Seventh: Volume 6 [Parts 1 to 11] by Yomu Mishima

Author:Yomu Mishima
Language: eng
Format: epub

Chapter 72: Contract

Novem had prepared a large stack of papers. On top of this, she had set out a table with chairs, where Aria and Sophia sat side by side. Their hands were both stained with ink.

With a weary face, Sophia said, “This takes some getting used to. Writing up these papers.”

Novem was making contracts; each paper detailed the terms under which the volunteers would be employed by Lyle.

“I can’t do it anymore,” Aria grumbled. “This is precisely the sort of thing I hate. You could have just had Monica do it. And Clara went off to who knows where...”

Novem let out a slight sigh. “Clara is terrible at talking to people. We will have to deal with them on our own. Additionally, I think you two ought to learn how to do this work. Now then, they should start coming soon.”

Shannon was standing nearby, holding up a sign.

“Everyone who wants to fight, please line up here,” she called out.

As soon as Lyle’s address was over, the wave of people immediately made their way over. The first one to arrive was a knight in full plate armor.

“Hey. Knights are eligible, right? Please tell me I can get paid!”

Novem smiled. “Yes. You will get one gold coin for any monster you defeat.”

“Alright! I’m on board!”

“Then please sign this document saying you’ll follow Milord’s orders.”

“I shall. Right away. It’s far better than working under Norma, at least!”

A middle-aged aunty came to Aria. “Hey, you have some money to spare for an old lady, don’t you?”

“Umm... We do have work. If you want to help out, we can offer—”

“I’ll do it. Wait, what about my son and daughter? They’re already ten years old, so they can at least help out.”

“Y-Yes, in that case.”

There was a huge succession of people coming to Sophia too.

“P-Please hold on. Umm, in that case—”

“Hurry it up, lady!”

“No, I can’t just...”

“You’re keeping us waiting!”

For the people who were illiterate, she made sure to explain everything verbally before she let them sign. She was unaccustomed to the work, but she was still giving it her all.

***

Lionel and his men had gathered some distance from the square.

As it turned out, Lyle was going to take charge of the army. And ever since they were informed of this, Lionel had been in quite a mood. He couldn’t bear it.

“Why is it that guy? Why...”

From the moment he saw Lyle defeat monsters during the army’s march, Lionel had been instilled with a sense of impatience. Lyle was stronger than him. His comrades were more capable too.

It was also frustrating to see him surrounded by his beautiful companions. He rode a vehicle that Lionel had never heard of before and had become the center of attention. Again, a frustrating sight.

Lyle seemed to possess everything he didn’t. As for Lionel himself, he had lost most of his dear comrades, the rest of them left hanging their heads in despair.

Within this somber mood, one of them stood. “I’m really sorry. But I’m going to join.”

“Huh? You’re seriously gonna fight under that guy? He’s not a noble, you know.

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