Side Story 37: Job Counseling.

Side Story 37: Job Counseling.

Sensei? Kyouya raised an eyebrow, looking at me with a bewildered look.

Yes?

Career counseling? Really? Tatsuya looked unimpressed. If youve forgotten, we already had one of them. Why would you want to talk to us about our careers? I mean, arent we stuck in this world where our only possible job is to be adventurers?

I tilted my head. Boys, I also mentioned Job counseling, as in, your System Job. Fighter. Spearmen. And so on. Hey, I am not the gaming addict here, Tatsuya.

Point taken. Tatsuya shrugged and sighed. Haaa, question, Sensei. Im starting to remember how all of this happened and how Kronnaz persuaded us into this. I thought this was to test us. To help us find an answer to her question. Are you even allowed to help us?

[Divine Quest: Pass Belzacs Trials and Training] was technically my Divine Quest, but they were also given to my students. It was there for us to unlock our Unique Job slots. While my trial was there for Belzac to see my current control of my shadows, the boys trials were about them finding a conviction to fuel their training.

For example, I wanted to surpass Belzac at his peak so I could become so powerful my friends and I wouldnt have to worry about anything anymore. This was my way to take care of my family and friends. However, according to Kronnaz, the boys had recently lost some of their motivation.

I thought it was weird, since they kept fighting after our unfortunate fight with those wrath demonkins, but my assessment was wrong. After watching their dreams, they seemed more conflicted than I thought. They hid their insecurities after that battle, and somebody had to help them overcome that. Kronnaz thought they could do it themselves, but after three weeks, I knew I had to intervene.

Did something happen in the three weeks weve been out?

I shook my head at the boys concerns. Belzac is forbidding us from entering the subspace until my training is over. Vivachel told me he was afraid I would run away, hehe. As such, I do not know if something happened to Hestia or the others, but I trust they are alright.

So?

So I came here to help because you two have been taking too long. Even Hanazawa has found her goal to further her training.

Do you mind if we ask what it is? Kyouya wondered.

Quote, To kick the fucking ass of that piece of shit pope who thought he could use me like a damn political pawn. I listened to her talks with Ilsaphone, and, well, I think she is starting to like her new powers after she learned what she could do with it.

Hanazawa was a known graffiti artist back on Earth, and the moment she learned she could use her unique skill and divine blessing to turn her talent into a combat style, she instantly jumped onto the opportunity. To Ilsaphones chagrin, nevertheless.

Instead of listening to her and how her blessing could help people, Hanazawa thought she could use her power to quote, Kick the church down and get revenge for all the damn saint classes I had to take!!! It was pretty petty, but it was Hanazawa. After getting a glimpse of her past by, ahem, eavesdropping on what she spoke with Ilsaphone, Ive been able to understand her situation.

It brought a light to what I learned from her parents. Lies, you could say, but at the same time hearsay. Hanazawas childhood was troubled because of her unfeeling and unsympathetic parents. Her parents told me they tried their best to educate and discipline her, but every attempt didnt matter as she kept rebelling against them. Now that I thought about it, they acted pretty well whenever we spoke or maybe they didnt know how to adequately convey their feelings to Hanazawa because of their jobs.

Regardless of the truth in this matter, I was just glad the girl was trying to find a reason to stay motivated. As much as I couldnt tolerate her tardiness and laziness when I was still her teacher, it was bygones at this point.

In addition, I have been taking up training from Belzac ever since I left my dream bubble, I continued.

Wait, have you gotten your unique Job already, Sensei?! Tatsuya jumped onto his feet, surprise on his face.

Calm down. I gestured to him to sit back down. I fulfilled my divine Quest and unlocked the slot, but I have not gotten one yet. However, that is not important, what is important is why I altered your dreams and intervened. Why I am here is because of you two.

They kept silent. Both frowned and even began to grimace, probably reflecting on everything that had happened, or, what they missed out on in the three weeks theyve been stuck here. The trial wasnt to break out of this dream, it was to find a reason to continue fighting. Kronnaz was patient, which I guess was a trait of a good god, so she didnt care for the when. It was the if she cared for the most.

As the leader of this group, I have a responsibility to take care of you. And, unlike Hestias and Grimnirs group, we are here purely on a training trip. I need to fully embrace my fenrir bloodline, while Hanazawa has to become worthy to wear the mantle of Ilsaphones saintess. Which brings us to you, two.

Tatsuya clenched his hands into fists while he shut his eyes. Tension was on his face.

Uhm. On the other hand, Kyouya spoke up, but he nonetheless was equally as tense. Then, what will you be talking with us about? You said you saw our dreams, right?

I apologize. I bowed slightly. Necessary or not, I intruded into their memories without their permission.

No, no, its alright, Sensei. Not like we left you with any choice I know what Ive been doing is pathetic. My unique skill was the only thing keeping me valuable as a party member by being able to defend everybody but now, Im just a normal person trying to fight giant monsters and demonkins strong enough to threaten you, Tasianna, and even Ellaine.

