Chapter 248
Worry
Translator : PolterGlast
Arriving at the Dungeon City, I explained the
situation to the soldiers and decided to have them protect the three for the
time being. I plan to take in Lucas, but it's better to have them
properly verified first. The Curse Mystery itself wasn't such a strong
monster, but I'm tired in many ways, so I'll return to the inn and get some
light sleep. Rotating my shoulders to loosen them, I returned to my room.
The next morning, after taking a nap, I woke up. In the end,
I haven't even slept for three hours, but I'm normally worried about the three
people I rescued. Yesterday, only Lucas appeared unstable, but it
wouldn't be strange if the other two were also mentally devastated. To go see
how they are, I first met up with Ginia and Aoi to explain what
happened yesterday.
「Fwaaa, good morning Graham!
What are we doing today?」
「Capturing together with Gree-san
again... wait? Graham-san, isn't your complexion bad?」
Immediately upon meeting, Ginia said that to me. It
was only a nap, but I properly took some sleep, and I think I'm fine
physically... but the feeling of worry might be showing on my face.
「Physically there's no problem.
However, I went to subjugate a wanted poster monster last night. I'm a little
worried about the people I helped then.」
「Eh? Last night, you went to
subjugate something again after coming back!? You're too much of a physical
monster!」
「I wish you would have said
something... but we were fast asleep, so I can't say much. So, where are the
people you helped?」
「I took them to the guardhouse,
and they're currently being protected by the soldiers. Time-wise, I think they
should be finished being questioned.」
「In that case, let's go see how they
are! They were captured by a monster, right? I'm normally worried too!」
「Indeed. Let's go immediately.」
Since Ginia and Aoi, who understood
immediately, said they would come along, the three of us headed to the guardhouse.
Explaining about the Curse Mystery in detail on the way, we arrived at
the guardhouse. Inside the guardhouse, I could see the figures of
the two sleeping and the figure of Lucas sitting with his head down.
From this difference in state, I'm indeed worried about Lucas.
「Ah, Graham-san. We've heard
various things from those who were protected. Thank you truly for saving them
this time.」
「No, I just happened to be able to
save them, so there's no need for thanks. More importantly... are the three of
them okay?」
「Moret-san and Sasha-san have already been able to get in
touch with their families, and I think they'll be able to return around noon.
...However, only Lucas-san seems to have no family, and as for me, I'm
quite worried as well.」
It was good that the two seemed to be okay. However, as
expected, it seems Lucas has no one he can rely on.
「Is it okay if I go inside? I want to
talk with Lucas for a bit.」
「Of course it's okay. Please, go
inside.」
Getting permission from the soldier, I entered the room.
After looking at the two sleeping comfortably, I called out to the drooping Lucas.
「Lucas, are you okay?」
「Ah, Graham-san. ...Yes, I'm
okay. Thank you truly once again for saving me.」
Until I called out to him, he was in a daze, and he started
speaking as if a switch had been flipped when I spoke. It's obvious his mental
state is damaged, and as expected, it's better if I protect him.
「As I've said many times, I don't
need thanks. Rather than that, why don't you come to Biodasdal with me?」
「Thank you truly for not only saving
me but also offering such kind words. However, I wish to remain in the Dungeon
City.」
「Is there a reason?」
「Yes. I had decided with my
companions that we would become the best adventurers in the Dungeon City.
As atonement for being the one who survived, fulfilling my promise with
everyone is the only thing I can do.」
So Lucas found a reason to live in a promise with his
companions. If he were in a normal state, I would have supported him
honestly... but his complexion and eyes are strange, and I can't help but be
bothered by the word "atonement."
「I think that's a good goal. However,
if you're going to dive into the dungeon, do you have anyone you plan to form a
party with?」
「No. I intend to dive solo.」
「Solo, huh. Sorry to the Lucas
who has made up his mind, but to me, that doesn't sound at all like a statement
from someone aiming to be the best adventurer in the Dungeon City.」
I told him that flatly. Lucas likely intends to set a
goal in order to live, but it only looks like he's searching for a place to
die.
「N-No. Truly, the best in the Dungeon
City...」
「In that case, wouldn't asking for
instruction from me, who single-handedly subjugated the Curse Mystery
and saved everyone, be the shortcut?」
「I cannot do that. I cannot be any
more of a burden to Graham-san――」
「If you think you can become strong
while worrying about being a burden, then you're too soft, Lucas. If you
seriously want to make the dream with your companions come true, you don't have
time to be concerned about appearances.」
「............Graham-san, will
you give me instruction?」
「Depends on the conditions. You will
help with the orphanage I run in Biodasdal. If it's a case where
I give instruction as compensation for that, then I don't mind.」
「...Please hire me. I seriously want
to become the best adventurer in the Dungeon City.」
While his expression is still dark, it seemed a little bit of strength returned to his eyes. I don't know if this method is correct, but the only thing I can do is make Lucas stronger. Swearing so in my heart, I decided to take Lucas back to Biodasdal.
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