Chapter 49

# 49

Reincarnation User Manual Chapter 49

Power (2)

One side has become a guild officer, while the other side is in a paradoxical situation, hoping that the guild and clan will come looking for them.

To be honest, I don't feel too bad.

It felt like I was telling them that my choice wasn't wrong.

Looking around slightly, I saw the people from the shelter, including Lee Ji-hye.

They don't look too bad.

Considering the intense training they've been through, their health seems to be in good condition.

After all, they are goods to be sold in the market, so the Blue Guild must have managed them quite diligently.

Ironically, their nutritional state even seems better than mine or Jung Hae-yeon's.

It also seems that they have somewhat accepted the reality, compared to when they couldn't adapt at first.

Though it's hard to believe, they are truly realizing that they have come to this world.

“Uh...”

Apart from the people in the shelter, there are quite a few survivors I don't recognize.

It didn't take long to scan them with my mind's eye.

Magic talent: rare and above, hero and below, hero and above.

They don't stand out easily.

There were a few rare and above, but they probably aren't the ones Cha Hee-ra wants.

Still, it's natural to check those with not-so-bad talents.

Even if they are judged to be the same level, it's a good idea to separate the above from the below.

“I think it will be a bit of a new experience.”

“Yes.”

Not only the trainees' expressions but also this instructor's attitude makes me feel quite good.

It's clear that they think it's advantageous to make a good impression.

These are the misfits who don't fit into any of the seven parties operated by the Blue Guild.

They probably think that if they make a good impression here, they can join the new party being set up.

Joining a party that the Blue Guild officially supports means more than just a higher salary.

It means various benefits and the opportunity to grow with the guild's support.

This instructor, for instance, must have entered as a regular guild member and tried to join a party within the guild but was not chosen anywhere.

They probably ended up doing odd jobs for the guild and ended up here.

In fact, the Blue Guild only invests in those who show potential for growth.

Some might think they can't advance because they don't get investment, but if they had outstanding talent, they would have been taken by any party.

Looking at the instructor with my mind's eye, I could see that their growth potential was clearly limited.

‘Their stats are... overall low.’

“Hahaha.”

“I haven't been here long, but... I'm curious about how the training here is conducted.”

“Yes, I'll explain it to you in detail. In fact, you can think of it as receiving the most basic training.”

“Hmm.”

“The primary goal is to get the people here a job, but in reality, only a few actually get jobs and leave. Those who get jobs without combat training are very rare, and such cases usually involve those with talent.”

Like Jung Hae-yeon.

“I see.”

“Those who survived without any combat experience find it hard to find their calling, so they receive various types of training. For example, they check if someone can sense magic, and if not, they often end up in melee roles. Anyway, trainees learn many things besides that, such as basic combat techniques, currency units, and those who are judged to be unable to fight receive non-combat job training.”

“Non-combat job training...”

“For example, cleaning, cooking, and other miscellaneous tasks. Some get jobs in restaurants or blacksmiths run by imperial citizens, and some players use their special skills from Earth to work in service jobs like hair salons.”

“Oh...”

“Those who start businesses with the guild's investment generally get good responses. For instance, Cha Hee-ra of the Red Mercenary Guild has a hair designer in the guild.”

“Oh, I see. I know that.”

Of course, it's the first time I've heard it.

It seems she cares more about her appearance than I thought.

It's natural for a woman, but for some reason, I can't imagine Cha Hee-ra getting a treatment.

“So, for those who end up in non-combat roles...”

“Generally, we respect their choices, but the training camp doesn't particularly recommend it. The results are not good when they are pushed into the continent without any foundation. We provide some gold, but it's not enough to settle down. Most want to be contacted by guilds or clans. Being in danger is the same wherever you go, but humans want to belong to something in such situations.”

“Hmm... I see.”

“Yes. Most want to join medium or large guilds, but... established guilds are reluctant to invest in new members. They want new members who are not new, so to speak, like Yi Gi-young and others.”

I've heard this before.

‘New members who are not new or experienced new members.’

“What about small to medium clans?”

“I don't know how to put it, but the situation is even worse for small to medium clans. Most of those who don't get contacted by large or medium guilds will probably join small to medium clans, but the survival rate of new members in these clans is not high.”

“Interesting. Is there a specific reason?”

“First, they lack the resources, so they often go on dangerous expeditions. Each guild is different, but just like there are black companies on Earth, there are many such clans here. Accidents are common when they take on too many outsourced jobs from large guilds. More and more clan masters exploit members to achieve results and ignore safety... Most die without even basic insurance or proper pay.”

