第１９５３堀：最前線の冒険者ギルド (Part2)
"You're certainly young. But setting that aside, while I do want to train newcomers to bolster our strength and handle the town's menial tasks, the truth is I simply lack the luxury to nurture them. After all, this place is the front line against monsters, a sector entrusted to Ioa. If I were to train them, I’d prefer to do so safely in the rear."
"I see. And you are?"
Vilia nodded, accepting the explanation, but pressed for his identity.
Well, given the flow of the conversation, it was obvious.
"Ah, my apologies for the late introduction. I am Leu, the Guild Master overseeing this adventurer's guild in Ando. I was told you were young, but I didn't expect you to be around the same age as Chinoku here."
"Guild Master, that’s rude~. Oh, if you don't need me, I’m happy to go back to being an adventurer, you know~?"
"I’m joking, I’m joking. I’m just envious of your youth."
So, this receptionist’s name is Chinoku.
Despite her small stature, it seems she was an adventurer of considerable skill.
Well, I suppose you can't judge a book by its cover.
"Now, normally I’d have you come to my office, but as you can see, the adventurers are out, and the reception staff is shorthanded. Besides, since you are disciples of Archbishop Dodona, there’s no need for secrecy. Unless, of course, you’re planning on causing a scene."
"If the other adventurers were here, it would be noisy regardless~. After all, they are the students of that Saint Petra! And they were quite active in the North, too. Though for some reason, they retreated to the center of Giadana~."
"That’s because of the situation there, isn't it? They took down a major threat in the Great Forest of Giadana, but they’re staying behind just in case there are others lurking."
Ah, I think I recall hearing why Archbishop Dodona remained in Giadana.
Well, we never discussed it in great detail.
So that’s why they stayed behind without any injuries.
It means there are still monsters left in that great forest.
Ugh, having another problem added to the list is a headache, but I suppose I should be grateful that we might be able to prevent a surprise attack.
...The dispersal of Weed’s military strength.
Yuki must be feeling the strain.
Is that why he’s building a land battleship, I wonder...
"Well, never mind Archbishop Dodona. The issue at hand is you disciples~."
"Oh, right. I’ve read the letter, and it says you’re here as reinforcements, but it also implies you lack real combat experience, correct?"
No, we have mountains of combat experience.
We’ve fought in battles where we were at an overwhelming disadvantage.
We’ve even faced opponents we had no hope of defeating.
However, I couldn't exactly say that.
"We’ve done plenty of monster hunting at the Archbishop's behest, but we haven't had much experience with anti-personnel combat or large-scale command."
Kishua answered on our behalf, but in truth, we’ve handled command quite capably since arriving in Weed.
Managing units of one hundred to a thousand is routine.
Ten thousand is a bit of a hassle, but not impossible.
Though, that assumes we have disciplined soldiers and competent sub-commanders, of course.
"I see. Well, the adventurers here wouldn't take kindly to being placed under the command of someone who hasn't proven themselves."
"Exactly~. Adventurers have a tendency to demand you show your strength first~. Since you don't have a track record like a formal military, that’s only natural, isn't it~?"
Both of them were right.
It would be madness for them to risk their lives following the orders of a young girl with no proven history.
"But, being disciples of Archbishop Dodona, wouldn't you be most effective as individuals or as a small party~?"
"Ah, well, that old man usually left the commanding to his subordinates anyway. But it’s not like we’re incapable of it."
"I’m sure of that~. Otherwise, Saint Petra and the others wouldn't be so devoted to you~. Now, about you, Kishua and the rest~?"
"Ah, right. I’d like to say we should test you against some nearby monsters, but the letter says you have considerable skill. So, why don't you spar with Chinoku here?"
"Oh~? So that’s how it is~? What about the reception desk~?"
"The old man prepping the tavern can cover it, so it’s fine."
"I mean, I can do it~, but I’ve already had complaints that it’s hard to approach the reception desk when I’m there~."
"It’s not much different when you’re on duty, Chinoku."
"Eh~? Well, if the Guild Master says it’s fine, then it’s fine~. Everyone, follow me~."
And so, we were to fight to demonstrate our prowess.
With the small receptionist and the Guild Master in the nearly empty guild hall, what kind of information would Vilia and the others be able to extract?
Worry about the fight? No, there’s not much to be concerned about, is there?