A Girl Who Was Told “You Have No Talent” Turned Out To Be A Talented Monster

“Ma, Maamu, when did you…” (De Mile)

“I’m sorry, I didn’t tell you even though I should have. I’m only at this stage now, but I want to improve my techniques and want to learn a lot from now on… Litty-san is right… If I have enough strength and achievements, Father won’t have to worry about me…” (Maamu)

“Maamu…” (De Mile)

De Mile was desperately searching for words to describe her actions and remarks that were unlike the modest and quiet daughter he knew about.

Did something go wrong with the way he brought up his daughter? Definitely not.

As a parent, he was completely unaware that his daughter had thought that far. Maybe he was unfit as a parent, he started to wonder.

“Please give me your acknowledgement when I have improved!” (Maamu)

“…I see.” (De Mile)

It was all he could squeeze out in a barely audible voice. What could he even say to his daughter, who was thinking that much about him? He had been too busy with his duties as a noble to talk to her about anything.

During the time he had been away from her, she was probably brooding over such topics. De Mile understood that it was all his fault for failing to get closer to his daughter.

“Let’s think more about it… together…” (De Mile)

“Father…!” (Maamu)

“I don’t even know what to say. After all, after that magic you just showed me, I need to get my mind in order.” (De Mile)

“Yes, let’s talk about everything when we are back home!” (Maamu)

“I’m sorry. I have a lot to catch up on about your life and dreams.”

De Mile hugged his daughter. Natasha and the other two guards also couldn’t stop themselves from tearing up. They had known De Mile and his daughter for a long time. It was a pity that they had been so close to De Mile and his daughter, but could not do anything about their situation.

Litty could see herself and her parents back home in the same light. It was not that she was homesick, but she wished to see them as soon as possible for no other reason than getting their approval.

“Maamu-san. I’m still inexperienced now, but someday, when I’ve made achievements that I can be proud of… I’ll definitely come to get you!” (Litty)

“Litty-san…” (Maamu)

“De Mile-san should not be worried… No! I will be an adventurer you will be able to entrust your daughter to without any worries! Please wait until then!” (Litty)

“…I understand. I will also study as hard as I can.” (Maamu)

Maamu put her hand outside the carriage to shake hands with Litty. They both smiled at each other and then let go of each other’s hands.

Natasha confirmed that Maamu had sat properly back into the carriage and then climbed on the carriage front, and finally gripped the reins tightly.

“Well, to achieve that, we have to get back to the capital first. I will continue to help from the sidelines.” (Natasha)

“Yes! Natasha-san!” (Maamu)

“Hmm? Help? What? What do you mean?” (De Mile)

“Ah…! Well, let’s go!” (Natasha)

“Hey, Natasha! What is the meaning of this?” (De Mile)

Natasha slipped up halfway, and De Mile interrogated her as the carriage drove away.

Litty watched optimistically until the carriage was out of sight, hoping that things would go well.

***

Back at the Adventurers’ Guild, an unfamiliar man was speaking with the guild’s branch manager. The adventurers relaxing at the table were also attentively listening to their conversation. Clearly, the atmosphere was not a good one.

“So, branch manager. As long as we don’t make any mistakes, there should be no problem. That place still has resource value there.” (Unknown Man)

“I cannot agree with you. You people don’t understand the horror of the Scarb.” (Branch Manager)

“They’re just a bunch of nothing. They only have their numbers.” (Unknown Man)

Roma beckoned to Litty, who was observing the exchange between the man and the branch manager. She gave Litty a simple rundown of the whole situation.

“Roma-san, what happened?” (Litty)

“That man talking to the branch manager is a merchant from a neighboring province. He spotted the Bikki Mine Ruins and wanted to excavate it.” (Roma)

“Heeh, but there are a lot of Scarb there.” (Litty)

“Yes. That’s why they’re asking the Adventurers’ Guild for help.” (Roma)

*

“Weak monsters like that are nothing to worry about with the magic tools we have now.” (Fat man)

A fat man approached them. Several other adventurers were also following behind. They were probably guards.

One of them gave a careful glance to the guild.

“Apparently, the name of the wealthy merchant David is not well known in this country. Don’t you guys know about him? This man is a jeweler who has discovered the asset value of the abandoned mines and has revitalized them many times. In fact, there is no one in the neighboring countries who has not heard of him. You should have heard about Reglia mine, right? The story of the Reglia mine is pretty famous, after all.” (Unknown Man)

“Hmph, I have no use for a cowardly guild like this. Let’s go.” (David)

David left the guild with his escorts in tow. One could sense that some adventurers were offended by his irreverent attitude. The tongue lashings and swearing were evidence of this.

“Phew, it’s been a while since a strange one came here.” (Bystander 1)

“But if the Bikki Mine is repurposed, isn’t that a good thing?” (Bystander 2)

“We don’t even know the size of the Scarb’s nest, it’s too big of a risk.” (Bystander 1)

“Not good… I hope they don’t do something stupid.” (Bystander 2)

Litty knew firsthand how troublesome Scarbs could be, so she understood the risk.

What would happen if there were more of them? Litty understood why the branch manager might be reluctant. Whether it’s Baffolo or Scarb, if they swarm, the threat would multiply many times over.