Prologue

Oyado~ Are you done packing!?

Im done packing~ Big brother~

Carrying a bear-shaped bag, Oyado instantly flashed right in front of me.

Seeing her entire look She seems to give a feeling of a cute little elementary student Its definitely my imagination.

Big brother, what happened?

Nothing By the way, your bag looks pretty cute.

Right~? Right~?

Oyado happily did a spin, showing off the bag behind her.

Big sister Hei Luoli said it suited my very well, so she gave it to me~

Oh, its her.

As I recalled that Yamato Nadeshiko in a gothic-loli dress, I somehow felt that there was something wrong somewhere.

Ah whatever, its best to not mind about something like this.

Speaking of which, shes going together with us. Well, after all, she did come from the Eastern Continent

Un, un. She told me about it as well~

Alright, lets go. Were going to the gathering point.

I stroked her little head, and then, pulled her hand as we left the house.

Where are we going?

Obviously, the Eastern Continent.

And, the notification from the school stated that its a

School excursion!

School excursion, my ass!

What happened to the exchange programme with a school in the Eastern Continent we agreed on? They actually changed the programme, and changed the list of personnels selected as well.

I even planned on learning some overpowered skills from one of the Eastern Continents schools. It seems I simply had my hopes too high up.

But It has indeed turned into a fully scheduled tour where we tour around the entire Eastern Continent, visit the various schools, and sight-see the many unique attractions.

And, I heard from the principal that the one who sponsored our tour fees were actually the other three Knight Squads.

They sure are considerate. Arent they afraid that we might cause them to go bankrupt?

Or, are they trying to imply that, compared to spending money on us, victory in the academy war is more important?

Well, in the end, its not really that big of a problem.

In any case, without any quests, I simply cant be bothered to fight for the top spot. After all, theres no experience or rewards waiting for me.

Well~ Lets just treat this tour as a form of scouting and expanding my map.

Eh?

When I reached the academys entrance, I suddenly felt something was wrong.

I say This personnel distribution isnt right, is it?

Looking at the few people in front of me, my head began to ache a little, and said.

What? Unsatisfied?

Aliyah, who was wearing a black coat cape, said as she ate her breakfast.

How can a girl chew on her breakfast while squatting next to the school entrance? Thats a little

Thats none of your business, is it!? Idiot!

After saying that, she turned her head away.

Hey hey, since youre going with that look, you might as well add a yoroshiku word printingon your back, you will look more like a delinquent that way.

Ah whatever, its best not to say this tsukkomi out loud.

Aliyah joining the school excursion is not something unexpected, but

But why are Tai Shixi and Lois joining in as well?

Even if you ask me, I dont know either.

Tai Shixi shrugged.

I simply received the notification to join the excursion, thats all.

Me too.

Lois said as she held onto her notification letter, which looked exactly the same as mine.

Is that so What about Bai Yueguang and the rest?

I heard that an assault incident happened yesterday, so they went to play with the rest of the Knight Squads and entered the prowling team.

Obviously, theyre not heading there to play, right Ah whatever, I understand.

Looks like I did indeed go overboard with the incident yesterday

Well, lets just leave it at that.

But, are there only us?

We still have an advisor.

Advisor

Hearing this, I suddenly had a bad feeling.

Yo~ Good morning, everyone~

As I thought, an expected voice came from behind.

When I turned to look, Ms. Mari, wearing a blue Magician robe, while carrying a handbag, walked over from the direction of the academy.

Hey, hey, hey! Just how did you come up with this idea of an untrendy combination of carrying a handbag while wearing a robe?

And how can you do this so naturally!?

As I thought, youre the advisor. What will happen to classes?

You dont have to mind about something like that~ Teaching isnt my specialty anyway~

As our class homeroom teacher, is it fine for you to actually say something like that?

No problem, its not really a big issue anyway.

Haha

I bitterly laughed.

Looks like, this trip isnt going to be boring at all

Speaking of excursions.

The methods of transportation in this world sure is small in number.

The highest class is obviously by airships, but the cost-efficiency of that kind of thing is low. And, it has an even bigger value when used on the battlefield, so its rarely used as a transportation tool.

