I like traveling the most

Tower of Babel.

The center of the maze city is also the center of the world.

And at the top of this tower, which is known as the center of the world, there is a goddess looking into the distance.

There is no need to worry about whether she can see, because the eyes of the beauty are the eyes of a god with special powers. Now, her eyes have been following a certain figure.

Freya was leaning against the window, holding a glass of red wine in her hand, elegance and charm filling the room.

Not far behind her, Ota, the strongest man in Labyrinth City, looked at her back.

Suddenly, the goddess' doubts came from the silent room: "Why has his soul changed so much just so long ago?"

"…………"

Otta chose to remain silent.

Because he knew that the goddess was not asking him.

Then, Freya said with confusion: "Unlike Yali, Xiaolin's soul has undergone a qualitative change..."

The soul can change, but it must have potential, which is essentially a seed that can bloom.

Jade is jade and stone is stone.

The two are completely different.

Otherwise, no matter how much inducement and tempering are given, it will only collapse and die.

Yali is the former. She is originally the best jade embryo. Under the cultivation of the goddess Freya, she blooms with the brilliance of her own soul.

Rather, all the members who joined the Freya Familia are like this.

But Xiaolin is different.

Originally, he was just a typical example of "gold on the outside but ruined on the inside". No matter how glamorous he looked on the outside, his essence was already chaotic. But now, he has undergone a qualitative change from within.

"Ota, what's the reason?"

"……Feel sorry."

Otta didn't know how to answer the goddess's question.

That's it again.

This is how the God of Beauty behaves when it comes to matters of the soul. Although he didn't want to see the troubled look on the goddess's face, he couldn't give a definite answer as he was just a citizen of the lower world.

Freya had expected Ota's answer. Because of this, she feels lonely and is constantly looking for her partner.

Although the brilliance of the soul is not as good as that of Yali, it is still curious that the child (Xiao Lin) has undergone a qualitative change.

What's going on?

Want to meet him?

...No, that child (Xiao Lin) is too mature and knows how to deal with gods. If he takes the initiative to contact him, he may not get the answer, and it may even scare him.

If this is the case, then find another way.

Isn't there another place to interact with him? As a maid, it should be easy to close the distance.

But something needs to be done.

Although Xiaolin's soul is not as good as Yali's, it has transformed into jade and needs a little polishing.

See if he is what you think.

"Ota."

"Yes, Lady Freya."

"Go and test the results of the last guidance.

"As commanded."

This should be fine.

Xiaolin once said that he is a traveler and a warrior. The purpose of coming to Orario is to improve his strength so that Otta can give him some guidance. I just hope this won't scare the kid.

Early the next morning.

In a hotel somewhere.

As soon as Xiao Lin opened his eyes, the waiter's greeting came from below: "Are you awake, Mr. Xiao Lin?"

"Liu Zi."

He lowered his head and saw the waiter in his arms.

The early morning sun shines on her delicate and pretty face. She doesn't feel lazy, but she is still picturesque.

Xiao Lin did not get up, but hugged her tightly, closed his eyes again, and pretended to sleep for a while longer.

"Master Xiaolin, it's time for you to get up."

"Let me sleep a little longer."

"I see, do you want to be a rice bug? But it doesn't matter. Even so, as your waiter, I won't complain to you at all."

"...You are already complaining, Miss Liuzi."

This happens every time. Once Xiao Lin has lazy thoughts, Liu Zi will stimulate him with words and condemn him mentally.

Sometimes he even moves his mouth.

I couldn't stand the perfect waiter's venomous tongue, so I had no choice but to get up.

Stretch.

Under Liu Zi's service, Xiao Lin began to dress.

"Well... I didn't expect that no one came to disturb me last night. I was really surprised."

Now the two of them live in a small hotel far away from the center of Eighth Street.

Because of what happened at the Rich Hostess last night, Xiaolin was worried that someone would come to cause trouble... mainly people like Aniya's brother Allen or other cadres of the Freya Familia, but he didn't expect that they didn't come.

I don’t want to come, or I can’t come.

It’s unknown.

"Besides, you stayed in such a shabby hotel last night, doesn't Mr. Xiaolin have anything to say?"

"...I'm sorry, because I don't have much money."

The money circulating in "Di Cuo" is fari, and the fari that Xiaolin holds is the money that Bovman gave him in order to befriend him. As for why they didn't bring some money from "Su Qing" to exchange it, it can only be said that Aqua and the others are too good at spending money. The team's finances are already stretched thin, and there is no rich money to use as his start-up capital.

