Magical Tool Master Dahlia Never Compromises ~ Starting Today: Life as a Freelancer ~

The length of the sword was quickly decided, but in terms of material, Wolf and his boss began to discuss whether to prioritize sharpness or choose a material that is strong and tough.

This was a really difficult professional question for Dalia to understand.

While Wolf was choosing a longsword, the shopkeeper suggested she go to the next room to look at the magically gifted women's boots. She was particularly interested in the adventurer's boots with enhanced durability.

However, when she returned, she found that Wolfe addressed the owner as "Flores," and the owner also called him "Wolver." The two called each other by name and joked with each other, which surprised Dalia.

Whether it was Wolf, Ivano, or Marcella, Dahlia noticed that the distance between men always seemed to disappear particularly quickly, which made her a little envious.

Now, they finally brought the longswords they selected from the weapon shop back to the Green Tower.

In the workshop on the first floor, Dalia and Wolf changed into work clothes together.

During this period of time, they had been busy developing the Breeze Cloth and demonstrating the expedition furnace, and then Wolf went on an expedition, leaving them with no time to make the artificial magic sword.

Having finally some free time today, they were determined to succeed this time, and both of them were full of energy.

"Well, this time we'll try using a long sword and adding two layers of magic silver seals in both directions at the joints."

"Finally, it's the longsword's turn!"

Wolff spoke excitedly, his tone full of eagerness to try. Dahlia suppressed a smile and carefully examined the items on the writing table.

On the table lay a moderately priced longsword that could be enchanted, and a small box containing magic-sealing silver.

The sword's grip is black, and the guard is silver without any decoration.

The scabbard is dark gray and the blade is dark silver. Although it looks plain, its thickness and length are quite strong, so heavy that Dahlia can hardly lift it.

When she tried to move the sword, she was surprised by its weight, and even more surprised when Wolfer mentioned that dual swords might be used in certain expeditionary situations.

If Dahlia swung the sword, her body would most likely be thrown out by the weight of the sword. Not to mention swinging the sword, it would probably be a problem for her to even hold it correctly.

Dalia sighed and started working on her homework.

On the table was a metal box that was just big enough for her to hold with both hands, and it was filled with magic sealing silver.

When she opened the lid of the box, the surface of the sticky silver liquid rippled slightly under the influence of her magic.

Although Dahlia didn't make any sound, she was a little panicked inside.

Magic Silver is a unique metal called a special ore. When magic is applied, it transforms from liquid to solid. If too much magic power is accidentally input, causing it to solidify prematurely, the material will be unusable.

Her magical powers had grown stronger recently, and although she had been trying to control them, she still occasionally became unstable.

Dalia reminded herself that she had to be more focused and careful in the production.

"This time, we'll also give the blade the 'anti-wear' effect, use water magic stone for cleaning the tsuba, wind magic stone for increased speed in the grip, make the scabbard lighter, and reinforce the screws with hardness. Is that okay?"

"If possible, could you remove the 'no grind' effect and grant fire magic instead?"

"Like Gurat-sama's gray hands?"

Dalia had seen that sword before. When Gurat wielded it, it radiated intense heat and magical energy. It was truly an incredible sword. It could even completely incinerate large monsters. The difference between its firepower and magical power was simply worlds apart.

"That's right. Using Ash Hands to make dried goods is incredibly efficient, and it also keeps them fresh."

These words didn't sound like something a member of a monster-slaying troop would say, but rather something a fisherman or someone living in a fishing village would hope for.

"While I can't achieve the same effect as the Gray Hand, I think it should be possible to add a little fire magic. Please wait a moment..."

Dahlia pulled out her notebook and began recording numbers and performing calculations. To ensure absolute safety, she carefully calculated twice, arriving at a safe range with ample margin.

"With my current magic power, I can safely attach up to three Fire Magic Stones. However, the firepower is probably only enough to roast small fish or green squid. The scabbard needs to be given a heat-blocking effect. Do you think this is feasible?"

"sure!"

Wolff agreed with a happy smile.

Dahlia placed a metal plate with heat-shielding function on the workbench and asked Wolf to disassemble the sword and arrange it neatly.

She first used three Fire Magic Stones to imbue the blade with fire magic.

She placed the magic stone between the fingertips of her right hand, placed her left hand on the blade, and began to slowly channel magic power from the middle.

