Black Summoner – Chapter 78

“I beg you too! Please let me join your party!”

I calmed Rion down and explained in detail about her transmigration and that I was also a transmigrator. Apparently, Rion had aspired to be an adventurer even before she died, and her eyes gradually sparkled as I told her my story. I asked her what she wanted to do from now on, and when I invited her to join our party again, she accepted immediately.

“Aren’t you going to think about it more? I’m relieved, so it’s fine with me…”

“No, it’s fine. I’m really grateful to you, Kelvin, and I also want to repay your kindness! For me, it’s reassuring as long as I can follow you, Kelvin, but I wonder if I can be of any help?”

“I see. Then, I’m counting on you from now on.”

I extended my right hand and shook hands with Rion. It was a very small and warm hand, fitting for her age. Next, I’ll introduce everyone—

Ah, I had released the summons. I asked Ellie to bring me another MP recovery potion. Ugh, my stomach feels sloshy from drinking too much…

After recovering to the necessary level, I resummoned everyone. Rion, startled by the sudden summon, didn’t understand what was happening and her eyes widened.

“Um, who is that person sleeping over there?”

Where Rion pointed, Sera was sleeping soundly.

Ah, she fell asleep while I had released them. Efil took a blanket from Kuroto and was covering Sera with it.

“That’s Sera. She couldn’t fight off her sleepiness… She seems tired today, so I’ll introduce her tomorrow.”

I finished introducing everyone except Sera without any issues. Now then, let’s start by addressing one problem.

“Rion, there’s a slight problem with your name, is that alright?”

“My name? Ah, could it be that a Japanese-sounding name would stand out in this other world?”

“No, the name Rion itself is common in this world, but… you see… it’s the same name as the Guild Master of this town.”

“…I’d rather not.”

I understand. It’s complicated for a girl.

“If you had the ‘Naming’ skill, you could change your name, but it would be a waste of skill points to allocate to it. It’s displayed in blue text, too.”

“You don’t need to do that, Master.”

“Hm?”

“Rion has transmigrated. Naturally, she has the right to change her name. And that right has not been used yet.”

“Yeah. The angel told me too, but I decided to put it on hold for now. I didn’t know what kind of names were used in this other world.”

“Huh? You get that right when you transmigrate? I don’t think I had that when I did.”

“You changed it before your memories were erased.”

So the name Kelvin was one I gave myself…

“Well, well, with this, the problem is solved! Rion, what name do you want to go with? By the way, your family name… only nobles and royalty have surnames. You don’t need to worry about that.”

“Hmm, then… how about Lyon!”

“…It’s a nice name, but it hasn’t changed much, has it?”

I just added one character to Rion’s name.

“I often imagined myself in a story, and the name I used in those stories was ‘Lyon’. I guess it feels right.”

“I see. Then, from today, you can call yourself Lyon. …That said, how do you change it, Mel?”

“Please open your status screen and look at the field for your name. There should be an edit button.”

“Ah, you’re right.”

Rion, now Lyon, opened her status screen and checked. It seems she found it successfully.

“Is this okay?”

I used Appraisal Eye to look at Lyon’s status.

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Lyon 14 years old Female Human Light Swordsman
Level: 1
Title: Hero of Pars
HP: 20/20
MP: 23/23
Strength: 4
Durability: 2
Agility: 7
Magic Power: 4
Luck: 3
Skills: Slash Mark (Unique Skill)
Swordsmanship (S-Rank)
Acrobatics (C-Rank)
Friendship (C-Rank)
Toughness (A-Rank)
Growth Rate Doubling
Skill Point Doubling
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Her name is fine. What’s more surprising are her high status and skills, and the fact that she possesses doubling skills. I’m looking forward to her growth.

“Ah, it’s properly changed to Lyon. Still, did you acquire the doubling skills on your own?”

“Yes. I’ve read many stories about transmigration to other worlds. I searched to see if there were skills to increase growth rate, and sure enough, there were! Then, I focused on Swordsmanship, which seems like a safe bet.”

“You’re right. Acquiring doubling skills at Level 1 offers a significant advantage. It looks like you’ve learned other things too.”

“Heh heh, the other skills are a bit… I guess it’s due to my insecurities from my previous life. You see, I was physically weak before, and my death was caused by illness. That’s why I invested a lot of points in ‘Toughness.’ For ‘Friendship,’ I was worried about making friends…”

Lyon looked down. It might be a deeper trauma than I thought.

“There’s no need to be ashamed. A high-level ‘Toughness’ not only prevents illness but also makes you less susceptible to status ailments. ‘Friendship’ is also the perfect skill for expressing your feelings. It’s all about how you use them, so please use each skill for your benefit.”

“…Okay!”

That’s good. It seems I’ve managed to dispel the somber atmosphere. Well then, let’s make another spirited announcement.

“Then, once again… Welcome to this world where swords clash and magic flies around! We welcome Lyon!”

“—! I am Lyon! I’m still a novice who doesn’t understand anything, but I’ll do my best to catch up with all of you as soon as possible! Please treat me well!”

Everyone welcomed Lyon with applause. Having successfully welcomed a new companion, the day itself was drawing to a close.

…So, I don’t have to play tough anymore, right? I slumped onto the ground with a whoosh.

“Master!?”

“What is it!?”

“Ah, it’s okay, it’s okay. Honestly, I ran out of magic and could barely stand.”

I felt a fatigue I had never experienced before. Come to think of it, I had never run out of magic before. I wasn’t physically tired, but I was extremely sleepy.

“Kuro-chan, bring me the most effective magic recovery potion.”

At Efil’s words, Kuroto retrieved a treasured recovery item from storage. I drank it down, administered by Efil.

“Gulp, phew. I’m alive. But I can’t drink any more…”

“I-I was so surprised… So that’s what happens when you run out of MP.”

“Yes. Therefore, Lyon, please be careful too. Master, it was skillful of you to intentionally create a bad example to encourage caution.”

“Really!?”

“…Actually, yes.”

It’s not really true, but it’s the sad nature of men to show off.

“Kuhuhuhu… That’s right, as expected of a king!”

“Mom, you mean… Big Brother, no… Master is amazing!”

“Yes. But stay quiet for now, okay?”

I appreciate Melfina’s follow-up. Yes.

“Well, it’s getting quite late. Let’s call it a night. Ryuka, please guide Lyon to the guest room I prepared. We’ll decide on her official room tomorrow.”

“Okay! Big Sis Lyon, follow me!”

“Yes, thank you. Oh, right. Kelvin.”

Lyon looked back just before leaving the room.

“What kind of position should I take starting tomorrow?”

“Hmm? I thought you’d just be a companion like usual.”

“Wouldn’t it be strange for a Level 1 rookie like me to suddenly become Kelvin’s companion and even live with you?”

“Ah… That’s true, from an outsider’s perspective, it would be quite odd.”

At worst, strange rumors might start. And Rio might take notice.

“In that case, how about we set up a story of half-siblings? A younger sister, Lyon, who came all the way to Pars chasing after her older brother, you. You both have black hair, which is rare here.”

“Well, your features don’t resemble each other… But it’s barely believable.”

“It’s true that there were quite a few in Traage, but they’re not common in Pars. Is that alright with you, Lyon?”

“I don’t mind either! Ehehe, I was an only child, so it somehow makes me happy.”

Lyon smiled shyly. I wonder if the slight redness on her face is just my imagination.

“Alright then, good night, Lyon. It’s going to be busy from tomorrow. Get some good rest.”

“Yes. Good night. I’ll do my best, Older Kel!”