Multiverse: In DanMachi, I'm the Strongest Summoner

"Ah…"

"I'm sorry."

Eina clapped her hands together and bowed her head in apology.

"Raven-kun, come with me to the consultation room."

Saying that, she walked around the counter and pulled him into a spacious one-on-one meeting room.

The interior was simple, but well-equipped with soundproofing and other necessary functions.

Back in the main hall, only the staff remained, staring at each other.

"Hey, did you hear that?"

The elf, Sophie, spoke in shock.

"If your ears aren't broken, then yeah, I think everyone heard."

"I can't believe… that Heavenly Demon Lord has leveled up again."

"His talent is terrifying."

The werewolf, Rose, also looked dumbfounded.

"He hasn't even been an adventurer for a month, right?"

"I remember he came here to report his Level just the day before the War Game."

"…Seriously, how long has it even been?"

One of the other receptionists stared off, a nostalgic look flashing through her eyes.

Amid their exclamations, Misha—who had remained silent—secretly felt an overwhelming joy.

As expected…

Neither she nor Eina had been wrong.

Offering her chastity to him and entrusting herself—it had been worth it in her eyes.

"Alright, alright, that's enough talk."

"We're in the middle of Monster Festival season. Have you all finished your tasks?"

Lemo, the dog-person supervisor, spoke with a serious tone.

But even he couldn't completely hide his shock.

Tonight's divine banquet was being hosted by Ganesha, the guild leader.

The purpose…

Was to gather the gods and have them spectate the upcoming Monster Festival in the coliseum.

The so-called Monster Festival—

An annual grand event organized by the [Ganesha Familia].

On the day of the event, they rent out Orario's east district coliseum.

There, they train and tame monsters captured from the Dungeon in front of a live audience.

It's essentially bread and circuses.

…

Inside the furnished meeting room.

"…Raven-kun, I'm really sorry~~"

"To shout like that in front of everyone… I completely lost my composure."

Though it was because she had been utterly shocked.

Still, recalling the stunned looks from everyone and the weird stares she received, her face flushed red with embarrassment.

Fortunately…

There weren't any adventurers around.

If Raven's information had accidentally leaked, it would've been a massive blunder.

But what embarrassed Eina most was her own lack of restraint.

Seeing the tips of her long ears dyed red, Raven couldn't help but chuckle.

"It's fine."

"My level was going to be revealed eventually anyway. It's just a matter of time, right?"

Seeing he didn't take it seriously, Eina finally managed to lift her head and gave him a slightly awkward look.

Her face still red, she muttered softly:

"You're right…"

"But the real issue isn't the level up, it's the time it took…"

Becoming an adventurer less than a month ago, and already reaching Level 4—

It was the fastest record in history.

This time…

As his personal advisor, Eina didn't show the same confusion or disbelief she once did.

"Raven-kun…"

"You really went to the Deep Floors?"

Eina still asked, just to confirm.

"Yeah."

"Groups of Goliaths, Bone Sheep, Barbarians, Peludas…"

"Those monsters weren't even a threat to me."

Raven replied casually, as if none of them were worth mentioning.

Eina let out a small sigh.

"Do you have any proof?"

"Like a drop item from a monster, or a magic stone?"

"Ah…"

Damn, I totally forgot…

Raven scratched his head, a bit embarrassed.

"I didn't pick them up. I crushed all the magic stones too."

Eina pressed a finger against his nose, smiling wryly.

"Sigh… You're really something…"

"Without proof, I can't update your record."

Raven thought for a moment—then his eyes lit up.

"Got it."

He pulled out a dragon liver material from Amphisbaena from his storage.

"Would this work as proof?"

Eina adjusted her glasses and examined it closely.

"This… This is a drop item from the Floor Boss on the 27th Floor?"

Raven nodded.

"Yeah, picked it up after I defeated Amphisbaena."

Having confirmed it, Eina gasped and spoke:

"With this material, I can update your progress record to the 27th Floor."

"Is that okay?"

"Sure, go ahead and mark it as the 27th Floor."

Raven agreed.

"And… your level…"

At that point, Eina paused, deep in thought.

After the War Game, Raven was already in the spotlight. If news of another level up came out…

It might cause a huge uproar.

"Raven-kun… How about we keep your Lv.4 a secret for now?"

"I'm worried that you'll attract even more trouble if this continues."

Eina's eyes showed clear concern.

Indeed…

Just as she said.

Already in the center of attention, and now making another breakthrough—

It would definitely provoke adventurers with ulterior motives.

Raven didn't want to attract trouble too soon either.

Apollo was already taken care of, but Ishtar was still looming.

And perhaps…

Even Freya might make a move earlier than expected.

"…Alright, sure."

As she wished, Raven chose to lay low for now.

After all, it was the perfect time to focus on developing his Familia.

He hadn't even secured that seductive fox, Haruhime, yet.

So…

He didn't want any unexpected complications in the meantime.

…

After chatting a bit more with Eina, Raven realized it was getting late.

He said his goodbyes and left the Guild.

Walking down West Main Street—

—The Hostess of Fertility tavern.

At the entrance:

"Hill, thanks for the lunchbox. The pepper pork ribs were delicious."

Raven smiled gently as he returned the empty basket.

"Hehe~~"

"I'm honored that Raven-sama enjoyed it~"

"I'll keep doing my best from now on."

Hill, dressed in her light green uniform, smiled sweetly.

"Would you like to come in for dinner?"

Seeing he was alone, she blinked at him, clearly trying to invite him in.

"Not tonight. I'll stop by next time."

Raven shook his head and politely declined.

After all…

He'd just had a huge feast the night before.

"Sorry, Hill."

"I've got some things I need to take care of."

Waving a hand with a hint of apology, Raven turned to leave.

"Alright then."

Hill puffed out her cheeks slightly and sighed as she watched him walk away.

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