“The front part of that armor was made using a large amount of adamantium… Just how much money is it worth?”
The title of “Dark Hero” came from that set of ultra high-class full-body armor, which had been severely damaged upon his return. It had been charred all over, with ruptures and claw marks, but now that set of dark armor was unblemished and shone brilliantly under the sunlight.
This was the due to the efforts of the Magicians' Guild, who mobilised all their magic casters to cast repair magic on it.
The metallic plate hung in front of his chest was— the living legend, adventurers’ object of worship, humanity’s trump card that protected them from other powerful races — adamantium.
His achievements already far surpassed orchichalcum rank, which was already a high enough rank that had never once appeared in the city of Re-Lantier.
Like the appearance of a hero that came right out of a storybook, the atmosphere inside the guildhall suddenly became rowdy.
“The Kingdom’s third adamantium adventurer…”
“That’s him…「Dark Hero」 Momon…and the one behind him is 「Alluring Princess」 Nabel, she really is as beautiful as the rumors say.”
“You know in that forest, the huge chunk of it that has been burnt to cinders is said to be his work… I’ve heard he used martial arts to burn everything down.”
“No way, how is that possible…If an area of that size was destroyed using martial arts, can you really say he’s still human?”
“He’s probably one of the few who could do such a thing? The adamantium rank is the pinnacle for adventurers. If one were to say that he’s the best within the adamantium rank, I wouldn’t be surprised at all.”
Under everyone’s worshipping gazes, Momon leisurely walked towards the counter. The adventurers who were discussing mission details with the female receptionist all parted to give way to this highest-ranking adventurer. Their expressions showed respect — and fear.
Momon casually spoke with the receptionist.
“The task entrusted to us is completed, please help us search to see if there’s any new work.”
The girl’s eyes widened, but only for a moment. Berette knew why she had opened her eyes so widely. The job Momon and Nabel had accepted was very difficult even for mithril ranked adventurers. This mission had been expected to take a while, but they solved it within such a short amount of time.
That’s right, if it was entrusted to him, even mithril ranked missions could be completed with a breeze.
This was only natural, since the highest ranking adventurers were of this caliber.
“Guess there’s nothing left for me to do.”
Berette couldn’t help complaining, but then again he wasn’t serious. After reaching the rank of mithril, unless there were special circumstances, one would have more than enough money to retire and live wealthily for the rest of their life. Adventurers who continued adventuring after reaching this rank mostly did so for reasons other than money.
“Ah, Momon-san. I am very sorry, but at the moment we don’t have any suitable missions for you, my sincere apologies.”
The receptionist stood up and bowed deeply.
“So it’s like that—”
It was as if he intended to say something but stopped halfway. After a few seconds he spoke again:
“—I see, that’s wonderful, because I suddenly remembered an urgent matter that demands my attention, so I’ll return to my hotel first. If anything urgent comes up you can find me there. I assume you know which hotel I am staying at, right?”
“Yes, it’s Shining Golden Pavilion right?
Momon nodded and elegantly turned around, causing his red cloak to billow, and proceeded to walk out. When Momon passed him by, Berette thought he could hear him talking, but the voice was so soft, he couldn't make out the content of his intermittent speech.
What Berette did not hear, was Ainz commanding his distant subordinates to reveal the full extent of their military might.
"Order Gangantua to start moving, call Victim and wait for Cocytus to return. Since this is a rare opportunity, let all the Floor Guardians move out together."
Afterword
It had been four months since the last volume, I am really happy to see everyone again! I am the author, Maruyama Kugane.
How do you find <Overlord 3 The Bloody Valkyrie>? It would be my honor if you find it great.
First, I spent about a month drafting my work. I then submitted it to my editors for editing. Using this volume as an example, I completed the story around mid-January.
Next, after the draft has been proofread, it returns to me for further adjustments. Including the author’s proofreading, it takes a month and a half for the work to be finished, and the volume is done.
With the repeated submission of drafts and edits, the amount of time spent on <Overlord 3 The Bloody Valkyrie> is… roughly three months.
From the time the work is finished until publishing, there is about a month of leisure time. I will divide this month by four, and spend some time updating my web novel.
My work in my company is simple and I can go home early, that’s why I can manage to complete my draft. For those who work until very late, they will need to cut down on their sleeping time. They won’t even have a leisurely month like this, it must be hard on them.
… But for authors who publish a book every three months, how do they manage? I wish someone could tell me.
Next, I would like to express my gratitude.
So-Bin-sama, everyone in Chord Design Studio, Dapo-sama, F-tan-sama. If not for your help, I would not had been able to finish this work, I am thankful for your help.
Honey, thank you for your retort, I will edit right away.
And the readers who purchase this book, thank you very much. If you have any comments or suggestions… you can send a postcard to me (I am sorry, but you will need to bear the postage cost). For readers on the internet, you can do so directly on the web site, I will be very grateful.
Next volume… I plan to write about the Lizardmen for the whole volume. I will be very happy if you continue to give me your support.
Well then, see you next time.
March 2013, Maruyama Kugane