Chapter 54 The Nostalgic Treatment Room
Me and Rosalier-san were just about to leave the manager's room where Risleyria-san was, and head to the hall of the Adventurer's Guild. As soon as we open the door, we're planning to split into two teams. So, I decided to speak up here on purpose.
"Rosalier-san"
"Yes, what is it?"
I turned around and looked at Rosalier-san's face. She tilted her head slightly, waiting for my question. From her expression, I couldn't see any signs of urgency or hesitation. Even from the brief conversation we had in the manager's room, it seems like she fully understands what she needs to do from here on.
"I asked you to investigate earlier..."
"Yes."
"Whether things are going well or not, I want you to come back here by evening. Can you do that?"
"Understood."
"I'll go ahead and help out with the treatment of the people here, so I'm counting on you for the rest."
"Yes"
After passing through the door that leads to the hall, Rosalier-san and I immediately split into two groups. I will continue to treat the guild staff members, while Rosalier-san will investigate whether the Magic Tool is really not working.
Rosalier-san faces me, lifts the hem of her skirt with both hands, and bows. There was a gentle sparkle in her eyes that seemed to say, "Please don't push yourself too hard." She then turns right and walks straight out of the guild.
I turn left on the spot. Inside the hall, there are several men and women who seem to be adventurers. They don't seem to be forming a line in front of the counter. Rather than waiting to be served, it feels like everyone here is waiting for me to come out. As evidence of that, as soon as I passed through the door from the hallway connected to the manager's room, I could feel the gazes of the people here on me.
Strangely enough, when Rosalier-san left the hall, it seemed like no one paid any attention to her. She was wearing a jet-black maid outfit. It may seem plain, but compared to other people's outfits, jet black is quite flashy.
Even though she stands out so much, no one followed her with their gaze. Perhaps she has mastered some technique or skill to make herself less noticeable, even if she doesn't completely disappear. She did mention that she's originally skilled in hunting.
By the way, the adventurers here know me. After all, they have helped me with various investigations. Of course, I've also treated them. But I wonder how things are now?
At a glance, it seems like everyone is wearing gloves. Well, that makes sense. Even a slight touch on their clothes or pants would be painful. That's why, in a sense of "you shouldn't endure it too much", I'll ask Julien-san (a friend) to stand out a bit?
I'm walking towards the empty reception counter. I naturally line up in front of Julienne-san. The tears that were flowing just a moment ago have stopped, and it seems like she can put on a smile. But, she have a puzzled look on hery face. It's like she's asking, "Is something wrong?"
Huh? The person lining up on the left isn't Julienne-san's partner, Liliurage-san. She's a woman I don't know. Oh right, the guild uniform has a name tag on the chest. Taking a quick glance, her name seems to be Etoelise-san. But, why does this girl look familiar from somewhere? Oh well.
"Now then."
"Yes?"
"Gloves."
"Huh?"
"Can you take them off?"
"Because it hurts, right?"
"Um, well..."
"I heard it from the manager, (Risleyria-san). At first, you must thought, 'Did the uniform change?' but it just seems too unnatural, doesn't it? After all, all the adventurers are wearing gloves."
As I looked around, I noticed many people who had a gesture of hiding their hands behind their backs. Of course, Julienne-san was one of them, as well as Etoelise-san.
"Yes, I'm sorry. As you guessed, it hurts."
With a hesitant motion, Julienne-san took off her gloves and held out her hands to me, palms up. I gently supported her hands over the counter.
When I looked at the skin between her fingertips, I noticed something black. It wasn't as bad as Risleyria-san, but it was still visible. It must be bothering her after taking a bath or drinking alcohol.
I wanted to say that it was entirely my fault that I couldn't stay in this town. However, I also reflected on my lack of attention and inadequate training. If only I had obtained "Resurrect" earlier, maybe things wouldn't have turned out like this. But there's no point in dwelling on it. I have no choice but to do my best to help the person in front of me who is in trouble.
"After drinking..."
"Yes."
"Does it hurt?"
"Yes..."
From behind, I heard soft sounds like 'ugh' and 'ahh'. She was nodding beside me.
"Is that room okay to use?"
The 'room' refers to the small room next to the reception that I used for treatment when I was here.
"Yes, it's okay."
"Okay then, I'll wait there, so come. ...By the way."
"Yes?"
"What about her?"
"Oh, right. Since the other day, she's been filling in for Liliurage-chan at the reception. Go on, introduce yourself."
"Sorry. I'm Etoelise. In a way, nice to meet you, although I've been treated here before, and also..."
"Sorry, I seem to be bad at remembering people's faces. So..."
"No, I'm already grateful to Tatsuma-san, so for now, it's enough."
"Yeah. Anyway, make sure to come after Julienne-san, okay?"
"Yes."
Looking around, I make a sharp turn to the right, glancing at the adventurers behind me.
"Oh, dude over there."
"Yes?"
"You're one of them too, right? It feels off, doesn't it? Those gloves of yours. They're not leather, just cloth. You can't really use leather gloves every day, can you?"
If you're using gloves for things like swords, leather is the only choice. Cloth wears out quickly, so it feels strange.
"...Yes, you're right. I'm sorry, you guessed correctly."
"It's alright. Just stand behind the two of them. Look, even that girl doesn't hide her hands. As adventurers, you should be confident. And besides, I need you to move again. Get in line next."
I wonder if that girl in the same party as him. She casually hides her hands. It's not like she's doing anything wrong. She's also wearing cloth gloves. The other adventurers start moving to line up behind them, heading towards the infirmary. Since I was planning on seeing everyone anyway, there's no need to hold back.
"I can't start if you keep enduring the pain. Alright, line up, line up."
Everyone is saying "yes" or "sorry" in a shy and embarrassed tone.
"I forgot. I'm not affiliated here, I belong to the Headquarters. I receive rewards from the guild, so please hand over those infamous ten copper coins to the guild, okay? If I receive them directly, it'll be double dipping."
"Yes."
The adventurers earn enough money, so there was no need to worry about injuries because of me. That's why I received the ten copper coins. It's because while treating the Oso (Dreadful element) poison, I also heal injuries.
For them, the ten copper coins are not a significant amount of money. After all, it's only worth five skewers.
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