Chapter 163

Chapter 164: A Wonderful Misunderstanding (Fourth Update, Please Subscribe!)

“Hoohoo… I see, so it’s a commission to investigate the Secret Realm of the Great Tree Sea… Lately, I’ve also heard about the abnormal proliferation of unknown monsters over there.”

Loki held a sheepskin paper stamped with the Guild’s seal, nodding repeatedly after reading its contents.

This was the mission document indicating Izay had accepted the commission, a proof required for claiming rewards at the Guild later. Without this, even if one could prove they completed the commission, no reward would be given.

“Understood? I came here today not only to update my ability values but also to inform you about this matter.”

Izay also held a piece of paper, his latest report card of ability values.

In theory, when a Familial Group/Faction accepts long-distance commissions outside Orario, they should first consult with their deity before proceeding.

However, Izay knew Loki wouldn’t care about such formalities unless he left without any notice, which would irritate her.

Recently, after communicating with the Guild, Loki had temporarily halted distant expeditions. Apart from members dealing with debts within Loki Familia, even Finn had become more relaxed and found time to train with Izay using experience gear in the Dungeon.

“You can go anywhere for your commission, kid. It’s good to travel around and gain some knowledge. Anyway, with your exceptional Level 3 strength, there’s basically nowhere in the outside world that can trap you.”

“Just be mindful of the time; round trips shouldn’t exceed three months. Exceeding that will get you blacklisted by the Guild.”

“Um, I understand.”

Listening to Loki’s words, Izay softly responded.

After leaving the Divine Room and communicating with Loki, Izay found an opportunity to inform Ais and others about his departure for the commission.

“Eh~ Izay, you’re going to the Great Tree Sea Secret Realm!? That sounds great, I want to go too…”

Upon hearing the reason, Tiona immediately expressed her envy.

Around them were Ais, Tione, Raul, Anqi, and others, each reacting differently.

“If you want to go, just follow along. It’s merely investigating a secret realm, and we’ll be back in about one or two months.”

Her closest sister, Tione, encouraged her nearby.

Though Orario strictly controls the comings and goings of powerful adventurers, everyone present (except Ais) had some experience with leaving the city for commissions.

It wasn’t a big deal, just a bit troublesome with procedures.

“Hmm… Then I’ll pass. Spending a month or two training in the Dungeon sounds better…”

Between improving her skills and relaxing outside, Tiona chose the former.

“Izay, stay safe on your journey.”

Ais whispered beside him as a gentle reminder.

This simple advice was the most direct form of concern from the girl; it was impossible for Ais to express emotional attachment like others.

“Oooohhh~ Ais looks like a wife seeing off her husband now…”

“Wife?! Wife??”

“Alisia, stop joking around. Look, Refia is almost crying.”

Refia instantly reacted to the topic, her eyes brimming with uncontrollable tears after the initial shock.

This topic seemed too stimulating for the little fairy.

“The Great Tree Sea… I haven’t been there yet.”

A certain older youth (Raul) suddenly felt inspired, contemplating whether he could join Izay.

“Wake up, Raul! You still have to repay your debt this month!”

Beside him, the cat-eared girl mercilessly shattered his fantasy.

“Pffft… Anqi, you’re too cruel!”

Not even allowing him to daydream?

Anqi silently looked away.

“I’m just stating the facts.”

Because reality is cruel indeed.

…

The next day, Twilight Manor.

With his luggage packed, Izay prepared to set off for the Great Tree Sea and bid farewell to everyone in the courtyard.

“Before I leave… Leader, this is for you.”

Izay took out a prepared package and handed it to Finn, inside were numerous deep blue teardrop-shaped crystals.

Receiving the item, Finn looked puzzled.

“What is this?”

“Charging magical artifacts. The ‘Experience Decorations’ need to be recharged once a month. These are ‘Millennium Tree Drops,’ filled with my magical energy, capable of recharging everyone’s experience decorations.”

The Millennium Tree Drops and Millennium Tree Crystals are treasures of the same origin, similar in nature but differ in size and quality. The latter was made into part of the experience decoration by Izay, while the former was turned into a portable charger.

In the application of ‘Mystery,’ Izay has truly carved out his own unique path.

“Is that so? Thank you, Izay. Your thoughtfulness makes me feel pressured as the leader.”

After thanking Izay, Finn made a small joke.

“No no no, I’m far from being compared to you, Leader… Don’t praise me so much…”

Izay shook his hands frantically.

If a certain Amazon warrior gets jealous, things might get dangerous for him.

“So, was Izay making these magical artifacts last night since he wasn’t in his room?”

Approaching to examine the teardrop crystals, Ais casually dropped a surprising statement.

“Uh…”

Hearing this, Izay paused slightly, then thought for a moment and nodded: “Yeah, that’s right.”

“Thank you.”

“Um.”

Even Loki, who didn’t intend to interject, was stunned.

How did Ais know whether Izay was in his room last night?

Could it be…

Riviria also reacted to this topic, gently frowning.

Mom-san was perplexed.

If she remembered correctly, she stayed in the library until she slept last night and didn’t see Izay enter the Magic Workshop either. What was going on?

“My Ais!!”

“—?”

“You went to Izay’s room last night!?”

“Yeah, with Tiona and the others to play with Izay.”

“…Oh, then it’s fine.”

As long as she didn’t go alone, it’s alright.

Suddenly, Loki relaxed and stopped questioning further.

Watching this scene, Izay managed a strained smile.

What he said earlier was actually a lie.

He had gone to say goodbye to someone last night, hence wasn’t in his room all night.

As for the charging crystals, he had made them during his free time beforehand to save effort, and they happened to come in handy now.

But Izay had no intention to explain.

This misunderstanding was quite nice, let it continue~

“Alright, I’m off.”

“Be careful on your journey.”

“Try to return soon!”

“Alright, I will!”

Waving goodbye to everyone, Izay walked out of Twilight Manor with his backpack.

Arriving at the eastern gate of Orario, with the Guild’s entry-exit certificate, the Ganesh Familial Group guarding the city let Izay pass without much trouble.

At the same time Izay departed for the Great Tree Sea, a confidential letter reached the hands of a certain deity.

“A confidential letter from the Guild? Seems like something’s happened, Uranus.”

The deity opened the envelope and quickly scanned through its contents, wisdom gleaming with resignation in their divine eyes.

“Need to change the route temporarily again… This is going to invite complaints…”