"You, look over there!"

The sound of galloping troops stepped in following the call.

The sound of steps and armor rhythmic to each other slowly moved away.

I sighed from behind the bushes.

Phew...

Fortunately, they didn't come here.

It was terrible. Just because of a slight misstep, they all immediately chased after me.

Luckily I was able to run quickly and hide immediately.

It's even better because they're not looking where I'm hiding.

It's useless if you run as fast as possible but in the end it is found out.

If that happens...

Maybe I can't go home.

After all, why the hell am I always sent for missions like this?

Isn't there someone else who is better suited?

There are so many people who look stronger and more competent at the headquarters.

But why is it always me?

I'm just a low-rank soldier who hasn't even been a soldier for a long time.

Is it possible because of my achievements during my time in the academy huh?

Wait, I don't have any achievements I can be proud of.

Is it possible that I used to famously like to steal things while in the academy?

Is it possible that the nickname 'Andre the collector' has been heard by my boss now?

Well, I don't know.

Obviously, I have to complete the mission I was given right now.

I need to get out of here.

After all, it doesn't seem like I have anything else to do here.

I have to go home and give him the stuff I got.

Slowly, i got my feet out of the bushes.

Saw it around, no one here.

Good, it looks like it's going to be fine.

Wait, don't be happy just yet.

Usually when thinking like this there is a guard who suddenly ambushes me.

I have to stay alert.

I really checked around me, there was no one and no sign of anyone around me.

It seems completely safe.

I put my feet out of the bushes again.

Carefully, I came out of my hiding place and ran away from where I was.

Thud!

I hit something.

"There you are."

There was a very big, tall person in front of me.

Oh no... I got caught.

It's so easy for that person to lift my body.

I'm resigned to my fate.

I will be arrested and tortured.

If I remain silent, I will continue to be tortured to death.

If I talk, it's not a guarantee they'll let me go.

They could have killed me and attacked my comrades.

What am I supposed to do?

Ah, I have to stay calm.

I gave that person my wideeest smile and innocent face.

I hope that person is willing to let me go.

"I told you, If you steal again, I'll tell your parents!"