When the battle ended in victory and the residents of the city returned from their alienation, a celebratory victory was to be held to celebrate their victory in the battle ahead. The great hall of the castle, which is usually only open to nobility, is crowded with many people, invited by those who made contributions, regardless of their status. A number of tables were arranged so overflowing with dishes and liquor prepared for the day that they satisfied the tongues of various people.

The majority of the participants are adventurers and soldiers, and the figure of nobility is small enough to count. So the dance party that usually runs was omitted, and the format of the banquet was taken so that the civilians could enjoy it. His figure is not there now, although a high altar is equipped with a splendid chair sitting on the back of the lord who is the lord of this castle and the organizer of the celebration.

Because the Lord, who should be strict, is busy single-handedly speaking to every participant in the cup. The adventurers and soldiers, who were initially hardened by tension after being spoken to by people on the clouds who usually never see themselves, also gradually broke down with the help of alcohol, and now smile and bicker. I think it's a good thing. It would make sense to have hosted this meeting just because literally all the comrades who fought for their lives could be close to each other, regardless of their identity.

In the meantime, my surroundings were in trouble. There are many people first. Probably more crowded by people than lords. Too many people to remember very well, but it's only clear that they've been passing on their appreciation to their mouths. Because I couldn't afford to remember my face or my name because I was talked to one after another by someone who had never spoken to me either.

When I thought the greeting offense had come to a paragraph, such a pushing student appeared to tell me the secret of strength next, or could you not teach me magic? They clouded the reply with a loving laugh and an unobstructed response, and had their response put on hold, but they left again at the next opportunity to say. Apparently, he hasn't given up.

I just had a glass of light fruit liquor during this time, so I didn't even have time to mouth a treat. Finally, the next assassin appeared during the meal when he was relieved.

"Lapis, is there a man you're dating right now? Would you mind letting me buy you a meal?

"My relatives are doing a popular decorator. Why don't we take a peek together? I want to thank you for your help."

"Living apart, my son is the same age as Lapis. Can I introduce you?

Napa. Napa. Napa. From her hopes to her daughter-in-law's hopes, it was such a napa offense that I often admired her for not being that aggressive.

"haha...... uh, sorry"

Even with this look, my heart remains a man, so naturally there's no way I'm going out with him because he confessed to me. I didn't enjoy much food or alcohol, and by the time I was gentrifying through the unzari, someone finally showed up to help me out of this scene. It's Karin and Ciel.

Not as popular as I am, they were becoming quite popular because they showed remarkable activity in that fight. Karin seemed to have been asked each question about the mysterious light that she had mainly wrapped around her sword, and about the magical power of her sudden growth.

"It was tough, too. He asked me where I bought the sword next time."

"They asked me if I bought any magic items or if I even got some amazing magic books. He doesn't have it."

"You two were seeing the same thing..."

As soon as I found out I wasn't the only one who was struggling, I felt closer to the two of them than I usually do. I think it's cash.

The people around us are watching the three of us ridiculing each other. I generally refused to ask questions or solicit, and I guess it's hard to be among the three people that people who aren't particularly close talk to each other. But someone came to our side who didn't care.

"Are you enjoying yourself?

"Lord!

"Yes. Of course. The food and alcohol are delicious..."

Ciel and Karin were hardening themselves into tension, as the loose look on their faces earlier was a lie. When I say I have had experience interacting with royal and aristocratic people in the past, so I am not very nervous either. The lord looked a little impressed with my attitude, which could be described as such.

"You're Lapis. Beautiful lady, as rumored."

"... I'm afraid"

No way would anyone who would also be a lord have a numb, so this seems like it would be better to simply take it as a social dictionary.

"I hear what you're doing. You think it was strength that didn't even put that rich on your teeth? You must have trained a lot more harshly when your arms stood that young."

"Quite. I'm proud that I'm not doing any easy training."

"Ha, that's something I'd like to hear more about next time"

It's classy and it comes from above, but it doesn't make me wonder and disgust. I wonder if this lord used guilds and soldiers to ensure his safety in order to protect his inhabitants, and now he puts in his personal possessions and even holds a banquet like this. Such a personable aristocrat is rare in the midst of a lot of guys with attitudes that seem natural to get them to do all they can to be common aristocrats.

"You were Karin and Ciel. I hear about your work. [M] Good luck to you guys and look forward to receiving your bounty later through the Alliance."

"Oh, thank you!

"Thank you, lord"

The lord, who spoke to me during his busy days, waved as he did and left the spot behind. We have to talk to other adventurers and soldiers, so we won't be alone forever. I'm tired of talking to great people for a long time, so even for me, that's more helpful.

No big deal happened except that Napa and the solicitation and the lord spoke to us, and in the end the three of us finally enjoyed our meals after the feast. The usual qualitative dishes are delicious, but what the nobles eat is exceptionally delicious after all. I could barely eat. I was helping the hungry, and all three of them ate like they were devouring. I've had a lot of depressing things, but I think this meal has made me a charlatan.

§ § §

After all the battle gotths, the usual routine came back. I don't know if it's because there was no human or physical damage, but the alley has been boiling in the good economy lately. What does that have to do with the sense of relief that my life was saved? The whole city is a little floating. Then naturally the guild gets busy too. When asked why, they should return a simple answer saying it was for an escort.

Merchants buy goods from extra land and sell them in this city. Usually the pedestrians who carry and sell just the amount of safe roads they can have were the dimensions that make them say something to the richer nostalgia all the time to buy many products and hire adventurers for their escorts -.

Thanks to you, the Alliance is very busy. Even including adventurers who have moved from other cities to request escorts and newcomers who have signed up since the battle is over, they are still thriving to the point where there are not enough adventurers.

"... good for adventurers, but we're just busy"

"... that's a promise I won't tell you, Lapis."

