Chapter 291

"I'm sorry. I didn't research that properly, so I don't know, but did you sound the alarm?"

"No."

"Oh."

"What? You should have been like that too."

"Of course, I wouldn't dare try it either!

They say there are many conversation patterns, what are you going to do!"

"Don't shout.

In that situation, the role is the same every time, but what kind of Hunter it is is random.

They have some things in common, so if you explore that area, you should be able to figure it out somehow."

"This is pure brute-force smashing, that...

I have no choice but to be the source of the damage."

...... I don't think you're arguing about what's good.

In other words, do you just have to do your best yourself? Aren't you just telling me the answer and talking about it? Oh no...

A small tavern on the outskirts of town, not a landscape suitable for love.

We entered a very masculine place filled with the smell of cigarettes and alcohol.

"That guy.

I went to the brother who felt lonely and said: 'Is the seat opposite you okay?' They said 'Go ahead' and sat down, and the event started."

In the place Bell pointed to, there was a man wearing a hat that looked like a balloon, with an exploratory look on his face. He didn't do anything, just sat there blankly. A bit like Kaito... could it just be my imagination?

"You said the types of Hunters are random, so what exactly are they?"

I ask. I just want some information.

"When I did it before...

Treasure Hunter, Beast Hunter, Stone Hunter, maybe?

I played four times and got two Stones, so there might not be that many types."

... Beast Hunter. I remembered something bad.

"Then let's decide.

Rock Paper Scissors is fine, right? Challenge in the order of losing."

Neon recommends. Well, I have no objection... it's better to do it later. Anyway, please forgive my start.

"Sticky at the start. Rock Paper Scissors—"

As a result, Senritsu came first. Wese was second. Neon was third.

You two lost to Neon on purpose... when Aiko appeared twice, she lost to Neon both times. It's hard to see it as a Coincidence.

Probably to avoid letting Neon-san handle it all at once and run into trouble later.... Difficult, Contract Hunter too.

Bell was fourth. I was fifth... please don't turn around. It's futile to pin hopes on it.

──Senritsu vs Ruins Hunter──

"Do you want the seat opposite me?"

"...... Please."

Senritsu sat opposite the young man. The event has started.

It's difficult not knowing what kind of Hunter it is beforehand...

"Well, what if a male player calls you?"

"...... I was rejected because there were many other seats."

Senritsu answered Basho's question in a soft voice.... An experienced person told me.

"In such a big day, you seem to have drunk too much?"

"...... Never mind."

"Oh, aren't you curious?

What if a young person like you makes that kind of face in a bar?"

"......"

Senritsu-san, I think it's normal that you're arguing. I'm sorry, but if I said I didn't have preconceived notions, I would be lying, because I look like that. Well... my voice is good, but a bit sexy.

"Can't we sit in nearby seats?"

"You can sit separately, but you will be asked to order."

I nod at the exchange between Basho and Senritsu. In a restaurant where you can freely choose seats, you can avoid serving customers just by standing. There aren't many shops like that...

While saying this, Senritsu's conversation continued,

"Hey, are you a Hunter too?

I am a Ruins Hunter."

Oh, you managed to get it out. Ruins Hunter... Bell-san shook his head. Sorry, I don't know.

"That's really interesting.

What kind of ruins have you been to so far?"

"...... All sorts of things.

Even if we say ruins, Arca, most of the searches are with.

I have never challenged unexplored ruins or unexplored ruin areas that are difficult to reach."

"Why?"

"......"

The young Hunter did not answer this question, picked up a dart on the table, and threw it at the board hanging on the wall. Thud, and slightly away from the center. He threw two more in succession, piercing nearby.

Senritsu looked over there, thought for a moment,

"Okay."

"……It's nothing special. Anyone can do it.

This thing is useless for exploration."

About 5 minutes later, such a conversation was still continuing.

"I am very sorry, but I remembered something I have to do.

If you want to talk to me, give me another chance."

A young Hunter stood up and walked into the back of the shop. ……Is that the restroom?

There were a few times I stood up to pull the darts off the board, but this time I did not return.

"Activity failed?"

"Failed.

If you leave your seat, I will return, but if you sit down, I will run away again, so there is nothing I can do today."

Hearing Bell's words, Senritsu sighed and stood up from his seat.

Eventually, the young Hunter returned after pulling the darts from the board and sat in his original seat.

"In the end, what just happened?"

"Perhaps there was too much praise and comfort that made us stop talking.

We need to be more proactive in inciting it to advance the story."

"Bell, you gave this Suggestion first..."

"Even if you say that, I have no room to intervene."

"Aha, sorry.

I enjoyed our conversation."

Bell had an embarrassed look on his face, and Uranus smiled bitterly. Senritsu, it seems you really are a good person.