“I understand.”

I don't need to hear more.

I can see how this continent operates.

The background is different, but it feels like a perfect miniature of modern society.

Large guilds are everyone's dream, while small to medium clans overwork their members.

There's probably a salary difference as well.

The established powers have successfully created a hellish environment for new members.

What was interesting was that the ratio of people going into production or service jobs wasn't low.

It might be an inevitable choice, but I think it's necessary to check non-combat personnel as well.

There might be people who are selling bread leisurely without realizing their talent.

“Besides, we also have training sessions on general knowledge about the continent, such as guild relations, the relationship between the Holy Empire, the Republic, and the Kingdom Alliance, and their history.”

“We haven't learned much about that yet.”

“In your case, the guild will provide training. The same goes for the trainees. If any of the remaining members join other guilds or clans, they will receive separate training. You can think of it as the beginning. Guilds have separate training periods to shape new members to their liking.”

“Ah, I see.”

“The Blue Guild is relatively free, but other guilds are more strict.”

“I see. Thank you for the information.”

“No, I'm glad I could help.”

I lightly tapped his shoulder.

It might seem a bit arrogant, but his mouth opened naturally.

“I'll repay you for today's talk later.”

“No, that's not necessary...”

“No, really, thank you.”

I know these backstories well, having lived through them.

Turning my gaze from the instructor, who was smiling openly, I saw Lee Ji-hye looking at me with a strange expression.

‘Should I take her?’

Of course, it doesn't mean I'll accept her as a party member.

I'll be extremely busy for a while.

I need to make a list for Cha Hee-ra and find the necessary members for Kim Hyun-sung's party.

They need time to be trained by the Blue Guild and to get involved in administrative work.

Not only that.

‘Dungeon exploration, potion making.’

We need items for Kim Hyun-sung's dungeon strategy and products to sell in the Holy Continent.

With the amount of work, even ten bodies would be insufficient.

I definitely need a team member to help with the work.

She seems to be smart enough to handle basic tasks.

“Hmm...”

“Is there something you need?”

“No, not really.”

As I was looking around again, familiar faces started entering the training camp.

‘Lee Sang-hee.’

And Kim Hyun-sung.

The old man, Lee Seol-ho, who I can't stand, is nowhere to be seen.

He's probably resting his old body after being put on probation.

A few administrative team leaders caught my eye, and I nodded slightly, and they bowed slightly in return.

We are of the same rank, so it's a natural reaction.

Of course, the instructor I was talking to and the waiting guild members are hurriedly bowing.

Lee Sang-hee, who was greeting each guild member, approached me and spoke.

“You're here early.”

“Yes, Lee Sang-hee.”

“I've also told Hyun-sung. If you need any members, you have permission to recruit. After checking if the guild can help, we will do our best to assist you.”

“Thank you.”

I saw Lee Sang-hee smiling quietly.

‘I'll work hard.’

Unlike being drained by abnormal people, being with Lee Sang-hee is quite reassuring.

It's not something I should say to a woman in her thirties, but she gives me a motherly feeling.

She makes me feel very comfortable.

“I'm very grateful for your hard work.”

“No, I'm the one who should be grateful.”

After a slight bow, I found a spot and saw the trainees' tense faces.

They are probably thinking about whether they might receive an offer.

After all, the current power players of the Blue Guild are right in front of them.

There was no grand ceremony.

I didn't expect a salute to the flag, but the graduation ceremony was surprisingly simple.

The deputy guild master of the Blue Guild quietly stepped onto the podium and spoke.

“You've all worked hard. You were brought here without knowing why and have endured a difficult time, but you've all done well in this short period.”

“...”

“I'm sorry that we can't provide more training until you settle in the continent due to various circumstances. Soon, you will leave here and head to the Benigore Holy Empire. After today, some of you might be contacted by guilds or clans. Some might form clans with like-minded people.”

“...”

“Some might integrate into the Holy Empire in non-combat roles. Each of you will have different ways of living, but I have one thing to say to you all.”

The atmosphere in the hall became strangely quiet.

“Survive.”

It felt like he was talking to me as well.

“Our Blue Guild is located in the western region of the free city of Lindel. We are always ready to support you.”

After a brief bow, he immediately left, which was quite surprising.

‘Not a single one...’

The Blue Guild has no intention of recruiting any of the people here.

Other guilds are probably in the same situation.

They have judged that these survivors are not worth the investment of funds and resources to grow.

‘It's too cruel...’

This place, like others, is a place where relationships are strictly based on interests.