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Taking It Easy Today Is Fine
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Silue spoke.
“Please look at the backsides of these orcs. You can see the color has turned red, right? This is a phenomenon that only occurs during the breeding season. In other words, it means these orcs were hunted during the breeding season. However, the guild had watchmen stationed in the forest even before the breeding season began, so we believe they were not hunted during this year’s breeding season. That would mean they were hunted in a previous breeding season… but even with an item box that has advanced preservation functions, it is impossible for orcs hunted over a year ago to remain in such a fresh state.” (Silue)
Because the explanation was convincing, the other guild staff members nodded.
“She’s absolutely right.” (Guild Staff)
“These orcs were definitely just hunted.” (Guild Staff)
(Hmm? I think they could stay fresh for about a year though…?) (Leon)
Leon thought that but decided it would be best not to say anything, so he kept quiet.
“But still, even if there were watchmen, the forest is huge. Isn’t it possible someone snuck in undetected?” (Adventurer)
“Besides, there’s always a chance the guild is in on it.” (Adventurer)
The ones who argued back were the adventurers.
“We can only ask for your trust there… I don’t see any benefit in lying either…” (Silue)
Perhaps because she was still new to the royal capital’s guild, Silue’s voice weakened with uncertainty. At that moment, Lancelot interjected.
“Let’s not blame her.” (Lancelot)
He, then, smiled at Silue.
“What you said is perfectly reasonable. So, hold your head high.” (Lancelot)
“L-Lancelot-sama…” (Silue)
Seeing the handsome man flash a sparkling smile, Silue’s face took on an enchanted look. While the other adventurers looked on coldly, Lancelot glanced around and spoke.
“I have a good idea. Why don’t we put today’s results on hold for now? Then, tomorrow, we’ll have the boy show us his results again. If it wasn’t cheating, he should be able to achieve similar results tomorrow as well, right?” (Lancelot)
Many of the adventurers agreed with that proposal.
“Of course, we’ll have you hand over your item box. We can’t rule out the possibility that more orcs are still stored inside it. What do you say, boy?” (Lancelot)
“Sure, I don’t mind.” (Leon)
Leon nodded without hesitation. He thought to himself that he should aim to hunt fewer orcs tomorrow, maybe just over 30, to avoid being accused of cheating.
“…I see. You seem confident.” (Lancelot)
Lancelot gave Leon a probing look.
And so, the day’s hunt came to an end. However, as they were parting ways, the young man gave Leon a quiet warning.
“But no matter what kind of trick you try, it won’t work next time, okay?” (Lancelot)
It seemed he still completely suspected Leon.
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The next day, Leon was once again in the forest.
“We’ll do our best!” (Arc/Iris)
“No, today just go easy, alright? You two did really well yesterday.” (Leon)
“We’re fine!” (Arc/Iris)
The twins were full of energy. At this rate, they might even break yesterday’s record, so Leon decided to subtly guide them toward areas with fewer orcs.
(…Still, someone’s tailing us.) (Leon)
Leon had sensed since entering the forest that someone was secretly following them. The twins didn’t seem to have noticed, which meant the person was doing a good job of hiding their presence. Since he didn’t sense any hostility, Leon decided to leave them alone for now. Thanks to Leon’s guidance, they hunted orcs at a slower pace than yesterday.
At this rate, the total would stay around 30. They had taken down a few High Orcs, but a General Orc hadn’t appeared, so the quality was turning out just right too.
“Ugh…” (Arc/Iris)
It was going according to Leon’s plan, but the twins seemed frustrated that they weren’t beating yesterday’s record. Unhappy growls leaked from their throats. At that moment, Leon sensed a large group of orcs gathering to the north-northeast.
“Let’s try heading a bit west.” (Leon)
He attempted to lead the twins in another direction. However, the two shook their heads from side to side.
“That way!” (Arc/Iris)
They ran off toward the north-northeast.
(How did they know? That spot should still be out of their detection range… No, maybe it’s the wind!) (Leon)
It seemed that a faint breeze was blowing from the north-northeast. Because they were downwind, their beastman senses had likely picked up a scent from much farther away than usual. Having no choice, Leon chased after the twins.
There was a group of about seven orcs. That number wasn’t too worrying, but the problem was the presence of a strong aura among them. A General Orc, or possibly something even stronger. If it was a King Orc, that would be the worst. Of course, not because it would be dangerous. Even just defeating a General Orc had caused such a reaction. If they defeated a King Orc, the shock it would cause was concerning. That was the only reason. However, while Leon was worrying, the twins had already begun engaging the group of orcs.
As usual, Leon stayed hidden and observed the scene.
(Huh? That’s odd?) (Leon)
The orc with the strongest aura.
If it were a King Orc, it should have a much larger body than a General Orc. But the one present had a physique not much different from a High Orc. The only difference was that while normal orcs were green or sometimes brown, this one had blue skin.
(Oh, a variant. Not a King Orc after all… Thank goodness.) (Leon)
Realizing it was just a variant, Leon let out a sigh of relief.
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