The villainous young master just wants to live a Buddhist-like life.

　Dark nodded and said, "So it seems they're quite rare. What about those above Grade A?"

　Madonna shrugged and said, "There's no such thing as above A-rank. Although many renowned adventurers always give the impression of being above A-rank, and many are even given legendary titles, they are actually all A-rank. An adventurer's rank corresponds to the treatment they can enjoy in the guild. A-rank can only enjoy the highest level of treatment, it can't be the highest. The next highest is the guild master of the adventurers' guild."

　"So that's how it is. I thought there was an S-rank." Dark said with a faint smile.

　Madonna said, "Isn't S a very late letter in the alphabet?"

　“That’s true,” Dark said.

　There are no English words in this world; the existence of the 26 letters of the alphabet is merely for phonetic transcription of written characters.

　Therefore, S cannot possibly be ranked before A.

　Dak turned back to face the counter, ready to issue the mission.

　Although registering as an adventurer first and then immediately posting adventurer quests as a quest poster seemed very strange, adventurers were used to strange things and didn't pay much attention to it.

　The adventurers around him were even happier to see his actions.

　The male adventurer, Leed, who was faster than Madonna, suddenly reminded her, "Sir, adventurers cannot accept quests they themselves have issued."

　“Hmm,” Dark said, “that’s only natural.”

　Lied smiled slightly and began to concentrate, preparing to grab the mission!

　Many adventurers, including him, have noticed that this blond boy is not the kind of rich young master who often appears simply to experience the life of an adventurer.

　Moreover, the maids under this young master's command are probably all very capable, enough to serve as his guards.

　But precisely because of this, it would be very safe to travel with him.

　If we can get this mission, we can not only make friends with them, but also make a small fortune effortlessly.

　Even with lower pay, such business is still highly sought after.

　Besides, the beast tide had just passed, and it wouldn't be appropriate for these B-rank adventurers to go scavenging outside the city with lower-rank adventurers. If they could get a mission like this to get through this period, that would be ideal.

　The others clearly thought the same way, and a murderous intent had already surfaced in their eyes.

　grab!

　……

　Dark quickly found out the process for issuing missions, and while waiting for the backend to create badges, he began issuing missions.

　In less than five minutes, someone from backstage brought over a freshly made adventurer's badge.

　The badges are all identical in design, with a raised letter in the lower left corner that clearly indicates the adventurer's level.

　However, because it is so obvious, adventurers rarely wear it on their chests.

　Since Dak had just registered, he was naturally the lowest-ranking G-class adventurer.

　Adventurers only need very basic combat skills to level up. Even adventurers with low strength can level up by accumulating points over the years, thereby improving their treatment in the Adventurers' Guild.

　Only after passing level C, and progressing from C to level B, and from level B to level A, can one be assessed on their abilities.

　Dak picked up the badge, examined it carefully under the light, and then placed it on the machine on the counter. Sure enough, the badge's information appeared on the machine's screen.

　Name: Yagami

　【Sex: Male】

　【Title: Super Invincible WarGreymon】

　[Level: G]

　[Occupation: Swordsman]

　【Points: 0】

　[Note: None]

　……

　"Sir, are you really sure you want to use this title?" the teller finally couldn't help but ask.

　Dak replied enthusiastically, "Confirmed."

　The clerk adopted a slightly more serious expression this time: "An adventurer's title is generally best if it reflects their own abilities. Adding their profession and notes will allow employers who come to post a quest to quickly gain a relatively clear understanding of the adventurer, making it easier for them to accept quests that match their abilities. If the title is... too strong, they might receive quests that exceed their own capabilities."

　Seeing her kindness, Dak explained, "Don't worry, I'm just registering a badge as a souvenir."

　The clerk paused for a moment, then reminded her, "Our guild charges 10 Holy Coins per month as a badge usage fee, so if it's not necessary..."

　Dark: "Send the money."

　So, Dark Dimon, who had paid a 100-year membership fee upfront, began issuing missions.

