"Greetings Ryota-sama" She smiles and giggles.
"Eh? Hold on, Are you Synthia?" Ryota's expression is one of confusion and surprise as he tries to process the fact that the Synthia (System) he knew has now turned into a human-like form wearing a maid outfit.
Synthia was just an iPad who now turned into a fine girl wearing a maid outfit. She was just a simple guide who was created by the goddess herself Athena. The one who also transported Ryota to another world.
"..." Ryota silently turns around and slaps himself "Eh? Ryota-sama!?"
He turns around again to see Synthia (System).
"So.. Do you mind explaining how did you turn into a human?" He had a curious expression as he asks Synthia about her transformation.
"Ah, That's right. I forgot to explain my system." Synthia swipes the air opening the manual console and the control panels.
"There, it shows that Synthia also has stats that are already maxed, a notification system, and a map. Meanwhile, the control panel has many buttons that show "iPad Mode," "Human Mode," "Command List," "Command Help," "Call," "Revive," and lastly, "Self-Destruct."
"Ryota-sama, Athena, who transported you, created me to be the guide of souls. My job is only to guide them to their destinations, whether they go to heaven or hell. But then, one day I examined Athena-sama's manga collections, I suddenly felt intrigued and curious. I wondeing how it feels to be human, and what love feels like. After that, Athena-sama heard me and instead of scolding me and giving me a sermon, she smiled and approached me. She asked, 'Do you perhaps want to be able to feel human emotions?'
"I only said 'Yes.' Then, that day, she started giving me hope by providing me with new control panels to use. But, I still wasn't able to turn into a human. Athena only said, 'To be able to turn into a human, you shall be patient as he will come soon and turn you into a human, and the rest is present.'
"Synthia then stands up and bows down to Ryota. 'Thank you, Ryota-sama, for turning me into a human and giving me a name.'"
Ryota then looks away slowly getting red and clears his throat. "Ehem, I know this is starting to get awkward but.. Nice to meet you Synthia." He smiles and extends his hand toward Synthia.
Synthia's eyes widen and smiles as she accepted Ryota's hand. "It is pleasure to meet you too, Ryota-sama."
Ryota and Synthia shake hands, and then there is a moment of silence between them. Sensing the awkwardness, Synthia speaks up.
"Ryota-sama, would you like to eat? I bet you're hungry."
"A-Ahh! Indeed I am hungry!"
"Then Ryota-sama, While you were talking to the elf, I had already scanned the city. So feel free to look at the map!"
"Thanks, Synthia," Ryota said, as he swiped his hand through the air and brought up the stats panel. He quickly checked his character's level and inventory slot before switching to the map. As he zoomed out, he noticed something that made him pause.
"Wait a minute, Synthia," he said, turning to her. "We're currently staying at the inn, right? But did the adventurers who saved us pay for our lodging? If they did, I'd like to repay them."
"Hmm." Synthia swipes the air and checks the map then search for the name of the elf -L-I-R-I-E-N-. The map scans the city and shows that the elf (Lirien) is in the adventurer's guild.
"Ahh, They are at the adventurer's guild right now."
"Now then.. Let's go!"
Ryota and Synthia walked out of the room and made their way down to the hub of the inn. As they passed by, the innkeeper glanced up and noticed the beautiful girl in a maid outfit accompanying Ryota.
"Hmm, that's strange," the innkeeper muttered to himself. "I don't remember seeing her check in."
Meanwhile, the other patrons in the hub turned their heads to get a better look at Synthia, their curiosity piqued by her unusual attire. Some whispered among themselves, while others openly stared.
Sensing the attention, Synthia straightened her posture and gave a polite nod to the innkeeper. Ryota, however, looked a bit uneasy with the sudden attention. He quickly made his way out of the inn and headed to the adventurer's guild.
As they entered the guild, they were greeted by the bustling sound of adventurers going about their business. The air was filled with the scent of leather, sweat, and steel, and the walls were adorned with maps, weapons, and various trophies from past quests.
Ryota and Synthia made their way to the front desk, where a receptionist greeted them with a warm smile. "Welcome to the adventurer's guild. How may I assist you?" she asked.
Ryota cleared his throat nervously. "We're looking for the adventurers who saved us from the goblins," he said, his voice shaking slightly.
The receptionist nodded sympathetically. "I see. Well, several parties have recently returned from goblin-slaying missions. Can you provide me with any details on their appearance or names?"
"There's this elf name "Lirien". She was the one who found me on the ground at that time I was blacked out."
"She is right over there" The receptionist points at the elf who is sitting down the couch. "Thank you!"
Ryota and Synthia approached Lirien, she looked up from the paper she was admiring. "Ahh! It's Ryota! Hello!"
"H-Hello Miss Lirien."
"Don't be polite around me! It's really weird especially when you were the one who made my day."
Lirien notices the girl who is behind Ryota and looks at her attire (Maid Outfit) "Oya? Who could this be? Your wife?"
Ryota coughs as Synthia turns around as covers her mouth laughing silently. "N-No, This is Synthia. My maid."
"Nice to meet you Synthia." She extends her hand as she waits for her.
"N-Nice to meet you too Miss Lirien." She shakes her hand.
"Now then, State your business." Lirien puts the paper in the backpack beside her and focuses on Ryota and Synthia.
"I'd like to pay you for saving me back in the woods."
"Hm? Ohh that.. It is fine! Actually, I'm the one who is supposed to thank you for making my day! Is there something I can do for you in exchange for making my day? Anything is fine!"
"A-Anything?" Ryota slowly looks at Lirien's chest, meanwhile, Synthia notices Ryota's eyes. "It must be nice having an elf do "anything" for you huh~," She says in Ryota's mind using telepathy.
"O-Oh, My bad.." He clears his throat. Ryota paused and his eyes widen as he thinks of something.
"Then I'd like you to teach us on becoming an adventurer!"
"Hm? That's it?" Lirien asked and smiles. "Good timing, Tomorrow will be the special test for registration of adventurers! You'll get the chance to be promoted to D-rank instantly!"
"Tomorrow? then we're going to register tomorrow!"
Lirien nods. "Prepare for tomorrow and come back here at early morning!"
Ryota's eyes widen with excitement. "Thank you so much! We'll be sure to be here early in the morning."
Synthia lets out a sigh "I'm starting to get worried about you, Ryota-sama.."
"We're going now! Take care Miss Lirien!" Ryota walks out of the adventurer's guild followed by Synthia who bowed at Lirien first.
"Hmm~ Interesting bunch." Lirien smiles as she drinks her beer on the table.