“Pars Adventurer Guild, Guild Master’s Room”
We sent the maids, excluding Efil, back to the mansion first, and followed Mist. We went up from the underground to the first floor, and then to the second floor.
“Here you go.”
The room Mist showed us was the Guild Master’s room. The interior layout seemed unchanged. This was her private room, as she called it. Which means—
“I’m sure you have many questions, but please sit down first. I will explain things in order.”
Before I could voice my thoughts, I was invited to sit on the guest sofa, so I decided to take a seat for now. There was enough space on the sofa for everyone. However, Efil and Gerard stood behind me, without saying a word. Efil seemed every bit the maid, even outside! And Gerard, in situations like this, was quite knightly. Well, our preparations were complete.
“So, what did you want to talk about?”
“…Rio, the Guild Master of the Pars Adventurer Guild branch, submitted her resignation to the Adventurer Guild Headquarters the other day. She suddenly appeared at the headquarters’ reception and handed an envelope addressed to the Boss to the receptionist, then vanished.”
“Guild Master Rio…”
My mind raced with the implications. I didn’t know if she had made arrangements when Ange’s assassination plan became apparent, or if this was her intention from the start. However, now that Ange was our ally, it was impossible for her to remain in the guild as before. In that case, either we, who knew Riod’s true identity, or her own whereabouts, had to be eliminated, or she had to engage in an information war using her position. I had thought the latter would be the most troublesome when dealing with Riod, so I felt a little relieved. If she quit the guild, she would lose her qualification to use the transfer gate in Pars. Well, I would still keep an eye on it.
“As you’ve likely already guessed, I have come to succeed you as the Guild Master of the Pars Adventurer Guild branch.”
“So that’s how it is. But what about the Guild Master of Trisen…?”
“Trisen also has a new successor. She’s a promising individual named Suzu, so please don’t worry. If you have the chance to visit Trisen again, please stop by the guild. She would be happy to see you.”
“Yes, I will be sure to do so then.”
Mist is the new Guild Master. She seemed to have known Riod for a long time, so her feelings must be complicated, wouldn’t they? From what she said earlier, she probably doesn’t know why Riod disappeared either. In such circumstances, working in a new place, and moreover as Riod’s successor—
“It’s a sudden resignation and an abrupt personnel change. Normally, it would be a chaotic situation, but all the follow-up tasks and handover documents for the post-Demon King subjugation period, which require urgent attention, were perfectly compiled. So, things are progressing without a hitch. Despite her eccentricities and sudden actions, she hasn’t changed in these aspects… My apologies.”
Mist looked up at the ceiling, a faint smile on her face as if reminiscing about the past, but quickly regained her composure. Hmm, perhaps Mist was also often swept up by Riod’s whims in the past. Still, it seemed Riod had at least made some consideration for her successor.
“Um, Guild Master Mist, I find this difficult to say, but…”
Ange raised her hand timidly. That’s right. Ange also had to inform them of her intention to resign, just like Riod.
“You are Ange, aren’t you? I saw the documents Riod left behind. It seems you will be leaving the guild soon… It is both regrettable and sad to lose talented individuals like you, following Riod.”
“I am sorry.”
Hmm, has Ange already decided to resign?
“Whether Kelvin’s recruitment succeeds or fails, I no longer have any reason to stay in Pars. I believe the analyst must have made arrangements. It’s a good opportunity, so I’ll tag along.”
“Ah, I see. Understood.”
Hmm? Wait a minute, if I use this, can Ange resign from the guild without causing much fuss…?
“By the way, may I ask the reason for Ange-san’s resignation? It wasn’t stated, so I’m just curious.”
“Yes! That is because—”
“Ah, wait—”
Despite my frantic attempts to intervene, Ange, being quick-witted, quickly began her reply.
“I’m marrying Kelvin!”
This is a leap. Ange, this is a huge leap! Please proceed with some steps. But skipping the slave process was a good move.
“Oh, how wonderful! We must prepare a celebratory meal today! Oh, do you know? In Trisen, as a custom—”
Mist, with the biggest smile she’d shown all day, began to chatter away. Ah, this means the news will spread throughout the guild tomorrow… Yes, I should go home. Let’s just go home for today…
***
“Kelvin’s Mansion, Living Room”
Seizing an opportune moment in the conversation, I promised Mist we’d visit again tomorrow and, making sure not to be seen by other guild staff, I hurried back to the mansion. As soon as I got inside, I collapsed onto the couch in the living room.
“Huh? Kel-niini is already here. That’s unusual.”
“Are you tired?”
Without a moment’s delay, Rion and Shutra entered the living room.
“Yeah. I’m tired today, mentally…”
“You must be. Is the direct confrontation with Ange-nee’s fan club tomorrow?”
“Since Ange already declared it to Mist, I don’t think we can avoid it. I’m already dreading it.”
“Hmm… I think everyone knew who An-nee liked, though.”
“I don’t know if that’s true, but I have to go through the proper channels. We are Adventurer allies, after all.”
“Even close relationships require courtesy. Relationships, whether individual or national, are important.”
“Ah, yes. Exactly. I’ll do my best.”
I was admonished by Shutra. Since she’s the future Queen of Trisen, it must be correct. By the way, Ange herself has gone to her rented house to retrieve her belongings. She said she’d move things gradually, starting with necessities, so today it’s probably just clothes and daily necessities.
“By the way, Shutra, have you decided which skill to learn? You seemed to be pondering it quite a bit.”
“Yes, after consulting with Rion-chan, I finally decided! I’m planning to try it out at the underground training ground soon. Oh, right. I also needed to ask Efil-san something.”
“Efil-nee will surely make something cute for you.”
The underground training ground suggests practicing combat skills. I wonder what “something cute” she’ll ask Efil to make?
“What are you asking Efil to make?”
“It’s a secret!”
The two of them giggled charmingly, holding a finger to their lips. Quilto, paradise was here! Well, I’ll save the anticipation for later.
“Hmm. Then I also have a secret about what I’ll be making for my new creation.”
“Eh, Kel-niini is making something!?”
At the word “creation,” Rion’s eyes sparkled even brighter. Unfortunately, this time it’s not for Rion.
“I haven’t made anything despite acquiring good materials recently. I plan to make them all at once over the next week or so.”
Sera will also be helping, wearing her lab coat and fake glasses. Sera, who always gets into character, is probably searching her closet for those clothes in her private room right now. I’ll need to keep gathering information during this period as well.
“If you’re going to adjust your skills, please have something resembling a finished product within that week. Once I’m done manufacturing the arms and armor, we’ll be going on another trip.”
“Where are you going?”
Sensing Sera’s imminent arrival, I slowly sat up from the sofa. “Alright, let’s do this,” I said to myself, and then I replied,
“The Divine Emperor’s Kingdom Delamis.”
