7 SLEEPER
Guild Master Mulan

My name is Mulan, the former Leader of Party Rank A which contains only girls.

In time we were a party that was quite disinclined. It was a youth filled with pride, we thirsted for praise from people whenever we managed to do a difficult mission.

Various obstacles that can not be called easy have often been passed, even though we have to sacrifice blood and tears even though we pass really. Until in the end we all arrived at the saturation point because of age.

One by one the party members came out, and we began to struggle to lose our prestige.

The name that was once great is now beginning to lose its light.

We started to split. Separate until I finally leave one.

At that time I began to think about the meaning of life and too late realized the meaning of old friends in a struggle.

Families.

They all have their own families and lives with their husbands and children.

Then what about me ? I am old only fruit that falls from a tree and rotts in time.

I've no hope.

There would be no man who would glance at a woman of my age in this world.

Sometimes I get a crazy idea, like if I take an impossible mission and die alone. So even if I die, everyone will re-exalt my name as a dead hero in the line of duty.

But every time I do it. My legs were trembling every time I saw even the weakest of monsters.

I just want to die... I just want to die...

Although I always say that, but actually I'm very afraid to die.

I just want someone to stay with me. I'm actually afraid of being alone. I also want to get married, have a husband and say welcome when he comes home from work.

Say good night and good morning when you see her wake up next to me.

I just want to be loved.

A love I never had since I was a child.

More and more today this body is getting older, and will eventually wrinkle and will not be attractive anymore.

I've resigned to my fate.

Life is reluctant to die do not want. That's a saying that suits me.

Until the end. My wish that I had wanted was fulfilled. A man in love came to deliver a rose to my shabby hut. I could see his burly back go limp from a distance.

Under the heavy rain he kept waiting for me to return from the Dungeon, he shivered in the cold at the door.

He handed over a flower that almost lost half its petal.

He looked sad because he was unable to protect the petals that continued to fall.

For some reason, my heart became sick and sad.

Why ? Why ? Why is it that when someone needs me I can't protect him?

Why did I try to kill myself again that day ?

Why did I go there again today ?

If I hadn't left today, I might have seen this man smile and give the rose completely.

I cursed myself that day.

I cursed myself for being stupid.

I curse myself to all my egos.

I cursed myself who could not protect the smile of the one who expressed his love for me.

To this stupid, despicable me.

I feel guilty.

I feel sorry.

I feel stupid.

I feel pissed.

I cried so much in the rain that night.

The hug from the man was very warm, even in the midst of the heavy rain.

Her soft voice every time she said the word love warmed my long frozen heart.

My hard heart like an ice-sealed door began to melt and open.

I don't know what answer I gave him at the time. All I know is that she keeps thanking me all night until I fall asleep.

One month later we got married.

I felt like I was the happiest woman in the world at the time.

One year later, I was pregnant.

Her happy face was refreshing. I take care of my body and the baby in my womb so that this baby can grow healthy at birth.

I learned to knit and be a good mother. I'll spoil this baby no matter if he's a boy or a girl.

Up to nine months later...

A new family member is born into the world.

Everyone is happy because of their birth.

My husband's brother gave a party because of the birth of his first nephew.

My sister-in-law is happy with her new family. He also pampered our daughter into adulthood.

Sometimes I think my daughter loves her aunt more than her mother.

But it turns out my guess was wrong. My daughter loves me more than all that is good to her. Even though I am a nobody and without treasure he still loves and indulges himself in my arms.

I am the happiest mother in the world.

That's a short story about me.

Now let's go to the present.

One month ago, came a report to the guild.

A group of monsters took to the streets and attacked the passing merchants and peasants.

I opened a mission and hoped that adventurers would be able to repel those monsters.

However, after a week. The mission was still on board and no one touched it.

I'm trying to raise the price of the prize.

But the adventurers were getting more and more frightened every time they saw him.

I was getting desperate, and out of ideas.

Until one day. Three young men and sweet girls came to our guild, They looked fresh and excited.

I look back on my Jaya days with friends when they were their age.

Take all the missions that others do not touch and do everything in their power to complete them and go home with memories.

Sometimes when I'm alone I always remember those good times.

" Please this one "

They take on missions that no one else touches.

I thought to myself, is it okay to leave it to them?

From the beginning I myself asked for the completion of this mission. But what if they fail and end their lives? I'm the same as killing them.

I saw their adventurer cards, they were Rank A just like me back then.

Without thinking I took it.

But I still feel anxious. That's why I sent my subordinates and his party to watch over the young man earlier.

I anxiously wait at this counter.

In my heart I always pray for their salvation.

