A Gentle Noble's Vacation Recommendation (穏やか貴族の休暇のすすめ。)

Episode 6

"Judge's Grandfather"

Oh, how unusual.

You're up early.

I'm sorry. Did I wake you?

I always get up around this time.

You should sleep in.

You had quite the scuffle yesterday.

It's fine.

What is it?

Nothing.

Hey, look.

Huh?

Is he a noble? He's not the local lord, right?

Nah, look who's next to him. That's the Blade.

Then that's him?

Who should I tell if I have information to share?

Don't ask me.

Good morning!

Good morning.

How can I help you?

I'd like to update a map.

Certainly. For which labyrinth?

The Crystal Ruins.

The Crystal Ruins?!

That old labyrinth's been thoroughly explored.

The map hasn't been updated in years.

I found something.

You... found something?

Wait a minute.

Lying's a pretty risky play.

Are you that desperate to show off to Layla?

Is that your name?

Yes.

That's a cute name.

Thank you!

Stop trying to seduce her!

A twink like you has new information on the Crystal Ruins of all places?

That's impossible!

So?

S-So? So, uh...

Sh-Show us the proof!

Is proof required to update a map?

No, that's not necessary.

Any lies would be exposed anyway, and no one would risk the loss of credibility.

So go right ahead!

Well, I don't believe you!

That's fine. As long as the guild believes me.

Oh, but... since I do have proof, I might as well show you.

What?!

A-A strategy guide?

Does this satisfy you?

Th-There can't be anything new in that.

There was a hidden room and even a treasure chest.

Naturally, we took it.

But it's still worth entering.

There's a very rare monster inside.

W-Wait!

Please don't share more than that.

Don't worry. That's all I'll say.

By the way, this is my first time sharing information.

This is it.

That's a very accurate map.

Should I tell you about any traps as well?

You'll receive a greater reward if you do.

In that case...

One moment, please.

I'll get set up right away.

Come closer to the counter, please.

I see. A silencer.

The ones you have here also block out outside voices.

Depends on the silencer.

Go ahead.

This looks like an ordinary wall at first glance, but this section can be destroyed.

I see. A destructible labyrinth wall would've been overlooked.

Gil kicked the wall down.

He kicked it down?!

It was about this thick.

That's a proper wall!

Oh, but it's made of crystal.

That would be really hard!

It's like kicking down a brick wall.

That's not something people can do.

Beyond that, there was an altar.

Opening the treasure chest there triggered a teleportation spell,

and then...

I see. That sends you to this room.

Actually, we fell.

You fell?!

A magic circle transported us into a crystal pit about two meters across.

Was it a bit less than two minutes?

That sounds right.

It felt long, but it really wasn't.

W-Were you all right?

Do we look like we weren't?

Well, no.

Also, there was a subterranean dragon at the bottom.

It attacked with its breath weapon as we fell.

Also...

Wait!

You fell several kilometers,

a subterranean dragon was waiting at the bottom,

and you took a direct hit from its breath weapon?

That's absolutely brutal!

You knocked this over.

I can't believe I did that.

Since we've already come this far, I have one other thing...

What kind of scale is that?

A subterranean dragon? It's huge.

Do you believe me now?

Uh, yes.

Here you go.

What?

I thought I'd give this to you.

After all, it seems some people don't believe us.

You're giving...?

You could probably sell this for a lot of money.

That's all right. We harvested plenty more.

I-In that case, could I see your guild card to certify your information?

Certainly.

Rank F?!

Is everything all right?

Um, I feel like you're ready to apply for a promotion.

But it's been less than two months since I became an adventurer.

B-But...

Besides, I know someone who'd be unhappy if I raised my rank here.

What?

It's nothing.

He's coddling him again.

This is your reward.

Thank you.

Stop by anytime to offer more information or take on jobs.

Would it be better if I raised my rank?

What?

It can't look good for your leader to be rank F.

Doesn't bother me.

I don't care what people say about me,

but I wouldn't want others to doubt your achievements because of me.

Idiot. It wouldn't bother me if they did.

It doesn't matter if your rank is S or F or if you're a king or a criminal.

I'd be here either way.

You should probably avoid criminals.

This is it.

That's a big shop.

This is nice, but I believe Judge's shop carries higher quality products.

They serve different customers.

True.

Excuse me.

Are you here to meet Mr. Judge?

Yes.

I've been told to take you to him.

This way, please.

Mr. Judge, your guests have arrived.

Mr. Lizel and Mr. Gil, I am so sorry!

I planned to wait for you downstairs, but...

You can relax.

You're our client. You can throw your weight around.

I'd never do that.

Did we arrive early?

N-Not at all. My grandfather has been giving me gifts, and...

Judge! Take this, too.

You've already given me enough.

Oh?

Gil, huh?

Judge told me about you, but you really haven't changed.

Shut up.

You've been putting that to good use.

You better not be slacking on maintaining it.

Of course not.

Good. And you must be...

It's a pleasure to meet you. My name is Lizel.

I'm terribly sorry for dragging your grandson into our trouble

and ruining your family's time together on the first day of our visit.

I was thinking about giving you a piece of my mind,

but you apologized before I could.

Um, Mr. Lizel, would you like to have lunch with us?

Are you sure?

My grandfather said he'd like to speak with you.

I'm honored. Please allow us to join you.

The name's Insigh.

I hear you've been helping my grandson.

I receive far more help from him.

I always stop by his shop anytime I need anything.

You're an adventurer, right? You don't look like one.

Grandfather!

Aren't you a mighty adventurer? Then eat like one.

Grandfather!

I've been working on my appetite.

By the way, was it two years ago that you met?