DanMachi: Unlimited Blade Works

Seeing Tsubaki quickly flee, a bored Shirou looked around and soon saw Lulune speaking with Ais. Under his keen gaze, Shirou clearly saw Lulune subtly slip a crystal into Ais's hand. Quietly approaching, Shirou overheard their conversation.

"I had Asfi check it; it doesn't seem to be anything strange. The Black-Clad Man said he hopes you'll wear this when you go to the 59th Floor."

"Of course, you can also throw it away if you want; it's all up to your judgment."

With a smile on his face, Shirou walked over, teasing Fels, the Sage. Hearing Shirou's words, Ais, who had her own judgment, eventually accepted it.

"Although there was a request involved, it's true that I came to see you off. When you return, let's have a drink together!"

"Then, I'll be off!" Waving her hand, Lulune's figure disappeared into the crowd.

Walking up to Ais, Shirou shook his head helplessly as he watched Lulune's disappearing back. "This child has already suffered so many losses at the Black-Clad Man's hands, yet she still dares to take his missions. She really has no memory at all!" Ais nodded slightly, also agreeing with Shirou. This child truly has no memory!

Looking at the somewhat silent Ais, Shirou patted her shoulder and asked with a smile, "What's wrong? Are you nervous because of the expedition?"

"Not at all."

"I thought so!" Scratching his cheek with a finger, Shirou's face was filled with helplessness. "Seriously, whether it's Tsubaki or Lulune, why does everyone hide far away as soon as they see me?"

"Lulune just had something to do."

"Mm, speaking of which, I'm also in the first group this time, along with you, Ais!"

"After all, although Shirou is only LV.4, in terms of combat strength, he's definitely not inferior to a LV.5. This is already executive-level combat strength."

"Is that so? Am I already that strong?"

"..."

Just as Shirou and Ais were walking side by side towards the gathering point, Lefiya's shout suddenly came from behind them. "Big Brother, Ais!" Turning around, Shirou and Ais saw Lefiya carrying a bag of healing potions.

"Where did you get the healing potions, Lefiya?"

"Airmid just sent them!"

"Airmid, the Saint of the Battlefield?" Hearing that name, Shirou's mind pictured a white-haired girl resembling a doll. Airmid, the Saint of the Battlefield, was one of Orario's Four Great Holders of "Mysterious" abilities. As the face of the Dian Cecht Familia, she was a renowned figure in Orario!

"Is that so? Then you must keep them safe!" Shirou, gathered with Ais and Lefiya, listened to the two girls' conversation while surveying their surroundings. Around them, many adventurers who had personal connections with Loki Familia members were calling out to them, and some smiled, cheering them on. Numerous humans and demi-humans alike were cheering for the adventurers challenging unexplored territories.

"All personnel, the expedition begins now!" Not long after, Finn stood at the front of the formation and shouted loudly. Hearing Finn's voice, everyone around them turned to face Finn and the two beside him.

"This time is the same. When advancing through the floors, we will divide the team into two groups. The first group to depart will be commanded by Riveria and me, while the second group will be commanded by Gareth."

"After regrouping on the 18th Floor, we will proceed directly to the 50th Floor. We have only one goal: the unexplored 59th Floor."

Hearing Finn's declaration, all the Loki Familia members' eyes were filled with fighting spirit and determination. They had been waiting for this day for a long time. Why did they continuously hone their skills? Wasn't it to be able to do their best during the expedition? Looking at the white tower behind Finn, everyone's thoughts had already entered the demon's lair beneath Babel. They imagined the depths of the dark underground, the deeper regions of the labyrinth.

"You are brave warriors no less than the ancient heroes, adventurers! You will challenge the great unknown and bring back wealth and fame!" From the surrounding avenues, the corners of the plazas, and the windows of buildings, residents, adventurers, and everyone in the city watched the Loki Familia's departure and their future.

"We do not need false glory built on sacrifice! You must swear to the light of this surface—that you will surely return alive!" The Familia members clenched their fists. Finn also seemed to bid a temporary farewell to the sky above. Taking a deep breath, Finn shouted loudly.

"Expedition team, depart!"

A battle cry resounded through the air. Surrounded by the shouts of the Familia members, Shirou also raised his arm and cheered. Damn it, the fire in my heart seems to be burning a bit too intensely. Feeling the fervent atmosphere around him, Shirou's eyes were filled with fighting spirit. And so, the Loki Familia's expedition began!

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During an expedition, the main combat power of a Familia is often concentrated in the First Unit, which moves ahead as the vanguard. This is because, in the Dungeon, no one knows what kind of abnormal events might occur next, so they need to clear the path ahead and ensure the smooth advancement of supplies. In deep-level exploration like this, the importance of supplies is self-evident.

In this mission, Shirou would serve as the team's vanguard, using his sharp eyes for reconnaissance. Of course, this arrangement would only last until the 18th Floor. After the 18th Floor, he would resume his role as a mid-guard, simultaneously scouting the surroundings and providing archery support to the front-line warriors.

Shirou, walking at the very front, soon encountered something unusual. Four adventurers came running from directly ahead, their eyes filled with panic. Knowing that they would bring news of Bell, Shirou ignored them, as behind him, enthusiastic people would surely stop them. Indeed, the four were quickly stopped by Tiona and began to be questioned. They then heard the news of a Minotar attacking the white-haired boy. Hearing the four's account, Ais, suddenly remembering Bell, quickly looked at Shirou, then charged out.

"Ais, wait!"

"I'll chase her!"

"I'll go too!"

Watching Ais rapidly disappear before him, Shirou couldn't help but marvel at her speed. But no matter how fast, it was useless. Ottar was guarding the gate there. If he and the others didn't arrive, Ais alone would be no match for Ottar.

Soon, Shirou, Tiona, and the others caught up to Ais. When they saw Ais, she was already engaging Ottar. However, the scene looked more like Ais was being unilaterally overwhelmed. From a distance, Shirou, while running, fired several arrows to hinder Ottar's attacks. Seeing this, Ais quickly rushed into a nearby cavern, intending to rescue Bell first.

Looking at the approaching reinforcements, especially Shirou, whom Goddess Freya had previously paid close attention to, Ottar stopped attacking, allowing them to enter the cavern. After all, the Sword Princess had already entered; it was too late to obstruct them further. And so, the members of the Loki Familia entered the cavern and witnessed the boy's adventure.

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