kazuki and his seniors did the same thing, I wonder if it will take quite a long time?

"Things are as hectic as ever around you, aren't they?"

"Well, I've made up my mind. I myself have been thinking that we should go to the demon king's territory.

Besides.

"Although I'm being dispatched, I'm still a member of the rescue squad.

"Huh?　That's a good attitude. It's funny."

Rose crosses her arms at my words and looks troubled.

What's wrong?　I wonder, and she looks up.

"Then take some of our people with you."

"Some, sir?"

"Yeah, you're our deputy leader too. I can be flexible.

From a lifeguard or .......

It would be easier if we could take the tough guys ...... with us, but they're big, scary faces, and their words and actions are rough.

Nair will follow us even if we don't tell him. .......

"You know what I mean, but don't take Ferrum with you, okay?"

"......Yes, I know."

It's not like when I asked you to show me around the demon king's territory.

I may be perceived as an emissary from the human side, but from the demon tribe's point of view, Ferrum is a traitor.

It is better not to take Fhelm to the Demon Lord's territory now to avoid any trouble.

...... He's going to sulk.

Wouldn't Uluru be the best person to take him?

"Uluru?　Isn't it dangerous?

He's not the kind of guy who'd be scared of a demon tribe. Besides, he's too overprotective of Olga. This is a good opportunity.

But surely it would be a godsend if Mr. Uluru, with his ...... monster-like comic powers, would come along.

Well, if he refuses, I'm going to back out quietly, but let's just ask him.

"So, the next thing is ...... that Kannagi and Inukami want to join the group?"

Yes. Yes. The reasons are as I reported earlier.

Next, I would like to talk about Mr. Nagi and his senpai's request to join the Lifeguard Corps.

Since I could not make this decision on my own, it was left to Rose, the leader of the group, to make the decision.

"I don't know what Kannagi's situation is, but ...... Inukami is it?

"Is it still difficult?"

We may have added too many members in a short period of time.

At least, Nack, Ferrum, and Nair have joined within the past year. .......

No, not really.

"Oh, really?"

"The Life Brigade is like a unit under the direct control of the Kingdom of Lingle. Inukami who was under the care of the Knights is now under our care. ...... but there are other problems."

"Nothing, sir?"

What's the other problem?

Is it something to do with the fact that you're going to change your affiliation?

There's simply no room left.

"Ah."

"The lifeguard quarters are designed for seven or eight people. Even if you increase the number of members, it won't matter if there's no room for them to stay.

I see. .......

Even so, each room is allocated to two people.

There is no room for two more people.

"....... So it's getting smaller here too."

"Commander?"

I'll have another one built.

What?

I'm surprised at the boldness of the decision.

They don't have enough room, so they're going to build another dormitory.

"Why don't we just have men and women live in separate dormitories?"

"No, no, do you have that kind of money?

"Of course we do. We have so much money we're in trouble.

So, you have that much .......

Not strange, considering the work of the rescue squads.

"It's a good opportunity. I'm going to spend some money here."

The lifeguard station's new building.

You're so smart.

There will be more and more people who will join the lifeguard corps, and it is good that there are more dormitories where those who can join can live.

As I was thinking this, Rose, who had relaxed her back against the back of the chair with her arms folded, looked at me with rather languid eyes.

"Usato, it's about time you took care of your own money.

"Oh, by the way, I've been paid, haven't I? ......"

I had completely forgotten that I had received a solid salary ...... reward since becoming a member of the group.

I didn't pay any attention to it because I didn't have any use for it.

"No, I don't have any use for it, just save it.

"You don't have to be like me in that way, ......."

I gave him a rare look of dismay.

No, I don't really want anything.

I can basically just eat the food prepared at the dormitory, and since I spend most of the day training, I don't have time to spend money.

The only things we have to spend money on are training equipment and books. ...... Books are usually lent to us by Nair, and training equipment is not sold in the first place.

What do the strongmen use them for?"

"I don't know that much either. ...... Alec uses cooking utensils and foodstuffs, and the others send money to their hometowns and relatives. I heard that he sends the tongs to his girlfriend who lives in town.

"...... yes?"

Tongs and a girlfriend?

I've never heard of that.

"What?　What?　Can I go make fun of you now?

"That's why I didn't tell you. Don't touch him too much."