Of course, excluding a certain princess I know.

Then next are the magic-powered trains and ships. These two transportation tools can be considered as the more high-end ones in this age. And, with the appearance of people like us otherworlders, it seems like, recently, the development of these two technologies seems to have improved by quite a bit.

Of course, there are airships run by hot air balloons as well, but those things are basically too inefficient.

But the hope of having car-related transportation tools are temporarily on hold. I believe that many otherworlders have the ability to invent a car, after all, someone did make a segway, but, until today, there has yet to be anyone willing to mass-produce it.

Probably because they are thinking that it will be too troublesome to do so?

Or there might be some other reasons I dont know of. Well, since everyone doesnt really care about it, then I dont really need to care about it either.

Thus, the few forms of transportation tools left for us are

Horse carriages, and riding actual horses.

Carriages?

This was a good choice by itself, but After I paid attention to our selected personnel, I realized this really was not a good idea.

Tai Shixi Warrior, wants to ride a horse.

Lois Warrior, wants to ride a horse.

Aliyah Warrior, able to ride a horse.

Oyado Assassin, does not wish to be at anywhere else other than on the trees.

Mari-sensei Magician, the only who wishes to be sitting in the carriage.

Hence, the problem surfaced.

Do you want to stay in the same carriage with a teacher, who possesses a mature figure, and also a mind filled with devilish thoughts?

The answer is, let me guess But if its me, I dont have the guts to do so.

As a youth with good morals, whose mind is filled with pure and innocent thoughts, and possess a clean and healthy body, my sixth sense tells me that sitting in the same carriage as her will definitely result to bad things.

Hence, with the support of the majority, our journey began on horseback.

Haah, looking at my Riding skill which was merely at LV 3, I had already predicted the situation that would happen in the future, but to this point, I had long made my preparations, and Im carrying several dizziness-dispel potions in my bag.

As long as I endure for a period of time, I will feel better after my Riding skill level increases. I thought naively.

But since I have a horse to ride, then I have best not resent about it any longer. Compared to those protagonists who conquered their entire maps on foot, our conditions are basically much better than theirs. In times like this, I best be satisfied with what I have.

As we rode our horses on the stone path heading towards the east, very quickly, the distant figure of the academy could no longer be seen.

There were not even anyone else passing us by on this road. Occasionally, there were signboards appearing along the road, telling us we were indeed moving in the right direction.

Speaking of which, other than Tai Shixi, have anyone else went somewhere even further?

Suddenly, Ms. Mari asked.

I came from the Mitchell Kingdom, well, Im nothing but a simple commoner.

Speaking of which, even though I have as Asian-looking face, why did I not spawn in the Eastern Continent like Bai Yueguang and Tai Shixi? Strange.

Well, I dont really bother finding out the reason anyway.

Commoner huh?

Hearing this, Ms. Mari laughed, and then, looked towards the rest.

I dont really know where I came from, because, the moment I was conscious of myself, I was already in the Mercenary Guild with my grandfather.

Lois pondered before answering.

So, going to school is a first for me. Its really a difficult thing to do.

Is that so. But is there really no problems attending school with us? What about your work

I asked a little worriedly.

Of course, theres no problems.

Lois smiled happily.

Because Im currently taking up the job of safeguarding the academy.

Is Is that so?

Hey hey hey, as a guardian of our school, you still participated in the academy war with us, is there really no problems in that regard? I havent heard of this matter in the past either.

Well, since the academy doesnt have any objections, obviously, I wont have any either.

I came from the Ice Empire~ Ever since I was born, I have never been to anywhere else.

The voice actually came from right behind me. When I turned to look, Oyado, who was initially in the forest, was now actually sitting right behind me.

But, because she did not touch me, and was simply grabbing onto the saddle with her hands, I completely did not realize she was sitting on my horse.

I came from I cant remember the name of that place either. In any case, I defeated the famous bandit in that area, and was recommended into the Doge Military School by the city guard captain there. Thats about it.

Speaking of which, Aliyah did not tell me about what happened during the time between she left the Beginners Village and enrolled into Doge Military School. But I figured it was about the same as my situation.

