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I Got a New Skill Every Time I Was Exiled, and After 100 Different Worlds, I Was Unmatched (Web Novel) - Chapter 362: Excessively Sweet Nectar, Ironically, Attracts No One to Partake
Chapter 362: Excessively Sweet Nectar, Ironically, Attracts No One to Partake
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“Good morning, Ed-san! Tia-san!”“Hey, good morning.”
“Good morning, Jinku. And good morning to you too, Doma and Kain.”
“Good morning!”
The next day dawned, and we met in front of the Adventurer’s Guild, exchanging light greetings. While Jinku seemed fine, it was a bit surprising to see Doma and Kain in good spirits.
“Well, both of you seem fine.”
It was common for those who experienced death to struggle to recover and end up quitting the adventurer’s life. Although yesterday was filled with shock and excitement, after a night’s rest, reality might have sunk in, and fear could have taken over. However, it seemed that wasn’t the case.
“Of course! If I get down from something like that, I won’t become a top-rate adventurer!”
“I’m honestly a bit scared, but… being with Jinku-kun and Doma-kun makes it a bit easier.”
“Hahaha, I see. It’s good, you know? Rather than being reckless and diving into something without fear, someone who acknowledges the fear but still gathers the courage to move forward becomes stronger. If you’re going to continue as adventurers, cherish that feeling.”
“Thank you… Fufufu.”
As I patted Kain’s head, he shyly smiled. Yes, while they were influenced by their friends, they weren’t being dragged down. It seemed they would be okay.
“So, Ed-san, about us traveling together for a while, what do you think? Any requests or…”
“Ah, yeah. About that…”
Looking up at me with enthusiasm, Jinku was met with a scratching of my head and a somewhat hesitant response.
“Well, you see, we’ve got a bit of a tricky request on our end. I’d prefer to prioritize that if possible…”
“Does that mean we won’t be able to stay together anymore?”
“No, no! You guys haven’t even taught me anything yet!”
“Don’t say that, Doma-kun! Ed-san and the others said they would take care of us out of pure kindness.”
“Well, yeah, but…”
Gradually, as I began speaking, the three of them each showed their own reactions. However, my statement wasn’t finished yet.
Interjecting in my half-hearted response, Jinku seemed concerned. However, I hadn’t finished speaking yet.
“No, it’s not like that. If you guys are okay with it, I’m thinking of taking you along.”
“Really!? That’s great!”
“However, what we’ll be doing is a world tour. We’ll go through all the surrounding three countries and talk to each country’s Demon King.”
“A world tour!? And talking to all the Demon Kings…!?”
“That’s dangerous! If we go to other countries, won’t we be attacked and killed right away!?”
“No, no, it’s not as dangerous as you guys think. In fact, there’s usually interaction between countries. Around here might be an exception, but in towns closer to the center, adventurers from other countries are quite common, including beastmen and lizardmen.”
“Is that so? Wow, the world is vast…”
“But a world tour sounds impossible. Right, Jinku… Jinku?”
Deep in thought, Jinku raised his head and looked straight at me, asking.
“Can we really go along with you? We don’t have any money.”
“Yeah, it’s fine. We’ll cover the travel expenses entirely. I can’t promise a luxurious journey, but I guarantee you’ll have regular meals and stay in normal inns. There will be dangers, of course, but we’ll do our best to protect you. As long as you don’t do anything foolish, you shouldn’t die. Well, then, we’ll probably come back here in about a year or two at the earliest. It’ll be a kind of training journey.”
“Two years…”
“Well, don’t rush to decide. As initially planned, I’ll keep an eye on you for about a week… or so. If we’re not attacked during that time, it should be fine. You can decide whether to come with us or not at that time.”
“Okay…”
Giving a somewhat forced response to my nonchalant words, Jinku seemed lost in his own thoughts. Meanwhile, Kain and Doma, who had been talking as if it were someone else’s matter, showed bewildered expressions.
(Oh, this seems bad.)
Internally making that judgment, I led the group of novice adventurers toward the guild to take on a nearby subjugation request, intending to ease them into the adventuring life.
Jinku’s POV
“You guys, seriously, you’re way too careless. If we weren’t here, you’d be seriously injured, you know?”
“I’m sorry…”
Ed-san’s words carried more exasperation than irritation, causing me to drop my shoulders in disappointment. Indeed, today’s job was unusually harsh. I couldn’t deny that my mind had been preoccupied with the morning’s discussion, making it impossible to concentrate.
“……”
And it seemed the same went for my companions. Whether it was my hesitation that concerned them or something else, both Doma and Kain kept glancing over at me. Vigilance towards the surroundings and dealing with demonic beasts had become secondary. The fact that we were safe now was solely due to Ed-san and Tia-san, who had intervened.
I understood it myself. But even if I understood, there was nothing I could do about it. So, as I looked down in frustration, Tia-san intervened on my behalf, addressing Ed-san.
“Don’t be too hard on them, Ed. It’s only the day after yesterday, and being tired is natural. Don’t worry too much… How about taking a break from work tomorrow and going out to eat something delicious?”
“But, well…”
“Ah, well, given the circumstances, that might be a good idea. While we can handle the requests you guys are taking on, it’s too frightening to let you fight demonic beasts in this lax state. Take a short break and get back in shape, alright?”
“…Understood.”
I couldn’t reject that proposal. I would probably still be pondering this morning’s events even tomorrow. As Ed-san and Tia-san left after patting my shoulder, I turned to my companions once again.
“Sorry, both of you. It’s my fault, isn’t it?”
“Well, yeah. Hey, what’s bothering you? You’re not seriously thinking of going with Ed-san and the others, right?”
“That’s… I can’t answer that immediately.”
To Doma’s question, I couldn’t give an immediate response. However, my hesitation seemed to be the answer itself. Doma grabbed my shoulder and confronted me.
“You idiot, what are you thinking? Two years? Leaving this place for two years and traveling to all the Demon King’s countries? We, beginners, can’t possibly do that!”
“That’s right, Jinku-kun! It’s impossible no matter how you look at it!”
“But, but Ed-san and the others will protect us…”
“They’re not seriously inviting us! It would have been different if it was someone we had known for a long time, but they just met us yesterday! Going on a journey to meet all the Demon Kings and using their money to bring along rookies? Hah, believing in something like that is just foolish!”
“Ugh! Well, if you put it that way…”
Doma’s words made me realize once again how impossible the invitation I received was. But, what if…
“I also think that maybe they were subtly suggesting that we decline. Because, no matter how you look at it, we won’t be of any use to them. Still, taking us along, and when we reach the Demon King’s country, what if they sell us off as slaves or something…”
“Kain!? Who do you think saved you and Doma!?”
“I know! But, thinking about it that way, there’s no reason for them to take us along. Yet, they’re willing to take us on a job, take care of us, and let us gain experience… I don’t understand, and honestly, it’s a bit scary.”
“Ugh…”
The more I heard from the two, the more I realized how true their words were. But, even so…
“Sigh. They said the departure is a week later, so we can think about it until then. I want you guys to get back to your senses as soon as possible! Hahaha!”
Saying that while laughing, Doma walked away. Unable to handle my own feelings, I clenched my fists painfully, watching his retreating figure.
