Lambda and the thief group were arrested.
At first, Lambda refused to admit his guilt. He claimed it was a mistake, but the thieves quickly confessed their connection to Lambda.
This led to the successful end to the theft in the city.
Chief Bolton was surprised to learn the details of the incident.
“…… No way, I had no idea Lambda was behind. He was an insidious and devious guy, but I thought that he didn’t have the guts or stupidity to cross the line. I guess my eyes were blinded. What in the world drove him to this point?……”
I don’t know what motivated Lambda to join the thieves.
He seemed to be obsessed with titles and strength.
Joining the thieves might have been a way that he tried to use in getting rid of the complex smoldering inside of him.
“…… He was a fool, but I’m partly to blame for not being aware of it. I failed to fulfill my role as his boss.”
His tone was a mixture of dismay and frustration.
In the end, it was Lambda’s own decision to cooperate in the evil that threatened the city. It didn’t matter even if he had been harboring some pent-up anger inside him.
That’s why I thought that Chief Bolton should not feel responsible for his actions.
""
“…But, I can’t let this fact go public. If it gets out that one of the guards was involved in theft, the people in the city will panic.”
There was no doubt that it would happen.
On top of that, the people’s trust in the guards would fall to the lowest of the low.
It is necessary not only for us but also for the people of the city that we keep the truth that Lambda, a guard protecting the city, had cooperated with thieves.
“Well, Sieg. You’ve done a good job this time. Thanks to you, we were able to catch the culprits without incident.”
“No, it was just a coincidence.”
Originally, Lambda lured me into a deserted alley as a night watchman to kill me.
That was only the result of having the tables turned on him. Capturing the thieves was only an extra consequence. I wasn’t even aware that I had solved the case.
“But, if the newcomer hadn’t been you, they’d probably be at the bottom of the waterway right now. Because you had the power, the truth came out.”
That may be true.
If I had been defeated at that moment, I wouldn’t be in this world right now. Lambda and the thieves would have been able to continue their crimes undetected.
Being able to eliminate the threat to the people of the city by defeating them was honestly pleasurable.
""
“…So, I thought to myself…… Sieg, considering your performance, in this case, I am going to appoint you as a squad leader.”
““EHH!?””
I, as well as the guards in the barracks, raised out voices.
“There’s a vacancy for a squad leader right now. So, I’d like you to take the vacant squad leader’s seat.”
The squad leader’s position meant that this was a promotion.
I’m grateful for that in itself, but……
“But, I haven’t even been in the squad for a month yet.”
“That’s right! Chief! There hasn’t been a squad leader who had only joined the guards for less than a month in the past!”
“Normally, it takes at least three years to become a squad leader! I’ve never heard of a rookie who’s been in service for less than a month being appointed as one!”
The guards raised their voices.
However, even with all these voices, Chief Bolton has no problem with it.
“There are no problems with it. He has the ability to take on the role. We have to give him the recognition he deserves.”
""
But chief! That’s not good enough for the others!”
“Besides, It’s absurd to expect a common guard who’s still in training to suddenly be selected as a squad leader! It’s too much for a rookie like him!”
The guards shouted in frustration and protest one after another. Their anger flew around the barracks.
Chief Bolton said in an earth-shaking voice, “Do you guys have a problem with my decision?”
““……!””
When Chief Bolton shouted, the guards held their breaths at the power of his words. Their burning vigor in protesting had instantly been extinguished.
Seeing that the place had gone quiet, Chief Bolton continued.
“If there’s anyone who doesn’t agree with my decision, come out and fight him. If you can win, I’ll appoint you squad leader instead. That said, I think it’s useless. Even if all of you come at him, you still wouldn’t be his enemy.”
The guards looked at each other.
Not a single one of them wanted to challenge me.
“Well, good. And, he’s taking over the 5th squad. Can one of you guys bring him over?”
Chief Bolton glared at the guards.
“……I see. The squad leader’s position of the 5th squad is vacant……”
“…… I certainly don’t want to be the squad leader over there. My stomach would probably be ruined in one day. There’s only a bunch of troublemakers, after all.”
“…… You’re saying he’s been promoted, but you’re really just pushing the trouble to him, aren’t you? Chief, you’re doing some pretty nasty things.”
The guards who had been criticizing me earlier were now looking at me with sympathy.
“Newbie, good luck.”
“Stay healthy.”
“It was short, but it was fun.”
They all spoke to me as if they were talking to someone who was about to die.
……What the hell are they saying?
“We’ll let Sieg handle it for now. If it seems too much, we can think about it again then. For now, he’ll be a squad leader.”
After we broke up, Seira came running to me.
