Travel to another world and become a monster messenger

Four adventurers walked out of the gate of Santono Palace. They included an elf youth, two girls, and an orc youth. Their friendly expressions showed the close relationship between them.

They seemed to have completed an important task, and everyone had a relaxed smile on their face.

"Ha, I finally completed the task. Now I can take a break, celebrate, and go eat something delicious!"

“I agree with you Oliver! In that case, I really want to try the specialties of the Kingdom of Santono!”

As the young orc Oliver spoke excitedly, the eyes of the short elven girl Jill sparkled. From the way her aqua blue ponytail bounced, it could be seen that she was really looking forward to it.

Therefore, their captain, a young elf, said in a firm tone: "I have no objection to this, but please don't be too indulgent. We will still stay in this country for a while."

"Oh, Russell, you are too rigid! Relax a little!" Jill expressed dissatisfaction with the attitude of the elf youth Russell, and turned to the girl next to him: "Hey, Alicia, you also say something! It's okay to relax a little!"

Alicia, the girl who was questioned by Jill, seemed a little hesitant, and then replied: "I think I would rather go to the hotel to rest first. To be honest, I am a little tired."

"ah……"

Hearing Alicia's words, Oliver and Jill nodded as if to show their understanding.

"Come to think of it, I want to take a bath too."

“I agree.”

Oliver and Russell nodded deeply. Jill smiled happily and held Alicia's hand tightly.

"As expected of Alicia. As a fellow elf, I am also very happy."

“Thank you. But, strictly speaking, I’m actually a half-elf.” Alicia said with a wry smile as she stroked her soft emerald green hair with her right hand.

In response, Jill seemed unhappy and retorted: "What does it matter? After all, you have the blood of the elves. Except that your ears are a little shorter, there is almost no big difference, not to mention!"

"Well, that may be the case. But I am indeed a half-human."

"Oh, come on, there's always an excuse for anything!" Jill expressed dissatisfaction while scratching his hair, while Russell and others laughed.

Oliver then said something he suddenly realized: "However, it is rare for someone like Alicia to emphasize that she is mixed-race so frankly, right? Although there is no obvious discrimination now, everyone has some ideas in their hearts."

Hearing Oliver's words, Alicia also nodded with a wry smile.

A few decades ago, it was normal for people of the same race to have children, and mixing with other races was very rare. There were many children who became targets of bullying and suffered just because they mixed with the blood of other races.

But as the times change, people's ideas are also changing. Now, it is common to have families with different races marrying and having children.

Although there are still cases where it is difficult to change the views of the nobility and royal families due to family ties, people are now much more tolerant than in the past.

Alicia herself has been in constant communication with the elves and other races, including Jill.

Therefore, she formed a team with Russell and Jill from the elves and Oliver from the orcs. In their journey, being mixed-blood has never been a burden.

Now, Alicia has also revealed that she is a mixed-race of human descent, although for some special reasons.

"Come to think of it, I...except Alicia, I have never heard of anyone else being called a half-elf."

"Ah, me too." Russell suddenly remembered this and muttered quietly, and Oliver tilted his head. In response, Jill said with a sigh, "Of course. It's just that Alicia said so casually."

“Wow, that’s how it is.”

Although they were long-time friends, Oliver couldn't hide his surprise at the new information, and although he didn't show it, Russell felt the same way.

Jill smiled mischievously, as if to add something, and said, "It looks like there's still some little 'situation' going on."

"Wait, Jill!" Alicia blushed and raised her voice, approaching Jill. Even Jill, who was always calm, was frightened by her momentum and apologized in a hurry.

At this point, Oliver tried to interject: "So, in the end, the situation is..."

"Oliver." Russell interrupted Oliver who was about to ask further questions and shook his head silently: "From her reaction, it doesn't look like a big deal. Let's just let it go."

"Why, aren't you curious?"

"Everyone has a secret or two. It would be unreasonable to force them out here."

"Hmph, even if I say I don't care, that's not true."

Oliver also gave up when he saw Russell laughing. Then Russell turned to Jill and Alicia who were still arguing and said, "It's about time to go, right? You want to eat, right?"

"Oh, I forgot! I'm so hungry..."

"Me too."

Jill and Oliver looked secretly at Russell, obviously expecting something, and Russell nodded with a wry smile: "Okay, okay, eat what you like. After all, it's not easy for us to come to the Kingdom of Santono."

"Oh, you are worthy of being our leader."

“That’s the feeling.”

Then the two of them, with happy expressions, started looking for a restaurant. Russell spoke to Alicia, who was sighing: "Alicia, let's go too. Besides, I have something else to say."

