Munou To Yobareta Ore, Yottsu No Chikara Wo Eru
Episode 255: A Word
"... well"
After listening to us, Mr. Blance whines so quietly that he can't imagine it coming from him.
I felt like a lot of emotions were stuck in that one word.
"Mr. Blance... Um..."
"I know. I don't feel compelled to do this. Because it's true that I was hiding it from Apple. Maybe it's not a word anymore... and it doesn't mean Apple's thinking is all wrong."
"Is that... after my leg healed?
"Oh. Well, I don't know if it has to be after that."
"Really..."
People have their own motives for pursuing adventurers.
Of course to live, for the sake of status and honor, some people want to protect someone, and for those who like to fight, adventurers will be the perfect profession.
However, Mr. Blance does not apply to any of them.
The reason Mr. Blance became an adventurer was to show Mr. Apple.
I mean, that I've changed my timid self, so that Mr. Apple would be happy.
That, in itself, would have passed on enough to Mr. Apple.
Still, she thinks that the reason Mr. Blance continues to be an adventurer is because of the business of taking Mr. Apple's leg... perhaps she does.
So scary.
I was wondering if Mr. Blance's yarn would be cut when that business disappeared.
"It's just that we're not doing this just for Apple right now, right?
"Huh? Really?
"Yeah. I don't like it at first... Look, I was scared, and you're the son of a nobleman, right? I've been told quite a lot. That's why I left it weirdly empty. Now that I think about it, I'm pretty screwed up. The guy with the eye on him so he wouldn't find out he was scared, he busted up so badly all over town... well, he freaked out inside. I didn't know what to do, so I'm already making a fuss."
Oh...... like that......
"I'm getting used to it, and after I left this town, it decreased. So I can still take you to another country... not this town. My early impressions are all I have. Oh, no, because I did something similar a few times after I got back..."
"Mr. Blance......"
"Yeah, 'cause... every time they look at people's faces. Oh, yeah? You should be depressed. Well, I don't know about the guy who saw me fight - and I don't know if the actual strength is natural, and the usual deeds matter, do they?
Oh, I know.
"Anyway, that's why I'm trying not to go to the Sumerian Adventurer Guild. Now, the brilliant guys are coming in, and even without me, this town's gonna be fine."
I see.
Now that I think about it, the Olympus, the Celts, the Greek soldiers weren't making any noise at all.
Because it's my home town, I know Mr. Blance's family, and you mean he's well known for what he's like...
"So now you're taking a request in another country?
"I mean, I took the liberty of asking you. So does Byrne and Zuid, but when we're in class, we don't have to go to the guild anymore... That's a long way off the record. Well, anyway, I like it a lot now. An adventurer. Best of all for Apple, but as good as my own... I'm glad someone's happy as it turns out? If only I could be of any help."
Very rude... what a surprise.
"Um, Master Blance? That someone told me that..."
"No. Because you're ashamed. I kind of said it in the stream, but now I regret it for what it's worth. Please, don't think of him as hurting..."
"Oh, I don't think so! Rather, I'm glad to hear it. Because I feel the same way."
Besides, if you have that thought I'm sure...
"Really? Well, so I'll keep going anyway. Even if Apple's legs heal. However, even if I say it now, it won't reach the current apple... I don't know what to do..."
"Hmmm... it's not something I can handle tomorrow today, and all I can do now is... seriously continue to be an adventurer..."
"Oh yeah... that's the only way"
"No, that's not enough."
"Excalibur?"
"Hmm? Is there anything else?
"Yes. Rather, that's all I have"
"Damn......"
"It is decided. The people of this town will recognize you."
"... to these people in this town?
"That's right. There are two troubles Lord Apple has. One is that if your feet heal, your lord may quit the adventurer. And the other thing is, that's what I came to think... of you. I mean, when you lose your reason, you don't think your uncalled for will continue to be an adventurer for them."
"Uh..."
"It's hard to change the overall world rating, but if we narrow it down to this town, we'll still have measures. Instead, it's this place that I'm close to, which is why I have to change. Lord Apple's eyes and ears... give your lord an appreciation of this town."
What Excalibur is saying is probably not wrong.
However, the problem is......
"I know what you're saying...... but that's pretty hard"
"I guess."
As Mr Blance said, the people of this town are not well aware of his strength.
No matter how perfectly you did the difficult request, there are more than rumours so far that the word and deed, of course, have been made up of aristocratic power...... perhaps its effects will be faint.
"But you have to. Lord Apple admires the heroes of the past. Perhaps until you found out about it, you thought your lord was as proud and respected as the heroes of the past. But she found out. Then reality has to keep up with it. Whatever."
"... right. Okay. I'll do my best."
The magic Mr. Blance is haunting is real.
The people who are aware are aware... but they will not put that on the table any more than the whole town doesn't really think of Mr. Blance.
Somehow, everyone in this town needs to know how strong Mr. Blance is and what he thinks.
We need to find some good way...
"Mr. Blance. We'll be in this town for a while. Think about it a lot here, too, Mr. Blance. Think of some way. I'll work with you if I can."
"Okay. I'll think about it too..."
"No... Now, if you'll excuse me around here today"
"Oh. Then I'll drive you to town...... Oh, no, where are you guys staying?
"I haven't decided yet. Looking for a place to stay."
"What do you want to stay with us? There's enough room to rot."
"No, maybe when I do... I think every time Mr. Apple sees us, he thinks a lot..."
"Uh... well. Right... I wonder if this is the place..."
"Oh, uh... I'm glad you feel!
Hmmm...... I wasn't sure how it looked, but this is pretty depressing.
I hope I'm not over-conceived......
"Then just accept the gratuity."
"Huh? No, no! I didn't do anything. I don't need it!
"Er... then what am I supposed to do!
Now I'm angry.
I wonder if you're okay, Mr. Brance......
"Oh, yeah. Stay in our villa. I haven't used it in years. That would be nice, wouldn't it?
"Huh? I appreciate it... okay?
"Yeah. At least let that be it, you son of a bitch"
"Ha... well, let me use it as much as I can"
"All right, let's get our servant on his way and clean up... ugh!?
"Please wait"
Moment after moment, Levi grabs Mr. Brance's shoulder.
You should have been behind me earlier... too fast to see at all.
"I'll do the cleaning."
"Huh? Oh, wow, okay..."
"Heh heh... I haven't used it in years... Ugh heh..."
Good for you...... Levi.