15 Episode 15 "The registered guild is too decent and Im worried about it.".txt (1/2)

The Magic Sword Regina Brass.

A magical sword that suddenly appears once every few decades in the depths of a dungeon.

According to the explanation of the guild, it is the 'Wandering Sword' that has its own will and moves to choose its master.

It is said that its power is so powerful that if the chosen one has it in his or her hands, he or she will be on the path to becoming a hero.

For example, Anouville, the ”bellicose king,” who rose to prominence from an orphan to become the king

For example, the ”Red King Festa Rica,” who was a prince in exile who not only reestablished his country, but also became an ally of the surrounding nations and eventually left behind 100 children

Legend has it that both kings had accomplished this with the power of the magic sword.

However, if a non-heroic person tried to use it, the magic sword would only lead to destruction.

It is said that some of them have been executed as criminals and destroyed their countries.

The magic sword would turn people into heroes or criminals, then disappear and reappear.

This is a quest to search for such a high-risk, high-reward magic sword.

The location is deep beneath the dungeon.

There's no way we, who just registered with the guild, can do that ......

'Yes. Of course, you don't have to force yourself to dive into the dungeon, do you?

I don't mind.

The guild's sister said it so simply that you'd think it was a good idea.

This is the second floor of the 'Commoner's Guild'.

Next to the room where the quest board is located, a room that looks like an office.

She left Cecil and Rita in the resting place and nodded with a translucent look on her face while offering me tea as I went to listen to the conversation on her behalf.

Her name is Aine = Clunet.

She's a descendant of the person who created the ”Common People's Guild” and is currently in the process of gaining experience to become the next guild master.

In the midst of her busy schedule, she firmly answered my question.

'To begin with, the dungeon is believed to be the remains of an ancient civilization that was discovered when the mines around Metekal were being mined. After the third level, which changes from tunnels to ruins, it's too dangerous for newcomers. So there's no way I'm going to force you to take them there!

I was in the momentum of 'Let's leave the guild and go on a trip, depending on the case,' but Aine-san is smiling at me like a flutter.

The fluffy chestnut-colored hair sways like a feather with each nod.

You're going ...... crazy.

''Actually, the quest for all of us is a message to the 'Aristocracy Guild'.

A message?

'Yes. I don't want you to just order us around unilaterally, but to listen to us as well.

Aine began to explain.

It was just as it was first explained that there was a 'Commoner's Guild' and a 'Nobleman's Guild' in Metecal.

Aine said that the 'Aristocracy Guild' has been assigning jobs to the 'Commoner's Guild' that they can't do themselves.

That's true, but it seems it's actually a bit more complicated than that.

First of all, the ”Aristocrat Guild” takes orders from the royal family for worthwhile jobs.

And then they ask the 'Commoner's Guild' to do it.

Most of the compensation paid by the royal family is pinned down.

Because of that, when the ”Citizens' Guild” receives the order, the rewards are cheaper than other quests of the same level.

That's why the ”People's Guild” pays for the extra rewards out of their own pocket.

Because if you refuse a request, the Noblemen's Guild will harass you in various ways.

There are times when they will shout at our guild, and there are also times when the rogues hired by the Noblemen's Guild will interfere with the Commoner's Guild members' quests.

When you accept a request, the members of the Aristocrat Guild will follow the quest that the Commoner's Guild has accepted, for some reason.

They don't participate in battles with demons.

They won't even help me in my quest.

Yet, during the quests, they will stand behind you and tell you what to do.

If you ignore him, he gets angry.

If you do what he says and problems arise, he'll say, ”Why didn't you do as I said! He gets mad.

If we complain, their rewards will be reduced.

If we leave them unattended or injure them, the nobles will all put pressure on the merchants who are sponsors of the 'Common People's Guild'.

Anyway, they were too much of a nuisance to want to be involved with as much as possible.

The commoners' guild has been consulting with the lord of Metekal about the current situation, but they haven't been able to solve the problem.

The 'Noblemen's Guild' is a group of aristocrats, even though it is a lowly guild, so the old and sickly Metekal lord cannot be very strong.

That's why the people of the 'Commoner's Guild' seemed to be quite pissed off.

''That's why we need to show our resolve this time, 'All the common people's guilds will get the magic sword with all the common people's guilds. If I get the magic sword and offer it to the king, they will be in trouble too, right?　Ostensibly, the request from the royal family was supposed to have been handled perfectly by the 'Noble Guild' until now.

I see.

In other words, this would be a chance for the subcontractors who were being pinned down by the main contractors to show their capabilities to their clients.

If the ”People's Guild” offered the King a magic sword, it would prove that they are capable of that much.

It could be an opportunity to change the situation.

''Everyone just wants to tell the 'Noble Guild' what we think.

Wouldn't that cause a fight?

It's okay! Even noble guilds have people who understand what they're talking about.

To be honest, though, that person is my childhood friend, Aine continued.

I heard that there's someone in the ”Noblemen's Guild” who knows that the current state of affairs isn't good and can help us.

Well, otherwise they wouldn't be doing something that would annoy the main contractor.

''That's why the 'Commoner's Guild' is going to work together to search for the magic sword.

But to be so close to the bottom of the ocean all of a sudden.

Sure, you can go home on the first level.

Are you sure?

Isn't that obvious?

Of course not.

Are you okay with this white company?

When I see Aine smiling with sparkling eyes, it makes me uneasy.

It's strange.

I've experienced too many black jobs, is my mind just dirty ......?

”Anyway, this time around, it's important for the members of the 'Commoner's Guild' to enter the dungeon en masse and show their enthusiasm of 'I'm going to seriously search for the magic sword'.

The ”People's Guild” is for everyone, so we won't force beginners to do anything. If you want, I can guide you through other quests.

