Manowa

Chapter 17

Lets fight the examiner

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*Adventurers guild office, basement arena

So theres an arena down here.

In the examination day, Pran brings Kazane and Yumika to wait in the office before going to the basement where the arena is located.

It seems that in the past this place was a slave market. Though now its as you can see.

Pran said unamused.

(Slave, huh)

Theres slavery in this world. Kazane has even seen some slaves being dragged by its traders in the market many times.

While their treatment doesnt seems to be as bad as Kazane imagined, its still by her own standard, and it seems like there are some who has worse circumstances than it is here too.

Inside the arena, theres someone whom Kazane and Yumika know.

Ah, Master.

Hello Kazane. Good morning, Yumika.

Good morning. Mondorie too. Is your body alright?

Yup. Morning, Yumika and Kazane. The injuries no longer pose a problem.

Rather than injuries, the bitten parts inflicts wicked diseases. Thats why he needs to stay in bed.

Ah, I see.

So it is an infection, thought Kazane.

Then, today we should meet with the examiner, but perhaps it is you, Master?

Level wise he seems appropriate, but apparently its wrong. Master shook his head.

No, today Im just a guest. After you guys beat the examiner, the C rank mission youll accept is to escort us.

I see. So you will finally return home.

Kazane laughs, but from Master's back, a modest man let a forced *cough* and walks forward.

Representative Johnz, please stop the joke about beating me. They are just F ranks, moreover theyre kids.

To the sullen man, Master talks back amusedly.

But Kimberly. Those girls are amazing, you see.

I dont want to hear it. You who work independently and had even received an injury should act more prudently.

Tch, I think itll better for you if you live more flexibly.

Therere some who had hard times because people around them are too flexible. Me is the best example.

While smiling wryly at Kimberly's sharp words, Master faced Kazane.

There you have it. The examiner is not me, but this person. Kimberly Rein. Rank B 26th place. Well, hes quite something.

Well, please to meet you, Mr. Kimberly.

Yeah yeah, Ill let you take the examination.

Kimberly said lazily.

But, I dont think youll pass.

Though Kimberly shows an open rejection, Kazane doesnt mind it and she returns to talk with Master.

Master, why is this person so agitated?

Dunno, perhaps calcium deficiency?

Representative Johnz, please stop playing around.

Well, I am quite serious, though.

Ugh.

For a moment, Kimberly seems to want to say something, but he stopped himself and looks at Pran's direction.

Then the examination taker is those two and him, three people right?

Yep. Thats right. Jirou, its your turn, come here!

Ye-S!

Following Pran's words, a man near the arena walks forward and stopped in front of Kazane and the others.

Eh? Jirou?

Good morning, Jirou.

Yoh, Kazane, Yumika. Why are you guys able to take the examination?

He is an adventurer named Jirou. When Master gave treats at the bar, he was someone who talke

d with Kazane for a long time, and even Yumika remembers him.

Through connection.

Connection!?

Hearing that, Jirou retorted reflexively.

Thats not true. Kazane, please stop saying unnecessary things. This person will really believe it.

Pran looks at Kimberly while warns them.

(Ah, so thats why Mr. Kimberly looks agitated)

Yumika who looks from the side starts to understand. He might suspects that Master's judgement towards us is biased.

Well, since they received letter of recommendations, its not entirely a lie.

Wait, my recommendations is D rank you see. I only heard about how they will take the examination awhile ago.

Kimberly who heard Master's words, shows a sour expression.

(He might think it's shameless or something along the line)

Anyway, we will know after you try. Since I dont want to waste too much time, lets start with you, him, then lastly this child.

From me?

As being suddenly nominated, Yumika turns flustered, and Kimberly shot a cold look towards her.

Yes, is there any inconvenience?

Ah, no.

Go Yumika. It seems that talking wont went through with this person, so just beat him and show him his own place!

You, shut up.

While veins started to appear in Kimberly's forehead and his face had became stiff, Yumika said Kazane. Added with Master who laughed loudly besides them, Kimberly's expressions becomes even more terrifying.

(Ah, I dont care anymore. Stupid Kazane.)

While abusing her best friend in her heart, Yumika stands against Kimberly in the middle of the arena.

Err, please be gentle.

Gentle? I see, you want to hold back?

Kimberly's nature has already turned into that of a fierce god.

What a despicable character. So this is how you win over the representative.

(Uwah, this person broken)

Yumika understood that somehow he mistook her words. Though no matter what she said, she feels that the result will still the same.

Hah, just start already. Kimberly, you need to calm down too.

Hmfh. I know.

Kimberly, who have somewhat able to take back his composure after hearing Pran's words, draws the sword that hangs in his waist.

