章 30: Solo Mission?

It was now morning. Fein was having his breakfast with his mother and sister. After resting on the waterfall and cleaning themselves. They quickly decided to return lest the demon decided to order his subordinates to surround the mountain. Though it was unlikely, it's still better to be safe than sorry, right?

Kidd told him that he will go to the main headquarters of Ranger's Eye to take care of his lost limb. They decided that he will be the one to report on what happened on the mountain.

"Son, why are you staring in the air blankly? Do you have a problem?" Melissa asks his son in a worried tone.

"No mom, I just suddenly remembered something about my work. Not a problem at all..." Fein quickly woke up in his daze and answered.

"If you say so..." she answered while turning her head to Fey, who was eating with a drowsy face. "Fey, you have to take care of yourself! I know that your examinations are near. But you have to manage your time properly." Melissa's scolding awakened Fey.

*Pffftt!*

"HAHAHAHA!"

Fein couldn't help but laugh. In truth, this scene is already a daily occurrence. His mom was a doting and overprotective type. After a long time living with them, Fein couldn't help but warm up and become more open to them. The feeling of having a loving family did comfort him in this unfamiliar world. Without them and his friends in the Ranger's Eye, Fein know that his mind might have already crumbled due to the accumulated stress. That's why he decided to become stronger so that he can do whatever he wants and protect those who he wants to protect.

"Brother, when we will go to the park?" Fey, who was eating, suddenly asked.

'Oh shit... I forgot that I promised her that I will go to the park with her.' Fein looked at his sister with an apologetic smile and says. "Sorry I was quite busy these days, but I promise that I will take you tomorrow."

Hearing what his brother said... Fey cheered up and smiled. "You're the best!"

Melissa was looking at two's interaction with a smile on her face. "Okay... you have finished your breakfast quickly."

After hearing his mom, Fein quickly devoured the food in front of him. He still had to report on what happened yesterday to the Captain.

They need to quickly get rid of the demons. Furthermore, the encounter with the A-rank Demon yesterday with Kidd signifies that they were scheming something. Although it was silent now. Fein knew that a storm is quietly brewing somewhere, threatening to wreak havoc and destroy the peace.

...

[Ranger's Eye Base]

After eating breakfast. Fein swiftly took care of miscellaneous and came into the base straight away. He slowly opened the inconspicuous wooden door in front of him. If someone came in this place, they wouldn't even know that this was an investigator's base because the appearance of the building outside was too shabby.

There are even spider webs in every nook and cranny. Fein entered the door, and what greeted him was... Nothing. Kidding aside, there's really nothing there except for some messy old newspapers and a plain-looking wall. He swiftly increased his pace and walked towards the wall. Fein tap it three times with a break in between for 3 seconds.

"The day is beautiful, isn't it?"

Fein heard a voice on the other side of the wall.

"The day is really beautiful and sunny. The winter is nearing and summer is leaving." Fein responded with a deadpan expression.

Yup, this is the password to enter the base. It was to prevent other organizations from spying and infiltrating. Every day the password will change... The members will memorize at least two hundred non-sense quotes.

After that, the wall in front of him slowly vanished. Fein entered the place where the previous wall was...

"Good morning Fein, you're a little early huh..." a short man in the cornet greeted him.

"Good morning too... Well, I had to report something urgent to Captain Gregory," Fein responded.

Fein looked at the short man, he's name is Ferdi. He was the blacksmith responsible for creating and repairing the weapons in this branch. Just like now, he was busy tinkering with some items that Fein didn't even know about.

"Oh... sure I will not waste your time further. You can go ahead." Ferdi nodded at him with a smile.

"Okay, thanks." Fein smiled at him and proceeded to their captain's Office.

On the way, a lot of staff with whom Fein became familiar with here greeted him. He has to say that all the people here are professionals in different kinds of fields. They are very diligent and hate to waste time. Though they are still humble and polite.

...

Gregory was currently sorting out the documents. He became busy after the demon's invasion. Although there are no large-scale invasions yet... they are attacking in small numbers everywhere. His hands were now tied. Because of this, he had to overwork now and then.

'Uhh... what a headache!' Gregory complained inwardly.

*Creak* *Creak*

The door opened suddenly. A familiar figure appeared. He wore glasses on his face coupled with the Ranger's Eye suit. His jet black hair was messy, but it gave him a natural look. His eyes were deep, and it had a tint of intelligence in them. He was neither arrogant nor overbearing.

Gregory scrutinized him quietly.'It seems something happened to their mission. This brat looks like a sharp sword, now devoid of his previous easy-going temperament. Plus, Kidd also requests a month's vacation... Just what in the world did they encounter?'

"I guess that there's something you want to report to me?" Gregory asked, straight to the point.

Fein looked at him and answered in a deep voice. "We encountered hundreds of F Rank demons and one A-Rank demon on our mission yesterday. Kidd lost his left arm in the process. Fortunately, we manage to escape because the A-Rank demon was underestimating us... Captain, I want to go on a solo mission in hope of reducing their numbers"

After hearing him, Gregory can't help but clench his fist. He looked at Fein with a serious face. "Okay, I will permit you to hunt them, but you must ensure your safety at all times."

Hearing what Gregory said. Fein finally smiled and nodded at him. "Don't worry, Captain, I decided to do this. I need to familiarize myself further by fighting them and help the other cities that were constantly being harassed by the demon's advances."