Volume 1 - CH 30

Volume 1

Chapter 30- Dream Home and Important Factors

(TL:By Rafael)

"It's been a while since I've had a meal here."(Marina)

Marina smiles brightly as she savored the meat at her favorite diner.

"Well, it's been a month."(Yuki)

After completing the request in Quarto, we had finally returned to Finis.

After two rounds of listening to us and checking the video feeds, it seems that the adventurer's guild in Quarto has decided to temporarily close the Ione Ruins Labyrinth.

I think it's an appropriate decision because, unlike in the past, now that we know that the Shadow Stalker appears, it has become a dangerous place for low rank adventurers to explore, and there is a need for continued investigation.

"Well, what should we do today? I'm sure you're tired from all the traveling, so I think I'll give you a couple of days to rest up."(Yuki)

"Well, ......, in that case, I think I'll go to the real estate agency now.I told them about my requirements before I left for Quaruto, so they should have already decided on a candidate. All we need to do now is have a look around."(Silk)

"That's good. I'd be happy to join you."(Yuki)

The three of them had been saving up to set up a party base, and now they were finally going to achieve the goal.

Even though I only joined halfway  through the project, it felt good to see my friends' dreams come true.

I'd like to see what kind of house they've chosen.

"Let's go, let's go!"(Marina)

Marina, who had eaten all the food, stood up with sauce on the edge of her mouth.

I wiped it off with a wet handkerchief and left the table too.

I can't help but feel like I'm looking at my sister when I see her childhish behaviour.

I can't help but feel like spoiling her.

As a full-fledged adult and an adventurer, I know I shouldn't treat her like this, but I'm going to .......

"Thank you. Yuk."(Marina)

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"The real estate agency I'm working with is Monday Real Estate on East Street."(Silk)

"Oh, that's a safe place. They're affiliated with the Adventurer's Guild."(Yuki)

"...... You know all that?"(Silk)

"The more knowledge a supporter has, the better, right?"(Yuki)

As an adventurer who takes trouble in the town as a request, it is important for a supporter to know the reputation of the big stores in the town.

Monday Real Estate is a relatively long-established real estate agency that deals with a wide range of properties in the city.

They also work with the Adventurer's Guild to provide bases, houses, and apartments for "stay-at-home" adventurers, so you can trust them.

The four of us walked together down the main street.

The three of them stood out a bit, partly because they were in an advertising commercial for Earthy.

Some of the people even stopped to look back at us.

Still, some of them were looking at me with a grudge.

(TL: We too are reading with a grudge)

I was prepared for this to happen if the three of them became famous, and I didn't mind because I had already given up.

"Oh, there you are, the members of 'Clover'. We've been waiting for you."

When I arrived at Monday Real Estate, an elderly man who was sweeping the street noticed me and gave me a sales smile.

I've met him once before for a job.

He was the chairman of Monday Real Estate ...... and his name was Monday.

"I've heard a lot about you. You're doing a good job. Well, I've picked up a few properties that meet your needs. Would you like to take a look at them right away?"(Monday)

"Yes, please."(Silk)

Nodding to Silk, Monday called out to the store.

It seems that the Chairman of the Board of Trade himself will be showing us the properties.

"We have three properties that meet your request. The first one is here: ......."(Monday

After a short walk, Monday pointed to a one-story house around a small street and continued his explanation.

"It's a newer wooden house. It has plenty of room and all the features you could want. The only thing that might need some work is the kitchen, but it has good access to the main road and there are gardens in front and behind the front door."(Monday)

We took a quick look around the house.

It is indeed spacious. There is storage space in the basement and the interior is quite clean.

But .......

"I think we should pass this one."(Yuki)

"Why though?"(Silk)

"Yeah. One-story houses are vulnerable to burglars and marauders, and it's hard to deal with prying eyes. A woman's household is vulnerable to such things, and I don't think it's suitable for you. If you're not careful, you might find it more uncomfortable than an inn."(Yuki)

"I'm sorry, I forgot about that. Now, shall we move on?"(Monday)

"Yes, that's right. Well, let's move on, shall we, Mr. Monday?"(Yuki)

Nodding, Munday led the way to a square, two-story stone building in a corner of the west district.

The surrounding area was lined with similar buildings, creating a unified cityscape.

"This is an apartment converted into a family residence. The first floor is the common space, and the second floor is for individual rooms."(Monday)

"This is pretty nice."(Rain)

"I like this one better than the last one."(Marina)

There's also a large basement warehouse and a rooftop.

It was originally used as an apartment, so the space is large enough and well built.

"I'll show you one more."(Monday)

We were  led to a place near the main street in the north district.

There are many restaurants and lodgings in the area, so it's a place I'm quite familiar with.

"What's wrong?"(Rain)

Rain pinched the hem of my clothes, her unhappy feelings inadvertently showing on her face.

As usual, how is it that you always manage to find me when I'm in the middle of something like this?

"There's a Thunderpike base around here. I thought it would be awkward if we ran into each other."(Yuki)

"Is that so?Well then, Mr. Monday ......, I'm fine with finalling this property."(Rain)

(TL: Savage Rain)

"I see,  So, did you find a property you like?"(Monday)

Monday asked as he quickly turned back to the street.

"I like the one we just saw."(Rain)

"Me, too."(Marina)

"I think I like that one, too."(Silk)

It's not too cramped for the three of them, and it's in the western part of the city, so it seems safe.

However, .......

"Are you sure?You don't need to look at this property."(Yuki)

"I don't want to be neighbors with those people, and even Sensei said it would be awkward if we met."(Silk)

"That's true, but..."(Yuki)

Marina clapped her hands at my words.

"Then we've decided on that house! So Let's move in!"(Marina)