Livia diligently takin care of Jay even though he turned her down . What could this be mean . She had questions for herself and lingering feelings . Deep down she couldn't accept it .
She thought that one day he might leave his adventure and settle down .
Her feelings for him were genuine .
But she couldn't show them .
Not after what happen .
She recalled to the moment when Jay went mad as he cursed X and acted like a madman .
If he met X would be finally be set free .
If I pass through the gate with him . But I can't leave my clan , my own family which raised me .
While McElroy and Lilia headed to the guild . They had become widely popular and gained reputation.
To the point that the guildmaster who was sitting in the bar and drinking to drown his sorrows . Would turn bright .
McElroy went to hand over the stone to the receptionist.
McElroy:
I would like to submit this as a completion of my quest .
Receptionist:
May I have a proof of your identity .
McElroy :
Proof of identity ?
Receptionist:
We've recently had a issued unique identity proof to workers B and above .
McElroy :
I didn't get such proof .
Receptionist:
Then you cannot submit this as evidence .
McElroy:
You know me right I've been working here for a long time .
Receptionist:
I'm new here so I don't know anyone .
I'm sorry for the inconvenience.
We went over to the master .
Master :
Ah you're back , I've been waiting to give this to your group .
This here a stamp customely made for your group .
McElroy:
What's the need you could've just know that it was me .
Master :
About that . Recently there was a scandal . When a S class group was returning from an completed mission they were heavily injured ,
Thats when they were attacked by some of the lower class and they defeated the heavily wounded S class .
They then submitted the quest as completed and took the reward for themselves .
And now they've run away.
McElroy:
That's too bad I hope it wont happen with anyone else .
Receptionist:
Hmm it seems there is a mistake .
The quest Is reported completed over here and the rewards have been already distributed.
McElroy felt that he had been cheated . For his efforts.
McElroy turned towards the guildmaster and noticed that he had vanished .
McElroy turned the guild upside down to locate him and found him running for. his life . McElroy jumped out of the window and stood right before him .
McElroy:
Sir we need to talk .
Guildmaster ,: (keeping his composure )
Yes McElroy do you need some help .
McElroy:
Yes I actually need to borrow some money that you might owe me .
Guildmaster:
Well as it turns out I am a very poor person . So I cannot give you money . But maybe something else .
McElroy:
If you give me a new job one more time .
Guildmaster:
It's exactly what I have for you .
McElroy: (threatening smile )
It doesn't matter if you have sell the guild we want compensation for the two jobs .
Teleporting to the office .
The guildmaster opened a drawer and
he removed a ring .
Guildmaster:
Tomorrow is my son's marriage and he asked me to hold on the ring .
But it seems I could no longer do that .
You are an honest person McElroy much human than that Jay .
So I'm not worried to give you this ring .
I'll tell my son that the ring was lost so please don't be resentful .
It was a ring made of gold and inside was an emerald . It had carvings in the middle and it was filled with platinum .
Due to its craftsmanship it could easily fetch a good value . How lucky must the bride be to get this .
McElroy :
I'll forget what happened today. And convince Jay too but if something like this happens again . I'll let him take over .
Jay hates going on quest . It's a good thing that I came or else Jay would have sold that ring in a heartbeat . Or the guild .
Just to spend some days loafing around .
Guildmaster:
McElroy don't forget to turn up to the wedding tomorrow . And bring all party members .
McElroy: I will . Thanks for the invitation.
Lilia was waiting in the bar chatting with other guild members.
Lilia :
And the city disappeared into thin air .
? :
I think you're spending too much time on your work . You should get some rest for a while . Maybe it will freshen things up .
Lilia :
So you don't believe me .
? :
Its not like we don't want to believe your words but the story you told. just sounds like a fairy tail .
A city in the middle of a desert . À big clock tower . Delicious food which is dirt cheap . Rare items never seen before .
And the fact you met someone who is supposed to be long dead .
Their arguments were on the point . It did seem like a fairy tail . We have nothing to show for it .
Lilia spotted me leaving the chamber .
Lilia :
Tell them what happened McElroy.
When we infiltrated the city .
McElroy understood by looking at the faces of the audience . Who were pretending to be interested.