This time, it wasn't the usual rainbow-colored magic, but rather a crisscross of red and orange light that flowed like thin threads from the magic stone to the blade. She felt a gradual heat creeping up her fingertips, but because it intertwined with her own magic, it wouldn't burn her.

"Dalia, is it really not going to get hot?"

"It's okay, I just feel warm."

Despite the explanation, Wolf still looked very worried. Dahlia smiled and continued her work.

After a while, the blade began to glow a faint red, and the heat gradually became visible to the naked eye.

However, how long would this effect last? The Expedition Furnace could replace magic stones, but this sword obviously couldn't do that. Even if this was just an experimental operation, Dahlia still felt it was a pity to use it on a sword.

I heard there were mages in the royal city who could remove the magic that bestowed it. Dahlia thought, perhaps after this fire magic wore off, she could talk to Wolfe about whether they could help remove the magic that bestowed it.

Next, Dahlia decided to use the armored crab shells in stock to give the scabbard a heat-blocking effect.

The armored crab is a giant crab that lives in rocky areas and sandy areas. It can be over two meters long and, as its name suggests, has a strong, armor-like shell.

The armored crab's shell has certain heat-blocking properties and cannot be defeated by fire magic.

The Monster Encyclopedia states that they are vulnerable to ice magic.

"So the armor crab's shell can also be used as a heat-blocking material? I thought it was only used to strengthen armor or shields."

"It can also be used as a pot, which is especially convenient for cooking certain herbs that can't be cooked in a metal pot."

The fragments in Dahlia's hand were what remained after the larger portion of the armored crab's shell had been removed. Even so, they were still sufficient to serve as a thermal shield.

"Wolf, have you ever participated in a mission to subdue the armored crab?"

"No. The armored crabs become sluggish in winter, so adventurers usually catch them during that time. Therefore, they don't multiply enough to be hunted. However, I have eaten them and have seen them before."

The meat and roe of the armored crab are both very delicious and are sold in the royal capital during the winter. Dalia agrees that there's almost no part of the armored crab that needs to be discarded.

After the brief conversation, Dalia focused on her work. She poured out the red and white powder and infused it with magic power in one breath.

The armored crab's shell does not require the use of magic tool dissolving fluid. When magic power is injected, the powder will turn into a liquid-like state and then form a thin film.

While the powder was turning into liquid, Dalia poured it into the inside of the scabbard, feeling like she was spreading a thin film on the inside.

When this layer of empowerment was complete, she began the next step, coating the inside of the sheath with magic-sealing silver.

This technique of using Magic Sealing Silver was one of the compound bestowaling methods she had learned from Oswald.

Placing magic-sealing silver at the joints can guide the flow of magic power when imparting magic, preventing the magic power from repelling each other. To this end, Dahlia directed the magic power of the first layer of magic-sealing silver to the outside, the second layer to the inside, and finally fixed it with attachment magic.

Although she had made the armor crab shell and the magic seal silver layer as thin as possible to ensure that the sword could be put into the sheath smoothly, she still had a trace of worry in her heart.

Dahlia was worried that the sheath's internal space would be reduced, and if the sword were to become stuck when drawn in an emergency, it would be impractical. She decided to ask Wolff to confirm this later.

Just like last time, she gave the hilt of the sword the cleaning function of the Water Magic Stone, and the handle used the Wind Magic Stone to enhance its speed.

To ensure the magic could be properly stopped, she carefully applied two layers of magic silver in both directions.

Watching the silver magic seal slowly wriggling like slime, Dahlia felt a little happy in her heart, while also ensuring that the layer given was thick and firm.

During this granting process, she noticed a significant difference in the amount of magic power injected compared to last time. The amount of magic power required for both the tsuba and the handle had increased significantly.

She couldn't help but wonder if it was because she had switched from a short sword to a long sword, or if it was because these materials themselves were more susceptible to absorbing magic power. In any case, the amount of magic injected exceeded her expectations.

Although she controlled the amount of magic she injected for safety reasons, if this empowerment was successful, then next time she might be able to try a stronger one. Thinking of this, Dalia couldn't help but feel anticipation and excitement.

"Before assembling, let's check the condition of the blade."

It is a bit dangerous to touch the blade, which may still be very hot, with your bare hands.

