The Paladin Owns the Relic

149 – Ancient Forest (9)

Rococo sighed. He glanced out the window outside the carriage.

When he rode in the carriage, he did not hear the vibration he always heard. The surrounding background just passed by at high speed.

The driving force is the flapping of wings.

The numerous wings surrounding the carriage are floating it in the air. It was the same with the Rococo party, as well as the priest’s party that followed.

To glide through the air without leaving any traces.

They were created when the horned woman swung her hand lightly. But Rococo had never heard or seen such magic.

The bizarreness that breaks common sense.

Certainly, it’s a good thing to avoid the pursuit. It’s a decent thing, but…

“All men and women are monsters.”

What the hell are these writers doing?

“A priest who burns down the forest with a single gesture…”

“He is a wizard who gives wings that are not on the wagon…”

“Isn’t that the same thing as doing everything else?”

“Head. Will it bounce like this?”

“I don’t think we should be involved any more.”

“If it bounces, where does it bounce? Are you going to jump off a carriage that is flying at high speed?”

Rococo swept his face. Even if they escaped, it would be a problem, the half-elf wizard who was supposed to escort them had now crossed over there.

For a mercenary, trust is like life. If you leave the client alone and escape, you won’t be able to receive any other requests that will come out in the future.

And then…

“I already received the advance payment.”

Rococo slipped the bundle of bills into his bosom.

The mercenaries’ eyebrows twitched.

“Shouldn’t we share some?”

“What? Do you guys give it instead of a guarantee?”

“Still, the leader. We also have our own risks. I feel like my hair is going to fall out just by hanging out with them.”

“Does the skinny kid who stroked your wings say that?”

“It’s the same mercenary. Captain. If there is a profit, we have to share it.”

“I came in under my name, not the name of the mercenaries.”

Rococo clenched his fists.

“Come on if you have any complaints.”

“Then what?”

“I won’t say no.”

The carriage shook greatly.

. . .

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The foolish act of attaching wings to the wagon was more effective than I thought. It left no trace on the ground, and the light flap of its wings galloped through the air faster than it could on its wheels.

The only thing I’m a little worried about is Amar’s magic state. But she chuckled and raised her arms.

“I am fine. It’s okay.”

“Really?”

“This is easy enough. Rather glad Use me a lot.”

Amar rubbed her face on her shoulder. A half-elf mage pellet snorted out in her snort.

“Uh, how does magic work?! I’ve never heard or seen magic like this…!”

“Did you say Mr. Pellet?”

“Yes, yes! That, yes…!”

“Take care.”

“Yes?”

The pellets blinked her eyes.

“Ha, but with this level of magic and large-scale magic… Its existence alone can contribute to humanity…”

“I would have told you not to care.”

“That, but…but…”

Amar frowned.

“Do it in moderation.”

“…Yes.”

Pellet turned her head. Her slumped shoulders came back to life.

“Oh! This person also has very good qualities! A protective spell wrapped around the body… It’s different from the usual ones. Or… Are you from another place?”

“How did you know? Is it because you’re a wizard?”

“Of course! Like other wizards, the wizards of the Red Mage Tower like simple and straightforward techniques. But what you’re wearing goes round and round, but it’s very meticulous. Or maybe that…”

Pellet reached out to Tsubaki and whispered.

“Is it a spell related to flames…?”

“That’s right.”

“Oh! What great magic! I-I…If you don’t mind me…Could you teach me something later…”

“It’s noisy.”

Eve watched silently before sighing.

“What’s so exciting about it?”

“Ah, ah…Sorry.”

“I fully understand why people are curious about people seeing them for the first time, but please be polite. It is in front of the teacher.”

“Professor…?”

Eve’s cheeks stretched out. Eve, who had been following her, pouted her mouth.

“I didn’t say anything wrong. Everyone is just a believer. Those who have to serve the headmaster.”

“Who is it?”

“A missionary who will speak on behalf of the head teacher. I’m Eve If the headmaster doesn’t speak, I will speak.”

“I’ve never been told to do anything like that.”

“Don’t worry. Teacher I’ll take care of everything and take care of everything…

Sometimes when I look at mourning, it’s a bit backwards.

“Oh. You are almost there.”

A city much larger than the villages we passed by was coming in front of our eyes.

. . .

City Ameline.

It is not a very big city. It cannot be compared to a big city. However, when looking at the surrounding area as a whole, everyone acknowledged that it played a role as a ‘city’.

It’s a bit small, but it has everything you need. There were also buildings for the Adventurer’s Association and Mercenary Office.

Of course, compared to big cities, the quality is somewhat inferior. But even so, it was very attractive to be able to settle the bill in the middle of the trip.

The mercenary Falcon licked his lips. He hurriedly licked up the expensive drink that spilled out of his cup.