　Because it was a spur-of-the-moment decision, the task description he posted was somewhat brief. However, the general objective was very clear: it was simply a small mission to capture a forgotten demon—the "Tower Demon"!

　Ata, the "Tower Demon," was clearly the most threatening figure among that group of black-robed demons.

　Although Dak hadn't paid much attention to it, he still heard other people's comments about the "Tower Demon" during the post-dinner debriefing last night.

　Therefore, among the escaped black-robed demons, only the "Tower Demon" was the easiest to capture.

　Moreover, its characteristics are very obvious: it is tall and thin, making it very easy to identify.

　After confirming the task details, the teller began to assess the task level.

　"An A-level mission, the minimum level for accepting the mission is B-level, the minimum reward is 100,000 Holy Coins, the deposit is 20%, and the guild takes 1% cut, is that acceptable?"

　"no problem."

　Dak drafted the payment according to the rules and paid the deposit.

　Thus, the task was successfully issued.

　However, the B-rank adventurers who originally planned to seize the mission immediately froze.

　……

　Just like the adventurer ranks, A-rank missions are the highest-ranking missions that the Adventurer's Guild can issue; there are no higher ranks above that.

　Therefore, the gap between Grade A and Grade A is also very large.

　Although the current B-rank adventurers meet the minimum requirements to accept this mission, the powerful demons targeted by the mission are clearly not ones they can deal with alone.

　Dark clearly stated in the mission details that "Tower Demon" Ata was one of the demons who fought in the air last night.

　This immediately made them start to re-examine the situation.

　The mission is valuable, but life is more precious.

　Adventurers don't joke around with their lives.

　"This mission clearly requires teamwork," Lede muttered. "And it would take at least three A-rank adventurers leading the team to have a chance of success. If this 'Tower Demon' is as powerful as the last demon from last night, even the entire guild combined might not be enough."

　After he finished speaking, he glanced at the reward section and couldn't help but swallow.

　The total amount is tens of millions of Holy Coins, distributed according to contribution. Even providing information on the location of the "Tower Demon" will result in a corresponding reward.

　"Wouldn't it be better to treat this as an intelligence gathering mission? Avoiding direct contact with the demons would reduce the danger to some extent."

　Madonna quickly pondered as well.

　Then, after properly assessing her own capabilities, she confirmed the feasibility of the task.

　"I accept!" She was the first to accept the task.

　Following closely behind, the B-rank adventurers also accepted the challenge.

　Of course, the main reason is that this task has no limit on the number of people and there is no penalty; it is acceptable to accept the task but not actually perform it.

　After receiving the mission, these adventurers stopped clinging to the "golden thigh" and went out to search for the "Tower Demon's" whereabouts.

　……

　"Let's go too."

　Dark waved and left the adventurers' guild without leaving a trace.

　The bounty on "Tower Demon" Ata was a spur-of-the-moment decision; he originally intended to issue a mission to hunt down a monster. However, the sudden appearance of "Netherworld Fire" changed his mind.

　After confirming that no one was following them, the group turned into a side path and walked quickly forward for a while until they arrived at a quiet, deserted alley.

　Eve emerged from the shadows, made a gesture to Dark and the others, and then quickly submerged, leaping and stealthily moving between the shadows at incredible speed.

　Dark cast a "Flying Charm" on himself and quickly caught up by flying at low altitude.

　Even on foot, Aurelia and Angeli moved extremely fast.

　Only Professor Lily, sitting on "Thunder Chicken," flew a little slower.

　But the person parasitized by the "Netherworld Fire" hadn't actually gone far, and they quickly caught up with him.

　Eve remained hidden in the shadows, never giving the man a chance to engage in a duel.

　She didn't return to behind Dark and emerge from his shadow until Dark and the others arrived.

　By this point, the adventurer named Edward clearly understood that he couldn't escape.

　He turned around, sighed slightly, and unhesitatingly activated his duel domain!

