An Old Grudge

The next morning—

At a time when a thin haze still lingered over the city.

The cobblestones glimmered faintly with night dew, and the plaza was already filled with the footsteps of adventurers starting their day.

Now five with Lisa’s addition, we, the 'Scales of the Oath,' headed straight for the dungeon.

"Which floor are we doing today?"

Elena, who was walking at the front, looked back.

"Let’s go to the ninth floor. With Lisa along, we’ll earn more on a floor with a higher monster density, even if it’s farther away."

I answered at once. If we could fill those three crates, even the round trip to the ninth floor would be worth it.

"Leave it to me! I can carry as much as you want!"

Lisa’s face brightened, and she puffed out her chest...