But the collection system is difficult, Aine said, folding her arms.

That was the reason why we were all supposed to be hiding in dungeons together, because it would be noticeable if the guild members were wandering around in the meadow or forest. We are newcomers and our faces aren't known, but it's just a matter of when.

I see.

A lot of things are tough in the other world, I see.

Rising to the top with a single arm, or becoming a hero while defeating demons may only be a story in the story.

'Yes, that's right. Our recommended quest right now is this one.

Aine held out two sheets of parchment.

''Request No. 1, errand quest.''

'Please deliver a letter to the port city of Irgafa.

I have a letter from the 'Commoner's Guild' that I need to send to the guild in Irgafa in a hurry.

It is very important. Please do not open it.

Aptitude Level: 1 to 3

Remuneration: 600 arsha (including travel and food expenses. Half of the advance payment. Half the success fee)

Days: 4 days each way (Ilgafa may ask you to write a letter to the ”Common People's Guild” on your way back.

Due date: 12 days or less.

Request No. 2: The Quest to Take Down.

I'm in need of help to get rid of a large bat that has taken up residence in the ruins.

A large bat has taken up residence in the house of a wizard who died 120 years ago and is in trouble.

The mansion was searched long ago, and anything of note was taken away and left to rot. Recently, however, a hot spring has sprung up nearby, and a Metekal merchant is considering purchasing it. The merchant will take care of the cleaning and renovation of the building, and I don't mind damaging the building a bit, so please annihilate the big bats.

Aptitude level: 1 to 2.

Number of enemies (estimated): 8 to 12 large bats.

Reward: 340 arsha (or whatever else you find in the ruins, you can keep it for yourself. However, the search ended decades ago, and I don't think there's anything dull)

Due: 7 days or less.

Since most of the other guild members would be hiding in the dungeons, they were short on manpower.

So they said that it would be helpful if they could complete the urgent quests.

'My God, ......'

I can feel my voice quivering.

It's funny.

This must be a bad dream. I'm dying and dreaming about an impossible reality. I'm sure.

”...... You've got to be kidding me.

'Can't we get along on terms?　I asked for an urgent job first, but if that's the case, I'll need something else...

'It's impossible ...... to have such a choice of jobs. And the money up front?　Will you pay for my trip?　Bullshit: ......!

Is this real? Don't they usually pay for their own transportation?　Does it say they're going to pay you, but they're going to be pissed off if you actually claim it?　Why don't you come on foot?

Maybe ...... or maybe there is some loophole. It's four days to Ilgafa - but no one says it's on foot, or that it's four days with a great horse that rides a thousand miles in a day?　And the letters are not delivered by the deadline, and adventurers who fail to fulfill their jobs are charged huge penalties. ......

'Mr. Adventurer!　Um, ...... Nagi-san!　Are you okay?

Yes.

Aine put her hand on the table and looked at me intently.

'Excuse me. I couldn't believe that I'd get an advance or ...... transportation money. What's on here isn't a typo or a misprint, is it?

'You're supposed to put accurate information on the quest chart, right?　Mr. Nagi.

Aine-san checked my registration form and then said.

''That's the basics for a guild. Some quests can put your lives in danger, you know?　What kind of person in their right mind would lie about their compensation or job description?

...... Sorry. There was a weird switch that went off.

I'm proud of the 'Common People's Guild' that I inherited from my grandfather.

Aine murmured, reassuring me.

'It's my mission to make everyone feel safe and secure in their quests. That's what I'm working hard for. I'm still inexperienced, but I want to be able to help everyone!

Aine gulped down her tea, which looked thick to me.

Then she huffed and looked at me with a serious look on her face.

It was kind of dazzling.

I see, so there are people like this. It's amazing, a different world.

”...... Sorry for doubting you.

Totally. God.

Miss Aine has her hands on her hips, her lips pursed.

'Don't startle me. If you say anything weird, you'll get ............ sister in trouble. ......

...... sister?

A strange word came out from Aine, who looked a little dazed.

''Huh!''

Aine turned bright red and waved her arms around as if she had noticed the gaffe.

''I'm sorry!　That's, well, you know. Yes, that's right, the guild master is like everyone's big sister!

I see.

Aine, with her fluffy hair tied back and her apron on, certainly looks like a very receptive older sister.

Come to think of it, I didn't see anyone like this at my former world workplace: .......

It's a good thing that you're able to get the most out of your time with a new adventurer. ...... And Nagi-san looks a little ...... like someone you used to know... ...I'm sorry.

Aine, who has turned bright red, is glancing at you as if she is expecting something.

I'm not going to be the first to receive a quest, Nagi-san, so you can rely on ...... to help you out.　It's natural to be anxious, you know.

I must seem so unreliable.

Yes, you do. I knew it. Even with two slave girls, you are poorly equipped, and you refused to go undercover in the dungeon from the start.

Making it look like you can't do much is what I'm going for, though.

Wow, if you don't understand anything, you can ask me anything. Also, there are maps, records of demons, and other lore about this town that you can look up until you are satisfied.

Okay, I understand.

I received a parchment with quests written on it from Aine, who was closing in on me.

”I'll come back to the inn later and discuss which quest to take.

Yes, sir. Good luck. Oh, and .......

Also, can I get a quick word in on this?　I'd like to look up the geography of the quest destination and wizard lore.

I continue, interrupting Aine's words.

It's nice of you to be so kind to me, but ...... well, I don't want to get too far into it.

There's also Cecil's secrets and Rita's situation.

'I won't take it out, and I'll use it carefully, so let me look into it for a while. I'm not new to this area yet.

Oh, yes. And you know what, sir...

'Aine!　Come here for a minute!

I heard people coming from the first floor.