McElroy knew even if he said something he would only hurt Lilia's position.
Nor he could take their side . So he just took her side .
McElroy:
Sorry she's high right now . Please forgive her if she said something offensive.
? :
Ah ja that so , wonder she seemed to be sputtering nonsense .
Both of them slipped out of the guild .
Lilia :
Why don't you defend me there .
McElroy :
They would have never believed you they never do . But if I would have defended you it would've only hurt you more .
Lilia :
I don't care about others . But I felt hurt because the one who was with me like a friend didn't defend me. in the time that I needed their help .
You're the one who never understand.
McElroy:
I'm sorry I just thought that things would go normal this way .
Lilia :
They knew you were lying about me being drunk . I've sworned to never touch alcohol . Ever since my father died . (depressed)
McElroy :
I see he must have been important to you .
Lilia :
He was the most biggest douchebag in town , drinking all day , taking loan just to drink and mourn my mother .
Though unlike others he told me that I was the splitting image of my mother .
Told me that he would be forever with me . And he died . And I've led my life paying loans . (Teared up )
I never had any intention to work at the guild . But I was falling short on cash and I wanted to pursue pure philosophical mana research .
I've still to pay 3 years of the loan
McElroy:
Relax just take a deep breath. Don't cry . Everything will be fine . Everything will be fine, We can. talk more once we go home .
The crowd started watching us with a weird gaze . The gaze felt very suffocating .
Lilia : (broken up )
How will everything be fine .
McElroy :
We'll sort something out. We'll do something about it .
She felt relieved and slowly stopped crying . And now they were at the mansion . With a bad news that will flip Jay out
McElroy :
Do you want to see something fun .
Lilia :
What ?
McElroy:
I have a summons quest with me and as soon as I show Jay he will flip so hard .
Jay had woken up 2 hours ago feeling numb . His motor movement felt weird as if he wasn't in control . He felt clunky . But he was leaning on Livia
McElroy:
Hey Jay guess what I have with me .
Jay : (calmly and slowly speaking ,)
Another quest right . Let's discuss it now or maybe later after you freshen up.
McElroy and Lilia were shocked to hear Jay's answer . How could a person. change this much .
McElroy:
Are you going to die , Jay
Jay : (saint like tone)
No McElroy my dear friend . I have finally understood that I have treated you lot very poorly . I am sorry for offending you .
McElroy just couldn't accept Jay's actions .
McElroy :
Hey umm Livia did something happen while we were gone .
Livia :
Not at all he just woke up and he looked at the music device and now he's like this .
McElroy :
Jay just end this please . I accept your apology. I had a job with me I'll just reject it . Just say the word.
Jay :
We'll accept the job as always . But this time not for money .
Because money has no meaning left .
His left hand which was empty suddenly had an gold bar on him .
McElroy :
What did you sacrifice this time .
Jay :
My vitality . I heard since I can't consume potions . But I cannot handle pain so I want Swift death .
McElroy :
Jay you idiot , you once told me that a warrior always fights to his life's end .
Remember how you fought the witch in the verge of death you defeated her .
Jay :
Because I had potions that time . I could just heal . And now if I get hurt I am done for . I will be just a burden .
McElroy:
JJJAAAYYY .
McElroy couldn't hold himself back as he punched Jay with all his might .
And Jay collapsed to the ground .
McElroy:
You have become too much reliant on those damn potions . Look at us we don't use potions but still we have returned alive didn't we .
Jay :
Don't worry I don't plan on dying . I have somewhere to be .
He held a phoenix feather . The gift that he received.
Jay :
Remember this McElroy.
McElroy:
The phoenix feather now you're actions make sense .
Jay :
I want you to wear this McElroy.
McElroy was stunned and dumbfounded.
McElroy,:
You want me to take this ?
Jay :
That's what I was intending from the beginning.
Jay gave the phoenix feather to McElroy. McElroy was very touched when he got the feather . He wore it as a necklace .
Jay :
What have you bought with you McElroy.
McElroy:
A new quest and a wedding invitation.
Jay :
Hmm didn't expect that .
Everything was resolved and the next day we attended the wedding . But McElroy still had the question what happen to Jay when he woke up