I Can See the Comments on the Doomed Novel - Chapter 151



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“Tch, did it run away?”

I clicked my tongue lightly as I gazed at the gaping hole in the middle of the forest.

It seemed that the creature struck by the shockwave of my sword had fled without a second thought.

Though it was a powerful force, it wasn’t an opponent that should have died from it.

Most likely, it was just caught off guard by the unexpected strength and retreated.

To that creature, I was nothing more than an annoying obstacle in its fight with Yuri.

The combination of the skill ‘Comment Enhancement’ and Eve’s weapon, the ‘Spirit Sword.’

With both powers unleashed in succession, it was no wonder even a formidable foe would be taken aback.

‘So, what exactly is that creature?’

From its abilities alone, it was definitely not an ordinary being.

And judging by its speech, it didn’t seem to be a giant either.

Could it still be a remnant of a hero or warrior?

Though, it didn’t have the best temperament for that.

‘Surely, Hela said that everyone except those remaining in her castle had perished.’

Of course, she couldn’t possibly know everything about the world where Ragnarok had unfolded.

The existence of that creature left me feeling uneasy.

I decided I needed to report this to Hela and stored its image in my mind.

Still, the rising sense of regret wouldn’t fade.

It had seemed eager to fight Yuri.

I should have found a way to kill it right then and there.

The world isn’t that vast, so it would surely appear before us again.

‘Who would have thought the Spirit Sword would possess such power?’

Eve had gifted me this sword just before I arrived in the underworld.

Because of that, I missed the chance to test my strength.

After all, it was a weapon bestowed directly by a deity, so I expected it to be strong.

I had even held back, saving it for a crucial moment.

But when I finally wielded it, the power that surged forth exceeded my expectations.

I was so taken aback that I even let the fleeing creature slip away.

‘Still, I can’t let it go to waste like this.’

A weapon that the user cannot handle properly can put even allies in danger.

Especially if it’s such a powerful weapon.

I suppose I should refrain from using it except in critical moments until I can wield it correctly.

‘Hmm, should I get a new weapon after all?’

I had been managing just fine with the weapon I had and the skill known as ‘Chekhov’s Gun.’

Still, it seems I ought to have at least one weapon I can use comfortably.

‘Maybe I’ve been a bit complacent.’

While I can’t deny that time was short, if I had prepared properly, I could have easily defeated my opponent.

In fact, not being able to kill the one who was caught off guard will only make things more troublesome.

Next time, I’ll have to fight with my full strength.

“I can’t let that guy attack Yuri.”

“Who’s attacking whom?”

“Ah, you startled me.”

Yuri had approached me without my noticing and spoke up.

She frowned slightly at my reaction.

“What’s with that face, looking like a kid caught with a dirty magazine?”

“What kind of face is that? More importantly, when did you wake up?”

“Do you think I could sleep comfortably with such a situation at hand? I’ve been awake since the beginning. I just stayed still so I wouldn’t be a distraction since I couldn’t see anything anyway.”

So I had been deceived, pretending to be asleep all this time.

She must have been ready to help if things went south.

In this regard, it’s clear that she’s a former knight.

“Looks like your eyes are finally open?”

“Ah, they just opened. Tch! If only they had opened a bit sooner, I could have dealt with that guy for sure.”

“That was a timing issue, so it couldn’t be helped.”

On the contrary, if Yuri had been fine, she probably would have fled early on.

She seemed capable enough to make that kind of judgment.

“Anyway, let’s head back. We’ve spent more time here than I expected. We need to return before sunset.”

“Yeah, we can’t camp out here.”

Nodding, Yuri came up behind me.

Then she reached out, preparing to give me a lift.

“What are you doing?”

“You said we should go back, right?”

“Uh… now that I can see ahead, isn’t it unnecessary to carry me?”

At my words, Yuri blinked for a moment and looked at me.

Then, as if realizing something, her face began to turn a deep shade of red.

‘Oh, this is bad.’

I quickly distanced myself before she could explode.

I don’t know about Hyena or Eunbyeol, but if Yuri hits me, it’s going to hurt—really hurt.

– Swish!

Huh? Is she even drawing her sword?

Isn’t that something that could actually kill me if it connects?

“Yuri, let’s calm down and talk this out, okay?”

“Shut up and die.”

I felt a genuine urge to survive and ran with all my might.

Yuri, transformed into a demon, chased after me.

If it’s Yuri, even in a slightly weakened state, I might be okay.

Fortunately, I didn’t encounter any monsters while walking back.

Upon arriving at the castle, I told Yuri to go to her room and rest first.

“There’s really no need for you to worry about me.”

“It’s fine. It’s been a tough day, and anyway, we only need to report to one person.”

The remaining task was simply to report what happened in the dungeon to Hella.

