The Peaceful Life Of A Maid Who Hides Her Power And Enjoys It - Chapter 263
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Part 2, Chapter 61
Twenty personnel, including those responsible for transporting, managing, and escorting supplies for the Wall of Fire, had a brief self-introduction session beneath the damaged air-raid shelter.
First.
Me, who joined as ‘Support Member 1’ of the Sword Master’s party.
‘Andert Pager.’
I’ll skip the detailed explanation.
And the mysterious middle-aged man (though he appears young) who joined as ‘Support Member 2’.
‘Handsome Inspector.’
At this alias that would make allies lose morale and boost enemy spirits, everyone’s attention turned to one place.
To Jin, who was introducing the two of us.
“This is… Andert Pager-nim and the Handsome… Inspector-nim who came as support from the Gray Spear Guild. The alias might sound unfamiliar, but I guarantee his skills, so you don’t need to worry.”
Since Jin vouched for him, some gazes changed from suspicion to anticipation.
The Weatherwax Baroness, who was leaning against the wall, lightly waved one hand while still wearing his mask and smiled.
“Nice to meet you all. Good to see such youthful vigor.”
Bad man.
He’s definitely enjoying this. He must be enjoying Jin’s reaction of biting her lips in shame every time he mentions ‘Handsome Inspector’.
Third was the person called the ‘Coordinator’ of the Sword Master’s party.
‘Kwaegeom Jin.’
One of only three Empire citizens ranked in the top 10 of the 100 Heroes.
Even though the 100 Heroes is a fairly international ranking, Raphael is barely around 20th place, and Natasha is barely around 40th place.
When I asked Jin about the reason.
“To the citizens of the Republic, heroes have a strong image of being sacrificial figures. So it seems higher hero scores are given to fellow citizens who are more likely to sacrifice themselves for the Republic.”
“For that being the case, Duke Berkley Greytown’s ranking was quite high though?”
“Probably… because rumors that he’ll soon step down from his ducal position are widespread even here. Duke Jenail and Duke Hailo have a strong image as pillars of the Empire.”
Quite a reasonable score distribution.
Jin’s upper body had become more solid since I last saw him.
Seeing a new scar extending long below his neck, it seems he went through quite a lot during the past 4 years.
Still, his silver hair cut short as before made it not feel like we hadn’t met for such a long time.
If I had to say something to everyone?
“This infiltration feels like it will be an important turning point in the war against Rien. It’s always a frightening and nerve-wracking mission, but having Andert-nim from the same guild and… nim with us makes me feel more reassured than ever. Let’s all return alive together.”
Truly an excellent inspector.
Then next is the Sword Master party’s…
“…Rather than my name, just call me the Golden Mage. I’m ranked 29th in the 100 Heroes. It might seem like a not-so-high ranking, but I’ve been steadily growing from outside the rankings 4 years ago, to 99th, 49th, and now 29th. I feel like I’ll enter the top 20 next year.”
His role in the Sword Master party is.
“…You can think of me as the brain, I suppose. I play a mediator role like Jin-ssi, a leader role like the Sword Master, and as the main mage, I handle both defense and offense. I’m versatile. That’s why my ranking keeps rising…”
One word.
“…Well, just trust me. The Wall of Fire is nothing special. Those who know will know, but among all parties, our party has the highest survival rate for supply personnel. If you just follow my words well…”
I think listening up to here is enough.
Finally, this party’s leader.
‘Sword Master.’
Everyone’s gaze turned to the man sitting alone in a corner, staring at the air-raid shelter’s wall.
Tall and slender build. A man with short golden hair barely reaching his shoulders, tied down.
Looking at his deep sea-colored eyes, you could feel that he held firm conviction in the path he had chosen. It was the vigor that comes with youth.
He was also a magic swordsman with remarkably stable swordsmanship and composure, using rare black frost magic.
Given his tremendous fame that transcends borders and his mature, even threatening skills for his age, he should be at least in the top 5 of the hero rankings…
“TOP 2.”
“TOP 2?”
“Yes. The 100 Heroes doesn’t reveal 1st and 2nd place separately but bundles them together as TOP 2. The Sword Master was 3rd last year and probably made it to TOP 2 for the first time this year.”
1st or 2nd place.
‘He was more impressive than I thought.’
Right. The Sword Master, TOP 2 of the 100 Heroes.
Let’s hear a word from our leader.
“…”
There are no words.
Next, the 15 supply managers who would be with us gave brief self-introductions.
“I… well, please take care of me. I’ll work hard to survive with the pride of serving the nation.”
Someone bowed deeply with an awkward expression.
“I’ll transport the purification agent with my life on the line.”
Someone clenched their fist with a determined expression.
“…I want to save my mother.”
Someone barely parted their lips after dozens of seconds and swallowed their tears.
After going around like that. The atmosphere in the air-raid shelter was quiet and gloomy like a funeral.
They might not return alive.
The supply managers, who were more clearly aware of this fact than anyone, were waiting for dawn with their own worries and determination.
“Jewelry whatever is in the middle of casting defensive magic circles on the base, right?”
Jin, who was poking the campfire with kindling, quietly answered.
“Yes, Jewelry Fire Royal Flower is also in charge of defense in this party.”
“What’s their skill level? Enough to entrust most of the managers to them?”
Hmm. Jin pondered while staring at the flames with cold eyes, then answered in an even colder voice.
“Don’t entrust them.”
“Right.”
Wait, Rien.
The Sword Master and Kwaegeom Jin are coming!
30 minutes before entering the Wall of Fire.
All parties and supplies gathered at the base entrance.
The entry order was as follows.
【Team 1】
Yeonwang Party: 5 people
Guild Support: 3 people
Supply Managers: 20 people
【Team 2】
Sword Master Party: 4 people
Guild Support: 2 people
Supply Managers: 15 people
【Team 3】
Black Mask Party: 4 people
Guild Support: 3 people
Supply Managers: 20 people
Finally, Team 2, which had the smallest number, gets one additional bomb.
“Nice to meet you, everyone! I’m Luna, who will be part of Team 2’s supply management group. Please take care of me♡”
His intrusion was generally welcomed. It seems Banahal’s additional purification agent support added favorable points to Lu’s first impression.
Of course, some showed negative reactions.
“Tch. Just brought useless baggage. Really, just because the higher-ups are being considerate, we’re the ones in more danger.”
“Look, look at those legs. Like twigs. They’d break if you punched them. Should just stay here and pray quietly, why the hell follow the party out?”
“Sigh… Do they take our mission lightly?”
Everyone knew of their complaints but tactfully pretended not to know. They knew they didn’t have the courage to boldly step forward and reject Lu’s presence.
Anyway, according to the plan, after the first point, the three parties would move along their respective routes.
And…
‘That’s where it’ll really begin.’
Here, 1 hour before gathering at the base entrance.
Baron Fiyora had called the Weatherwax Baroness and me aside to give us a special request.
“Above all else, you two must prioritize the safety of the party members and the supply manager. You must absolutely follow the party leader’s orders. Of course, this might be somewhat uncomfortable from your perspective, but we are strictly participating as guild support…”
After a brief hesitation, she lowered her voice with serious eyes.
“…Please be careful of the Swordmaster party—no, all three parties. You must never trust them.”
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