Chapter 91 First Day On The Job And Meeting New Faces
Back at Watterhill for the 2nd day. Yesterday, I set a new record here, so Kumei-san gave up. Starting from this morning, our Black Forest Human family member, Niavarma-san, began working as a receptionist trainee.
Originally, she was part of Brigitte-san's (Corbett-san's wife) team handling various guild errands and small tasks. But when Privia-san asked for someone who is energetic and dedicated to support, they decided to put her at the front desk.
Rosalier-san told me yesterday that I plan to execute it next week, so she said, "I need some exercise, so I'm going to move my body." She left after that. As for me, I left midway and came to the guild, so today I came a little early to see how things are.
Unlike Daioraden, the entrance here is not wide open. Well, it's actually better this way since it's getting really cold. When it gets hot, we can just cool it down or open it, you know? The draft here is seriously chilly. Maybe it's because Watterhill is further north than Daioraden.
Oh? I approached the door, but it won't open. I cautiously opened it and found people already waiting in a long line in the hall for treatment. They're lined up in front of Kumei-san at the reception and going around along the wall.
As I was walking around the hall, someone organizing the line approached me. They were wearing the same uniform as Kumei-san.
"Good morning, Soutome-sama."
"Good morning...wait, Orvitta-san? What are you doing here?"
"...Well, I am Niavarma, Orvitta's little sister by two years."
"Oh, really? You two look so alike that I got confused."
She tied her hair into a ponytail and it looked similar to her face.
"Oh, so that means Orvitta-san who works at the stable is Rosalier-san's..."
"Yes, she's her cousin."
"I see, okay. Can I rely on you from today?"
"Of course."
She bowed politely and quickly went back to organizing the line. Even though it's her first day, she's working hard to do everything she can.
Now, I passed through the door leading to the head manager's office and greeted someone on the right.
"Kumei-san, good morning."
"Yes, Soutome-sama. Good morni――yes, right here."
"Don't worry about it, just focus on your work."
"Oh, thank you."
That line isn't the usual guild reception, it's for my treatment. Half of the low-ranked adventurers are out in town during the day being affected by Oso (Dreadful element) poison. The high-ranked ones will start coming in from the evening.
Privia-san said something about the crane's call, but I'm afraid of changing everything. It makes me feel like I have to work even harder.
"Good morning."
"Good morning, my son."
She became my foster mother, welcoming me by opening the door herself. I can't say it yet, though. I don't feel it yet.
"We've finished the meeting for the 'Operation Overthrow the Royal Family.' I plan to wait for the report tomorrow night and get ready."
"Report? What are you doing? You didn't have Fumihicho, did you?"
"Oh, that's right. And you know, I came from the other world."
"Yeah. I still can't believe it."
"We have a Magic Tool that only we can use, or more precisely, only we can maintain. This is it.
I take out my smartphone from the inventory.
"This small thing?"
It may be small in Privia-san's hands.
"For now, let's talk about my collaborator, Hero's Maya-chan..."
'Ring-ring, ring-ring, ring-ring'
Huh? Oh, I accidentally pressed the call button out of reflex.
'Good morning, Uncle. It's unusual to hear from you in the morning. Oh, wait! What's that yellow and black striped thing?'
"Good morning, Maya-chan. You're really energetic this morning."
'Well, it's because Maya's mission tomorrow will change our lives. It's exciting--Oh?'
Oh, Privia-san is sitting right next to me, peering in.
"Oh, interesting Magic Tool. Is this the girl called Maya-chan?"
"Yes, she is my collaborator, a Hero, and one of the children brought from the same world as me."
"I see. That must have been tough. But don't worry. Leave everything to my son, Tatsuma-kun."
"I still can't feel it――"
"Fan-ta-sy, here we comeee!"
Maya-chan is jumping with joy as usual, raising both arms up to the sky.
"Hmm?"
'Oh? So, Auntie Tiger really exists? I thought it was Uncle's imagination."
"Well, you know, I told you it's true, right? She became my foster mother and goes by the name Privia-san. By the way, isn't it your meal time?"
'Let's see, today... tomorrow is "that" day, right? They told me there won't be any training.'
"What's 'that'? I wonder what it is."
"Yes, it's to celebrate the birth of the Queen of Daioraden."
'Hoho, I see. At that time."
"Yes, we are planning to check if there are any black marks on the fingers of the King and Queen."
'Hey, Auntie Privia.'
"What is it?"
"Don't call her an auntie. I mean, it's a little..."
"It's okay. So, you're Maya-chan, right? I became Tatsuma-kun's mother. From her perspective, I guess I take on that role."
'Are you really 132 years old?'
"Yes, that's right"
'Are you really a Tigermen?'
"Yes, that's right. I'm a Tigerman from the Beastmen tribe. Look, I even have a tail."
Privia-san squeeze it herself, make it visible.
'Oh, it's a tail! It's fluffy! Hey, hey, uncle, will Maya be able to meet you someday?'
"That's right. I think there will be an opportunity soon."
"Ah, yes. I have plans to go to Daioraden, too."
Well, the king's head will be replaced, and Risleyria-san will become the new king. I will probably attend the coronation ceremony.
"It might result in something slightly cruel, but it's best to wait patiently. Don't push yourself too hard tomorrow, okay?"
'Yes, I'm fine.'
"No, no, no. I'm actually expecting a bloodless surrender."
"Bloodless surrender?"
'Bloodless surrender?'
Both Maya-chan and Privia-san have a confused expression.
"Well, you see, I have 'that.' They might have to die once, but in the end, not even a scratch will remain."
"Ah, I see. 'That' thing."
'"That" thing?'
"I can use 'Resurrect (Resurrection Spell),' you know."
'Seriously? Doesn't that make you a sage?'
"No, no, no. Where can you find a sage who can't use attack magic?"
"Ahahaha. You two are so alike."
'Yeah, Rosalier-san said the same thing to us.'
"Yeah, she did."
Privia-san found out that Maya-chan is still 18 years old. Privia-san, who is always a worrier, started giving lots of advice.
Privia-san loves to chat. Before I knew it, they talked thoroughly until their battery was about to run out today.
"Well then, I'm looking forward to the day we can meet."
'Yes. Well then, take care. See you later, Uncle.'
End of conversation. So. I store my smartphone in inventory. Oh, by the way, does it charge with this?
"She was a lively girl, wasn't she?"
"Yes. But she knows that she's being used in a bad way. I appreciate that she understands her position and it helps me."
"That's right. We need to free her soon, right?."
"Yes, of course."
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