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Blue Butterfly, as a rare species, poses almost no difficulty in combat; they just need to be treated as butterflies that move and spread poisonous scales.
But for Keare, there were no direct means of countering them, because these things could fly!
Nor did he have Divine Armaments with a skill range that could spread 'Deterioration.' But it was rare to encounter so many rare species; should he just ignore them?
The thought itself seemed unrealistic.
As long as he could get some Blue Butterfly wings, his financial pressure would be greatly alleviated.
He could only place his hope in the single-handed crossbow that Lili carried with her.
"Can you guarantee you can shoot all these monsters?"
"Yes."
"Don't worry about poisoning; I'll heal you," Keare added, looking at the shimmering scales, to the young girl.
"…"
Lili nodded seriously.
But her mood was inevitably strange. Using the faint light from the wall lanterns, she aimed at the swaying Blue Butterflies and decisively pulled the trigger.
"Whoosh."
The sound of something cutting through the air was particularly noticeable in the quiet atmosphere.
The crossbow bolt accurately struck the body of a rare Blue Butterfly. Accompanied by the clear sound of a magic stone falling to the ground, the monsters scattered and fled.
The increased flight speed undoubtedly increased Lili's aiming difficulty.
Moreover, even if the remaining arrows in her backpack were enough to kill these rare species, the scattered monsters simply didn't give her time to aim.
It was… being able to help Keare in the Dungeon.
The young girl was conflicted. The experience of the Soma Familia made her clearly understand that the best way to maintain a good relationship was to show value.
Finally, she took out the red magic sword from the bottom of her backpack.
Lili held it with both hands. When the rare Blue Butterflies gathered again, her eyes were quite resolute, and she decisively activated the fire-element magic sword in her hand.
Accompanied by a violent surge of magic power.
A dazzling fire burst from the sword's blade instantly, illuminating the dim cave passage in an instant.
The fire tornado that swept towards the rare Blue Butterflies, with its immense destructive power, killed all the monsters, and magic stones continuously dropped to the ground.
As well as crystal-clear blue wings.
"Done."
After completely dealing with these rare Blue Butterflies, the magic sword in Lili's hand lost its luster and completely dimmed, but she straightened her back while collecting the spoils.
And knowing the magic sword's price and its special nature in Orario, Keare's gaze towards the young girl was somewhat complex.
After all, this was her ultimate trump card, and she used it directly to fight rare Blue Butterflies?
It differed somewhat from his impression of her as selfish and self-serving, but after careful thought, he quickly understood the meaning of the young girl's actions.
Looking at the spoils Lili handed over, the development of events perfectly matched expectations.
She tilted her head up, a slight smile on her lips: "I haven't stayed in other Familias, but the Soma Familia… is just this kind of style overall, right?"
"Only interests can maintain stable relationships."
"And, you've already done a lot to help me solve the Soma Familia problem. I should show my value in this kind of situation."
"You are indeed very clear-headed."
It should be known that before the main story of DanMachi began, Lili, as a Pallum, was barely 15 years old. It can only be said that environment shapes character.
Keare didn't dislike it either.
Isn't this infinitely better than the little fairies who would constantly threaten to die before his transmigration?
"Although it's a little strange…"
"But I'll just assume you're complimenting me." Lulu smiled helplessly, revealing her slightly childish and playful two canine teeth.
After a brief interaction, Keare's impression of himself…
Differed from the stereotypical Adventurer. His personality was hard to say, but crucially, he had also left his Familia, and he was the last hope she could grasp!
After collecting the rare drops.
Keare and Lili continued to explore the current floor, encountering small monsters such as "Needle Bunnies" and "Purple Butterflies" during this time.
There was no difficulty in dealing with them.
The advantage of their size meant these monsters posed no threat at all.
"Today, that's about… it for now."
Feeling his stamina completely depleted again, Keare proposed the decision to return to Orario. Although he couldn't determine the exact time.
His body's hunger wouldn't lie!
Although time was tight, safety was the most crucial issue. The frequency of monsters appearing at night would increase, and the danger level would rise sharply.
The evacuation process was very smooth.
To prevent Lili from being caught by the Soma Familia again, he reminded her:
"It's best to use your magic for disguise before returning to Orario, take out your important things, and then move to a different place."
"No problem."
If she were to be caught by the Soma Familia again.
Her fate would be obvious. Taking advantage of no one being around, Lili used her 'Cinder Girl' magic to disguise her appearance.
According to her imagination, the final effect—
She chose to imitate Keare's same brown hair, but with subtle adjustments to her facial features, and fluffy cat ears on top of her head, as well as a nimble tail behind her.
Even with close observation, one would only discover the fact that she was a Cat Person.
"Ears correct."
"Tail correct."
"My suggestion is, it's best to dye your hair silver. You can refer to Bete Loga of the Loki Familia for specifics," Keare commented.
Compared to the image in his mind at that moment.
Lili still lacked the wildness from her very bones, but this level was already enough!
"Okay."
The young girl did not question Keare and changed her hair color as requested.
She had no time for doubts; what she was more curious about now was how to successfully leave her Familia, especially what Keare had said to Decree.
Overthrow Chanis's control over the Familia?
As they were about to withdraw, Lili finally couldn't suppress her curiosity: "The method of leaving you mentioned, is it really overthrowing Chanis's rule?"
"That clue… is it true?"
"Why would you think that?"
"…Well, besides the Wine God Soma, you're the second person to know about my magic ability. It's quite normal to know some secrets of Orario."
Her logic was simple and crude.
But what she got was Keare rubbing her head vigorously with both hands, and his casual yet startling answer that would make everyone gasp.
"Let the Ganesha Familia handle matters of upholding justice."
"As for how to help you leave your Familia?"
Keare frowned, deep in thought. As for whether to overthrow the Soma Familia and use memory alteration to gain complete control?
What a joke?
Did they really think the Wine God Soma was a pushover?
And his ability to alter memories and reshape personalities would inevitably be exposed in Orario, which was completely different from the impact of 'Recovery'!
The latter, as long as one had enough strength, would make Adventurers break down the door to throw money at them.
But the former.
No matter how strong one was, Orario could not tolerate an Adventurer who could change memories and exercise complete control, continuing to develop here.
To break out of this situation, strength was the most crucial factor!
He spread his hands, his attitude taken for granted:
"Isn't the answer very simple? I'm currently Lv1. When I meet Chanis, I have to call him 'senior.' So if I break through my level during this time…"
"It's really hard to say who will call whom 'senior' then!"
"???"