"Wait, you said you came to adventure? Are you not LV.2 yet?"
Riveria, catching onto the blind spot, felt dizzy. To delve alone to the Seventeenth Floor and return with only LV.1 stats—what kind of bizarre feat was this?
How could anyone possibly do such a thing?
"That's right, after all, I've only been an adventurer for about a month."
Facing Riveria's disbelief, Shirou responded nonchalantly. Indeed, such a feat was impossible for others.
He was able to achieve it for various reasons.
For example, his magic circuits. Because he possessed an additional magical organ compared to the adventurers of this world, his magical energy recovery speed was significantly superior to theirs.
Not to mention, under the enhancement of the Divine Blessing, his magic circuits had also received a massive boost.
Then there were his basic abilities, which were far higher than those of adventurers at the same level.
Unlike other adventurers whose basic ability limit was 999, his was 1199. Not to mention, other adventurers usually didn't even reach their limit.
And most importantly, his combat experience and stable mindset.
These were typically traits found in strong individuals, but even the strongest individuals started as rookies.
Their growth path began when they entered the Dungeon, while Shirou had already grown during that mythological war.
This was why he was able to accomplish this impossible feat.
"Only one month to go from a beginner to a quasi-upper-tier adventurer on the verge of becoming LV.2? How is that possible? Do you have a rare skill?"
Tiona, having shaken off her initial shock, hugged Shirou's shoulders and shook him.
Tione, seeing this, also crowded closer.
Facing these two Amazon warriors pressing against him, Shirou, who had never experienced such a situation, quickly blushed.
Seeing this, even Ais intended to close in, but Finn fortunately stopped them in time.
"Alright, hold on. I know you all have many questions, but this isn't the place to talk!"
Glancing around, the other adventurers nearby were looking at Shirou, who stood among the Loki Familia, with puzzled expressions.
They were discussing amongst themselves.
"How is that person with the Loki Familia?"
"Is he a member of the Loki Familia? But I've never heard of such a person before!"
"Could it be a newcomer? Hiss! No, impossible!"
They had all witnessed Shirou's previous battle; he was definitely an adventurer with top-tier combat prowess.
They had expected some fortunate Familia to experience significant development because of him, but they never imagined such a genius would be a member of the Loki Familia.
Shirou, also noticing the pointing fingers from around them, quickly broke free from Tiona and Tione's entanglement.
He took a few steps back and said somewhat shyly, "Let's talk about it when we get back, Captain. Right now, I need to complete my expedition."
With that, Shirou took the lead and started walking forward.
"Wait, I'll go with you!"
Ais, who hadn't had a chance to say anything earlier, quickly chased after him. Seeing this, Tiona, Tione, and Bete also quickly followed.
"Hey, where are you all running off to!"
Looking at the five figures who instantly vanished from sight, Riveria sighed, massaging her forehead in exasperation. These problem children were truly a handful.
"Alright, Riveria. Let's head back quickly too! I have many questions I want to ask Loki now!"
The information Shirou revealed was truly astonishing.
Judging by their past experience, Shirou's speed of progress was almost impossible. But there was no reason for him to deceive them, as it would be too easy to expose. This left them quite conflicted. And now, the only one who could resolve their doubts was their patron goddess, Loki!
"Pick up the pace! Let's get back to the Familia as soon as possible!"
"Yes!"
At Finn's command, the members of the Loki Familia began a forced march.
For them, the upper levels' environment was no different from the surface. Looking towards the rapidly approaching surface, Finn couldn't help but think, "I hope Loki can give me a satisfying answer!"
"So that's how it is. I just didn't expect his way of adventuring would be to delve into the Seventeenth Floor alone. If I had known that, I definitely would have waited for you all to return and sent someone to accompany him!"
At the Loki Familia's base, Twilight Manor.
After conversing with Finn, Loki looked at Shirou with a solemn expression.
"While adventuring is necessary for leveling up, you were far too reckless! Remember, you were still LV.1!"
Around Shirou, other executive members of the Loki Familia sat in the main hall, staring at him.
Especially the other team members, originally responsible for resupply and led by Gareth.
After hearing about Shirou's great feat, they were all too stunned to speak.
Being stared at by so many people with such expressions made Shirou very uncomfortable. Neither in his previous life nor this one had he experienced anything like it.
Looking at the somewhat flustered Shirou, Loki's previously solemn expression suddenly broke into hearty laughter.
"It was dangerous, but I'm satisfied! This is what a true hero is!"
A pleased Loki immediately put her arm around Shirou's shoulders, patting his back repeatedly.
Hearing Loki's triumphant laughter, the other members of the Loki Familia also smiled and cheered.
"Excellent! Knowing it's impossible yet doing it anyway—that's a true hero!"
"Though not very composed, that fighting spirit is truly unmatched!"
"He's practically a born hero!"
Amidst the cheers of the crowd, the three main figures of the Familia—Gareth, Riveria, and Finn—all praised him in succession.
"I'm not that good!"
Hearing everyone's praise, warmth surged in Shirou's heart.
"You! Always so humble and never arrogant. This is the recognition of your comrades; just honestly accept it!"
Patting Shirou's shoulder, Loki turned to the other members in the hall and shouted, "Right, everyone!"
"That's right! Emiya-Kun is the best!"
"Go, Emiya! We believe you'll definitely become a hero!"
"You've broken our princess's record! Believe in yourself!"
Hearing the calls from the other Familia members, Shirou shouted excitedly, "Yes!"
This feeling of being cared for by others felt truly good!
Shirou could feel that his comrades held the most sincere blessings for him.
They didn't regard him with wariness or suspicion because of his unusual nature.
Shirou deeply appreciated this solid sense of trust.
Thump!
Loki, on a whim, slammed her hand heavily on the table and shouted,
"Today is a day of double celebration!"
"Our expedition members have returned safely, and our Familia's new recruit has achieved a great feat, becoming an upper-tier adventurer! How can we not celebrate such joyous news!"
"Everyone, let's celebrate well tonight!"
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