How did I turn the victim into Feng Aotian?

......Shilok had the illusion that he was a hound that had been released to kill its prey and was coming back to ask for a reward from its master.

"Sirok, do you want to fight? Let me pull you back instead."

"Wait a minute, take a rest first."

Shilok pondered over his next plan of action.

The levels are about the same now, and Cass's skills have been trained to the limit at this level.

It’s time to go to the next floor, obtain the protagonist’s exclusive weapon, and acquire a powerful equipment.

But if this happens, he will have to meet the woman from the Fallen Demon Society, who has left a huge psychological shadow on Hellock, so he is somewhat reluctant...

Just as Shilok was drawing circles in the water with his hands, Cass suddenly spoke:

"Speaking of which, Shilok...why are you so nice to me?"

"what?"

Maybe it was a whim.

Maybe it's a quick upgrade to Lv10 these days.

Don't be afraid of the monsters on the first layer, the aftereffects of becoming stronger.

"What do you mean by being so nice to you? You're talking as if I only love you?"

"That's not what I meant..."

Cass smiled bitterly, rubbed his wet blue hair, and tried to remain calm:

"....I met you on the first day of school. Before that, I never knew you existed, and Brid never told me that you were her childhood playmate.

The first time we met, you told me... uh... the despair and dark world line?

Unclear words...I really didn't understand what you were saying at the time...

But everything that happened later...proved that what you said was true.

Fight off Cliff, level up quickly, and every time I got into trouble, you lend a hand.

Why are you willing to do this for me?

Providing so much help to an ordinary explorer like me who can be found everywhere and has no special features..."

Cass turned his face away, pretending to admire the tall and majestic tree.

Little did Hellock know that what he was thinking at this moment was: What is this guy pretending to be? Ordinary? Then what am I, a leech?

"Why are you doing some weird new things like Brid..."

"Bride? ...Um, Shilok, I'm just, curious."

Cass didn't want to embarrass Shilok.

Cass, who grew up surrounded by people and received an elite education, was somewhat aware of this.

Shilok approached him for some purpose.

This man knew that he was the next successor to the Benol Company.

for money?

For power?

Every time he really risked his life to help me.

It doesn't look like the acting. If he could act this much like the actor, Hollywood would owe Hillock at least three Oscars.

Is it really just for...

That reason made Cass——

Katya's heart was pounding.

However, Hillock replied quickly:

"Because we are friends."

"...Ah? Friends?"

This answer left Cass stunned for a while.

"I've heard Brid mention you. You're helpful, friendly, responsible, and you don't change your attitude toward others just because of your strength.

Cass, I admire you for who you are. I want to make friends with such an upright person, and I want to make friends with people who have a righteous heart. I don’t think I need any reason.”

"Is that so? Hahaha...friends...friends are pretty good too."

Cas scratched his cheek sheepishly.

After confirming this answer, a ripple of bitterness arose in my heart.

But that's okay.

If I could tell Shilok my true identity in the future, what kind of expression would he have?

Can we still be friends?

Will he face and accept the real me?

Cass was in a dilemma.

Little did he know that Shilok was pinching his thigh with his right hand.

Because he said something that was not in line with his style, Shinobu's face turned purple and was covered with black lines.

Shilok quickly said something else to divert attention:

"Cas, how are Korsi and Brid?"

"Huh? Hmm."

Cass came back to his senses and followed Hillock's instructions to change the subject:

"She's in good shape. Her talent has enabled her to brake within 50 meters. As you said, we can practice in the Slime Cave in Area B. The place is big, and the slime's own softness and elasticity will ensure that Brid won't get hurt. However..."

Cas was very uncomfortable and looked guilty.

"What is the problem?"

"I don't like lying."

"That's not a lie. Didn't I tell you that if they ask you how you know, just say that the teacher taught you. Just don't say my name."

"I know! But... this was all your idea, Shilok. You are the one who should be thanked! Can't you just let me say that you taught me?"

"No."

Shilok spoke righteously.

So far, it seems to be going well.

I can’t join Cass’s team in person, and I can’t let Corsi fall in love with me (?) without talking about Brid.

Even though I don't want to do it, while completing this task, I can also completely get rid of Nolus.

The determination to kill the Minotaur is greater than the psychological trauma of the past.

Shilok adjusted his breathing and made an invitation:

"Cas, are you free on the weekend of the 20th?"

"Yes, yes...I am usually at home on weekends, and there are not many people at home...Do you want to come to my house and play?"

"Do not want to."

Shilok answered in seconds, causing Cass's expression to freeze.

"We'll be out for those two days, and we'll have to sleep away."

"what?"

When Cass heard this, his face turned red.

"Why are you blushing? I'm talking about spending two nights in the dungeon, not a camping trip. What are you imagining?"

"No! Two nights, right? It's okay, I'll arrange the time for the day."

Anyway, I have no one to talk to at home on weekends.

Cass's whispered words were heard by Shilok, who understood them to mean: As a young master, Cass is really free and can play as he pleases.

"Then let's meet at McDonald's, the commercial district of the dungeon, at 21 noon on the 12st, where you wore that weird suit last time."

"You don't have to call me a weirdo... Where are we going to kill monsters? Shilok, you tell me, I will definitely go with you."

“No need to spawn monsters this time.”

Shilok smiled evilly:

"Let's go to the second floor and get your special weapon."

"Wait, did I hear you right? The second floor? The recommended safety level there is Lv15."

"Yes, it's the second floor."

"Sirok, any monster there is stronger than Cliff, are you kidding me?

There was no joking in Shilok's eyes.

There was only one meaning that could be read from Cass's expression:

Are you crazy?

45. Is this a date?

In a blink of an eye, the time came to July 4th.

Saturday, 11:36pm.

A man and a woman are camping in the wild...

Pink delusions swam through my mind.

Cass, sitting in McDonald's, shook his head and licked his milk ice cream.

No, Katia, you're overthinking it. Don't you know best what kind of person Shilok is?

If Hellux is interested in my current male attire, then I would be troubled...

Because of an appointment with Hillock, Cass and his teammates told him they had something to do and left early.

Following Hillock's instructions, Cass told Brid not to go to the dungeon for training for the next two days.

Brid objected, saying that with the decisive battle approaching, how could she relax her training?

If she still insists, then tell Brid:

—A new bakery opened in Rox Square in Duruo District and held a food tasting event to relax your tense nerves—

—Goo, I get it. I’ll double the amount of training next time—

Then Brid set off this morning.

This was confirmed by a message from Hillock. In the morning, he looked through the window and saw Brid, dressed in simple casual clothes, rushing out of the house in high spirits.

Cass asked Hillock why he didn't just say it directly, aren't you childhood sweethearts?

Hillock responded with some ambiguous words such as "It's rare that the relationship has cooled, be careful of the minotaurs."

Kelsey just happened to be back to help out at her relative's cafe. Today is Saturday, and the business will be open very late.

Go to the dungeon to heal teammates, and then help with the shop when you get home.

Cass sincerely admires her and plans to visit her cafe someday to show his support.

"Hey, Cas. You're a little early."

"It's okay, I just got here."

Cass said the line he had always wanted to try.

Cass was still wearing his school uniform because he would have to change into it when he went down to the dungeon.

Hillock was still wearing the same hoodie as last time, which Cas found a bit boring.