“When the zombies began to howl loudly, the Pope covered his ears and shouted, ‘It’s loud, it’s too loud…!'”

“Kiyaak!”

“Grrrrlack!”

Even though there were millions of zombies, they were merely elderly gentlemen in front of the zombies threatening humans.

A hero? A savior? In the face of zombies, the Pope, who had once aspired to such grand titles, couldn’t even think of displaying his sacred power, trembling instead.

“Well, isn’t this enough, Your Grace? We’ve shown these monstrous creatures enough of our capabilities. So, it’s time to retreat…”

“No. Is this all you’ve got?”

I took out my pocket dimension.

“What is this?”

“What is it? It’s a weapon retrieval for a zombie subjugation mission with His Holiness the Pope. I put effort into bringing these precious weapons with my colleagues.”

The Pope stared blankly at the weapons I took out of the pocket dimension, forgetting what he was about to say.

From powerful magic bullets that could be dozens or hundreds in number to sturdy iron arrowheads for crossbows, and from a cluster of knives crafted by a skilled artisan to healing potions brought out of concern for the magical and physical fatigue of Luce and Benedict, the variety was vast.

“We can stay here and hunt zombies until the rooster crows. We’re used to this. We couldn’t embark on subjugation due to circumstances, but now, on the road blessed by God, we can attack zombies comfortably. How precious is this opportunity? We can’t afford to miss it.”

“Well, that’s true.”

“Ah, Your Holiness, I understand that you have a great interest in defeating zombies. Now, instead of relying on the function to paralyze with the light’s path, isn’t it more important to pierce their heads directly? Why don’t you try using a crossbow like Michael does?”

We had also brought a spare crossbow. A robust one capable of withstanding holy power. When Michael actively brought it, I found it strange, but looking at the Pope’s pale face, I thought he was wise.

“As a priest, I have never touched a weapon designed for killing…”

“Haha. Don’t say that. Try using it once. Even the youngest maids in our mansion have hit zombies’ heads with this crossbow in critical moments.”

The Pope’s expression hinted at curses. Was he being reduced to a cowardly servant, worse than a maid in the mansion?

I didn’t care. I thought it would be better to give a sip of water to the dandelions by the roadside than to spend time caring for the Pope.
“Alternatively, it might have been more productive to consider expressing condolences to the victims turned into zombies and deciding where to bury their graves.”

“Well, take it. It’s not too heavy, and the usage is very convenient. If you find it difficult, ask Sir Michael. He will kindly explain it to His Holiness and the priests.”

“…Alright.”

Whether he was tired of the madness in my eyes or not, the Pope reluctantly accepted the crossbow.

As the Pope accepted the crossbow, other priests couldn’t remain silent and approached me with a pale face, trembling with uncertainty.

“Yo, Your Grace. We, we will… fight too.”

“Looking at your expressions, you seem like deserters forced out against your will.”

Aston, who was throwing daggers, stabbed the priests’ hearts with his words.

“Deserters. Well, it’s not a wrong description.”

These priests were Michael’s classmates, yet they were cowardly traitors who abandoned him.

“Sorry, we apologize.”

Due to their environmental characteristics, the priests who were completely frightened couldn’t express discomfort and just apologized.

“These guys are weak-willed and have gone crazy. The moment my assigned possessor held a gun, he bravely took the lead. It seems like they’re forcibly sent out like deserters at death’s door.”

“It’s not a common situation. But, Zero, don’t be pleased like the parents who raised you as the first hero you handed the gun to. It’s disgusting.”

“Hey!”

I always enjoyed teasing Zero.

I gave crossbows to the priests without discrimination.

“Take it. You just need to infuse the arrowhead with holy power. It will be much easier to understand if you listen to Sir Michael’s explanation rather than me.”

“Um… Excuse me, but can’t we listen to someone else’s explanation? Since Sir Michael will be in charge of His Holiness…”

Although stuttering, I understood what they were saying. Since Michael was taking care of the Pope, they would rather hear an explanation from someone other than the inconvenient Michael.

“Then, may I ask Lord Aston?”

“…”

“I’ve learned from both Sir Michael and Lord Aston about physical training. Lord Aston is also a master of weapons. So, he will kindly explain how to use the crossbow to the priests.”

“Mm.”

Michael was uncomfortable, and the priests, who had no courage to approach Aston, trembled like newly born fawns.

“You have truly outstanding eyes. How did you choose a person who can bravely fight zombies? Whenever I look at you, I feel admiration.”

“Priests are looking at you like you’re crazy.”

“I know. It’s true, isn’t it?”