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Chapter 585

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The time one can stay in the past is limited.

Izay had anticipated this.

But he didn’t expect it to come so soon!

He actually wanted to check out Orario from five years ago.

To sneak a peek at Ais and Riviria from five years ago… just thinking about it was quite amusing.

Heard the teacher back then had a bad temper, maybe he could find something to tease her with.

But none of that would happen now.

“Water Riddle City” is like a dungeon instance map, connecting to the Dungeon from five years ago.

And the “Great Tree Maze” above it is the entrance to this instance map.

The Mars Mist can only maintain its miraculous effect within “Water Riddle City.”

Now that they’ve left that place… it’s time to go back.

As his words faded, Ryu, who was about to accept Alice’s invitation, and Victoria also noticed an unusual sensation in their bodies.

Rejection from the timeline?

A more accurate description would be being “wrapped” by something.

Unlike the lack of sensation when they “came,”

the three who had already left Water Riddle City lingered outside the Great Tree Maze for a while longer.

They could only linger for a little while.

“Guess we should head back~?” The witch sighed lightly upon noticing the anomaly.

She hadn’t even had enough time to properly enjoy this time-traveling journey yet.

It ended so quickly!

“What’s wrong, Izay, Ryu, Miss Victoria!?”

Alice and Kaguya widened their eyes in shock.

In the girls’ eyes, the three were glowing.

Literally.

A soft white light enveloped them, getting brighter and brighter.

Mist floating around began converging toward them.

The white mist rising from the ground slowly formed a half-circle, resembling a flower bud closing its petals.

“Sorry, Alice, looks like I can’t accept your invitation.”

Ryu lowered her eyes, feeling a bit disappointed, but quickly raised her head again and smiled at Alice.

At parting, you shouldn’t face your companions with a gloomy expression.

Getting the chance to save them once was already a blessing from the heavens.

“———!”

A low rumble resonated through the material world as the intertwining mist burst into bright light.

The young ladies of the Astraea Familial Group couldn’t help but close their eyes and shield themselves.

In an instant, the “flower bud” and the light bloomed together.

Replacing them was an explosion of mist.

A sudden gust of wind appeared.

Adventurers, lush forests, and clear forest springs… all were swept up in its range, covering every corner of the twenty-fourth floor!

When the wind and the bright light dissipated, they looked around.

Where were the figures of Izay and the others?

The white mist that had filled this level had completely vanished.

Only a few wisps of white smoke remained where Izay and the others had stood.

Alice quickly approached with ten other girls behind her, shock still evident in her eyes.

“Did they… disappear? Taken away by the white mist!?” Laila stared blankly at the spot where they disappeared, stuttering.

Witnessing such a “great disappearing act” firsthand was far more shocking than any verbal explanation.

“Ryu said they came from the future, so it’s not surprising that they have to go back… But we didn’t even get to say goodbye. And there wasn’t even proper thanks prepared.”

Hugging her arms across her chest, Kaguya tried to keep her tone calm.

However, the golden-haired elf beside her noticed that her fingertips gripping her arm joints were slightly pale.

You could imagine that the thoughts inside her weren’t as calm as she appeared on the surface.

Though she didn’t express it verbally,

Kaguya had already started worrying about the situation of Izay and the others in her heart.

Who knows what consequences or dangers might arise from time travel like this.

Especially if changing the predetermined past affects the future…

There was a reason why she cared so much.

After all, one was a companion, another a savior, and the last witch gave her a good impression, someone worth befriending.

How cold-hearted would Kaguya have to be to not worry about their situation?

“…”

In the center, Alice silently stared at the ground without speaking.

After a long pause, she looked up, her gaze sweeping over the golden-haired elf.

Without a word, she punched her with a small fist.

Ryu was bewildered after being hit unexpectedly.

It didn’t hurt… but why?

Why did she hit her!?

As if reading her mind, Alice pouted and complained, “For disappearing into the mist like that! Ignoring my invitation, I’ll remember that!”

Ryu: “???”