When I vomited stupidity, Mr. Camille scolded me to the side. It's not like the guild is going to make money or warm the staff's nostrils, so I think I'm absolutely right, but apparently it's something I shouldn't say.

The only salvation is that there is no overtime. No matter how busy you are, the reception will be finished when time comes, so if you get through to time, you'll be done for the day. One day, when such a day lasted for days and it was just a day to come and go home and guild, I was called to guild master after work. Mr. Creek started talking to me about how excited I was to know if it would be an extraordinary bonus to the reward for my hard work.

"Teacher......?

"Yeah. Next time the guilds and lords of this city are going to build a training center together. So far, I'm going to ask former high-ranking, retired adventurers and soldiers to act as instructors, but I want you to join me as one of the instructors. Best if I can do it exclusively, but I also have your hopes. I don't mind hanging with the receptionist. Naturally, I get paid for accepting it."

…………

... all of a sudden. I get confused about talking about a job I don't even anticipate. It's fascinating to earn more, but I don't have enough information to make an instant decision. I need to hear more about the terms and conditions and the job description first.

"Well... why did you suddenly build such a facility?

"Yeah...... As a matter of fact, this was decided quickly by the policy of this whole kingdom. Soldiers and adventurers throughout the country, training stations will be set up everywhere to enhance the quality of both. That, and this, was caused by the battle ahead."

"Are you talking about the battle Rich came out of?

"That's right.... Well, I'll tell you because I wouldn't mind talking to you, but the truth is... there's a good chance the Demon King is back."

Gathari - and the sound of my desk made me realize that I was standing up. Demon King - needless to say, a former enemy. When I boarded the Castle of the Demon King with my people, I took over the Demon King at the end of the death fight. Yes, I should have picked it up. My sword did pierce his body, and the remains burned to ashes. Besides, just in case Sorciere, the witch wizard, did all sorts of things to subdivide the ashes and bury them on the ground and flush them down the river, so I think it's hard even for vampires who are also synonymous with immortality to resurrect them from that state. That's all you did. The other guy's back? Is that possible? You saw me uncommonly upset, and I can forgive you with my hands so Mr. Creek can calm down.

"Take it easy. I'm just saying it's possible. Besides, I'm not even sure if the demon king defeated by the brave is back, or if a new demon king has appeared."

Oh...... I see. A new demon king. You didn't have that idea. But how does that have anything to do with what we're talking about? The question was on his face, Mr. Creek nodded one before continuing the conversation.

"There is no certainty in the resurrection of the Demon King. It's still in the investigation phase. But it's too late to jitter after the Demon King actually showed up, you'd have been reminded to say no in the battle ahead, wouldn't you? I managed to get something done with your work, but it would not have been strange if all the participants had been wiped out."

Cochlear and modest nod. Somehow I understand what Mr. Creek is trying to say.

"That's where the training center comes in. If the overall quality is improved, the survival rate at times of need will be as different. Dimensions that say that if soldiers and adventurers become stronger, ordinary people protected by them will also be safer. With the uncertain information I heard about Rich's voice, the lord immediately took the story to His Majesty the King. His Majesty took it seriously, and this is how he allowed me to set up the training center."

"... I understand the story. So this is a necessary measure to eliminate the distinction between adventurers and soldiers and ensure people's safety, right?

"Exactly. As far as I'm concerned, I want you to take this job. You won't be conscious, but now there are no adventurers or soldiers in this city who don't know your name, and so much so that people are gathered around hearing rumors from other cities. One of the reasons I've been busy here lately is because you're in there."

... You're lying. I thought the economy was good, but I didn't think people were getting together for me. I'm sorry to everyone who works so desperately every day. At least let Mr. Camille and Mr. Miranda have some extra time for dinner next time.

"There are a number of people who want you to mentor them like that. What do you think? Can you take it?

"... before I do, can I ask you conditions or something? If I were to, I'd like to know what areas you'd be entrusted with and how much you'll get paid."

"Naturally. At this stage, I'm planning on doing this."

That being said, one piece of paper Mr. Creek offered detailed terms such as my treatment as a teacher and my salary.

If you do it exclusively with a single instructor, it's simply nearly tripling your current salary. Looks like you'll get 40% on Tuesday and 60% on Wednesday if you hang up. The only job description is sword and magic hands-on training. Knowledge of demons and how to strip them seems to be done professionally by another instructor, and my job is only direct training. Finally, it says that I'm in charge of the training method. I mean, it seems to mean letting it go whether you knock it down or play it wet or free. Well, when it comes to doing it, I'll take it seriously.

To be honest, I think it's a pretty good deal. I want to jump as soon as I see the terms. But as far as the current state of the Alliance is concerned, I really hesitate.

"Um, accepting when I'm not around is going to be pretty tough..."

"Oh, I'm thinking about that area. I'm so busy, I'm even holding up the training center. Several people are supposed to come from other cities on the move. So Lapis, you don't have to worry about it."

Really? Good, then can I take this story? I didn't want to push Mr. Camille or Mr. Miranda to struggle to take care of me and just imitate what I could get. Yeah, I'm relieved.

"Then... can you do me a favor on Wednesday or so? Because reception is a tough but rewarding job, and I want to put my place in the guild as much as possible."

"Oh, thanks! Of course I'll do as you wish. No, I wondered what I would do if they refused. It'll be a while before the training center is finished, but thank you then, Mr. Lapis."

"Yes, it's nice to meet you"

I shake the hand offered and the gash hand. You've got more work to do in unexpected ways. It's a different type of job than accepting, but let's do everything we've been tasked to do. The reason I hit it off is to attach a promise of luxury to the two receptionists who are preparing to go home downstairs. For all the hard work you've wasted so far because of me, I'll give you a treat for a delicious meal.