Chapter 29 Attack
"Please run away," I said, but even adults find it hard to react to that. As expected, none of the young ladies could move an inch from their spot.
It's no wonder that monsters appeared in a place they thought was safe, and without the knight they relied on, and Monica's magic not working.
So... the only one who can move, which is me, has to do something.
"Performance magic... (Decoration)!!"
This is the magic I used during the showcase party, covering the target with a white curtain.
I throw this over the approaching monster's head.
At the same time, I dash to the side of the monster.
I weave a new magic.
"(Fireball)!!"
An attack magic that hurls a ball of fire at the opponent.
But with my magic power, it won't do much damage, so I'm not expecting any from the start.
I just need to draw its attention.
"Groooar!!"
As expected, the monster that tore through my (Decoration) turned to aim at me.
It charged straight at me, raising its thick arm like a log.
Alright, this will protect Monica and the others. ...But in exchange, I might die.
"(Wind Wrap), Maximum Expansion!!"
I wrap wind around myself, delivering the scent of a lightly applied perfume to the opponent with this performance magic... but I activate it with all my strength, creating a gust of wind all around me.
To the monster, this is just a gentle breeze. It won't hinder it at all.
But... if I combine that with the wind pressure generated by the monster's own attack, it'll have enough force to blow it away.
"Ugh...!?"
Just before the monster's arm could grab me, the wind pressure alone sent my body flying like a leaf.
Even though I didn't get hit directly, it's still a monster.
I just got blown away and rolled on the ground, but it hurts so much I feel like I'm falling apart.
"M-Ms. Yumie!!"
Seeing me fall, Monica tried to activate her magic.
But at that moment, the monster's eyes locked onto Monica, causing the magic she was weaving to dissipate.
"Don't you dare interfere!!"
I raised my voice from the depths of my stomach and activated (Fireball) once more, drawing the monster's attention back to me.
Monica looked at me with wide eyes, as if she couldn't believe my actions.
"You all... hurry, run away. I'll (ore) take care of this guy!!"
"W-What are you saying? There's no way you can defeat such a monster!"
Surprised by my sudden manly tone, Monica stated the obvious fact without hesitation.
Of course, that's true.
My magic is just flashy tricks meant for show, and there's nothing I can use in a real fight.
I couldn't even scratch this thing, let alone defeat it.
But.
"So what if that's the case!?"
That doesn't give me a reason to back down here.
"I'm Granbell. If I abandon my friends... those girls who aren't even ready to fight, and run away, I won't be able to face my family!!"
My greatest wish, ever since my memories from my past life returned, hasn't changed at all up to this moment.
I just want to be recognized as part of a family.
I want to be loved by my family.
I want to continue being someone who is loved.
That's all.
Then, I can't back down here.
No matter how weak I am.
No matter how little chance I have of winning.
If someone has to fight in this situation, and I'm the only one who can... then I have to fight.
For none other than my own wish.
"Don't worry, once everyone escapes, I'll buy some time and then escape properly too."
"GRROOOAAARR!!"
The monster swung its arm down towards me again.
I tried to dodge it, but I stepped on the edge of my skirt and fell.
As the deafening sound passed just above my head, I stood up and tore my dress to make it easier to move.
...It was my favorite, though.
I'll have to properly apologize to Manila, who designed it for me.
"And... I promised, right?"
In the brief moment I took to distance myself and glare at the monster, I smiled at Monica.
I must have looked terrible, already battered and covered in dirt from rolling on the ground multiple times, with blood seeping from my face.
Still, to reassure her even just a little... with all my might, I put on a "cute" smile.
"I swear on the name of Granbell, I will protect Monica. I have no intention of ending that vow here... so you don't have to worry."
There was no response to my words.
It might be because Monica couldn't find the words to answer, but I also got blown away by a monster, leaving me no room to hear her.
"Ms. Yumie!!"
"Ah...!! Hurry and escape, call for the knight's help!! Please!!"
I stood up, rolling on the ground, and pushed my aching body to run into the forest.
Feeling the pressure of the monsters chasing after me from behind, I gritted my teeth and moved my feet forward as much as I could.
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