We finished our tussle with Mr. Dread before it turned into a big problem, and headed straight for the back of the association.

　As we walked straight ahead, we soon found a place with a large sign that said "Reception".

(Wow, that's easy to understand. ......)

　Even a first-time visitor could tell at a glance that this was the reception desk - a very kind design.

　However, there were some parts that were very unfriendly.

(Oh, that's the ...... receptionist, isn't it ......?

　The person waiting at the reception desk was a man with a very strong face.

　A smooth skinhead.
　Well-trimmed mustache.
　Sunglasses darker than black.
　Strong, muscular body.

　He looks to be in his mid-forties.

　His expression was one of 'nothingness', and he was silently reading a newspaper.

(Is there any other receptionist other than this one at ......?

　I looked around, but unfortunately I couldn't find anyone who looked like him.

(Is this the only ...... person you can find?)

　To be honest, I'm a little scared, but I'm sure ...... Leia has talked me through it, and I'm sure ...... I'll be fine.

　You can find a lot of people who have been in the business for a long time, but you can't be the only one.

No, no, no, Allen!　He's a bad guy, no matter how you look at him!

You shouldn't get involved with ...... that face, he's definitely killed a few people.

No, but ...... he seems to be the only one who can.

　The first thing you need to know is that the Mage Association is a public institution.

　This is a great way to make sure you are getting the most out of your time with your family and friends.

(It's okay, it's ......, right?)

　I'm still quite worried, but I can't stay stuck here forever.

Let's go to .......

"Oh, Allen, ......?

...... Okay, I'm ready.

　And so, as the three of us stood in front of the reception desk with undaunted determination.

"......Aaah?

　He carefully folded the newspaper he was reading and stood up quietly.

He carefully folded up the newspaper he was reading and stood up quietly. (Oh, big ......?

(It looks like a bear. ......?

(...... scary)

　He is about two meters tall ...... and is probably about the same size as Paula.

(If it's simple size, Paula's size is superior. But ......)

　This person's physiognomy and appearance were too intimidating.

　There was a different kind of fear in him than in her.

　Still, I mustered up my courage and called out to her.

"Hey, um...

"Hey, bro. I saw what you just did. ...... You've got some good stuff (・・・・) for a young guy.

　Then he twisted his evil face into a grimace.

　Maybe he's laughing, but ...... to be honest, it's really scary.

I'm not sure what to say.

　I don't know what he was complimenting me on, but I thanked him anyway.

I've never seen your face before. ...... Are you the kind of volunteer that Leia's daughter was talking about?

"Huh!　I've never seen him before.

　There was a ray of sunshine.

Oh, I knew it!　I'm glad I recognized you. I got a call from a guy who said, "If three unfamiliar people show up, I'm asking for a volunteer." ....... I don't have enough information. ....... I've been wondering what's going on because they hang up on me and I can't call them back.

　He then scratched his head.

"Umm, I'm sorry about my teacher .......

　I'm really sorry about that.

Haha, don't worry about it. He's always been like that. ...... Well, I'm a little late, but let me introduce myself. I'm Bones. I'm Bones Darlton. I'm the head of the Orest Chapter of the Mage Association. Nice to meet you.

　With that, he held out his right hand and shook each of our hands.

　He looks scary, but he seems to be a very sensible and nice person.

　After the tension eased a bit, we each introduced ourselves briefly.

My name is Allen Rhodle. Thank you for your time today.

"I'm Leah Vesteria. Nice to meet you.

Rose Valencia, nice to meet you.

Allen, Leah, and Rose, the bounty hunter. ....... --Okay, I got it.

　Mr. Bonds nodded, matching our names to our faces.

I'm sure you'll have a lot of questions. The two who need to register are Allen and Leah, right?

"Yes.



All right, now I want you both to write your names, ages, addresses, etc. here.

　With that, he brought out two sheets of paper labeled "Registration Request Form".

　Leah and I filled out the form, filling it out as we went.

"I'm done.

I'm done.

　Surprisingly, there were only a few items to be filled in, and it seemed like we were only registering the minimum amount of personal information.

"Okay, let me see.

　Then he took off his dark sunglasses and put on his reading glasses.

　He took off his dark sunglasses and put on his reading glasses, and I could see that his eyes were surprisingly dull and kind.

He said, "All right, you're all set.

　After checking the forms for the two of us, he put away his reading glasses and put on those grim sunglasses again.

He put away his reading glasses and put on those grimy sunglasses again, "I'm going to go make the plates now.

"Yes, please.

　Then Mr. Bones walked toward the back of the reception area.

　As soon as he was out of sight, the three of us let out a deep breath.

　The tension was gone.

I'm so glad ....... He looks really scary, but he's a good guy on the inside.

Yeah, he had cute eyes.

Oh, ...... I'm glad he's really a normal guy.

We were reminded of the obvious: "People are not always what they seem.

　Then, as we waited for Mr. Bones to make the plates, another trouble arose.

"What the hell, man!　Say that again!

"Oh, I'll say it again!　It's all your fault we failed the last time!

　The two men who seemed to be in the same party suddenly started to fight each other.

　The faces of the two men were bright red, even if you discounted their excitement, and it was easy to tell from a distance that they were drunk.

"Well, we're in trouble again, .......

The association here is ...... a bit much.

By 'a little', you mean there are fights in other societies too?

　While we were whispering discreetly.

