Lingo Bookverse

  Chapter 26 Investigation begins {TL: By Creed} First, receive the information known at the moment in the guild. The identity of the culprit is unknown. Zero clues. Zero eyewitnesses. Before we knew it, victims were found in a situation where they had been killed. Noises were not heard, and there were no sounds of a struggle. No commonalities among the victims. No other information linking to the culprit. "This is again..." "Searching for the culprit might be like trying to grasp a cloud." In the inn's dining hall, Sofia and I, after organizing information, wore troubled expressions together. "With this little information, it's hard to know where to start... At this point, it almost seems doubtful whether there's really a murderer. If someone said it was the work of a death god, I might believe it." "But the culprit must be there. We absolutely have to catch them." "Yes, you're right. As expected of Fate. I thought you would...

   Chapter 25 Incident {TL: By Creed} While I was able to defeat Fenrir, I still think it was just luck. I acknowledge that my skills are still lacking, and it was probably a fluke. So, I asked Sofia to train me. She seemed exasperated, thinking it was enough for now, but I diligently continued my training. And then, after a week. Feeling somewhat more confident, I decided to resume my adventurer activities. I visited the guild with Sofia, but... "Serial murder case?" We were told an unexpected story. The guild receptionist explained, looking quite troubled. "Do you know about the rumors of a murderer causing a stir in the city recently?" "A murderer? I don't know, but..." I looked at Sofia. "I don't know either. Recently, I've been busy with Fate's training." "Sorry." "I want a different word there." "Thank you?" "Yes, you're welcome." Cough Could you not flirt in front of me? The recep...

  Chapter 24: Jealousy, resentment, and conspiracy {TL: By Creed} Certainly! Here's the passage with the change from "incompetent" to "useless" and the English translation: "Damn it!!!" Sigurd's voice echoed in the corner tavern. He seemed to have already had several drinks, his face was red. His eyes were hazy, unfocused. Yet he continued to drink. "That useless as a hero? Seriously, it's just impossible, right? Hey, it's seriously impossible, isn't it?" "Indeed, it's an unimaginable event... How did this happen? Even the goddess herself wouldn't predict such a thing." Mira and Lector, sitting together, had also consumed a considerable amount of alcohol. Their faces flushed with drunkenness as they complained. The center of their conversation was... Fate. "That worthless, useless slave is a hero? Hah, speak sensibly. There's no way someone like him could be a hero." "But, you know, he supp...

  Chapter 23: The first step to becoming a hero {TL: By Creed} It's unbelievable, but it seems the monster I defeated was a male Fenrir. No way, that can't be true. Are you kidding? That was my initial reaction, but Sofia and Gale, who brought her here, insist that it was indeed a male Fenrir. "When I heard that a male Fenrir appeared, I hurried back... But I never expected Fate to have defeated it. And moreover, without a scratch." "Um... Is this really the Fenrir?" "Yes. Does Fate doubt the words of his childhood friend?" "It's not that, but... it's just hard to believe." For someone like me to defeat Fenrir... "Is Fenrir not such a big deal, by any chance?" "Absolutely not!" Sofia and Gale unanimously deny. "Do you really understand the threat of an S-rank monster, Fate? With enough power, one could easily destroy a town. Even I would need some time to defeat it, and yet to think it's nothing signif...

  Chapter 22 VS Fenrir-like thing {TL: By Creed} "Haa!" Although not an opponent instilling fear, this colossal figure is troublesome. First, I strike a blow to assess the situation. *Clang!* The sword is repelled as if striking an iron mass. "This one... is tough!?" It seems like each hair is made of steel. It's reminiscent of Fenrir's characteristics, but... "But... hmm, it's different." If this were Fenrir, an S-rank monster, it should evoke considerable fear. However, it's not a big deal. No trembling, and I can go about my business as usual. Therefore, it doesn't seem like an S-rank monster. "Well, whatever its true identity is, I need to do something now!" If the real Fenrir appears while I'm fighting this one, it will be quite troublesome. I need to defeat this one as quickly as possible. It's okay. This one isn't scary. So, I should be able to defeat it, even with its huge body. "Gaaah!" The monst...

