Scale of Reality

Advanced Trainees: Part 3

Muji POV

"Sometimes when you're on a hunt, you run out of provisions! So today, we're going to be heading into a forest a bit of distance away from here and you all will be responsible for bringing me food. You'll split into groups of three, and I'll be in one of the groups of course. Whoever's in my group better work hard though because I'm not helping."

Everyone seemingly began to hope that they weren't in Ms Shinmon's group. However I really didn't care, I knew that I could find food and remove all ill toxins with my affinity.

I was pretty much secured.

After the carriage traveled for a while, it came to a stop and everyone got out. It was a forest I was unfamiliar with, I'm sure everyone else was as well.

"Now, I'll announce the groups!"

The groups went as followed,

Jax, Zeke, and Ray were group one. I had a feeling they would have a bit of trouble due to Jax, but he didn't despise those guys so it should be fine.

Lapis, Xander, and Mari were group two. I felt a bit sorry for Mari, Lapis was always asleep and Xander was pretty much a wall. Almost no conversation would be made.

Group three was Vas, Adjest, and Iris. That group seemed pretty solid, I didn't have much thoughts about it.

Group four included Ms Shinmon, Lacas, and Mya. Every time I turn around Mya's being paired with Ms Shinmon.

Group five, Mateo, Chris, and Shanna. To say I felt bad for Shanna was an understatement. That group is a walking migraine.

Lastly, my group mates were Sky and Fei. I've spoken with Sky a few times but never Fei. I wondered what she was like.

"Alright then, everyone get with your group and head out!"

I looked around a bit before feeling someone jump on my back.

"Heya Muji!"

I stiffened up but maintained my ground.

"Fei?"

"Yup! That's me~!"

She smiled and jumped down.

"I'm glad to see you're friendly, but a little personal space please."

"Noted! Where's Sky?"

"I-I'm right here..."

Fei jumped a bit as I looked to my left, Sky was indeed standing there. I had felt her walk over but with all the commotion from Fei I forgot she was there.

"Ms Shinmon! We'll be heading out!"

"Bring back some good food!"

I nodded and walked off, Sky sticking close to me and Fei walking a bit ahead of us humming.

"So! How are you guys today?"

I hummed.

"I'm alright."

Sky nodded.

"I'm great myself! Muji, you're a commoner right?"

I nodded.

"Yeah, never really cared too much though."

"Wow, so even commoners are cool sometimes. Back at my land all the commoners are super weak, and major push overs too! What about you Sky?"

Sky grabbed my arms sleeve and pulled it a bit. I recognized what this gesture meant from back when Karin needed me to lend her an ear.

I leaned down as she began to whisper in my ear. I nodded and turned back to Fei.