Have you spoken with Ellaine, yet? The problem you have was the same one Ellaine had which influenced her to accept KleaHatma as her partner, I explained, still feeling slightly irritated by that fact. KleaHatma has been useful for us, but we didnt need her.

I had heard something like that, but not the real details. Kyouya shrank his body up a bit, looking even more defeated.

That is why allow me to speak what I would have told Ellaine if I were there when she accepted that demoness. Comparing yourself to others will motivate you, but do it too often and it would only cripple your mindset. Personal growth and evolution can only happen if you accept your own flaws and build upon them, instead of denying them altogether. My mind wandered to Ellaines face and all the sweat and blood she had to shed ever since she became a demon contractor. However, if you must use borrowed power, do not let it consume you. Grasp it, pound it down, and never, ever let it rule you. Make that power your own, no matter what.

It feels like you were talking to Ellaine right there, Sensei, Tatsuya commented casually, but I felt he wasnt taking my words seriously.

I wasnt. Tell me, how much has Kronnaz told you? Has she told you exactly why she was so interested in the both of you, to the point she was willing to help you train? Both shook their heads, so I let out an internal sigh. She is helping you two because she wants you to leave Peolynca.

Both boys raised an eyebrow, looking like they werent hearing correctly, so I elaborated on it. Unlike Ilsaphone, who wants Hanazawas help for, or Vivachel, who acts like everything is a playtoy, Kronnaz dislikes otherworlders. While she can tolerate Hestia, she considers me and our entire class to be unwanted guests.

You? Sensei, you died, how are you at fault here?

Because, as she explained it, I died when you were transported to this world. My soul, instead of being reborn normally, was transported here and found a new body. In this case, my soul became part of a new fetus. I turned to Mother who was looming over me. I became a warg out of luck. I wasnt meant for this body, you could say.

Hearing it from Kronnaz and then reinforced by Ilsaphone was shocking to hear. Hestia was planning to become a dragon, but I was born as a warg through sheer luck. However

It is something I cannot change anymore. I have to live my life now. As a Peolyncian, I cannot exactly leave, hehe. I giggled at how Kronnaz sighed when I brought that fact up to her. However, she is currently planning to train you, make you strong enough to survive our future fights, because she wants you and the rest of your classmates to leave this world.

So were tools? Kyouya deduced the meaning of my words. Tsk, nothing has changed then. First used by the church, which I dont even know why, and now used by a god just so she can kick us out, instead of doing it herself. And how exactly does she plan on doing that? She saw us fight against her! Even with Ellaine, we stood no chance.

We talked big about how Ellaine shouldnt give up about how she shouldnt regret her actions, only to eat dirt not once, but twice. Tatsuya grabbed his head where VifiYok kicked him, massaging it as he continued. I havent been able to say this, but thank you, Sensei. You saved my life. If you hadnt wrapped me in your shadow armor, I would have died, right?

I didnt say or do anything. I felt uncomfortable thinking of that shocking moment. To make sure my students will make it out of Peolynca alive, I promised myself to become stronger. At least, this should be my graduation gift for them.

And after I lost my unique skill, I dont know how to go forward. I dont know how to handle this blasted druidification thing. I should drink the blood of strong monsters to gain more transformations? How can I be sure Belzac isnt tricking me? Am I gonna lose myself? Tatsuya grimaced, looking like he was about to cry. All I know is to trash talk. Im useless. Dead weight. I couldnt help my parents when they were in pain, I couldnt get over my damn coffee addiction to train despite knowing the reality I was in, and now, I dont know how to get strong enough to fight with Aurora! I dont know the path ahead!

It feels like were just foot soldiers, compared to you, Sensei. Kyouya admitted. That one-year training at the church helped us become strong enough to take care of common bandits and C rank monsters. Were above average, compared to the normal Peolyncian. However, if we want to fight demonkins and princes of sins, we need to be more than just grunts. Even with Yorshkas instructions

I clapped my hands, interrupting Kyouya before he continued on his rant. His and Tatsuyas attention was back to me.

And that is why I am here. I looked at them straight into the eyes before I spoke my next words. If you need a push, then I am here to help you two take the next step. If you need power, then allow me to give you that chance.

The boys looked at each other, utterly confused at what I was talking about.

Are you talking about training? Tatsuya brought it up but I just shook my hand.

Not quite. Remember what I said before? About how if you need borrowed power to continue forward, you should do your best to make it your own? Both of them nodded. Hestias [Idol], Ellaines [OklLuthiers Power], and Hanazawas [Twilight Paladin]. In a way, you could argue Tasianna buying her [Ice Magic] from the SP shop and me getting [Stygian Voltage] from my evolution are also undeserved powers. We gained them not through effort alone, but also luck while two unique skills came from the gods. My point is, if life gives you lemons, use it to make the best lemonades in the world.