"What?" Russell suddenly raised a finger seriously, and Alicia was surprised.

Did she do something wrong? Although she was a little noisy just now, she shouldn't have caused any special trouble. At least she didn't remember what mistake she made.

When Alicia was full of doubts, Russell spoke up: "If there is any trouble, you must come to discuss it at that time. Alicia, you don't have to take on everything by yourself."

"Ah, thank you... If I really encounter difficulties, I will come to discuss it." Alicia smiled dryly, feeling comforted in her heart. Thinking of these words, isn't it what I have been reminded of all the time?

Because Russell suddenly became serious, she thought something had happened and couldn't help but be a little wary. But it turned out that it was nothing serious, just Russell's usual concern for his friends.

As it is now, sometimes it can become a little overprotective, but that's within acceptable limits.

As she pondered this, Alicia suddenly remembered.

(Half-elf... Indeed, as Jill said, I am the only one who calls myself a half-elf.)

Half-elf is not an official term, but Alicia has no intention of changing it.

This is an emotion she is absolutely unwilling to give up. She can still recall those important memories, which cannot be changed in her life. The image of the little boy that appears in those memories always warms Alicia's heart.

(Even if I can't see him again, there's nothing wrong with cherishing the memories, right?)

Alicia smiled secretly, her cheeks flushed with happiness. Passers-by who happened to pass by saw her like a girl in love.

But she doesn't know yet that soon a young man with three monsters will appear in front of her, which will greatly shake her heart.

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The next day, Russell and his friends were at the Adventurer's Guild in the capital of Santono. They ordered a few non-alcoholic drinks at a counter in a corner and chatted happily.

The palace was very lively last night. A grand welcome party was held for the court mage Melni from the Kingdom of Sforia.

By the way, Russell and his friends also attended the party and were busy until late at night. They are still feeling the aftermath of last night.

"Ah... Although it's very lively, to be honest, it's really tiring..." Jill sighed deeply with her head down. Alicia, who was sitting next to her, gently stroked her head and comforted her.

"But there's nothing we can do about it. After all, we have been formally introduced as Miss Melny's escort team."

"That's true. I was noticed by the other king, so I have to stay here for a while. Fortunately, I can move around freely today. This is worth being happy about. Are you going to the palace tomorrow?"

Russell nodded in response to Oliver's question, "The king himself told us to definitely go see the palace. It won't be as busy as it was yesterday though, so don't worry."

Although Russell spoke calmly, from the perspective of his companions, he seemed a little less energetic than usual. After all, even he felt a little overwhelmed after attending a large banquet right after a long journey.

Normally, Jill and Oliver would have picked up the conversation, but today it was unusually quiet. Although it wasn't even noon yet, it felt like the day was coming to an end.

"Alas... the escort mission I took on from the Queen was quite troublesome after it was completed..." Jill said in a low voice, lying on the table.

By the way, the queen here is the one who currently rules the Kingdom of Sforia. And this time the task of sending Melni to the Kingdom of Santono was taken over by Russell and his team.

For Russell and his team, this was not the first time they had taken on an escort mission. They had also taken on small missions such as those for merchants and craftsmen before.

But this was the first time for such a big mission as escorting a court mage. This undoubtedly proved that Russell and his team were recognized for their abilities, but the tension they felt when accepting the mission was different from before.

When the mission arrived, although everyone cheered, when they actually met the queen and officially took on the mission, strong pressure also came over them.

Are they really suitable for this mission? Perhaps they were mixed up with other adventurer teams?

After sending Melny to the carriage, although he appeared calm on the surface and announced the departure, he was trembling with fear in his heart. This will become a memory that Russell will never forget.

Of course, the other three felt the same way.

"I'll drive the coach for about a month. Come to think of it, we're getting pretty close to Miss Melny."

"Really, the initial nervousness now seems fake."

Jill nodded in response to Russell's words. From politeness to harmony, that time was very pleasant, and I even hoped it could last longer.

When they arrived at the Kingdom of Santono and said goodbye to Melni, they did feel a little lonely, but they believed that this was not a farewell forever.

"One day, we will come back to this country and have a good look around."

"Speaking of which, we still have things to do. We have to report back to the Kingdom of Sforia that the mission has been completed."

"Then we will have to go back tomorrow or the day after tomorrow... Well, there is nothing we can do."

Oliver's words made Jill sigh in acceptance, and Alicia smiled in agreement. Just then - the door to the guild was pushed open.

"Master, hurry up!"

“I know. I know.”

As the shrill girl's voice and the childish boy's voice sounded, they turned their heads and saw Russell and the others with their eyes widened.