How did I turn my victim into a phoenix-like hero?

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So when Sirocco contacted her yesterday, he was quite shocked.

Despite having erased all information about her previous name, aside from her parents, she didn't know how Sirocco knew her real name and assumed it had been discovered by the tuner.

It was with this talent that, when I saw the earthquake news, I discovered news reports related to the "long-haired black boy," and I casually searched for information and found Sirocco.

"So, can you produce it?"

Beren smiled happily.

"no problem."

Sirocco readily transferred money to Beren via LINE.

"You... I was just... saying it casually, and you actually shared it."

"Of course, because I trust you."

Beren couldn't look directly at Sirocco's clear smile, and the fact that his white hair enhanced his innocence only made Beren feel more guilty.

This guy didn't do anything good, so why do I feel sorry for him?

I have a feeling I'll lose to this guy again someday... but I don't think so...

"Tsk... I understand, I'll help. I'll take half of the 4000 RMB."

"Thank you."

More than the money, Beren cared about the first message from Sirocco: the transfer record.

That's such a killjoy.

Beren focused her attention, and the concentrated magic made her eyes appear pale gold.

A golden ball of electricity condensed at her fingertip, and after touching the ring, Beren could see clearly everything—its structure, its joints, its microscopic particles, and other tiny details.

... What a stupid name, like something a child would come up with. Does such an obscure skill even exist?

Beren didn't ask, since she had no interest in understanding the explorers' world.

"Regarding the stupid things you said yesterday..."

Sirocco remained silent, waiting for Beren's next words.

"I'll consider it, dating... or something..."

It's so hot! Is this store still running heating even though it's spring?

Beren inwardly complained, but methodically modified the ring table with his hands.

After a long while, Sirocco remained silent.

Honestly, I'm already embarrassed enough to say this, how come this man doesn't react at all?

After Beren revised the ring table, he looked up and saw—

Sirocco stared at himself, stunned, while blood gushed from his nose.

"Hey, what's wrong? Did your internal injuries flare up?"

Beren quickly took out tissues from her bag to wipe him.

Sirocco, with his nosebleed being wiped away, replied:

"I'm just so happy. Your outfit combined with this answer is incredibly effective."

"Huh? Hmph, it's too late to praise me now."

Beren, exasperated, gave a "I can't do anything with you" look, chuckled again, and scolded:

"Idiot."

27. Seal the white-haired guy! Seal his skills!

Monday, October 4.

Sirocco took a bottle of hair dye from the sink, followed the instructions, and used a comb to apply the brown dye to his white hair.

"The color of these eyes... isn't very dark; no one would notice it unless they looked closely."

"Phew... Good morning, brother. You got up at 5 a.m., that's so early."

Hill let her dull blonde hair fall loose, wearing an oversized white T-shirt as pajamas, revealing her small, rounded shoulders, and hot pants that outlined the healthy thighs of a young girl.

In contrast, Sirocco's black long-sleeved pajama set looked rather old-fashioned and formal.

Should I say goodnight to you, Hill?

"Um... I just defeated Nergigante with my teammates... I'm so sleepy..."

“…”

"Huh? Brother, what are you doing? Your head is swollen like a mushroom."

After wiping her face with a wet towel, Hill noticed that Sirocco's hair was covered with a transparent hair cap.

"I dyed my hair. This white hair is too conspicuous."

Not only were people pointing and whispering about her on the street, but yesterday on her way to the dungeon, men kept coming up to chat her up. Sirocco simply couldn't take it anymore.

I have no interest in experiencing the troubles of a beautiful girl.

I don't want to see Brid looking at me like I'm some rare and exotic beast when we train together later, so I might as well dye it.

"No! That's such a shame! This hair is so cool, white hair is such a rare thing! Brother, don't be impulsive!"

"Even if you shake your brother in protest, I'm determined to dye my hair back to black. I don't want to dazzle everyone with this hair."

Hill shook Sirocco, but Sirocco remained unmoved.

"Gurgle... If he wore his hair in pigtails like Hill, my brother would be perfect for cosplaying Kasugano Sora. I really want to see it..."

"You play quite a variety of games..."

Ignoring her sister who returned to her room dejectedly, Sirocco, having dyed her hair, changed into her sportswear and went out to meet Brid.

I missed a day of training with Brid.

Yesterday, I told Brid about the injury, and she readily agreed not to let Sirocco come to morning training.

"Sirocco".

"What's wrong? Why are you so serious? Are you going to confess your feelings to me?"

"No."

Brid responded seriously:

"Next time you go to a dungeon, bring a partner. The risks of solo exploration are beyond your current capabilities, and good luck won't always be on your side."

"That's exactly what I meant."

Although I soloed dungeons to grind monsters yesterday to test my skills.

"...Wait, how did you know I was solo queuing?"

“I saw you being carried out on a stretcher; after all, you were the only one carried out. You should understand from this experience that even the weakest goblin can put you in danger.”

"I'm sorry I worried you. I understand, I won't do it again."

There's no need to do it anymore.

I've already reached the required level, so I don't need to.

Sirocco's sincere attitude left Brid somewhat at a loss.

"Good to know. So why do something so dangerous? It's a solo mission, and the area we're venturing into is very deep."

"To become stronger."

"Becoming stronger doesn't mean you're willing to risk your life... If your sister hadn't called and the rescue team hadn't arrived in time, you would be a corpse now."

"It was my sister who made the call."

"...Was it done when you were injured?"

"I had already made arrangements with Hill from the beginning. If I didn't contact him after a certain time, I would call for the rescue team. Otherwise, how do you think the rescue team would have arrived at such a convenient time?"

Brid showed an expression of admiration.

"So, you weren't acting impulsively; you actually did some preparation. This cautiousness is unlike you..."

"A successful expedition is one that returns safely. That's what the textbooks say."

"...It seems I misunderstood you. Unlike Cass, you value your life a lot."

"Cass? What happened to him?"

Brid told us about Cass challenging an enemy far stronger than himself.

"That guy..."

"You also think what he did was wrong, right? He almost got killed by the kangaroo head."

Sirocco covered his face and sighed.

Just like the first time I played it, I was impulsive and impatient.