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Chapter 18 - Chapter 18: Is Not That a Date?

Scene – In a city called Rupo, Yatrans, Suzu, and Zil are staying in a guild room. This time, they each have their own personal rooms, but right now Suzu is in Yatrans's room, sitting on the bed, while Yatrans sits on a chair and Zil sleeps on the bed.

Yatrans: …?Suzu: I was thinking… since we're already in Rupo City, maybe we should take a look around. (shy and tense tone) I know, I know, this mission is important for you, but you're the one who said we could cross this country in just two days, right? So why not take one extra day to relax and explore? (suddenly excited and loud) If you want to, that is… (soft, gentle whisper)

Yatrans: … I don't mind. If you want to… then we can explore the city together. Only if you want to! (shy and excited)Suzu: Done. (smiling happily)

Scene – Outside the guild, Suzu and Yatrans stand together.Suzu: Zil isn't coming?Yatrans: Ahh… she was still asleep, so I didn't wake her.Suzu: I see.

Scene – They start walking through the city.Yatrans (in his mind): Wait a minute… isn't this basically a date?!Yatrans: So, where should we go first?Suzu: I've already planned it! First, we'll visit the statue of this city's first hero. Then, we'll eat Rupo City's famous Koa meat, made from dire bear meat. After that, we'll see the waterfall, then do some shopping, and finally return to the guild.Yatrans: Ooookaaayyy… I guess?

Scene – They arrive at the statue. It's large, with an office building behind it.Suzu: This hero was the first hero of Rupo City, and the fifth most powerful and famous in this country. During his time, he defeated a creature from the "Net," an underground monster. I don't know much more—it's really ancient history.Yatrans: Hmm… judging by the crowd, he must've been really famous and powerful in his time.

Scene – A big crowd gathers around the statue area because of its popularity.Suzu: Okay, let's go eat now.Yatrans: Yeah, yeah.

Scene – They enter a restaurant. It looks old-fashioned, but inside, it's full of people eating.Suzu: This is actually the second-best restaurant in the city… but for me, it's number one.Yatrans: Sounds like you've been here before.Suzu: Yes, I came once for guild work and stayed for a week.Yatrans: Ah, that explains it.

Scene – They begin eating.Yatrans: Whoa, this is so tasty!Scene – Yatrans eats quickly, clearly enjoying it.Suzu: Hey, slow down, slow down. It's not going anywhere, and you can always order more.Yatrans: I can't help it! This is just so good!Suzu: I told you.

Scene – Walking along the city roads afterward.Yatrans: That was amazing! I've never eaten something like that before.Suzu: Hehe… well, after this mission, I'll cook something for you myself at my house. I-I mean, I'll cook it myself, not that… (blushing shyly)Yatrans: Heh, I got it already. Heheheh. (also shy)

Scene – At the waterfall. Water pours down from great height with powerful force, creating a musical-like sound. Beautiful grass and trees surround the place, with many people visiting.Yatrans: Huh… from the looks of it, isn't this place mostly for couples?Suzu: Uhh… r-right.Scene – Silence falls again.Suzu (in her mind): Just for couples! Just for couples! Just for couples!Yatrans (in his mind): No, no, no! It's not like that, right?!Suzu & Yatrans: Hehehe!

Scene – Back at the guild, Yatrans opens the door to his room, only to be attacked and knocked to the ground.Suzu: !! Zil!?Zil: Kuggg! Kuggg!Scene – Yatrans lies on the ground outside his room, while Zil sits angrily on top of him.Yatrans: Ow ow! Sorry, sorry, Zil!Zil: Kunggg!Scene – Suzu pulls Zil off him, and the three go inside.Yatrans: Looks like she's mad that we left her alone in the room and didn't take her along.Scene – Zil sits separately by the wall, turning her back on them.Suzu: What should I do… I told you we should bring her.Scene – Suzu goes over and sits beside Zil.Suzu: Zil, I did tell him we should take you along, but he said you were sleeping so peacefully that we shouldn't disturb you. He thought nothing would happen if you stayed behind.Zil: Kurrr!Scene – Zil looks at Yatrans.Yatrans: W-wait, I didn't say it like that!

Scene – Zil then climbs into Suzu's lap and sits there.

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