I'm not worthy, then I should quit

"Hey! I'm talking to you. Didn't you hear me?"

"Tell me, I'm listening."

A tavern under the starry night sky of Eofol.

Across the round table sat a pretty girl.

The slender legs under the skirt are covered with pure white stockings with a bow, and she takes off her armour, which should be the most beautiful among female adventurers.

Her name is Shia, and she is an adventurer of -Moon bloom Adventure Group-.

It would be nice to join her team.

This should be the thought in everyone who has seen her.

Lyle once thought so too.

But after joining her adventurer team as a [Scholar], until now, Lyle has never thought about it again.

Shia put the glass heavily on the table: "Are you really listening to me! I said, the -Crystal Tears adventure group- has descended to the forty-fifth floor today!"

"If..." (Lyle)

Lyle thought for a while: "If we can't go down for now, just practice hard on the forty-fourth floor."

"But our level equipment is about the same." (Shia)

An irritable expression appeared on the girl's cheeks: "Others say I'm not as good as them! They were also stuck on the forty-fourth floor a few days ago!"

Lyle shook his head: "The level is similar, but it does not mean that the combat effectiveness of the entire team is similar."

Shia hugged her chest, pointed her toes at the ground, and sneered: "Their new scholar is a talented student from the academy. Do you know that he originally wanted to join my group!"

Lyle smiled.

She didn't say anything after that.

But it was obvious.

The other Moon Bloom group members probably think so, right?

The adventurer Shia with royal blood, the goddess temple priest, and the magic forest mage.

I am a commoner scholar, really a high-ranking.

Every time he entered the dungeon and failed for various reasons, this "noble adventurer" would blame himself.

The internal instability of the squad is indeed fatal.

But it's obvious that they don't obey orders?

"As a [Scholar], your talent is not good enough, so please work hard for me." (Shia)

Work hard...Lyle fell into memory.

To lead them down to deeper layers.

After returning from the dungeon, Lyle spent all night in the library.

In addition to querying the expedition's route, it is also necessary to record the locations of various treasures, herbs, and crystals, including how to kill monsters most quickly and appropriately.

The others often soak in hot springs or attend banquets at that time.

As for talent... is it because I don't have a noble background, my skill is not improving for her?

"And our adventure group is all women. Do you know how much pressure I have been under for letting you stay inside! You still don't know how to control yourself!"

Speaking of this, Lyle felt even more disgusted.

He had no idea about it.

As an adventurer, I want to see what the depths of this dungeon look like.

Shia always guarded herself like a thief.

Even if it is for the friendship as teammates, I deliver her breakfast.

He will immediately get questioned, "Do you like this Miss?" "Don't come into my room!" "It's enough for you to be a good scholar at ease!"

Ah... this is hell...

Lyle felt a little out of breath.

Facing her domineering gaze, he tried to ask: "Have you ever considered that maybe it's the other people in the team, or yourself, who has the problem?"

"Huh?! Lyle, it's this Miss's kindness that gives you chances again and again!"

Lyle didn't quite understand.

Why does she always say something like this?

Do you feel like you are giving yourself a reward?

"Do you know! I can kick you out anytime, anywhere and replace you with a better scholar!"

Lyle showed the same peaceful smile as usual: "That's right."

Well, there is no help.

Speaking of which, Shia has always been like this.

She is proud of her parentage and her strength as an adventurer and is unwilling to accept failure.

"Go to the dungeon tomorrow. You bring me the real thing!"

Shia stepped on his instep with her white silk foot: "Otherwise, I will drive you out!"

Lyle smiled: "Shia, I really don't like you. I think it's better to explain this matter clearly."

"What did you say?" (Shia)

Shia gradually opened her eyes wide, and a trace of confusion appeared in her pupils.

"I mean, I quit."

Lyle nodded: "You will meet better scholars. I am indeed not worthy of your adventure group."

As his words fell, time seemed to have come to a standstill.

Shia's face turned pale as if she couldn't believe it was Lyle's words. After digesting for a long time, she finally became angry and slapped the table hard.

"Say it to me again!"

"I've thought about it for a long time. The Moon Bloom is famous now."

Lyle buttoned up his shirt and then stood up with a relaxed face: "I, as a commoner, should really not be able to climb high, and you will not listen to the command of a commoner."

"Please tell the others. Of course, it's okay if you don't tell them. Anyway, I won't return to the team in the future."

"You don't need to give me today's income, just treat it as paying for meals."

I originally thought there would be emotions like sadness, anger, or hysteria in my heart.

But after I really said it, except for a little bit of regret, there is nothing else.

When everyone first formed the adventure group, the atmosphere was much better than it is now.

Until the fame grows bigger and bigger.

Gradually it changed.

People will change.

"Lyle! Stop for me!"

When Lyle pushed open the glass door, Shia stopped him from behind.

After so many years of friendship, in exchange for a sentence of retention, it would be considered a return.

In the end, Shia said with a cold face: "Have you really made up your mind? Quit my adventure group, and no one else will want you!"

Lyle turned his head: "Why?"

Shia said every word: "Because others will think you were kicked out by Moon Bloom!"

Yes, many people say that Moon Bloom should have a better scholar.

That way, they could join the Eofol Mythical Adventure Party.

Lyle said, "You can explain to them for me."

Shia stared at him firmly and slowly but firmly shook her head after a while.

This made Lyle wholly disappointed in her.

After tightening his clothes, he left the restaurant.

Walking is very simple but also very carefree.

Shia behind him, what expression will she have?

Desperate? Or is it gnashing of teeth? Ha ha...

He stopped and looked up at the beautiful and stunning night sky of Eofol.

Lyall suddenly felt relieved.

This is freedom.