Chapter 69

"Yatta~! Job change~!"

As a result of our hard battle against the Wyvern, everyone became eligible for a job change. I'm level 41, Tarte is 43, Titia is 40, Kent and Cocoa are 44. Reo is still 47, so we can form a party with everyone.

...I've been making Reo a meat wall for a long time, so I'll give him a good item if I find one.

"I didn't expect our levels to rise so quickly... No, I shouldn't think about it. Let's just be happy."

Kent said this with a face like he had reached enlightenment and looked at me, asking, "What do we do next?"

"Before the job change, let's first make the 'Adventurer's Bracelet.' We'll gather the materials individually and go to Grandma Lumina in Tizel... but we should check on the situation in Tizel first."

"Most likely, Rodney's people are searching for Lady Titia."

"Yeah..."

Umm...

The 'Adventurer's Bracelet' can only be made in major cities like the capital of each country. The closest one from here is the 'Holy City Tizel.' The next closest is either 'Peach Paradise' or 'Capital Bloom,' but to get to 'Peach Paradise,' we need to go through a high-difficulty dungeon, and 'Capital Bloom' is not a good idea right now because I've been exiled.

"Let's have Kent and Cocoa's bracelets made first. At that time, I'll ask Grandma Lumina if we can bring Titia and Reo at night. I think it's better than going during the day."

When I suggested this, everyone nodded in agreement.

***

Titia, Reo, Mimosa, and Blitz stayed in Snowtia, while Tarte, Kent, Cocoa, and I came to Tizel. Since we're also gathering information, I'm more nervous than usual. After making the 'Adventurer's Bracelet,' we plan to visit the 'Flordia Cathedral.'

I knocked on Grandma Lumina's door with some cookies as a gift. She came out with a smile.

"Oh, Sharon! Welcome!"

"It's been a while. I came to ask for bracelets for these two."

"I'm Kent! Nice to meet you!!"

"I'm Cocoa. Nice to meet you."

Kent and Cocoa, who were nervous, bowed deeply. They seemed quite excited about getting the bracelets.

"Of course. Come in, sit down. I'll make some tea."

"Thank you."

"Thank you, nya."

While we were having tea, Grandma Lumina made the 'Adventurer's Bracelet' with her usual skill.

"Here are your 'Adventurer's Bracelets.'"

"Thank you!!"

Kent and Cocoa took the bracelets with sparkling eyes, as if they were treasures. When they put them on, Tarte said, "I'll explain how to use them, nya," and explained along with Grandma Lumina. My disciple is very considerate and competent!

"Wow, I've heard about it, but it's really amazing..."

"Unbelievable, all my stuff fits in..."

"I was also surprised at first, nya."

Tarte agreed with their amazement, saying, "I understand, nya." Grandma Lumina also nodded, looking pleased with them.

--- Now, this is the main topic.

"Actually, I have a favor to ask."

"Hmm? What's wrong?"

"...I have friends who need 'Adventurer's Bracelets,' but it's difficult for them to come during the day. I'm sorry to burden you, Grandma Lumina, but could we bring them at night?"

I couldn't explain the details, so my explanation was vague. If I get an okay, Grandma Lumina must be a very kind person... I almost want to cry because my explanation was so bad.

However, Grandma Lumina looked at me seriously.

"It seems there's a reason. Well, let's treat it with some good wine."

"Really!?"

"Yes. Sharon, you're like my grandchild. I told you to come anytime, didn't I?"

She smiled, indulging me. I'll definitely come to play even when I don't need a bracelet...! Yes, I'll bring souvenirs from everywhere I go.

Phew. I felt a bit relieved when the burden was lifted.

"Thank you, Grandma Lumina, nya."

"Don't worry about it, child. ...By the way, Sharon, you're a 'Healer,' right?"

"Yes, but is there something wrong?"

When I nodded, Grandma Lumina, looking puzzled, told me about the 'Flordia Cathedral.'

"Actually, recently, a prayer fee is required to enter the 'Flordia Cathedral.'"

"Prayer fee!?"

What's that!?

"Huh? Isn't it a place where anyone can enter for free?"

When I exclaimed in surprise, Kent also tilted his head in confusion. Yes, as Kent said, anyone can use it for free. Of course, they accept donations, but there's no compulsion.

...It's definitely Rodney's doing.

From 'Healer' to 'High Bishop,' all job changes are done at the 'Flordia Cathedral.'

We need to check this urgently.

"I'll go to the cathedral! Kent, can you and Tarte go to the 'Adventurer's Guild'? Tarte, please buy items at the guild. Also, sell any unnecessary items."

"Got it."

"Understood, nya."

We need information from both the cathedral and the guild. Tarte is perfect at buying and selling at the guild, so I can trust her. We definitely need the materials for 'Fire Bombs.'

"Recently, the cathedral seems untrustworthy... Sharon, be careful."

"Yes. Thank you for telling me, Grandma Lumina."

"Thank you."

"Thank you, nya."

We left Grandma Lumina's house and split up.

The 'Flordia Cathedral' is in the central square. Usually, many people enter the cathedral, but it's clearly less crowded now. It's probably because of the prayer fee Grandma Lumina mentioned.

"Let's go in first."

The cathedral is always clean and well-maintained, and the solemn atmosphere remains, but the smiles of the priests and priestesses seem to have disappeared.

I went to the reception and greeted the priestess, "Hello."

"Welcome to the 'Flordia Cathedral.' The prayer fee is 3,000 riz."

"Okay."

I paid the prayer fee, thinking it was expensive. I didn't want to draw attention by complaining, as it could cause problems later. By the way, 3,000 riz is enough to stay at an inn.

"Let me guide you."

"Ah, okay..."

It seems they will guide me. The last time I came, they said I could go freely, but the policy has changed, I guess...

...Well, it's not a problem if I can see inside.

--- The job change to 'Healer.'

When I became a 'Healer,' I prayed to the statue of the goddess Flordia, then spoke to the bishop and accepted a quest. The quest involves healing a few NPCs, usually three to five people, with at least one in Tizel and the others somewhere in the 'Erentz Sacred Kingdom.'

I thought I'd take the job change quest while I was here, but I passed the room with the statue of Flordia where I usually pray.

...Huh?

"Um, I think we passed it..."

"That room is closed, so you'll pray in a different room now."

...What a surprise.