Strange Grief Wants to Retire ~ The Weakest Hunter Dreams of a Hero ~

Tony-san frowns for a moment, then he looks at me as if he has just realized something.

“Wait a second? Kaiser and Saya………… Are you talking about Kai and Saaya who just recently came to the city?” (Tony)

“Eh……? No, I don’t think so.” (Cry)

“Aniki was bragging about it that…… Strong warriors joined him.” (Tony)

Aaah, so it is them. Apparently, both of them entered the country under false names.

Now that I think about it calmly, isn’t it a bad idea to enter under my real name? (A bit late for that)

Being Tony-san’s Aniki, he must be royalty then, just like Tony-san. I was a little worried because of their lack of reports, but it seems like they are both working hard. As expected of a Level 8. It is surprising that they both went to the same person, but perhaps they were double-booked…… Or maybe that Aniki or whatever is the hardest person to rescue.

Now that I know that, there is only one thing I can do.

“Yosh, then, let’s get right to it and go sightsee right away…… We don’t have a lot of time. I heard about it. There are a lot of things in this area that you can’t find in other areas, right?” (Cry)

I confirmed that they were both working hard, so I guess I should hurry up and do some sightseeing. To think I would sleep for three days…… I have to hurry up and find Relics, but I have wasted so much time.

“…… Yeah, that’s true. In our area, the nobles are the ones taking the initiative in doing a lot of things, so I think it’s a little different from what you can find in Aniki and Nora’s place. We have money, too.” (Tony)

Tony-san *pachin* snaps his fingers, the floor opens up and a trunk case rises up. Inside of it is a pile of gold coins. What’s more, there are 100,000 gils, the type of gold coins in circulation in Zebrudia.

Tony-san says proudly as I widen my eyes.

“We made it ourselves. We used some of the money you had as a reference. I’ve seen a few of these in the past, but this is a pretty nice design. It looks like the real thing, doesn’t it?” (Tony)

Okay, those are forgery. It certainly looks just like the real deal……

“I’m trying to bring in a lot of interesting culture from outside, but unfortunately, the monetary economy didn’t take root in Code. After all, in this country, as long as you’re a citizen, you can get most things. The only thing that could replace money would be the city system’s resources, but if you have resources, the city system will provide you with everything in the first place. There’s no need to exchange them. For reference, what do you think as an outsider?” (Tony)

“Are those coins made of gold?” (Cry)

“No, they’re made from soil.” (Tony)

I believe counterfeiting gold coins is a crime.

“I-I think that’s a pretty interesting idea, un. But I would rather see something different. Are there any bars or restaurants in your area?” (Cry)

The first thing to consider when sightseeing is food. Even when I was traveling around the world as a member of 《Strange Grief (Nageki no Borei)》 (Well for the time being I am still a member), food was one of the few things I enjoyed. If Tony-san’s area brought in outside culture, there is a possibility of finding restaurants here.

In response to my question, Tony-san crosses his arms and explains to me.

“A restaurant or a bar, huh. Aaah, of course, I know them. I’ve checked various things with the people from outside, and there are records of it in this city too. It’s a facility that serves food, right? However, as far as I know, there aren’t any in this city…… No, I think Nora’s place has a similar facility. A facility that serves food to create enhanced humans.” (Tony)

That’s, a little different from the restaurants I know…… Does that mean just eating will make you stronger? Is it really just normal food?

Anyway, there are no normal restaurants or bars. Since there are no restaurants, there are probably no sweet shops either. I am worried about what kind of souvenir I can bring back to Ohii-sama. Р�

“In the first place, it is strange that there aren’t any stores like that in a city that was originally built by people from the outside world.” (Cry)

“It’s because there is no need to do that. Think about it logically. Do you really need something like that in a city where you can get anything you want? We’re redirecting the workforce to jobs that need people.” (Tony)

It is true that in this world you can survive even without working. In the outside world too, there are many people who unwillingly have to work in order to survive. Is there really any point in opening a store in a city where everything you need is provided and where a monetary economy doesn’t exist?

I think for a while, then look at Tony-san and say.

