Chapter 77

In the capital city of Tarues, within the Viscount Bordon's territory, Austin and the others had requested an introduction to their master, but I evaded the matter, saying I would ask when we met next time.

After that, the caravan returned to the capital without any particular issues.

Well, it’s not like they get attacked that often. If they were attacked frequently, trade wouldn’t be possible, and the economy would collapse, leading to large-scale expeditions by the country or the lords.

Thieves usually target only the foolish merchants who skimp on guards or the weak who don’t draw the attention of the country or the lords. That’s the norm.

However, inside the carriage, Myle and Mavis were lectured by Reina.

“There’s something I absolutely have to tell you two...”

To the two who wondered what it could be, Reina continued.

“...You see, pickled cabbage is delicious! Especially when eaten with boiled sausages!”

It was a trivial matter.

“Even as a snack with ale...”

Why was she so fixated on pickled cabbage?

For some reason, it felt like they shouldn’t ask, so Myle and Mavis obediently listened to Reina’s talk.

At the guild, there was nothing special.

Of course, since the escort team hadn’t returned yet.

Tiriza would report to the guild later, so there was no need for the "Red Oath" to do anything. They just had to complete the report on the escort mission and receive the reward.

Tiriza, trying to take her share of the reward, was struggling as the guild master confiscated it, saying it was "during guild work."

“Back!”

As usual, Myle called out as soon as she entered the inn.

However, unlike usual, there was no energetic response from Rennie.

Finding it strange, she looked towards the counter, but no one was sitting there.

“Huh? Is she in the bathroom or something?”

Just as Myle tilted her head, a loud thumping sound came from the back, and Rennie rushed out.

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