SELECT DUNGEON'S STORY - Nephilim's Corruption

Chapter 10 - Vezda and the Alliance of Aliviah

When everyone was asleep and the headquarters of the Aliviah Alliance was quiet, Vezda had already opened both books in the main room where the elite members of the Aliviah Alliance had gathered. Only the room's lights were on and Vezda was still puzzled by what was really going on in the current dungeon after fighting the 2 monster humans.

“Monster new type with different crystal than usual, human who became a monster, and worse yet why there are human monsters on the surface also have a relationship with Carlos.” Vezda also put his notebook together with the second book of notebooks that monster humans on the surface dropped from his cloak.

“So, how was the fight?” Aleratha asked Vezda after entering the room.

“Humans who became monsters are similar to Charlos, but have different powers. Its power has a power level equivalent to Carlos with a different attack form.” Vezda explained everything related to the monster he had just fought secretly.

“So, whoever made him into the monster turned out to be able to provide unique power to humans or anyone who became a monster.” Aleratha said while thinking about what really happened.

“Only human and elf.” Vezda answered Aleratha briefly.

“Hah?” Aleratha immediately looked towards Vezda.

“Vina wrote it in this book.” Vezda pointed to a section of Vina's diary explaining the matter to Aleratha.

“Vina?” Aleratha asked Vezda.

“Vina is the name of the monster man I fought. She is the lover of Carlos and if I follow what happened in this book, at least they have 3 more friends who are similar.” Vezda explained to Aleratha and Aleratha read Vina's notes.

“Is the power the same?” Aleratha asked as she looked for the answer in the book she was reading.

“The answer is in Carlos' notebook. At least 1 in 3 of them had the original personality of a monster, and both of them were still like people in general. The problem is that the three of them are very strong. Maybe level 6 or more.” Vezda.

“Elf, yes? It turned out that indeed according to what Vina wrote here, there were 1 Elf who turned into a monster.” Aleratha said to Vezda and pointed out the Vina passage.

“But there are no clues whatsoever regarding their names. So we can only assume.

“Maybe it helps us to read slowly every page of these books and look for every important thing that can show us something.” Aleratha opened every page of the book carefully.

“Good idea.” So too with Vezda.

Vezda and Aleratha were very focused on each of the books they read and they remembered each important passage and also marked it with a fold of paper to be a clue that would be given later in the morning. Then after a few hours, Vezda was shocked when Aleratha's head had landed on her right shoulder due to falling asleep. Vezda then brought her body closer to Aleratha's body so that her head can lean more naturally and comfortably. Then Vezda closed the book held by Aleratha and put the book in Vezda's lap. Vezda then continued reading it for a few more pages. However, Vezda's body was tired because of the fight as well and the activities he did. Vezda finally fell asleep with his head leaning against Aleratha's head. They are like lovers now.

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Hmmmm? Why are the main lights still on? As I recall since we left yesterday, I turned off the lights. Laris who just woke up saw that the main room was still in a state of light. Laris went in and was quite surprised to find Vezda and Aleratha sleeping in a sitting position and their heads leaning against each other.

Laris sees that they both may have read something, so Laris picks up the book Vezda is holding and she discovers that it is Carlos' diary. Laris knew exactly what they were doing last night and started thinking back about Carlos they were up against when he was on the 50th floor a few days ago.

“Yes, I also did not know menge–” Celia who was chatting with Calia while heading to the main room was surprised to see Aleratha and Vezda who were still asleep while Laris just smiled.

“Yes, Even though Ragnulf is already moody and feeling down, he will probably always be like that.” Aliviah said to Syllia.

“Sister Celia, sister Calia why are you guys just staying outside?” Syllia asked and saw what Celia and Calia saw.

“Ohhhh. Vezda turns out to be very fast in taking action right?” Aliviah said this and Syllia's face turned red when she saw Aleratha and Vezda sleeping like lovers.

