Early morning, the Adventurers' Guild in Mondstadt opened its doors right on time. Katheryne greeted the adventurers gathered at the entrance with a beautiful smile.
"Woohoo! Waking up early every day is worth it just for Katheryne's smile. I'm fulfilled again today!"
"Miss Katheryne, please go on a date with me today!"
Smiling at the enthusiastic adventurers before her, Katheryne bowed slightly and said, "I wish you all a safe adventure today."
As time passed, the guild hall grew busier. The commission board was filled with the sound of paper being torn off as commissions were quickly taken up. Some people, hesitating for only a moment, found their intended commission already claimed, leading to sighs of disappointment or expressions of relief.
Hiroshi led his group into the Adventurers' Guild. Today, Fischl was on a separate investigation mission, and Kazuma Sato had taken Megumin back yesterday. According to Kazuma, if they didn't return soon, that idiot goddess would starve to death, and as her companion, he couldn't allow that to happen—though he insisted it definitely wasn't because he was afraid Jean would track him down.
Hinata and Klee held hands, looking around at scenes they had only seen in anime, exclaiming in awe.
Ruri Gokou, watching Hinata's excitement, smiled happily. Growing up, her family's financial situation wasn't great, and they rarely traveled. But now, as she grew stronger and her ties to the chat group deepened, her family's circumstances had improved significantly.
She stole a glance at Hiroshi standing beside her. Ruri's eyes softened, memories flashing through her mind. Initially, though she had the chat group, she was just an ordinary girl in a mundane world with no way to make significant changes. But after the first group mission, she got to know Hiroshi through his trades, and they became friends. Hiroshi had helped her without hesitation, guiding her abilities and training alongside her.
And now, Hiroshi was helping her for her sister's sake as well. Remembering their time together, Ruri blushed and shook her head, asking Hiroshi, "What mission are we taking today?"
After scanning the commission board, Hiroshi thought for a moment before bending down to address Hinata, who stood by his feet with Klee, "Hinata, let me see your attribute panel."
Hinata, who had been looking around, heard Hiroshi's voice and nodded, opening her attribute panel.
Name: Hinata Lv5 (250/300) [Extraordinary]
Strength: 10
Endurance: 10
Agility: 10
Intelligence: 10
Spirit: 100
Ability: Spirit Summoning - Wind Lv1
Derived Attribute Ability: None
Skills: Basic Spiritual Control Lv1
PS: Hinata started with Strength 2, Endurance 3, Agility 2, Intelligence 3. Body potential allows for +2 free attribute points each level up. Attributes also grow with age as a young child matures.
After examining the attribute panel, Hiroshi waved his hand at the commission board, and two commission slips flew into his hand. Hiroshi smiled at Hinata, who looked at him curiously, and said, "Today, Hinata, these two commissions are for you."
Walking up to Katheryne's reception desk, Hiroshi handed her the commissions and said, "Miss Katheryne, I'd like to take on these two commissions today."
Katheryne took the commission slips from Hiroshi, glanced at them, then looked down at little Hinata at Hiroshi's feet and smiled, "I see. Very well, Mr. Hiroshi. Both commissions have been registered."
"Thank you." After receiving the stamped commission slips, Hiroshi turned to leave.
"Hey, Hiroshi!" A voice called out, and Hiroshi turned to see Paimon and Lumine approaching, carrying a few commission slips.
Paimon happily flew around Hiroshi in circles, looking at the commission slips in his hand, "Long time no see, Hiroshi! Are you guys here to complete commissions too?"
Hiroshi scratched Paimon's little face, handing over the commission slips for her to see, "We just had a gathering two days ago, didn't we? How is that 'long time'? Are you guys here for a commission too? Where is it?"
Paimon waved the slips in her hand regretfully, "We're going to Wolvendom. The mission is at the passage between Springvale and Dawn Winery—there are a few Hilichurl camps, and we were commissioned to clear them out."
Paimon looked at Hiroshi's commission slips in curiosity, "But Hiroshi, why are you taking two commissions at Windrise and Eagles' Gate? Aren't there only Slimes and normal Hilichurls there?"
Hiroshi pointed at Hinata, who had rejoined Klee, "Today's mission is to help Hinata get used to using her strength and fighting. Although she won't need to fight in future battles, learning combat skills will help keep her safe. And the little one still can't control her powers properly, so she needs practice. Otherwise, she'll keep breaking dishes like she has been for the last couple of days."
"You know their world is a normal one," Hiroshi said, poking Paimon's cheek. "Imagine Hinata coming home from a two-day trip suddenly as strong as a bull. Breaking the furniture accidentally... her dad would be scared to death. And if she can't control her power, she might hurt someone by accident."
Paimon nodded in agreement, rubbing her cheek where a little red mark had formed. She flew up to Lumine's shoulder and waved to Hiroshi, "Alright then, see you next time. Don't forget to call Paimon if there's good food!"
"Yeah, yeah, I won't forget you, you little glutton," Hiroshi smiled at Paimon and said goodbye to Lumine, who was examining her commission slip, before turning and heading back to his group.
Handing the commission slips to Ruri Gokou, Hiroshi said, "We'll take these two commissions today."
**Commission 1:** On the roads of Windrise near Padra Village, a group of Pyro Slimes have gathered, affecting the villagers' travel.
**Objective:** Eliminate the Pyro Slimes.
**Time Limit:** 24 hours.
**Reward:** 10000 Mora, 100 EXP.
**Commission 2:** A number of Hilichurls have appeared on Eagles' Beach, making it difficult for the villagers to fish.
**Objective:** Eliminate the Hilichurls.
**Time Limit:** 24 hours.
**Reward:** 24000 Mora, 200 EXP.
Outside Mondstadt, Hiroshi and the others walked leisurely under the morning sun. Klee, Hinata, and Luo Xiaobai ran around, occasionally picking fruits from the roadside and sharing them happily with the others.
Hiroshi and Ruri Gokou walked side by side, enjoying the gentle breeze.
Behind them, Infinity accepted a Sunsetia handed to him by Klee, curiously inspecting the unfamiliar fruit before taking a bite. The light and delicate sweetness spread through his mouth, blending into his body.
Infinity looked up at Klee playing with Luo Xiaobai and Hinata, the three children, dressed in three different styles, left trails of laughter in this beautiful world. Even usually composed Luo Xiaobai showed a child's side. Infinity finished the fruit, the breeze ruffling his hair, and smiled warmly.
"Today looks like a good day."