Multiverse: In DanMachi, I'm the Strongest Summoner

The current Ais couldn't freely summon the White Wind like her mother.

Her wind magic could increase her level by 1, activating [Avenger] added another level, and against dragon-type monsters, yet another.

In other words, when going all out with Black Wind, Ais could effectively jump three levels.

In the original story, during her fight with the irregular monster Revis, she switched off Black Wind and activated White Wind.

With that single strike, she defeated the enemy instantly.

This proves how overpowered wind magic truly is.

However…

From now on, Ais's mother would be under Raven's command.

The fairy spirit Aria, like all his other subordinates, had maximum loyalty toward him.

There was no risk of betrayal.

Raven also had his own convictions. He would not be manipulated into becoming a "hero" just to fight the Black Dragon.

Based on past examples, so-called heroes were always the first to die—

Just like the Empress, the Hero, Silence, Gluttony, and others.

That's why—

Unless he had absolute certainty of victory, he wouldn't entertain the thought of facing the Black Dragon.

He'd wait until he was at least Level 8.

Otherwise—

He'd never take that gamble.

…

After everyone had spent some time getting to know Aria, Raven realized it was getting late.

"Let's go. We're heading to the 29th floor."

"Haruhime, Daphne, Cassandra, I'll take you to farm some EXP."

"Okay."

Haruhime nodded.

She suddenly felt at ease, her eyes full of confidence.

With these elites accompanying them—

There was practically no pressure in exploring the lower floors.

However…

Haruhime was curious.

Just what kind of place was this rumored Forest Canyon?

That was because from the lower floors onward, the Guild no longer publicly shared detailed information.

Especially below the 50th floor.

The Guild strictly controlled such intel.

Why?

Because adventurers, once faced with how vastly different the lower floors were, would easily lose heart.

If they wanted to know anything about the deep zones,

They had to reach the surrounding floors themselves to earn the right to access that data.

Otherwise—

The Guild offered nothing.

As for Raven—he didn't care much about info from the lower or deep floors.

The Empress, Silence, and Gluttony had already reached the 71st floor.

Only beyond the 72nd would he start to pay attention to unexplored territory.

Of course—

Even Hera Familia and Zeus Familia had never gone beyond.

So there was absolutely no existing intel.

…

Floor 29 — Forest Canyon.

This was a jungle-type dungeon floor, spanning from the 29th to the 32nd levels.

Towering trees grew so densely that light could hardly pass through.

They were packed together like solid walls, with no gaps at all.

The trees on both sides formed steep V-shaped cliffs, creating a defined pathway.

Because of this unique formation, the area earned the name "Forest Canyon."

Each of the four levels from 29 to 32 resembled a massive tiered structure.

From the entrance at the highest level,

You could look down and see all the way to the passage leading to the next floor.

This awe-inspiring terrain and layout were the reason behind the name "canyon."

At this moment—

"ROOAARRR!!"

Just as Raven's group emerged from the passage, a massive three-headed monster appeared before them.

——Thorn-Axe Dragon.

A dinosaur-type monster with three heads.

Estimated potential: Level 3, approximately C-rank.

Its body, covered in tough scales, could easily repel half-baked attacks.

"Haruhime, Daphne, Cassandra, Meteria—can the four of you take it down?"

Raven didn't plan on stepping in.

Having four Level 2s take on a Level 3 monster should be roughly even odds.

The whole reason for this expedition—

Was to let the new members earn meritorious deeds.

As for EXP,

Raven could always use his hacks at night to boost their levels.

But the meritorious achievements needed to level up couldn't be helped by anyone.

That had to be earned through effort.

The fastest way was to solo an enemy stronger than yourself.

But without cheat-tier magic or powerful skills—

That was virtually impossible.

So…

Their best bet was to work together and defeat stronger monsters in group combat.

"Lord Raven, may I take it on alone?"

Meteria's eyes shone with determination.

She wanted to defeat it solo.

Currently, her parameters were all S-rank,

Except for strength and endurance, which hadn't yet maxed out.

The rest were all 999.

She was on the cusp of reaching Level 3.

"Alright, let me see how your training paid off."

Raven smiled.

"You got this, Meteria~"

Alise pumped her fist in encouragement.

"Mhm!

I'll defeat that monster. Thank you, Lady Alise."

Meteria's eyes sparkled with joy.

Daphne raised a brow, but said nothing.

Haruhime remained quiet too.

Both were curious—

What kind of power did this beautiful girl, who looked as delicate as Cassandra, truly hold?

Wearing her Ravenfeather Armor and wielding the Celestial Feather Sword,

Meteria stepped forward, eyes sharp.

Thump

Thump

Thump

The six-meter-tall Thorn-Axe Dragon stomped forward.

"ROOOOOOAAARRRR!!"

Its three heads bellowed in unison, exuding immense pressure.

If a Level 1 adventurer were facing it,

They might wet themselves in fear.

Just like the Level 7 Xenos Minotaur girl,

Whose mere roar had once knocked out nearby Level 1 adventurers.

But now…

Meteria was unfazed.

She raised her sword to her chest with a reverse grip,

Then extended her left hand forward.

The Celestial Feather Sword glowed with a phosphorescent light,

Pulsing with a violet-blue brilliance.

"——Flame Lightning."

Meteria invoked her magic.

No chant needed—she unleashed flaming lightning.

Not at the monster,

But directly into her own sword.

Raven raised a brow.

"Already using that move?"

Lagunares smiled knowingly.

Meteria infused her blade, but didn't stop there.

After casting Flame Lightning, she began charging energy.

Ding~

Ding~

Ding~

A resonating bell chime echoed.

White light particles gathered on her blade.

"Flame, gather upon the sword…"

"An enchantment? No… What is that…?"

Haruhime and Daphne watched in silent awe.

Crimson lightning condensed.

The blade became clad in burning armor,

And was enveloped in countless glimmering light particles.

The holy runes carved into the blade began to glow in response.

As her energy boiled over,

The Celestial Feather Sword lengthened.

Proportional to the time spent charging,

The blade burned hotter and brighter.

So much energy overflowed,

That sparks scattered from the sword like falling stardust.

At that moment,

Meteria gripped her sword of fire and light,

Eyes locked onto the enemy.

Ding

Ding

Ding

The bell tolls echoed,

As if counting down the monster's remaining moments.

"ROOAARRR!!"

The enraged Thorn-Axe Dragon bared its three jaws,

Charging in to devour her whole.

Meteria, eyes gleaming with blue fire,

Clutched her blazing sword tightly.

She broke into a sprint,

Then dashed forward at full speed.

Facing it head-on,

She charged at breakneck pace.

Her flowing white hair trailed behind like a comet,

The sparks scattered through the air.

Then—

Faster than its charge—

Her sword flashed.

The divine runes on the blade shone brightly,

Releasing a flaming roar.

Scarlet and pure-white light painted the scene.

"Holy Flame Heroic Slash!"

"HRAAAAH!"

Meteria let out a fierce cry.

Raven's pupils widened slightly in surprise.

Even Alfia—his sister—was no exception.

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