"Justice ......"

Alex muttered the word, her heart relaxing for a moment that almost made her legs weak. Of course, she was glad and a little proud of it www.biquge.info but a faint, sad complex emotion also lingered in her heart. All kinds of emotions that Alex herself couldn't tell were intertwined, and she couldn't speak for a while.

Is it...... Isn't it meaningless to live a monotonous life confined to a small village? Alex said silently.

Justice, although Alex has always been keen on the royal system - refers to the story of the kind of righteous protagonist who gathers righteous partners to thwart the villain's conspiracy, but this does not mean that Alex is a young rookie who will be deceived by the word "justice". "Justice" can be a belief that is carried out, a flag that is held in the hand, or even a pass that hangs on the chest. The continent of Trenza is inhabited by a variety of people and organizations, most of whom claim to represent justice, but it is clear that justice is far less dense in the world.

Those who truly pursue justice do not claim to represent justice, and rarely use this term on their lips. For example, the kiss of death, they never flaunt justice to the outside world, and their purpose is just a simple and clear "walk for the weak".

Although they are skeptical of those who sell the word "justice" other than themselves, the word that comes out of the mouth of the old man across the table naturally has a persuasive power that no one else can match. After all, the founder and current president of Kiss of Death has spent his entire life seeking such an ethereal thing - such an old man has made a conclusive judgment on Alex's ethnic attributes, and named it "justice", which seems to be an irreproachable fact.

Although he could understand Alex's feelings, Partridge continued without stopping.

"That's right, it's justice. It's an over-abused, frivolous and vulgar term, but it's a good idea to apply it to you. Partridge nodded lightly as he spoke, "After all, you are sacrificing your own lives...... People who silently support a corner of the world. ”

"Support...... World? ”

Alex was the only one in the room with a stunned expression. Even at the strange unfolding, Hill had an unwavering face—and as for Shalom, she had learned part of it a long time ago, so she wasn't surprised.

"That! Can you elaborate? Supporting the world or something...... What kind of setting is it? ”

“…… Miss Alex, if you can, can you not use the word 'set' that spoils the atmosphere? ”

Looking at the girl on the opposite side excitedly raising her right hand, Salom let out a long sigh helplessly.

"Sorry, I seem to be getting a little too excited...... Alex scratched the top of her head in embarrassment.

Indeed, it's rude to say "set" or something about something that your race has dedicated your life to...... But Alex was having a hard time suppressing her excitement right now.

The secrets of the tribe that the girl has not been exposed to for many years are finally about to be revealed, especially today, when everyone is no longer alive except herself. For Alex, it was a kind of inheritance, a banner that had been handed to her by those who had rested through time, or rather, a gift to her.

For a girl who has been influenced by royal fantasy stories since childhood, there is nothing better than this. Alex felt something intangible, as if reconnecting herself with those who had died. Two hundred and seventeen days after that tragedy, Alex saw something other than blood for the first time.

Responding to the girl's eager gaze, Partridge rubbed the bridge of his nose with his fingers.

"It's a long story to go into detail, and I want to talk about the details after a thorough investigation - judging from the current information, it's just a matter of a few days." The old man looked at the girl with an inquiring gaze, "Although some strong people are difficult, if Miss Alex can wait patiently for a few days......"

"...... it's only for a few days, so it's fine." Alex nodded slightly.

Of course, I am eager to know, but I am not in a hurry to do so. For Alex, knowing that her people are on the right side was enough to thrill and comfort her.

Hearing the girl's answer, Partridge bowed slightly, and then looked at Hill next to him.

He didn't speak immediately, a hesitant look lingered in his eyes for a few seconds. A few seconds later, looking at the teenager's glass-clear inorganic eyes, Partridge spoke softly.

“…… Ciel, do you know what Miss Alex's commission means to you? ”

The boy nodded lightly with an expressionless face.

"Yes......" Partridge closed his eyes slightly, and then suddenly opened them again, "Well, you can prepare now." ”

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Alex, who returned to the tavern alone, was in a bit of a trance along the way.

The scene and the conversation just now came back to her mind repeatedly, making it impossible for her to doubt.

