Chapter 101

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ED: LonelyMatter

Chapter 101 Idle Talk: Sibling Reunion

Ain and the others returned to the Royal Capital.

Kaizer, on the other hand, stayed back in Baltic with Majolica. The reason he stayed here was because he had many nostalgic memories and was overcome with sentimentality.

Hmm, this is a bad drink. I havent had it in a long time.

Hey, I know it tastes bad. So dont say it out loud.

Because it will taste even worse?

Thats what they always said.

The two of them drank cheap alcohol. It was a taste they were used to drinking, not very tasty alcohol, but it had somehow become a habit.

They entered a large, run-of-the-mill bar, whose cheap food and drinks were a welcome treat for adventurers who earned little money.

But well. Its been a long time since I had a drink with you, and its not bad. It tastes better than it used to.

Were getting old to drink with memories.

He continued stirring the cheap alcohol he had already had for who knows how many drinks and then munching on some more delicately flavored nibbles.

With their income, they could have afforded to go to a fancy restaurant. But that wasnt an option because it just wasnt like them.

Its about time they arrived.

What? You were always a man of few words.

Kaizer was thinking of Ain, of course. He thought of the crown prince, Ain, who had left Baltic in the morning and returned to the capital.

You know what I mean. Ain should have arrived in the capital by now.

Oh, thats it. Surely you are right; did he get there safely?

One of the snacks was a thick slice of ham.

It looks fancy on the outside, but it was dry and lacked oil. Considering this, it was clear that they were using cheap meat.

Still, Kaizer loved to put the dry meat in his mouth and wash it down with a cheap drink.

Gulp gulp The taste is still very subtle.

Thats what people like, you know? Its strange how it looks so delicious for a moment.

I enjoy this. I love the way the tasteless alcohol soaks into the meat.

Different people had different values, but like Kaizer, some things were more important than how good it tasted.

Everyone had their own way of enjoying it, and for him, this was a pleasure.

Hey there, you monster! Do you enjoy eating such bad food?

Gahaha! How could a monster know what it tastes like?

Hey, Majolica. Youre saying that.

It doesnt matter, let me tell you. Its a popular place, so its only natural that a lot of them look like idiots.

This was one of those things that was a tradition: adventurers fighting like idiots and a third party calling them out on it. If you tried to respond to them, its the beginning of a fight where brute force was the key.

Well, thats true.

Kaizer and Majolica were the so-called powerhouses of the world when they were active.

The ones who knew them didnt come to this kind of cheap popular shop. Thats why they would come and fight like this without thinking twice.

If you look at it as a good old-fas.h.i.+oned scene, its a pretty funny scene, which didnt make it bad.

Look at them. They look so bored.

Ara, they are really young!

The young adventurers looked as if they had lost interest in the world.

They must have been exhausted from dealing with quests and monsters. But they were still willing to hold these events, and their resilience was something to be envied.

I thought so, but Im going to leave for a while, okay?

Oh? Hey, where are you going, Majolica?

You have a visitor. I dont want to be bored, so Im going to take care of these little boys The guy who just came in, come on out, you piece of s.h.i.+t! Im gonna rip your a.s.shole open.

Majolica stood up vigorously, uttered a few vulgar words, and left.

As Kaizer wondered why, a well-dressed middle-aged man sat down on the seat where Majolica was sitting.

Do you mind if I sit here?

Isnt that something you ask after you sit down, idiot?

Kaizer thanked his partner for his consideration and looked at the man sitting in front of him.

This place is no place for a count.

Whatever it is, its my city. There is nothing to be ashamed of.

He approached the owner and placed an order.

His name was Raizer Baltic. He was the lord of this town and Kaizers brother.

Of course, the shopkeeper was surprised to see the count, but the count put his hand over his mouth and asked him to keep it a secret.

Sometimes this kind of atmosphere isnt so bad. People seem to be so busy with their things that they dont even notice.

Seeing his brother with a soft demeanor, Kaizer was rea.s.sured that he hadnt changed.

Even though he left home on his own, it was still nice to see his brother the way he used to be.

I heard about it. I didnt think youd settle down so well teaching at the Royal Kingsland Academy.

I have a lot on my plate. And its not as bad as you might think.

Haha Well, thats good to hear.

Oh, hey Im sorry! So gefuhh dont hit me anymore

Huh! Youre the one who started the fight!

Looking at the partner, who was happily continuing the torture, he seemed to be enjoying it quite a bit.

He seemed to be using his sealing skills to prevent his opponent from moving from the neck down. This kind of barroom adventurer would not stand a chance.

Your friend seems to be having a good time.

Shouldnt you stop him? Arent these your people to protect, brother?

Oh, its all right. Adventurers learn and grow strong. I should be grateful for the training.

The Baltic lord seemed to be very strict about education.

Letting out a thirsty laugh, Kaizer took a refill of his drink.

So, how long will you stay in this city?

I might stay another week.

Fortunately, the Royal Family had arranged for them to stay for a while.

Until the end of that period, he had decided to stay in Baltic because of the trouble he was going through.

Then its a good thing you came all this way. Why dont you come and visit us?

I cant do that, you idiot brother. Im not a Baltic man anymore

Are you still talking like that? Good heavens Shopkeeper, the bill.

Raizer calls to the shopkeeper, who looks stunned. What a busy count; he would surely have more work in the future.

Heres the payment for this table, and if its not enough, you can charge it to my office, okay?

U-u-understood!

He took out a gold coin from his pocket and handed it to the shopkeeper.

The shopkeeper was confused by the coin, which was not usually seen in such a bar.

H-hey! At least its our payment

Please, save your brothers face. The owner of the shop was upset because he never saw the money that is usually used for alcohol Dont worry about the trouble, just come and visit us. You wont be punished if you go to your fathers and mothers graves and say a few words to them.

Responsibility for doing what he wanted to do. With that in mind, he no longer wanted to be a part of Baltics house.

But his brother Raizer didnt care and told him to come home.

Responsibility is something that comes and goes. Its a normal part of life, Kaizer, but you know what? No matter how you try, you cant erase the blood connection between you and me. Its the same with our late father and mother, isnt it? Please show them your face; Im sure thats what our father and mother would have wanted.

Without waiting for Kaizers answer, Raizer left the shop.

He was his brother who said what he wanted but didnt wait for an answer. At least ask him for an answer, he said bitterly.

I guess Ill just have to talk to Majolica.

Flowers for his parents grave. Kaizer thought that he should at least bring them with him and decided to ask Majolica what he should do.

Ah, I feel refreshed. But they are so sloppy, arent they? Adventurers these days are Oh, whats wrong?

Unlike Kaizer, his partner, who had returned on time, looked refreshed.

Although his face was annoyed, he bowed his head and asked to be taught a lesson after returning to the inn.