My Glasses Will Be Able to Conquer the Whole World, I Suppose

244 – Glasses Boy’s Strategy Meeting

Before departure and even after, there were troubles with Trawllul being extremely stubborn, but the investigation generally went smoothly.

“—Ugh, it’s so gross.”

It seems Trawllul has excellent eyesight, and especially good night vision.

So, even from a considerable distance, she can see the zombies in the forest quite clearly and distinctly.

“—Huh!? What!? What did you just say!? What did Eil just say!?”

I repeated myself to the cat beastman, whose tail fur stood on end in surprise.

“—I said I wanted you to enter the forest and test if your gift is effective.”

“—Seriously!? Even though I’m so reluctant!? My tail fur is all standing up and puffed out twice its usual size!?”

Oh, yeah. It’s puffed up. Really puffed up. It looks quite cat-like in its intimidation or vigilance.

“—Sorry. I wouldn’t have said this if you were in your complete form.”

“—What’s a complete form!?”

Well, it’s obviously a cat. I’m talking about if you were a complete cat. It would be nice if you were really a cat.

“—It’s necessary for the operation, so I really want you to try it.”

Trawllul’s gift, Shadow Cat makes her body and surroundings completely invisible.

It can definitely fool the eyes.

However, if zombies can sense living creatures through means other than sight, like body heat, her ability might not work.

This is something I really want to confirm before the operation.

In fact, even my glasses’ Night Vision can see it.

Trawllul, who had disappeared.

So, if she can be detected by heat, she would be found.

By the way, Shadow Cat has also been registered.

When we were eating seafood on the beach, the topic of Trawllul’s gift came up in the conversation, and in a rather casual manner, she told us both its name and effects.

Well, she probably thought it was fine to share it casually.

After all, it’s difficult to be on guard against.

However, if it’s just “disappearing”, that’s one thing, but when you add her martial arts and agility to it, there’s nothing you can do.

If it’s known, there might be ways to handle it.

In fact, knowing it could also lead to various advantages and uses.

But even though it’s been registered, my glasses provide a degraded version of it.

It only makes things vaguely disappear, becoming somewhat translucent where you can see through to the other side, and complete invisibility is impossible.

It’s an ability I’m still unsure how to use effectively.

Complete invisibility would likely offer more possibilities.

“—I need you to get as close as possible. If necessary, I’d like you to provoke them a little to see their reaction.”

“—Huh!? Why!? Why are you giving me specific instructions when I didn’t even say I’d do it!?”

“—If you provoke them and the zombies don’t react, you’d be in a position to attack unilaterally. I want to confirm this as well. If you think it’s dangerous, you can just run away. With your speed, you can easily escape. There’s nothing dangerous about it. So? Is there a problem? Any reason not to go?”

“—No, no, stop it… Lisse, this glasses won’t stop…”

It’s only natural.

What are we here to investigate for?

Trawllul, looking like she’s about to cry, clung to Lisse, but she closed her eyes.

“—…Sorry, Ulul. When I think about the task, I understand what Eil is saying better. I also want you to check it out, Ulul.”

Right.

I’m not asking for something unnecessary or pointless.

Rather, I’m asking for something quite important.

This task is a test for us and also for her.

Not doing something you’re capable of… is not acceptable, I think. I’d like to help if she really can’t stand it, though. I’m willing to help.

But in this case, it’s something only Trawllul can do. It can’t be helped.

“—…Meow… I didn’t even want to come for the investigation again…”

I’m sorry.

But please do it.

“—Huh!? Go again!? This time into the forest to check the general number of zombies!?”

I’m sorry.

“—Huh!? This time to the center of the forest to find the necromancer Sanongor!?”

Sorry. Please go.

“—Huh!? You want me to bring the zombies from outside into the forest!?”

Yes. Go ahead.

“—Alright, alright, I’ll go. I’m getting used to it anyway. I’ll just leave this behind. If there’s anything else, I’ll take care of it too.”

In the end, Trawllul started to seem a bit disgruntled…

But, in any case, the investigation proceeded smoothly.

The investigation was completed in the evening… we finished it quickly before visibility got too poor, and then regrouped with the others and returned to the base while the sky was still red.

The villagers watched us with curiosity.

Well, I guess it’s like this in any village.

Even in my hometown of Albat Village, unfamiliar guests were very rare. I think my village would have had a similar reaction to outsiders.

Given the circumstances, we keep our distance from the villagers.

If we accidentally let slip anything about assassins, it could lead to trouble for both sides.

“—I’m going to ask about the vegetables they’re growing here and the local dishes.”

Berg is the only one really enthusiastic about gathering local information.

He truly is unwavering, for better or worse.

“—Stupid Eil, I said I didn’t want to do it so many times.”

“—There, there. You did well. I’ll deal with him later.”

Florentine comforted the crying Trawllul, and the two of them went off to the building they’re renting. …Floren, you’re joking, right? About dealing with him, you’re joking, right?

I didn’t have the courage to follow them to check, so I decided to think of excuses just in case.

As everyone scattered, only Geodine, Lisse, and I remained.

“Shall we start right away?”

I had no objections.

Lisse was also not going anywhere with that intention.

The investigation was done.

Now, we need to convey the information we gathered and finalize the details of the operation.

This is also part of the usual process we’ve established through the tasks we’ve completed so far.

“Geo, you want to finish this quickly, don’t you?”

It seems Lisse was thinking the same thing I had in mind.

Given that everyone was sent out for the investigation, it’s clear they’re in a hurry.

When Lisse asked, Geodine nodded.

“As the days go by, the cold is going to get harsher. I want to return to the Tower of Bryne before the full onset of winter.”

I see.

So, it’s a race against the cold.

—I agree. Few people are prepared for winter, so if we face it here, it would definitely interfere with our activities.

Also, there might be some changes in the behavior of the zombies during winter.

If that happens, we might need to send Trawllul out for another investigation, so we’d better finish this before winter arrives, for my own safety as well. …Flore, the “dealing with him” earlier was a joke, right?

“Then let’s get started.”

We listed out all possible outcomes, both successful and failed, and the three of us discussed and weighed the risks, benefits, and drawbacks.

I always think this time is quite enjoyable.

Until now, I’ve generally been doing everything alone. When I was with my master, he took the lead.

I’m sure I’m gaining a valuable experience right now.

At the same time, I’m a bit curious about the assassin team we don’t interact with much.

I wonder how their team handles their tasks.

I’d like to try working on a task with their team at least once.

Though, it might be an impossible wish.

The discussion continued late into the night.