Due to the noise they caused, Vezda and Aleratha slowly opened their eyes. The two of them were still unaware that Celia, Calia, Syllia, Laris, and Archon were watching them. After opening my eyes, they looked at each other for a while and they both realized what happened followed by their two faces becoming red in embarrassment and Vezda who realized first when she saw Laris who was only smiling because she was confused what what he has to say.

“Captain Laris.” Vezda said very nervously then Aleratha also realized that many had noticed them.

“How night per–.”

DUUUAAGGH!!!

Not finished Aliviah asked, Aleratha's punch had drifted first into Aliviah's face and left a very clear punch mark visible.

“Let's put that aside, Aliviah. This book is Carlos's diary. Does Vezda or Aleratha want to explain this diary? I'm sure you two have been reading these books all night looking for information on every single thing related to them.” Laris asked and Vezda and Aleratha looked at each other for a moment.

“Good.I'll explain everything, Captain.” Vezda immediately explained every single thing that happened while all the other alliance members were enjoying a meal at the restaurant last night.

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All the elite members besides Ragnulf, Samir, and Bromner listened to what just happened last night while they were at the restaurant. Vezda deliberately did not want to tell anyone because they were all not carrying any weapons and some of them were drunk. Meanwhile, the human monster named Vina is eyeing Vezda and is not a member of the other alliance.

“If the actual condition is so, I understand and Vezda also has a killer instinct that really helped him at that time.” Laris Says to Vezda.

“Then these two books are Vina's diary and it seems that according to information from Vina and Carlos, only the two of them made a notebook or diary like this.” Vezda and Aleratha opened both books.

“There is no important information about who they are and what really happened, but certainly humans and elves can be monsters.” Aleratha.

“But, we have information that there are at least 5 people who turn themselves into monsters.” Laris said that while still thinking about the possibilities that will happen.

“Despite it, we have no more information.” Aleratha continued.

“The thing that made me suspicious was the coordinated attacks of monsters and monster humans. My hunch says, there's an Archon involved here.” Aliviah said to them all.

Makes sense. Because there was no way a monster could come out to the surface as easily as Vina who already had no human aura. Vezda thought about it and raised the knife that Vina had previously used.

“Vezda, you brought the knife, didn't you?” Lopez asked Vezda.

“Iya. This blade was made from a wooden rod that seemed to come from Vina's body or perhaps the plant monster. This knife has characteristics such as a combination of adamantine and mithril.” Vezda explained.

“It makes sense that it has characteristics like adamantin because those monsters are very strong and may not be able to be killed with the force of a punch or a blunt object impact. If mithril I'm not too sure.” Laris told Vezda and Vezda gave the knife to Laris for inspection.

“The knife can indeed flow magic, but maybe it comes from Vina because the monsters we have fought did react to magic, but could not deliver magic.” Vezda told Laris.

“No. I tried it by injuring my hand yesterday after the fight.” The words surprised them all because it should have been checked by the blacksmith on the characteristics and effects that would be caused if injured, but Vezda did so in a way that ‘sulit’.

“If you've said that it should be just an ordinary dagger. Maybe the unusual manufacturing material.” Laris said and put the knife on the table.

“Captain, I ask permission to use this knife.” Vezda said to Laris directly.

“Can we know the reason? Because this Blade is used by monsters and has killed many adventurers that can be seen from its use.” Lopez asked Vezda.

“Vina is a figure who is always with Carlos until they both become monsters. At least I want to respect them both as a human and an adventurer. This knife is a reminder for both of them.” Vezda's words signify a heart full of empathy Vezda for his colleagues.

“If that is your reason, I allow it. Vezda, use this knife wisely.” Laris gave this knife to Vezda and Vezda accepted it.

“Laris, maybe for a while we put this problem aside first and we start to spell for other administrative matters. Besides we also have to take care of some things here.” Aleratha said to Laris.

“Betul. It would be better if we start with breakfast. Let's head to the dining room. I'm sure everything's been waiting there.” Laris stood up and invited everyone to head to the dining room on the ground floor of Aliviah Headquarters and breakfast with other alliance members.

