Six days after he was promoted to B-rank. Finally, the day of the request for escort arrived.
The rendezvous point is in front of the east gate of the Wang capital.
So now I'm going to go to the Adventurers Association and rent a horse, and then I'm going to head there.
"Okay, so let's go."
"Our very first escort request… you're nervous."
"Right. We're good at taking them down, but we're not used to fighting while protecting them. Let's be careful."
This is the second time I've asked for an escort.
There was Mr. Glynn then, but this time it's just us.
I don't feel wary at all, but I can't just hunt like before, so I need to keep my mind on it.
"Sissha, don't be depressed forever, cheer up"
"... Yes"
Unlike us, who are motivated enough, Sisha has a dark look looking down.
I'm pretty shocked that I won't be seeing Luna for more than 10 days from now.
"Heihachi, are you going already?
"What!? Why are you awake? It's only morning."
Luna came to the living room as she deceived Sissha, who had always had a dark atmosphere.
Come on, it's morning. It's too unlikely, even a spear is going to come down.
The Knolls are also surprised, and Sisha looks happy with the face she was looking down.
"I may not see Heihachi and the others for a while. Not surprising enough to drop you off, is it?
Luna is leaning her neck against my reaction.
Are you telling me that Luna woke up just to drop you off?
There's a lot of cold spots, but you take good care of them when they're at stake.
"Luna... I'm kind of impressed..."
"I don't think it's that touching either... Thanks, Luna"
"You're gonna call me at the transceiver whenever something happens, right? I keep the rice in my bag and it's on my desk, so eat it properly. There's money in there, so you can spend it if you need anything."
"Oh, don't worry. If Heihachi and the others need anything, call me right away."
Just saying that Luna will drop me off in the morning, Nor is holding his mouth and shivering.
With such a knoll, Estelle seems happy to smile, too.
I'm a little impressed, too. It's unthinkable that Luna will wake up so much in the morning.
You'll be glad to see us off.
"Ugh, Mr. Luna! Mr. Luna!"
"Ugh... don't hug me..."
"Because...!
Sisha couldn't stand it anymore, or she approached Luna and knelt and hugged her.
Luna looks up diagonally and gives a frightened look, but stands still.
Is Sisha happy with it, she finally started crying out and even cheeky.
Oh...... I can't believe Luna left Sisha so far.
I guess I kind of miss leaving.
"Oh, it's so rare to accept Sissy Ha."
"Oh, this is goodbye. At the end of the day, I'll accept you."
Luna, who was held tight, is stroking Sissha's head with a gentle expression.
Right... Sisha, you disappear... what do you mean!
That's the kind of word you're gonna use against someone who's dying!
"Wow, I'm not dying! Don't say that as if you were going to die!
"Waha, it's a joke. Come home safe and sound."
Luna pulled off Sisha, laughing in a bar-reading voice.
And loosen her mouth slightly, slapping her on the shoulder and sending words of encouragement.
At the end of the day, he seemed to care about Sisha properly, too.
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I stopped by the association and rented a horse, and came to the east gate of Wangdu.
Two carriages have already arrived there, one luxuriously constructed black carriage and the other simple with a cloth on a wooden carrier.
The luxurious carriage is surrounded by black planks like a cabin, even with doors.
I wonder if this is the carriage my client will ride.
"Uh, is it Mr. Ardell Bell's line?
"Mm-hmm. Who are you?
"Hey, I'm an adventurer who's been asked by the association to escort me! I'm not a suspicious one!
Near the carriage is a man with a white cape and a sword on his waist.
Speaking to the person, I tried to make sure that this carriage was this time my client, Mr. Ardell Bell.
As soon as a man sees me, he jumps off the spot, pulls out his sword and points it at me.
Why are you so vigilant when you just spoke up!
He hurried to show the silver plate he was lowering around his neck and appealed to him that he was an adventurer.
"Surely that plate is an adventurer...... sorry. Because he was dressed suspiciously. I'll tell Master Ardell, wait."
"haha...... sorry"
The man who saw the plate lowered his sword and lifted his guard.
And after I bow my head and apologize, I head for the black carriage.
I didn't think I could turn my sword on you all of a sudden.
What the hell did I do... yeah? Suspicious outfit...... maybe.
"Lord Okura, let's at least take the helm."
"I totally forgot because I'm used to seeing it."
"Surely if someone like this approaches you, you'll be on guard"
Apparently, it was my fault you were so vigilant.
I was accidental lately because there was less to be said to be suspicious.
Let's take off the helm within the moment.
An earlier man is opening the door of a black carriage and talking to someone.
Probably Mr. Ardell Bell.
Shortly thereafter, a middle-aged man and a girl came down from the carriage.
The man is dressed in black like a well-tailored tuxedo, with a calm atmosphere.
Is this Mr. Ardell Bell?
And behind the man, a girl walking with long brown hair.
You look about the same age as Estelle.
A short sleeve pink shirt with frills, black skirt and cute outfit.
"Are you adventurers who will escort us this time? I'm your client, Ardell Bell."
"Thank you for saying hello. My name is Heihachi Ogura. They're my party members."
The man who came down towards us named him Ardell Bell.
I bow my head and say hello, turn my hand to the Knolls behind me and encourage them to say hello.
"Heihachi Ogura... Could it be from the E-rank adventurer who fought you guys before?
"Ah, yes. It's Ogura."
Mr. Ardelbel asked me as he tried to put his hand on his chin and think.
