The beast tamer exiled from the hero’s party and the cat eared girl from the strongest race meet

Chapter 303: Mastermind’s turmoil

(TL:By Rafael,valhallatls.blogspot.com)

"...I can't believe this."

Watching the stampede from atop the cliff, the demon, Weiss, widened his eyes in astonishment.

The plan had been progressing smoothly.

They had successfully induced the stampede, and it had grown to the scale they desired.

A horde of over ten thousand demons directed their course towards Horizon.

Reinforcements wouldn't make it in time.

Defense was pointless.

Horizon was supposed to be wiped off the map today.

Weiss knew there were several apex species among them.

However, he hadn't considered it a significant issue.

Ordinary apex species couldn't overcome the stampede.

Even among the apex species, those at the pinnacle...

Or perhaps a species specialized in combat like the celestials, might have been different.

However, it wasn't enough with just the Cat Spirit tribe, the Dragon tribe, the Spirit tribe, the Divine tribe, and the Oni tribe.

They could delay the destruction, and they wouldn't die, but that was all.

They couldn't save Horizon from destruction.

That's what he had thought.

That's what he had judged.

And yet... what does this result mean?

What is happening right before my eyes?

Weiss couldn't comprehend the scene unfolding below and inadvertently held his head in his hands.

"What is that human...? To shatter my plan with such a ridiculous method..."

The animals summoned as reinforcements were scattering the horde of demons with great momentum.

Wolves were tearing apart small demons like goblins...

Rhinos were blasting away medium-sized demons like ogres...

Elephants were trampling large demons like King Lizards.

The horde of demons being trampled by the herd of animals was a surreal sight.

However, it wasn't determined that demons were superior to animals, possessing stronger power.

Not all animals surpassed demons...

Some animals skilled in battle had superior combat abilities to demons.

Otherwise, the wild animals would have been extinct long ago, wiped out by demons.

However.

Even so.

Would anyone really think to pit animals against demons?

Would anyone really consider subduing the stampede with animals?

It surpassed Weiss's understanding.

Unbelievable.

Unbelievable.

Unbelievable.

Looking at the scene before him, he felt dizzy with a headache.

"...I must admit my plan has failed."

Horizon was just insurance.

The main target was Krios.

It was discussed whether Krios alone might not be enough...

So, it was decided to let Horizon perish as well.

However, it ended in failure.

The battle is still ongoing...

But the horde of demons is completely on the defensive.

There are still a considerable number remaining, but it's only a matter of time before they are completely subdued.

"Good grief... What will Reez say about this? My head hurts."

Weiss considered whether he should join the fray.

However, he immediately dismissed the idea.

Several apex species.

Hundreds of humans.

And a herd of animals.

Even for a demon, facing them was impossible.

They would be easily defeated.

There was also the possibility if he used his trump card...

But that was only a last resort.

It couldn't be used casually in a situation like this.

"Well, there's no helping it... I'll give up on this town."

With a sigh, Weiss...

In the next moment, his figure vanished like an illusion.

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"This is it... the final blow!!"

Kanade spun her right arm around and slammed a full-force punch into the King Lizard.

Its massive body was launched into the air like a cannonball, becoming a star in the sky.

"As for the remaining..."

I scattered my magical energy in all directions, searching for any signs of the demons.

But there were none.

It seemed like they were all wiped out.

"Rain! I scouted from the sky, but there are no survivors."

"I... also double-checked, but... it should be all clear, right?"

Tania and Nina said so, so there shouldn't be any issues.

They had successfully subdued the stampede.

"Rain, can you give us a victory cry?"

Stella asked me to do that.

"Huh? Why me? Stella's the one in command..."

"You're more suitable than me. The people of the city recognize you."

"Even if you say that... Well, alright. I'll do it."

It's not really my style...

But since Stella says it, I'll accept it obediently.

We moved to the front of the gate.

I raised my right hand in front of the adventurers and knights who were watching us...

"It's our victory!!!"

"Yeeaaaahhhhhhhhhhh!!!!"

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Thanks to everyone's combined efforts, we managed to somehow subdue the stampede. But the hard part begins now.

First, treating the injured. Nearly 500 people fought, and almost half of them suffered severe injuries. There were almost 100 people who were so injured that they couldn't move.

We also assisted in treating the injured. I can use healing magic, and Sora and Luna are magic experts. Tina has the knowledge and skills for precise treatment, and Nina stores a lot of healing medicine in the subspace. Kanade and Tania used their impressive strength to carry various supplies around.

Unfortunately, there were people we couldn't help, but thanks to everyone, we were able to help a lot of people.

It's not just a matter of people; rebuilding the city is also a major issue. Despite managing to withstand the demon attacks, the East Gate is completely out of commission. The surrounding area is also heavily damaged. It will take some time to return to its original state.

However, fortunately or unfortunately, there is no need to worry about funds for reconstruction. Subduing the stampede allowed us to obtain a large amount of demon stones. If we use them wisely, the financial problem will be solved.

Despite various other problems, the people who overcame the stampede have already begun to move forward.

In the midst of all this, as for me...

"Alright, thanks. You've been a big help."

"Roar!"

I patted the lion's head and placed a large chunk of meat in front of it. The lion happily grabbed the meat in its mouth... but it was too big to carry alone, so it called several other lions that seemed to be its family, and together they carried it away.

"Phew..."

"Rain, we're almost out of meat, aren't we?"

"It's okay. This was the last for the carnivores. Next up are the herbivores..."

"Yeah, I brought a lot of delicious-looking vegetables."

Kanade showed me a mountain of vegetables loaded onto a cart. Behind her were several other carts loaded with vegetables.

And ahead of me were herds of animals. They were the animals we made temporary contracts with. We're giving them rewards, but there are so many of them, it's tough.

Thanks to obtaining a large amount of demon stones, we don't have to worry about money, and we've prepared rewards properly...

But the work is incredibly tedious, and although it's almost dusk, we haven't finished distributing the rewards yet. This might turn into an all-nighter...

With a wry smile, but determined to do my best nonetheless.

Some of the animals are injured too. As a Beast Tamer, I must do my best to meet their needs.

"Thank you."

I continue to pat each one's head and express my gratitude.

TL Note- Rain completing his work as a Beast Tamer...

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