When the others came out, Vezda put his knife into the knife that belonged to Vina. After that put it on the waist of the back with the handle on the right so that it is easy to be pulled by Vezda. Aleratha unknowingly waited for Vezda at the door so they could get together towards the dining room.

“Oh? I thought you were gone with the others.” Vezda said to Aleratha.

“I can not leave you and also you are not fully familiar with this place.” Aleratha said with a slight smile.

“Thank you very much, Aleratha.” Vezda said and walked with Aleratha.

Waita minute. I walked with Aleratha, Aliviah may have reached the dining room, and most likely me and Aleratha were last there. Vezda thought something was going to happen because of Aliviah's chattering at the bar and what she had just seen.

“Vezda.” Aleratha called Vezda.

“What's up, Aleratha?” Vezda said while looking at Aleratha.

“Uh..thank you.has accompanied me last night.” Aleratha said with her face reddened from remembering that she slept on the sofa with Vezda.

“Ah. That's. I should have thanked him.” Vezda said to Aleratha.

“Even when I take a nap or sleep in an emergency there are others who accompany me. Though I only wanted to close my eyes for a moment, but it turns out my body did not say so.” Aleratha said to Vezda.

“No need to be in trouble. Actually, I'm glad to be with you.” Vezda said and Aleratha just smiled.

“You are not expressing love to a vice-captain of the alliance, are you?” Aleratha said this and Vezda's face flushed slightly.

“No. No. gabe. I'm just being honest with my feelings.” Vezda said nervously.

“Alright then. Later in the day we have to take your prosthetic hand, so we now have breakfast first before doing any activity.” Clearly Alertaha and the two of them walked into the dining room of the Aliviah Alliance.

When Vezda entered, all members of the Alliance Aliviah had passed by there talking, enjoying food, and also joking in the morning. Vezda sees no Ragnulf and Samir there, but Vezda is already thinking of looking for them after eating. Vezda and Aleratha took their breakfast and sat down with Syllia and Aliviah.

“Oh Yes, Vezda.” Aliviah said with the food in her mouth.

“Hmm?” Vezda answered him in a voice as he was still chewing his food.

“Aliviah, swallow first new talk.” Aleratha scolded Aliviah.

“Tadi, I received a package from United. They said it was for you. Looks like Alfred already kept it in your room.” Aliviah.

“Package from United? Who sent it?” Vezda asked Aliviah.

“Araga City Union. In the letter is a letter from Yvette to you. Maybe it was sent after knowing that he would return to heaven.” Aliviah explained it with santi, but Vezda was surprised to hear it.

Waita minute. The lockers of the Yvette Alliance were Angst & Malice. Is it possible that Yvette did know that I was going to return it to it? Vezda thought for a moment with a surprised face.

“Alfred!!” vezda immediately called Alfred who was walking after finishing his meal.

“Iya? What what what, Vezda?” Alfred approached Vezda.

“You were not hurt after bringing the package?” Vezda got up from his stool and checked Alfred's hands.

“Eh..? No, Vezda. Why?” Alfred was a little surprised and some of them were also confused to see Vezda's reaction.

“Thank God. That thing you brought is a cursed weapon. If you were injured because of that weapon, your wounds would not be able to heal at all other than using the highest level of elixir recovery potion or someone who has a high level of healing magic.” Vezda explained and Aliviah realized that the weapon meant no ordinary weapon.

“Wait a minute why would Yvette send such a weapon to you?” Syllia asked Vezda.

“Not for Vezda. The gun does belong to Vezda.” Aliviah said to Vezda.

“It's true that the weapon is mine which I also left in Araga.” Vezda answered briefly and sat back down.

“Alfred, just continue your activities. Thank you for helping.” Aleratha said to Alfred and Alfred hurried to continue his activities.

“If my estimation is correct, then that weapon is the weapon you used for.” Aliviah said and Vezda answered it before Aliviah finished answering.

“Betul. That weapon I used for the massacre at Araga.” Vezda replied and for a moment he became lethargic.

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