Dahlia put her fingers a few centimeters away from the blade and felt a certain degree of heat.

She dropped a little water on the blade, and the water droplets immediately made a slight "hissing" sound and slowly turned into white steam.

"Would you like to try getting some dry goods scraps from the second floor?"

"Try this."

Wolff pulled a small package from his breast pocket and opened it, revealing a folded kraken.

"...Wolf, why would you put something like that in your pocket?"

"Emergency food."

Wolff answered simply, then placed the dry goods carefully on the blade with full of expectation.

The dry food slowly curled up on the blade, and soon a slight "sizzling" sound was heard.

Wolfe took the food off, broke it in half, and handed one half to Dahlia. Dahlia thanked him and took the food, but she still felt a little unbelievable.

However, this piece of dry food was cooked to perfection under the heat of the blade, with the perfect temperature and a very tender texture.

"This sword seems perfect for roasting small pieces of dried food..."

"Why do you have to use a sword to roast dried goods? What are expedition furnaces used for?"

Dahlia was somewhat dumbfounded by Wolf's determination to use the magic sword they had created together at all costs.

Speaking of which, that "Demon Sword of Lament" they had made before, which only dripped a small amount of water...

Wolff had taken it back with him, cherishing it. Dahlia couldn't help but wonder what he was doing with that sword.

However, she wouldn't be surprised if he answered that he simply enjoyed admiring the sword.

"Anyway, it looks like it's in good condition. I'll give it a try."

Wolfe skillfully put on his work gloves and began to assemble the sword.

"There wasn't any adverse reaction... and quite a bit of water flowed out of the tsuba."

The sword was easily assembled, and a large amount of water flowed smoothly from the hilt, enough to cover both sides of the blade. It was a world of difference compared to the last sword that only dripped a small amount of water.

"I'll go over there and try it out."

Wolf moved to the other side of the workbench and swung his sword at the wall.

Although he probably didn't use his full strength, the sound of the sword breaking through the air was as loud as the sword singing, causing Dahlia to shrink involuntarily.

"The speed is quite good. It should be very useful once you get used to it."

"That's great. Now let's see how long this flame-enhancing effect lasts."

Wolfe returned to his workbench and carefully placed the sword on the table.

This magical sword has a faint reddish glow on its blade.

However, when the sword is returned to its scabbard, there is little noticeable change in appearance.

Just as Dahlia was about to ask Wolf about the feeling of swinging the sword, when her hand touched the table, she suddenly noticed a slight vibration in the insulating metal plate on the table.

"what?"

A closer look revealed that the longsword on the table was trembling slightly. Dahlia was a little nervous, worried that it might become the same "crawling magic sword" that moved on its own before, but when she listened carefully, she faintly heard a subtle "sizzling" sound.

Could this sword make a sound? ——At the moment when the two looked at each other in silence, puzzled,

The weak vibration suddenly became stronger, making a harsh "buzzing" resonance sound.

"Something seems amiss here. Let me dismantle it!"

"No, this looks too dangerous. Let me do it!"

As the two of them hurriedly responded, the sound of the sword in front of them became increasingly harsh, as if it was about to break.

Wolfe reacted immediately, pulling Dahlia and the chair she was sitting on back while quickly standing in front of her.

Immediately afterwards, "Snap!" a crisp and sharp cracking sound was heard.

"Wolf! Are you okay?"

"Yeah, I'm fine. The joints just came loose, but the parts aren't flying around."

On the table, the magic silver had peeled off into two layers, and the longsword had also been broken into its components. The scabbard had also fallen off by about half.

"I'm so sorry, I didn't expect it to disintegrate on its own..."

Logically, there should be no problem with the calculation. What went wrong?

The magic silver was purchased from the store they had always used, and there was no problem with the quality.

Moreover, Oswald had also confirmed the calculation formula, and the magic blocking capacity of Magic Sealing Silver itself did not exceed the load.

The granting process was also carried out with great care, and no leakage of magic power was found - does this mean that even if the magic sealing silver is fixed in both directions, it is impossible to completely control the magic power?

Magic Sealing Silver is powerful when blocking magic in one direction, but when used in two directions, it may peel off from each other, causing its effectiveness to be weaker than the normally calculated value.

What are the remedies for these problems? Is there any information I can find?