Meanwhile… on top of the sky between Swinford Town and the Magic Academy… There are three Gryphons gliding peacefully… until…

“Kyaaaaaaaaaaaaaa!!!!!!!!!!!!”

Someone’s scream broke the peace. From the distant, one can see the silhouette of a cat-kin girl falling from the heaven and shouting at the top of her lungs.

……That’s right, as you have guessed, the one falling is none other than Sylvia. She had fallen from the back of the Gryphon, but how did something like this happen? Let’s turn the time back to a few minutes ago… Continue reading [Vol 2] Chapter 13: Falling from Heaven →

After the two mysterious person sit down on the sofa, Mister Milton sit opposite of them, and a maid poured a cup of tea for them. Mister Milton took a sip and started, “So… Regardless of your relationship with Miss Sylvia, I believe your daughter is among the group, along with His Highness the prince. Are you not worried it might end up in a tragedy? I do not believe even the queen would let you off lightly if something were to happen to His Highness.”

The mysterious person said indifferently after Mister Milton’s accusation, “Mister Milton… As the legal parent and guardian of the child, I understand them more than you. If I don’t do something like this, one of these days they will venture into the dungeon, and died a miserable death! It’s still too early for them to enter the dungeon if they cannot even handle something of this level.” Continue reading [Vol 2] Chapter 12: Kept in the Dark (Part 2) →

Hearing his words, I just realized that I was riding on top of him. My face blushed deep red as I jumped up abruptly! That was such an embarrassing position!

The rider was rubbing his forehead as he got up, then he asked me, “Are you alright?”

Even though he was hurt, he still put my well being before him, he’s quite the gentleman. But as I was too embarrassed to face him, I turned my back towards him and looked towards the ground as I covered my blushed cheeks with both hands before I replied, “Nyai… I’m fine, nya~”

The rider scratched his hair and replied indifferently, “Alright, that’s good then…” After that, he moved closer to me and grabbed my waist. Continue reading [Vol 2] Chapter 11: Kept in the Dark (Part 1) →

I shook my head helplessly a few times, and faced an empty space before lifting the card in my left hand…

“Well… Here goes nothing! Implicatus! ⌈¹⌋” I lifted the card in front of me and shouted the activation word taught by Sylvidia.

The card once again released a blinding light that momentarily took away our vision. Everyone present raised their hand overhead to block the blinding light and shut their eyes tightly.

After a few moment later, the blinding light finally receded and everyone slowly opened their eyes as they look toward my direction. Continue reading [Vol 2] Chapter 10: Beast Form →

The appearance of the weapon totally changed… it could no longer be considered a bow nor a long-ranged weapon…

Wait… Can you even call this a weapon? I mean it’s a…

That’s right, what was in my hand… is no longer a weapon…

After a moment of silence, Sheena finally speak up, “Uh… Sylvia, where did your weapon go?”

I felt it the most clearly since I was holding it the whole time when the shape of the weapon changed… this thing in my left hand… is supposed to be my weapon? Continue reading [Vol 2] Chapter 9: Weapon’s Secret Revealed! →

Just what could Sylvidia want the Abyss Beast’s claw for…?

I guess I will find out soon enough… but for now we should head to the Training Field and wait for Mister Milton.

“Let’s go!” As Albert was walking towards the door, he turned around and prompted us to get to the Training Field.

Sheena and I nodded our head and followed him silently.

As we are about to arrive at the Training Field, Sheena suddenly asked, “So… Sylvia, what do you need the Abyss Beast’s claw for?” Continue reading [Vol 2] Chapter 8: Secret of The Weapon? →

Hearing Sheena’s explanation, Mister Milton laughed bitterly, “Heh-heh-heh… one-of-a-kind? Not anymore…”

And then everyone turned their attention to me…

“Ah… um… uh…” I don’t know how to react at times like this and started stuttering, but then Mister Milton just suddenly laughed out loud.

“Hahaha!! Miss Sylvia… isn’t this amazing?! I hear you’re still a beginner mage? To have such a powerful spell in your arsenal, as expected of a Hero!”

