Anime, infinite dimension starting from Mahou no Yakumo

Seeing that it couldn't pounce, the five people breathed a sigh of relief.

"It's...it's actually a Level 1 Dangerous Dragon Lion...How amazing."

"Hehe, that's right, it took me a lot of effort to catch it a few days ago."

Esdeath said with a smile.

However, Yotsuba Mahiro stared at the strange lion with a face full of curiosity.

This is a variety I've never seen before...

He had clearly killed almost every level-one dangerous species in the forest, but it turned out there were other species he didn't know about.

I wonder what this lion tastes like.

"No way, Lady Esdeath... you're planning to use it as our training subject?" Niu asked, her eyes wide.

A Level 1 Dangerous Species? That's not something they can take down with their strength alone. Niu estimated that even if all six of them were tied together, they wouldn't be enough to fill the dragon-lion's teeth, aside from Lady Esdeath.

Others also agreed.

But one of the burly-looking men claimed that even a level-one dangerous species could be easily taken down if they all attacked together.

This made Esdeath glance at her slightly.

However, Esdeath immediately said, "No need to guess. I will now announce today's training schedule."

"Your goal is indeed to hunt down this dangerous species, but no ganging up on it. Take them one at a time. And besides that, there's one more requirement..."

There are still requirements?!

As expected of you, Lady Esdeath.

I already thought it was outrageous enough that someone could hunt a Level 1 dangerous species alone, but there were other requirements too!

"Because this lion has been hungry for several days, its strength is far less than before, so you will have to fight it fairly with your bare hands. Don't be afraid, I can handle it by myself, and I believe you can too."

"..."

The five of them couldn't utter a single word.

No wonder they were so eager to pounce on that lion; it had been starving for days...

But now we have to fight this monster with our bare hands?

Thinking of this, the five men felt a chill run down their spines.

"Lady Esdeath...isn't this a bit too dangerous?" Niu whispered.

"Yes, you're right, that's why I've prepared insurance measures specifically for you."

As she spoke, Esdeath pulled out a pre-prepared iron chain several tens of meters long from a corner of the arena and threw it over. Surprisingly, a pet collar was attached to one end of the chain!

"See? Just put the collar around your neck when you go out to fight. If I determine that you are really in danger, I will pull you out of the arena by pulling the other end."

Everyone broke out in a sweat, not to mention Vice General Esdeath's assessment of the danger level.

If they actually had to wear collars when going out to battle, it would almost give the impression that Lady Esdeath was treating them like pet dogs.

No, you could tell from the barely concealed excitement in her eyes that this was clearly a case of revealing one's true intentions!

That was the plan we had from the beginning, wasn't it?

Forget hunting dangerous species, raising pets should be your priority!

"Alright, who wants to go first?"

Upon hearing this, the five of them immediately took a step back, betraying Yotsuba Mahiro.

"Oh? You? As expected of a newcomer added at the last minute, you've got guts." Esdeath looked at Yotsuba Mahiro standing there and smiled with satisfaction.

It's just that his smile is a little bit frivolous.

"me?"

Makoto looked around and saw the five people who had retreated pretending to be stupid and staring at the sky. No one dared to meet his gaze.

"Okay, I'll take it."

"Hmm, not bad. Then, to commend your courage, I'll put it on you myself."

Esdeath strode forward, holding the collar, and walked straight toward Mahiro.

Just as he was about to put it on, Mahiro suddenly stepped back and dodged the other person.

"General Esdeath, you can keep the dog collar for yourself when you're bored. It's just a dangerous species, why bother with all that trouble?"

Upon hearing this, the others were stunned and couldn't help but give him a thumbs up in their hearts.

Warrior!

You're a real man, daring to speak to Lady Esdeath like that!

"Oh~"

Esdeath raised an eyebrow, slowly lowered her hand, and turned to look at him. "You're quite courageous, aren't you? You're the first person to dare talk to me like that."

"Really? Then I'm honored."

Completely ignoring Esdeath's dangerous gaze, Mahiro smiled slightly and said, "Oh, right, there's one more thing. If I kill this dangerous creature, is it alright to have it for dinner tonight?"

"Of course, if you can do it."

Esdeath was very magnanimous and didn't care about his previous insults at all. She even said with admiration, "If you can do it, I'll throw you a party tonight, and I'll pay for it."

"Okay, it's a deal."

Yotsuba Mahiro turned around, looked at the dangerous lion frantically pulling at its chains, and whispered:

"Then I'll start!"

As soon as he finished speaking, Yotsuba Mahiro's figure vanished from the spot.

"So fast!"

Niu and the others stared wide-eyed, unable to spot Yotsuba Mahiro despite their good eyesight.

Moreover, when it reappeared, it had already leaped into the air and was on top of the lion's head.

"Wow, you've got some skills."

