Volume 1 - CH 20

Chapter 20-Drama and Refusal

(TL:By Rafael)

"......?"(Yuki)

My thoughts paused for a moment.

Then the question arose.

(What the hell is this guy talking about, ......?Go back? Me?)

"I've been talking to Barry. You want to go back to Thunderpike, don't you?"(Simon)

I don't know what the hell is going on with me.

Did the mind flare mess with my head in the labyrinth dungeon?

If I'd been kicked out for some reason, I wouldn't have a problem with it.

However, I parted company with Thunderpike of my own volition.

I gave up on the Thunderpike party and its members at my own discretion and left of my own accord.

One of the reasons was that I didn't like the rewards and the way they treated me. But that was not the main reason.

I had been feeling it for a long time.

I had always felt that even if I stayed with these guys, I would never be able to reach the Abyss Gate .......

It was this kind of resignation and conviction that made me decide to leave.

In other words, I have no regrets at all, in fact, I even feel refreshed.

Oh man, I can't believe they think  I want to  go back.

What an annoying suggestion this guy suddenly came up with.

However, I'm a good adult. I'm a grown man, and I shouldn't let my emotions get in the way of denial.

I put aside my past grudges and irritations, and respond in a reasonably calm manner.

"I'm sorry, but I have no intention of doing so."(Yuki)

"What?"(Simon)

What's with the surprised look on your face?

"I'm the party leader of Clover. I'm not going back to Thunderpike."(Yuki)

"What's with that attitude, ......?"(Simon)

......?

It's a very normal attitude to have.

It's a bad habit of yours to get hysterical when things don't go your way, Simon.

"It's your fault  things are going south in Thunder pike ,you left without permission.　Don't you feel bad?"(Simon)

"You said it wouldn't bother you."(Yuki)

"Don't you dare fry me like that! Do you even understand what I'm saying?"(Simon)

Don't hiss at me in the middle of a bar.

What if you're being used as a snack?

We both have parties to lead.

"In fact, we're annoyed. ...... These are the facts. You need to take responsibility for that. That's what you're supposed to do as an adventurer, or even as an adult, isn't it?"

I'm impressed by how pompous, selfish, and childish you sound in your lecture.

I'm sure you've got a squid leg stuck in your brain.

The sooner you get rid of the curse of mental pollution, the better.

"Simon, what kind of trouble are you in, exactly?"(Yuki)

"The request failed. It's because you're out."(Simon)

"Then you should get a new member. You've always called me useless. You always said that I was a burden, and when your baggage is lighter, your steps are lighter.

With a sigh, I glared at Simon.

I've noticed now that I don't do this very often, but it's surprisingly tiring on the eyes .......

"What are you talking about now, after neglecting me all this time? Do you think you'll be forgiven just because we're childhood friends?

"Y-......!"

Simon looked at me as if he hadn't been expecting it, and he looked at mr in horror.

Ever since I was a child, I've always looked up to him for everything.

Maybe he didn't expect me to argue with him now.

"I'm not going back to Thunderpike at all. End of story."(Yuki)

"You're being ripped off by those fledglings. They used you as a convenient... ......"

"You're the one who's been treating me like a handy chore*. See you later, Simon."

(TL: Something like giving orders and making him do all the menial task like bullies do)

I walked past Simon to the request counter where Marina and the others were waiting.

"'Don't get carried away, ......!　　You'll regret it!"

I left Simon with a red face and a discarded line, and left.

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"I'm sorry I kept you waiting."(Yuki)

"Who was that guy?"(Marina)

I'm not sure if it's because I'm a bit of an idiot.

"It's the leader of the party I was with."(Yuki)

The moment I answered that, Marina, still in her armor, gave me a dashing hug.

"Guh!"(Yuki)

Why do you always hug me when you are  wearing armor?

"Are you going back?"(Marina)

"Don't worry. Don't worry, I'm not going back."(Yuki)

"Are you sure about that?"(Marina)

"Of course."(Yuki)

I chuckled as I brushed the dust from the dungeon off the redhead.

Oh man, I'm not a good leader if I'm making my team members nervous like this.

I should have just ignored Simon.

"Did you get the report?"(Marina)

"Yes, sensei, it was done without delay. The reward has been confirmed and placed in the party vault."(Silk)

"Thank you."(Yuki)

Silk, who was still a little anxious, smiled at my words.

"Okay, then, let's go for a drink. Marina ...... is going to drink herself to death today, right?"(Silk)

"Yeah. Yeah, I'm going to have you crash today."(Marina)

"Oh, come on.(Yuki)

But I'm certainly in the mood for a drink today.

I've said what I've wanted to say for a long time. 

"It's all right. I'll cast a spell to sober you up. I'll cast a sobering spell."(Rain)

With a soft laugh, Rain handed me back my magic bag.

Laughing softly, Rain returns the magic bag to me.

I'm not sure if I am right, but I've got this feeling ...... that Rain  was magically listening in on our conversation earlier, wasn't she?

I've never had a problem with people listening to me, but it's not in my best taste.

"It's not a very good hobby. I'm here to bitch and moan, so let's get drunk."(Yuki)

"...... will do."(Rain)

She looks so young, but sometimes she looks like her sister.

This is why Rain is not to be underestimated.

"So let's have a good night."(Marina)

"Hey, Marina, don't push me."(Yuki)

Marina, who seems to have recovered, pushed my back in a good mood.