- POV Izrail -
Hah... No matter what era, human character can't completely change. When can the middle of the year not be busy? I can accept it if it's a job that makes money, but if it's just an activity for unemployed people, I'd rather relax here.
"Mmh."
Or maybe not.
I secretly glanced at the girl who had been watching me since I arrived at this base.
Can't someone have privacy? I'm sure this girl just woke up too. I could guess from her slightly messy hair and the sound of her slightly dry throat.
I started stretching, then free-falling from the tenth-floor balcony.
By stepping on and holding on for a moment to each railing or barrier as I fell, I slowed my fall even though the effect was only a few percent. But it's better than having both leg joints hurt or falling on my back, right?
Without looking up or turning around, I knew the girl would definitely rush after me. So I immediately walked away, and disappeared into the corner of the alley.
I don't have to go far, just need to walk around a few times, mingle with people, and return to the original place.
See?, she was confused and instead walked away from me.
Okay, now it's time to enjoy the quiet atmosphere. I started wearing earphones and playing some slightly relaxing pop music, with low bass equalizer settings and high instruments... This is one of the entertainments that we certainly often use. And don't use speakers, because other people might be disturbed.
"I'll order a small bucket of fried chicken, and one large cup of iced lemon."
"Okay, please wait a moment."
Yes, eating out again. Even though one of my team members was cooking, but because I didn't want to be watched, I had no choice. I hope she doesn't get upset because we just left.
After my order was ready, I immediately ate at the corner table... Just like when I was a teenager. I'm not being alone, but looking for peace. A location like this is not easily noticed by others, and you can focus on enjoying your breakfast.
"Senior Izrail."
I think I need to go further into the corner.
"What's wrong?" I turned to the little girl who suddenly appeared near me.
"Have you ever given guidance to people?"
"Yes, and quite often. Do you want to ask something?"
"No, more precisely, I want you to be my private trainer."
"I'm not very good at it."
Besides, there is a job that I can do with a fairly high pay.
"So you can do it?"
Doesn't this little girl know the sentence of refusal?
"Let me tell you, the cost is not cheap."
"How much?"
"5000 Priah."
"I can get a small plane for that price. Why is it so expensive?, I just want you to train me for a few hours per day."
"Well, it's okay if you don't want to. I actually give you half price because you seem interesting. If I'm in a bad mood..."
"Mom once said, there is a price, there is also quality. Okay, I accept it."
Eh?!, she accepted it?.
"I don't really like people who contradict me, so you'd better listen to everything I say."
Pressure seems like this should be it. She must be looking for a private trainer because she's unhappy with the person who trained her before. Therefore-
"Sure. But the price you're giving is too high, so I'll give you three conditions."
"Say it."
"First, you can't be stingy with your knowledge. I want our training to be varied, I don't like doing training that's too monotonous and boring, especially training that I don't need. Second, you can be strict, but you can't be too harsh. I also have feelings, so I hope you can be gentle too."
"This... is a bit unique. Unless there's no other choice?"
"If it's that important, I guess it's fine. But you might have to deal with the child protection agency."
This girl has already prepared a shield against the harsh training methods I thought of! It seems like she's really serious about finding a trainer.
Hmm, she seems to have high hopes and seems to have prepared herself for this. Am I still backing down?.
"The last one?"
"I have to rise to B rank within 2 years."
It's not impossible to rise to B rank within 2 years, but that's usually only done by people who already have high abilities from the start.
As for her, I don't think she's capable of defeating an Elite level monster by herself. Besides, she doesn't want rough training...
"I'm an Attacker type soldier, not a Supporter. Our fighting style is different."
"I know. But I want to get stronger."
"Alright, if that's what you want."
"So we have a deal?"
I looked at her hand for a moment, and finally shook hands. When I touched her hand, I could feel how soft it was.
Could it be that she doesn't hold weapons very often? Hmm... this seems like it'll be a bit of a challenge.
"Oh yeah, I'm just an ordinary C-rank soldier, the salary and wages I receive aren't big... I also need money for living expenses. So can I pay in installments of 2% per month?"
After putting on a serious face, and she put on a sweet face. But unfortunately, my drink already tasted sweet and tasted fresher, so it didn't really matter. Even so...
"Huh... 5% per month."
After the agreement was made, we started talking a little about the training method. Damn, I couldn't focus on enjoying my food.
"It's already 6 pm, aren't you going to the academy?"
"I've decided not to join the first hour of training. Besides, I have you now."
"But wouldn't it be nice to be able to train with the others?"
"For the first hour. At that time everyone is still energetic and fresh, but after that they will start to get tired."
"The average C-rank soldier can only fight for half an hour straight, and that's not much different from heavy training... So getting tired after an hour of training is normal."
"And I don't really like it."
"How is your daily life there? Don't say 'Just so-so'."
"I always attend class quietly and listen carefully. As for the social circle... I think it's quite good, it's just that some people sometimes like to talk behind my back, and for some reason their attitude changes."
I can see someone seems to be having trouble socializing, maybe I should see for myself.
After we parted ways, I started to formulate a plan.
The girl seemed to have some kind of assignment, this was my chance to ask the people at her academy.
I wasn't sure what kind of training I was going to give her, but at least the problem had to be put aside.
"You over there, come here, there's something I want to ask you?"
"You are...?"
"Just an ordinary Elite team leader. Tell me what you know about Dahlia."
"I'm not that close to her. All I know is that she's diligent, kind, and quite charming."
"Isn't that just your own thinking?"
"Ah, sorry. We're in the same class, and we've interacted a few times, but that's it."
"Has she had any problems all this time? Like... you know?, like friendship or school problems?"
"I don't know what you're talking about. But I don't think she has any problems."
This young man looked nervous, but he didn't seem to be lying either.
Never mind, I'd better find someone else to ask.