I love time travel the most!

The orc stopped in his tracks, glaring fiercely at Lynn, and demanded, "It hurts so much! What's wrong with you? Have you fallen for this man?!"

"How...how could this be! If he dies here, we'll never get the money we borrowed from him back!"

"Wait... Lynn, we're teammates, right?!"

The girl's words hurt Duster's feelings.

Although it is true, shouldn't it be presented in a more touching way in front of the enemy? What is the relationship between a creditor and a debtor?

The orc nodded.

"Is that so... But unfortunately, all the men here... are captivated by me!"

"I never said anything like that!"

Kazuma Sato angrily denied it loudly.

Darkness, standing on the edge of the battlefield, tapped his chin, somewhat disappointed, and said, "So, orcs only attack men after all. Are orcs that attack female knights no longer around...?"

Lynn asked in surprise, "Darkness, what are you so depressed about?"

“Darknis was greatly shocked to hear that there were no male orcs left.”

"So when she came here, she must have been really looking forward to the possibility that the female knight might spark some kind of romance with the orc."

"What kind of sparks are you trying to create?!"

Hearing Megumin and Aqua's explanation, Lynn took a step back in fright at the perverted female knight's idea.

"Ugh—really, at a time like this! If only Kobayashi-senpai were here!" Sato Kazuma rubbed his head and shouted impatiently, "There's no other way, Megumin, please unleash your Explosion Magic!"

"Is that alright? It might affect Kazuma and Dust?"

"It's okay, I just want to get out of here as soon as possible! As long as you don't bombard me directly, I can find a way to dodge!"

At this point, Kazuma Sato couldn't care less about anything else; he just wanted to leave this place as soon as possible and get away from the orcs in front of him!

"I understand... Dust, can you hear me! Be careful not to get caught in the crossfire! Well then... I'm going now!" Megumin raised her wand and began chanting a spell.

The orc grew even more audacious, grinning wickedly as he said, "No matter what attack you launch, it's all in vain, my dear! For I am destined to grow old with you—"

"——Explosion!!!"

"Awoooo ...

Before he could finish speaking, a huge fireball fell from the sky and landed on the orc, eliciting painful howls.

When everything was over, Duster came closer, looked at the huge pit, and exclaimed, "Whew—that was dangerous. The power was as ridiculously strong as ever."

Lynn tapped him on the head and said, "They saved you, and you're still saying things like that. Okay, go thank Kazuma and the others."

“I know… you guys really saved my life this time, thank you so much. I will repay this kindness someday,” Duster said to Sato Kazuma and the others.

Aqua stroked her chin: "One day... it really will have Dust's style."

Huihui chimed in, "But it's great that we were able to defeat the orcs successfully. Darkness, please carry me."

“Okay, thank you for your hard work, Huihui.” Darkness picked her up and carried her on his back.

At this moment, the two scumbags who had been avoiding the four women's gazes huddled together.

"Kazuma, after running into this mess, once we get back to Axel—"

"Don't say anything, I understand."

"He truly is my dearest friend."

It's not that Duster isn't grateful, it's just that his way of expressing gratitude is only suitable for Kazuma Sato.

The group then left the scene.

evening.

A sound came from deep within the crater created by Megumin's Explosion Magic—

"Hmm, hmm... Ah, where did my darling go? She's gone... She must have gone back while I was asleep. But it's okay, this relationship isn't over yet. I won't let my darling slip through my fingers, hehehe...!"

The eerie laughter sent a shiver through the forest, and also sent a chill down the spine of Kazuma Sato, far away in Axel. It seemed his obsession with the orcs was far from over.

Chapter 430 The Queenly Aesthetics of the Loli Succubus

Succubus Shop.

The infamous scumbag duo of Axel deliberately ditched their teammates and secretly gathered here at dusk.

Kazuma Sato didn't want to come, but he couldn't resist Duster's enthusiastic invitation, so he reluctantly came.

It's definitely not about trying out the succubus store's special package.

Well, absolutely not!

