Chapter 1: A Request from the Culprit

*Great Sin City-State of Greed – Tavern [The Hideout of the Greedy]
 
“Escort Quest”
 
To buy back a sister who was sold off due to a debt incurred by a family member.
 
In such an utterly unreasonable situation, Ur and Shizuku had just recently managed to become full-fledged Bronze-rank adventurers. The request came to them shortly before they received their Bronze-rank certification, during a celebration party held to commemorate their defeat of the bounty target, the *Gem Doll*.… Read more

Prologue
 

“I’m sorry.”
 
No matter who looked at it, “she” was not at fault.
 
She was undoubtedly running around more than anyone else present, doing everything she could. She raised her voice to give instructions, guiding those who were lost and encouraging those who were exhausted. Without hesitating for even a moment, she continued working despite being soiled with blood and filth. While others collapsed from exhaustion, she worked almost without rest, and on top of that, remained attentive to everyone around her.… Read more

EX – A Nameless Group’s Prayer

 
In the western district of the Sin City, Greed, the tavern known as “The Hideout of the Greedy” was usually bustling with adventurers who drank, feasted, and enjoyed themselves. But today, it was unusually quiet.
 
“Aww, they really left, didn’t they?”
 
The normally noisy and lively tavern had a subdued atmosphere. The rowdy adventurers who usually reveled in their drinks seemed unusually somber. The reason was clear:
 
“They’re really something, huh?… Read more

Final Chapter

In Front of the Main Gate of the Sin City State of Greed

 
It was a clear, sunny day.
 
The sun god was high in the sky, shining brightly upon the land. Ur stretched his body, soaking up the sunlight, and exhaled deeply.
 
“What a beautiful day.”
 
“Indeed, it is,”
 
Shizuku responded with a smile, and Ur nodded in agreement.
 
“A perfect day for a journey.”
 
They had both earned their bronze rings.… Read more

 
After a few more conversations, Diz left with Akane, citing work. Though it was sad to see Akane go, it was better to send her home early from a tavern filled with drunkards.
 
“Hey, Ur! You survived!”
 
one of the drunks approached, slurring his words.
 
“Nana, you’re as bad with alcohol as ever,”
 
Her face was flushed red, and she was dressed lightly, revealing patches of skin. She held a bottle in each hand, looking quite a mess.… Read more

 
If Orlok decided not to seek revenge, it could lead to the group splitting up.
 
“That woman really had to pull that stunt…”
 
Even knowing it was venting, he couldn’t help but think that way. He pondered if there was any way to cleanly resolve everything, when suddenly…
 
“Excuse me. Honored members of the Red Ogre.”
 
It was then that Shizuku herself appeared before them, boldly stepping in through the tavern door, accompanied by their fellow boy.… Read more

Chapter 8: After the Festival

 
The sleep that followed the battle fought to the limit was blissful.
 
In the depths of unconsciousness, the myriad fears, worries, and anxieties that had been swirling in his mind while awake melted away before taking form. It was so comfortable that he wished he could stay there forever. His unconscious mind pleaded to remain just a little longer, lamenting that it wouldn’t be so bad to stay here just a bit more.… Read more

” ────! “
 
From when Ur was slammed into the wall, Shizuku’s judgment and actions could be summed up in one word: swift.
 
“[GAYHAHAHAHAHA, GA!?]”
 
She crushed the annoying insect, the gem Golem laughing triumphantly, and swiftly struck it with the “Magic Sealing Ball” she had purchased. Startled by the explosion, dust, and explosive flames, the Golem staggered back.
 
“[GAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA!!!!]”
 
Swinging the remaining left arm as if to brush away, it had just lost one arm.… Read more

“We will participate in the subjugation festival. We will defeat the gem Golem.”
 
When Ur and Shizuku their intention, Nana, their senior adventurer, neither opposed nor supported them. Understandably, she was their senior but not their guardian.
 
However, she was worried.
 
Clinging to that hellish training ground, continuing to dive into the labyrinth at a ridiculous frequency, and then suddenly aiming for a bounty target after just a month as adventurers. Of course, she worried.… Read more

Chapter 7: The Gem Golem Battle

“Hey, this is bad! Get everyone to evacuate, quick!”
 
“Don’t let them all gather in one spot! The monsters will flock to them!”
 
“Stay calm! If you trip and fall, you’re done for!”
 
The supporters watching the Hunting Festival were in a frantic uproar as the battlefield descended into chaos.
 
Trouble was anticipated the moment participants made contact with the Gem Golem. It’s the most accident-prone moment, and there have been fatalities in the past.… Read more