　……

　Almost instantly, a cluster of gray flames shot up from Edward's forehead. The flames were over a meter high and extremely vigorous, having absorbed an unknown amount of power.

　Immediately afterwards, the man stomped his foot, and a halo of flames spread from his toes, instantly forming a huge circle that enveloped Dark Demon opposite him.

　Edward's eyes widened, and his entire body emitted an almost transparent flame. His originally sickly and thin face gradually became fuller in the flame—until his face was covered with fat!

　"Although I don't know who you are, since I've gained the upper hand, then I'll say goodbye to the flames within you!"

　With an almost roaring sound, Edward's muscles bulged, transforming him into a towering figure!

　This person's fighting style is clearly combat!

　Dark raised his hand, and the "Netherworld Fire," as bright as a candle flame, slowly emerged from his palm.

　Instead, he smiled slightly at the man and asked, "What's your name?"

　Edward's pupils contracted, his eyes widening in astonishment: "How could such a faint flame have survived until now? No, who exactly are you?!"

　Dark immediately clasped his hands in greeting and said, "My name is Yagami, also known as 'Super Invincible War God Greymon'!"

　Edward's eye twitched. Although he knew the other party would definitely use a false name, he still displayed some fighting spirit and announced his own adventurous name: "Edward, nickname 'Bloody Hand Butcher.' Now that we've met, don't blame me for being ruthless. My dueling rules are unrestricted hand-to-hand combat, until the opponent surrenders or loses consciousness."

　“When two armies meet on a narrow path, the brave shall prevail; I understand.” Dark shook his head and said, “It is said to be unrestricted, but in reality, it restricts unarmed combat, which is very disadvantageous to those who are good at using weapons and magic-based professions.”

　Edward squinted and said, "But it doesn't restrict the use of spells to enhance oneself. Furthermore, it doesn't restrict the use of 'Equipment Cards' and 'Armor Cards.' Do you know about 'Equipment Cards' and 'Armor Cards'? Those aren't exclusive to mages."

　As he spoke, he actually pulled out two magic cards from the inner pocket of his shirt and began to carefully recite a normal summoning spell.

　Although he usually used his summoning spells very slowly, Dark was still surprised by him.

　After Edward successfully cast the normal summoning spell at what he thought was a very fast speed, he stuck the activated magic card to his body, and a light armor immediately materialized on his upper body.

　Then he looked at Dark's surprised face and said with a smile, "How about that? Scared, aren't you? If you surrendered directly, you wouldn't have to suffer. Besides, your flames are so weak, you probably don't have many related memories or powers left, so even if you lose them, it won't be a big deal."

　Of course, once Dark loses his memories of the "Netherfire" due to the duel, he will also be "forgotten," and thus he will naturally be able to escape.

　Dark knew he was stalling for time, but he didn't care: "Hurry up, I'm waiting for you."

　Edward's expression froze, and his ominous premonition grew stronger.

　However, the duel ceremony had already begun, and there was no room for retreat.

　In this "dark duel" today, only one person can stand and leave!

　After finally completing his second normal summoning, he stuck the second magic card to his lower body and immediately changed into a pair of leather boots and leather pants.

　Dark had thought he could at least summon a pair of leg armor to match the light armor on his upper body, but he couldn't.

　"Is it over? Then it's my turn!"

　After saying that, Dark reached out and grabbed, and "Soul of the Moon Goddess I" flew out of the card pack and landed between his two fingers.

　"In the name of Dark Demon, a magical summoning—'Soul of the Moon Goddess I'!"

　"Let the gathered prayers become the newborn silver moon, transforming into a radiant silver moon, and let us evolve into the Moon Goddess!"

　The phantom of the "Soul of the Moon Goddess" merged into his body, and layers of silver-white armor adhered to him.

　When the radiance faded, standing before Edward was the "Moon Goddess" who had already evolved!

　"An armored card, it's an armored card! You're a mage?!" Edward looked at his light armor, leather pants, and leather boots, then looked up at Dark's full armor, and felt completely depressed.