Black Summoner

Chapter 124 Sylvia

City of Pars / Clock Tower

Slightly south of the square in the center of town. There is a clock tower that was built as a monument when the quiet town of Pars was founded by the four nations. This clock tower, which is a symbol of peace, is the highest in the city, and it is open to the public and famous as a tourist attraction. There is an observation deck overlooking the city at the top, which is popular with tourists.

However, today the clock tower is not popular. This is because we are in the midst of a festival involving the entire city, a match between S-class adventurers between Kelvin and Silvia. Even in this place, which is usually full of tourists at any time of the day, the desolate birds were chirping as they were taken away from the crowd.

However, there was only one person in the observatory of the clock tower who looked down on the stadium from there.

“Hmm, she is still…”

At the end of the man’s line of sight was Kelvin’s opponent, Sylvia. The man nodded frequently as if he understood something.

“Is the General of the `Steel Knights’ watching the game without an escort in a place like this?”

“Is that voice Kokudori?”

A name was suddenly given, and the man quietly looked back without showing any sign of turmoil. The one who was called out was Kokudori the dwarf, one of Sylvia’s party members. And the one who had been watching until just now, was Dan Darva, the General of the militaristic Trisen’s “Steel Knights”.

“Oh, it’s an honor that you remember me, I’m sure you only know me only as a passerby.”

“The face and name of a strong warrior are unforgettable.”

“It’s rare for Trisen, who hates different races.”

“That’s the policy of the country, but not everyone thinks so. There are rare people like me. And by that logic, wouldn’t it be weird if she wasn’t there too?”

Dan pointed his finger at the match venue. Just then, an ice star appeared in the sky.

“Huh, Runoa… So, have you become able to use that kind of magic? It seems like she’s grown even more in the last two years… No excuse me, is it Sylvia now? Ashley is in the audience, too.”

“Fu, did you notice as expected?”

“She grew her hair long and took off the muffler that she used to wear all the time. But I told you, I can’t forget the face of a strong warrior.”

“So, what are you going to do with her?”

The nature of the air surrounding Kokudori changed, and the pressure hit Dan. Still, Dan seemed unconcerned. Dan raised his shoulders to show no hostility.

“Well, don’t have to worry about it. I didn’t come here to force her back.”

“Then why does it look like that?”

The atmosphere of the place is slightly relaxed.

“It’s a letter from Sutra. Give it to Runoa.”

“Letter?”

Dan handed to Kokudori a letter. The envelope of the letter was stamped with the sealing wax of the Trisen royal family.

“Two years ago, when Runoa disappeared with Ashley, Sutra was deeply saddened, because, in her position, she was Sutra’s only close friend. The one she could talk to without hesitation. We moved the ‘dark side’ and searched for her, but in the end, we couldn’t find her, and it was called off.”

“Oh, I guess so.”

“I don’t know why she’s an adventurer now, and I don’t want to do anything about it, and the only people who know I’ve found Runoa are me, Sutra, and those I can trust. That’s why I don’t want Lady Sutra to be saddened anymore.”

“What are you saying…?”

“If you read that letter, you’ll understand. Now then, I’ll be heading back soon. Recently, I’ve been struggling with aging. It’s hard to get here on a fast horse. I don’t want to grow old.”

While tapping his waist, Dan wrinkled his eyebrows and made a sour face.

“Why didn’t you ask Sylvia why she left?”

Kokudori stopped Dan heading for the stairs of the tower. He had no killing intent, but he was still on guard.

“If I ask her, will she come back to Trisen? I’d be digging up this unfinished business. She silently disappeared to her best friend Sutra. She must have decided for a good reason. I’m fine with that. Lady Sutra also forgave me. Well, I’m not happy with my successor. Oh, he’s gone…?”

Saying so, Dan began to descend the stairs. He didn’t look back and lightly waved his hand.

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Pars Adventurer’s Guild / Guild Master’s Room

After winning the mock battle, my friends and I were detained for a while for interviews. Sylvia, who appeared for the first time, was the same. There was a wave of people over there due to another entourage. The mass of people was gradually handled, and by the time it was over, it was time for the sun to set. It seemed that the festivities would continue until midnight, and you could hear the lively hustle and bustle outside.

“Yes, thank you for your hard work. This is your new guild card. Keep up the good work.”

“Isn’t it too light?”

I came to see Rio pick up my S-class guild card, but I feel like this is being treated carelessly. Didn’t I do my best? First, I received the guild card in the package.

“Aha, I’m actually tired too, I want to go home early and go to bed if I can. I don’t want to get old.”

“Oh, is that so?”

“Well, I can’t say that, but…”

Rio smiled wryly while wiping his monocle. He seemed unusually tired. Well, some of the guild staff downstairs were lying down on their desks and sleeping. The responsible guild leader must be even more tired. By the way, after this, I have planned to have dinner with the shrine maiden of Delamis. Unfortunately, I don’t have time to go home and sleep.

“Come on Kel-nii, show to us the new guild badge!”

“I want to see it too.”

“This one too, this one too!”

Rion and Efil urged me without waiting. For some reason, Gérard returned to his childhood. Calm down.

“Look, take a closer look!”

“”Oh!””

I pompously unwrapped it, took out my guild badge, and held it up. The A-class card had a golden color, but when it became an S-class, it changed dramatically into a rainbow-colored, fantastical thing. The halo was probably just my imagination, but the reception from Rion and the others was very good.

“Heh, it turns into various colors depending on the angle of the light!”

“It’s like a hologram.”

“It’s a valuable item, so don’t show it in public… oops, it’s already this time. Do you remember your plans after this?”

“Yes. It was a dinner with Colette-sama, wasn’t it? ……Um, is she okay?”

I want to forget the daytime nightmare, but honestly, I can’t. Because it was dumped all over the city at a loud volume. I haven’t seen her since then, so I was worried.

“I wonder if she is okay… It seems that Delamis’ party have shut themselves up at the inn where they are staying and praying to God all the time.”

“Is that right, Melfina?”

[Do you want to put it on me here? She’ll be fine. She has overcome many trials.]

I think that this ordeal is cruel treatment for a young girl. It breaks my heart even for a man like me.

“I’ll do something about that, so Kelvin-kun, please follow Angie-Kun’s guidance. Goldiana and the others should be on their way.”

“Understood. Now, you guys go.”

We headed to the reception counter where Angie was waiting. When I closed the door, I had a feeling that Rio was muttering, “To vomit openly, it’s embarrassing… what should I say…”.