Strange Grief Wants to Retire ~ The Weakest Hunter Dreams of a Hero ~

Chapter101，Part1: 1 - Execution?

Chapter 101 Execution?

Part 1

“He disappeared, you say…!? What do you mean!?”

“Ehm. Arnold-san, there was this in the toilet ――”

I took the folded paper that my companion brought and opened it.

The paper is a bank check. However, there were some scribbles in the place where the amount should be written on.

―― I am busy, so I am going home.

Arnold lost his words.

“It seems that he escaped by using the window in the toilet…”

“Wasn’t that guy, Level 8?”

While clenching my teeth, I crushed the check.

Not a single instant, I would have thought that he would run away. If my opponent was just an ordinary Hunter or person, I might have been wary of that but this time, the opponent is genuinely a powerful man who has been certified at a Level above Arnold in the Hunter’s Holy Land.

How could a Hunter who cares about their honor, think about escaping from a window in the toilet. Moreover, we haven’t exchanged any blows yet.

I raise my face and look at the expression of the two who were staring at us.

When Arnold first came to the Imperial Capital, he played by the book by investigating prominent Hunters, Parties and Clan of this Country.

Of course, among his investigation the name of 《Hidden Curse》 was among them.

The two in front of me are Members of a famous Mages group. They are still young but they are opponents we can’t underestimate.

Arnold and his companions had the advantage in the numbers. Initially, they should have been in a position to abandon him, but the man who called himself Altobaran didn’t change his expression even after we got that note and then snorted while declaring confidently.

“What is that look? Listen very well, bumpkin. A true powerful man ―― Doesn’t so easily pull out his sword.”

“Does the Level 8 of this Imperial Capital… Run away by using the toilet’s window?”

Are you fine with this Zebrudia!?

Arnold’s purpose is to retaliate against 《Absolute Shadow》 who quarreled with his Party. There was no point to stay here as their Leader 《Infinite Variety》 was gone.

Marie and Altobaran’s attire were nicely tailored but didn’t look combat ready at all.

However, a good Mage can fight to some extent even without weapons.

If you observed them closely, not only Altobaran was grinning but Marie, who was behind him, was also already combat ready.

If you are a Member of 《Hidden Curse》, then you can use magic as if you were breathing.

The range of attack of a Mage is from a long distance. No matter how powerful a Mage is, Arnold won’t lose at this distance.

However, even if I win, it won’t leave a good taste in my mouth. Arnold’s companions are waiting for his decision with their weapons ready.

Altobaran looked at Arnold with his icy glare and continued.

“Did you think he escaped? Don’t be stupid.”

“… No, he completely ran away.”

What else could it be?

The manner he retreated was way too familiar. Before being angry at him, I am more shocked.

When Arnold said that in a low voice, Altobaran shouted in a dignified voice.

“Didn’t he write it down. He didn’t run away, Cry-san is ―― Busy. A Level 8 in the Imperial Capital doesn’t have time to twiddle their fingers, we had already taken some of his precious time. Don’t misunderstand Cry-san as weak. You guys just don’t deserve some of his time, that is it.”

Impossible… In this country… Do you escape from the toilet window if you are busy!?

I didn’t understand what he meant. If Arnold was 《Infinite Variety》, he would have smacked the fools who went to look for a fight and dignifiedly walk outside by using the front door.

For Hunters, that was the way to do as they had a meritocracy system. At least according to Arnold’s knowledge, that was how Hunters should be.

I confirmed with them while being battle ready.

“If you were in the same position, would you escape by using the toilet window?”

When Altobaran has been asked that theoretical question, he slightly opens his eyes and responds with an ironic smile.

“I am still ―― Immature. I can’t imitate, Cry-san.”

“…”

“Arnold-san, let’s withdraw. There is no point to be their opponents.”

And at that moment, Hay, who was standing next to Arnold, recommended this to him.

I launched a quick glance but Hay’s eyes were still glued to the two young Mages.

“Please calm down. They had underestimated us, but they are Members from a Clan who had been active for a long time. We wouldn’t show off our power even if we crushed them while having such a huge difference in number. Besides, there are too many people here. It will be tough if we get retaliation from a bunch of their Members. As a last resort, it is possible to leave the Imperial Capital but the opportunity to crush those who wronged Arnold-san would disappear.”

Which one do I really want to crush between the two who suddenly appeared in front of my eyes or Strange Grief whom we had a grudge against as we were suddenly being beaten at the tavern and even been insulted as a chicken, since we came to this Imperial Capital.

When I check my surroundings, I see the staff and the ordinary customers looking at me in a frightened manner. Some customers of the shop may have already run away. Perhaps they have even called the Guards Knight Order.

Rampaging and forgetting his purpose is only what a third-class would do. After a moment of reflection, Arnold says loudly.

“…… Tsk. Fine, what matters right now is that man.”

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So, let’s run away. I will run away, anyplace, anywhere.

Once I made that decision, I was very relieved.

Of course, even if I say running away, I won’t do it alone. There are monsters outside the Imperial Capital and there is also the possibility of being attacked by “Phantoms (Illusions)”.

It seemed to be relatively safe if you walked along the pathways but if I might be attacked then I will be attacked.

It is common sense to have an escort when you have to go outside. It would be a different story if I am strong or I can fly in the sky, but 『Night Hiker (Dark Wing of the Night Sky)』 can’t go that far due to its magic power consumption.

When I left the Clan Master room and went downstairs, I encountered Liz.

As usual, she has the same healthy Hunter look. When she sees me, a smile blossoms on her face and approaches me.

“Ah, Cry-chan! You come at the right time! There is something I would like to consult with you ――”

If it was a consultation, I will listen to as many consultations as you want to but will the story… Be long?

I don’t have time. Anyway, I have to run away before anyone has more trouble for me.

The faster I am, the faster I will have an excuse to refuse the invitation for the 『White Swords Gathering』and one moment can lead to life and death in this kind of situation.

I put my hand on Liz’s shoulder and I make sure that I can have a secret talk while descending the stairs.

“I will listen to your consultation later. Liz, do you have anything planned later on?”

“Eh? Hmmmm…… Not particularly? Is there something?”

This was an expected answer. Most of the time, Liz doesn’t refuse my invitation.

I skipped the preamble and resumed briefly.

“I am leaving the Imperial Capital. Follow me.”

Liz opened her eyes and put her hand around her waist. Her face gets closer to mine and a faint sweet scent drifts in the air.

Her moisturized lips open smally and she answers with a whispering voice.

“Roooger. And the purpose?”

Purpose…? Escape? Desertion? Strategic retreat?

All of them are correct but I don’t want to say that.

TL notes:

Thanks for reading!

Arnold did you think that Aarun doesn’t have close combat magic to fight pfff what kind of third rate mage do you think they are…

I wonder what kind of lie will Cry say to Liz to cover the fact that he just want to run away XD

Tchao à plus.

Danmachi Episode 1 Review Corner

Spoiler Warning!

1st episode of Danmachi was out yesterday!

Great episode to start, I was worried that they would end the episode at Bell going back to the dungeon by skipping the investigation and the other member night talk but they did animated it, noice.

Weine was soooo cute! And the Haruhime and Weine scene right into my kokoro!

If I had to say a bad point was those Hestia’s boobs shot each time she appeared…

But I sure hope they keep this quality!