"But it doesn't matter, things will improve today!"

As long as you successfully register as an adventurer and go hunting monsters in the dungeon, you can exchange the dropped magic stones for money. Pretty neat supply relationship, isn't it?

Adventurers Guild.

As the most important facility in the labyrinth city, it starts running like a precise clockwork early in the morning.

Everyone walking in the guild hall was in a hurry, but did not make a lot of noise. There were also reception ladies walking back and forth in the guild to ensure that the adventurers would not be delayed due to special reasons.

The same was true for Xiao Lin. With the help of the receptionist, he came to a window.

"I'm sorry, could you please excuse me."

"Um?"

At this time, the service window lady sitting at the guild counter - Eina Zul, was covered by a dark shadow and raised her head from the booklet she was holding in one hand.

With her pointed ears, emerald eyes, and medium-length brown hair, she has a look similar to that of an elf but more rounded. Her slender figure looks great in the guild's black suit and trousers uniform.

Likewise, Aina's eyes lit up slightly.

Because the man and woman who appeared in front of him were too dazzling, especially the appearance of the girl behind him, even if she was a goddess, she would not be less generous.

"that……"

"Yes, yes! What can I do for you?"

Eina stood up hurriedly and adjusted her glasses slightly awkwardly. This was the first time she had lost her composure like this, and she hoped that she would not cause displeasure to the two people in front of her.

I only heard the leading man say: "My name is Xiao Lin, her name is Liu Zi, and I'm here to register as an adventurer."

"Yes, are you a registered adventurer?"

In just one second, Aina switched to working mode, mature, calm and straightforward. This kind of big sister atmosphere seemed to be quite popular in the guild.

This can be seen from the long queue that continues to form behind him.

Then, Eina took out a form from under the counter and said:

"Please fill in your relevant information."

There are only relatively simple columns on it, such as name, age, level and the like. However, since you have just become an adventurer, the level column will usually be filled with LV1.

Apart from that, what made Xiao Lin unable to write the most was the column of the family members.

The half-elf in front of her had a nameplate on her chest, so Xiaolin called her name.

"Miss Eina...right?"

"What's wrong, Mr. Xiaolin?"

"Do I have to fill in this column?"

"Yes, this is necessary."

"Really, that's it..."

————It’s over!

Xiao Lin roared crazily in his heart.

He knew that there was no cost to register as an adventurer, regardless of race, and that anyone, regardless of age or sex, could become an adventurer as long as they wanted to, but he completely forgot to fill in the information about which family member he belonged to!

what to do?

Do I need to fill in the name of Aqua Familia?

But will this be misunderstood as pretending to be a false family member?

Seeing Xiaolin delaying writing, Aina thought he had encountered some trouble. She came up and asked with concern: "Mr. Xiaolin, is there something wrong with the family members?"

"……No."

Xiao Lin shook his head and finally wrote none in the family column.

That’s right, nothing.

Since you're afraid of being misunderstood, you should keep it a secret. You don't have to join a clan to become an adventurer anyway.

The most important thing is that after writing about the unknown Aqua Familia, they will be suspected by the other party, and the chain reaction may even cause unnecessary trouble.

It doesn't matter, if you're not allowed, just sneak in secretly.

Submit the completed form.

"Eh?" Aina found something strange indeed, and asked doubtfully: "Mr. Xiaolin, did you fill in the family name column as None?"

"Any questions?"

"No... Although it may not be a good idea from my point of view, it is too dangerous to go to the dungeon without [favor]. Before that, it would be better for you to join a dependent clan."

Not out of the most basic professional ethics, but out of kindness, Aegina couldn't help but persuade.

Anyone can become an adventurer if they are willing. But precisely because of this, there are so many victims.

If the survival rate of adventurers with [Bonus] is 70%, then the survival rate of adventurers without [Bonus] will plummet to 30%.

And Xiao Lin already had an excuse.

He shook his head and said helplessly: "If you can join the Familia, who would be willing to register as an adventurer alone? It seems that I am the type of person without talent."

Kobayashi's sad look reminded Eina of a certain red-eyed rabbit boy.

That child... Bell, too, was rejected by all the Familia because he had no talent.

Fortunately, he eventually met a kind god. Although that god was not outstanding, he had just descended into the realm, and the only family he had established was Bell. But at least he has his own destination and a goal to strive for.

And the Xiao Lin in front of him seems to be more miserable than Bell?

Eina suddenly said: "Mr. Kobayashi, would you like to ask me to be the adventurer's advisor?"

"What?" Xiao Lin blinked.