[The power of the shadow pack.] Mother suddenly spoke out, causing both of the boys to start understanding what I meant.

Sensei, are you meaning to ask us to become part of your shadow beasts?! Kyouya's jaw dropped.

[Shadow Pack] allows me to make everything my shadow beasts. as long as they are sentient and eligible. Not only monsters or onnikais, but also humanoids. Humans count. However! I raised a finger. Anything who becomes part of my shadow pack will become a monster, which means you can also evolve. I am offering you this option, but think this through. I do not know how my skill will affect you, and neither does Belzac or the gods.

There was also this title:

Pack Leader

A title given to the designated Alpha of a group of beasts or beastmen. While fighting with the Alpha, the pack members Strength and Intelligence will gain 5% of the Alphas current Strength and Intelligence. The Alpha will unconditionally gain 25% of all received experience from its pack members. A list of members can be seen with this title

5% of my Strength was huge. It helped my garms and virigresses when they fought with me, so what would happen if humans were to get 5% of a B rank fenrirs power?The roots of this story extend from novell bìn origin.

Whether Tatsuya or Kyouya remembered that fact about my title or if they were just overwhelmed by my offer, they couldnt help but gulp. However, this offer was something I planned before I learned how troubled they were. Before any of them could answer, I had to stop them.

However, do not forget, this is a counseling session. Before the two of you choose anything, we need to talk. I then looked directly into Tatsuyas eyes before looking over at Kyouyas. You need to be honest with yourself. Speak your mind about what happened. And you, Tatsuya-kun, listen to him.

S-Sensei?! Kyouya flinched while Tatsuya looked at him quizzically. Kyouya probably understood what I meant, seeing as he knew I saw his memories. I-I dont want to bring something that old back up, again.

This is not only for you, Kyouya-kun, but also for Tatsuya-kun. Your inner dilemma and your inability to choose what you want to do is currently trapped inside your guilty consciousness, creating a martyr complex where you want to be relied on. To be useful for others and to stand up for them.

Kyouya? Tatsuya seemed affected by my words. Considering he has been friends with Kyouya since childhood, it would be obvious to him. What have you been dreaming about?

Kyouya! Tatsuya stood up.

Tatsuya-kun, you shouting will not help him! Sit down!

Uek! Kuk Tatsuya grit his teeth, dropping down on the couch while leaning his head back. To create an environment where teenagers could talk properly, it was necessary to eliminate any chance for possible judgement.

At least, thats what I remember from that psychology lecture.

Kyouya-kun, I know you probably would rather not tell this to Tatsuya-kun, of all people, but you two are friends. You should not keep so many secrets from each other. It will make you feel better by getting this off your chest.

Be diplomatic and give them a chance to either go forward or backwards. It was necessary to encourage them and show them what would happen if they were being truthful. Never admonish them.

Kyouya gripped his fists together before turning to Tatsuya, cowering before him, looking smaller than his build would suggest. I Tatsuya, Im sorry.

I know! I know that. Im not saying that I want to be a hero, but when it comes to helping my friends, I want to be their hero. When you need me, Sensei, I want to be there fighting by your side. And, to do so, I need to learn from you. That is why, until I return to Peolynca, I want to become a part of your pack! I want to hunt and fight with the future strongest fenrir to become the strongest adventurer!

Hehehe, but would that not mean you will become stronger than even Hestia and me?

Thats the point, Sensei!

Oh, and now you sound like Hestia. Honestly, choose one person and take them as your role model, Kyouya-kun. Flip-flopping around is not good. I smiled. I will talk with the gods about it. Tatsuya, what about you? WIll you become a part of my pack, too?

I want to be able to control this druidification of mine. If that is my only valuable skill now that [Rush Hour] is gone, then I better train it up. In any case, Sensei, you probably want to meet the remaining 15 of the class, right? Ill get stronger, so, please, let me be a member of your pack, too!

And my smile widened even further as the world around started to become fuzzy. Tatsuya and Kyouya started to fade, probably from the fact they finally found a reason to keep on training. In addition to that, I have also found two more pack members to welcome. Only Hanazawa was left.

See you later, Sensei!

Thank!

I waved at the boys as they disappeared in front of me and the world shattered into pieces, returning everything back to nothingness. The only people left in this place were my Mother and me.

[They are quite interesting, just like your garms, Saori.] Mother spoke reservedly.

Hahaha, they are a bit too colorful, no? But, I came to like them over the years because they are so interesting. Haaa, although sometimes I wished I had normal students.

Still, my memories of our time in Shiroko High School were a valuable experience for me. I was quite fond of them, and Tatsuya was right, I wanted to help them. And the first thing for that goal was to train myself, also.

However, before that

Let us go find your body, Mother.

[Mhmm. Thank you, my pup.]

It was time to revive my dearest Mother.

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