"I'm sorry, this guest. B-cups are not allowed in our store, so please come back if you are at least C or higher. ”

Hearing a familiar voice, the girl looked up and found herself in the tavern. Serra, who was sweeping the door with a broomstick, crossed her forearms with a serious face and gestured a big cross at her.

“…… It's you. ”

Alex's reaction was unusually cold.

"Huh? What's going on? Serra blinked, "I'm obviously ready to be scolded or beaten, why is Alex so indifferent?" Ah, is it said that it is placed PLAY? ”

Ignoring Serra, who was putting on a look of realization, Alex walked straight past her into the tavern.

"Stop! You impostor in poor milk skin - neither complaining nor violent, this is not the real Alex! Give me back Alex I knew! ”

Shouting so loudly, Serra slammed at Alex with a broom in her back.

There was a crackling sound. A few minutes later, Alex and the bruised-faced Sierra sat down at the table in the hall.

"Great, I thought Alex was possessed by something strange, and she was hesitating from side to side, not knowing what to do."

Serra, who still had several bags bulging out of her head and a blue and purple face, said with a nonchalant expression.

"Where did you hesitate? Didn't you go all out in my back without thinking? ”

Looking away, Sierra pretended not to hear the same change of subject.

"Speaking of which, what about Ciel? Where's that lovely apprentice? ”

“…… He was with Miss Salom. ”

"What!?" Sierra was horrified: "How can you let Ciel be alone with her - you know Alex?" Putting Ciel in the hands of Salom is like letting the cat take care of the fish basket, letting the wolf cook the lamb, and letting me clean the women's bath in use! ”

"What kind of attempts have you been trying to clean the bath so far, you pervert!" Alex couldn't help but complain loudly, and then she sighed again: "Don't worry...... It's true that Miss Salom can feel dangerous at times, but she's restrained at work, probably. ”

"Work? Is it a new mission? Serra looked curious: "Then why did you leave Alex behind?" Ah, is it really a task that demands on the chest, as I said at the beginning? ”

"There is no such task in any world! If the client who clearly asks others to administer justice and is still stuck to the size of the other party's chest really exists, let him die! Alex slammed the table excitedly: "After all, it's not a new task at all!" ”

With that, Alex began to recount what had just happened in Partridge's office.

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"Ready? That, what is the preparation? ”

Alex asked curiously.

"Miss Alex, at present, your commission is not something that can be completed in a month or two."

"Well, I'm very aware of that."

Hearing Partridge's words, Alex nodded slightly.

Although Ciel's combat power exceeded her expectations, it was too mysterious to think about it just by relying on a level 20 thief and a level 15 guardian to take revenge on the murderer who wiped out her entire clan. The girl's idea is to approach the murderer step by step, and continue to improve her level and ability in various trainings, and finally usher in the royal road of Armageddon.

"In the past, Hill was given short-term assignments with clear goals, but this time it was different and it was foreseeable that Hill would be out for a long time. So......" said Partridge, looking at Hill—

"It's also time for him to take the assessment and take off the 'apprenticeship' brand."

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"What the hell!? It's obviously the trump card of the kiss of death! Turned out to be a trainee member? That's weird, right!? What kind of organization has a trainee member who makes everyone else's face darker! ”

Alex yelled and slammed the table.

"Ah, that's it." Serra nodded in agreement.

"You know that too?" Alex stared at her, "Don't you find it hard to accept?" Why is that guy an apprentice? ”

"Hmph, what's so strange." Serra gave a look of squint, "Alex may think Ciel is already quite good, but in my case, he's only half-. ”

“……”

Serra's tone and demeanor showed that her words were not false, and as she was shocked, Alex began to look at Serra again.

By the way, although this guy is a scumbag and a pervert, he has no shame in the human sexual harassment machine. But after all, she is Hill's master, and although she usually fights and makes trouble without revealing it, this guy is obviously not an ordinary person.

"Speaking of which, Miss Sierra is Hill's master."

Alex re-suffix Serra's name.

"My unsuccessful disciple made you laugh."

Serra bowed slightly, showing a high-ranking picture.