"Yes, yes, three are fine.

Next, it's my turn."

While walking, Wese advised them to disperse, and Uranus and Senritsu returned to us. Wese stopped near the young Hunter. Bell was right next to it.

"Sit opposite me, okay?"

"……Please."

Wese sat down. Okay, second round?

──Wese vs Gourmet Hunter──

……It sank in just over a minute.

After the young Hunter left his seat and disappeared, Wese collapsed onto the table. This result was astonishing, as he seemed to have great confidence.

"We couldn't talk about the Gourmet Hunter..."

I envied you for a minute. As far as the type of Hunter goes, I still prefer that one.

"On the contrary, you scolded me too much; perhaps speaking too fast is also a negative."

"Because the evaluation value clearly dropped.

The dart was stuck in the wall, not the board."

"Because talking about it made me very angry.

What is up with men's habits?"

The restless Dalzollene, looking over there, could not hide his frustration. In this situation, is Neon next? What will happen?

──Neon vs Treasure Hunter──

Ah, the Treasure Hunter is here. Bell approached Neon and whispered in his ear.

Even without this, Neon was very good at talking. I discovered the Hunter's type more smoothly than the previous two. It seems to be a fortune teller, so this is a story revolving around that.

"You are a Treasure Hunter, isn't that great?

I also like Treasure."

"Hehe, you also like Treasure?

For example, what?"

"That's right. For example—"

…………

I know the expression of the "Treasure" lineup she mentioned is tense. Using the first guess for direction, Meleoron blocked the seam's ears with sokko. Good sister.

Uranus probably knew, but he closed one eye and made a troubled expression. Darzorne rubbed his eyebrows. It's not something you just say... I don't know why I have to brag.

The so-called human body collector. Perhaps—

"Next, the eyeballs of the Kurta Tribe! This is the most precious Treasure!"

──Jin!!

Really. I remember...

My father told Kurapika the location of the Scarlet Eyes through Leorio.

I was also curious, so I let him show me the contents of the memo, and sure enough, there was the name "Nostrade Family"! Does it look familiar?

Is it your greatest wealth? Ah... this is Kurapika, the negotiation seems difficult.

Thanks to Bell's Suggestion, the conversation between Neon and the young Hunter went smoothly.

However, after about 10 minutes of conversation, the weather suddenly became suspicious.

The young Hunter left his seat, unable to fix the detached gear.

"Oh, no. I failed."

"Ah...

Not good. It seems the place you went to was quite nice."

Neon stood up, and Bell tilted his head as he returned.

"Miss, thank you for your hard work."

"Mm-hmm. It was quite fun.

It felt pretty good, so why did it suddenly go crazy?"

Neon responded to Darzorne's efforts and turned her face toward Uranus. Uranus turned toward Bell,

"It might be those darts."

"I understand that.

Doesn't this indicate how good or bad your mood is?"

Yes, I thought so too. Back when it was Mr. Wes, I missed a lot.

"That's not all.

Perhaps, depending on how the darts hit, the mindset changes randomly.

I think that's why we suddenly weren't getting along."

"Eh...

What is that? I was stabbed in a subtle way, I didn't know."

Uranus saw a dart stuck inside. After a while, a young Hunter returned and pulled out the dart.

"..."

"It might be the 1101 One Pair."

Hm? What is that? Darts rules?

"... Oh, is that so?

Now that you mention it, I understand. That guy is calculating the score correctly and throwing them away."

Basho touched his chin, appearing deeply convinced.

"One of the official rules of darts. A game where the points hit by the darts decrease from 1101 points until the final score is 0. Well, there are detailed rules, but I'll omit them.

I think the fluctuations in your mental state change according to your score."

Hmm... In other words, you understand the darts rules, estimate the score here, and read the feelings? What is that.

"Uranus, as expected, I can't even look at the score anymore."

"Okay. I'll go over there and take a look."

Uranus said, and walked to the seat with Mr. Bell.

Next is the real thing. If this isn't good, it will be impossible. As a bird, it's impossible to clear. I mean, I don't want to be under pressure, I told them in advance not to expect anything.

──Bell vs Unexplored Region Hunter──

Listening to the type of Hunter, Mr. Bell and Uranus glanced at their sour expressions.

Ah... the sixth type is here. Coming here, there are still new things appearing, as expected of an A-Rank event, it's tough. They won't let you find the pattern easily.

... Mm-hmm. I mean, it's almost my turn. This is correct.

They seem to understand that this is a critical moment, and both seem quite serious. I hope everything goes well, but usually in this situation—

"Just out of curiosity, what kind of Unexplored Regions have you been to?"

"... All sorts of things.

Even if I say Unexplored Regions, most of them are re-examinations of places already investigated by others.