Arriving at the succubus shop, which was even more bustling than usual, the unique decor and the intriguing pink color made their cheeks flush slightly.

"Is it really okay? I've already received the reward for the expedition, and I feel a little bad that you're treating me to the food at the shop."

"It's okay! I only took this task to pay off my debts anyway, so I might as well spend lavishly."

"Dasser, you're such a good person, thank you! Then let's order something special right away... um? To pay off the debt?"

Suddenly I heard a strange word.

Looking at the indifferent Duster, Kazuma Sato stared wide-eyed in disbelief and said, "Did you perhaps give us the reward you were supposed to use to pay off your debts?"

“Yes, that’s right,” Duster replied matter-of-factly, without a hint of concern.

Oh no, it seems he's playing the villain.

Seemingly sensing Sato Kazuma's concerns, Duster comforted him, "It's alright. It's far better to use it on the succubus shop and on you than on those fierce debt collectors."

No, no, no, that's not how it works!

If you have any outstanding debts, pay them back as soon as possible!

Using debt money to play at a succubus shop is no different from using debt money to gamble on horse races. At least realize which is more important!

"Oh, that's a harsh way to put it. All we want is for you to return what you borrowed."

Suddenly, a voice intervened, and a tall figure completely enveloped the two of them.

Turning my head, I saw a muscular, menacing-looking man standing there, exuding a strong sense of oppression and tension.

Needless to say, the burly man who suddenly appeared was the debt collector.

Duster's expression changed drastically, and he took a step back.

"Huh! What are you doing here!"

"We know exactly where you're going!"

The debt collector glared at Duster, then looked at Sato Kazuma and said, "Hey buddy over there, you seem to have gotten money from this guy, right?"

"Huh? Ah—my stomach hurts so much...and suddenly I feel a chill..."

The scumbag and Zhen immediately went limp.

It won't work if it doesn't wither.

He was just an ordinary adventurer, and his opponent's arms were thicker than his thighs; he had no chance of winning.

"Huh? Pretending to be sick and running away won't work!"

The debt collectors saw through his trick immediately and had already classified Sato Kazuma as being in cahoots with Duster.

Duster clicked his tongue in disbelief and turned to run away.

"Tch. Kazuma, run!"

"Huh? Hey, wait a minute... why do I have to run too?"

Kazuma Sato unconsciously ran after them, while behind him came the debt collectors' frightening threats.

"You two... I will never let you go until you pay back the principal and interest!"

"Why did I have to be dragged into this?!"

On the streets of Axel, Kazuma Sato's incredibly aggrieved roar echoed.

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The two ran into the alley.

Panting heavily, Sato Kazuma grabbed Duster by the collar and yelled, "You idiot! What have you done?! Why did you have to spend the money meant for paying off your debts on pleasure at a succubus shop?!"

"So, does that really mean you're giving me the money so I can pay it back?"

"Well..."

They promised to pay back the money, but when you ask for it back, they won't give it to you.

Kazuma Sato is such a person, and at the same time, he is more deeply impressed by Duster's shamelessness.

They are on par with themselves.

"What do we do now? I wanted to go to the succubus shop, but now I can't go. That guy will definitely be blocking the way."

I finally managed to raise the money to enjoy myself at the succubus store, and then this kind of thing happens.

I'm so frustrated I could cry.

“Don’t worry, Kazuma,” Duster reassured him. “There’s another way to enjoy even better service than the limited-edition package.”

"...Hey, something doesn't feel right about what you're saying. Could there be some danger waiting for me?"

"How could I? You're my best friend. So, are you going?"

"Go!"

Kazuma Sato's answer was incredibly straightforward.

A man remains a boy until death; even if danger lurks ahead, he's willing to risk everything for his own aspirations. Just like when he went to raise money to save Duster!

"Good answer. Come with me, Kazuma."

With a sly smile, Duster entered the alley behind the succubus shop. It was a secluded spot, usually deserted.

At this moment, some people were already waiting in the alley.