There was no need for both of us to go together.

Since Yuri had injured her eyes and was resting, it was enough for me to speak alone.

“Even if you’re okay, I don’t know how your body is holding up. Just take a good rest today. After all, this place is still in the middle of a war.”

Was my reasoning persuasive enough?

Yuri nodded without being stubborn any longer.

“Then, can I ask you for a favor?”

“Sure, you did well.”

Yuri entered the room, and I went alone to report to Hela.

On the throne, Hela still sat there, bored and solitary.

I had thought it before, but the goddess looked stunning in her black dress.

Her white skin boldly exposed her thighs between the folds of her skirt.

Rather than being lewd, it felt beautiful.

Honestly, if it weren’t for the ‘metafiction,’ it would have taken quite an effort not to be distracted by that sight.

In any case, I reported in as much detail as possible about what I had experienced in the dungeon.

Hela, who listened quietly to my story until the end, narrowed her eyes.

“So, does that mean the ‘Misteltein’ ultimately broke?”

“I thought about bringing back a fragment, but the moment it shattered, it vanished like mist. Should I have secured it somehow?”

“No, that’s fine. If it was difficult for you to handle, then there’s no one who could manage it.”

Though she said that, a hint of regret lingered on Hela’s face.

We were in the midst of battling the endlessly emerging giants of fire.

Surely, even one named weapon would be precious.

A spear of that caliber would have been somewhat helpful in our efforts.

“The moment it pierced, Yuri lost her sight for quite a while. Are there many such weapons here?”

“Not that many. Most of the numerous weapons that originally existed in our world have either disappeared or been taken outside. If we had those, the war would have been much simpler.”

Tori’s Mjolnir, Odin’s Gungnir, Siegfried’s Balmung, and so on.

There are several famous weapons in this world.

Well, whether one can actually use them is another matter altogether.

“By the way, I never expected the spear that killed that man would still be in the world. It would have been nice to know in advance. Though, even if I used it to stab the giant of fire, it wouldn’t change much.”

“Still, it would have fetched quite a price if sold, wouldn’t it?”

She let out a hollow laugh, as if my words were absurd.

“Are you really thinking of selling a god’s weapon so casually?”

“After all, once it’s converted to coins, it’s all the same.”

In this world, coins equate to power.

A hatter would likely buy such divine weapons at a decent price.

Thinking about it that way, I felt a twinge of regret.

“Oh, and on my way here, I saw a man who resembled a human, not a giant.”

“Not a giant?”

Hella frowned at my words.

I slowly described the man’s appearance and behavior.

“Is there still such a guy in Niflheim…?”

“Do you know him?”

“No, I don’t. In this world, blue-haired people aren’t that rare.”

“I thought someone of that caliber would surely be known to you.”

“I haven’t received any reports about him. We’ve been too busy dealing with the fire giants over here. But now that we have a bit of breathing room, I suppose we should send out an investigation team on that side as well.”

Thanks to our presence, it seems the overall strength has been bolstered, and the unit has gained some extra capacity.

The others seem to be working hard as well.

“Anyway, thank you for your efforts on the mission. It’s mealtime, so take a moment to rest.”

“Aren’t you going to eat, Hella?”

“I can’t join a feast of sweaty warriors. Don’t worry, I’ll eat later with your black-haired girl.”

“Black-haired… you mean Hyena?”

I widened my eyes in surprise at the unexpected mention.

Why on earth would she be having a meal with Hyena?

“Unlike you, she seems accustomed to serving those above her. She’s interesting to talk to and, surprisingly enough, quite decent for a human.”

“Umm.”

Well, if anyone among us is sociable, it would naturally be Hyena.

She was always surrounded by friends at school.

But who would have thought that her charm would reach even a goddess?

“What’s with that sour expression?”

“Just… a bit surprised. I didn’t expect you to think so highly of Hyena.”

“I just thought we communicated well. The only ones here are warriors who know nothing but fighting and one four-dimensional Valkyrie.”

Honestly, I can’t quite imagine the two of them sharing a conversation.

What on earth could Hyena be talking about with this goddess?

Perhaps my thoughts were evident, as Hella smirked slightly.

“If you’re really curious, come by later and have a drink with the two of us. I’d like to enjoy a drink while being served by some handsome fellows as well.”

After issuing a command that felt more like a suggestion, Hella gestured.

That was her way of saying it was time to leave.

Seeing her focus back on the documents in front of her, she seemed a bit busy.

—

I hesitated, thinking I might be interrupting, so I greeted silently and stepped outside.

Wondering later if I would really come back with Hyena.

“But what has Hyena been up to while I’m not around?”

Now that Hyena was mentioned, I suddenly started to worry about Eve and Eunbyeol.