147 145 References

I'm looking into the permits that Fran was given to Diaz by flipping them over or putting them in the light.

"What's wrong with you?

"Mm-hmm. Maybe he's set up something."

"Ha. That's terrible in front of him. I'll be fine."

……

Diaz laughs and denies it, but Fran's glance of suspicion doesn't go away.

"You really have to trust me. I'm not playing games with Fran anymore. In the first place, I prank the adventurers for them, right?

"What do you mean?

"I tell you not to forget the tension from day to day, kindness from me. It's not because I'm fun."

……

Fran stares at Diaz dressed with a good face. Even if I don't use my skills, I can tell it's a lie.

"... well, let's admit I have half a hobby in it"

"Mmm."

"Oh, yeah! Because apart from letting you dive into the east dungeon, I'll also let you hit different hands!

You've obviously changed the subject. Well, I dare you to ride because I care.

"Different hands?

"Yes, I'm thinking three things, one of which is issuing a youth adventurer protection announcement for adventurers. This is good for us, too. Does Fran realize there are many child adventurers in this town?

"Mmm."

"Dungeons in this town are of low rank D grades. As far as the upper echelons are concerned, even G and F-ranked adventurers are allowed to explore if they are partying with people above E. So many junior adventurers want to gain experience. And for Rank G Adventurers who aren't allowed to explore in other dungeons, it's the only dungeon in the country to explore."

"So you have a lot of G-grade kids?

"That's the thing. But many of those kids are eaten by wicked people, or made into dungeons. Originally, I was thinking of setting some kind of penalty."

You mean Fran got a good cut?

"What about two more?

"One spreads rumors that you're Elsa's favorite. Because there's no one in Wolmut's adventurer who defies him."

I know that very well. The adventurers grew suddenly when Elsa appeared. I can't stand that one.

"At the end?

"Increase Fran's Rank ASAP"

"Fran. Your contribution to the Alliance is well appreciated. [M] After that, if you do more than the required number of requests, you'll be in a state where the rank rises to C."

"It's a surprise"

Me, too. Have you been evaluated for your actions in Barbora?

"Whatever, you're doing a royal escort for a friendly country with the highest ratings. He was praising you."

It was a request to escort Prince Furt and Princess Satya. Sounds like you gave me the best report of your assessment of Fran.

I could see Fran quietly burning his fighting spirit under that unchanging look.

"Very good luck"

"Good luck. In Wolmut's Guild, if you are promoted above Rank C, you will announce the name of the person in large measure. If you rise to Rank C, your name will be known to adventurers all over Urmut, and fewer will be involved."

Well, it won't be zero. Just less would be appreciated.

"Let me show you more than one request that you can make within the east dungeon. You just have to do that for me. While you're training, you can also increase your rank."

That's what Diaz has shown me about 20 requisitions.

"In order for Fran to increase his rank, he must do 23 more requests for Rank D. I'll give you all this, so crush it from what you're likely to achieve."

"Okay."

"Thank you very much."

With that said, I'm usually supposed to put you in the dungeon, but I thought you were talking about needing a review. Well, I don't mind if I let you in. You've wasted your references from Klimt.

Well, shall I give it to you for once?

"This"

"This... is the crest of the Alessa Guild. Could it be Lord Klimt's?

"Mm. References"

It was the moment Fran nodded. Diaz's complexion changes softly. It's bright blue enough to worry me. Huh? Grandpa, are you okay?

"By the way, Fran?

"Hmm?"

"Well, you're not gonna tell Lord Klimt what I tried to surprise you with, are you?

What a sudden. Wow, cat voice.

"Why?"

"Yeah. I'll confess to you guys because it sounds like you should be honest with me, but Lord Klimt is a senior as an adventurer to me. When I ran out, I took care of you. Honestly, I can't get my head up. I mean, blah, I'm scared."

I was prepared to be noticed here, and I confirmed it with false reason, but it's not a lie. They're really horrible about Klimt.

Glad the references aren't garbage. Wasn't it rather the strongest hand tag?

"Next time you've done something weird, I can tell Amanda and Klimt"

"I'm sorry, I won't do it again"

Isn't it rare that the Alliance Master is grounded? I regret the lack of cameras. Well, this won't even make Diaz a weird prank.

"Mm-hmm. Okay."

"Hehe."

Fran, who is royal and lists Klimt's references, and Diaz, who falls down before him. One thing settled! It was a sight I wanted to say.