If I Survive the SSS-Rank Demon Realm with a ‘Useless’ Skill, I’ll Become the World’s Strongest Alchemist: Building a Comfortable Base and Enjoying a Fun Life in Another World with My Companions~

Chapter 58

“…So it’s over.”

But I can’t just leave the Dragon King here and return to my shelter. There’s something I have to do. Even if it’s fallen, the Dragon King’s danger is unknown. But if I let fear stop me now, I’ll never escape this forest.

“Alright, let’s go.”

“Sora! Dangerous!”

Despite her words, Myu follows me.

We descend the hill and head toward the smoldering battlefield, where the Dragon King lies collapsed. This forest runs on survival of the fittest. If I wait too long, the Dragon King will become food for the other monsters.

“Already? Dragon King, defeated?”

“No, I’ve got a gentler plan.”

“?”

Myu tilts its head curiously.

“Anyway, let’s go.”

The ice blades embedded in the giant trees melt, droplets sizzling on the scorched earth. Burning trees, frozen ashes—the aftermath of the battle between the Dragon King and Wolf King paints a hellish scene.

“Sora! Burn!”

“Thanks, I’ll be careful.”

Picking my way carefully, I approach the Dragon King. Closer, closer—until I’m looking up at it.

――It’s enormous.

Its head alone is taller than I am. It could swallow me whole without a second thought—if it weren’t on the verge of death. Its vertical-slitted golden eyes lock onto mine. The pressure is overwhelming, but I can’t let it sense my fear.

“………………”

The Dragon King’s massive eyelids close.

“Do as you wish… Devour me…”