Chapter 107.1

Chapter 107.1

On the second day of the New Year, I strolled through the festive streets of Selen.

Once again, there were numerous stalls selling Golem dolls.New novel chapters are published at novelhall.com

While the Golem walls took on various forms, the dolls came in even more varieties, from oddly cute to resembling animals.

I casually stopped and gazed at the stalls.

Should I buy some for Quinns and the others?

Unlike Ted and his group, they seemed young for their age.

It must be because of the presence or absence of guardians; the environment truly shapes people as they say.

I randomly picked eight Golem dolls and had them packed into a bag.

If I choose two of each, even if preferences overlap, it should work out somehow. If there are any leftovers, Ill decorate them at home.

With the bag hanging from my belt, I started walking again.

As I reached the central intersection of Selen, a puppet show was being performed.

The play depicted the battle of the Four Heroes, the defense of Selen against the Alphas faction.

Not long after Alphas secluded himself, Selen was attacked by a force of two thousand led by Marquis Gotimas.

Their aim was to bring the gathering magicians under their control.

At that time, the outer Golems had not yet been deployed, and Alphas and his faction had not yet seized control of Selen.

Facing the besieging Gotimas army, Alphas tactic was terrifyingly simple.

They deployed one person in each direction.

Alphas, the hero Ragnas, the sage Telper, and the puppeteer Klukra.

All of them were formidable fighters, and Ragnas and the other two were later praised as Alphas allies in the future.

And with just four people, they annihilated the two thousand troops.

It was such a huge defeat that people said His Imperial Majesty turned to appeasement policies.

The puppet Ragnas swept away the Gotimas army with [Multiple Chants], Telper utilized numerous magical tools to bring about destruction, Klukra summoned a large number of Golems to trample, and then Alphas swiftly killed them with a giant fireball, eliciting thunderous cheers from the crowd gathered in the alleyway.

Passing by the Adventurers Guild with the excitement behind me, I could still hear cheers from there.

They werent performing a puppet show.

Curious, I entered through the door, only to find Rebecca absentmindedly inside the quiet room.

I approached the counter and greeted her.

Working from the start of the year, huh? Guild staff have it tough too.

Its unrelated to monsters. Isnt that right, Tenko-kun? Youre here for work?

Unfortunately, Im just passing by. By the way, it sounds unusually noisy outside

Turning my gaze to the back, Rebecca smiled unamusedly.

Its the usual. Zerett-san is involved again.

Ah the usual. So, whos the victim this time?

Its a guy named Hashou. Hes an adventurer who moved his base here about half a year ago.

Those guys.

They said they often received escort requests, but I hadnt met them.

Theyre troublesome people, but they mean no harm.

They seem to be providing entertainment for adventurers, which is healthier than causing trouble behind the scenes.

I declined Rebeccas offer and headed to the backyard.

Stepping out into the square, it was more bustling than ever.

The Adventurers surrounded by cheering were clashing with Zerett and Sekies.

The other Hashou members were only with Amber, as I couldnt spot Varner or Velott.

Tenko.

Got it. So, is Tenkos future set?

Whats with the strange question?

Just curious.

Haleyst looked down at me seriously.

With high combat power and sharp wit. Not to mention education. You have the potential to reach Rank B.

Surprising. Youve barely talked to me, yet you evaluate me that highly?

How many years do you think weve been doing that job? Youre exceptional, my friend.

While Haleysts evaluation was gratifying, it also made me feel guilty.

Im only an adventurer while Im in Selen.

Once I return to Reedvart, Ill be a knight who subdues monsters. I wont take any requests.

Perhaps because of that thought, the words that slipped out of my mouth were frivolous.

Even so, Im stuck at Rank B, right?

Because thats the limit when youre solo.

Without showing any signs of offense, Haleyst responded calmly.

Above B is a real monster. Its better not to think of them as the same as humans.

Oh, is that so?

For exampletheres a woman named Selpha in Rank A. Known as Compassionate Selpha, she reached Rank A all by herself. If I were to face her as an opponent, Id run. With all my might.

Haleyst stated it as if it were obvious.

I believe Selpha is an adventurer operating in the northern part of the Empire.

I thought she was part of the party called Compassion, but perhaps it was her nickname.

Anyway, its an interesting story.

Just as I was about to ask for more details, the square erupted with excitement, interrupting us.

It seems Barden was also defeated.

While looking down at Barden, who was lying face down, Sekies lowered his wooden sword with a sigh.

And as he tried to return to Ambers side, Zerett blocked his path.

Its Bardens revenge!

You lost just now! Are you still going at it!?

This is a new pattern. Their interruption caused an incomplete combustion.

Ignoring Sekies protest, Zerett swung his wooden hammer.

At that moment, his movement came to a sudden halt.

This is I can feel it. I feel it, the passionate gaze of my brother!

Oh no, Ive been found out.

Quickly hiding behind Haleysts back.

Barden also noticed me, and the two of them started looking for me.

Sorry to interrupt the conversation, but Ill take my leave.

You have it tough. I want to help. But please spare me from those two.

Then, see you in six months.

Yeah. Lets meet again, in a different role.

I activated [Stealth] and fled from the Guild.