I understand the logic, but I didn’t do it.

I didn’t vanish into the mist…

The other me disappeared.

Leader, you’re really good at transferring blame.

Though it’s true that Alice holds grudges.

“No matter what, I’m noting this down! I’ll tell Astraea Goddess when I get back!”

“Indeed, something this big must be reported to the Goddess.”

“I have no objections!”

“Let’s do it! We must remember this favor!”

The members of the Astraea Familial Group decided on this proposal.

They were originally a group of deceased ones destined to rest here forever.

But thanks to the miracle brought by the stars, they survived.

Their future has now taken an “uncertain” path.

But surely, it will be a bright one.

“By the way! Ryu said Izay will come to Orario in three years. Shouldn’t we lure him here then!? Use Ryu to tempt him!”

“Oh—!!!”

“That’s a great idea! Brilliant!”

“Whoever thought of that gets candy from me!”

“No! Not brilliant at all! Don’t decide things for me! Who’s going to seduce anyone!!”

The elf’s protest was weak against the collective force.

An individual has no power~

At this moment, the young Ryu deeply realized this fact.

But the girls wouldn’t know — those favored by the stars are singular.

Their plan to meet Izay again in the future is bound to fail.

……

In the misty Great Tree Maze area.

A flower bud was blooming.

It was entirely white.

It seemed to possess some special power, crazily absorbing the surrounding mist.

All the white mist gathered into a ring, rapidly contracting from far to near, large to small.

When it touched the center “flower bud,” a unique low hum sounded again.

It seemed the entire Dungeon trembled.

But only for a moment.

As the mist dissipated with the bloom of the flower, three figures appeared where the flower had been.

“Are we… back?” The elf timidly opened her eyes, observing the surroundings, her tone full of uncertainty.

The difference between traveling through time and returning was too great, making Ryu feel uneasy.

In comparison, Izay didn’t have as many worries, simply nodding and replying, “Yes, this should be the familiar Dungeon we know.”

“… Are we really back? Do you feel anything strange, Izay?”

“I don’t, do you feel anything uncomfortable?”

“No… I was just worried… I don’t feel anything strange either…”

Seeing Izay looking at her, Ryu shyly lowered her head, avoiding his gaze.

It was a completely instinctive action, done without thought.

Two seconds later, realizing her cowardice, the elf quietly berated herself.

After being “proposed to” from the past, Ryu didn’t know how to face Izay anymore.

Gratitude?

Certainly, it existed.

Regarding this magical time-travel experience, if Izay hadn’t invited her, she would never have had the chance to see Alice and the others again.

Even though their time together was short, Ryu was already content.

But apart from gratitude, Ryu felt another emotion in her heart.

That seed was planted during the incident at the Gold City Casino.

After personally witnessing and experiencing the tragedy of her companions being reversed, the seed matured.

Now the sticky fruit has ripened, spreading embarrassment throughout Ryu’s heart, making her want to run away just like before.

But this time, Ryu resisted.

After all, running away doesn’t solve problems.

Just before parting, Alice woke her up.

Alice noticed the elf was still avoiding her deity and took the initiative to invite her, wanting her to reconcile with her deity.

This move gave Ryu the courage to change.

There are some things the elf now wants to bravely face!

Not just the separation from Astraea-sama years ago, but also her relationship with Izay.

Otherwise, how long will this ambiguous state continue!?

Didn’t you say elves only recognize one partner in life? If you’ve already acknowledged someone, why delay!?

That’s why your past self “proposed” to you five years ago~! Ryu Ryang!

Unconsciously tightening her fingers until they turned white, the determination in the girl’s heart made Victoria involuntarily glance sideways.

(What… why do I feel like I’m just extra here!?)

The witch finally realized something was off.

A Despicable Outsider in the World of Danmachi

A Despicable Outsider in the World of Danmachi

Status: Ongoing
Izer, an outsider from another world, is reborn in the world of Danmachi. What awaits him there? A fateful encounter with a goddess? (Haha~) A journey with an innocent elf girl? (Haha~)

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