𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐞 𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐨𝐟 《𝐁𝐥𝐮𝐞 𝐒𝐤𝐲 𝐇𝐚𝐰𝐤》
“Good morning, did you have a relaxing time?”
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The next day, as I waited at the guild, the four members of 《Blue Sky Hawk》 arrived.
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“Well then, shall we set off right away? By the way, have you all prepared what’s necessary for the subjugation?”
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“Eh, yes, sort of. But weren’t those supposed to be provided by you?”
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“About that…”
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Runker continued speaking while tilting his chin.
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“You guys are only temporarily joining until you return to your country, right? In that case, I was thinking it might be better to separate the necessary expenses. You see, since we divide the costs within the party, it would become quite complicated to calculate a fair share for you who have just joined. You understand, don’t you?”
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“…I understand.”
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Sighing, Luke responded.
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“Quick understanding helps a lot. Don’t worry, we will give a proper reward for the dungeon conquest. Now, let’s depart!”
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“Luke, these people don’t seem so bad, do they?”
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Alma whispered to Luke as they walked side by side.
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“You can leave if you want, don’t worry about me.”
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Sicily also whispered from the other side.
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“…No, let’s observe a bit longer.”
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With a light sigh, Luke followed the four.
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The four members of 《Blue Sky Hawk》 and Pit and Luke’s group, totaling eight people, entered the forest.
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“Is the dungeon in the forest?”
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“No, the dungeon we’re going to is at the foot of the mountain. But there’s something we need to procure first.”
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Runker walked down the path through the forest with a meaningful smile.
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Eventually, the eight of them reached a small village.
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“Who are those people?!”
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It was the village where the beastkin, previously saved by Luke, lived.
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The villagers recognized 《Blue Sky Hawk》 and seemed to show a moment of hostility in their eyes.
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But that was fleeting, and soon the villagers gathered around 《Blue Sky Hawk》.
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“This extermination mission is going to be a big one! We need 20 people, with one silver coin per day for each person! First come, first served!”
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“I’ll go!”
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“No, me!”
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“Let me go! My sister is sick and I need the money!”
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Gustav’s call attracted the village men.
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“What’s this…?”
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“As you see. We’re gathering strong force for the hunt.”
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Runker nodded as if it was obvious at Luke’s words.
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“We’re looking at a week for this hunt. We’ll need people to carry the materials we gather and our luggage, right?”
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“Wha… that is… yes, I guess so.”
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Luke almost raised an objection but quickly suppressed it.
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When he went to the dungeon with Iris and joined Sir Wilfred’s hunting party, they carried their own luggage, but maybe the method changes with the place.
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“Runker, we have enough people.”
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The ones who gathered around Gustav were all beastkin in ragged clothes.
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They only had simple travel gear, farming tools like hoes and sickles, and swords with chipped blades.
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“Alright, then we leave immediately!”
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“Wait a minute, please! Are you going to let them go to the dungeon dressed like this?! Isn’t that too dangerous?”
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“What are you talking about? That’s normal.”
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Runker looked puzzled.
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Leslie sighed in exasperation.
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“It’s their responsibility what equipment they bring. We’re offering one silver coin per day per person, we can’t afford more. That’s already an exceptional amount.”
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“But still…”
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To Luke’s eyes, the beastkin seemed unarmed.
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He couldn’t imagine them defending themselves from the demon beasts that attack day and night, regardless of the dungeon.
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“…Luke, I understand your confusion as a foreigner. But this is how 《Blue Sky Hawk》. operates. Now that you’re one of us, you need to get used to it.”
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There was a slight irritation in Runker’s voice.
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“That’s right, we don’t care what you think, we’ve always done it this way. If you have a problem, feel free to turn back.”
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Gustav crossed his arms and snorted.
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“…I understand.”
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Luke nodded reluctantly.
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“Luke, are you really okay with this?”
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Alma asked with concern.
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“We can’t turn back now. Let’s just observe and support as needed.”
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Whispering, Luke and his two companions followed the swelling hunting party.
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The dungeon was located at the foot of a mountain, just beyond the forest.
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“This is known as the Granite Dungeon. It spans 20 levels but is quite wide, making the subjugation a time-consuming task. Everyone, be prepared!”
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With Runker’s command, the team quietly entered the dungeon.
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Immediately upon entering the dungeon, Luke noticed something unusual.
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The beastkin, who should be known for their strength, were standing in the front row.
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“Wait a minute, why are the beastkin at the front? Isn’t it normal for the strong ones to be at the rear?”
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“Are you still saying things like that?”
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Runker exhaled in frustration at Luke’s words.
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“They are obviously gathered here as the vanguard for the subjugation.”
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