  Chapter 21: Resisting no matter what is living. {TL: By Creed} It seems that Sail couldn't stay still and went out for reconnaissance. Even though Sofia was supposed to deal with Fenrir, there was a possibility of being attacked by other monsters in the meantime. Fearing that possibility, Sail went out for reconnaissance. ...And it seems that a little away from the fortress, Sail found another Fenrir. Fortunately, he wasn't discovered, and Sail barely made it back to the fortress alive. "Really, another Fenrir? Are you sure it's not a mistake, like confusing it with the one that attacked first?" "No... that was a different individual. The one that attacked first was female, and the one I found was male." "You can tell just by looking?" "Males are larger than females. It was about fifteen meters, so there's no mistaking it." "Where is that male Fenrir now?" "...Slowly, but it's heading toward this fortress....

  Chapter 20: Treatment of the injured {TL: By Creed} To defeat Fenrir, Sofia immediately departed from the fortress. I, left behind, headed to the medical room. Thinking if there was anything I could do, I decided to help with the treatment of the wounded. "Ouch... it hurts, it hurts..." "I'm done for. I can't stay here anymore... damn it, damn it, in a place like this..." "Someone help... No, I don't want to die yet, help me..." The medical room was like a battlefield. All thirty beds were occupied, and even then, there were injured people lying on the floor. It was like a battlefield. Gale and Raxa were seen in the back, seemingly resting. There were lightly injured individuals like him, but they were the minority. The majority were severely wounded. "Ah, ahh!?" Suddenly, a wounded person lying in bed cried out loudly, convulsing. "What's happening!? Hey, what's wrong? Are you okay!?" "Ahh, ahh, ahhhh!!!...

  Chapter 19 Request for relief {TL: By Creed} A man who seemed to be around thirty, likely an adventurer, was being chased by a gigantic monster. It was a colossal turtle-shaped monster, like a mountain. Despite its size, it was surprisingly agile, steadily closing the distance. "That's an A-rank monster, the Grand Turtle!? Why is it here..." "We have to help!" "Yes, of course." If things continued as they were, he would be caught in a matter of minutes. There was no time to hesitate, and no time to call for reinforcements. "Fate, please watch our surroundings!" "Understood!" I didn't say anything. I had never seen a monster like that before, and it looked like a formidable opponent. I might be able to help, but right now, a life was at stake. I wouldn't do anything unnecessary; I needed to choose a method that would definitely save him. If I left it to Sofia, there wouldn't be any problem. She was strong enough to be u...

  Chapter 18 First request {TL: By Creed} "I want your opinion because , it's my first request, you know." After successfully completing the adventurer registration and discovering some surprising facts, I was able to become an adventurer. Despite taking a detour to go on a date... The next day, I decided to try taking on a request. However, being a complete novice adventurer, I didn't know left from right. I have some knowledge thanks to being with Sigurd and the others, but I'm completely clueless about how adventurers should conduct themselves and the effective ways to operate. So, I decided to leave the first request to Sofia. "Um... a slime extermination in the eastern plains?" "Yes. It seems that slimes are appearing in large numbers in the eastern plains. The number is said to exceed a hundred." "That's... quite something." Even if they are the lowest-rank slimes, such a large number poses a considerable threat. It might be...

  Chapter 17 Date {TL: By Creed} Finally, I was able to become an adventurer. My heart is dancing and excited like never before. I decided to take on a request right away and take the first step as an adventurer, making it a memorable moment. ...Or, at least, that's what I thought. "Tomorrow, I have a little errand. Meet me at noon in front of the fountain in the center of the town. Punctuality is crucial, okay?" Sofia told me this, and the adventure was put on hold. It's a bit disappointing, but Sofia's business is more important. What could it be? Maybe a continuation of our training? Or perhaps she wants to teach me the mindset of an adventurer? Curious, I head to the fountain for the meeting. "Um... Oh, there you are. Sofia." "Fate, hello." Sofia's smile was shining as brightly as the midday sun. She seemed very happy and in high spirits, but what could be the reason? "Actually, why meet up? We're staying at the same inn, so we...

  Chapter 16 Adventurer Fate is born {TL: By Creed} "Fate Stuart-san. Thanks to the recommendations from the Guild Master and Sofia Ascart-san, we are now accepting your adventurer registrations. Congratulations." "Congratulations, Fate. I always believed you would pass." Sofia congratulated me with a smile. The receptionist also joined in the celebration. In my hand, I held an adventurer's license card. With this, I could officially become an adventurer. I could hunt monsters, gather materials, and explore uncharted territories... The thought of going on adventures filled me with excitement. I had never felt this way when I was a slave. My body felt light, like it could fly away. My heart was dancing with joy. By the way, Aizen also congratulated me... But it seemed the Guild Master was busy and quickly went somewhere else. After that, it appeared that Sigurd and the others had disappeared... I wanted to follow those adventures who acted as witnesses, but thing...