I won't say it's surprising, but I feel like I've learned a new side of him.

I'm worried that it will show on my face, since I'm not very good at hiding things.

"But Tong lives in a dormitory, doesn't he?　If there is someone like that, wouldn't it be better to live in the city?　You won't be able to see him at all.

"No, I don't think so.

Not really?

What does that mean?

"They see each other when they run into town. Every day."

"You're doing something very adolescent. ......"

Hmm, this is not a case that should be made fun of.

Okay, I'll keep this to myself.

Next time I get into a fight with Tong, I'll hit him fair and square.

I'll keep the money here.

"Please."

As for the money, he might use it someday, but at least not now.

When the conversation was over, I decided to ask Rose about something that had been bothering me.

"What do you think about your senior joining the group?"

Rose was not opposed to the idea, but she must have had her own feelings about it.

After all, unlike in the past, he was a brave warrior from the Lingle Kingdom, so he was in a different league.

"I don't think he has any problem as far as his qualities are concerned. Above all, Inukami's character is suited for this place.

"...... you say out loud that he's a problem child?"

What else could it mean?"

I can't argue with that. ......!

Basically, he's free.

She had been acting on her mission as a hero to fight the demon king's army, but now that she no longer has that mission, she's worried about her position.

"What he needs is not a half-hearted position as a hero who has completed his role. He needs to have a purpose.

"When it comes to getting in here."

I suppose that's for Inukami himself to decide.

The seniors have to decide for themselves, huh?

I know that her goal is to enjoy another world. .......

We'll have to meet once.

Are you interviewing me for a job?

"No, it's nothing formal. Well, it could be, depending on the situation.

It's a relief to have ...... Rose in charge.

At least better than me, who would have personal feelings.

"From my point of view, Usato, you're the problem child, aren't you?"

It's because of your training.

You're getting good at that, aren't you?

That part is on you and the Demon Lord.

"I've rambled on for too long. ...... You may leave."

Oh, yes. Excuse me.

He bows and exits the office of the Commander.

When I asked him about the possibility of increasing the number of members, I was prepared to be scolded, but that never happened.

"Mr. Uluru or ......"

I was recommended to take him with me on this dispatch, but my anxiety prevails.

First of all, Uluru's willingness is a prerequisite.

Next is her safety and whether the clinic will be able to cope without Uluru's presence.

Above all, we need to talk to her brother Olga.

"Ah, Usato-san!"

"Hey, Nack, what's going on?"

Nack comes running up to me from the hallway.

"If you're not too tired, I was wondering if you could check on my training.

"Yeah, sure."

I've had enough rest, and above all, this is what Nack wants.

I gladly accept and head out of the dormitory with him.

......That's a good opportunity to ask him about his current situation.

Nack. Is there anything that's been slowing you down lately?

"Um, height, I guess?"

I don't mean that he's not growing physically, right?

I was surprised at Nack's natural blurriness.

"Don't worry about it too much, you'll be growing soon.

"No, but looking at Amako-san makes me uneasy.

I quickly check my surroundings.

...... Why did I confirm Amako's presence in Hinomoto now?

I'm afraid that she would have noticed it by intuition without any precognition magic.

Maybe she's been training?"

"...... then, it's magic."

"Healing magic?"

Yes. I've been able to use healing magic almost as well as before, but there hasn't been much visible improvement, so I think ...... that's where I'm a little slow."

I see.

From what I have seen of Nack's training, it seems that he does not have in-depth training in magic.

"I am self-taught in magic training. It would be too dangerous to teach.

"Usato-san's magic is healing magic, right ......?"

"?　Of course it is. My magic is a safe and secure healing magic.

"Do you realize that you are clearly contradicting your own statement of ten seconds ago!"

Healing magic is not dangerous.

My use of magic was dangerous.

Sometimes the most difficult part of the magic is to keep it going.

"From now on, I have to improve my skills as a healer, right?"

In fact, it may even become more important than just running.

"Practicing magic ....... Yes, that's right.

What did you come up with?

"I thought it might be a good idea to introduce you to Olga's clinic."

Olga is more skilled in healing magic than Rose and I are.

The environment of the clinic itself should be much better than here, where there are usually not many patients.

...... I'll go along with Nack's training for the time being.

Maybe we can call up Ferrum and Nair while we're at it?