Then, what about you, Ms. Mari?

Me?

Ms. Mari pondered, and then, smiled.

Thats a womans secret~

I simply rolled my eyes at her.

This teacher Just which bastard made her a teacher? Shes going to ruin the future generations, I tell you.

Oh, were about to step outside the perimeter belonging to the academy~

When I looked ahead, the stone-paved road at the front was about to change into a simple path pieced up by stones. Although the new path could be considered symmetrical, it looked rather low-grade.

Is there no other countries in the vicinity? The road actually changed into

Fir, you dont have to hate it so much. This place could be considered as a junction between two countries, so, having a road made of gravel is already pretty good.

Then how far do we have to go today? And when are we able to reach the next city?

Well~ Even though camping outside isnt really a bad idea

When she said that, all of us turned to look at her.

Lets put aside the fact that we otherworlders were basically accustomed to bathing every single day.

Oyado, because of my upbringing, had gotten used to bathing every day as well.

And we dont have to say anything about Lois, who had already been totally influenced by us.

Camping outside, means that, there will not be a warm bath.

So, everyone looked at her with very scary glares.

Alright, alright, I understand! I understand, alright!? Were not the one paying anyway, so, we just have to reach a small village by the hillside called Musta before eight in the evening. Theres an inn there.

But whats the problem?

Since she put it that way, theres definitely a reason why we will have a hard time getting there.

Because that village is in a pretty remote area, so theres no direct route towards the town listed on the new map, only the position of the village is shown Look We have to cut through this forest to get there, but, I think that if we were to enter the forest like this, we might get ourselves lost

Whats there to worry about?

I sighed.

I looked at the map, and then, looked at the rough direction the map was pointing at, then, I fired an Ice Totem towards that direction!

A straight ice totem instantly penetrated through the forest, extending deep into the forest within.

Lets go, like this, we will not lose our way, right?

If those Magicians were to know that youre using magic this way, they will definitely be scared to death.

Why? Because Im too smart?

No, its too wasteful.

Although the Ice Totem can be extended to a length of about one kilometer at most, the distance between us and the town was evidently not that short.

Finally, after the fourteenth time I summoned my ice totem, a voice came from afar.

Stop! Just what the hell are you guys trying to do!

Looking to the direction the voice came from, a young man carrying a bow no, a young girl, who was riding a horse, charged towards us.

Because, with a simple glance, I only saw her blue short hair with a braid, and her voice even sounded neutral.

In the beginning, I thought she was a guy, but when I saw the gender symbol beside her name I realized she was a girl.

Only after she stopped her horse right before us, did Ms. Mari leisurely start to talk to her.

Well, we were simply using magic to guarantee that we will not lose our way.

Hah?

Carefully inspecting our attire, she could not help but gulp down her saliva.

Magicians and Knights Gray Magical Academy and Doge Military School Ah, my bad. I thought that some people were trying to destroy the forest

Even if theres really people trying to destroy the forest, if you charge over like that, you will simply be eliminated.

Aliyah looked at her with a stupid expression, and said.

I kind of feel that this expression of hers looked exactly the same as the one she uses whenever shes looking at me.

Its definitely my imagination.

But I kind of feel that

Alright, alright.

I interrupted her.

Even if we were to continue listening to her, she would simply give some funny logic.

Are you a resident of that village called Musta?

Un, thats right.

A hunter?

Eh? How did you know about that?

Kuh I guessed from the equipment youre wearing.

I wont say I figured it out from looking at your titles.

Mare

LV 8 Hunter

[Kind] [Honest] [Resident of Musta Town] [Beginner Hunter] [Whatever Goes]

Ah, yes, Im indeed a hunter from Musta Village

What a coincidence. Were heading to Musta Village to rest for the night. Do you mind bringing us there?

Of course, I dont mind! But Recently, our village might be a little unsafe Ah, not good. The village elder told me not to tell travellers about this, otherwise, no one will come to our village.

This girl is really an idiot.

Puf

Aliyah could not control herself, and instantly let out a small laugh.

