Chapter 14: (2)

Chapter 14: (2)

A few days later, Tanaka was relaxing in the tavern, having a cup of milk to cheer himself up before work. It was then that Homura, with whom he had exchanged words once, appeared. From what he could tell from her appearance, she seemed to be about to depart the town.

Old man, thank you very much for having us here.

Yeah, well, take care of yourself.

Homura and the tavern old man briefly bid farewell to each other. After that, Homuras gaze met with Tanakas, who had already switched to serious mode.

Youre leaving, huh

Tanaka suddenly spoke up, as he stared at the cup of milk in his hand, in a solemn mood.

Yes, this incident made me realize how powerless I actually am. Im going to return to my root and retrain myself.

Although she said that she realized how powerless she was, she had quite a refreshed expression, as though shed had a breakthrough over something, on her face in contrast. They might be together only for a short amount of time, but shed still lost her comrades. She ought to be brooding over her own powerlessness in her own way. However, Homura was about to set out on a new journey, having sorted out her mind in her own way. Sensing that, Tanaka honestly rooted for her.

I see. Im sure you can still get stronger.

Thank you. I look forward to the day where I can work side by side with you.

Yeah, I look forward to the day we can fight together.

Homura walked out of the tavern with a strong gait. After seeing her off, Tanaka emptied his cup of milk. After appeasing his thirst, he murmured.

Phew, shes fallen for me, huh.

Nah, just which part of it that led you to such a conclusion? Rather, I bet she doesnt even know that youre E-ranked, right?

Apparently, he was willing not to tell Jody about it. However, he also seemed to be serious about inviting Tanaka to visit north together with him.

Hmm, well, fine. Its not like I have any plans, anyway.

As far as Tanaka was concerned, it didnt really matter quite as much. Well, he did have gotten along quite well with Echigoya, and there was also the matter of glossing over his magic experiment. Thats why, Tanaka decided to agree to tag along with him to the north.

Thats the way, my man. Then please hurry up with your preparations. Hahaha, I feel like its going to be a really fun trip.

Echigoya said so happily, got up and then headed out of the room to do his own preparations. Tanaka followed suit and left the room as well.

Year 5964 of creation calendar, Winter, Tanaka headed carefreely to the northern border area of the Western Region, an area which intersected with the world of monsters.

Name: Tanaka

Level: 21 Experience: 11/2100 Guild Rank: E

Vitality: 3.5e13/3.5e13 Magical energy: 4.5e13/4.5e13

Strength: 3.5e12 Dexterity: 3.4e12 Agility: 3.4e12

Intelligence: 4.5e12 Spirit: 4.5e12

Skills: Sword (2.33) Magic (1.40) Believed One (1.44) Dragon Slayer (0.51)

Equipment: Sword, Thick clothes

Money: 4161,000G