The Magic Princess Returns to Death and Defeats the Demon Lord Before the Hero - Chapter 12

Chapter 12: Finding an Escort

What exactly are you doing here?

A man dressed in a deep hooded cloak approaches the three and calls to them.

All three of them are surprised, but Anastasia recognizes the voice and lets go of her tension when she hears it.

Brandt-senpai?

He lowered his hood as soon as Anastasia called out. Brandts statuesque face is there, with a curious expression on his face.

Regina and Hoyle both freeze when they see this.

This is none of Senpais concernwere a little busy right now.

Hoyle, on the other hand, recovers quickly and tries to reject Brandt in a harsh voice.

Brandt tilts his head slightly, but soon comes up with an idea and claps his hands.

Ah are you the energetic boy from yesterday? Looking at the situation, Im wondering if youve had any time to reflect on yourself.

Tch

Hoyle turns away, annoyed.

Hoyle is obviously unhappy and clicks his tongue, but Brandt just smiles at him.

We came here to register as hunters, but the magic academy first-year students have to start at rank 6, and they said we needed to hire an escort if we want to enter the dungeon

I see, the freshmen cant even use [White Fire] yetwhen you can use it, youll be in great demand.

Anastasia explains, and Brandt agreeably responds.

[White Fire] is a magic spell that can be given in the dungeons of the Academy. It is a strong offensive spell against monsters but useless against humans and animals. It only harms beings with magical stones in their bodies.

The presence of a dungeon where this anti-monster magic spell can be given is one of the reasons why Lapis Magic Academy is the best and unrivaled magic academy on the continent.

By the way, Anastasia already learned it in her previous life, so she can still use it.

But since she hasnt been to the academy dungeon yet in this life, its not something she can use openly.

As a result, she must keep them hidden until she is able to enter the academy dungeon.

If you want, I can be your escort.

Brandt makes an unexpected offer.

Anastasia and Regina are taken aback by Brandt.

Hoyle, on the other hand, only gives him a cold stare.

You must be at least rank 5 to be an escort; senpai are not wanted.

But Im a rank 4 hunter.

Huh?

When Brandts response comes back, Hoyle is at a loss for words.

Eh no wayhow could Brandt-senpai possibly be?

Regina, who has been dazed and unable to move since Brandt arrived, finally speaks up. Her words, however, are disjointed.

Ive been a hunter since I was in my second year. On weekends, I occasionally earn pocket money. But, as youd expect from a weekend hunter like me, I cant get past the rank 3 barrier, so Im stuck at 4.

Brandt responded with a cheerful smile.

Regina seems even more confused by the answer, wandering her eyes and acting suspiciously.

A rank 4 is sufficient to be considered a full-fledged professional hunterbut, even if you work full-time, getting to rank 3 is difficult

Hoyle mutters in frustration.

Anastasia also thinks that there is a chasm between ranks 5 and 4, just as there is a barrier between ranks 4 and 3.

Yeah. Once you reach rank 3, you can get commissions and become a true hunterIm not going to apply for it right now because Im going to work somewhere else.

Anastasia is surprised to learn that Brandt has already found work, but Hoyle cuts her off before she can say anything.

Youre planning to get a job? Youve already found a job? Youre the top of the class, Ill give you that. Then you should have been preparing for a job instead of coming here, right?

There isnt much to do to get ready for a jobIm more interested in gathering magical stones and materials for experiments, making some money, and dungeon explorations.

Brandt, on the other hand, does not appear offended and responds matter-of-factly.

Could you please stop poking around here, Hoyle? You are not required to goAll we have to do is let Tasha and I accompany Brandt-senpai.

Darn

Regina, who appears to have regained her composure, warns Hoyle.

Hoyle clicks his tongue and turns away, but says nothing else.

I came here today to collect some magical stones, so I took a day trip to a nearby dungeon. I also came to see if there were any material requests, and I ran into Anastasia and the others. I can accompany you to the dungeon if you want.

Turning back to Anastasia, Brandt makes the same suggestion again.

Well that would be very helpfulhow much would you charge for an escort?

This was a blessing in disguise for Anastasia. When she inquires about the escort fee, Brandt shakes his head.

But, far from being selfless in refusing rewards, his faces were filled with an almost insatiable expectation.

I dont require money. I just want you to show me your magic spells in the dungeonIm interested to see what kind of magic spells you use.