Roaring Heroes Battle the Overlord (Ainz)

Chapter 36: Do You Feel Guilty?

Thanks to Stella's quick intervention, the bleeding holes in Sean's shoulder were sealed, and his shattered scapula and arm were saved.

After the Iron Fist Maid and Insect Maid retreated, Barrett and Stella hired an express carriage to rush Sean to the city's finest hospital.

If Sean's arm had been ruined, his life as an archer would've lost all meaning. Fortunately, a healer skilled in both medicine and Divine Magic tended to him, so he'd likely recover fully without lingering issues.

In the adventurer's hall, EeDechi stood alone at the counter, there to collect the remaining half of the reward for their completed quest.

Normally, Barrett would be glued to her side during these coin-counting moments, making sure their out-of-town captain didn't get swindled. But today, Barrett chose to visit Sean at the local clinic, seemingly giving her the cold shoulder.

It was nearing noon, and the adventurer's hall was nearly deserted. The receptionist was nowhere in sight, probably off grabbing lunch.

EeDechi paced back and forth, irritation bubbling up. She tapped her fingers rhythmically on the oak counter, unsure if her frustration stemmed from the missing receptionist or something else entirely.

"Honored lady, what's got you so worked up? You're about to drum a hole through the counter," a calm, soothing voice said from behind, instantly easing her temper.

EeDechi turned to see the quest's client—the refined old gentleman. Still dressed in his dignified black tailcoat, he approached with light steps, his face all courtesy, extending an arm for a handshake.

EeDechi shook his hand, her tone sharp. "This quest you posted was a hell of a lot more trouble than we bargained for!"

EeDechi glared at the number hovering above the old gentleman's head—Justice Value: 300. Her voice carried a hint of resentment. "You knew something, didn't you? And you didn't tell us!"

The old gentleman, Sebas Tian, made an apologetic gesture, his tone gentle. "I didn't foresee this quest turning into such a brutal fight. Your battle with those monsters nearly leveled the entire manor. The enemies you faced must've been formidable. By the way, how's the archer doing? He didn't look too good."

EeDechi met Sebas's kind eyes, catching a flicker of genuine concern. She nodded. "Our cleric got to him in time. He's... probably fine now." Her voice wavered with uncertainty.

"Good to hear. I really don't like seeing anyone get hurt because of us," Sebas said, pulling a silver, diamond-encrusted pendant from his coat's outer pocket.

The pendant rested in his broad palm, its delicate diamonds sparkling like stars, intricate engravings catching the light with dazzling brilliance.

"What's this for?" EeDechi asked, puzzled.

Sebas handed her the silver pendant. "I didn't have to come here—the reward was already paid to the Adventurer's Guild for distribution. But as you said, this quest was far tougher than expected. So, I'd like you to have this as a token of our gratitude. This pendant is a cherished family heirloom, enchanted by a great wizard with powerful, permanent magic. It protects its wearer and brings good fortune."

EeDechi almost refused. Deep down, she knew nothing could shield her except her own strength.

EeDechi thought like Barrett for a moment—adventurers never let any wealth slip through their fingers, not even a single copper coin trampled into the muddy road by a carriage. So, she pocketed the silver pendant and muttered a quick thanks to the old gentleman.

Sebas waved off her gratitude. "No need for that. It's the least I could do." He gave EeDechi a slight bow. "Well, lady, if there's nothing else, I'll take my leave."