Chapter 7: Aren’t Rules Meant to Be Broken?
“My own things and you still want to check them?”
For a moment, Peiya didn’t even know what to say. These teammates were really something else.
How did she even put up with them before?
But to be honest, back then she didn’t even have the energy to get angry. Her health was already poor, so getting upset over them simply wasn’t worth it.
With Lisa’s personality, she would probably think her way of provoking others was very effective.
Arguing with someone who only listens to themselves would just trap you in a pointless loop of trying to prove yourself.
Besides, all of that was in the past now. The contract was already over.
So Peiya didn’t feel like dealing with them anymore.
Lisa, who was standing nearby and still upset, also noticed something different about Peiya.
Unlike before, Peiya’s movements were much quicker today.
She used to move slowly all the time, so slow that people might think she was a turtle.
Could it be that she was forcing herself, even harming her body, just to show off in front of them?
“Peiya, stop pretending. There’s no need to hurt your body just to prove something to us. As long as you admit your mistake, we’ll still let you come back.”
“……”
It turns out that when people are truly speechless, they really might laugh.
“What are you laughing at?”
“I just thought of something funny. Anyway, I’m leaving. Don’t block my way.”
“Wait. I still haven’t checked your things.”
“Lisa, I think you forgot something. Who was the one who said before that my things must stay here, so I wouldn’t dirty everyone else’s belongings? So everything here is mine.”
“Uh…”
Lisa was speechless. She stood there in shock. That really was something she had said before.
She didn’t expect it to come back to hit her so quickly.
“Wait!” Lisa tried to chase after her again, but the vice-captain stopped her.
“That trash will come back on his own in a few days. If you push him now, he’ll only become more stubborn and try to prove himself. We all know his ability. He won’t last long outside. There’s no better treatment than in our top guild. Where else can he go? He’s just throwing a childish tantrum. He’ll be back soon.”
“Hmph, he’s really lucky then. Alright, everyone, get back to work. We still need to clear the new dungeon later. Who’s going to draw the map?”
The room fell completely silent.
“Hello? Why is no one talking?”
Lisa looked around. The team members exchanged glances.
“Peiya always did that job. None of us have ever drawn one…”
Lisa’s expression darkened. She slammed the table hard.
“Don’t mention him. It’s just a map, you’re telling me none of you can draw it?”
The team members looked serious… then all shook their heads.
“A bunch of useless people. Move aside, I can draw it myself. Give me a pen.”
“W-we don’t have one. Peiya always prepared the pens…”
“Then go buy one.”
“Well, usually…”
“Enough. Do you not have hands or feet? I’m ordering you to go buy one now.”
“Yes, Miss Lisa…”
………………………
At the Adventurers’ Guild front desk.
Peiya carried her thick stack of notes to the registration counter. Some of these notes were too many for her to take with her anyway.
Since she was already here, she decided to register some of them as patents or sell the ones she didn’t need.
At this moment, Peiya had already taken off the hood that used to get in her way.
As the hood came off, her bright silver hair was fully revealed. A few loose strands fell over her forehead, making her small and delicate face look even more cute.
It was the first time the receptionist at the guild had seen such a cute girl, and her tone naturally became softer.
“Hello, this is the Adventurers’ Guild service desk. How can I help you?”
“I want to register a patent.”
“Alright, please give me your documents.”
Peiya handed over all the notes she had prepared at once. The receptionist’s expression slowly changed, from surprise… to shock… to fear.
“T-this… this many?”
Her professional training told her to stay calm, but she had never seen anything like this before.
Could one person really produce so many patents?
“Please wait a moment. I’ll call our manager.”
The receptionist quickly left. At this time, other people nearby gathered and started chatting about recent gossip.
Peiya listened for a bit. Luckily, none of it was about her.
It seemed her former teammates really didn’t expect her to leave. Otherwise, with Anna’s methods, rumors would already be spreading everywhere.
Peiya didn’t care much about her reputation anyway, it didn’t mean much to her.
After understanding her teammates’ intentions, she became even more certain she wouldn’t go back.
Before, she stayed mainly because of the contract. No matter what, Anna was still her employer. If she caused conflict, it would only make things worse for herself.
But now the contract was over, what was there left to discuss?
You go your way, I go mine.
We stay out of each other’s lives. Isn’t that better?
But even such a simple wish seemed hard to achieve.
“Sorry to keep you waiting.”
The manager hurried over. She was tall, with red hair resting on her shoulders, and wore a neat, spotless uniform.
“Hello, I’m the person in charge of this branch of the Adventurers’ Guild, Nara. You’re here to register patents, right? Please come with me to the reception room. I’ll handle everything for you as quickly as possible.”
The manager’s appearance caught the attention of some nearby adventurers. Only then did a few people notice Peiya.
This small girl actually made the manager come out personally?
People couldn’t help but guess her background. Peiya didn’t waste time and simply followed the manager.
When they arrived at the reception room, it was much more spacious. In the center stood a square wooden table, with several guild trophies placed on top.
There was also a stack of documents at one corner.
“Should I put them here?”
Peiya looked at the manager. Seeing the guest hesitate, Nara quickly stepped forward and explained,
“Those are old records from previous adventurers. Your materials are too many, it’s better not to mix them together. Also, your case is very special. Let me check something first. Please sit and wait a moment. There’s tea beside you, you can drink it if you like.”
Nara smiled brightly. She clearly understood how important this guest was and didn’t dare delay.
She took out a thick book from a cabinet, blew off the dust, and quickly started flipping through it.
After a while, she closed the book and said,
“Miss, this is the first time I’ve seen a case like yours. According to our normal process, patents are registered one by one. But for your situation… it seems none of the usual procedures really fit.”
Peiya nodded slightly.
“That’s fine. I can just come back multiple times.”
“That’s not what I mean,” Nara said seriously. “Rules are fixed, but people are flexible. I’ll apply for a special group review for you.”
Her tone was sincere, and she didn’t dare take this lightly.
Guilds from different regions were competing fiercely now. Someone as valuable as Peiya, how could they treat her casually?
Rules? Procedures?
Aren’t rules meant to be broken?
Even if she had to go argue with those stubborn old officials in the Royal Court today, she would gladly do it!
Nara had never felt this excited about her work before. She was so motivated that she almost wished she didn’t need sleep just to review all the materials.
Why can’t people work 24 hours a day?
On the other side, seeing how hard Nara was working, Peiya felt a little worried. It was her first time seeing a manager like this.
But along with that worry, a small sense of hope quietly appeared in her heart.
Were her good days finally about to begin?