Lets end this quickly. I still has escorting mission after this.

It seems he really doesnt count us in.

Gahaha, I guess he don't.

Though a vein once again appeared in his head after hearing those comments, he didnt take his sight from Yumika.

As I thought, even when provoked his attitude didn't change.

Kazane who feels the change of the atmosphere mutters quietly.

Well, hes not that nave.

Judging it that way, Master said to Kazane. Of course even Kazane doesnt expect her provocations to have any effect, her intention was more inclined towards having revenge from being looked down on.

So, hows his actual strength, Master?

Well, hes someone who I would like to be my guard?

I see, so you believe in his strength.

Hearing Kazane's words, Master said Something like that.

Well, I dont think hes someone the current Yumika can win against.

Indeed.

Kazane looks at Kimberly thoroughly.

(eh, what sharp eyes)

Master who stood beside her grumble in his heart, he also thought what a scary girl.

(I dont think she doesnt want to cheer on Yumika)

But those eyes show a desire to win against Kimberly. That figure who observes Kanbarie's every move in detail, that power of concentration are something that are worth admiring, Master assessed.

(Well, but for the current Yumika)

Master moves his gaze towards the two whom are fighting in the middle of the arena.

Iyaaa!!!!!

Yumika thrusts her spear towards Kimberly.

Ugh.

Kimberly warded off that thrust.

(The speed is not slow)

Then his eyes follows the trajectory of her spear, preparing to deal with her next attack.

(Her attacks are too straightforward, but for someone in her age, her ability is already more than enough)

His agitations from awhile ago vanished, right now he looks at Yumika with the expression of a cool headed warrior. Kimberly is not a fool who will keep judging Yumika to have no combat ability even after actually crossing blades with her.

Fuh, Ho.

Reading the spear arcs, striking one, two times when therere openings. Yumika defended both of them and even tried to counterattack.

(Her reaction is also not bad)

Youre called Yumika right?

Ah, yes.

Even when feeling that its unexpected for Kimberly to talk to her in the middle of battle, at the same time she also feels the atmosphere around him changed.

Your reasoning is not bad, but challenging in sword distance while using spear is reckless. When fighting you should first draw the enemy to your own appropriate distance.

Ye, yes

Of course Yumika understood that. However, she was still dragged in. Surely, thats because Kimberly's skill is above Yumika. Taking distance is hard. Then what to do? She cant reach the answer with her experiences being only consisted of fighting against monsters and training with Master.

(But, that doesnt mean I cant fight at all!)

She tried to psyche up and grasps her spear. She feels that its not as if she cant compete with him. I can fight, believed Yumika.

(Distance. Make a diversion by stepping back. And then...)

While defending from his attack, Yumika does a back step and takes some distance from Kimberly.

(Ah, so he let me attack)

Guessing Kimberly's intention who doesnt pursue her, Yumika grasps her spear more and more tightly.

(Then, Ill show you)

[[Rush]]

Yumika attacks Kimberly with consecutive thrust mixed with skill.

(Fast)

Seeing that, even Kimberly was surprised.

But its just for a moment, one, two, three, four, he stopped each and every strike with his sword. Jirou who was looking at those fast speed offence and defence from the side lets out a groan.

(She has ability. But unfortunately..)

Though the speed was overwhelming, Kimberly was able to read all of its trajectories. Honest attacks with no feint at all wont hit Kimberly. Then as he parried even the last thrust mixed with certain kill yell Yumika unleashed with all her might,

Eh!?

Kimberly shorten their distance in a flash and thrust the tip of his sword against Yumika's neck.

I lose.

At the same time, Yumika declared her loss.

(Ah I lost)

Kimberly pulled back his sword, and Yumika took a deep breath.

Actually shes not unsatisfied with the result. Since its natural, looking at their differences in strength. She also thought that its good enough when he let her to learn something.

Well, thats fine.

To Yumika who feels refreshed, Kimberly said,

You pass.

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Name : Yuihama Kazane

Occupation : Adventurer

Equipment : Two Handed Steel Sword, Leather Jacket, Metal Gauntlet, Plain Clothes,Leather Trouser, Leather Shoes, Pouch

Level : 17

Vitality : 50

Magic Power : 83

Strength : 18

Agility : 13

Endurance : 13

Wisdom : 26

Dexterity : 15

Spell : [[Fly]] [[Fire]] [[Heal]]

Skill : [[Goblin Language]] [[Night Vision]] [[Crushing Blow]] [[Dogs Sense of Smell]] [[Golem Maker]] [[Charge]] [[Fire Principle: Second Chapter]] [[Healing Principle: Second chapter]] [[Air Jump]]

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Kazane : Please look at this everyone, this is the face of a loser

Yumika : Meanie!