Just because they can't see through it doesn't mean Esdeath can't see it. She saw Yotsuba Mahiro run over first, then leap up and use the chains for leverage to perform a double jump onto the dragon lion's head.

At the same time, he clenched his fist and raised it high.

"Lie down!!!"

Boom!

With one punch, dust and smoke instantly billowed up.

Amidst the smoke and dust, the lion's massive body slowly collapsed, and a human figure stood atop it.

It was Yotsuba Makoto.

He jumped down from the pierced head of the dragon and lion, and as the smoke and dust gradually dissipated, his figure reappeared step by step.

She still wore that ever-present smile, and her clothes were still impeccably neat, as if nothing had changed.

Except for the dragon-lion, which lay motionless in a pool of blood.

"Lady Esdeath, the mission is complete."

"Well done, your training for the rest of today is waived."

Esdeath said this, but there was no cheering in response.

Because the other five people looked at Yotsuba Mahiro as if they were looking at Superman.

"He actually took down a Level 1 Dangerous Species with a single punch..."

"...Is this guy even human?"

Completely dumbfounded.

Only Esdeath's gaze towards him held a strange light, and even the smile on her lips grew brighter.

"Heh, interesting."

-------------------------------------

"This lion's meat doesn't taste very good either..."

Esdeath kept her promise and took them to a party, but everyone practically spent the whole thing in tears, because it was the only proper meal they had eaten since yesterday.

After the banquet, Esdeath gave them a day off, allowing them to relax and have some free time.

So, while picking his teeth, Makoto returned to the restricted area under the military's jurisdiction.

After all, this is not only the headquarters of the army, but also the headquarters of the Imperial Capital Garrison.

He planned to familiarize himself with the environment a bit, but he had already given up on the military route, since Esdeath was leading the team and she didn't fall for bribes at all.

Even the emperor's rewards were given to her subordinates without keeping a single penny for herself, or to the families of the fallen soldiers.

Besides, it was mainly because the army was headed by General Bude.

That was a stubborn and pedantic old man who not only refused to accept any bribes but also ignored all matters of state. Otherwise, how could Minister Ernest have been able to stir up trouble there?

Not to mention that even a naturally gifted general like Esdeath, with exceptional abilities, took many days to climb to the position of vice general.

Although it looks like I'll be promoted again soon.

"Hey, who is it?! Can't you see where you're going?!"

Just as he was lost in thought, he seemed to bump into someone.

No, to be precise, it wasn't that he bumped into someone. With his abilities, he couldn't possibly have bumped into someone while walking. It just so happened that the door next to him opened, and someone walked out and bumped into him, causing the person to fall down with a thud.

The person was wearing a white coat and didn't look like a doctor; they looked more like a researcher.

He wore black-rimmed glasses, had a bit of stubble on his chin, and a tuft of white highlights on his black hair. For some reason, his voice sounded a bit effeminate.

"Are you alright?" Mahiro stopped and asked calmly.

The man had initially raised his eyebrows in anger, ready to hurl insults, but upon seeing Makoto's handsome and refined appearance, with his meticulously sculpted features, he immediately swallowed his words.

Instead, she spoke in a soft, coquettish voice:

"Oh dear, I think I twisted my ankle. Could you please help me to the infirmary?"

A little disgusting.

but....

"The infirmary? Where is it?"

"Oh, you must be new here, no wonder you don't recognize me. My name is Dr. Fashion, and I'm in charge of the Empire's medical and technological research. Actually, you could say I'm assigned to the Imperial Capital Garrison."

Upon hearing this name, the corner of his mouth twitched involuntarily.

No wonder he's so effeminate, it turns out he's that weirdo who loves doing human experiments.

However, this guy is still somewhat useful, especially the body enhancement potion he made for Black Eyes, which might help enhance the effects of his own potion.

For example, the abilities of super dangerous species that fuse with points, like Tyrande's.

Not to mention, this guy seems to have some connection with the assassination squad, so we can take this opportunity to make contact with him or something.

So he said in a gentle tone:

"Hello, I am Yotsuba Mahiro, the new captain of the Imperial Capital Garrison. I am currently undergoing basic training under Lady Esdeath."

Dr. Fashion shuddered at the mention of Esdeath's name, given her infamous sadistic personality.

It was precisely because he enjoyed torture that he had far fewer test subjects.

However, upon hearing that he was from the Imperial Capital Garrison, he immediately breathed a sigh of relief.

"Now that you mention it, we're still colleagues. I hope you'll take care of me in the future!"

Mahiro helped him up from the ground, and the guy leaned against him with an expression that looked like he wanted to eat him up.

He's not a male ketone, and he has no interest in that kind of thing.

So, out of sheer instinct, he grabbed the other person's arm, spun them 360 degrees, and slammed Dr. Fashion against the wall.

It's like a mural, embedded in the wall.