Chapter 5- First Quest Part 2 (Patreon)

"…That was wonderful, Maria-san."

"I'm glad you like listening to this old woman story."

Some time had passed since Maria-san told us her story.

"No-no it was fascinating, I dream of that kind of adventure and please don't say you are old. After all you are still beautiful woman in my opinion, Maria-san."

"Ahaha, You are making me embarrassed if you keep saying like that, Yunyun-chan."

While Yunyun and Maria-san immersed in their chat, I was taking my time pondering my next course of action.

-As for me…

I sipped the tea and ate some cookies prepared by Maria-san a while ago. I'm not fun of sweets but I can tell the cookie I ate just now was definitely a high quality.

"How is it ? Do you like the cookies?"

"Yes, its first time having it. It was very delicious, Maria-san."

Looking over I said my thanks to Maria-san. Its seems like their chat was over. Maria-san is a gentle person, I'm glad that Yunyun found herself another person to get along with. Anyway, I wonder what kind man Maria-san`s husband is?

It seems like Yunyun and Maria-san are getting along well.

I'm relieved that someone like Maria-san will accompany us to this quest. If I didn't reborn into this world, Yunyun will definitely take this quest with Maria-san accompanying her.

I'm relieved to know that.

There's a reason why I decided to accompany Yunyun-chan in this quest instead of going into my initial plan by registering myself as adventurer first. To begin with, I'm afraid being alone, being reborn after I died suddenly makes me question myself. The world of konosuba was a very dangerous. After all, in the story even the MC, Kazuma Satou, died countless times. The presence of Yunyun-chan ease my worry. In addition, I'm worried for her taking this quest alone. I still don't how the leveling system of world works but I know that in the beginning of the story, Yunyun-chan along with Megumin had low level and only have intermediate magic as her disposal. Its better to finish this Quest quickly with the ability I have and prepare for my next course of action. Furthermore, this is a good chance to earn more Yunyun points. A way path for my future romance.

-Well, what kind I say. I'm  a genius.

"It's time."

After a while Maria-san stood up and told us to follow her to see the condition of her husband. We go upstairs and came to one of room which appears to master bedroom.

When the door open what greeted us was a simple spacious clean room, a few ornaments and a bedroom with a person lying on it.

A tough looking middle age man.

When we entered following Maria-san, the uncle on the bed noticed our presence. He looked to us and greeted casually:

"Oh! I heard voices downstairs. I assume we have some visitor. Welcome youngsters, you are here visit me, right? I know this old man quite a famous, so don't hold back and shower me with praises. Ahahahah!"

"Ehh!"

Yunyun shriek out from the loud voice.

"Stop messing around, they are here for the quest that I requested."

Its seems like this tough looking middle age man is quite gullible.

Yunyun shrink her body behind me after getting startle from the scary uncle.

"Look! You are scaring Yunyun-chan."

After being reprimanded by his wife he looked to us with apologetic face and showed a little surprised after noticing the eye color of Yunyun-chan.

"Oh, now this is a surprise, an otherworldly looking kid and a crimson girl being together, tantalizing indeed "

I'm quite surprised from his remarks about us but anyway, stepping forward I introduce myself.

"Excuse us from sudden intrusion, Maria-san's husband, Hello, or should I say, Good evening. My name is Hikimori Saiko and this my partner Yunyun-chan. We are here hoping to help you solving your problem."

"Maria-san's husband, Ahahahah!, I like it but this old man got himself a name. Just called me uncle Joe. Everyone called me that. Ahahahah!"

I was speechless.

Looking at the uncle who are laughing heartily makes me wonder if this person really okay.

Probably seeing my reaction, Maria-san who is now sitting on the corner of the bed playfully said:

"See this guys is alive and kicking. No need to be worried."

"But is that really okay? It must be very painful having a poison inside the body. We must do something to remove it quickly."

Yunyun who was being nervous the entire time  voiced her concerned.

What a kind girl! I wuv her!

"Ahahahah! Don't worry Crimson Demon young lady. I faced countless battle number of times and survived after receiving several number of heavy damage. A mere poison don't poise any threat to me."

"But—"

"Its okay Yunyun-chan. No need worry. As his wife I'm also worried but we need to calm down. That's why we need to find those rare herbs hopefully."

At the side Maria-san said to Yunyun softly with eyes full of fondness.

After that Maria-san began examining the current state of uncle Joe body to ease our worry.

Uncle Joe has a top-tier job as Crusader. With high poison resistance that his body possessed, it managed to suppressed the poison but as the result it numb his entire body making standing up difficult. That's why he was end up being bedridden. Besides that, there was nothing that indicate his life being endanger. Though It is better to remove the toxin inside him to be safe like what Yunyun-chan suggested.

"Yunyun-chan and Hikimori-kun, while I'm going preparing for some things that will be needed for the trip, the two of you can wait in the living room. Its been a while since I travel, I need to prepare myself."

I think its time for me to take action seeing Maria-san getting ready to prepare, so I hurriedly stop her and said:

"Wait a minute, Maria-san! Before that, there's something that I would like to try."

Hearing me say that, Maria-san look over to me with a doubtful expression.

