I Am Not A Goblin Slayer-Chapter 269 - 207:

Moreover, his physical attributes should also become stronger by then. Once the base stats increase, even a small percentage can lead to a significant scale of recovery.

In the presence of many goblins, he might even be able to replenish his stamina by killing them.

At that point, ordinary goblins would merely be moving stamina banks for him.

This talent is not only useful for weaker enemies. Keep in mind that goblins are often recruited as vassal races by many elite demons.

Even when he later challenges elite demons, if he can enhance the effect of his abilities, he can continuously absorb stamina through bloodthirst, achieving the goal of wearing down elite demons in battle through endurance.

Though it is a goblin-related title entry, the application scenarios extend far beyond just goblins.

"Hiss..."

With that thought, Gauss couldn’t help but feel his heartbeat quicken.

The role of goblins was still escalating.

His hands itched with anticipation.

Unfortunately, the goblins in the cave had already been cleared out.

In the short term, there should be no trace of these green-skin creatures nearby.

"Gauss..."

"Gauss... are you okay?"

This time, Gauss had been lost in thought a bit longer.

So much so that even Aaliyah noticed his daze.

Aaliyah and Serdur’s gaze fell on Gauss, vaguely sensing some change in his aura.

For a brief moment, they even felt that Gauss’s presence had risen to a terrifying level, giving them the illusion that he was the center of the world.

"I’m fine, really." Gauss could barely suppress the smile at the corner of his mouth, pursing his lips.

"That’s good. If there’s anything unusual or uncomfortable, let us know." Aaliyah said without probing further.

Even among teammates, it’s essential to maintain a certain boundary.

Having teamed with Gauss for so long, even if she were slow, she could vaguely detect something special about him, but often she wouldn’t pry.

Just like when Gauss previously asked her about her hometown, she responded vaguely, and Gauss didn’t press for details.

It was a form of tacit understanding between them.

What surprised her was that Serdur, who had just joined the team, also didn’t show any intention of questioning Gauss’s odd behavior.

Normally, most people would feel some curiosity, especially after sensing the ethereal and exalted aura Gauss briefly emitted.

Didn’t he feel even a twinge of curiosity?

At this moment, Serdur’s face silently collected a "just as expected" expression.

He had observed Gauss’s transformation even earlier than Aaliyah.

And this discovery undoubtedly confirmed a suspicion he had on the way there.

Now, he was more convinced of his hypothesis.

That instant just then undoubtedly served as the best evidence of divine favor; there was no mistake!

The whole team silently moved past the transformation in such mutual tacit understanding.

"Gauss, don’t worry. I’ve had Aik inspect the surroundings, and none of the green-skin creatures escaped earlier."

"Thank you for your hard work."

Gauss watched the Clay Spider continuously carry out goblin left ears from the cave.

Unknowingly, a small pile of goblin left ears had stacked up on the ground.

He scanned them with his eyes, quickly finished counting.

The number matched perfectly with the kill count on the previous panel, 44 in total.

After having the Clay Spider conduct a blanket patrol inside the cave and confirming nothing was missed, Gauss finally put away the Clay Spider.

"2nd-level Spell [Shaping Magic: Clay] lv3 (0/50)"

Double joy.

The proficiency level of Clay Magic had just reached lv3, and there was yet much work to do next.

"Rest assured, it’s completely cleaned up." Gauss, seeing a young villager still peering towards the cave depths, assumed he was still unsure and reassured him. "This is my hometown, too. I wouldn’t neglect it."

The young villager, initially frozen in shock, heard Gauss’s words and just prepared to explain when Gauss’s latter words revealed a hint of surprise on his face.

"Are you from around here as well?" He felt a bit of anticipation, wondering if Gauss was from their Linjian Village.

If they were from the same village, there might be a chance to build a rapport.

However, he seemed to have never heard of anyone from the village becoming a powerful adventurer.

"Yes." Gauss first nodded, then shook his head. "But I’m from Stone Creek Village."

"...Oh, Stone Creek Village, I know it." The villager felt some regret, realizing Gauss was a big figure from a neighboring village.

He inwardly thought it was a pity.

After leaving the woods, the villager bowed goodbye to the three of them, then rode a short horse towards the village, ready to bring the good news of goblins being cleared to his fellow villagers. They wouldn’t need to be so cautious for a while.

Gauss and the other two also returned to Stone Creek Village.

...

the Host family.

The family, having just finished their meal, sent off various villagers coming to inquire, finally having time to sit together inside the house. 𝕗𝚛𝚎𝚎𝐰𝗲𝗯𝗻𝚘𝚟𝚎𝗹.𝕔𝐨𝕞

Gauss’s sudden return left them somewhat shocked.

Even the ever-diligent Hawke found it hard to muster the motivation to fetch water from the fields.

Possibly the only ones without a care were the youngest, Hawke’s one-year-old child, and the comfortably stretching Cecyl reclining on the grass mat.