"Oh!　Good grief!

Good, good, good!

I'm hungry!　I'm starving!

　The mages around them didn't seem to stop the fight between the two, but rather enjoyed it as a snack.

　And then.

I'm not sure what to do.

　Mr. Bones clicked his tongue loudly and peeked out from the back.

　He seemed to have finished his work and was holding two plates in his hand.

I'm sorry, Mr. Bones, we just got into a fight. ......

　When Leah said this, he nodded his head.

"Yeah, I know. Hold on a second.

　Then he walked with his big toe towards the two fighting people.

　Apparently, as the head of this branch, he was going to intercede between them.

　However, the two men, who were engaged in a heated fistfight, did not seem to notice Mr. Bonds' approach.

"Hey!　Get the hell out of here!

"Huh? Where are you aiming at?　You idiot!

Whose association are you guys running amok for?

　I'm not sure what to make of it.

"......!

　The heat of the fight between the two drunks seemed to have died down in an instant.

"Mr. Bones, ......... I'm sorry, ......?

　It's a good idea to have a good idea of what you're looking for.

That's it,.......

This is a strong .......

　I'm sure you'll be happy to hear that.

　I saw it and I knew for sure.

(It's a strong ...... blow.)

　From your feet to your waist. From the waist to the chest. Chest to arm.
　Perfect weight transfer with no wasted weight.

　In addition, the straight right hand that was released in a perfectly straight line, without the slightest swaying (...) - it was a shot of supreme art.

　The other man, who had just witnessed such a terrifying blow in front of him, said

I'm sorry, ......!　But he's the one who's been holding me back. ......!

　But he's the one who slowed me down. !" The other guy apologized and made up a bunch of excuses in a desperate attempt to escape the sanctioning blow.

You know the rules here, don't you?　"You know the rule here -- both sides lose!

No, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no.

　Another hit.
　A beautiful blow, exactly the same as the previous one, was thrust into his face.

　After successfully ending their quarrel, Mr. Bonds shouted loudly, echoing throughout the association.

"You stupid bastards ......!　You drink, you don't get drunk!　All right?



　After hearing replies from all over the place, there was a hush in the association.

　Then Mr. Bones, who had just finished his work, came back to us.

...... I'm sorry, man. We're a bunch of bleeding heart drinkers. A few times a day, something like that happens. ......

""Oh, really? ......"

　It's a tough job, I thought.

　Mr. Bonds cleared his throat and went back to what he had said earlier.

"Here, this is the plate that proves your identity as a mage. Don't lose it.

"Yes, yes!　Thank you very much!

　The plate I received had a bit of red on it.
　It's probably blood from when Mr. Bones hit the two mages earlier.

"......

　But after seeing that powerful straight right, I didn't feel like complaining.

So what are you going to do?　Why don't we take some requests?

"Well, yes. I'd love to.

Oh. ......, but first, can I ask you a few questions?　Why are you guys volunteering?

　I'm sure you'll be glad to hear that.

Well, you see...

　Then I explained the situation briefly.

　I had a literal 'fight to the death' with my opponent at the Great 5th Holy Festival.

　As a result, I was suspended from school for a month, and Leah and Rose were given the same punishment as joint responsibility.

　You can't take the soul-dressing class, but Leia-sensei gave you a certain punishment so that your sword skills would not be dulled.

　That's why he volunteered to become a mage and fulfill requests for free.

　Mr. Bones sat in his chair and quietly listened to the story.

I see, that's what ...... is for.

　He nodded his head in agreement.

He nodded his head in agreement. "Well, if that's what you're talking about, I'd recommend getting rid of the hexenbiest.

"'Hexenbiest' ......?　Not vermin?

　Vermin extermination is the killing of wild bears, wolves, and other animals that may harm people, but not actively.

　A hexenbiest is a dangerous animal that actively attacks people, such as a chimera or an ogre.

Oh, yeah!　I'm not sure what to do with it.　A man should just shut up and hunt demonic beasts!

　With that, he laid out three request forms on the desk.

　He laid out three requests on the desk. They were to kill a goblin, an ogre, and a chimera respectively.

　He seems to be suggesting that I take all three.

"But Dr. Leia recommended exterminating vermin. ......?

"Oh, ...... maybe that's nothing to worry about. I'm not sure if you've heard of it or not. I've taught her many times over the years. ......

　I'm not sure what to make of it.

I'm not sure what kind of relationship the two of them have ......?

　I was a little curious, but I didn't want to offend him by asking something strange, so I decided to keep my mouth shut.

What are you going to do, Allen?　I've hunted goblins in Vestellia,.......

Chimeras are strong, but ...... three of us might be able to ......?

　I'm not sure what to make of this.

　Apparently, I have to decide.

(Goblins, ogres, and chimeras. ......)

　Unfortunately, I've never fought any of them, so I can't honestly say.

　However, it seems that Leah was able to defeat the goblins in Vesteria. .......

　I've never fought any of them, so I can't say for sure.

(...... Let's give it a try.)

　Besides, Mr. Bonds has been waiting for us to shake our heads for a while now.

　It's not like we can say no to these three things now.

I'm going to give it a try.

"Okay!　I'm going to give it a try." "All right, I'll take care of these three requests this time!

　He then put his big stamp on the three request forms.

　Thus, we successfully registered as mages, and the three of us began to receive requests for the extermination of magical beasts.