I have never aimed for Unexplored Regions that are difficult to reach, or Unexplored Regions that have never been explored before."

"That sounds like an undeveloped Unexplored Region, so why don't you go there?"

"..."

A young Hunter who throws darts without answering. Seeing the result, Uranus whispered to Mr. Bell.

"You look good."

"... Thank you."

The conversation lasted for more than ten minutes, and a tense atmosphere permeated the air. The content of the speech was very persuasive.

"You must be brave and have the courage to take on challenges."

"... Don't talk about courage so easily.

I have seen many people who didn't come back because of their reckless imitation."

"That's because you rushed in without thinking.

You've seen people come back and succeed, right? What is the difference between you and them?"

"..."

A young Hunter who threw darts more than once. The moment the third dart hit Uranus, he said, "Ah...".

"... You look sick."

"As you can see...

I'm not good at the most important point... I have never had a successful experience, so I'm still quite dull. If there is any chance, I am too."

"This is not a lack of opportunity.

All you need is the courage to take the first step. As long as you are afraid of failure, you will never succeed."

"Tell me again when you have time..."

A young Hunter stood up to collect the darts. He loosened up as soon as he sat down. Seeing the result, Uranus shook his head.

"The situation isn't very good."

"The reality is like this."

... One. The conversation was interrupted. Bell was searching for words, but he seemed unable to think of any. Uranus immediately whispered.

"......

What made you want to become an unexplored region Hunter?"

"What will you do after you hear it?

... Everything else is fine. I came to Gansara only because I wanted to succeed. I am not obsessed with secrecy.

... I remembered my errand. Goodbye."

A young Hunter left his seat and walked toward the restroom. Ah...

After a trace of disappointment drifted through the air, gazes focused on me. Wow. Wait a minute.

"Aisha, I demand more."

"Wait, wait. I, uh..."

"We will definitely support you.

If the kind of Hunter Bell has been so far doesn't work, perhaps we can clear it."

Two people tried to entrust me with something to connect their hopes. Yabe, are you serious? Impossible, like this. Or rather, I hate it, I don't want to do this. Disgrace!

"Impossible. I don't have any confidence at all...!"

"It's okay, failure is not your fault.

Hurry up and do it."

Bell pulled my hand to drag me. Ahhh! No way!

When I resisted, someone pushed my back.... Sew! What are you doing!?

"Hey, Aisha. Everyone is waiting.

It's not fair not to do it yourself."

"I, just me alone..."

You don't even play Meleoron, do you?"

"... Big sister can't help it.

Look, look, the other party is a game character, you can rest assured."

"It's her.

If you don't do this, you will have to go without lunch as punishment."

Uranus's ruthless words. Hey, what!? Onika!!

"If you don't cooperate with the strategy, everyone will be in trouble.

Hi hi hi hi.

Aisha's little good place—"

"Please stop that!!"

... Doing it is fine, do it!!

──Aisha vs Beast Hunter──Qianqian Novel

Speaking according to the template for now, the one picked up is the Beast Hunter. I want to resign.

I've done this before, Bell gently clenched his fists. This is the worst Lottery for me, but... the days of the past flashed by, and I couldn't concentrate on the script. Not good, even if it's a sticky read, I have to say it well.

"—I chased after it frantically, not letting it escape, and when I finally caught it, it was an animal seen everywhere.

It's as if he was chasing something else without knowing it... when others caught him, he was overjoyed. It's a stupid story that doesn't look good."

"Sometimes that happens. I believe it will go smoothly next time."

"I don't know how many times I've thought that, and I've been betrayed many times too.

I'm already tired of it..."

The young Hunter who speaks and throws darts.

Bell whispered, and I continued to speak, but I was very confused by the content of the uneasy conversation. What is it, I want to say it clearly.

"Anyway, I have no talent for being a Beast Hunter..."

"Then don't be a Beast Hunter."

The atmosphere in this place made "sheep". Not good. I accidentally told the truth.

A young Hunter stood up—

Collecting darts.... That? This isn't game over.

I sat down on the chair with a bang,

"......

Stop being a Hunter, okay?

It's strange. Once you say that, I don't want to quit easily."

That? Are you going to talk over there? When I looked at Bell, he raised his hands and shook his head. Well, I guess I have no choice but to improvise from here.

What should I do, what should I do... First of all, I haven't tried to persuade others since my previous life. Such a roasted blade shouldn't go very smoothly. Uh...

"You really don't want to be a Beast Hunter, do you?"

"... Why do you think so?"

"That is...

"I have no attachment to animals. As long as I can become famous as a Hunter, anything will do."

"..."

The young Hunter throwing darts. As far as I know, the score is clearly poor. I am frustrated.... Me too. I am just speaking my thoughts.

