Four days later, in the early morning, in the forest on the outskirts of Harugion.

“…… Wait a minute, Mebis...... Even if we leave today, we don't need to get up so early, right? ”

"Hey......

Unlike Mebis, who was obviously excited and couldn't sleep last night, and got up early in the morning today but was still in good spirits, Zela, who didn't seem to wake up, was in stark contrast to her.

In the past four days, Zela finally learned that even if the world is different, the girl's shopping skills can be self-taught.

It's just that Mebis is less aware of money, so Zela, who often finishes for her, finds that her small coffers are shrinking at a rate that is visible to the naked eye.

If it goes on like this, don't talk about the royal capital, it is estimated that they will not live in "Magunolia" for two days, and they will have to meet the dagger......

And more than these, what made Zela feel more troublesome was the three people who had been following behind.

“…… I said, "How long are you going to follow us?" ”

Shouting again at the three treasure hunters who had kept their distance behind her, Zela felt a headache.

It's been four days, and if only this guy could use this energy elsewhere.

"Don't say that! Fellow Magicians aren't that easy to find, and I won't give up until you agree to join us! ”

Showing a mouthful of big white teeth, Yuri gave a hearty thumbs up.

“……”

That day, after knowing the reason for their risk, the guy got entangled as if he had taken the wrong medicine.

When shopping, eating, or sleeping...... Ahem, the last one didn't, because Zela would have defensive magic in her room when she slept at night.

Although she always saw a certain golden retriever with an exploding head on her head the next morning, she was also thinking about whether she was too light.

However, Zela was a little annoyed, and Mebis began to take an interest in the profession of treasure hunter.

So during meals, she would often take Zera to listen to Yuri's adventures that they deliberately revealed.

This kind of place is pretty clever!

Rubbing her temples, Zela stopped Mebis and prepared to let the gang go first.

“...... If you're mistaken, we're not following you. ”

When they overtook Zela and Mebis, Yuri explained decently.

"The town where our guild 'Wind Spirit's Labyrinth is located just needs to pass through 'Magunolia'."

"So before you do, you might as well think about it!"

"Even among the treasure hunters, our strength is one of the best!"

Yuri, who did not hesitate to praise himself, said a few words and revealed his purpose, and kept selling their team.

And Volod and Precht actually nodded cooperatively this time.

(Really...... ）

Truth be told, Zela doesn't mind joining Yuri's team, after all, these three people are 'know-it-all' to her compared to the others.

It's just that in her heart, she doesn't want to end the two-person trip with Mebis so early.

Originally, according to Zela's plan, he would not consider creating or joining a guild until at least after the royal capital.

The current word......

"Of course, if the little girls want to find the 'goblins', we will also help!"

Looking at the silent Zela and the excited Mebis, Yuri, who has an IQ on the line, played the most crucial card.

"Really?!"

The words blurted out, and Mebis blinked in surprise.

Then, the Feather-Eared Maiden looked at Zera with a pleading gaze.

"Alas......"

(Don't look at me like that...... ）

Where did she learn this sparkling gaze attack......

Some couldn't resist looking away, though Zela knew that if she refused, Mebis wouldn't object.

But this time, she finally 'compromised'.

(You'll win this time...... ）

Squinted at Yuri maliciously, causing the latter to shiver involuntarily.

“…… I see, we'll agree to your invitation for the time being. ”

"Ha ——!"

"But!"

It didn't make them happy too soon, and Zela immediately poured cold water on her.

"If you're holding us back, don't blame us for quitting then."

After making eye contact with the other two, the blonde youth patted his chest and made a reassurance.

"Oh! You won't be disappointed! ”

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The journey to "Magunolia" was not enough in one day, so in the evening, the five-person team also began to divide and work together.

"What? Are you going to collect the ingredients for dinner?! ”

Holding the materials for setting up camp in his hand, Yuri, who heard the suggestions of the two girls, said in some surprise.

Now that the team has been formed, these big men naturally take the initiative to take over those manual tasks.

"But ......"

His eyes kept wandering over Zela's feet, and Yuri didn't know whether to speak or not.

Although there is Mebis on the side, it is still not suitable, right?

“…… Oh, I'm really underestimated. ”

Knowing that her feet influence many people's perceptions, it's no surprise that Zela is no different.

But they all seem to have forgotten that she is a magician.

"Look closely, I'm not as weak as you think."

With a mysterious smile, a dark red magical glow glowed on Zela's body, enveloping the magic wheelchair beneath her.

"It's ——!"

Soon, in Yuri's eyes, Zela's wheelchair began to slowly deform in the white light, and finally turned into a ...... Broom?!

(Hmm......! ）

This scene made the rare and strange Yuri open his mouth again.

Next, the transformed magic broom lifted Zera, who was sitting sideways, and floated in the air.

"Wow! Zela, that research was a success, didn't it?! ”

Happily clasping her hands together, Mebis knew that her friend had been working on this for a long time, and now it had finally come to fruition.

[Material Change] and [Flight Bonus].

Although in the future, there will be many magicians who can fly in the air and change their costumes, but in this era when magic is not so developed, there are not so many new ways to use it.

Smiling, he stretched out his hand to Mebis on the ground, and under the expectant expression of the feather-eared girl, the two flew into the air.

"That's it, I'll leave it to you here. Sit tight! Mebis! ”

"Hmm!"

Laughter came from the sky, and Yuri could only watch them go away.

"What's going on? Yuri! What about Zela? ”

Volod, who was collecting branches nearby, and Precht, who was in charge of the fire, looked around when they heard the commotion, and shouted at Yuri, who was stunned.

Precht ...... Volod ......"

A suppressed voice called out to his companion, and his body shook slightly with his fists clenched.

"We might ...... it"

"I've found a great companion......"

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At the same time, just as Yuri and the others were celebrating the rebirth of the party, the Treasure Hunters Guild, the "Labyrinth of the Wind Spirits" was located outside the town.

A masked freak on a horse looks out over the town with an unpleasant smirk on his face.

“…… Start there, the first step in building my 'kingdom'. ”

(I haven't been who I've been for seven years since I got that thing...... ）

As soon as he remembered what happened at that time, the wound under his mask hurt again.

The dark magic rippled in the shadows, and one after another came out of the forest with hoods and weapons.

"Go ahead."

"Yes! Lord Chopris! ”

……

There are still 85 days left before the birth of "Fairy Tail".