Novel Boss
Chapter 8
Cant find one!
I havent really realized that the grasslands were this wide thats quite a problem
We still havent escaped the grasslands. Though the sun has already risen and fallen twice, seems like were having a pinch. Now then, what should we do about this? Because all we did was walk, we are having too much time to spare. Arena is also starting to doze off from my arm. Ah, she fell.
Cant help it, I should have just done this from the beginning. Oh well
Then I activated fairy magic to sense magical powers, the image is spreading a thin film of magic, then any magic power that gets inside the field will be detected.
yosh, found one, Arena, we finally be able to go to a settlement today, keep at it just a little bit more okay?
Hai!
Then I started running for a bit, the mass of magical power I detected is now within my range of sense. For the time being, lets look for a good spot to see whats happening.
Oh, Theres people
Really?
Arenas usual tension returned all at once. Its the first time for us meeting with a person from a different race. The tension is starting to go up.
Oh wait, It seems like its under attack
The first human I discovered was being chased by demons, the distance is around a hundred meters away. He was riding something like a wagon, probably a merchant? He seems to be a young man. The Demons chasing Six Bear Wolves. Their size is as big as a bear, so its quite intimidating. That person will definitely turn into their breakfast if this goes on.
I just cant stay watching that, lets help, then we ask for some information after
Un!
I dropped down my hood to cover my face and ran. It is a distance that I can reach in just a few leaps if its only around a hundred meters. I intercepted between the wagon and the bear wolves.[TL: Bear Wolf somehow reminds me Beowulf and Beowulf on the spoof movie was gay]
To me who suddenly appeared, the young man called out with a loud voice.
Eh!? Just when did!!? an adventurer!!
No, Im different, but I will be helping
Eh, ah, thanks for the help!
I then cast four attribute magic towards the Bear Wolves.
Wind blowing through, become a spear and pierce through my enemies!!
Six wind spears were created and moved at high speeds. The spears dont fly straight as it approaches its targets and then pierces their target close to their eyebrows. Only the last one from the back managed to avoid the spear and came rushing in. Its body is slightly larger from the other Bear wolves, and its fangs are also longer. Is that probably their leader?
Nameless (12)Lv.25
Race: Bearwolf Leader
HP 245/245
MP 53/53
AK 128
DF 110
MAK 35
MDF 41
INT 13
SPD 220
Skill: Swift Movement (D +), Beast Combat (C-)
I see, is it because of that skill? It seems like it was a demon focused on speed, but then again sorry. Try to dodge if it you can. [TL:Omae wa mou shindeiru]
Gyan!!
While raising a scream of doubt thinking that it should have dodge the wind spear but then it was found lodged at the back of its head, and that also ended its life. There was really nothing to it. I can just freely change the trajectory of the Wind Spear. [TL: Dont think, feel]
Everythings fine now
I called out to the young man riding the wagon. At first the man looks scared, but after noticing the corpses of the Bear Wolves behind me, he slowly breaks out into a smile.
Amazing! Knocking them all down even though youre alone! Is really true that you are not an adventurer?
Whats an adventurer?
Eh!?
Well you see, I just came out of the mountains, so it would really be helpful if you can teach me about those things and many more
After a moment the man shows a relaxed face took out his hand to offer a handshake.
Alright, If its information that you would like, I dont mind, Im a merchant by the way. The names Pad. Then again thank you for the help. By the way, why are you hiding your face?
Un, please treat me well, Im hiding my face so that I wont particularly stand out, I would really appreciate it if you dont delve deeper into it.
Alright, Understood.
I took his offer and shook his hand. I will also be able to learn a lot of things so thats good. This is probably alright for a first meeting. [TL: BTW remember this is YURI so I will just remember this man as merchant A]
While travelling on the wagon, I been receiving information that he knows.
Adventurers by the are mainly people who subjugate monsters or explore dungeons, sometimes they also do jobs like escorting merchants escorting merchants, mercenary works and other miscellaneous jobs, most that couldnt find a job ends up as adventurers.
It sure seems like a dangerous, job on the other hand. Are you a merchant? Though you look young can you really become one?
Thats how it is, Even adventurer can become one you know. Because merchants are being guarded by the guild, even young people like are just doing fine.
Pad lets out a wry smile, and moved his hands over the cargo behind us and raised the cloth covering it a little. Several boxes are piled up inside.
These are?
Vegetables, they came from the neighboring villages.
When I opened one of the boxes, there are vegetables that I didnt know and some that I have already known and are separated by color. I see, so these are merchandise. Even demons would like to target such foodstuff.
