The sight of the destination slowed the carriage slightly as it approached the Sadra mine settlement.

Apparently, residents of this settlement live on a central plain surrounded by mountains. It may have been a natural settlement while excavating mineral resources in the mountains.

The entrance seems to be fenced by logs like Sekamura, but the logs have not been renovated for a long time, and the surface of the logs is worn out.

There was no gatekeeper, and he went straight into the settlement. Compared to the town of Fathia and the village of Sekkat, houses and stalls are arranged in a narrow way. Though not as large as a village, it seemed to have enough supplies and facilities to support the lives of people living in the settlements.

For now, the monsters were overflowing and the settlement fell... what a relief. I wonder if there aren't many people around these days, but the people passing by are looking up at the carriage in a rare way.

"I heard from Lisa in advance that it was quite a lively settlement, but is it because of the monster that gushed into the mine? You must be a little lonely ~"

Celine continued looking around.

For now, did you go to the inn? According to Lisa, there's an inn with a tavern near the entrance, so you should be able to get information from the tavern's guests. It's called an iron ore pavilion..... "

"Ah, isn't that it?

At the tip of Delica's pointing finger, there was a building that was a little old and old. There is a conspicuous sign attached and it says "Iron Ore Pavilion" with a rough touch. Yeah, here it is.

"Yes, that's it. Then please ~"

Delica nodded and turned the carriage towards the iron ore pavilion.

Delica took the carriage and the remaining three entered the iron ore pavilion. The entrance to the shop is similar to our parents' home, and the reception and dining spaces at the inn seem to be together.

However, compared to my parents' house, the iron ore pavilion has a fairly large dining space, and it seems that there are many types of alcohol available. I'm sure there will be plenty of miners working in the settlement to drink. Whether the economy is bad now or the time zone is bad, the quiet birds are ringing.

"Oh, are you staying? If you're here to buy the ore, I'm afraid you won't be able to do it for a while. Well, you can stay today and go home tomorrow."

An aunt in her forties opens her mouth with her elbows against the counter. Apparently, she looks pretty stunned and looks like she was lying awake until a while ago.

"Yes, for now, I'd like four by tomorrow. What am I supposed to do with the carriage?

"There's a stables nearby, so... you can take this tag and give it to the man who lives in the house near the stables for rent. This is a separate charge, but I don't mind. And of course, there's a separate price for the meal."

The aunt handed Celine a wooden tag taken from under the counter.

"Two silver coins a night, one silver for the stables, nine silver for four."

"Yes, I don't need a change."

Celine gives her an aunt a gold coin.

"And then there's something I want to ask you...."

Oh no. What do you want to hear?

An aunt put a piece of gold under the counter and asked.

"I heard there was a monster in this mine. Could you tell me more?

"Ah, about two months ago, as usual, when the men in this settlement dug up the mine, they suddenly broke the wall. It was connected to the Stone Lizard's nest."

Phew. Stone Lizard. "

"So, it looks like it's not that big a nest, so the men are making a big fool out of themselves.... and until recently, I've been exterminating the Stone Lizard, but the wounded will come out forever, and I'm just about to lose out and finally ask the Adventurers Guild. I should have done it from the very beginning."

That said, the aunt took a deep breath.

"Oh, my God, it's been tough. I know about the mine, thank you.... and I need to ask you one more question, okay?

"Hmm? What?

"I caught three bandits on my way here, but don't you know anyone who might be able to report us to a nearby town instead of us? We'll decline the bounty, so just catch us for now. Ah, here's your ID."

That's how I showed my aunt the guild card that came out of my chest.

Oh, you're a C-class adventurer. That's unusual... a trio of bandits. What were they like?

"One was a bearded middle-aged man, and the other two were young men."

"I wonder if the Zam family had a castle in this nearby mountain. They used to work in this settlement. The men in the mines are just stupid."

The aunt sighed again. My aunt seems disappointed in the man in the mine. Well, I can't defend it from what I've heard so far.

"If that's the case, I'll have my husband report it to the nearest town early tomorrow morning. Are you sure you want a reward?

"Yeah, I'm fine. I'll give you a map of the place later."

"Yes. Is this the end of it? Can I show you to your room after you bring the carriage in?

"Yeah, I'll be right back."

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As soon as we got back to Delica, we dropped off the carriage and went back to the Iron Ore Pavilion, where she showed us to her room. This is a large room upstairs. There are four beds, followed by a wooden hanger rack and a square table. There's nothing else.

The windows were open, but the sky was completely dark, and the magic equipment of the lighting lit the surroundings slightly.

I sat in the bed in front of me for the time being. It's a modest bed to see, but it's better than the gymnastics mat stuff I used in the wilderness. It's a shame you don't have a bath, but it's impossible to go outside and build a bathhouse.

With that in mind, the bed rang. I saw Celine sitting next to me.

"Hey, Mark... I can't stand it anymore. That's enough... okay?

Celine leans against me and begs me with wet eyes.

I thought Celine was at her limit. You may as well devour your desires tonight.

"Fine. You've endured a lot so far. You don't have to put up with it anymore...."

When I say so with a gentle voice, Celine's eyes have a pleasant color. Then I snorted my throat and smiled faintly.