“Mister Milton…” I felt kind of guilty for stealing Mister Milton’s signature moves, but there’s nothing I can do about it… the spell sequence is already registered in my consciousness. Continue reading [Vol 2] Chapter 7: Importance of Spiritual Power →

“It’s name is…… Lightning Flame!!” Mister Milton announced the name of his strongest spell very proudly.

When Sheena and Albert heard the name of the spell, both of them were dumbfounded, but since I do not understand how powerful or rare this spell is actually is, I was unfazed.

“L-lightning Flame you say…?!” Albert and Sheena were so surprised that they jumped up from the sofa.

I thought that they’ve had more than enough surprises for today and wouldn’t be affected by any more surprises… but apparently, I was wrong. Continue reading [Vol 2] Chapter 6: Power Ranking →

After everyone finally calmed down, we get back to Mister Milton’s office. Sitting in front of me is Mister Milton, Sheena and Albert.

They are all looking at me with a serious expression, demanding an explanation for the abnormal phenomenon that just occurred a moment ago.

I am sitting with my back straight, with both hands on top of my lap. I decided not to tell them the whole truth yet. Naturally, I will let Sheena know later since she is technically my “Master”.

“Miss Sylvia!” Mister Milton had a VERY serious expression on his face when he shouted my name and continued, “I think you have kept enough secrets from us already. I will ask you again, just… what are you? First… you race is questionable, and then there’s the Dark attribute and now that strange ability…” Continue reading [Vol 2] Chapter 5: Confession →

“Is there anything else you want to know, Miss Sylvia?” Mister Milton asked hurriedly.

“Well… let’s see… I am a little curious about the so-called Wannabe Mage. How do they draw the mana from the surrounding just by swinging their staffs around?” I only asked out of pure curiosity, but Mister Milton seems very delighted with my question.

“Hahaha… that is a good question, Miss Sylvia! Allow me to enlighten you!” Mister Milton seemed really proud and puffed his chest before he continued, “We are not merely waving our staffs at random while casting spells!”

“Oh? Interesting… tell me more about it!” My eye shone with the light of curiosity. Continue reading [Vol 2] Chapter 4: Wannabe Mage →

“Miss Sylvia… just… what are you?” Mister Milton broke the silence and pointed his staff at me. It seems like he will attack me at a moment’s notice.

I wonder if someone with darkness attributes is treated as a villain in this world. Well, I guess that’s only normal… because everyone is skeptical like that. But judging someone purely based on their attributes is just plain stupid. I don’t believe in the light is justice and darkness is evil kind of crap.

“Hahahahahaha” I lifted my head, used my right hand to cover my eyes before I started laughing madly! Continue reading [Vol 2] Chapter 3: Demon Lord, Logia →

Yup… I guess I should apologize first, “Sorry… I will explain later. More importantly, is the Guild Card ready?”

Sheena heaved a sigh and said, “It’s just right in front of you…”

“Huh? Already? How much time have passed?” I tilted my head in confusion, and Sheena said, “About 30 minutes…” before she moved out of my field of vision, revealing the card and equipment placed on top of the table.

Wow… 30 minutes have passed already? It only felt like a few seconds have passed since I closed my eyes… and sitting on top of the sofa at the other side of the table is the Guild Master, Mister Milton!

“Oh uh… Mister Milton… how come you’re here?” Since Milton seems like a busy man, I didn’t expect he would have time to sit down and chit-chat with us.

“Hahaha… I came here to personally present you the reward of course!” Mister Milton said that nonchalantly.

“Huh? But why? Why would a busy person like you personally present the reward to a newcomer like me? Aren’t you the Guild Master?” I was suspicious of him, he must have some ulterior motives!

“Hahaha… oh come on, it’s not everyday you get to meet a Hero after all. I’d like to have the opportunity to personally give Lord Hero the reward!” Mister Milton said something non-sensical.

“………………Huh?” After a long moment of silence, that’s the only word I was able to spout.