Then again, why didnt you hire any adventurers? Didnt you think of the probability of being attacked by demons or thieves?
Uuu
At first Pad was quiet, but then started talking about the situation. Iya, Do I really have to listen to the situation? Maybe I should just leave it as is. Ill still listen to it.
Originally I hire adventurers regularly, and the vegetables also sells quite well. We even have enough money to hire adventurers with good parties. But recently it seems that most adventurer parties were being sent to a different request. Its getting quite empty here
If that is so, How about other merchants?
Ah It seems that everyone cant get out of town. The Guild Master is still trying to negotiate with the feudal lord, but still hasnt received a good reply Because Im dealing with raw ingredients, I need to visit the villages that I have contracted otherwise I wont be able to feed my family
I see, I was thinking of letting him guide me in the town, but there seems to be some dangerous air hanging over it maybe I should look it up when I arrive. That only as far as Pad have deduced. Well it doesnt really matter that much to outsiders like myself right?
It seems that things are a little harsh, but then returning to the main topic. Lets talk about negotiations
Of course, Youre a benefactor of mine, as long as its not about money, I can probably deal with it.
Because I gave you the Bear Wolves materials earlier, can you pretend that you havent met me?
Hai?
Hes making a face that says what the hell this girl is thinking. Is there any reason for it?
I will move away, but that is until I escort you close to the town. You can say that Im just a traveler who happened to walk close by and youre a merchant who just happened to receive monsters that were hunted by someone from somewhere and want to sell it. I dont have anything that will prove my identity and it would really be troubling if get delayed being questioned by guards if you with me right?
This is also for me. I forged my status and normally they cant see Arena, but we cant be sure there wont be anyone who will be able to see. Once doubted, it will probably last forever. The possibility of being dragged also increases. It is in my opinion that we should reduce the risks as much as possible.
What about Arena.
Boring!!
It was cut down in a single word. But you know Arena, isnt safety important?
Important? Then its fine!!
Whats wrong, did say something?
Ah, sorry, I was spacing out, so how is it, about that?
Its a request from my benefactor, I cant really refuse it, I also got the Bear Wolves. Its just that Im a little sad about it. I would really want to give you hospitality along my family at my house.
Hospitality Human world cuisine!!
Additional Request!!
Nn?
Even though I said to go separate ways before entering the town, I didnt really mention about not meeting anymore. So I would really be pleased to take that offer of hospitality.
With those words, Pad gave the familiar smiling face. When I extended my hands this time, he took it and shakes it vigorously.
Right, and one more think I would like to ask.
What is it?
Are there any other races in this town were heading?
Hmm, ah, of course, of course. Most of them were treated as slaves though
Eh? Why?
No way, no way, is this world something like that? Slavery seems to be something that exists here? Uwaah I wonder if the culture is something like that
Why did you become depressed?
Ah, no its just something of a culture shock a little. Well, Ill just confirm it myself at a later time.
As I said that, I jumped off the wagon.
But still slaves huh I have also read such novels. But well
Whats wrong?
Ah, no, its nothing. Anyway, The Town, Im looking forward to it.
Un!
After several hours
I can finally see it! Impressive
Oh~so~Huge!!
In front of us is a tall gate and a massive wall that seems to surround the town. Before that, we saw people entering the town under the gate where soldiers are inspecting. It seems that our turn will be coming soon.
Okay, Next, Please show your Identification Card.
When my turn came, a soldier came to me. He exactly have the looks of a dutiful guard.
I have come from a mountain village and was planning to have my Identification issued here from today
Well, that is quite rare, then you need to have a deposit, but do you have any money? Its three silver coins.
Hai, This
That sure looks quite old, Well thats good
The money was something given by Testania-san after we left Fairy Town, It seems that it was something left behind by the predecessor Queen who had been on trips. It was totally left aside because there isnt really anyone that uses money. I cant just use this indiscriminately because there isnt really that much, not until I get some income myself.
I wont ask you where you will get an Identification, but you can return and get back the silver coins once you show an issued identification
Thank you, I will definitely return
Your welcome, and Welcome to Havel
The first city Arrived!!
Whats the name of this vegetable?
Its called Boltoco, This country is a production area but you didnt know? It chewy and really tasty
hou How bout this one?
Ro Toro is it. Its bitter and is used for making some bitter accent in food
And this one?
Its the fruit of Ribble, although small, I accidentally burned my throat when mixed it up up with some other things.
So Otherworldly