Apparently you know about that time...... I hope it hasn't seemed like a weird breeze.
"Hey, I haven't seen that, but that was a lot to talk about. I can't believe I'm already in B-rank, Dius. I just beat you guys. I hope so this time."
"Thank you. We will do our best to meet your expectations."
Mr Ardelbel says with a laugh.
Good, apparently not a bad impression.
But I think I've got some kind of raised expectation hurdle... let's just do our best.
"Father."
"Annelie, what's wrong?
"An adventurer whose people will escort you?
"Oh, yes, I am."
A silent girl suddenly opened her mouth.
And he looks at us and asks Mr. Ardell if he's an adventurer.
Hmm? I don't know, I think my gaze is looking behind mine, not mine.
Are you looking at the Knolls?
"That kid, he doesn't look the same age as me, but are you okay?
"... rest assured. These people are B-rank adventurers. Some of the adventurers are skilled."
"Hmmm...... yes it is"
Annelie was looking at Estelle, apparently.
Are you questioning the fact that a girl about my age is an escort?
I have a wand, and even a demon conductor is something I'm likely to understand... is that a little unbelievable?
Mr Ardelberg answered after opening a few moments wondering how to answer.
Hearing that reply, Annelie silences herself with a voice that seems uncomfortable and returns to the carriage.
"I'm sorry. I'm not offended."
"Oh, I don't care."
Mr Ardelbel apologised to Estelle.
But Estelle says she doesn't care with her hands on her cheeks, smiling.
I thought you said something suspicious and you were going to be offended... but you don't seem to be.
Mr. Ardelberg also returns to the carriage and finally begins to prepare for his departure.
First we were to make a check on how we were going to get to Quelles.
"Then let me confirm before I leave. I am Egon, who is the exclusive escort of Master Ardell Bell."
The first man to speak sounded like a dedicated escort.
Since there are two other similarly dressed people in a simple carriage, are these people hired as close protection?
And we asked for an escort dedicated to demons, so...
Finish your greeting with Mr. Egon and discuss how you're going to proceed just now.
First, the carriage is divided into a carriage for Mr. Ardell Bell and the carriage for loading.
Your men were served by Mr. Egon, and he asked us to split into two hands that would follow him from behind.
And it also confirms what to do when you encounter a demon.
If you encounter a demon, basically the carriage won't move until you can stop and be safe.
Once Mr. Egon and his men go in to protect him, but just in case, one of us must be by the carriage.
If you are unlikely to be able to repel, let the black carriage escape as a matter of priority.
I was told that that is what I would like you to pay attention to.
"Do you have any questions?
"Well, can I ask you one question?
"I don't mind."
Finish the conversation and Mr. Egon will take confirmation.
Then it looks like Estelle has something to ask you.
As far as I'm concerned, I didn't think I'd ask you any particular questions... what is it?
"Supporting magic on horses, okay?
"What, you could have done that!?
"Oh, I can do that. I just didn't get a chance to do it. I can't fortify things."
Could anything be enhanced with supportive magic if it were an organism?
That's a stunning fact to know now...... well, if you think about it normally, you're going to be able to.
I did always use beacons and magic carpets, so you didn't get a chance to try them.
"I don't mind you doing it..."
"Then I'll let you do it. I think this will reduce the burden on horses."
Mr. Egon has an incredible look on his face.
Does that mean ordinary demon conductors don't do this?
If we can do supportive magic, maybe we can get to Quelles earlier than planned.
But are you sure you're okay with that?
Supporting magic doesn't seem to consume that much MP, but when it comes to traveling for hours, you should have to call it back again and again.
I don't know how much ester is awesome, but if you do that, you'll be burdened...
"Are you all right?
"Yeah, it's a lot quicker now to naturally recover magic. Don't worry, brother, as long as you have the degree to continue supporting magic."
"Really? But you tell me as soon as it gets hard. Don't ever push it."
When I was worried and asked, Estelle replied that she was fine.
I didn't mention it in front of Mr. Egon being there, but it would mean that Gacha's gear has increased the MP's natural recovery speed.
I know she's fine if you say she's fine... but I hope you don't have to.
Once it's over, we'll talk about what to do with the horse.
I'm going to ride two on one head but how should I split it......
It's Knoll and Sisha who can ride the horse, so it's definite to separate the two of them.
So all I think about is which way me and Estelle are going to ride.
Sisha and Estelle are magical cover factors, and you should let them work with either me or Knoll, if possible.
Think of it as none now that Sissha can fight even in close proximity.
Or I'm not going to let you fight this time.
"Hmmm...... right. Knoll, Estelle, Sissha and me."
"That's a good balance. We'll be there before, so the Otakuras want to ask for the back."
"I'm with Knoll... I'm a little nervous"
When I said my thoughts, Noel nodded at me that was good.
And I say I'll take the lead.
Right, she can safely leave the front to you, and that would be good.
Estelle has a non-floating look when she hears she's with Knoll.
You shouldn't have to worry because you're number one in this for treating horses... I don't know, I've got a really bad feeling about it.
Right, well, you're supposed to be fine... yeah.
"Are you riding with Okura-san... I don't know. I'm almost there."
"I won't!
Sissha holds her own shoulders and tries to run away from me.
Surely riding a horse with her would be as much as I envy it from a normal man.
But I don't feel that way at all because I know the contents and understand the unfortunate condition.
I'm kind of out of my mind, but I wonder if I can finish my escort safely......