I was lying unceremoniously on the fourth basement floor of the Healer's Guild.

''... what happened? When I thought our attack hit, I was blown away. I know I got hit by a large shield, but........

　Lionel, who lowered his large shield and carried a large sword, replied with a happy smile.

''I pulled the shield against my body until Luciel-dono attacked, and the moment the attack was blocked to our interval, I thrust the shield out in one go while using my walking technique to further close the interval towards Luciel-dono.


　We should have been almost in the middle of the training area but we were blown that far away.

'It's all about reading and timing, be diligent.

　I'm sure the fight between Master Brod and Lionel would have been terrific. I wanted to see the fight, but because I hit my head and felt unsteady on my feet like a concussion, I put my heel on my head and pointed my sword at Lionel again, and was about to point it at Lionel when the Piazza Priest Knight showed his face.

''What's the matter? Is it a raid?
　I call out to Piazza-san, who seemed too impatient, from here.

''It's not an attack, but many beastmen the masters of the Adventurer's Guild have gathered at the Healer's Guild together.
　His impatient expression made it easy to imagine that there really were a lot of beast people barging in.

''Well I guess I'll have to go.
　I muttered to myself and Lionel nodded in silence. I didn't want to go, but I got into the magic elevator, hoping to settle things here.

　I stepped from the basement to the first floor, and there I found the beastmen there, including Jasoan and the Jaius brothers.

　The healers were inside the counter, relieved to see me arrive, but happy to feel a little relied upon.

　Mr. Blitz, Mr. Dortus, and all the crime slaves were also unarmed, and they had built a human barricade to prevent many from entering the Healer's Guild.


''Lord Jasoan and Lord Gaius, what is this?''
　In front of them sat one human race and the beastmen. There was one person from each race being seated with the beastmen.

I'm glad you came, Luciel-dono. They are the reason for this. This is the human tribe that was bribed and the deputy guild master of the Medicine Master's guild, Gurohara.

　The man tied to the rope has a good-looking face, but you really can't tell a person by his appearance alone! I was thinking that while listening to Jasuan-dono's story.

''At the Osatatsu meeting, there were many people who received money from the dragon and tiger beast race who were involved in the injustice. It was all paid for by them. I want those who received the money to be refunded at a later date and receive it as compensation for the Healer's Guild.
...I'm allowed to talk about it, right?

'Well, that's what the delegates will decide on at the meeting, isn't it? Why is it up to you, Lord Jasoan?

It is customary for us, the dragon race, to be loyal to Lord Luciel, who has the blessing of the dragon race. As a result, the dragonborn have pledged to do their best to ensure the safety of the Healers' Guild and their fellow healers in Yenis, despite all the trouble they have caused you.

　...Is that like the dragon pact in fantasy? But more importantly, the blessing you got from the Holy Dragon is useful here, is it Gounan's idea?


''........How did you know you had Kago?''

"The Dragon People worship the Dragon Tribe Master. It is said that the dragon race gave birth to our people, and all the dragon race can sense the presence of the dragon race. That's why our compatriots there are also trembling over what they've done.

　That dragon man, who was still on his knees, was indeed shaking.

''So we have captured all the men who came to interfere yesterday, what do you plan to do with them?
Under Yenis's law, the ringleaders would be executed for show, those who were complicit would be enslaved, and those who were lesser punished would be compensated, but this time, if possible, I would like the Adventurers' Guild to purchase even those who were complicit in the conquest of the labyrinth, so that they can be the ones who can advance the conquest.

...use it up. Is that what you mean?
　I don't expect all people to be rehabilitated, but that's the law of the land.

'If you attack alive, you will be scheduled for a reduced sentence. When you're hiding in the labyrinth, you'll also recover, but we deem it an unstoppable sacrifice to take the lead and fight and disarm the trap.
　Lord Jasuan assured him.

''Well there is a condition to give it to you, but before we give it to you, there is no sign of the Yenis representative, Shazza, what happened to him?''

Representatives of each species and their entourage who were complicit in this matter, including him, are gone.

　I heard a story somewhere that actually happens.
　As I was listening to this, I heard a voice from among the men who were seated.

'I can tell you, but can you untie this rope?

What?

　It was Grohala who made that statement, grinning and demanding that, and Lord Jasuan responded.
　But as I looked at Grohala, I thought that if it was a pattern in the novel well, there were only three choices.
　Whether I was right or wrong, there would be a reaction.
　I tried to keep my cool and didn't look at him as I spoke, looking at Lord Jasoan.

