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Chapter 29: My Role

"This was quite a rampage, Jurg."

"Well, no one died, so it's fine, right?"

I brush off the dust on my battered body, amidst the collective groans from the surroundings. Looking at the rough-looking individuals, more than thirty of them squatting on the ground, Saran opens his mouth.

"Members of the 'Zogachi Adventure Company,' I sincerely apologize for interrupting you while you're injured, but we have supply deliveries scheduled in the afternoon, so please leave promptly."

Even though they’ve just been knocked down, you’re saying this, you're quite a demon. Some of these guys have multiple fractures, you know.

"Zogachi President? Can you hear me?"

"...Doing something so foolish..."

"It wasn't a good idea to pick a fight with the Heavenly Break Strike.'"

"H-Heavenly Break Strike...?"

What's with these guys? Did they not know who I am before they started a fight? You should gather information properly. It could prevent such situations.

"I'll consider today as a special service and let it slide. Don't think you'll survive next time."

"Ugh..."

Stepping forward lightly, Zogachi, with his broken leg, retreats. The others were also looking at me with completely demoralized faces. 

Oh my... How could these people, who could be half destroyed by a simple punch from me with my bare hands, be so arrogant?

I don't understand it at all.

"Hey, hurry up. Before I change my mind."

"Oh, hey...let’s pull out."

Zogachi stood up using his sword as a walking stick and spoke weakly.

Hearing that voice, the people from ``Zogachi Adventure Company'' began to move slowly.

Several people were still unable to move, but after a while, Zogachi Adventure Company, which had finished loading them into the carriage, began to leave Marhasu without a greeting.

These guys have no manners till the end.

"Sigh... I'm really tired."

"Jurg, are you okay!?"

Fimia rushes over to me as I sit down, starting to apply healing magic. The sensation of wounds closing up, sliced and torn, is something I can never get used to.

"You pushed yourself too hard."

"What? I need to do this much for these kinds of people, or they won't understand, right?"

"We were quite anxious watching."

I volunteered to handle the combat brawl against Zogachi and his group. It seemed to be the best choice for my role.

There were two reasons for this. First, to make them understand. To let them know that the Acting Guild Master of Malhas' Adventurer's Guild is quick-tempered, rough, and is an opponent they cannot contend with using their own violence.

And second, to prevent other 'Mercia' members from participating in the combat brawl. 'Troublemakers' causing chaos in the village is a usual occurrence, but Rolo, Fimia, and Saran are different. Of course, they might have seen them fighting monsters as adventurers, but seeing people attacking others with violence is a different matter. For the future operation of 'Pioneer City Malhas,' it was not feasible to involve allies in combat.

In fact, the villagers are keeping a considerable distance from me. Well, seeing me physically assault someone might have triggered some trauma in them.

"I've healed most of your injuries."

"Yeah, thanks."

"But there won't be a next time."

Fimia spoke clearly, with a somewhat determined tone.

"Huh?"

"I don't want to be a coward who burdens you alone."

"...Me neither. Next time, I won't listen to you, Jurg."

Rolo and Fimia kneel and press their foreheads against my shoulders. Somehow, I feel oddly pleased, and I gently pat their heads. It seems like my decision that I believed was correct has angered them a bit.

"Well then, sorry for the inconvenience, Jurg."

Saran, who walked over, pushes up his glasses and peers into my face. This guy seems to have clearly understood my intentions and is cleverly making good use of them. In a way, I find it reassuring.

If a fight had accidentally broken out... his magic would have been the most frightening thing for the villagers to witness. If he had decided to get serious, he probably would have wiped out those guys effortlessly. Saran Zolark, one of the kingdom's top magicians, is a man who can make such statements.

That's why he called me and made me handle it. It might be harsh to call it self-preservation, but he knows very well how to use me for his objectives.

In that sense, I feel I can trust him in return.

"Looks like you got the result you wanted."

"I'd say it's passable. It seems like I didn't have to deal with everyone."

"Well, they attacked, so there's no helping it. More importantly, what's this about me being the Guild Master in charge?"

Rolo, who reacted to my words, also raised his voice.

"I didn't hear anything about being the Acting Mayor of the new district!"

"Well, did I forget to inform you? My apologies."

This sneaky glasses-wearer...!

He's definitely up to something!

"I might have also forgotten to convey it due to being busy. It worked out perfectly."

"It didn't work out perfectly! I declined, didn't I?"

"You declined being recruited, right? I haven't heard you refuse a recommendation or being appointed as the Acting Mayor."

Oh, this guy always twists things around!

That's why I can't stand Saran!

I thought he had been quiet and working lately!

"I'm not convinced either."

"Rolo, I made the decision on my own. I apologize."

"That doesn't look like you're sorry at all!"

"Come on, not at all. Hahaha."

With an obvious forced laugh, Saran continues.

"We are currently short of suitable talents. It would be a waste not to make use of the nickname Great Illusionist right?"

"Even so...!"

"A resident of Malhas with good relations with the current residents, a member of the 'Mercia' organization that initiated the founding of the pioneer city, a adventurer with a nickname, capable of handling administrative and security tasks, and good-looking... Can you think of a reason not to utilize such an individual?"

Rolo is left speechless by Saran's words. Watching from the side, even I couldn't think of a better candidate.

Adventurers are overseen by me, and Rolo manages everything else. For now, things are running smoothly in the new district.

"It's for the safety and development of Malhas. Please give up."

Pushing up his glasses, the scheming strategist smirks.

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