“Well………… I don’t know if it is necessary or not, but it might be unexpectedly interesting after you give it a try, you know.” (Cry)

“What…… Did you say?” (Tony)

“Even in my country, there are many people who open a shop as a hobby. I myself am thinking of running a coffee shop someday.” (Cry)

In particular, there are many cases where former skilled Hunters open stores as a hobby. Such stores do not care about profits, so they are quite affordable, and you can also get advice on how to be a Hunter. Maybe it is because they have spent their life involved in tough work that they desire such a peaceful life after retirement, but what I want to say is that, ultimately, the reason people work should not just be to make a living. I too have an ongoing desire to retire, but that doesn’t mean I don’t enjoy being a Hunter at all. If I had zero fun in being a Hunter, I would have quit a long time ago.

Tony-san blinks for a moment, examining it carefully, then says.

“I, see. Now that you mention it, it might be worth a try.” (Tony)

“No, Tony-sama, you cannot do that. That would be extremely inefficient. We are currently at a critical time right before the battle for the throne!” (Man)

“That’s exactly why, if we’re going to do it, now’s the time to do it, right? If we’re going to do something stupid, it’s now or never. Once Aniki becomes king, who knows how much authority we’ll have later?” (Tony)

Tony-san talks back to the old man in a white coat who interrupted him. It seems like there are various circumstances at play here. I quickly intervene in the discussion.

“By the way, I am changing the subject but can you get Relics or anything like that in your area, Tony-san? I would like to buy one as a souvenir.” (Cry)

This is the main objective. It is no exaggeration to say that I cut short my sightseeing at Nora-san’s place early in order to search for Relics. I came to this city to search for Relics, you know!

Tony-san seems taken aback by what I say.

“A souvenir…… You say? …… Oi, oi, don’t you know? Relics are strategic resources, and all ownership of Code’s Relics belongs solely to the King of Code, who will distribute them fairly among Class 8. The Royal Family will lend them to whoever needs them. In other words, the only way to obtain a Relic within this Code is to have it given to you by the Royal Family.” (Tony)

“Does it include, a smartphone too?” (Cry)

No well, I don’t know if I can get it from the royalty or not, but I will ask just in case you know……

“I know what it is, but…… There’s nothing like that. We can do something similar with the city system, so why bother creating something like that, right?” (Tony)

“Un, un, well yeah, that’s true………… Eh?” (Cry)

What did you just say? ………… Create it?

“Most of the weapons in this city stop functioning properly when they are far from Code. Only the King can create a Relic that can function from a distance. The majority of Relics created so far have been weapons, and to begin with, Relics apparently require an enormous amount of resources, y’know. Only the King knows the details…… Hey, are you listening?” (Tony)

That’s ridiculous…… The creation of Relics is something that has been studied by various powers in the world since ancient times but has never been successful. Nowadays, doing research about this is banned internationally as it involves the manipulation of Mana Materials, but could it be this city has succeeded in creating Relics?

…… Well, I guess it is kinda late to notice that now since they can make mechanized soldiers, right? Maybe if I ask the king, he will make a smartphone for me?

I am feeling a bit more motivated now. Once Kaiser and Saya rescue the king, it might be a good idea to ask him if he can make one for me at the end.

There, Tony-san lets out a small *fuuh* sigh. His expression also shows signs of fatigue.

“Haaah…… Well, whatever. Feel free to look around my area, I have nothing to hide. I’ll let the people in the area know about you. Do you need a guide?” (Tony)

“I don’t need a guide, but…… I would like some legs. Do you have any nice-looking Spiders? That crimson Spider was cool, but I don’t want something as big as that, something a little more compact that can be used by one person is good.” (Cry)

The spider-type vehicles commonly used in this country are convenient, but I think that they are too big. Not many people in the city seem to use them, so I was hoping it would be nice if there is a vehicle that is a little more casual to use.

Tony-san is silent after hearing what I say.

It is fine if you don’t have one tho’. I think Spiders are useful. They have the mobility to jump from building to building, and I have never seen them cause any accidents. They are not wrong when they say that bigger is better than smaller.

I am about to open my mouth when I cannot bear the silence any longer, but Tony-san finally speaks.

“………… Don’t tell me, you know what my research is about?” (Tony)

“………… Eh?” (Cry)

Thanks for reading!Here is the extra chapter thanks to LLL. Still have 4 more, so you gonna eat good for a while (Althought that mean more translation for me…) Of course Cry knows about your research! Nothing can escape Infinite Variety sight! So Tony is researching solo spiders. Are we going to see some spider gundam!?

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