The construction of the guild is much the same as Horizon.
　There is a counter for reception, a bulletin board with a request list posted, and a place for adventurers to interact with each other.
　Although it's larger than Horizon, and several times larger in size...the rest of the basic construction is the same.

　Axe and Cell were sitting in their chairs, talking to an unknown adventurer.
　Perhaps they were discussing a request.

''Ah ... it's been a while.''
Yeah, I know.

　Awkward greetings are exchanged.
　Neither me nor Axe look at the other properly.
　They are lightly averting their gaze and looking awkward.

'Ooh, it's Cell. It's been a while...''
How are you doing?
Yes. I guess you don't have to ask me about it.

　The ladies seem to be free of awkwardness and are happy to see each other again after a long time.
　Seeing such a partner, Axe panicked.

''Oh, come on, Sel. Why are you being so friendly with me?
'Funny you should say that. It's not normal to do this since you've met a familiar face. Or do you want me to make a bad face?
I didn't say that but, you know, me and Rain and the others...
We had a falling out.
Well, if you know what I'm talking about, why don't you...?
Oh Axe. Are you stupid?

　Cell says in a dumbfounded manner.
　The word seemed to be unexpectedly bearable, and Axe pulled a face.

''We used to be at odds with each other, but now there's no reason to be at odds with each other, right?　We had fights, but that doesn't mean we wanted to kill each other. Or is Axe never going to make up with someone he's had a fight with for the rest of his life?
'Not really, but it's just out of the blue. You can't divide it up that easily.
That's because you're a kid.

　So, does that mean I'm a kid in an awkward situation...?
　I wanted to ask her, but I didn't want to because I was afraid she'd say, "You're right.

''I mean I'm sorry. I didn't mean to interrupt the conversation.

　Cell apologized to the adventurer he was talking with.
　Like a good-natured person, he returned the smile.

'Don't worry about it. From what I hear, you know each other, right?　I'm going to go, so you might as well make some old friendships.
Thank you.
Hey, hey, I'm not...
Well, I'll see you about that later.

　The adventurer left the guild, leaving a smile on his face.

''.........''
....

　Silence.
　They leave it up to me to talk to them, and they don't say anything.
　The cell also doesn't say anything, as it seems to have given Axe the lead in the conversation.

"Uh ... how are you doing?

　I didn't want to be silent the whole time, so I threw in some safe words.

'Well. How about you?
You see?
'You're still the same harem.......d*mn it. If only I was surrounded by beautiful girls like that....
Oh, dear. If you're not happy with me, you can dismiss me at any time, okay?
'I'm sorry, it was my fault, so please don't say that!

　Axe was on his knees at the speed of light.

'I didn't see how you just got down on your knees...'
That's amazing ... that's quite something to do.

　Kanade and Tania were shivering in a strange way.

'You look fine,'
...and Rain and the others.

　We were finally able to smile at each other, if only briefly.

　Once I thought we'd lost touch, but....
　It wasn't like that and we were able to mingle again.

　Well, I don't know if we'll ever get along as well as we did when we were traveling together, just seeing each other...
　Still, I'm honestly glad to be able to talk to him again.

'Do you have time?　Well we've got some time on our hands. I wouldn't mind a little company.
You're a bit of a smartass, aren't you?
You're a bit of a tantrum, aren't you?
Shut up!

　Axe blushed and shouted at Sora and Luna's tweaks.

　We decided to accept Axe's invitation and took our place at the table.
　By the way, since there were so many people, we decided to connect the two tables together.

　Once everyone was seated, Cell smiled softly.

'Once again ... it's been a while. I'm glad to see you're doing well.
Looks like you two haven't changed.
Oh, does that mean you haven't grown up?
No, I don't mean... has Cell gotten meaner?
I'm just kidding.
...You guys are so close, aren't you?

　Axe turned his zit eyes on me.

''Cell's smile is for me alone, guh!
Who owns who?
I'm sorry, I'm sorry I got carried away.

　Axe looks like he's in agony.
　Perhaps he's being trampled on.

'By the way, why did Rain and the others go to King's Landing?　Maybe he's changed his base of operations?
No, I'm not saying that. I just thought I'd take the test.
Are you an "A" student?
'Yeah. After Axe and Cell left, there was a little incident in Horizon and once I solved it, I got promoted to a B rank. That's when I heard about the A-rank promotion test, so.
I see. It's good, isn't it?　I think Rayne and the others will be accepted without a problem. But still........is this a fate?
Yeah?　What does that mean...
Don't tell. These things are more interesting if you don't tell anyone.

　It sounds like there's something going on, but Cell isn't going to tell me.
　The kid looks like he's planning a prank, so I guess that's not a bad thing...but...hmmm...I'm curious.



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Well, we'll be on our way.

　After talking for a while, Cell said and stood up.
　Axe follows suit and gets up from his seat.

　Before I knew it, about 30 minutes had passed.
　It looks like we've talked to each other unexpectedly.

''I'll see you again if you like. Here's the contact information for the inn we're staying at.
Thank you. We haven't found a place to stay yet, so I'll let you know when we do.
I'll be waiting. Come on, let's go, Axe.
I know. But first... uh, Rain.
Yeah?
I'll see you later.
Yeah, again.

　Aside from Cell, there is still some awkwardness with Axe.
　Still, we're getting closer and closer.

'Rain, you look happy.'
Really?
Yeah. I'm smiling at you.
''Well yes. I'm glad to hear it.

　Because at one time I thought I was completely out of touch with both of them.
　I'm thankful for the fate that didn't happen.

''Well let's do what we have to do.
"It's a culinary tour of King's Landing!
No, sir.
I'm applying for a promotion exam.
'Tina's right, don't forget your purpose, okay?　We'll have a gourmet tour afterwards.
I heard that!　It's a promise!

　With a wry smile, I head to the reception desk.

'Excuse me,'
Yes, what is it?
You mean, Natalie?

　For some reason, Natalie was working as a receptionist.

'Oh, you know Natalie?'
'What?　Huh?
'Huh, by the looks of it, you must have mistaken me for Natalie.
Isn't it...?
No, sir. My name is Nunnery, my twin sister. It's nice to meet you.

　I was surprised.
　I didn't expect Natalie to have a twin sister who is also a receptionist for the Adventurer's Guild....
　I guess he didn't tell us this because he thought we'd be surprised.
　Natalie, that was a bit of a tease.

Are you the Shroud?
How did you know about me?
I've heard a lot about you from my sister. A lot of things, you know..................

　What on earth are they talking about...?

What can I do for you today?
'I'd like to apply for the A-grade promotion exam, have you heard about it?　Oh, and here's a letter of introduction.
Yes, I'm listening. And I'll take a referral for you.

　Ms. Nunnally writes and compiles the documents in a crisp manner.
　She is just as good as Natalie.

''The procedure has been completed. The exam will be held at a later date, so please come back to the guild.''
Yes, sir.

　This is how I was going to take the A-ranked promotion exam.
　I don't know if I'll be able to pass it successfully, but....
　Let's give it our all and have no regrets.