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Chapter 175

175. Arrival at the Big City

The big city of Uula. Apparently, it’s one of the representative cities of the huge country, Tortiga. It’s the most famous city after the five capital cities in the east, west, south, north, and center. All sorts of things gather here from all over the country, like food ingredients, seasonings, furniture, clothing, and more. Ravi-san said it gives off the impression of being more developed and lively than the five capitals. But…

“I-If it’s such a big city, wouldn’t it be tough to sneak past the checkpoints…?”

My image was more like, just a slightly large town!? Isn’t this an incredibly huge city!? I mean, they call it a big city, but they still refer to it as a city, isn’t that false advertising? When I made these complaints one after another,

“Hmm, the five capitals are even bigger. It’s true that it’s lively, but… in terms of size, it’s a city.”

“And since it’s a city, the checkpoints are also on that level, right?”

What are you doing, Uula, the big city!? Just as I was thinking that in dismay, Ravi-san provided some supplementary information.

“But here, while it’s easy to enter and exit the city, there are guards patrolling here and there, so you can’t cause any trouble. If any problems occur, you’ll be caught immediately.”

I see. And apparently, the guards are quite skilled. That’s how they maintain public order. Eh, but then won’t we be found out right away…?

“It depends on how far the rumors from the Eastern Castle have spread and whether the news has reached this far. It’s hard to say for sure. But I think we’ll be fine as long as we don’t make a big fuss or go on a rampage.”

That’s why we’re going with the strategy of saying we’re tired from our journey and staying put at the inn, right? I’d forgotten about that…!

Also, this city is a place you have to stop by if you’re heading to the mine. The city kind of blocks the way to your destination. That’s why there are multiple entrances to the city. We have to enter from the east side and exit from the south side. Ohh.

“Alright, let’s go. Licht, are you ready?”

“Yeah. Anytime!”

Whoa, on the path to becoming criminals, now!

We all held onto Licht, and once he confirmed it, he chanted, “Teleport!” Apparently, it’s easier to visualize if you say it out loud.

I squeezed my eyes shut, feeling the immense magic power on my skin. And the next moment, a floating sensation. …Floating sensation!? Not again!?

“Huh, w-what?”

I was prepared to land on my butt, bracing myself, but I didn’t feel the impact I was expecting. Wondering what was going on, I cautiously opened my eyes and found myself being held in a princess carry!

“I’m pretty used to Licht’s teleportation.”

Ah, Ravi-san, you’re amazing! Beside her, Licht was on his knees, looking exhausted, while Ronny, who had perfectly stuck the landing, was tending to him. Ah, I’m the most pathetic one!

“Now, let’s walk as if nothing happened. Licht, I’ll find an inn right away, so bear with it for a bit.”

“Y-Yeah…”

Perhaps because there was one more person, Ravi-san, compared to last time, Licht looked more exhausted than before. Uu, I’m worried. We were planning to hole up in the inn under the pretense of feeling unwell, but it’s a bit… you know… if he’s actually feeling unwell.

Since Ronny was supporting Licht on his left side as they walked, I decided to support him on his right side with my meager strength.

“To be supported by such a little kid…”

It seemed like Licht’s male pride at his age and my kindness were at odds. But he didn’t shake me off and let me do as I pleased, so it seems he accepted my kindness. Licht, you really are kind! Even though you always try to tease me. Alright, I’ll do my best to get Licht to the inn! I was full of motivation.

As expected, there were quite a lot of people in the city. It was harder to find a place without people.

By the way, the place we teleported to was a deserted alley because Licht had visualized a landing spot with no people! That specific visualization might have consumed more magic power. Uu, but I’m glad!

And I, being a chicken, am currently walking while trembling…! I wonder if this makes me look suspicious? I think that, but I can’t help but tremble. Because I’ve just now realized how scary it is that we entered the city without going through the checkpoint. I’m not cut out for evil deeds… I’ll get caught right away.

“Well… You might look like a country girl bewildered by her first time in a crowd.”

A country girl! A so-called bumpkin. Y-Yeah. Let’s go with that…

“Isn’t she a bit too well-dressed for a country girl?”

“A young lady who’s been raised preciously?”

“But then, her entourage is a bit shabby for that. Me included, you know?”

H-Huh? All three of them are starting to get depressed. Why!?

For now, we settled on the setting that I’m a young girl from the countryside, raised in a slightly well-off family, and I’m a bumpkin. I mean, when will I need this setting…?

“Alright, I was able to get two rooms without any problems, so let’s put our luggage down and take a break.”

Ravi-san found a suitable inn early on and stepped inside, handling the procedures with familiarity. Just like last time we stayed at an inn, we split into pairs and headed to our rooms. This time, Licht and Ronny’s room seems to be right across the hall from ours. Licht still doesn’t seem to be feeling well, so I hope he can rest well. I’m relieved that Ronny will be with him!

“Well then, I’m going to go gather some information. I’ll be back before dinner, so Meg, don’t leave this room or Licht’s room, okay?”

“Okay! But Ravi-san, are you sure you don’t need to west…?”

She’s already tired from the journey, and she’s been helping with our special training in between… She must be quite fatigued just from the mental strain. That’s why I’m worried.

“Fufu, I’m planning to come back early, eat dinner, and get a good night’s sleep today, so I’ll be fine. And I’m the type who can’t settle down unless I’m moving around a bit.”

“Thank you,” Ravi-san said, patting my head. Hmm. But it’s true that there are people who can’t settle down unless they’re moving around. I think Saura-san might be like that.

I’m still worried, but if she says she’ll be back early, it’s probably not good to stop her. Gathering information is important too, and even if I wanted to help, I’d only be a hindrance now that I can’t use nature magic. Sniff.

Though reluctant, I nodded, and Ravi-san left the room with a smile, saying she’d be back. I hope she returns safely!

I changed into comfortable clothes to change my mood and was about to head to Licht’s room, thinking it was pointless to wait alone. But then, at that moment,

“Guh…!”

“Liger-san!”

“It’s nothing serious! Go ahead! I’ll catch up soon…!”

“Tch, okay! I understand!”

I heard those hurried voices from outside the window. …Of course I was curious. It should be okay to take a peek from the window, as long as I don’t go outside. Still, just in case, I peeked outside the window, making sure no one could see me. And I gasped at the sight.

“He’s hurt…!”

I saw a man dressed like a knight, down on one knee, bleeding from his abdomen, right in front of the inn.

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