Chapter 102

Chapter 102 \nChapter 102\n

On my way back from the Mercenary Guild, I was followed by the remnants of Cactus, but I ended up luring them into a dead-end alley; where I eliminated them . I didn’t feel sorry, as unless I dealt with them, they’d keep coming back to try and kill me… But the corpses… 

“Fuu~ . ”

I took a deep breath, then decided I had to inform the city guard about it .  

I explained the situation, even accompanied the guards to the scene to retrieve them . It took a while, even though it felt like a waste . I ended up not having the time to search for lodging . So, I ended up staying the night in the guard station’s lounge .  

The next morning, the verification was over, and my statement was acknowledged . I was allowed to leave without reproach . It really was a waste of time, but I was the victim here, not the assailant . I needed to make that clear .  

Upon leaving, the first thing I did was head west to the West Metropolis, an inn with luxurious accommodation for a place like Barga . I didn’t want to go to the White Flower Inn, where Schwartz was supposed to be staying to make a distinction . Some people may notice the similarity between the two of us . So, I had to cover all my bases as best as I could . I was just attacked last night, so I’d rather spend more money on a place with better security .  

I went inside and called out to the receptionist .  

“Welcome, how may I help you?”

“Are there any open rooms?”\n

“There’s an unreserved single room . ”

“Alright, I’ll rent it for the month . ”

“Thank you very much . ”

I paid the fee, got my key, and headed straight for my room . The rented room had one bed, a desk, a chair, and a closet . The room size was similar to the one at the White Flower Inn, however, it was much more luxurious .  

However, I didn’t come here to rest . I replenished my expended weapons and ammo from last night before I immediately left the room . First off, I headed to Marida Company to purchase more non-attribute stones to replenish the CP I spent during the escort request . Aside from that, I also wanted to tell them I was finally going to proceed with the labyrinth conquest . I was going to need sufficient supplies for that .

When the company came into sight, I also saw a wagon stopping beside it; probably to load or unload .  

Several strong-looking fellows could be seen around it, maybe escorting it . Last time, the fox beastkin twins, Arum and Silvara, were the escorts . Were they still around? Perhaps, but I guess they weren’t escorting this particular wagon . One of the escorts kept eyeing me .  

 \nI guess it was only natural to be wary since it was still early morning . There was still some time until the city came to life, so I understand why he’d be cautious of seeing a masked individual approaching him .

“Hold it right there, you . What are your intentions of coming here?”

“No need to get worked up . Is Chairman Marida here, or is the branch manager present? Tell them that Shaft came to visit — they’ll know . ”

“Please wait here . ”

The guard went inside the office after listening to me . This was the first time I saw the man, so he probably didn’t know who I was . The other escorts were more familiar with me . They bowed and exchanged light greetings with me once I was noticed . I heard someone rushing from the inside . Marida-san didn’t have such heavy steps, so it had to be Bill-san .

“Shaft-an! Pardon me for the wait . The chairman is currently in the royal capital, so I’ll be serving your needs instead . ”

“Please do then . ”

Bill-san took me to the usual room . Meanwhile, the guard came inside to report me, looked puzzled after seeing how Bill-san reacted . But the other escorts were quick to explain to him who I was .\n\n“As you wish . The stones will be prepared soon . Thanks to you, the sales of the Bentos have gone well . Recently, adventurers have also started to buy them regularly, so we plan to branch out in Barga . Regarding the food, 3-4 weeks, eh? Please give me a day to prepare that . ”

“Okay, tomorrow morning then?”

“Yes, it should be ready by then . Shall I arrange a variety of food?”

“Yes, please . Make it decently varied?”

“Certainly . Regarding the content… Is there anything, in particular, you’d like or don’t like?”

“No . Anyways, as soon as I get food, I’ll be heading to the Wolf Labyrinth . ”

“Heading out again already after coming back?! Very well then, I will refrain from sending a messenger to the Royal Capital . ”

Afterward, while treated with a cup of good tea, the transaction for the stones was done . During the escort mission, I’d actually expended quite a lot . Especially because I didn’t manage to recover the tomahawk I tossed . My CP consumption turned out greater than I’d expected . In my mind, since I held back from using a lot of bullets, I shouldn’t have consumed that much; but…

There’s nothing else on the schedule today, so I spent the rest lounging about .