The Phantom Thread, Arachne Tribe (3)

Chapter 58: The Phantom Thread, Arachne Tribe 3

Taking Filiana, whose leg was injured in the battle, we decided to rest in the Arachne Village.

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We managed to catch our breath. Filiana's injury should improve with a day of rest. During this time, we decided to stock up on food and supplies.

"Now that I think about it, we haven't heard your name yet. My name is Arisugawa Hiroaki, these are Sharin and Piyo, Nina and Pauline, the one lying down is Filiana."

"M-my name is Lauren."

After we finished the introductions, I asked about something I felt since entering the cabin.

"Hey, this cabin smells a bit bad..."

It's a difficult question to ask the girls, but they all frown and agree.

"Ah, ah, that smell... Ufufu, fufu, I said before, didn't I? I want to be a necromancer, so naturally, there are bodies, right?"

Everyone shrugged, as if a chill ran down their spines at Lauren's words.

"What is a necromancer?"

Lauren answers my question happily.

"Hehe, a necromancer is someone who uses dark magic to control corpses. I, I wrap a rope around my finger and send magical power to the corpse. Then I, I can control the corpse like a puppet."

Saying this, she showed me the gloves she was wearing, which had iron claws.

"By the way, what kind of team are you forming? It's very unusual for so many different people to meet."

We talked about our goals and my situation.

"Well, I don't think you'll believe my story."

"Oh, I believe it! It's so wonderful! I can't believe there's a story like that! I want to go on that trip too. Is that okay?"

Lauren seemed excited and came towards me.

"But wouldn't your parents say no?"

She thought about my words for a while, then said she would discuss the matter with him and left.

"She's a very intense girl."

"Yes, that's right, she's unique."

Filiana and Sharin seem a little overwhelmed. Pauline is frightened by the word corpse.

"Let's go outside for now, let's get some supplies. Sorry, Filiana, but please wait a moment."

"Piyo will bring you some fragrant flowers."

We left Filiana behind and headed to the Arachne village.