I've become too famous in Onen, so I decided to go on a freewheeling trip for a while.
　The first destination is the royal capital, but I'll take a random side trip as I go.

　I'm sure you'll be able to find a good time to meet up with her at the Adventurer's Guild headquarters.

　...... Would you like to go with me if we have the same destination?　I thought about suggesting that the receptionist is too close to the adventurer, but I decided against it, as it seems to me that she's following him around with ulterior motives.

　Anyway, now that we've decided on our future plans, let's get moving.

　In the morning, I found Relic in the lobby of the Quiet Moon Pavilion, so I called out to him and decided to work out the details of the matter of having him buy the remains of the Orihalcon Golem.

''What?　Ko, you're going to the royal capital!
Yeah. So I was wondering what I should do with the remains of the golem.
If it's ......, would you be willing to take one quest?

　Relic's request was "I want you to carry the wreckage of the Orichalcong Golem to the Academy in the King's Capital".

''Even if I receive the wreckage here, I can't even carry it alone ....... I'm not sure I'd want to ask someone else to transport it for me, either. In that regard, if you're Ko-san, you don't have to worry about carrying it away, and even if you're attacked by demons or thieves, you'll definitely win.
...... You trust me a lot, don't you, me?
Of course!　He's strong, polite, and has an understanding of archaeology!　That's just a dream come true for me.　Honestly, I think the biggest thing I got out of Onen was not finding the ancient ruins, but meeting Ko-san.
...... Right.

　I turned my gaze away from Relic.
　When you express your fondness this straightforwardly, well, what the .......
　To be honest, I'm embarrassed.

I'm sure you're not the only one who has a sister in the academy in King's Landing. I'm sure you're more of a freak than me, but I'm sure Ko-san would be able to get along with you, so I'd appreciate your help.
'Relic, you knew you were a freak: ......'
Of course!　Unlike everyone else, that's fine, that's my belief!

　After we finished talking, me and Relic headed to the Adventurer's Guild to finish ordering and ordering the quests.
　Milia-san was at the reception desk, so I let her know that we're heading to the royal capital.

''Ko-san is also going to the royal capital ......!　I'm sure I'll be able to find a way to make it. I know a lot about the royal capital. I'll show you the royal capital when I meet you over there. I will show you, and show you, and show you all over!
Oh, oh, .......

　You look kind of happy or enthusiastic, Miria. ......
　I wonder what kind of place she's going to show us.
　I'm looking forward to it now.

　After greeting the guild master Jitan and instructor Guise, I walked out of the building.
　There, I bumped into someone I didn't expect to see.

　Pink hair and blue hair.
　They are the two girls I saved with the heel potion before.

''Thank you for what you did before!　I'm sorry it took me so long to thank you!
'You saved my life, I'm so grateful. ...... Don't you dress as a bear anymore?　Shame.

　The pink-haired girl is bright and fluffy and has a friendly vibe to her.
　If it were an anime or manga, she would be the type of girl who would be the main heroine.

　The blue-haired one gives the impression of being a fast-paced, mysterious type, while this one is more of a sub-heroine.

''Ah, um, [dragon killer]!

　The pink-haired one is a bit reserved, but she seems to have summoned up the courage to speak up.

I'm sure it's not going to be an impertinent request, but, well, um, ...... can you shake my hand?
'Handshake ......?　Yeah, I don't mind. ......

　I held out my right hand, and the pink-haired girl squeezed my hand with both hands.
　I feel like an idol.

'Thank you!　I won't wash these hands again!
No, I think it's better to be clean.

　I plunge in calmly.

'Okay, then I'll get you clean!

　You're quick to change your opinion!
　Is this what is called youth?
　It's too glaring for an old man like me.

　The blue-haired girl looked envious, so I held out my hand to her, and she squirmed and shook it, as if she was shy. It's kind of cute.


　* * *


　There are other people I should go say hello to.
　For example, the first person I helped in this world ...... is the great merchant Crom.

　I visited Krom's mansion and told him of my intention to leave the city of Onen.

I'm not going to be able to get the same thing done. There is the headquarters of the Scarlet Chamber of Commerce in the royal capital, and my son should be staying there for a while. I'll give you a letter of introduction, please meet with him.''

