The reincarnated mid-boss welcomes the protagonist with a level of 999 ~ It seems the hero is mistaken about having a max level of 99 ~

Episode 66: Towards Greater Heights

~~Kakgaridan’s Perspective~~

I witnessed an astounding sight.

Discipline… incredible.

It was in a vast hall with a huge magic circle drawn on the floor.

In the center, over a thousand monsters were gathered.

“Alright, it’ll be over in an instant. Let’s go,” said the handsome Dal-sama, raising both hands.

He’s of the same demon race as the Demon Lord-sama, treated as a close friend of the Demon Lord-sama.

With his beautiful blond hair, he looked like he might be in his teens. Though he resembled a human, being of the demon race, his age was unknown.

Like Zaus, it seems he’s also concealing his stats with concealment magic.

His true strength is unknown.

However, someone like him is making us stronger.

“Now then. It’s time to surpass our level limits.”

The monsters that entered that magic circle had their level caps raised dramatically.

Likewise, my level cap was raised as well.

From the previous maximum level of 999 to level 9999. It was raised systematically.

However, even though the level cap increased, my original level of 210 remained unchanged… In the end, leveling up still depends on one’s own efforts.

If I were to think rationally, this level limit breakthrough doesn’t seem to mean much to us.

At that moment,

Dal-sama prepared a new magic circle.

“Now then. It’s time for demon awakening.”

It seems to be a ritual to draw out the talents possessed by demons to their limits.

The lionman, who was level 120, had his level increased to 300.

What!?

Is such a thing possible!?

Discipline… terrifying.

To think that powering up could be this easy.

And so, I decided to undergo demon awakening.

Gyuiiiiiiiin!!

Foo!!

W-What is this surging power!?

Wh-What!?

Wh-What is this status!?

“I-It’s level 1200!”

“Ah, it seems you have talent. Demons like you have their levels increased dramatically.”

T-That’s too much of an increase.

I must truly be an elite!

However, Zaus’ level is 6000.

With the influence of skills and equipment, his effective level increases to 240,000.

Even if I think rationally with my level 1200, there’s no way I can win.

B-But.

Hehehe.

That goblin, Gobutaro, who nearly killed me.

I can kill him now.

His level is 280. With Muscle Wake Awakening, it jumps to twice that.

Up to level 560. But only 560!

Still, I’m far stronger!

I-I can win!!

Now is the time for revenge.

At that moment,

Dal-sama made an incredible announcement.

“Now, shall I teach you a special technique?”

The monsters were intrigued.

Naturally, I wanted to know too.

This guy is absolute. If I follow him, I’ll gain strong power.

“It’s a technique to awaken muscles. But some training is required.”

M-Muscles?

I remember Gobutaro and it makes me angry, but what does that mean?

“What you’re about to learn is the Muscle Wake Awakening.”

Thus, after rigorous training, we mastered Muscle Wake Awakening.

“Fuhahaha! Wait for me, Gobutaro!! I’ll repay you a hundredfold for what you did to me!! With the power of my level 2400!! Gaaaaahhahahahaha!!”

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~~Zaus’ Perspective~~

After intense training, I reached level 9999.

I became stronger, but it plateaued. Once you reach the maximum level cap, there’s no more room for growth.

If I were to convert my current strength into effective level, it would be something like this.

First, with my placement skill “Status Doubler,” my level becomes 19,998.

In addition, with the equipment effect of the Demon Sword “Double Attack Power of Level,” it doubles again, becoming level 39,996.

Furthermore, the power of Dark Slash unleashed by that Demon Sword is said to be “ten times that of a normal slash.”

So, the effective attack level would be 399,960.

I’ve certainly become much stronger, but with the unclear situation within the Demon Army, I can’t shake this uneasy feeling.

It seems I still need to get stronger.

First, I need to know more about the enemy’s situation.

I decided to ask Boss Lionman Gaonga about the situation in the Demon Army.

It seems to be influenced by the development of Lion Village. The trust seems to have increased compared to before.

He spoke smoothly and without stress, putting me at ease.

“—So, Idream Dal increased my level dramatically with demon awakening. And then he taught me Muscle Wake Awakening. The demons are feeling energized, Gaou.”

Hmm.

Has the scenario changed this much because Gobutaro scattered Kakgaridan’s vanguard?

First of all, Idream Dal is not the Demon Lord of this world. His true identity is the Demon Lord of the sequel, Brave Sword Quest 3.

To think that skipping the legitimate sequel 2 and introducing the boss of 3… It’s quite a drastic change.

By the way, the level limit breakthrough that I had Great Sage Caphrodyte perform. This system is a feature of Breque 2.

By connecting dimensions with a special magic circle, this cheat became possible even in this world.

According to Caphrodyte, there are several dimensions adjacent to this world. My guess is that these dimensions signify the sequels to the game. In fact, by connecting to the closest dimension, it became possible to break through the level limit. If that’s the case, by connecting to another dimension farther away, it might be possible to connect to the dimension of Breque 3, where Idream Dal reigns as the Demon Lord.

“Hmm. Skip one dimension and return, huh? That’s quite a difficult thing.”

According to her, dimensional magic, which connects dimensions, is very complicated. It seems that distance is important, and while the world of Breque 2 is close, Breque 3 has a distance, making it more difficult.

“Well, it’s Zaus’ request after all. It’s not a bad idea to give it a try…”

She glanced at me.

I made a thumbs-up gesture.

Leave it to me!

I’ll give you plenty of petting for the reward.

“I’ll do my best!”

I feel a slight sense of guilt…

Is it really okay to motivate someone with just this kind of reward?

A few days later, she showed a big smile.

“Ta-da! It’s a success!”

There were two magic circles drawn there.

“Oh. There are two of them?”

“One wouldn’t be enough to get stronger, would it?”

That’s reassuring.

“By the way, I couldn’t do demon awakening. That’s because it’s due to the Demon Lord’s protection.”

“Hmm. So, is this a different enhancement from that?”

“Hehehe. It’s my masterpiece! With this, you’ll be super enhanced!”

“Then, shall I enhance you with some petting too?”

“I’ve been waiting for this moment!”

I thoroughly petted Caphrodyte’s head.

“Hah… Zaus…”

It’s like I’ve given catnip to a cat.

“Huhyoo… It’s blissful…”

Hehehe. Let’s call it super petting.

…Well, I’m just gently and carefully petting.

“Hah… Zaus is quite the technician.”

Well then, it’s about time.

“Now. Towards greater heights.”

I stepped into the magic circle.