CHAPTER 57 GATE

The carriage Dirkhert is riding finally arrived at the place where the examination to enter the town is held.

Fuaa~ Thats a big wall, isnt it~?

Dirkherts mouth absentmindedly opens while hes being carried in Volsungs arms.The walls at the Maou Castle should be even higher, thoughVolsung says in his mind. But, his impression of the castle walls may be different because he sees it every day.

Brother-in-law-sama, the examination to enter the town is held there

As told by Meluerina, Volsung heads to the place while holding Dirkhert. When he gets there, the people from the carriage were already lined up. Because the carriage needs to be inspected, the two drivers went elsewhere. But then, the carriage ride was only up to the towns entrance, so they have already dispersed.

The examination of the man in front ended, and its Dirkherts turn.

What do I do?

You just have toponplace your hand on this crystal

They thought he would be noisier, but Dirkhert is unexpectedly obedient.

Dirkhert places his hand on top of the crystal. Hereupon, the crystal starts shining.

Thats enough. Thanks, boya. Your name is Dirk, and you come from Austin, is that correct?

The gatekeeper asks Dirkhert the first half and Volsung the second half. Volsung answersTheres no mistakeand puts his hand on the crystal next.

Vol Greenwood, persons origin is the Elf Forest tte, N? Greenwood being that Greenwood, the royalty of Elves!?

The surroundings become noisy with the gatekeepers words.

Just seeing an Elf is rare, meeting an Elven royalty, its impossible not to get noisy.

So? Is there a problem with me entering the town?

Eh, n, no, of course not! I will prepare you the permit at once, please wait a moment!

Saying that, the gatekeeper starts preparing the permit in a hurry.

The reason his hands are trembling is because he clearly knows Volsungs status.

T, thank you for the wait! The expiration date of the permit is in one week. If you lose it by any chance, its possible to reissue the permit with two Silver Coins, and its three Silver Coins for every week in case of prolonging the permit, therefore, if youd like to stay for more than a week, please request an application beforehand

In that case, the Guild Card issued by the Guild will serve as permit

Understood

Volsung receives his and Dirkherts permits and passes through the gate. Meluerina behind him, simply shows her Guild Card passes through.

Indeed, the identification of adventurers is indispensable on the journey, Volsung reaffirms.

Nevertheless, Dirk-sama is really obedient, isnt he?

He has been clinging up to Volsungs chest and not raising his face since a while ago.

Does he feel sick somewherewhile being worried, a wry smile appears on Meluerinas face.

Wasnt he just scared of the gatekeepers?

The gate was guarded by several men in armor. Certainly, that may be a bit scary for a small child. Furthermore, Dirkhert is extremely shy.

He finally arrived at the town, but he cant enjoy it like that. Thinking that, Meluerina suggests,

Its a bit early, but lets take Dirk-sama to a place he can be more lively

Normally, it would be better to look around the town for a little, but he wont be able to look around at this rate.

With Meluerina leading, they go to a place he can be more lively.