Danmachi: Is It Wrong to Be the Main Character in Orario?-Chapter 780: Probing the Depths of the Soul

"Is that the true purpose?"

Freya pondered for a moment, but another question soon rose in her mind.

"But why is it that only you can create that sphere?"

"That’s also a question I’ve been thinking about~"

Bell had contemplated this question before, yet no clear answer existed.

Why am I the special one?

The world had rebooted countless times, yet only his circumstances remained different.

So why him?

If Bell had once believed it was because of the "Type-Moon System," he now understood that the "Type-Moon System" represented another descending "world," and was not the reason he was special.

Or rather, because he was the special one, he was able to receive support from that other "world"—namely, the "Type-Moon System."

And judging from the current situation, that sphere was what the two "worlds" focused on.

But was he truly the only one who could create it?

It was simply an intertwining of the "Seven Deadly Sins" and the power he considered "autonomy." People capable of such things in the Type-Moon world were hardly rare.

Yet despite that, those two "worlds" still chose to invest in him. That was strange.

The only conclusion was that he himself was "special"—destined from the start to accomplish something unique, and therefore chosen.

Thus, Bell found his answer.

"And everything ultimately points to one conclusion."

"So... you already know the answer?"

Freya looked at him, surprised.

"Yes. And this time it’s not speculation. With the two of them placing such heavy bets on me, I’m nearly certain. The answer lies within my soul."

The soul?

The answer sounded simple, but obtaining it wouldn’t be.

Freya understood how difficult extracting such information would be, but she still looked toward Bell.

This choice had to be his.

"Freya, you’ve studied souls more deeply than I have. If I let down all my defenses, can you guide me into the depths of my soul?"

Bell had made his decision.

He didn’t know whether his suspicious nature was a good thing. Elders always said: "Contentment brings peace; sometimes ignorance is bliss."

But ignorance about one’s own secrets often led to being exploited.

If he wanted to change his fate, he first had to learn what part of him others coveted. Only then could he avoid those who sought it.

So exploring the secret within his soul was something he had to do.

Freya met Bell’s unwavering gaze, thought for a moment, then nodded with a serious expression. "If it’s just guiding your consciousness into the depths of the soul, I can do that."

"The Authority of Lust is meant to make consciousness follow instinct—completely releasing one’s desires so instinct controls the mind."

"But all I can do is guide your consciousness into the soul’s depths. Beyond that, I cannot interfere."

Bell could hear clearly how dangerous this was. If his consciousness fully sank, he might never find his way back out.

"I know the risks. But some things must be uncovered."

Freya sighed helplessly, resting her chin on a trembling hand.

"Since you’ve decided, I’ll help you. When do we begin?"

"One hour from now."

Bell didn’t stall, nor did he rush. He needed to prepare.

"Alright."

With that, Bell began preparing to enter his soul.

He set up a barrier around his body.

This time, the barrier wasn’t outward-facing—it was inward.

It existed to restrain himself.

Once his consciousness entered the inner layer of the soul, Bell had no idea what his body might do beyond his control. Preparing beforehand ensured Hestia and the others’ safety.

Meanwhile, Freya was preparing herself mentally—and questioning everything.

"Freya, that sounds troublesome, doesn’t it?" 𝙛𝓻𝒆𝒆𝒘𝙚𝓫𝙣𝙤𝒗𝙚𝓵.𝙘𝙤𝙢

At that question, Freya deflated like a balloon, her spirit visibly drained.

"It’s far more than just ’troublesome.’ The Authority of Lust drags a soul inward, constructing a world tailored to satisfy the individual’s desires to make them fall completely. I won’t build such a world for Bell, but I must guide him into the inner layer of his soul."

Even thinking about it made her close her eyes. Blood flecks appeared in her crimson pupils.

"Once a person’s soul sinks into the inner layer, it’s like burying their consciousness deep in the abyss. Without proper preparation—without being able to pull Bell’s consciousness out from the outside—he might never wake again."

"That dangerous!? Why didn’t you stop him!?"

Artemis immediately jumped up, frantic. She couldn’t stand the idea of Darling facing such danger.

"I tried! But that’s just Bell’s nature. The last time we discussed soul matters, he already reacted strangely. I think he considered it even then but hadn’t decided. Now that he brought it up again, he’s clearly ready."

"How could I stop him under those circumstances!?"

Even Freya’s gentle nature couldn’t suppress her raised voice.

Her delicate hand tightened.

Artemis bit her lip hard. She knew Freya truly had no choice but to help Bell with such a dangerous process.

Smack!

A hand tapped her shoulder, and a strong pull brought her close.

Artemis finally saw Hephaestus—only for Hephaestus to interrupt before she could speak.

"All we can do is trust him."

"He’s always been this way—determined to uncover every unknown. If we refused him now, do you think he wouldn’t sneak off and do it behind our backs?"

"....."

Artemis fell silent, unable to answer.

Because she knew the truth.