I, the “Clock User”, Was Kicked Out of the Craftsmen’s Guild for Being Incompetent, but at the Dungeon’s Depths, I Awakened My True Power – Even Though I Was Told to Return Because They Couldn’t Handle the Work, It’s Too Late Now, and I Will Live Freely as an SSS-class Adventurer V10C20

   Translated by Hamster


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### Volume 10: Reunion 

**20: The Power of an SSS-rank Adventurer**


The greetings during the party proceeded smoothly, with no major issues as the time for its end approached.


Most of the nobles who came to greet Cyclo were considering the benefits he could bring to the kingdom, at least showing friendly attitudes in public.


As the greetings concluded and the party was nearing its end, His Majesty the King appeared.


"Before we close, I have an announcement. Baron Owen, who has been ennobled as a baron today, has promised to undertake peace negotiations with the empire for the future and prosperity of our kingdom."


His Majesty's words caused a stir among the nobles.


"I ask that you all send Baron Owen off with good wishes as he undertakes the perilous journey to negotiate directly with the Demon King in the lands occupied by the barbaric empire's demons."


Though the nobles couldn't hide their surprise at this sudden announcement, none openly opposed it. All offered applause to the king's words.


But then— someone intruded, cutting through this flow.


"---Your Majesty! I have something to say!"


Yes, it was the cardinal of the Skill Selection Cult.


"What is it, Your Eminence?"


"I would like to confirm one premise. Is this man, Baron Owen, truly capable of standing up to the Demon King?"


It was an unreasonable demand.


However, outright denying it would damage the reputation of Cyclo Owen's martial prowess. His Majesty, who intended to have Cyclo serve as a noble of the kingdom, could not allow that.


"Hmm. Then, how shall we prove it?"


"The method could be anything. For a hero who has conquered an impregnable dungeon, there should be countless ways to demonstrate such martial prowess clearly to all."


Saying this, the cardinal looked at Cyclo. This meant it was up to Cyclo to come up with a way to prove his strength, and it was also an opening for any kind of nitpicking.


But—Cyclo responded with a slight smile.


"As you wish, Your Eminence. Then, would you all look up at the sky?"


"The sky?"


Upon these words, not only the cardinal but also the kingdom's nobles and even the King looked up.


"Now, I will cover the castle with a shadow. —Clock Creation, 'Muspelheim'!"


Cyclo declared and activated his skill.


This situation was one that Cyclo had anticipated in advance. To counter anyone who might demand he demonstrate his power in a clear manner, he had rushed the development of a strategic weapon he had been working on, completing it just in time for this day.


A gigantic spherical mechanical structure was generated from Cyclo's outstretched hand.


The sphere floated and ascended high into the sky.


Once it reached a height where it was barely visible, part of the sphere activated, revealing its internal structure. From this, a large amount of particulate matter was dispersed.


These particles were magical substances created by combining not only Cyclo's knowledge of magical devices but also Alice's knowledge of alchemy. Just as a fireball spell emits heat like real fire, these particles had the property of gathering and absorbing light from their surroundings.


As these magical particles, which only absorbed light, were scattered in vast amounts, the light was taken away from the area below, including the palace and the investiture party venue, casting everything into shadow as if under the shade of a gigantic creature.


Meanwhile, in the sky, the collected light leaked from each particle, forming clouds of light.


"---This is one of the weapons I have designed, 'Muspelheim.' As you can see, it robs the earth of light, and if not deactivated, this immense energy would rain down, scorching everything. If left unchecked, the capital would melt away, leaving no trace."


However, no one could calmly listen to Cyclo's explanation.


The sudden shadow on the ground and the clouds of light in the darkened sky instilled a fear beyond what Cyclo's explanations could convey, affecting people's hearts with its sheer presence.


With a mere change of mind, he could burn down an entire city. This was the kind of overwhelming presence that an SSS-rank adventurer represented, which everyone instinctively understood.


Of course, this was exactly the effect Cyclo had aimed for, prioritizing the development of such visually impactful weaponry for this demonstration.


"Are you satisfied, Your Eminence?"


Cyclo asked with a smile.


"...Understood! I understand, so dispel that light immediately!!"


"Thank you for your understanding."


Having forcefully convinced the cardinal, Cyclo deactivated the 'Clock Creation' skill before the light could descend upon the ground.


The particles and the core sphere vanished from the sky in an instant.


Light returned to the earth.


Everyone at the party venue, looking at the sun, which would soon set, felt its brightness more precious than ever.


At the same time, the question arose in many nobles' minds: could the kingdom truly control Baron Cyclo Owen, who possessed such personal military might?


Whether aware of these internal thoughts or not, Cyclo smiled, satisfied with how things had gone according to plan.

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