I've heard that a skilled newcomer has recently joined the clan.

　In a room of the adventurer clan called Notorious, a man wearing a black hood spoke to Siryu. Siryu is the master of this room and the leader of Notorious.

He is the leader of Notorious.

"How are they now?

"Well. They're like chickens laying golden eggs. They seem to have come from the countryside and don't know the amount of reward they get for defeating demons or the market price of weapons and equipment. And yet, in terms of ability, they're as good as our middle class. You've got a hell of a find.

...... By the looks of it, you've cut out a lot of the middleman.

Hahaha. No, I'm sorry. In fact, it's not like we're cutting out the middleman, we're not giving them all the money.

　I'm not sure what to make of that. In return, he gave Kate and her friends minimal equipment, cheap food, and a shabby room.

　But Kate and her friends were happy with that.


"It's like I'm taming them.

"They're the easiest people I've ever met. At this rate, I'm going to make all of you owe me a debt for some random reason, and then you'll spend the rest of your lives as adventurers just bringing money into my house.

"As usual, your methods are unbelievable. I'm not sure if that's a good thing or not. I can't help but be worried about the future of Glendale.

　The hooded man's mouth was full of joy as he said this.

I'm sure you're not the only one.

I'm sure you'll agree. I'm not sure I have any loyalty to a country that wants to use me for cheap.

　The man who confirmed that Shiliu's room had been warded to inhibit recognition took off his hood.

And so, Lord Kee-Lu. What is this request of yours?

　The one who had come to Notorious hiding his true identity was Kiel, the vice-captain of the 20th unit of the Royal Knights. He had come to Shiliu's room without being seen by anyone.

I need a few pawns for my war research. I'd like them to be as sturdy as possible and reasonably powerful.

"Ah. That's assuming they can't be returned?

"...... probably.

　No return - that means a high probability of death if you go on that mission.

"I see. Then let's send the two new recruits.

Are you sure?　Aren't they the chickens that lay the golden eggs?

No, sir. I've got information about a village full of people who are as ignorant as they are, but more powerful.

Yeah. They'd be easy to fill if the need arose.

That's what I'm saying. And lately, I've grown tired of looking into their hopeful eyes. ......

Ha-ha-ha. If those people who adore you and are trying to help you heard those words, they would break your heart.

I don't care about that. I don't care. I only want people who bring me money. The ones who will honestly absorb our technology and knowledge will become a threat. They're especially dangerous.

　Shiloh and Notorious's senior adventurers had no intention of training Kate and Aria to be top-notch adventurers. They only wanted to teach them the bare minimum of knowledge, and then continue to exploit them.

　And yet...


"They really don't know anything!　Why are they trying to dismantle demons with their bare hands?　Use a tool, use a tool!　How the hell can they tear up demons with their bare hands?

　In order to check their abilities as adventurers, Shiliu had Kate and her team hunt a C-ranked demon. It's a good idea to have a good idea of what you're doing. The problem was how to dismantle the defeated monster.

In the end, Kate twisted the horns of the metal sheep with her bare hands, which would have been impossible to cut without a dismantling saw. And Aria pulled out the demon's magic stone with her hand knife.

　"I got it! He's an A-rank adventurer, and his face turns pale when he remembers Aria smiling while holding up the bloody demon stone.

　He's an A-rank adventurer, and he's not flinching at the thought of demon flesh and blood. What gave him a bit of fear was the carefree smile that the 15-year-old girl showed him.


　Kate and Aria knew nothing of this.

　They didn't know the amount of reward they would receive for defeating the demon, nor the market price of weapons and equipment. Nor did they know that there were tools suitable for dismantling demons. That it's better to use magic instead of just throwing a lump of magic. .......


　In the event that you're not sure what to do, you'll be able to find out how to do it. That's because the original knew too little.

"Oh, they'll definitely become monsters soon. So if there's a chance to use them up, I'd like to get rid of them as soon as possible. If you want more like them, we'll restock.

"Hmm. If you're so sure, I don't mind. I don't have a problem with strong pieces. So, here's the request. I'll pay you as usual after everything is done, okay?



It's okay. If any of the new recruits disappear...

I'll take care of it. I'll take care of it.

Thank you. Goodbye.

Okay. Please explain to the newcomers.

　And with that, Kiel disappeared.


"...... Well. Let's give them one last request.

　Shillue headed for Kate and the others.

　I'm sure you'll be happy to hear that.