I FOUND A DOOR TO TENSURA AND BECAME BROKEN IN THE REAL WORLD TOO-Chapter 24: A Hidden Legacy

Yesterday, I ended my exploration early, all thanks to the bliss of the bath. Seriously, can you blame me? Any Japanese person would understand. The luxury of soaking in a bath after a grueling battle is a blissful experience beyond compare. The hot water washing away the exhaustion—it's divine. Even though I'm not of age yet, I feel like I finally understand why adults long for an open-air bath with a drink in hand.

But today, I was back on track, venturing deeper into the forest with renewed determination. And, of course, fate had another surprise in store for me.

"Shaaaaaaaa!"

The screech came from the monster charging toward me. It resembled an armadillo, but with long, needle-like spines running down its back—almost like a porcupine on steroids. Or maybe a hedgehog with armor plating? Either way, it was a menace. I quickly appraised it:

[Needle Roller]

Level: 610

Magic: 3000

Attack: 20000

Defense: 17000

Agility: 25000

Intelligence: 8000

Luck: 2000

Despite being lower in level than the Crystal Deer I fought yesterday, its attack and defense were on a whole other level. The most problematic part? Its speed. The Needle Roller could curl into a ball and spin at ridiculous speeds, launching itself like a bullet with enough force to shatter rock.

Even worse, its needles were tough. When I parried them with my [Omni-Sword], the needles managed to glance off the flat of the blade, making it difficult to land a clean hit. My [Absolute Spear] was also deflected as the monster used its momentum to divert the strikes.

"Damn... this thing is tricky."

The battle quickly turned into a test of endurance and reflexes. I narrowly avoided its deadly charge, but not without consequence. One of its needles grazed my cheek, leaving a deep cut.

"Gah... that hurts!"

The monster didn't slow down—it came at me again, faster than before.

"This thing's gonna be a problem if I don't end it soon..."

I gritted my teeth and formed a plan. The next time it charged, I intentionally held my ground, waiting until the very last second. With a perfectly timed sidestep, I dodged its attack, causing the Needle Roller to slam into the nearby rock wall at full speed.

"Now!"

With a loud crash, the monster's spines embedded themselves into the stone, leaving it dangling helplessly with its legs flailing in the air.

"Perfect."

I summoned my [Omni-Sword] and activated [Weakness Detection]. With a clean, precise strike, I sliced through its weak point, cutting straight through its armored hide. The Needle Roller let out a final screech before bursting into particles of light.

"Phew... that was tough..."

I immediately downed a [Complete Recovery Herb Juice], feeling the vitality surge back into my body. A familiar message flashed before me:

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Level Up!

You have acquired the skills [Mind-Body Unification] and [Mental Enhancement].

"Skills? Let's see..."

I opened my status window and took a look.

[Yuuya Tenjou]

Occupation: None

Level: 240

Magic: 6050

Attack: 8050

Defense: 8050

Agility: 8050

Intelligence: 5450

Luck: 8750

BP: 0

Skills:

[Appraisal]

[Endurance]

[Item Box]

[Language Comprehension]

[True Martial Art: 8]

[Presence Detection]

[Fast Reading]

[Cooking: 7]

[Map]

[Dodge]

[Weakness Detection]

[Assimilation]

[Tame]

[Mind-Body Unification]

[Mental Enhancement]

Titles:

[Master of The Door]

[Master of The House]

[Otherworlder]

[Person Who Visited A Different World For The First Time]

"Mind-Body Unification and Mental Enhancement, huh?"

I inspected the new skills:

[Mind-Body Unification]: Enhances control over your physical body, allowing you to move with greater precision and fluidity.

[Mental Enhancement]: Increases resistance to mental attacks, such as fear or confusion effects.

"Nice! Both of these are going to be super useful."

Satisfied with my new skills, I checked the drop items.

[Strong Needle of the Armadillo Roller]: A needle from the monster. Its sharpness can easily pierce through thick steel. Commonly used for crafting spears and arrowheads, making it highly valuable.

"This thing is seriously dangerous..."

The next item caught me off guard—it was a toothbrush.

"...What the heck?"

I stared at the black toothbrush in my hand, dumbfounded. Appraising it revealed:

[Extreme Toothbrush]: Brushing your teeth with this item will completely eliminate all bacteria that cause bad breath. It also whitens teeth significantly, removes plaque, and leaves the user with a refreshing sensation.

"A toothbrush? Seriously?!"

I shook my head, chuckling at the absurdity. First the bath, and now this. It seemed like S-class monsters had a habit of dropping over-the-top, luxurious daily necessities. Well, I wasn't complaining—it would certainly come in handy.

As I retrieved the drop items, I noticed something odd. The rock wall where the Needle Roller had crashed had collapsed, revealing a hidden cave entrance.

"Huh? A cave?"

Curiosity got the better of me. I cautiously approached the entrance, wary of any traps or monsters. My [Presence Detection] skill wasn't picking up anything, but after the Crystal Deer incident, I remained on guard.

As I entered, the walls grew darker. Then, suddenly, torches along the cave walls lit up with an eerie flame.

"Whoa! They just... ignited on their own?"

The sudden illumination made me even more cautious. The torches suggested someone—or something—had built this cave. I proceeded carefully, checking for traps as I moved deeper. Eventually, I reached the final chamber.

"...What is this place?"

At the center of the room was a skeleton dressed in a robe, slumped against the far wall. It was completely still—long since dead.

"Ugh... that's creepy..."

Despite my [Mental Enhancement] skill, the sight was unsettling. But what caught my attention was the object at the skeleton's feet—a thick, ancient book.

"A book?"

Curious, I picked it up. The cover was faded but still legible. It read:

"What is this...?"

I cautiously opened the book. The first page had an inscription written in elegant script:

"To those who have reached this point, The Sage"

I stared at the message, feeling a chill run down my spine. Whatever this book was, it was left behind by a powerful figure. And somehow, I knew—it held secrets that could change everything.