Chapter 116 What Is The Guild In Your Home Country?
So, I got scolded by mom (Danna) and now I'm here, riding in a carriage. The coachman is Genoruira-san, who came to report earlier. Turns out, she's the chief secretary of the royal family.
When we saw each other earlier, oh boy, it was awkward, so awkward. I mean, she did come to report that Her Majesty the Queen Mylavirna-san had passed away, right? It's because I somehow resurrected her, so she didn't know how to react anymore.
Maya-chan is staying behind. Or rather, she wants to join the conversation between Rosalier-san and Mylavirna-san. It's basically a girls' gathering. It's impossible for me, I'm left out.
When we leave the royal castle, there are people walking around in the town. Everywhere I look, there are Tigerman (Kojinzoku) folks. Even Privia-san and the others, they have distinctive ears and a bit of a tiger-like fur, but otherwise, they look like regular people. But if I were to walk, I would definitely stand out...
Tatsuma-sama. You'll see it soon"
I look out the window and pay attention to what's in front. Why, you ask? Well, I'm trying to see if I can spot the 'red brick mosaic pattern.' Hmm, how about that? Hey, isn't that it? Huh? What's that, what's that?
Just when I thought I caught a glimpse of the mosaic pattern in front of me, it quickly disappeared to the other side, like a big door opened. As it is, the carriage goes inside the estate. The carriage stops, and someone opens the door for me. The outer wall is definitely a mosaic pattern, isn't it?
"Thank you for your hard work. I'll come pick you up before dinner."
No, I'm not tired at all.
"No, thank you for your kindness."
"No, thank you very much."
There were various things piled up there. Supplies for the guild, maybe? Is that the delivery entrance? Oh, Genoruira-san quickly went ahead and opened another door, like a back door.
When I go through the back door, there's a long empty corridor. Could this be Privia-san's exclusive entrance? Because it's big. It might even reach the ceiling...
On the way, there was no door. Huh? I ended up in the hall. So this is it. It's not a dedicated entrance, but a passage to the loading area? Am I overthinking?
The hall is so big. It's about twice the size of Watterhill's. But no matter where I look, it seems like there's only Tigerman here. Occasionally, there are people with different fur colors too.
Then everyone immediately turned towards me. Oh, could it be because of my smell? Oh right, Beastmen are sensitive to smells. If there's someone different like me, they would notice right away.
"Um, could it be Saint-sama... I mean, Tatsuma-sama?"
"Huh?"
The woman at the reception desk said that while looking at me. Let's pretend I didn't hear her correct herself when she said "Saint-sama." Yeah, that's what I'll do.
"Why again?"
She pointed behind me with her palm facing up and fingers lined up, as if saying "please." It was just like a tour guide.
"Um, behind us, there's the chief royal guard..."
I turned around. Huh? Didn't she come back in a carriage? It's Genoruira-san. Ah, you can tell right away because of the uniform. Yellow background with a black accent. Maybe only the royal family wears this.
"Weren't you supposed to come and pick me up before dinner?"
"Yes. But I thought we should first go to the manager's office here..."
"Oh, right. Yeah, yeah. Thanks."
She has such a apologetic expression, and I couldn't say anything more.
Come to think of it, both the woman earlier and this Genoruira-san don't wear gloves like that person over there. The parts without body hair look healthier than us. There seems to be some blackening.
How long has this agreement been upheld? From what I've heard, it's only about water. There should be Oso (Dreadful element) in meat and other food. Even if someone has the Healing Attribute, they said their level is low, so I wonder how it is.
But one thing's for sure, Mylavirna-san did her best to ensure that the people in the country weren't harmed. That's the only thing that's certain. So now it's my turn.
I followed Genoruira-san and ended up on the opposite side of the door we just passed. We went through the corridor behind the reception and knocked on the door. Without waiting for a response, I opened the door and said, "May I come in?"
There was a big body sitting at a normal desk. Judging by the height from the seat, he seemed to be around 2m tall (6'6 ft). He definitely looked like a man, but he was drinking tea from a small cup and seemed to be taking a breather. However, he was holding the cup and completely frozen, not making any movements.
"Um, he's the manager of this guild, right?"
"Yes. His name is Jamlabel Zailmaker. Please call him Jam. He's the manager of this Ensgard branch and the third son of the Marquis family, the non-royal one. By the way, he is my younger brother."
So he's a noble after all. That means he must have a solid background... Wait, what? Genoruira-san's little brother?
"He's your younger brother?"
"Yes, he is. I am the eldest daughter, and below me are the eldest son, second son, second daughter, and Jam here is the youngest."
Wow, Tigerman seems like a real Beastman with all that body hair and big size, huh?
Maybe the 'real big sister' showing up at work surprised me more than it froze me.
"Oh"
"Oh, what's up, Jam-san?"
"Big Sister (Onee-sama), it's been a while since you came here. What brings you here this time?"
Oh, I see. He was living a leisurely life as a manager. Just now, it seemed like he was enjoying tea, just like Seteas-san.
"Her Majesty was in a dangerous state."
"Huh?"
Whoa, trying to scare him here. Maybe she want to make him feel regret?
"It's a lie, right? Big Sister"
It's not just 'sister (Onee-san),' it's 'big sister (Onee-sama),' so she must be quite a bit older. Even with such a big body, she might be surprisingly young.
"It's not a lie."
"Isn't that a big deal? This is not the time to sit and drink tea. What should we do? No, what should I do? It's the first time that Her Majesty is in danger..."
Surprisingly, it's broken. Well, it's the first time for anyone.
"Please don't worry. She has regained her composure now."
"...What is that? Are you teasing me?"
"Jam."
"Yes."
"Can't you see this person I'm accompanying?"
"He's a human man, um..."
Finally, did he realize the current situation? The receptionist knew that Genoruira-san came from the royal family. So, I'm sure Jam Lieber-san knows too.
"Why is big sister accompanying a human man?"
This is not good. Oh, Genoruira-san is at loss.
"Tatsuma-sama, I apologize."
"No, it's fine. It's just a greeting today."
"I'm really sorry. This useless little brother..."
"Big sister, who is this man?"
"I apologize for that. I, my name is..."
"Aaaah..."
Genoruira-san's voice was filled with disappointment and regret, but it didn't show.
"I am Tatsuma Soutome Zedanzork. Nice to meet you from now on."
He nodded politely. As he looked at me, Genoruira-san's face turned pale. It was as if he remembered something from the past.
"Zedanzork, just like Duke-sama's... huh?"
"This person is Duke-sama's son――"
"I"
"I?"
"I deeply apologize."
He jumped off his chair, ran around the table, and slid in front of me on his palms. It was a remarkable bow from the big tiger-like man. Someone must have taught him how to bow. I'm sure of it.
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