Mnotia's Den

 "Hey! You there, maid!" As I drifted from the guild toward the noble district where the mansion was, I was suddenly called out to. Thanks to various events, people are somewhat aware of who I am now. That I’m someone from the Müller family too. Which is why, in this town, there shouldn’t be anyone who speaks to me in that tone… That said, I’m probably the only maid wandering around here, so it’s unlikely they’ve mistaken me for someone else. Puzzled, I turned around—and there were the kids from the guild. Well, “kids,” but they’re actually pretty big... Still, compared to adults, even with the height, they’re clearly still slender. And yet, just like I heard at the guild, their equipment fits them perfectly. Looking at them closely again, I can tell right away. Since I started frequenting the Adventurer’s Guild, I’ve seen many adventurers. Even if they maintained their gear, there were always scratches, dents, or stains. In contrast, theirs were too clean. I don...

 "Ah... well, it's not a big deal or anything." He paused for a moment before continuing, "Anyway, listen." "In early spring, nobles from other countries come to attend the academy. They bring knights, mercenaries, and adventurers as their escorts. Merchants follow in their wake, too. The bigger the group, the less likely it is for bandits to target them. And if a group of nobles is nearby, it's even more discouraging for would-be attackers." Ohh, I see. Now that he mentions it, Seriana has been going out daily, attending parties with various nobles from different countries. "And here's the thing. Once those mercenaries and adventurers escorting them arrive in the royal capital, their job is done. After that, they head into the dungeons in the capital to make some quick coin… Happens every year." He muttered this while looking up at the ceiling. What's with him? I could tell he was fed up with it, though… "Our countr...

 It’s already mid-February, and spring is approaching fast. The weather is pleasantly warm. Many trade caravans from foreign countries are coming in, and the streets are bustling with people, filling the royal capital with energy. In previous years around this time, I’d be too busy dealing with new children entering the orphanage or sorting things out for those who had left, and never had the leisure to feel the change of seasons—but it’s quite nice. The recent issue with the Undead has settled down, and I’ve started diving into the dungeon again. Not just Holy Coins, but my cash on hand has been steadily increasing too. I can now freely move around the city using the 【Floating Orb】, so maybe it’s time to try checking out some street stalls? Humming a little tune, I entered the guild in high spirits. Maybe I’m a bit too relaxed, but today isn’t about exploring—just a simple errand. It’s okay once in a while. "What the hell!?" "I have a proper permit, don’t I!?...