Seeing them having their attention on me, now I feel embarrassed somehow.

However it's now or never. I need to prove whether my ability I've got have a hundred percent success rate.

Honestly, I'm not sure what is the limitation my ability. Its says it can return to original state. But what 'exactly'….is the original state. Its quite vague in my opinion… but even so… I hope it can enable to remove the toxin from uncle Joe's body.

After that, I stated my intention and told them the effect my skill. However—

"Hmm, a peculiar skill, indeed. Never heard of that before, but if what you've said  is true? then, how about we give it a try?"

Uncle Joe said after pondering a little. Perhaps, being an adventurer for a long time made him getting used some unexpected things.

"But…"

Though Maria-san was still looked worried and skeptical with regard to my skill. As an Archmage made her knowledgeable about all sort of magic. However, I received my skill from a Goddess. Its one of a kind. Anyone who heard the effect will probably think how overpowered this type of healing skill is and makes them hard to believe that such skill actually exist.

"…"

"I believe in him, Maria-san!"

After a short silence, Yunyun said suddenly and appeared beside me.

A very supportive waifu.

I'm gonna marry her!

Seeing the confidence of Yunyun, Maria-san appeared a little embarrassed and said,

"Don't worry, Yunyun-chan, its not like I don't trust Saiko-kun. I just, you know…"

"Haha! … waifeey, seriously, after a long time your observation skills became so dull. Take a second look again and appraise the kid carefully…"

Even though he's not in a position to say something like that considering this person lying on the bed helplessly.

But following her husband reminder, Maria-san looked over and inspect me closely.

"What are you saying right now…Eh! W-what a vast amount of mana! Wait, Hikimori-kun didn't have a level yet, so how?"

Oh, another effect of my cheat ability is +1000 intelligence. Its no wonder she react like that, but there something I found it weird…. No level?

"Umm.. By the way, Maria-san. What do you mean? Saiko-kun didn't have level yet?"

Yunyun-chan voiced my concerned and appeared a little confused.

Hearing Yunyun query, Maria-san looked a little guilty and said,

"Well actually, I kind a used a skill to appraised the two of you when we first meet--…Wait! Yunyun-chan, Don't worry. Other than your level. I didn't know the rest. I apologized."

Seeing Yunyun getting embarassed, Maria-san hurriedly explained herself and apologized.

I guess appraising someone's status without consent is violation of privacy. After all in the point of view of a girl like Yunyun such things is like peeking their three sizes.

"So Saiko-san really doesn't has level yet? Then, that means…."

"Yeah, He doesn't possess a soul card."

Yunyun and Maria-san looked at me with unbelievable expression.

Yep, a level less guy with a very vast amount of mana  such things is hard to believe.

However looking at their reaction put me in dilemma. Its very hard for me to explain my situation to them and I don't know where to start.

Until…

"Sigh… You guys still didn't get it?"

"Honey, what are you saying…"

"A guy with unusual skill with a unique naming style but doesn't have a soul card which indicates that this person appeared out nowhere."

"Wait, that means…"

"Yeah, there's no doubt about it. This kid…"

Uncle Joe glanced at me and said,

"A Hero Candidates. Am I right, Saiko-kun?"

It's the first time Uncle Joe calling my name which means being a hero candidate really is a big deal for them, huh.

"Ehhhhhhh!"

Yunyun who was listening from the conversation the entire time suddenly made a weird shout.

Nice reaction!

"S-Saiko-san is..!"

With a surprised expression looked at me with her cute round eyes.

I find her reaction amusing so I looked to her funnily.

Yunyun-chan with a red-faced avert her eyes after I stared a her.

Kawaii!

"That's right, summoned by the Goddess with a sole mission that is to defeat the demon king. A hero Candidates."

While she was talking, Maria-san patted the head of Yunyun to calmed her down.

"Amazing… Back then, everyone in the magic academy was dreaming of being invited to a party by a hero candidate, So that means… I.."

After saying that, Yunyun looked at me excitedly with her eyes glowing bright.

"I'm sorry for not telling it to you sooner, Yunyun-chan. It's not like I'm hiding it. Its just I'm still new to this and despite being hero candidate, I'm still a newbie."

"No-no don't apologized, Saiko-san. I'm not angry. More like I'm very honored being invited such amazing person like Saiko-san."

Yunyun-chan hurriedly said while waving her hands.

"What are you saying, Yunyun-chan. You are beautiful, cute and an Archmage for a young age. I'm looking forward being a party member with you."

Yunyun-chan ends up blushing furiously after hearing my compliments.

I find her reaction adorable so I teased her more.

"Ahem! I find it amusing as the two of you flirting each other but it's not time for that. My butt became so numb after lying for a long time. So Saiko-kun do your magic."

Being reminded by Uncle Joe stop us from messing around.

Yunyun pouted and pinch my side from embarrassment.

I only smile to her actions.

Then.

I came to the side of Uncle Joe while everyone is watching.

"Are you ready, Uncle Joe?"

"More than ready."

Receiving his confirmation I took a breath and placed my hand on him.

"[Restore]"

After I utter my chant, a golden light burst out. It's so bright that it envelop the entire room.

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