Vol. 3 - Chapter 191 - The World in a Turmoil, but Is As Cool as Cucumber!
Tuesday, also the last day of April.
News is frequently flashing the final struggle of freshmen from the very morning.
Their eyes are tinged with the color of desperation.
The students are running around here and there in search of other factors because they didn't see the high rank job even after defeating the monsters and are being bombarded with the intrinsic information from the bulletin boards or news.
And while the training area or practice area is engulfed in the fervent, tempestuous aura, we have gathered in the guild room as usual, free from any worldly problem.
"Great, everyone’s present today too."
"It's pretty nice to see the participants ratio has increased!"
<Eden> has a total of 12 members. One thing led to another and not everyone was able to gather until recently, but we’re finally gathering together.
As I was looking around impressed, Lana also chimed in after me. The training will proceed more smoothly with this at the very least.
The training process is another attractive aspect of <Dungeon Activity>.
"Let's begin our morning meeting."
"Okay. Here’s a report of yesterday’s events."
Sierra began to share each party's result from yesterday among every guild member, holding her usual adorable diary in one hand.
It's very important to share whom, at what level, has progressed how much, in their exploration.
"Beginning with Zephyr's party, Pamela and Shizu has reached Lv15 and they have finished conquering all beginner-lower grade dungeons."
"Woah! Amazing! But the Lulu team is overtaken!"
"Conquering all lower grade dungeons in one day!? How in the world is it possible to do so physically? I really want to see how."
Hearing Sierra's report, Lulu, who cleared <Abandoned Mine of Stone Bridge Dungeon> yesterday and was planning to challenge <Serene Water Underground Dungeon> today, exclaimed in surprise.
Even Celia's eyes begin to sparkle after a marvelous look on her face. Seems like she’s an avid fan of strange and mysterious things. I have heard elves are an incredibly inquisitive species.
Though, I bet they are incomparable to me.
"Don't worry, I will show you the reason today. Today's Lulu’s turn after all."
After all, we only have one <Vehicle> at present and on top of that, only one person can control it. Together with so many people, it can only be used in turn.
Celia grinned from ear to ear hearing my answer. I guess my reply satisfied her.
"Lulu, Celia and Celestine each have reached Lv14 and cleared <Abandoned Mine of Stone Bridge Dungeon>. Rika and Karua from Her Highness Lana’s party have reached Lv26."
"Understood. And thanks for the briefing as always, Sierra. How was the dungeon captured for Rika and others?"
"Let's see. You can say it was all okay. Karua dealt with traps or surprise attacks, poison was quickly healed by Her Highness Lana, same goes for the damage received. Both are them very reliable supporters."
"Fufu, that much is nothing!"
"Capture, okay. V¹"
I was quite worried about Rika, Lana and Karua since their party had the lowest number of members among all three parties, that's not even counting that the dungeon they challenged was the most difficult dungeon among all in beginner level but the participation of Lana seems to have eased their struggle by a great margin.
The <Saint> is officially ranked 2nd strongest in jobs.
With the support of her abilities, my worries were just unfounded.
"Nice. I have some time tomorrow, so I think we can go for a <Slactuar> hunt. I should be free in afternoon."
"Got it!"
When I promised to go on a hunt together, Lana nodded with a smile on her face. I could also feel a slightly happy aura from Rika and Karua.
"Nice to be Mr. Popular, huh...... "
"Hmm, did you just say something Sierra?"
"Nothing, anyway, are we going to split the party today too?"
I think Sierra just muttered something, was it just my imagination?
However, my thoughts quickly shifted to another topic Sierra continues to bring out.
"That's right. There's no change in Lana's party but we will be changing members with Shizu and Pamela since they have already cleared lower level dungeons."
I swiftly wrote down a new party formation for today. It's as follow,
Party 1 - Zephyr, Ester, Lulu, Celia and Celestine.
Party 2 - Hannah, Sierra, Shizu and Pamela.
Party 3 - Lana, Rika and Karua.
There's changes in vanguard members of party 1 and party 2 compared to yesterday while party 3 retains the same members.
"For now, that will do. I have seen it before, but Pamela–"
"Yes-desu!"
"Your hate control was unsatisfactory yesterday. It would be better if you can learn the way of a tank from Sierra."
"I will be in your care, demon commander!"
"Who are you calling a demon commander!"
Well, image-wise, Sierra may seem to be strict but I don't think it's to the point of a demon commander.
"Lulu and others are going to capture the beginner dungeon with me and as soon as we are finished with it, we will raise the level. Our goal is Lv25."
"Raising around 10 levels in just one day? I'm curious how you're going to accomplish that."
"Lulu is also looking forward to it!"
Celia's words were polite but her eyes were sparkling for the unknown, and Lulu also showed her excitement after her. I really can't get enough with the cuteness of Lulu.
I'm also looking forward to our tiny expedition.
"Everyone, enjoy your dungeon dive to your heart's content. Let's be on our way!"
Everyone formed their respective party at my announcement and headed towards the first dungeon.
With the majority of them being girls, they wave or give a high five at each other before splitting into their party and passing through their respective gates.
Such scenes aren't half-bad. Celestine and I’ll just wait till the girls are satisfied while watching over their cheerful exchange.
"Thank you for waiting! Lulu is ready for battle anytime!"
"Same here. Celia, ready for battle."
"Lulu and Celia seem to have become good friends. What are they guys imitating?"
"Cute. That came out quite well, Celia."
"Ester, no way in hell I will give the position next to Lulu to you."
In just a short time I haven't focused on them, Lulu and Celia's friendship has deepened. The saying didn't lie, dungeons can even make enemies friends. After all, dungeons are supreme.
Ester also tried to join them but Celia's guard was too tough for her to break. You can do it one day, Ester!
I will also deepened our friendship tod一, or I mean, let's have fun together!
Lulu and Celia's eyes literally had the stars shining in them When Ester took out the carriage from the item bag after passing through the gate and arriving at the least populated spot.
I really want to know how in the world they can produce anime like sparkling effects.
In regards to that, Celia said an elf's eyes glitter when their intellectual thirst is stimulated, but I think there should be more than that.
As everyone quickly boarded, I assumed my guide role and Ester with her driver seat, Lulu nimbly stood on the assistant driver seat. She even has her shoes removed.
"Get moving! Err, what's the name of this carriage?"
"It’s a <Mechanical Carriage>"
"Get moving, then, <Mechanical Carriage>! To our journey!"
Matching with the cute Lulu's signal, Ester set the carriage in motion.
Goodness, that was absolutely a scene worthy of millions of likes! I should let Lulu be our captain who signals the takeoff from here on.
Guhh, times like this make me lament, why does this world not have cameras! Where's the screenshot feature!
"But I think <Mechanical Carriage> is a bit lame name. How about <Thunder Javelin>? That gives more of the vibe of a hero's ride."
Although I don't quite get the vibe thingy, I accept the name change and from today onwards, <Mechanical Carriage> shall be dubbed as <Thunder Javelin>.