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I secure my staff on my back, ensuring it's firmly in place, before stepping outside into the crisp air. With a deep breath, I prepare to contact my best friend, Aoi, hoping he'll have the answers I seek.
(On the phone) [ Aoi ] "Hello?"
(On the phone) [ Y/n ] "Did you hack the system and figure out where the Hunter Exam at?"
(On the phone) [ Aoi ] "Oh yeah, the exam site is at Zaban city!"
(On the phone) [ Y/n ] "And where at in Zaban City?"
(On the phone) [ Aoi ] "The venue is a small restaurant, but you have to provide a password in order to access the exam site."
(On the phone) [ Y/n ] "The password?"
(On the phone) [ Aoi ] "When they inquire what you are having after you ask if the backroom is available, respond, "The streak combo, please, the one that'll make me see the light."
(On the phone) [ Y/n ] "I might be able to manipulate them, but it's too early to use my abilities."
(On the phone) [ Aoi ] "Let me finish by saying that when they ask how you want it cooked, you should simply reply, "Grilled slowly over a low flame till done."
(On the phone) [ Y/n ] "That's it?"
(On the phone) [ Aoi ] "Yes, good luck with the Exam!"
(On the phone) [ Y/n ] "Thank you, Aoi, talk to you later!"
After hanging up, I teleported to Zaban City in a flash. As I stepped forward, I noticed several people staring, their hushed whispers reaching my ears.
"Isn't that Y/N?" "What's she doing here?" "She's so attractive...but dangerous."
I smirked slightly, unfazed by their words and continued on my way.
[ Y/n ] "Hey, do you all know where I can find a restaurant at?"
[ ??? ] "Just keep going and you'll come to a tiny eatery next to a large structure!"
[ Y/n ] "Thank you"
I arrived at the restaurant beside the towering structure and stepped inside. My eyes swept the room slowly, taking in every detail as I ensured everything was safe before proceeding further.
[ Y/n ] "Uhmm..is the backroom available?"
[ Cooker ] "Who's asking?"
[ Y/n ] "Me, of course"
The cook lifted his head, and for a brief moment, his eyes widened in surprise. It was as if he hadn't expected to see me.
[ Cooker ] "Oh uh...Miss Y/n. What are you having?"
[ Y/n ] "The streak combo, the one that'll make me see the lights"
The cooker gulped, and I smirked at him.
[ Cooker ] "How do you want it to cook?"
[ Y/n ] "Why do you feel so anxious? I'm just like the rest of the customers, I'd like to be grilled slowly over a flame until done."
[ Cooker ] "Okay, right this way..."
I flashed a grin as he led me into a small, enclosed space. His movements were careful, yet deliberate.
[ Cooker ] "Wait here"
He closed the door, leaving behind me in the room.
[ Y/n ] "What should I do, I wonder? I can arrange my cards, I guess."
For a few minutes, I focused on stacking the cards, each one carefully placed. Suddenly, the small room began to shift, its movement barely noticeable at first, but enough to make me pause and take notice.
[ Y/n ] "So, this is an elevator. I shall wait then"
I kept piling the cards on top of each other, one by one.
[ Y/n ] "Yes, I finished!"
I clapped without restraint, enjoying the moment, until the elevator suddenly came to a halt. The abrupt stop caused the carefully stacked cards to tumble and collapse, scattering in all directions.
[ Y/n ] "Damn it!"
My cards vanished, and the door slide open with a soft click.
[ Y/n ] "It looks like no one made it yet; I guess I came a bit too early."
[ Bean ] "Hello, please take your number badge. Thank you!"
I sighed and grabbed my badge.
[ Bean ] "Be sure to wear this on your chest at all times, please!"
He walked off.
[ Y/n thoughts ] "I guess I have to wait for the other applicants."
