Highschool DxD: Damn, I'm OP as Fuck!

Kenji turned to leave, but before he could take another step—

"Are you really planning to go alone?"

Hephaestus's voice carried a rare hint of concern.

Kenji stopped, looking over his shoulder.

"Yeah?"

Hephaestus sighed. "Listen, dungeons aren't as simple as they sound. Many rookies rush in, thinking they're ready, only to never return."

Her single visible eye narrowed slightly. "Be careful. At least consider teaming up for now."

Kenji chuckled.

"Thanks for the warning, Lady Hephaestus. I'll keep it in mind."

Hephaestus studied him for a moment—then nodded. "At least you're not reckless."

With that, Kenji stepped outside, making his way toward the massive tower in the city's center.

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Dungeon Entrance

The Dungeon loomed before him, its entrance buzzing with activity.

Teams of adventurers moved in and out, some carrying injured comrades, others discussing battle strategies.

Kenji observed them silently.

"Looks like a war zone. Good."

As he approached the entrance—

A group of four adventurers blocked his path.

The leader was a young werewolf—his silver hair tied back, his yellow eyes sharp yet friendly.

"Hey there, little brother. First time in Orario?"

Kenji raised an eyebrow. "Something like that."

The werewolf grinned. "Thought so. You've got that 'newbie' aura all over you."

Kenji's eye twitched. "That obvious?"

The werewolf chuckled, gesturing to his own armor and weapons—then at Kenji's empty hands and casual outfit.

"You're not even carrying gear. If you don't scream 'rookie,' I don't know who does."

Kenji sighed.

The burly human knight beside the werewolf smirked, resting his massive shield against his shoulder.

"You're a solo adventurer, huh?"

Kenji nodded.

The Amazon warrior in their group crossed her arms, scanning him. "Hmph. Brave, but foolish."

The mage, a young girl with a staff, simply watched quietly.

The werewolf rubbed his chin. "Listen, we're a new squad in the Loki Familia. We're heading to the first and second floors. Want to team up?"

Kenji considered it.

Then—he shook his head. "Thanks, but I prefer to go alone."

The werewolf's smile faded slightly. "You sure?"

Kenji grinned. "Yeah. I'll be fine."

He stepped past them, heading toward the dungeon's entrance.

The werewolf sighed. "There goes another one."

The knight shrugged. "You can't save every reckless fool, Curo."

Curo watched Kenji's retreating figure. "I hope he doesn't learn the hard way."

Then—he turned to his team. "Let's move."

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First Floor: Goblin Swarm

Kenji descended the stone steps, entering the dungeon's first floor.

The walls were dark brown, the narrow corridors stretching endlessly into the unknown.

It was eerily silent.

Then—

CRACK.

The walls ahead split open.

Goblins emerged—yellow eyes gleaming, crude weapons in hand.

Kenji grinned.

"Finally."

The goblins roared, charging toward him.

Kenji exhaled.

"Thunder Breathing… First Form."

His hand gripped the hilt of his Nichirin Blade.

Then—

He vanished.

A blinding yellow flash streaked through the goblins.

SLASH.

When Kenji reappeared—he was already past them.

He slowly sheathed his blade.

Behind him—

The goblins stood frozen in place.

Then—

SHNK.

Their bodies split apart, turning to ash.

Only small purple crystals remained.

Kenji smirked.

"Not bad for a warm-up."

And with that—he ventured deeper into the dungeon.

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