Mirror Mirror

Progress in the Dungeon

Amidst the merriment, Noelle rolled her eyes and stole a moment to herself, looking at the map with a heavy sigh. Their fruitless search weighed on her, the weight of responsibility settling upon her shoulders. Determined not to give up, she decided to explore the village further.

Venturing beyond the café, Noelle stumbled upon a quaint library tucked away in a quiet corner. Intrigued, she stepped inside, her eyes scanning the shelves filled with books of various genres. Noelle wasn't much of a reader, but something drew her to the rows of dusty tomes.

Her gaze fell upon a book about love advice, and a blush colored her cheeks as she discreetly tucked it away. Finding a secluded corner of the library, she settled down, her heart racing with a mix of curiosity and embarrassment.

I-Its not like I'm reading this for personal reasons, Its just... curiosity! Yes that's it! As a royal it would make sense for me to expand my knowledge in all things, even in trivial topics such as L-Love advice! Its not like I'm aiming for a-anyone in particular... just.... reference!

Lost in her own thoughts, Noelle immersed herself in the book's pages, unaware of the old woman approaching her table. In a moment of collision, their books clattered to the ground, startling Noelle from her reverie.

Quickly recovering, Noelle helped the old woman gather her fallen books. Grateful, the old woman thanked her and couldn't help but notice the treasure map lying on the table. Curiosity piqued, she inquired about its significance.

Noelle, feeling a sense of trust in the old woman, confessed, "We're magic knights on a treasure hunt, but we've been searching the village with no luck. The map seems to be outdated."

The old woman's eyes softened with nostalgia as she recalled a long-forgotten event. She explained that the village had once fallen into a chasm, with a labyrinth summoned beneath its surface. The villagers had rebuilt their lives on top of the labyrinth, unaware of the treasure hidden within.

Pointing to an area near their location on the map, the old woman revealed, "If you truly seek the treasure, it might lie within the labyrinth. There's a fissure miles from the village that connects to it. The labyrinth is known to nurture unnatural vegetation, which thrives near the fissure."

Noelle: "Thank you so much for your guidance and wisdom. We truly appreciate your help. We won't forget your words."

Old Woman: "You're most welcome, my dear, may luck be on your side."

With a nod of gratitude, Noelle hurried back to her companions, her mind racing with the newfound knowledge she had acquired.

Noelle: "Guys, I spoke a local from the library, and she shared some information about a labyrinth. It seems the magic knights of the past sealed it away, its a few miles from the village."

 "That's great news, Noelle!" Asta jumps out of his chair with enthusiasm "lets get going!"

Vanessa: "Huhu well alright, I already finished my wine so no complaints here."

Finral: "Well we've already come this far..."

Luck: "Haha! I can feel the excitement coursing through my veins. I can't wait to see what kind of magical wonders await us!"

After a lengthy search, the Black Bulls finally reached the outskirts of the village and discovered the desired crack in the earth. The ground was teeming with overgrown weeds, and certain areas were adorned with bountiful fruits. The mana emitted from the fissure overwhelmed their senses.

Luck: "Whoa, this mana is intense! It's like a lightning storm brewing beneath our feet. I can feel the power coursing through my veins! This is gonna be fun!"