Volume 1 - CH 9

Chapter 9-Celebration and Gratitude

"It's kind of a big deal, isn't it?"(Marina)

"Yeah."(Yuki)

I couldn't tell them that the people making the noise were my former party.

I don't know what the hell they're doing.

Since I'm no longer there to deal with the problems in the open, I hope they'll pull up their weight a little.

But I don't care.

The Thunderpike is still making noise, but I leave it alone and turn to the three of them.

"So, what are we going to do tomorrow?　　Should we take a rest day?"(Yuki)

"Yes. I try to make two days off after we complete a request. Of course, I'll leave it to you, sir."(Silk)

"Silk, you're acting like a teacher again."(Yuki)

"Oh, ......."(Silk)

Silk blushed while  holding her mouth.

"You'll have to get used to it. We're going on vacation tomorrow and the day after."(Yuki)

"What about you, Yuki?(Marina)

"Well, I'm going to take a quick look around the market and replenish my  supplies, like magic scrolls and potion potions."(Yuki)

I'll also use the Blessed Ashes I picked up to make some holy water.

It's a useful item in many ways, that's for sure.

"You're an alchemist, aren't you? I'm a little jealous."(Rain)

Rain laughed softly.

I think he might be a little drunk.

In fact, alchemists are not really suitable for adventurers.

This is because most of their abilities are concentrated in the production of magical artifacts and medicines.

In addition, the initial investment in knowledge and tools is quite high.

It's an unfortunate job that requires a lot of time and effort.

In any case, most of its abilities depend on consumables, so it costs money.

Most alchemists work in stores or adventurer's guilds, not as adventurers.

However, there are some magical artifacts and scrolls that can only be used by an alchemist, so there are a few who will become adventurers if there are other useful jobs.

Like ...... me.

"The day after tomorrow is fine for hanging out.If the day after tomorrow is okay with you, I'll just hang around and see what I can find."(Yuki)

"No, you need to get some rest. That's what the doctor said."(Silk)

Silk held up a finger to warn me.

I think Silk should be the leader after all.

"Okay, okay, okay. I'll see you here in the morning in three days. If you have any business, give word to the "Dancing Duck Pavilion" on West Street. I'll be staying there."(Yuki)

"Will I see Yuki there?(Marina)

" Maybe, I don't know. What do you want?"(Yuki)

Marina shook her head.

Marina shook her head, "No. No, I just thought I'd ask yiu out if you're free."

(TL: I ship them)

"Marina, no matter how much I know you, you should be a little more careful with men, okay?　　What if I'm a bad guy?"(Yuki)

"Bad guys don't warn like this, okay?(Marina)

"......"(Yuki)

I was at a loss for words.

That's true, but I feel something different.

"Well, maybe when I get the chance. Besides, we can go on as many adventures together as we want."(Yuki)

"I see."(Marina)

(Marina's thoughts here I guess)

He seemed to agree with me, but it was a bit risky.

I'm not sure what to make of this.

(It ended)

"Hey, isn't that ...... Yuki?"(Marina)

When I looked up, I saw that the large screen in the tavern was showing the "Today's Hot Feeds".

The screen showed me in my red adventuring gear.

"It's really you!"(Marina)

Marina stood up halfway from her chair and stared at the screen.

On the screen, the Red Mage was conquering the Steel Crab Steel Crab solo, without even touching it.

The number of views displayed at the bottom of the screen was ......5000 over.

"What?"(Yuki)

I couldn't believe my eyes.

It's only been about half a day since the "delivery". It's a strange number.

"I'm not sure what to say. I'm sure you'll be happy to hear that.　　You can easily defeat the steel crab, which is said to be a newcomer killer in the ruins of the Paenthal mine, without even touching it. It's not easy for even a famous adventurer to do this. What do you think of this, Gato-san?"(Commentator A)

'No, no, I was surprised. It's refreshing to see that a red mage, which is said to be an unpopular profession, can fight like this. I've never heard of a party called "Clover" before.(Commentator Gato)

" I know most of the top rankers' parties, but I've never heard of it either. Maybe it will bring a new style to the game!"(Commentator A)

"Keep watching this was today's....featured delivery "(Commentator Gato)

The official personality of the Adventurer's Guild lightly summarized, and the screen showed the next image.

I sipped my malt ale, stunned. "The number of viewers exceeded 6,000 at the end. That's my teacher."(Silk)

"I was surprised, too. It's an easy place to stumble, and maybe the newbies were watching."(Yuki)

"But it's not bad. Yuki is just too good."(Marina)

It's true that if you want to imitate me, you'll have to have a certain amount of training.

In the event that you've got a lot of money, you'll be able to use it to get the most out of your money.

"Let's drink again."(Rain)

Rain pours some malt ale into my mug.

"Celebrating." (Rain)

"We've got so much to celebrate today!　　It's all thanks to you, isn't it?" (Marina)

"Oh, I'm so glad you said that."(Yuki)

Marina has a big smile on her face, and I smile too.

It's been a long time since I've felt this happy.

As I clinked my mug with Marina's, I thought of something else.

(......) If anything, it was thanks to Marina.

It was because of Marina's appearance at the reception counter that I am here now.

When I think about it, my gratitude grows.

As mentioned earlier in the delivery commentary, the Red Mage is not a very popular job.

There are only a few of them, the people around them don't understand them well, and their skills, such as strengthening and weakening, are often avoided because of their plain impression.

But Marina had invited me to this party simply because she was a friend of mine.

The three of them accepted me with two words.

"Thank you, guys."(Yuki)

The three of them rolled their eyes at the words that escaped my lips.

"What's wrong?　　Yuki. We're the ones who should be thanking you." (Marina)

"I'm not sure what to say.　　Are you okay?(Rain)

"If there's something on your mind, just let me know." (Silk)

Oh, they  were worried about me.

I couldn't help but chuckle, but I guess we'll have to talk about this another time.

Eventually, when the girls stop at some place......, I'm sure I'll tell them how I feel.

I'll tell them how I feel, and I'll be stronger to get through it with them.

I made a vow in my heart to do so, and drank my beer in one gulp.