“Are you a dog?”

“What is a dog? Do you know how much this is? And if you want to call me, call me ‘Captain’.”

“What is the leader of a mercenary corps with only 5 members?”

“Still, we are a B-class mercenary in name. Put a name on it baby.”

“I just want to dress up.”

“Doesn’t it hurt?”

Falcon frowned. These days, more and more guys are tick-tick-tick-tick-tick.

But well, at least during the battle, they were the guys who silently listened to everything even if I said anything.

Yes. I’m patient.

Falcon buried his back in the chair. After completing the last quest, he distributed the gold from the quest in proportion.

“…Good. The calculations are perfect.”

“Even if there is nothing good about the leader, this one thing is amazing.”

“Only at times like this is the leader. Uh. And this too.”

Boom!

The table shook. As the alcohol splashed out, the mercenary members spat out swear words.

“Put it down carefully.”

“What is this?”

“…Ancient Forest Expedition?”

“Isn’t that the neighborhood you must pass through to reach the fairy forest where the elves are?”

“You mean this is the expedition made by the 3rd princess that was only rumored to be there?”

“But isn’t that b*tch… not known for not having malt?”

“Will this be a success?”

Falcon took a sip of alcohol at the chattering expedition members.

“Look at the amount below.”

“Let’s see… the top of the employment…”

“The top of the bacon?”

“Oh. Going out a little… No crazy?!”

“That’s the right amount?!”

A lot. Okay. Many. That reaction is natural.

Amount several times the usual amount.

If you pass through the ancient forest and reach the fairy forest, you can get the fruit that they grow themselves.

The fruit, which is treated with a special coating and does not wither, is traded at a high price for nobles.

It is also used when making elixirs. And it’s not just that. The Fairy Forest is literally a long-hidden treasure trove.

It was common sense that there were many things you could get if you could enter.

“It’s natural to write that much. And, to put it mildly… Not only the negligence, but also the opening of the first trade route with the Fairy Forest, which has been out of business for decades. Just taking part in it makes a lot of noise.”

“…Hmm. It is, but…”

“Honestly, if it’s an ancient forest…”

“Yes. It’s dangerous. Have we ever been in danger? I don’t think it was.”

“……”

“Now, let’s hit it big and take a break. I mean that sounds good And then…”

The falcon glanced around.

“There are a lot of guys who are aiming for it. The garden will fill up soon. You have to decide when the top of the bacon is here. I heard you’re leaving in two days.”

“…What good.”

“If only I could earn this kind of money at once.”

“Hurry up before the other guys hit the ball…”

Boom!

The door of the mercenary office and tavern was wide open. A group of people poured out.

Parties wearing deep robes and others looking like short dwarfs.

Falcon glanced up at them. These are guys you haven’t seen around. Among Rob’s party, a particularly large giant was also included.

The tail exposed behind the clothes. Falcon was aware of the movement of the scales.

“…Lizard?”

“What? Lizard?”

At the muttered words, a mercenary growled and stood up. It was very dangerous to walk as if drunk.

“What the f*ck… there is a lizard…? Dog f*cking…Because of you…One of my arms is f*cking…”

A mercenary who participated in the war against Lizard. He stumbled to the giant’s front.

“Get out of the way.”

“What’s wrong with getting out of the way…!”

His hand trembled. As he fell alone, he flipped back the robes of the party next to him, not the giant in front.

Black hair exposed. The eyes resembling those of a languid cat become sharp in an instant.

Wooddeuk.

There was a sound of bones breaking. The drunken man fell on the floor and made a croaking sound.

“What now…!”

The clerk who was about to shout stopped. All sounds stopped. Falcon saw that his raised hand trembled.

“What is this…”

It was quiet.

Everything was quiet.

Black magic instantly covered the surroundings. Can’t breathe properly All it can do is make a croaking sound.

“This, this is…”

It was simply black magic covering the surroundings. But even with that alone, I couldn’t move as if there was a string hanging around my neck.

That’s an unbelievable amount of mana! How could such a person exist…?!

“Oh oh oh…! What is this…!”

An exclamation burst out. The person who was sipping a drink in the corner of the tavern smiled broadly.

He passed through the thick concentration of magical power casually. He stood tall in front of Maya.

Until the clap as it is.

“Excellent! Very good! There is no technique or delicacy, but what a beautiful talent!”

“Calm down. Maya.”

As soon as the man blocked her way, the rampaging black magic disappeared in an instant. Falcon gasped for breath and raised his head with difficulty.

I saw a man in a black robe whispering.

“Give her her to me.”

A grotesque skull was drawn inside one pupil.

“I’ll give you any amount of money. It would be nice if we could solve it through conversation. Aren’t we intellectuals? I don’t think it’s necessary to mix hands.”