Chapter 63 Hero, Think

Haa~

Thats no good To sigh like this first thing in the morning I know the cause of the sigh. The Demon King, no, its Fujino huh. Its because of the words that girl said.

You were summoned to this world by using a tabooed technique, they made up an imaginary Demon King, and finally lied to you that the royalty of this country are the bad guys. Furthermore, they even said they could return you to your original world, which isnt possible Even though Ive only said this much, you understand how much youve been lied to, right?

Was I deceived?

If the words of that girl are true, that means I cant return to Japan. Then I must live in this world?

No, didnt that girl also say,

Since my words might also be lies, please think carefully about it yourself.

She might be lying

Is there a reason for her to lie? There is a reason. In order to escape from me, the Hero. However, if we assume everything she said was a lie then I think her behaviour is strange.1

She said that she came to this world two months ago by coincidence. She also knew about Japan. She even went out of her way to introduce herself. And she didnt try to attack me.

But, shes familiar with this world. She could also use sorcery. In just two months? That should be impossible. Didnt the Royal Court Magician say it? It takes at least one year to reach a point where elementary sorcery can be used he said2Then what about her sorcery? Even I, with the additional special ability from being summoned, took a month to reach the point where I could barely use elementary level sorcery.

Even when I try to think about it, I dont understand. Whats going on, I wonder?

Please think carefully about it yourself.

The girls words echoed in my mind. What should I do when I dont understand even when I think about it?

Right, I should try askingif I dont understand.

kon kon kon

Eleanor, is she not here?

I first visited the priest, Eleanors room. That girl saidit at that time.

Aah, this lady seems to know the situation, you know? Wouldnt it be a good idea to try ask her later as well?

At that time, the girls eyes were looking at Eleanor. I wonder what Eleanor knows?

But shes not here so it cant be helped.

Lets look for the next one.

Ah, you three, this is perfect. Theres something I want to ask.

There wasnt anyone in the rooms, so when I tried going to the first floor, except Eleanor, three people, Adela, Fillice, and Matilda, were sat around a table.

Adela is a female warrior, sort of like how they appear in games, shes wearing quite the risqu armour. Her weapon is a large axe and shes a reliable vanguard during combat. Fillice is skilled at wielding a bow, and possesses various skills needed for travelling. Ive been very much under her care since weve left the country. Matilda is a magician whos well-informed of various matters. Although shes still young, shes composed, Ive relied on her since Im not well informed.3

Including Eleanor, these four people are important comrades whom the King assigned to me when I began my journey as the Hero.

Hey, about what that girl said, what do you think?

Since everyone was there, I went straight to the

point.

I tried thinking about it but I dont really understand. Thats why, I want to hear everyones opinions

Saying that, I looked at the three peoples face, but they had a perplexed expression.

I dont know the minor details. The King didnt say anything other than to go together with the Hero.

Adela spoke and let out a sigh at the same time while leaning against her chair

Me too, just like Adela. The King said Im to be in this party. However, that Demon King, no, that girl, if what she says is the truth, I wonder whatll happen to usne

Followed by Fillice. The last part was muttered while she hung her head down.

I think what that girl said made sense. Leaving aside whether shes the Demon King or not, it seems she has information that even Im not aware of. At the very least, within the scope of what I know, what she said isnt wrong.

Last was Matilda. However, Matilda then opened her mouth with an expression as if shes brooding over something.

Did you try ask Eleanor-san? I think Eleanor-san is hiding something. Thinking back, her behaviour so far as well, Eleanor-san commented whenever something happened, I think her behaviour was overbearing at times4. If we believe what that girl said, then Eleanor-san is

Matilda painfully cut her words off.

Its been one month since I was summoned, and two weeks since we left for our journey. Although its only been two weeks, its painful to suspect a comrade that weve travelled together with.5

However, I understand everyone is suspecting Eleanor from watching their expressions.

Ill try asking Eleanor later. Until then, Ill try gather information around town regarding that girl for the time being.

With that, I should be able to at least judge whether that girl is the Demon King or not.

After planning that, I left the inn and decided to ask the people in town.

The first place I went to was the Adventurers Guild. Since shes registered as an adventurer, I believe this will be the easiest place to gather information.

Id like to ask about a person but, its about an adventurer named Sakura Fujino

First Ill ask the receptionist to see what kind of person she is.

Fujino-sama, is it? Yes, shes registered as an adventurer but Although Im only able to say what kind of person she is, nevertheless, will that be alright?

Aah, thats no problem.

Understood. Sakura Fujino-sama is an adventurer that registered two months ago. She has black eyes and black hair, her height is short, she has an appearance of an 8 year old girl.Ah, this is a secret from the person herself okay?6Although she has an appearance of a little girl, she meets the rule of being an adult to be an adventurer7. Her commission achievement rate is high, and her evaluation within the guild is also high. This is all Im able to tell you.

I see, thanks.

I said my thanks and left the reception.

Although I had a poker face on the surface, my mind is filled with astonishment.

EEH!? An adult of this world, if I remember correctly, is 15 years old right!? Is there only a two year difference between us!?8No, perhaps, shes older than me!!? SERIOUSLY!?

It was surprising information. I thought for sure she was an elementary school student, or a junior high school student at the most.

Aah, but if I considering the situation at that time, I might be older.

After reconsidering, I searched for the next informant.

Maybe its because of the time, but the only person inside the guild was a female adventurer.

Lets try asking that lady next.

Excuse me, Id like to hear a little bit regarding someone but do you know of a black-haired black-eyed little girl?

Maybe shes waiting for someone, I tried calling out to her who was sat on a chair doing nothing.

n? What? You want to hear about Sakura? You bastard, why do you want to hear about Sakura?

She suddenly observed me with her sharp eyes, so I arranged a suitable reason with a poker face even though I was surprised.

I heard it from a rumor. Although shes a little girl, shes an adventurer, they said. In addition, it seems the guild also values her well, so I thought Id like to know what type of person she was for once.

Although the lady in front of me glared at me for a short while, she suddenly averted her eyes at the end.

Alright then. You dont seem to have evil intentions. Well then, Ill tell you. Sakura is small and cute (omitted) like the previous time we joined up together as escorts

The lady continued speaking for roughly 30 minutes. The contents were details like how cute that girl was from beginning to end. Furthermore, it seems the story will still continue on.

When I was thinking of a way to escape, the companions that seemed to be who the lady was waiting for arrived.

A, sorry. Were late wait, whatcha doing?

mu, what, its Meriana huh. Well, he asked about Sakura so I spoke a little about her.

Arara, ah, sorryne. This kid, she always becomes like this when it comes to her you see. Dont worry about it.

Hey, I havent finished speakingOi, I can still talk for 1 koku you know!?

Lets leave this place while the woman she was waiting for keeps her busy. T-This isnt running away you okay? This is a strategic withdrawal!

Rather, did she plan on speaking for another two hours?

I left the Adventurers Guild while wiping off my cold sweat.