'It's easier to match the standards.

After the meal, Citri led us to Gula's lair, which was almost identical to the one we had stayed in Elan.
As expected, the exterior was a little different, but the interior and the structure of the rooms were surprisingly identical to those in Elan.

Sitri has always had a strange obsession.

But that bunch of keys ............ doesn't mean there are as many hiding places as there are keys, does it?
I've only seen a few, but it wasn't more than ten or so. It's only been about five years since I became a hunter. If he's prepared that many hideouts in five years, then Citri's handiwork is extraordinary. And his worry is also unusual.

The brand-new hideout, like Elan's, showed no signs of being used on a daily basis. Reece says in disgust.

'Bad taste ...... Sito, are you doing something you need to hide from so badly?

...... Well, I won't go into detail. I'm sure Sitri has thought of everyone and prepared for them.
And now it's useful. .......

Sitri is bringing in the bags, airing out the house with a brisk motion, and checking the rooms. When she starts moving, all I can do is sit there.
As I prepare the tea, Sitri says to me as if we were making small talk.

'Twice in four and a half days, or ...... the same pace as always.

'The pace is ...... well, even though it's a big country, it's full of dangers, isn't it?

In the event that you have any questions concerning where and how to use the internet, you can call us at the web site. Zebrudia is a large country that regularly thins out the demons in its vicinity, but even so, patterns like Elan's still occur.
This is one of the reasons why armed treasure hunters are developing, and about half of the adventures of the Ghost of Sorrows were against demons.

'Oh, yeah. When Krai-chan is gone, there won't be many demons, so I'm bored. ......'

'It's a ............ coincidence.'

I don't like it when you say things like that like it's my fault. It's not like I'm charging into danger on purpose.

'Yes! You're right! You're right!

But I'm feeling pretty good this trip. Liz is in a good mood, and Luke's absence is working in our favor.
If Luke and Liz had been together, I'm sure I would have been uncontrollable and would have tried to go hunting for thunder spirits and orc packs as if I were going for a walk.

She sat down next to the sofa and wrapped her arms around my neck. The close proximity is a sign of stress. Although the intensity of the skinship is a problem, I think it is better than coming back with blood on my hands.
I hope that Liz will be able to experience the benefits of peace and quiet on this trip.

But more importantly, she had to think about Tino.

Master doesn't seem to mind, but he seems to be in a very bad way. There were dark circles under his eyes, as if he hadn't slept at all, and his complexion was pale. His eyes are also bloodshot.
His consciousness is distracted all the time. His movements were somewhat sluggish even when he had lunch at an appropriate restaurant earlier.

He is in a state unbecoming of a solo hunter who needs to take extra care of his health. Even now, instead of sitting down, he is standing and staring out the window.

I'm sure you've got your training stopped, and you've got your strict Liz under control, but you don't seem to be enjoying your vacation very much.
...... Well, you might think that since it's just Citry, me, and Liz, the vacation has just begun, and if the current situation continues, she might collapse.

This is where I, the master of the clan, should step in.

'Alright, Tino. Let's go eat something sweet together.'

'............What?'

Tino looks back at me and his eyes widen. Her movements are also much slower than usual.

My guess is that the cause of Tino's illness is nervousness. Surrounded by the dreaded sister and the dreaded (in a sense) sister Citly for twenty-four hours a day, there would be no time to relax.
Otherwise, a hunter who is accustomed to staying in the field wouldn't be short of sleep just because he can't rent a bed. Even poor me wouldn't.

I'll leave Ryz and Sitri alone for now and let them get some rest. It might be a good idea to ask them about their problems while you're at it. I'm not sure I can give you a solution, but I can introduce you to someone who can.
Upon hearing my words, Liz, who had been clinging to me in a good mood, clearly became depressed. Sitri's expression also clouded for a moment, but then returned to his usual smile.
Both Sitri and Liz were not fond of sweets.

'............Eh, ......that......'

Tino looked at her and me alternately with an uneasy expression. She hugged me tightly and silently, as if to protest.

Both Lizzie and Cicely have a weakness for sweets. It's not just that they don't like them. They hate it.
Even when they have to eat them, they look like they're having a hard time, so when I go out with Liz and the others, we rarely go out to eat sweets. She doesn't mind drinking shitty potions, so I guess her taste buds have developed in a strange way.

I'm sure you'll find a lot of people who'd like to know more about this.

'Why don't you go to ..................?

'! That ...... sister of yours--'

'.................. If I'm here, Cry-chan will be very careful, won't she? You should know that.

What?

I'm not sure if you're familiar with the unprincipled master or not, but Tino's mouth dropped open in surprise.
I'm not going to be able to do that. I'm not going to stop going even if you look at me like that,........

'That ...... Citrie, your sister is ......'.

Tino then looked towards Citry.
I'm not sure if I'm going to be able to do it.





'Well, children like Tee, Cry-chan isn't interested in them either. ...... It's not a date, it's just an escort. Tee, I think you know that, but don't make the mistake of thinking that Cry-chan is just being nice to you. I'll train you physically and mentally so you'll never be in that situation again when you get home.

'I'll coordinate it for you. If you're a guard, you can't wear the same outfit as usual. ...... If your outfit is too different from Krai's, it will be a disgrace to Krai, who is with you. It's not good for Tee. Regardless of their own perceptions, the people around them are also looking at them.

Before you know it, you'll be ready. When Tino came out of the bedroom, his appearance had changed dramatically.
He was wearing a long gray cloak that did not look like a bandit's, and a shortsword that hung quietly at his waist to hide it. Her usual revealing outfit, with her legs and shoulders exposed, looked like a bandit, but this outfit was hard to describe. The ribbon that binds her hair has changed from red to white, and the dark circles under her eyes have disappeared.

The ribbon that binds her hair has changed from red to white, and the dark circles under her eyes have disappeared.

'From the point of view of guarding and hiding my identity, this was the limit. If I wore plain clothes or a skirt, it would have looked like a date. I'm sorry, but as you can see, I don't have a lot of inconspicuous equipment like Cry's treasure, and my ...... equipment is minimal. You can follow me at ......'.



'Don't worry . I'll be right back if there's a problem.'

Meanwhile, unlike Tino, who needed to prepare, I was dressed as usual - fully armed.
From the tips of my toes to the top of my head, I'm armed with the treasure that my clan's mages worked so hard to recharge for me. It's not perfect yet, but it should be enough to protect Tino and bring him back here if something happens.

'Cry, I'm sure you're fine, but ...... no matter how cute you are, don't mess with my Tee-chan, okay?

Sitri says in a joking tone.

I don't know what you think I am,...... but I'm sure it's just a joke, and if I say it like that, Tino might shrink.

Then, Citry changed his gaze from my frowning to Tino's and said with a smile.

'Tee-chan, listen to me carefully. If you mess with my Kry-san, ...... I'll make sure you never have to think about such unnecessary things again.

'!

Tino shuddered in surprise at Citrine's earnest performance.
It's impossible for me to touch you, but it's even more impossible for you to touch me. I wonder what he's thinking.

'Klai-chan, come back as soon as you've eaten, okay? After that, we'll go on another date together, okay?

'I'll prepare dinner and restock the food. I'll make sure Tee can sleep well. Please come home soon, okay?

After being seen off by two anxious sisters, I took Tino, who was more unreliable than ever, and went out into the somber town.