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Are You an Adventurer?

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Bazar came out of the mansion. He looked over the gathered adventurers.

“I am Bazar. I am counting on you all to properly guard me. …Huh?” (Bazar)

Then, his gaze stopped at Leon’s place.

“W-why are you here!?” (Bazar)

Jigiru quickly explained.

“Hah, he is a genuine B-rank adventurer. His skills in the exam were more than satisfactory—” (Jigiru)

“Isn’t he the cook from that curry shop…!?” (Bazar)

“—Huh?” (Jigiru)

Jigiru let out a strange voice. Apparently, the reason Bazar was scrutinizing Leon was completely different from what Jigiru had expected.

“Adventurer? You are an adventurer?” (Bazar)

“Yes, that’s right. I’m good at cooking too.” (Leon)

“To think someone who makes food like that is an adventurer…” (Bazar)

Bazar staggered as if greatly surprised.

“B-Bazar-sama, excuse me, but do you know him…?” (Jigiru)

“Indeed. This boy participated in the recent cooking tournament and served an excellent idea dish called ‘curry to eat with rice.’ If he had not run out of ingredients, he would have undoubtedly won.” (Bazar)

Hearing that, the mercenaries and adventurers murmured.

“I heard the rumor. It was unbelievably delicious curry.” (Adventurer)

“I wanted to try it too, but they stopped serving it on the last day.” (Adventurer)

“So, it was this boy’s shop…” (Adventurer)

“Why is he here?” (Adventurer)

While attention gathered on Leon, Bazar seemed to realize something and nodded, saying, “I see”.

“He is said to have obtained the Class III job of [Emperor Chef], and was praised as a legendary cook.” (Bazar)

It seemed that Bazar respected a famous cook.

“Respect Master Kutta, who is said to have explored many dangerous areas to gather ingredients himself. I intend to enter the demon territory with a guard because I respect him. Of course, I have no fighting ability. Master Kutta, who was an excellent cook and also outstanding as an adventurer, was truly a superhuman. But to think such a boy is walking the same path as Master Kutta…” (Bazar)

Bazar seemed to think Leon became an adventurer for cooking. That was completely wrong, but Leon decided it was better to let him misunderstand.

He made a face that said, “I also respect that person”.

Of course, Leon did not know anything about Master Kutta. Then, Bazar suggested that Leon ride in the same carriage as him, but Leon politely but firmly refused, saying the twins would be noisy and cause trouble. Being in a confined space with a stout, chubby man on the way to the destination would be torture.

Four carriages left Bazar’s mansion. Bazar’s mercenaries numbered five, including Jigiru. In total, sixteen people (+ twins, slime, ghost) began the ten-day expedition to the demon territory, including the round trip.

The demon territory called “Rainbow Forest” was about two days from Barbara. There were some towns and villages scattered on the way, but the closer they got to the demon territory, the fewer they became, until they reached an area untouched by human life. For that reason, they camped outside at night. However, since Bazar was a wealthy noble, he owned many sturdy tents made from monster materials. The adventurers could stay in those tents. Moreover, food was supplied. And surprisingly, it was handmade by Bazar. Since he had a cooking job, the adventurers praised it highly.

“W-wow, delicious!” (Adventurer)

“I’ve never eaten something this good while camping!” (Adventurer)

“This is it, this is why I say it’s no exaggeration to take this request every year.” (Adventurer)

Apparently, some accepted the escort request just to eat Bazar’s food.

“But, this can’t last, right? After ten days, it’ll probably be mostly preserved food.” (Adventurer)

“No, surprisingly, this stays delicious no matter how many days pass. Bazar-dono’s item box is said to be excellent at preventing things inside from spoiling.” (Adventurer)

“That’s amazing.” (Adventurer)

Everyone praised it, but the twins who quickly finished their food said in unison,

“‘Normal’?” (Twins)

It seemed their taste had become spoiled by eating too many delicious things.

“Well, that’s true. It’s not bad, but there are many restaurants in Barbara that serve better food than this.” (Leon)

Usually, camping makes anything taste better, but Leon’s palate was not fooled. Probably Bazar’s job level was not very high yet.

“Hey, I can hear that!” (Jigiru)

Jigiru panicked, as if overhearing Leon’s remark. Just then, Bazar approached, and Jigiru was very flustered.

“I’m terribly sorry, that was just a joke!” (Jigiru)

“What was just a joke, Jigiru?” (Bazar)

Jigiru tried to cover for Leon, but it seemed Bazar had not actually heard the comment earlier.

“More importantly, how is my cooking?” (Bazar)

“Not bad, but Barbara has many restaurants that serve better food than this.” (Leon)

“!!?” (Jigiru)

Jigiru’s face turned pale at Leon’s blunt words. However, contrary to his worries, Bazar shook his head and said,

“No, if Leon-dono says so, it must be true. It seems my cooking skills have reached their limit here.” (Bazar)

“…Leon-dono?” (Jigiru)

Somehow, a respectful honorific had been added to Leon’s name.

 

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