But in the afternoon they returned with sacks on their backs.

I'm grateful they're okay.

" Please in the process, we bring evidence of conquest "

Uh, what ? Conquest ? That fast ? Did they not do the mission but buy materials ?

I'm disappointed, I don't think they're noble kids playing heroic heroes.

Even so I still have to take care of their luggage, let's just interrogate them after this is over.

I took them to the demolition warehouse because I was so curious.

I checked the condition of Coyote's body.

How surprised I was to see the Coyote's corpse that was still intact and fresh.

They are stronger than our party in the past. Who exactly are they, I would love to keep them in our guild.

They even completed missions for less than a day. Judging from the time they went and came back, I was very sure if they were buying materials on the market, he said, but in view of the wounds received by the hunted, there is no one in this city who is able to make neat wounds. Plus, the hunting conditions are still fresh.

Therefore for a while I gave a high price for every corpse they brought.

They came home with happy smiles.

In the morning, I waited for them to come back tomorrow until tomorrow they did not come.

Until when the party I sent came to report.

" You're late "

" What's late, it's been as fast as we can "Defend the 1st envoy who served as party chairman.

" Where then ?"

" Nothing.. Missing "

" What doesn't exist ? What's missing?"

" Monster!, Coyote  ! All of it's gone. Up to the nest they were empty" complained the party leader I sent.

" Eh?, don't joke! Who can destroy them all ? Is that another group of monsters ?"

" No, there's no sign of war around"

" We also did not find the three young men, forgive us. "

" Oh, they came home safely that afternoon, they also brought 10 Coyotes in good condition." I am proud of our new members.

" Fiuh..thankfully "The party leader felt relieved but not with the girl from his party.

" Wait a minute master "Cut the girl.

" What's up ?"

" If you don't hear me wrong, you're saying they're back in the afternoon?"

" Right, they came home unharmed "I again boast of them.

" It must be them "

" Eh, you mean. Your feelings when you see them at first glance ?" Ask the party leader to make sure.

" Yes, I have no more doubts, especially after hearing the master's words. Their time and location match the time when we cross paths "

" What do you mean?"

" Master, do you have any idea how long it will take just to get to the location?"

" A half day on horseback and a day on the road.. Legs.." My words faltered when I realized this important thing. I've been too focused on the three of them cheating by buying hunting materials for proof of their conquest.

" I also found the same shoe tracks leading to the city and the location, if what you saw was true they were, it can be ascertained that they are the ones who contributed to this conquering mission. Master, if they come back again make sure to make them tell the truth and buy all those corpses at a great price" the party chairman added.

" Sadly they were no longer visible since that afternoon "I was a little sad not to be able to see their refreshing face.

" Have they left this town?"

" No, the guards hadn't seen them in days either"

" How does the house stay ?"

" I find it hard to bag all their identities "

" Wait especially ?"

" It's not that easy, I'm waiting for them here because only here the laws of the land don't apply."

" Do you mean master?"

" I mean, they're not just anyone. They are friends of the princess's friends"

" Ugh, it would be very difficult to extract information from them"

" Then, what about giving them a decoy?"

" Bait?" Let's hear it...

Blablbla

" It seems like a good idea"

*****

That's why we arranged it carefully.

From the informant I can find out the latest updates of each movement.

This week he will be empty for the next 3 days, and during the weekend break they will take missions in the guild to fulfill their quota as adventurers.

I waited quietly, I purposely emptied out one special counter for today.

And sure enough, they came and took the bait. Yet he came alone this time, no matter this was still in the plans.

First eliminate the demand regarding the mission of conquest of other monsters of the Dog Race.

Pique her interest by putting up a lot of Rank A posters to stimulate her memory.

And provide a special poster.

Old posters that originally did not peg the number, now change with new posters by pegging the number.

And it's true. The young man came to the counter and looked for the Coyote's hunting mission.

Withholding information about Coyotes that have been destroyed, it turns out to make them off guard.

And as planned, I gave him a special mission. Conquest of 10 Coyotes, with a prize of 2 small gold coins never tailed.

I agreed to that request.

Then the young man came out of the guild and I asked everyone who was able to move quickly to keep an eye on his movements.

In the afternoon, the young man came to the guild without bringing anything in his hands.

Behind him the messengers provide information with code code that is only known to some circles.

" no.. Exit... Towns..."

Uh, so it's true. This man did not come out of the city at all, it was likely that all the corpses were inside the space magic he had. That's the only clue.

I herded her to the demolition table.

And he so cleverly almost outwitted the foresight of my eyes. The way she manipulated space magic and disguised her with the s.p.a.ce pouch was shrewd and without gaps.