Ahem, alright, in any case, we have understood the situation. Then, please lead the way.

Is it really alright Ah, no, alright, please come with me.

Fir, she already said it wasnt safe

Its because exactly its unsafe, we have to go. Dont forget, who do you think we are?

Side Quest: Exterminate the Demonic Wolf

Quest Objective: Eliminate the Demonic Illusory Black Wolf King

Unique Completion Condition: Find out why the wild wolf demonified.

Unique Condition Completion Reward: Wolf Transformation Gene

This

Tai Shixi, Aliyah, and Ms. Mari all stopped, and began to tap about in the air.

Hey, hey, hey. Cant you guys pull the menu down to the side? At least, that way, you girls wouldnt look so strange

But this Wolf Transformation Gene Is this for real? Im currently capable of Ghostification and Berserkification. Wolf Transformation I kind of feel that if I were to mix it in, I will definitely change into something strange.

Oh well, as long as theyre interested

When I turned to look at them, I saw a green glow emitting from all of their eyes!

So scary! Do you girls really want it that badly!?

That girl called Mare over there!

Aliyah shouted loudly.

Yes!

Mare was frightened by her call, and her body began to tremble unconsciously.

Stop dilly-dallying! Hurry and lead us there!

Ah, alright

The four of them roared as they charged towards the village. It felt like they were rushing towards a bargain sale.

So frightening!

Not long after, the four of them had already ran a pretty far distance.

Big brother, are we not going to chase after them?

No rush. In any case Its not really a big deal.

I said calmly, and then, looked towards Lois who was left at the side

This girl had actually been simply standing there and staring at Oyado the entire time.

Alright, let us catch up to them.

In this party, other than myself, is there really no one else thats normal?

By using their names as my references, we slowly followed after them. Not long after, from the party menu, I realized they have entered the battle state.

And, a second later, a giant thorn of ice, which looked like a tall tower, grew from the ground. Looking at it from afar, a grey wolf was even skewered at the top of the ice thorn.

Isnt that a little too quick? Before you girls began fighting, did you girls give a proper greeting?

Lets go, we have to increase our speed, otherwise Eh? Oyado?

When I turned back to look, I suddenly realized she had went missing without me noticing.

While Lois who was behind me had a confused expression as she looked around. It looks like she was not exactly clear of the situation either.

Haah, alright then. As the only normal person in this party, lets do this normally then.

After thinking as such, I summoned an ice rifle with my hands. After aiming at the enemy on the trees, I fired, and the enemy screamed as he tumbled off the tree!

Shadow Sneak!

Under the cover of the trees, my figure flashed, and I instantly charged to his side, restraining him.

He came from the huge ice tower, in other words, he came charging here from the direction of the village.

And his name was in the red state, which meant he came over here with actual killing intent.

But

He actually stood on the tree in front of us, and stayed there for a long while without attacking. That was also why I did not kill him immediately.

Otherwise, I would have simply shot a Frozen Light at him. According to his level, he would definitely be instantly killed and turned into an ice sculpture.

Wolfman Elementary

Low-Grade Demonic Beast, possesses simple intelligence.

He was a wolfman that was not even a meter in height. Of course, hes similar to the wolfman that we know of in fantasy novels where they would transform under a full moon.

And the one before me looks like its still a child?

Garurumon?

I say, do you understand my words?

I looked straight into his eyes, and said.

Wu

He only had less than a tenth of HP left, and he was currently looking at me with very pitiful eyes.

Haah, geez. This isnt good at all. Seeing that he had intelligence I dont think its good to treat it the same as regular monsters

I say, at least speak to me with a language that I can understand. Otherwise, I dont know whether I should kill you, or should I not

Please Please save us

Suddenly, I actually understood his words!

This language is

English?

Thats right. Although the intonations sound a little strange, it kind of sound like how Indians speak English.

(t/n: No racism intended.)

But!

From the way he voiced out earlier, the language he used was definitely English!

Interesting!

What should I do to help you guys!?

I hurriedly asked in English.

His eyes momentarily widened, and was looking at me with disbelieving eyes.

After being stunned for a moment, he said.