Volume 2 Chapter 23 Guild Membership Test
I'm using the alias Zekefried for a certain reason to become an adventurer.
Now, I finish the procedures at the guild's reception.
"...Hey, Zeke"
A beautiful girl next to me tugs on my sleeve.
"...How do I look right now? Is it weird?"
"...No, the transformation magic is perfect."
Since we're going on an adventure together, I brought my earth dragon, Chippy, as my companion.
Cino is famous, after all.
By wearing a bracelet imbued with transformation magic, she maintains her human form.
"...That's not the point! Ugh! You're so stupid, Zeke!"
As we were talking, the procedures were completed.
"I want to dive into the dungeon right away."
This world has countless underground dungeons.
The guild manages the dungeons, and only adventurers can enter them.
My goal is there.
"I apologize. Only D-rank or higher adventurers with recognized abilities can enter the dungeon."
"That's right! Newbies should not butt in!"
For some reason, the former hero, Makhen, snaps at me.
Well, I don't care about him, so I just ignore it.
"Can't something be done? I want to dive into the dungeon right now."
"In that case, you need to take a test."
"A test?"
"There is a system where you fight a high-rank adventurer one-on-one, and if your ability is deemed suitable, you are specially allowed to enter."
I see, there are also cases where capable individuals become adventurers.
"That's fine. Please conduct the test immediately."
"Yes. The test can be conducted in 3 days at the earliest."
"Can't it be done right now?"
"No. The high-rank adventurers are all on quests. Besides, not many people try to take this test."
Well, even if I fought a high-rank adventurer, the chances of winning are slim, and getting hurt there would be foolish.
"That's a pain. I really want to dive into the dungeon."
Then, at that moment.
"Bwahaha! You've got some serious confidence! I like it!"
"G-Guild Master!"
A sturdy middle-aged man came down from a room on the second floor of the building.
Guild Master... this guy is the head of the adventurers' guild.
"I'll give you a special test."
"G-Guild Master! It's dangerous; you're a former S-rank adventurer. Besides, this might be... a bit too much."
Now, Makhen turns pale.
What's going on?
"Bah-ha-ha! No, I'm sorry. I'm not good at holding back. Hmm? Oh! Isn't that Makhen, who bravely faced me during the test?"
The Guild Master approaches Makhen and slaps him on the back.
"Hey, you should stop. This old man is incredibly strong and merciless."
It seems Makhen also tried to take the test, fought this old man, and lost.
"No need to worry. Just don't get involved with me."
"What's with that attitude! I was being kind and trying to help you! Oh, go get stomped, you fool!"
Ignoring Makhen, I speak to the Guild Master.
"I look forward to the test."
"Hmm, a polite man; I like it! But don't expect mercy!"
We move to a different location.
Behind the guild building, there was a training ground for adventurers.
It seemed to be a place they use for self-training.
Well, magic and skills can't be used in populated areas, and wasting them outside the town is dangerous.
It was like a circular arena.
I face the Guild Master.
"Boy? What's your weapon?"
"I will fight bare-handed."
"Oh, so you know martial arts. I'll use my full power then."
Clang, the Guild Master puts on gauntlets and grabs a huge greatsword.
"These are magic tools unearthed from the labyrinth, the [Gauntlets of Strength] which incredibly enhance my power, and the [Indestructible Greatsword] that never breaks or dulls no matter the attack."
"G-Guild Master! This is too much! The opponent is a newcomer!"
The receptionist gal in the gallery said anxiously.
"It's disrespectful to hold back, don't you think?"
"Yeah, that's fine. Let's get started quickly."
I quickly take my stance.
The Guild Master of the Adventurers' Guild.
Once an S-rank, he boldly declare himself a strong one.
Saying that much, he must be quite powerful.
"Well then... here I go! Nuuuuun!"
CLANKKKK...!
"Eh...?"
Both I and the spectators were... wide-eyed.
The guild master flew into the air, eyes rolled back, and collapsed to the ground.
Next to him, a broken greatsword lay on the ground.
"What the!? What was that... too fast! I couldn't see it!?"
Makhen was in shock.
It was just a normal counter palm strike against the opponent...
"I were holding back, okay?"
"Tch, damn it! What the hell is this guy! Damn!"
For some reason, Makhen felt regret.
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