10 Coyote bodies. Accurate and meet quota. We checked at a glance, their marks and manner of death were the same and not much different from the condition of the monsters months ago.

The culprit is this guy. The man responsible for the destruction of a flock of Coyotes, I'll match all the info from him. Unfortunately, they did not come in three.

But it's okay I've sent messengers to pick up his two friends.

Now, let's first try his abilities as a Ranker.

I tried to pounce on him but he reacted first rather than the movement of my hand.

Is it just my feeling ?

Try it again !!  this time I sent a sign to my subordinates, We will attack the three of them simultaneously.

And again he always reacts first from my gripping movements that I am very proud of.

He was even able to hold me with his feet, at the same time as the two attackers tried to slash at him many times.

This young man was unmistakably very strong, there was no way a great person seemed to cheat by buying expensive corpses with good conditions. All the reactions of this young man and the manipulation from his space magic activation that almost outwitted my eyes, were all so beautiful.

This young man indeed deserves a special title.I've prepared everything.

" Slaughter?!, me ?"

This young man still looks innocent, I think this guy is a smart kid, but I was wrong. He still thought this was all a joke, without the slightest suspicion that this was a test.

I even had to explain everything to a small detail.

" I confess "

Ou, looks like he's a good kid.

He's not even good at lying.

I've guessed it from his friend a Princess.

The young man had even without hesitation displayed an interesting spectacle. Hundreds of bodies with fresh conditions began to pile up high.

" I'll buy all of them !"

Be happy, young miracle. Soon your name will rise soaring, everyone will glorify your name.

Why is he not excited at all ?

Ah I know, judging them all will take a long time, hm... But let's wait a minute.

Any minute....

No. gabe...

This time, really soon....

Two of his friends came without knowing anything and were stuck sitting on the floor together.Why should it be on the ?

" I still have more "

" Right, I bought everything "

They are good kids, happy to do business with you.

******

The assessment turned out to eat a lot more time than expected.

They also looked tired, should they just go home first and come back tomorrow morning.

Besides, if I tell you right now, it's too late.

Today is that tomorrow.

Assessment is also completed.

Now it's time for their gift, I hope they'll be happy with my special gift.

I brought them into my room, but this naughty man with a sweet face didn't seem to be fit. His face doesn't look okay.

" Isn't it too presumptuous for a receptionist to go this far ?"

Receptionist ? Ah, I forgot I'm still wearing this uniform.

" I'm sorry to introduce myself so late, I'm Mulan, Guild Master."

" Izumi, can I kill him ?"

Eh!!!? Why why why ? What did I do until he got this angry ?

My body trembled with just a look at him, spooky !!

" Can't, "

" What am I wrong ?"

" Listen, I don't care if you're a Guild Master or not, whether you're a man or a woman. I don't care !! Listen.. !!"

" Rion-san, why don't you just wait downstairs?"

My body screamed in fear, her face scary, but still sweet and seductive.

Actually what caused this young man to be angry at me, what am I wrong?

But I'm calm, on the other hand it's a pity that the sweet naughty face is gone.

*******

" Masters. Can I ask you something ?"

" Please!!"

" What happened to your right eye?"

" Eyes ?!"

Ahhhh!!!

I forgot to delete it !! The boy always looks angry.

Hix...

The eyes of this curse.

I didn't realize my right eye was active. No wonder the boy looked angry, surely the boy had seen the illusion of me challenging him.

There's no other way, no need to close the lid, I'm telling you, everybody.

*****

" So, yeah, just calm down. Leave everything to me. "

" Do you believe my story ?"

" Of course not completely, I'm just wondering what caused Rion to get so angry, it's not unusual for me to see him so"

I was once worried if later if the young man was after my life.

I've stepped on the tail of a sleeping lion like him. I'll be careful from now on.

Putting that aside, our discussion continued smoothly.

As the party leader, this young man would be ready to help and contribute to this guild in his spare time if there were no urgent matters.

Yeah, it doesn't matter. They were still students, nor did the guild have the right to force them. But instead on weekends they will take missions that people rarely take, as proof of their devotion.

That's all I've felt lucky that they were on our side.

The discussion ended with the Receipt of the Degree and their commission.

" Not Bad "

The comments of their party leader, Izumi san made me happy. I thought about that name for 3 days until I had trouble sleeping.

" Rion san ya"

I heard he used to play with the kids in this district. And I heard that he's very popular in the district because of his hospitality.

" Huh... "

I'mtired.

Will that sweet smile also show him later if we make peace ?