“Hm? From your expression, I take it Lord Hero does not know anything?” Mister Milton asked me in return after seeing my confused expression.

“Would you care to explain?” I asked honestly.

“Hrm…………” Mister Milton squinted his eyes, and look directly into mine for a long while before he said, “Alright then, it seems you really do not know.”

Then he just turned his head to Sheena before saying, “As her Master, you should have explained these things beforehand.”

Sheena just lowered her head in embarrassment, “Sorry, she just fainted after we completed our contract, and I was too excited that I forgot to explain to her properly. Allow me the honor of explaining it to her!”

“Well better late than never I guess…” Mister Milton nodded his head in agreement.

Then Sheena, who was sitting beside me suddenly turned to my side and grabbed my hands that was on top of my lap. I turned to face her before she continued, “Okay… listen carefully. Since a few decades ago, Professor Colbert collaborated with the Void Mage to study their familiar summoning, and he successfully developed a Hero summoning ritual!

The Hero summoning ritual require a ridiculous amount of mana so it requires a few dozens of people to successfully summon a single Hero. Therefore it cannot be used consecutively.

The summoned Hero are mostly intelligent species, and most common are the humanoid familiar. These summoned Heroes were also granted unique powers when their contracts are sealed!”

Sheena stopped here to catch her breath, and remained silent for a while. I broke the silence and asked, “Hero summoning……? Did you summon me with similar methods?”

Sheena frowned for a moment and said with uncertainty, “I don’t know…… I don’t think what I did was that different from the rest of my classmates…”

Mister Milton suddenly raised an eyebrow, “Could it be?! Are…… are you a Void Mage?! T-the… successor of Josette?! Hahaha I don’t believe it! Today has been a great day! Not only did I get to meet a Hero, I was able to meet the Legendary Void Mage too!”

Sheena suddenly stood up and waved her hands in front of her, “No, no, no! Mister Milton, I am not a Void Mage! I can still use elemental spells!”

“Oh…” Mister Milton seems obviously disappointed, but he still lifted his mood and continued, “Well, doesn’t matter. Let’s just proceed and get this ceremony over as soon as possible then. You guys need to get back to the Academy by today no?”

Then Mister Milton prompted me to take a look at the equipment on top of the table first. There were a set of breastplate, a shoulder-pad, a belt, a pair boots with white knee-length socks, and lastly a pair of long white gloves with arm guards attached. They all have the same silver color and gold outline.

“These are…” After examining the armor, I looked at Mister Milton in confusion.

“Your reward. This set of armor is called the Silver Gold! I thought they’d go well with your one piece white dress!” Mister Milton happily introduced the equipment to me and end with, “This armor is best suited to a beginner like you. They are what we call the growth armor, they will grow stronger along with the user!”

Upon hearing Mister Milton’s last word, my jaw dropped and I started to hesitate, “Such…… such a good set of armors… A-are you sure you want to give this set of armors to me?!”

“Hahaha… pay it no mind! Let’s just say this is my investment in you. Being an Adventurer is a dangerous job, you never know when you might die!” Mister Milton make up an excuse and laughed it off as usual.

“Die? But Mister Milton… doesn’t the Guild Card provide a life insurance?” Hearing Mister Milton mention of death, I couldn’t help but ask.

“Yes that is very much true but… there are scenarios where you can get killed in one shot. Or when the teleportation failed to activate in time. It does provide a sense of security but it’s not flawless so you have to be careful!” Mister Milton warned us that this Guild Card is not onmipotence, so we have to be careful even if we have the protection if this card does provide us with a chance of survival.

“I see… something like that could happen huh……” I understood what Mister Milton was trying to say, and consented by nodding my head twice.

“Now then… let’s proceed to sealing this Guild Card with your blood then! The paper works are all done, you just need to drip your blood on this card, and everything will be settled!” Mister Milton said so while pushing the tray on the table in front of me. The tray contained the Guild Card and a needle.

“Aw… I hate these blood contract thing…” I pouted but I still took the needle, and lightly pierced the tip of my finger.