"... I think being a Hunter is fine, but I don't think there's any need to force yourself to decide to be a Hunter."

"However, all famous Hunters call themselves something."

"Some Hunters have a wide range of activities."

"Regardless of whether you are a professional or an Amateur Hunter."

This is true. Especially Amateur Hunters, if they achieve success in something like him, they seem to want a lot. That is why I jumped up without the summons of one or two professionals.... Hmm, that is what I heard from someone. Is it Kurapika?

A young Hunter stood up and threw the collected darts again. The score seemed very low.

"..."

"What makes you want to become a Hunter?"

"... Why do you want to become a Hunter?

If you are a man, you can dream once.

He wanted to become famous as a Hunter, have his skills recognized, and become a person who would leave his name in history.

Since I was a child, I liked to Chase things.... Yes, it still is.

"Then, hasn't your dream already been realized?"

"... I am not successful as a Hunter.

No matter what I do, it doesn't work out."

"Everyone is like that.

How did this happen to me too? How many times have you thought

It rarely goes according to plan."

"..."

"Without success, you cannot continue forever."

"... Root.

Do not strive for success.

A person who keeps trying, not discouraged by repeated failures, will eventually bear fruit and achieve success.

You are still young and have many opportunities.

People who do nothing will never succeed, right?"

The young Hunter stood up and did not answer.

He also collected the darts and threw them. He stopped when he got two sticks, aimed slightly, and threw. It pierced the narrow part on the outside with a Heavy thud.

"One."

Uranus opened his mouth. Before I could ask anything, the young Hunter asked.

"... What should I do?"

Pondering for a moment.... I just put my thoughts into my mouth.

"If you like to Chase something, then do it.

I really don't need to succeed or become famous for myself.

... Is that so. Shouldn't you continue to Chase your dream?"

What is it? It didn't come Together well. I can't help it, I'm not good at this kind of thing.

The young Hunter was silent. I thought I would stand up, but I didn't.

"..."

"As a child.

When I accidentally chased a rare insect into a dangerous forest and was attacked by a ferocious beast, a Hunter saved me.

That person told me many stories. Discovery of treasures and rare animals. Traveling through ruins and undeveloped areas. Rare gems, gourmet food, mysterious events..."

Since hearing this fantastic story, I could find no future other than being a Hunter.

... But reality is cruel.

I cannot become a professional, and even if I engage in various activities as an amateur, I cannot achieve good results.... If I said chasing things isn't fun, that would be a lie. But I cannot bear to be a nameless Hunter.

But thinking about it carefully...

Even the Hunter I aimed to be who helped me didn't say his own name.... Perhaps, just like me now, going back and forth."

A long monologue. Could this be—

The young Hunter stood up from his seat and finally smiled at his frowning face.

"Thank you, I finally have the courage to take the first step.

I am also going to Chase things.

... This was given to me by the Hunter who helped me. I don't need it anymore. Please accept it."

Saying this, I placed the thing I took out of my pocket on the table. A camera? But the shape is strange.

When you pick it up, it makes a loud sound! And combs.

"97: 3D Camera"

Grade A Card limit 20

A camera that can develop the subject in 3D.

The size is adjustable, and the texture can be reproduced as it is.

... Oh. Oh! I get it! I cleared it! Why!?"

"Tell me your story next time we meet. See you later."

The Hunter smiled in farewell and left the tavern. Wow, is it really over?

I couldn't suppress the excitement in my heart and turned to look at everyone.

"—Whew! Congratulations!!"

Mr. Basho whistled while shouting familiar phrases and clapped his hands.

Suddenly, thunderous applause erupted. Wow! Exit!

"Don't be like that, Aisha!

I thought you were late, but why? I'm very good at making you fall in love!"

Mr. Bell, you said some strange things in the chaos...

As I sat down, everyone walked toward me, probably to see the card in my hand.

"Aisha, put it in the Binder first."

"Ah, yes. The book."

Dangerous. If Uranus hadn't told me, I would have done it.

I put the card into the Binder, opened the pages, and placed them on the table. One by one, several people looked inside.... Right, "Floating Stone" is on the front page. I can't show you a single-slot S-rank card that obviously looks real. This is a restricted card. I had to put it back into my Free Pocket.

"Hmm. This is a genuine designated pocket card.

... Can this be used to hit people?"

"I can't see you..."

"Don't you see the seam?"

"I'll tell you later."

"... I didn't think I could get it, so I didn't look it up in the 'List' beforehand.

I was careless."

"We must seriously reconsider the distribution of the rewards..."

Everyone said whatever they wanted to say.... Uranus was saying something that annoyed me. If this is the maximum number that can be made into a card, I screamed seriously: "Why is it like this?"