Chapter 2 I'M Still Alone, After All
I'm not losing in that area, of course. Our company isn't a "black" company, so I have almost every Saturday and Sunday off. During that time, I'm totally immersed in the MMO.
So, I couldn't ignore the keyword "magic." Still, I thought I needed to pretend not to care. After all, this woman said something unsettling like "I heard the 'hero' was only three."
"First, say 'Display Self-Status' out loud. Only your vision will show the current information."
"'Display Self-Status.'"
"'Display Self-Status.'"
"'Display Self-Status.'"
The three said it obediently. Nervously, I followed a beat later.
"'Display Self-Status.'"
Oh, surely, something like a game status screen is being displayed simply. It looks like the other side is transparent, like AR (augmented reality), maybe? But why isn't it 'status' or 'display status'? Ah, but 'personal information (Self-Status)' might not be entirely wrong.
"In that information, there's a section called 'attribute.' This attribute refers to the magic attribute. I think that for 'Hero-sama,' either the 'light attribute' or the 'holy attribute' should be present. Can you confirm that, please?"
"Yes, I have it."
"Yeah, I have it too."
"Right, Maya also has it."
Huh? ...But I don't have it? So, does that mean I'm not really the Hero-sama?
There's also the concept of 'space attribute' and also a 'healing attribute.' No matter where I look, I can't find the light attribute or the holy attribute. I'm definitely not a hero!
"Then, is it a form of an open palm? Anyway, could you place your hand like mine?"
The woman takes the board to the three of them. Each person receives it and places their palms together. It seems like the woman is looking at it from the side and writing something.
"Hmm? Oh, there are five: light, fire, water, wind, and earth. Are they all at level one, maybe?"
"Next is me. Holy, and then maybe the same as Asa-chan? Level? Probably the same. It shows one as well."
"Maya has holy, and then maybe the same as Asaya-kun? Probably the same level too. It shows one."
Looking at Asaya, Mahiru, and Maya, the three young people, the woman shows a relieved expression. But isn't it strange? Because just now, didn't we confirm it with 'Display Self-Status'? Is there a need to confirm it with that?
As I thought so, the accompanying man brings me that tablet-like thing in front of me too. Am I supposed to do it too? He's definitely saying that. But, isn't this trying to confirm that I'm not the hero? Isn't it kind of harsh?
Still, I reluctantly place my hand on it――Whoa! It displays not only attributes but also age and name. Of course, the man is peeking at my information from the side and writing something down.
"No way, my personal information is leaking out!!!"
"Hehe"
"Ahaha"
"Ahahahaha"
All three of young people seem to understand the meaning of what I'm saying. Isn't this a kind of skimming? Maybe.
"Okay, okay. So, is it the space attribute that's important?"
"Yes, that's correct."
"I see. So, the space attribute is 1, and then the healing attribute is 1 or more, right? I can't seem to find any light or holy attributes, though."
"The three of them here are heroes, and you are..."
"Me?"
"Also."
"Also?"
"I'm terribly sorry. It seems we have involved you in this."
I knew it. It seems like only Maya-chan understands the situation. She's probably watching that kind of anime.
"I understand, but that's how it was, huh. Oh, by the way, if I'm not a hero, could you let me go? I have work. I was planning to do an MMO weekend event while enjoying some limited sweets from a certain store in Ginza as a snack for the alcohol in the fridge."
"...No, that's."
Oh, this woman. Her face is turning pale. Could it be that the situation is so cliché up to this point?
"Template?"
Maya-chan seems to know it. However, you're not supposed to say it out loud.
"Maya-chan, what's a 'template'?"
"Well, you see, it's short for 'template,' and it refers to common patterns. Here, 'template' probably means something like 'unable to return to the original world' or 'the Mayas from the original world have died or something.' Either way, we might not be able to go back there anymore. It's probably that damn 'fate' thing, for sure."
"Thank you for the explanation, Maya-chan. I see, I see."
Yes, that's right. Surprisingly, she has a positive outlook.
"I see..."
"It can't be. We can't go back...?"
Mahiru-chan and Asaya-kun seem down. Maya-chan might be putting on a brave face for the two of them, but it seems like she's staying positive.
"Um, I promise to make every effort to find a way to send everyone back. I'm sorry that I can't promise when, but I'll do my best."
"By the way, what was the reason for summoning us?"
As an adult, it seems that I have no choice but to ask on behalf of everyone, right?
"Yes, the truth is, the world is currently being eroded by 'Oso (Dreadful element)' that is like a living curse. We are searching for the cause and seeking your help to resolve it. It is indeed a fact that we have summoned heroes with the attributes of light and holy."
"In this situation, it can't be helped. Either way, right?"
Looking at Mahiru-chan and Maya-chan, Asaya-kun seems to be convincing himself. He's a boy after all, isn't he?
"The honored heroes, you will have an audience with His Majesty the King, Her Majesty the Queen, and Her Highness the Princess from this point on. I believe there will be further discussions there. However, I will provide a brief explanation here."
I must ask before it is forgotten.
"Um, excuse me."
"Yes, what is it?"
"What are space attributes and healing attributes?"
"Yes, space attributes refer to what is commonly known as 'space magic.' It is a type of magic that allows a magician to create a special space inside themselves to hold and store objects. Healing attributes, as the name suggests, are attributes of healing magic."
"Are these not important?"
"Not necessarily."
Yikes, was that a quick denial?
"The attribute of space manipulation is said to be possessed by one in a hundred individuals. Due to the advantage of being able to carry things without physically holding them, most people become merchants. As for the healing attribute, Princess and some priests and shrine maidens possess the ability to use restorative magic. Therefore, it's not that uncommon."
"Oh... So, with it being almost confirmed that I'm not the 'hero,' what should I do from now on?"
Rather than digging a grave or getting to the core of the matter, it would be sad if I was left alone. Seriously. Thinking about my next move is just common sense as an adult, right? That's how it is, right?
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