I dripped a single drop of blood on the Guild Card and it glowed dimly. After a while, the light dispersed, and my picture along with some basic information was displayed on the card. Fantasy is truly amazing! It reminds me of how people used to print photos in the old days, with the film and all.

I was only slightly surprised when I saw the age since if I think about it, I am currently an elf. Being 163 years old should be normal.

But I frowned when I saw the Race and Attributes! Seems like my suspicion was right… I had attributes with Darkness and my race even indicates me as a Spirit, not an elf!

Everyone was curious after seeing my expression, so they took a peek at the information written on the card.

Their body shook involuntarily. Sheena and Albert fell on the sofa while Mister Milton just stood in front of me, looking at me warily and asked, “Miss Sylvia… just… what are you?”

Author’s Note

Welp… that card took a while to make… 😮

1. N/a

With that, we arrived at the Guild Hall safely, along with Mister Milton and his Elite Adventurers.

Upon entering the main hall, Mister Milton immediately parted with the Elite Adventurers, he seems to be very busy. Well I guess he is the Master of the Guild after all.

But before he parted, he didn’t fail to say this to us, “Enjoy your stay here. If you want to register at the Adventurer Guild, please do so at that counter over there. I’ll be sure to inform the clerk to give you a little reward for helping us stalling and subjugating the Abyss Beast.” Continue reading [Vol 2] Chapter 1: Analyzing Elemental Laws →

“Accept it!!” Sheena grabbed both sides of my shoulders strongly and shake me twice, then she looked into my eyes with a powerful gaze.

I feel like answering to her call but I feel that I shouldn’t. I will surely regret it if I accept that proposal… and besides, just because she is my Master does not mean I have to listen to her every command, I have to make my own decision. And a good servant should not blindly follow orders from their Master, but to help them develop into a better person. ⌈¹⌋

With that thought, I shook my head, “No… I’m afraid I can’t accept your proposal, Mister Milton. I appreciate your consideration, but I’m afraid I am not ready to take on the responsibility of an S Rank!”

Sheena’s expression was ugly to behold and she grabbed my shoulders with even more strength, “What are you talking about!! It’s not everyday you get an offer to be an S Ranker! Just accept it!! Do you know how much benefit you can get just by being an S Ranker?!”

Benefits? There are such things like that too huh… but I still look into her eyes and said firmly, “Master… no matter the benefits, I still can’t accept it! Think about it, if I am given the title of an S Ranker, I would probably be forced to go on an almost impossible quest! What do you expect me, a newbie who doesn’t even know his ⌈²⌋ left and right yet, to do? I can’t even protect you, my Master, properly! How do you expect me to finish an S Rank quest? I’d rather start at the bottom and climb up slowly like everyone else! Only when one achieved something through their own hard work will there be meaning.”

“Muu……” Sheena puffed her cheeks and didn’t say any more.

“Hahaha… is that so? That’s such a shame… I was really looking forward to request something of you…” Mister Milton said resignedly.

What?! So he really have something in mind… Oh am I glad I rejected his proposal.

On the other hand, Albert was laughing out loud, “Khh… HAHAHAHA!! Oh god… Hahaha… I don’t believe it, there is actually a familiar capable of refusing to follow the Master’s command! Hahaha… oh… phew…”

Albert wiped the tears of laughter from his eyes and continue, “I guess there’s a first time for everything…” And then he patted Sheena on her right shoulder once.

“Fuuuu………” Sheena let out a long breath and looked at me again before saying, “Okay, fine… I understand. But at the very least. you have to register at the Adventurer Guild. Even if it’s the lowest rank, there’s still a minimal benefit that can guarantee your safety.”

“Huh……? Guarantee my safety? There’s such a convenient item?” I was secretly surprised! I have never heard of any such things that can guarantee a person’s well being even in the fantasy novels that I like so much!

“Yes…” Sheena took out a card from her pocket and showed me, it looks kind of like an identity card. There’s the picture of Sheena on the card, her name, her race, her age, her attributes, her guild rank and total amount of money.

