CHAPTER 33 RECOMMENDATION

Merc set out for the forest that led to human territory after deciding to leave the elf village and pursue a career as an adventurer. She ran into members of Blazing Impact as she approached the forest. They were wearing the same armor that Merc had seen them in when she first met them.

Hey, Merc.

Hello. Did you wait long?

Merc asked Jonahim who had raised his hand to greet her.

Their meeting was planned for noon, and because the bell marking noon had yet to sound, Merc had assumed she had plenty of time, but seeing Blazing Impact already there made her feel like she had arrived late.

Dont worry about it. We just happened to be a bit early.

Hmph, so youre really leaving the village. At the very least, I applaud your dedication.

Hey.

Merc felt something wasnt quite right as the three of them exchanged greetings with her. As usual, Jonahim smiled brightly, and Lukas response was brief. Elea, on the other hand, whod often say rude things to Merc, had an unusually terrible complexion. She appeared rather pale Even someone who wasnt as skilled in Healing and Alchemy as Merc could tell Elea wasnt feeling well.

What are you looking at?

Nothing. You just looked like you werent doing quite well.

Huh?

Elea took a step back when she heard Merc say it, most likely to dodge the question. When Jonahim saw Elea do that, he was taken aback.

Didnt I tell you, Merc? Eleas hungover. Because she only drank a little yesterday, I let my guard down, but I never anticipated it to last until noon.

Im not to blame! It would have been impolite of me to refuse. Although I only drank a little, the booze was just too strong!

Just admit that youre a lightweight, Elea.

Urgh

Elea, who appeared to be somewhat sorry about her actions, gave in after being pressured by both Jonahim and Luka.

Will you be able to walk through the forest in that state? Merc asked her.

Of course. There are no Magic Beasts inside the forest, and we wont get lost because we have an elf with us.

That may be true, but

Even so, merely to get out of the forest, one had to travel a long distance.

Merc was well aware of the distance because she had accompanied her mother to work on several occasions. A hungover person could traverse it, but it wouldnt be a pleasant trip.

Heal.

Ah!

After a few moments of thought, Merc cast Healing on Elea. After all, if Elea was having difficulty walking, it would slow them all down.

As the white warm light engulfed Elea, her complexion began to brighten. The light dispersed after Eleas complexion returned to normal. Elea hurriedly approached Merc once the light faded.

W-What do you think youre doing?! I dont remember asking you to use Heal on me!

Thats true. However, I wanted to perform a little experiment.

An experiment?

Thats right. I wanted to see if Heal worked on hangovers So, how do you feel, Elea?

Oh I-I think Im fine

Elea said as she jumped up and down and shook her head to see whether it was still ringing. On a side note, Merc thought that her pink hair, which was tied up and shook rhythmically as she jumped, looked cute.

There was no way that wasnt going to work.

Merc, who had known that Healing spells worked on hangovers beforehand, merely remarked, I see. Thank you very much. After all, Merc was going to stay with them for a while, so it wouldnt be wise of her to get into any conflicts right away.

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At the very least, Elea, you should thank Merc. It might have been an experiment but that doesnt change the fact that she cured your hangover.

O-Of course I will! T-Thank you, Merc. Youre welcome to use Heal to cure my hangovers from now on.

Dont get carried away!

Ouch!

Jonahim landed a chop on Eleas head, who had her chest stuck up as she spoke to Merc in a condescending tone after being admonished by him.

Even though Elea was holding her head in pain, Merc saw that she had a smile on her face. Merc guessed that she was most likely happy to have received Jonahims attention.

Drop dead. After flashing a murderous stare at each of them, Merc turned to Luka with an expression of feigning ignorance on her face.

Should we go?

Maybe.

Luka said after Merc urged her to leave the other two behind.

What does maybe mean?! Is that a yes or a no?!

Merc decided to go anyway, despite her doubts, and she noticed Luka following her.

Luka, for how long have you been an adventurer?

Four years. I became one after becoming an adult.

I see. Then youre really 18. But still, its amazing that you became a Grade 2 Adventurer in just four years. Have you always been with Jonahim and Elea?

I joined them two years ago, because I thought I would make money.

I-I see

Each person had their own motivation for becoming an adventurer, but those like Luka who openly acknowledged doing it for money were few.

Despite the fact that she knew her companions would be upset, being able to say it out loud demonstrated Lukas confidence in her abilities. After all, confidence was crucial for adventurers. Even though Merc was taken aback by Lukas motivation, she had no intention of reprimanding her over it.

Merc, do you want to become an adventurer?

Hm? Thats right. I intend to accompany you to the Guild where you will be reporting your mission results, and there I will submit my application.

Huh? You dont know?

Luka came to a halt and inquired after Merc stated her intentions. Merc also came to a halt after being astonished by Lukas strange behavior.

What dont I know?

Theres an exam for aspiring adventurers.

An exam? Huh? There wasnt such a thing 15 years ago

15 years ago?

I-Its nothing.

An exam? According to what I recall, you could become one by simply paying one silver coin

Lukas information left Merc speechless.

According to Mercs memory Joining the Adventurers Guild hadnt required an exam 15 years ago, when Merc battled the Falgaro. All that had been required was to apply for registration, fill out the forms, and pay a single silver coin. The adventurers would thereafter only be required to pay one blue silver coin annual charge.

Of course, Estert had been a member of the Adventurers Guild for far longer than 15 years, but he had never heard of any changes until his death.

I see So thats what Elea meant when she stated that I needed to pass when we were in the mountains She was referring to the exam

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Merc wasnt sure when the requirements had changed, but she realized it was troublesome. Merc let out an unintentional sigh before speaking.

So? What does this exam consist of?

Dont know.

Huh? But youve taken it, havent you, Luka?

The contents change every year. You wont know until you take it.

That means I cant prepare for it as well. Well I guess thats fine.

Its okay.

Luka whispered when she heard Merc pondering about it. It was only normal to be curious about the contents of an exam one was taking.

However, because she had been imprisoned inside the elf village for such a long time, Merc was severely lacking in modern knowledge. Because such was the case, Merc decided not to worry about it and instead left it to chance, expecting that everyone who took the exam would be treated fairly.

Its certainly annoying, but theres nothing I can do about it. Ill just have to pass it and become an adventurer.

To take

What was that?

To take the exam, you must have a recommendation from a Grade 4 or higher adventurer whos had their Mana recorded at the Guild1. Do you have one?

Like hell I do!

Robinxen: That seems excessive? Theres so many problems this would cause.