　So he's Mr. Crom's son.
　I heard he's going to take over as chairman of the Scarlet Chamber of Commerce, but I wonder what he's like.
　I know we're the same age, but I'm looking forward to meeting him.

　I'm looking forward to meeting him.
　I'm currently staying at the Quiet Moonlight Pavilion, and Krom is paying for a month's lodging for me.
　I apologize for canceling it in the middle of the trip, and I'll present you with a gift to make up for it.

　I'm sorry for that, and I'll give you some of the things I'm sorry for, such as Hikino tableware, a table, a chair, and some clothes made of pantilavit yarn.
　I removed the granting effect by [Granting Effect Removal] to avoid unexpected accidents.
　However, it's no doubt a top quality product, so it should be comfortable to use.

''This should be used by Chrome-san. If your son says it's okay to handle my item, I'll give you the portion to sell again.
'Oh ......!　Sorry, thank you for your concern. I'm sure you'll be envied around Count Mayard.

　Later, I heard from Mr. Crom that Count Mayard heard about this from somewhere and came to visit Mr. Crom's house.
　When he saw the chairs and tables I had made, he said, "I see that this was done by Lord Hero, wonderful ......! He sighed in admiration and said, "Let me know as soon as it's up for sale! He asked Mr. Chrome to do it.



　Anyway, the preparations for leaving the city of Oonen progressed crisply.
　We could pack our luggage in the item box, and even if we forgot something, we could come back with 【Spatial Leap】.
　Skills are really useful.


　A few days later in the evening, I met up with Iris and we decided to go to a certain tavern.
　It's that restaurant that Iris had taken me to the day I fought the black dragon, but it was closed.

　The shop is located on a back street and has a rather relaxed atmosphere.
　It's perfect for a leisurely drink.

The food here is really good. That's why I come here often.

　As Iris had said, the dishes were all excellent.
　In particular, the "Onen Jidori Chicken in Red Wine" was a delight to the taste buds with its deep and rich flavor.

　Iris doesn't usually drink much alcohol, but she had ordered a low alcohol fruit wine that day.
　However, it seems that she is still not a big fan of alcohol, and she was soon drunk.

'...... ko, you're leaving town, right?'

　Iris looks up at me with a red face as she gingerly puts her face on the table.

'So, when do we leave?'
Tomorrow.
...... eh, wait, it's too soon!
'We don't have much luggage, and we have an item box.
Well, I wouldn't be any more comfortable if it was ....... ......

　Can't we take it easy?
　What's he talking about?

　I'm not sure, but I'll take care of some unfinished business on my own.
　I took out three heal potions from the item box.

''I told you before that I was going to give away the Heal Potion. Take them.
...... No, Ko still has it.

　When Iris said that, she drank down the remaining fruit wine in her glass.
　I'm not sure if it's because of the alcohol, but she turns her moist eyes to me.

I haven't even been able to protect Ko yet. You can't get paid for something that isn't worth the cost. ......, so give it to me again when I am able to be of proper use to you.
Are you sure?　I'm leaving Onen now, and you'll be handing me a heel potion a long time from now.
In that case, I'm coming with you.
...... hmm?
"I'm coming with you, Ko. ...... You said it yourself. I'm sure you've been living deep in the mountains for a while now and have no common sense. I think you need a companion to follow up on that.
Well, yeah, that's true.
Right?

　For some reason, Iris gave him a big smile and leaned over from across the table.

'Then, look, about a bunch!　Promise!　Tomorrow, I'll be with you!
All right, all right. Meet me at the gate.
'Yeah!　Ehehe, good for you: ......

　I'm not sure what makes me so happy, but in any case, Iris is going to be accompanying me.
　She's an older adventurer, so she'll certainly be able to help us in our journey through this world.

　After our discussion, the two of us left the store.

Ko, what do you want to do now?
Yes. ......

　Then I remembered one thing I'd been working on at Onen.
　Well, I had gotten an invitation to the casino from a guy named Dice Move.

　It's my last night at the Ounen, and it's not a bad idea to have a party.

　Alright.
　Let's go.


　* * *.


　At this time I hadn't realized it yet.
　I hadn't dreamed that this or that aspect of the casino would also be subjected to the 【Powers of Dexterity】.