Vol. 1 - Ch. 33 - Splitting Loot and Back to the Dorm

Allen was walking back to the dorm after being completely stripped (of information) by the professional interviewer. Next to him was his senpai, who had been so lively before, walking with sluggish steps while murmuring something.

"I'm tired... I just want to return to the dorm right away... But I also need to inform my family of today's event..."

"...I'm sorry, senpai. I intended to stay silent but when I saw the amicable creases under Satowa-san's eyes, I couldn't help but want to speak about the excellence of senpai... Wait, did he secretly use mind manipulation-type magic...?"

When everything was said and done, and as I was walking back after prattling about the admirable senpai's excellence and was immersed in the 'I have outdone myself!' feeling, I suddenly felt a sense of deja-vu similar to the time I had a mountain of rejection letters piled up.

"...I haven't heard a single word about such magic... You're not purposely mocking me, right?"

Senpai gave me a reproachful glare and then quietly made a sigh.

......So there really was no mind manipulation magic in this world, huh?

"Well, it has already passed, so there's no point agonizing over it. It's sure to make quite a buzz but... Whatever will be, will be."

Looking at the melancholic senpai, I said in as bright a tone as possible.Vissit novelbin(.)c.om for updates

"Didn't Satowa-san say he wouldn't prattle off about this to anyone but the president? And I don't think it's going to be that much of a rumor, right?"

As far as I could recall, all I said was how I coincidentally met senpai, went on a trip to collect materials with him, and decided to register as an explorer after being impressed by him.

"...If only that was the case. I said it yesterday as well, but you should learn to be more aware of your influence. You can look at the meaning of what he said from another angle, and it would mean he will at least explain it to the president. As they say, a secret's safe only when no one knows of it. It won't be long before the rumor spreads once it's divulged to someone... Anyway, I'm returning to my home from here, so take this."

Senapi said and came to a halt at the Magic Carpooling stop.

The air turned a bit awkward, though I believe there was no need to think too deeply about it. I bowed to the Senpai at a perfect 45-degree angle and spoke my words of gratitude.

"Riyad-senpai! This one day and one night I spent with you were incredibly fun! Thank you very much!"

Senpai quietly sighed once again and responded with a bright smile as if trying to brush off something.

"Ahaha. Your greeting 'bowing' is foul play. It really makes it hard to scold you properly for these things that all I can say is 'It is what it is'... It's also due to you that I have such a collection after a long time. Can I intrude in your morning training from tomorrow onwards?"

"Of course!"

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The materials were sold for 5000 rea. It should be around 500,000 yen if I were to convert it. The breakdown was:

-The horned rabbit's fur sold for 2500 rea,

-Poporu mushroom, the glowing mushroom that senpai had discovered, went for 1500 rea, and

To be able to recognize the hind leg after it was turned into 'meat', I guess she must have had experience in hunting. I felt my interest piqued by her.

"I knew I was right about you, Allen. There's no way you'll be messing with women. But you know, I was really worried about you when I heard Kate saying you, who carries the top score in the Royal Academy's practical exam, will surely be cajoled by an older girl and sucked dry until not even your bones are left behind if you tried to visit the red-light district. It would have been a matter of time before you were hailed as the 'favorite child of the red-light district'."

Fey said, loosening her grip on my wrist.

"Indeed so. Kate-san declared 'The heads of boys of this age are only filled with such perverted thoughts. Once they get a taste of an older woman's technique, they would find it hard to escape from the pleasure swamp. It wasn't strange that you'd get carried away with your boundless stamina and by the time you come to your senses, the morning sun would be streaming through the window, accompanied by the chirping of birds.'

I couldn't help but be worried about Allen-san's V-card... So I thought of waiting here to hear the details."

Jue added while chuckling to herself. Were you that kind of character? And could you please stop making fun of my V-card? It poked right where it hurts for a 36-year-old virgin!

I glared at the purple-haired Kate who had a class president-like vibe and glasses on.

"Ahem. Well, Stella is a member of the Achilies family known for their daring nature. So it's not surprising she has experience in hunting. Though, I guess that's an unnecessary explanation for you who already know that, right?"

Kate averted her eyes and changed the topic.

Achilies family, huh?... They were once a tribe of commoner hunters dwelling in the Dahley mountain range located in the northern region of the kingdom, where monsters were said to be more rampant in the past.

It was one of the viscount families worth a dime a dozen in the kingdom, but the Achilies family was quite famous for their daring nature.

"Ah, Dahley Dwellers. It makes sense then."

"...Only an eccentric person like you would know of that bygone name. How the hell are you so detailed?"

"Hmm? I was interested, so of course I would know."

When I replied with a straight gaze to Stella, her face suddenly turned red as she looked flustered.

"W-W-W-What do you exactly mean by this!?"

" "Kyaa! So aggressive!!" "

Jue and Kate hugged each other as they let out an excited squeal.

"Allen... Don't think I'll ignore you seducing other girls right in front of me..."

Fey's loose grip on my hand once again tightened with such intensity I would have wondered if she was trying to break my bones.

What the hell was with this situation?......

T/N - Yikes, the dark night after the full moon is here. That said, at least this novel wasn’t tagged romance/harem by the author (which are more trustable and hardly I have seen the author taking double-takes on it) so there’s this solace.

EN - God, I really hope there's no romance. They feel more like cats playing with their prey (Allen) rather than love interests though.