'No, there's no need for that, Lord Jasuan. He became a bandit by capturing the labyrinth, fleeing to another country, or hiding in a surrounding village or cave. It could be any of those things. Well, if he's disappeared to his entourage, then he's probably in the labyrinth. I'm sure the raiders they captured didn't come back, so they were probably headed there for fear that this case would be discovered.

But a labyrinth? You won't be able to traverse it that easily.

''I don't know the actual strength of the demons in the labyrinth, so I can't say for sure, but Lord Shaza was proud of his own martial prowess. Therefore, he thought he could traverse the labyrinth, didn't he? He's either going to trudge through and put away his sins as a hero for defending Yenis, or he's going to take it as a souvenir to another country. Isn't that right?

　When he said that, Glohara's smile froze.
　Apparently, it was a figurehead.

'What? Then we must hurry and get to the labyrinth.
　As he said this, Lord Jasoan was about to leave, but was stopped by Lord Jaius.
''Wait, brother. This is just bringing the source of the problem and not solving anything. On the contrary, if you keep going on like this, you're just coming to impose a nuisance on the Healer's Guild.
Ununu, yes, but...
　I'm glad Lord Jaius is calm.

''Brother, head to the labyrinth with Lord Luciel. We'll wrap this place up here with the healers.
'Oh! That's my brother. You're in the right place at the right time.
And you will do your best to get them.
I got it! Then, Master Luciel, we must hurry.

　........I realized that these two are brothers. First of all, they don't think about other people. Next, they both get excited and decide on a direction. I hit the oak tree when the noise started to build up.

　It becomes quiet as a sound echoes through the guild with a pang.
　In order to take control of the atmosphere and make this momentarily stopped air flow for me, I immediately started giving instructions.

'As for priorities, I don't know that labyrinth. And if I were to judge them, would I be able to do so soon? You can't, can you? Let's prioritize and move on. First, I'll leave it to Mr. Jord to talk about these criminals, these slaves, and the underground raiders.
Are you... are you sure?
Yes. You'll have to convince me properly. You can do it, can't you?
Ha!
　He replied by straightening his posture and holding his right hand in front of his heart. As he watched, he called out to Lord Gaius.
'He is the one responsible for handling the attackers and criminals in this case. Please negotiate with him.''
"Haha.
　Gaius-dono bowed his head reverently.

''Those of you who are familiar with the information regarding the map of the labyrinth and the demons that appear will have a strategy meeting on the third floor. For the rest of you, please buy food and MP potions and other useful items for the attack with our Priest Knight. Blitz-san, please.
Ha!
　As I handed over three white gold coins, I left the large magic bag I bought when I left the Holy City and instructed them to put a note inside so that they could see what I put inside.

''The healers will remain here and do the business of the Healer's Guild. Doras-san, you will guard them, and Piazza-san, you will defend the criminal slaves and the guild as you have been doing.
"Ha.

'Nahlia, tell Doran and Paula to come with me to the Guildmaster's room.
Of course, Master.

Lionel and Ketty, follow me.
"What?" "Yes, meow.
Now then, Lord Jasoan, and those of you who are familiar with the labyrinth I mentioned earlier, please follow me.

　I say just that and move to the guild master's room on the third floor.

　I didn't give the dragon brothers and beastmen any time to buzz around, and pulled the air of the place towards us at once.
　The only reason why heading to the labyrinth has become a definite matter is because we didn't handle it well until now.

　It was permissible for an individual to talk to me with restraint, just because the other party was older. But my subordinates gave me a reassuring look as I came up from the basement.

　It was also an oak-tree to get them fired up, while reflecting that they had to act as the person in charge and not an individual, and that it's not too late to do so.

　He didn't even ask what Jord-san and the others thought of the slaves. But if I brought out the naivety that Lionel pointed out to me here, I didn't think they would trust me in the future.

　Then, for some reason, I felt empowered. Could it be that I had to do something I hadn't done before and it lit a fire?

　Gradually I tried to reinforce the reporting, communication, and consultation, but because I didn't tell them that, either by order or explanation, I couldn't understand how they felt, and they were only on the surface my people.

　I had to know their feelings and show them what I would do.

'But maybe it's true what they say about the Kashiwate's ability to pray to the gods and ward off evil spirits.

　I muttered to myself as I opened the door to the guildmaster's room.