“This is…?” I peeled my sight from the card, and asked.

“A Guild Card.” The Guild Master of Swinford moved forward and said so.

“A Guild Card?” I tilted my head in obvious confusion.

“Yes, that is a Guild Card. As you can see from the surface, it function as a sort of identity card and credit card. You can store your money in the card and use it to purchase items at any affiliated store ⌈³⌋.” Mister Milton stopped momentarily to clear his throat.

And then he continued, “Ahem… aside from that, card holders of any rank gets the benefit of life insurance!”

“Um… can you please elaborate further?” Clearly not understanding what does Milton mean by life insurance, I asked him to go into more details.

“Gladly! You see… this card is bound directly to your soul, so that even if it is stolen, other people won’t be able to use it. But more importantly, it can detect your life force and display it in the corner of your sight. If your life force falls below critical value, you will be teleported to the closest Adventurer Guild to receive medical treatment!” Mister Milton seemed really proud when he spoke of it.

I was flabbergasted and it clearly showed on my face with the jaws opening so widely. Even Sheena and Albert seemed to find it funny and started giggling on the side.

“B… But how?! How in the world did you make something like this? It’s impossible, this is too cheat!” I still find it very hard to believe and ask for an explanation.

Mister Milton was delighted with my response and opened his mouth, “Hmhmhm~ This is all thanks to the wealth the dungeons brought us.” Then he just stopped abruptly!

“Dungeons? What does dungeon have anything to do with this? Please stop leaving me in the dust and pause every once in a while just to see my reaction!” I pouted unhappily due to Mister Milton’s obvious response.

“Alright alright~ I get it, I will stop teasing you already! I apologize for that, you are just too cute!” Having teased me enough, Mister Milton apologized sincerely. However, that last remark is unnecessary!

“Hehehe~ I know right~” And Sheena joined the fray.

“Geez! Stop teasing me already, hukhukhuk…” I cried. Well… not literally, there’s no tears coming out. Just a dry tear. ⌈⁴⌋

“Alright Alright~ I will tell you. It’s actually nothing much. We just incorporated the technique and materials found in the Teleport Labyrinth into these cards. As for the vision of your life force, that’s just an illusory spell.” Mister Milton finally explained after he have had enough.

“Guild Master! We have cleared the Abyss Beast and is ready to set out!” One of the Elite Adventurers reported to Mister Milton.

“Alright, good. Now let us head back to the Guild Hall!” With a wave of his hand, all the Elite Adventurers head toward the Adventurer Guild immediately.

I took a glance at location where the monster was supposed to be but there was nothing! Nothing at all, not even traces of blood! What did they do?! Then I turned my head towards Mister Milton with an inquisitive glance.

He took notice of it and laughed, “Hahaha, this is also one of the benefits for the Card Holders. All the monsters or bandits they kill or subdue will be teleported to the administration hall, then the loot will be distributed amongst all the party members equally. Naturally the loot and gold will be stored at the Guild Storage. They can use the gold stored in the Guild Storage by presenting their Guild Card at any affiliated stores, but to withdraw the loot and gold, they’d have to go to the Guild Hall directly, unless you’re D-Rank and above, you cannot withdraw them directly via Teleportation.”

We were talking about various things on the way to the Guild Hall, and I received a lot of new information from Mister Milton. This world feels more and more like a game now for some reason. All these convenient tools and function where you can normally only find in the game actually exist here in this fantasy world!

The monster rushed toward Albert and Sheena at lightning speed while bellowing in rage, “Rooooar!”

Sheena and Albert quickly grabbed their magic gun, and started firing rounds after rounds of magic bullet at the monster.

Albert’s aim was not bad. At least it hits the monster, but Sheena on the other hand…… missed one after another. One of many magic bullets fired by Sheena even grazed my cheek.

Yikes!! Just a few more centimeter and it’s gonna be a head-shot! But thanks to that, I finally regained a little bit of my composure. Continue reading [Vol 1] Chapter 16: The Awakening Powers →