"Because adventurers are very dangerous in the early stages of adventure, and having an adventurer consultant will increase the survival rate a lot."

"That, that..."

"Please don't worry! There has always been a saying that 'elfs with long lives are knowledgeable', and I happen to be a half-elf."

"This, this..."

Xiao Lin slightly avoided the elf girl's force.

Hurry up and register as an adventurer, then let me leave! I don't understand why she is so enthusiastic. Is it because of overflowing maternal love? !

The meaning of "I don't want you to die" on that pretty face is completely undisguised. It may be seen as concern by others, but it always feels like a curse to Xiaolin.

And if he tells her that he is actually very strong and does not need an advisor at all, she will definitely be misunderstood as deliberately showing off and enter a more serious preaching mode. Aina has that kind of personality.

The most important thing is that he can't refuse other people's kindness.

"...Please."

"Please leave it to me!"

Aina clenched her fists as if she had accepted a great task and pretended to work hard.

Xiaolin couldn't help but twitch the corners of her mouth.

I never thought that I, who had defeated the Demon King's army cadres, intercepted the mobile fortress destroyer, and fought against many powerful enemies, would be taken care of like this one day.

Should I write the name of my family?

Xiaolin thought so.

After that, Aina ignored the cries of the adventurers who were still in line and took Xiaolin and Ryuko to a remote room in the guild.

She sat on the sofa, looked at Xiaolin opposite, and asked seriously: "Xiaolin, do you really want to become an adventurer? In fact, a supporter is also a good choice."

"...I'm sorry, I have my own reasons." Xiaolin still had a sad expression with a hidden secret.

"Okay."

Aina sighed deeply.

Not only the necessary work process, but also her sincere persuasion. But now it seems that it is useless no matter what.

So...

"Come on!"

Bang————

A muffled sound came from the coffee table in the middle.

I don't know what magic Aina used, a pile of books about half a meter high piled in front of him.

I only heard Aina say: "In order for you, Xiaolin, to survive well in the dungeon, you have to take tutoring!"

Xiaolin couldn't help but widen his eyes with such a huge amount of tutoring. He came to hone his skills, not to take the exam. Is it necessary to do this?

"Miss Aina, I'm actually quite capable, so I don't need to say that."

"All the adventurers I'm in charge of say that."

"No, no, no, I'm actually different from them!"

"No need to say more!"

Actually, Aina was the person in charge of many adventurers before Xiaolin... no, before she met Bell. However, since the death of the first human girl adventurer she was in charge of, most of them have not returned from the dungeon.

Xiaolin herself has her own hidden story, and she won't go back to persuade her, because she also has her own hidden story. However, she will never allow Xiaolin to die in the adventure!

Absolutely not!

In this way, Xiaolin was forced to cram for three hours of knowledge about the dungeon, and he was not freed from the devil's tutoring until the afternoon when Aina had something to do.

Walking on the street.

Xiaolin sighed deeply.

The waiter beside him not only did not sympathize with him, but also said venomously: "As expected of Lord Xiaolin, you have deceived a half-elf's trust with your acting skills. Now you can get a lot of rewards even if you perform on the stage."

"...Is this something worth showing off?"

Xiaolin couldn't help but stare at him.

Originally, he just wanted to prevent Aina from asking too many questions, so he chose to pretend to be pitiful and vague. Who would have thought that he would actually arouse the other party's hidden maternal instinct and inexplicably become the adventurer responsible for the other party.

But it feels good to be cared for by others.

But Xiaolin still has an indescribable sense of guilt in his heart, because Liu Zi was right, he deceived Aina and took advantage of the kindness of the half-elf girl.

"Miss Liu Zi, if I go back and apologize sincerely now, will I be beaten to death?"

"No. Because the half-elf lady will never believe it, but will think you are showing off."

"...You are right."

Because the other party's personality is like this. It seems that I have to clear up the misunderstanding when there is a suitable opportunity in the future.

"Master Kobayashi, where are we going now?"

"Of course it's the long-awaited part!"

Kobayashi looked at the chalk tower standing in the center of the maze city.

Let's go to the underground city!

There is a very controversial question about adventurers, that is, whether you can become an adventurer without [favor].

In the original work, it is stated that regardless of race, gender, age or age, anyone with a heart can become an adventurer, but the problem is that it is not clearly stated whether the prerequisite is to obtain [favor], so I will come with my own understanding.

In addition, there will be a family member who will join, but it is just a plaque, and it is a family member who can grant Kobayashi the title without being suspected by other families. You can guess which one it is.