Chapter 50: The Bee Unable to Fly 5
We fought against the natural enemy of the Honey Bees, the Killer Bee, then successfully drove it away.
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And so we were able to help Hanenashi's friends.
"Oh, thank you, adventurer."
"Thank you, thank you."
Everyone is thanking us. Only they seem confused by our being there, as they never imagined that some adventurers whom they usually treat as enemies would become their allies.
"I never thought that one without wings could be useful."
"I can't believe you're here."
Although Hanenashi is being praised by her colleagues, she has a complicated expression on her face.
After a while, we received further instructions on the route.
"This is the end of our territory. Thank you for your help."
Hanenashi made a deep bow to our group.
"Thank you too. It helped us not to get lost in the forest."
"Why are you accepting her thanks? You were just running away."
"Damn, Nina, were you watching?"
The three were trying to contain their laughter. Apparently, my escape was clearly observed.
"There's no way, I've never fought in my life!"
"Hehe, it's okay, just be yourself, Hiro. And you gave me very clear instructions."
Filiana stroked my head like a mother. Her act is even more embarrassing.
"Well then, Hanenashi, take care."
When Sharin raised her hand and turned to leave, Hanenashi responded in a low voice.
"I wish I could be as strong as you guys."
"Don't worry, Hanenashi is brave enough."
Piyo held Hanenashi's hand. But the girl still continued with her head down.
"No, I knew my friends were in danger, but I still tried to leave them to die. I used the excuse that I couldn't fly and was weak, that's how I've always been."
"Hiroaki-san, even if you are not good at fighting, you still jumped willingly to the battlefield."
She raised her face and looked directly at me with her big black eyes.