Unsuccessful......

Can that look be considered a failure? Alex thought back to Hill's previous appearance at the castle, and the age and rank that made more than eighty percent of adventurers ashamed. Feeling ashamed of the land, I couldn't help but be frightened by Serra's strict requirements.

"What exactly does Miss Sierra teach Hill? That's right...... When I was sparring with Ciel before, that guy used a level 10 attribute to burst out with a speed that only has level 15, could it be that it was a secret method taught by Miss Serra-"

"Huh? I'm not going to teach him that kind of useless stuff. What's the use of being fast? Can you touch someone's boobs without being discovered? ”

Serra cleaned her ears with her pinky finger and looked disdainful.

“…… So, is it a swordsmanship that slashes more than 30 times in a second? I still remember that scene vividly. ”

"It's all said, what's the use of that kind of carving insect skills? Can you instantly make a neatly dressed wife with big boobs perfectly torn clothes? ”

Serra flicked her little finger slightly, her face full of disdain.

"If it's not, I can't guess."

Alex raised the white flag and stared at Sierra expectantly.

"So, you're underestimating me."

Serra scoffed, looking sideways at Alex out of the corner of her eye.

"What I gave Hill was something more precious, more extensive, and more practical—and Hill's growth to where he is today is basically because of my teachings."

"Oh-" Alex exclaimed, very cooperative.

"Hmph, you've probably guessed it. That's right, what I taught Hill is what is now integrated with his personality and is part of his character attributes - the ability to play dumb! ”

“…… Ha? ”

Looking at Serra, who was on her toes across the table, with one foot on the stool, and a smug look on her face, Alex was dumbfounded for a moment.

Not paying attention to Alex, who fell silent, Sierra was talking proudly-

"If you have a dog, you have to name it a cat, and after knocking down people with your fists, you have to say that you use the back of a knife, and if others say you can't do it, you have to do it immediately, and of course you don't hesitate to press the button when you see it...... Play stupid when you don't care, play stupid when you can't do anything, play stupid when you can't do anything, play stupid at every opportunity—because of my earnest teachings, Hill has now become a rising star who can throw out all kinds of baggage with a blank face. The kind of chemical reaction that Sanwu attribute and pretending to be stupid would have was something I didn't expect......"

“…… Feed. ”

"That's what I've taught Hill so far, and while he's talented, he's only half as good as me, so he's a complete half-ass." Sierra shook her head with deep regret, and then looked up at Alex with expectant eyes: "But it's okay, with you as a companion with excellent qualifications, Hill will definitely continue to grow, I really look forward to the day when he surpasses me......"

After saying so in such a vicissitudes of tone, Sierra gently patted Alex on the shoulder.

"I've been very optimistic about you since we first met, and no matter what you become in the future, don't forget your original intention - don't give up your nature of complaining. In that case, you and Ciel will probably be able to walk hand in hand forever. In the end, for some reason, she showed a kind expression like she was about to become a Buddha.

"I don't remember having that intention! Say, why do you go hand in hand! Where are we a group of funny artists!? Alex couldn't help but slam the table.

"That's right! That's how it feels! ”

Alex immediately covered her mouth with her hand.

…… Do I really have the nature to be a spit service? Alex couldn't help but think.

After a while, Alex finally came up with the topic at the beginning.

"Speaking of which, how many trainees are there in this town besides Hill? Could it be that everyone is an apprenticeship - this kind of development? ”

"No, it's only Ciel."

"Huh?"

"Because, only Hill hasn't taken the test yet."

"Ah, I see." Alex made a look of astonishment: "It's not that I didn't pass, but I didn't participate...... Is it? ”

Blinking, the girl understood what it meant.

"You just said that there is only one apprentice Hill, which means that all these people in the town have successfully passed, right?" Alex continued with a look of course, "Those people can pass, there's no reason why Hill can't pass - it's just a formality anyway, right?" After all, that guy is an ace. ”

Hearing Alex's words, Sierra turned her head noncommittally.

Even if it's an ace, there are things that I'm not good at. Looking at the scenery outside, Sierra thought to herself.