Chapter 268 Regained Daily Life？ Part Ii
I was explaining the results of my investigation on the Oso (Dreadful element) poison, which I confirmed in the Arlheave Dukedom, to Risleyria-san.
Even at high altitudes, Oso poison was present, but I noted that it wasn't found at the peak of that higher elevation.
"──So that's how it is."
"I see. So that means our current countermeasures are definitely the right approach?"
"Mother (Privia) shares the same understanding, so I believe that's about right. Oh, Maya-chan."
Before I forget, I should bring Maya-chan into the conversation.
"Hm? What's up, big brother?"
"I completely forgot until now. Can you check Mahiru-chan's finger for me? Knowing her, she might secretly be getting rid of the Oso poison from Risleyria-san."
Like Maya-chan, Mahiru-chan's holy magic can be considered a self-detonating type that uses the caster as a catalyst.
So there's a high chance Mahiru-chan could leave some Oso poison behind, just like Maya-chan.
"Ah, Mahiru-chan might do that. Got it, big brother!"
Since she's aware, it seems Maya-chan understands the situation pretty well.
"Ahahaha, really, I'm having such a great time. Thank you!"
"No, no. You should thank Mahiru-chan and Asaya-kun, not me."
"You're absolutely right, big brother."
Maya-chan agrees with me as well.
"Alright, I'll make sure to do that. Now, after this, should we head to Seteas's place?"
"Yes, that's the plan. I intend to stay until tomorrow, just so you know."
"I've arranged for regular cleaning at the house, so don't worry."
This building, which used to be the guild branch here, has become my home, hasn't it?
I completely forgot about that.
"Yes, thank you!"
"By the way, what about dinner?"
"I plan on eating at Seteas's place."
"Yay!"
"Well then, I'll head over to Seteas-san's place."
"Ah, thank you as always."
"Not at all. You're welcome."
"Well then, Auntie."
"Ah, thanks too, Maya-chan."
"Not at all."
Meeting Her Majesty feels no different than when I was at the Adventurers' Guild branch.
That actually makes me a bit happy.
After leaving Risleyria-san's private room and greeting Julienne-san, we head down to the first floor.
The Adventurers' Guild branch in Swiglefen has become quite the impressive building.
When we reach the reception, it seems like another familiar face has spotted us.
"Tatsuma-san, Maya-san. Long time no see!"
It feels nostalgic saying that, but I might get scolded.
By the way, it was Nelliza-san who moved here.
"Are you the manager now?"
"Yep. Is Seteas-san around?"
"Yes. If I run away, Her Majesty will get mad at me."
"Hahaha!"
"Well, you see, I've become the head of reception."
"Congratulations! You must be busy, right?"
"It's more fulfilling than it was back then."
"Ah, brother, remember Julienne-san said she was 'bored'?"
"That's true. Compared to this level of busyness, it makes sense."
"I might be better suited for this, Tatsuma-san. Now, please, go to the manager's office."
"Thank you!"
"See you!"
This Adventurers' Guild is also familiar territory for us.
Maya-chan knocks on the door for me.
'Yes. What is it?'
'It's Seteas-san's voice, Brother.'
'Yeah, it sounds about right.'
Maya-chan pulls out her smartphone.
As she taps away, I can't believe what I'm seeing; it exceeded my expectations.
'Seteas, what are you doing?'
I didn't even notice when she recorded it, but it was Risleyria-san's voice.
Wow, even if it's an incredible smartphone, this is just too real.
'Oh, Auntie?'
When he opened the door with a click, Seteas-san looked surprised.
"Hahaha, gotcha, gotcha!"
"Is that you, Maya-san? Please stop, it's shortening my lifespan, you know? Ah, Tatsuma-san, I have a favor to ask."
"What is it all of a sudden?"
"Please fire me. I don't want to work anymore. I really can't stand being the guild manager."
"Ah, in that case, sure."
"Really?"
Maya-chan and I exchanged glances and nodded.
"By the way, you've heard from Seteas-san about Her Majesty the Queen, right?"
"From my aunt? No, not a thing."
"Well, if you were to make such a request, I've been told that it wouldn't be a problem."
"I-if that's the case..."
"But in return, it seems you'd be exiled from the country."
"Huh?"
"If that's the exchange, then it seems it can be approved. However, Milenoa-san cannot go with you."
"Huh?"
"Isn't that obvious? Milenoa-san hasn't said she wants to quit."
Of course, all of this was a joke.
Risleyria-san was just saying, 'You can use me as an excuse if you want.'
I do have the authority to fire Seteas-san, but there's no way I'd actually do it.
"No way..."
"Has Milenoa-san said she wants to quit?"
"No, she told me to go and earn some money today. That's how I was sent off."
"That must be the answer, for sure."
"Yup."
"──What a thing..."
"Anyway, about the task I sent Asaya-kun on earlier..."
"I'd like to ask you to handle that tomorrow morning, if possible."
"Got it. I'll stop by after breakfast."
See?
He can handle my work just fine.
That's how Seteas-san is.
The successor to Risleyria-san is either Mahiru-chan or Asaya-kun.
Even though they're not successors yet, Seteas-san is supposed to become a Duke in this country.
So,
I have to show that he can be reliable.
After leaving the Adventurers' Guild, we went straight to Seteas Manor for dinner.
Man, it was delicious.
Maya-chan seemed to be enjoying herself without a care in the world.
After that, we went to the building that used to be the adventurer's guild branch, and after finishing Centrena's brushing, we took a leisurely break.
I was surprised that they had even installed a bath.
It felt nice to warm up since it was cold outside.
* * *
The next day, I showed up at the adventurer's guild.
Of course, it was the usual Oso poison treatment.
Since there weren't many people with severe symptoms, Maya-chan was basically doing all the healing.
There weren't even 20 people, but the very last one in line was none other than Mahiru-chan.
It seems she really got herself in trouble again.
No wonder Risleyria-san's hands were so clean.
Maya-chan had mentioned something suspicious too.
It seems the Oso poison that had accumulated on Mahiru-chan's fingertips couldn't be treated by the users of Healing Attribute magic in Swiglefen.
Just like Dragonkin's Jag-san, there isn't anyone in this country who has reached level 3 yet.
Of course, all the Oso poison in line contributed to Maya-chan's experience points.
In the end, it's still the same since I'm healing Maya-chan too.
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