“Sieg-san! You are the squad leader of our squad from today on!”
“Then that means…… Seira is part of the fifth squad?”
“Yes! However, you became my boss in no time. I thought Sieg-san was a great person, but you exceeded my expectations!
There was no hint of dissatisfaction on Seira’s face.
Rather, she seemed to be sincerely pleased with my appointment as squad leader.
She told me that she became a member of this city’s guard to protect the people of the world. I guess that’s why she was not attached to her position or title.
“I’m glad to be able to work with Sieg-san! Let’s protect this city together as part of the fifth squad!”
“Yeah. I’ll do my best as the squad leader.”
I continued, “By the way, how many people are in the squad?”
“Including Sieg-san, there are four of us, myself, Spinoza-san, and Fam-san. That’s basically how many people are in the squad.
“I see…… Speaking of which, where is the rest of the squad?”
“Well… That’s the thing…,” Seira said, somewhat at a loss for word.
“No one is here except for me and Sieg-san.”
“What? Are they taking a day off today?”
“I don’t know if I’d call it a day off, but they are calling it a day off……”
“In short, they are skipping work.”
Chief Bolton took over Seira’s words.
“The 5th squad is one of the most troublesome group in our corps. They have the ability to do things, but they’ve got a lot of quirks. Thanks to them, the squad leaders gave up on them. Some even had mental breakdowns from the stress.”
Chief Bolton continued, “I’m sure you’ll be able to handle the guys in the 5th platoon. I’m counting on you.”
Pat. Chief Bolton puts his hand on my shoulder then walks away.
…… Could this just be… pushing the troublemakers to me? When I realized that, it was already too late.
A group of troublemakers……
Today is gonna be a tough day.
Lambda and the thief group were arrested.
At first, Lambda refused to admit his guilt. He claimed it was a mistake, but the thieves quickly confessed their connection to Lambda.
This led to the successful end to the theft in the city.
Chief Bolton was surprised to learn the details of the incident.
“…… No way, I had no idea Lambda was behind. He was an insidious and devious guy, but I thought that he didn’t have the guts or stupidity to cross the line. I guess my eyes were blinded. What in the world drove him to this point?……”
I don’t know what motivated Lambda to join the thieves.
He seemed to be obsessed with titles and strength.
Joining the thieves might have been a way that he tried to use in getting rid of the complex smoldering inside of him.
“…… He was a fool, but I’m partly to blame for not being aware of it. I failed to fulfill my role as his boss.”
His tone was a mixture of dismay and frustration.
In the end, it was Lambda’s own decision to cooperate in the evil that threatened the city. It didn’t matter even if he had been harboring some pent-up anger inside him.
That’s why I thought that Chief Bolton should not feel responsible for his actions.
""
“…But, I can’t let this fact go public. If it gets out that one of the guards was involved in theft, the people in the city will panic.”
There was no doubt that it would happen.
On top of that, the people’s trust in the guards would fall to the lowest of the low.
It is necessary not only for us but also for the people of the city that we keep the truth that Lambda, a guard protecting the city, had cooperated with thieves.
“Well, Sieg. You’ve done a good job this time. Thanks to you, we were able to catch the culprits without incident.”
“No, it was just a coincidence.”
Originally, Lambda lured me into a deserted alley as a night watchman to kill me.
That was only the result of having the tables turned on him. Capturing the thieves was only an extra consequence. I wasn’t even aware that I had solved the case.
“But, if the newcomer hadn’t been you, they’d probably be at the bottom of the waterway right now. Because you had the power, the truth came out.”
That may be true.
If I had been defeated at that moment, I wouldn’t be in this world right now. Lambda and the thieves would have been able to continue their crimes undetected.
Being able to eliminate the threat to the people of the city by defeating them was honestly pleasurable.
""
“…So, I thought to myself…… Sieg, considering your performance, in this case, I am going to appoint you as a squad leader.”
““EHH!?””
I, as well as the guards in the barracks, raised out voices.
“There’s a vacancy for a squad leader right now. So, I’d like you to take the vacant squad leader’s seat.”
The squad leader’s position meant that this was a promotion.
I’m grateful for that in itself, but……
“But, I haven’t even been in the squad for a month yet.”
“That’s right! Chief! There hasn’t been a squad leader who had only joined the guards for less than a month in the past!”
“Normally, it takes at least three years to become a squad leader! I’ve never heard of a rookie who’s been in service for less than a month being appointed as one!”
The guards raised their voices.
However, even with all these voices, Chief Bolton has no problem with it.
“There are no problems with it. He has the ability to take on the role. We have to give him the recognition he deserves.”
""
But chief! That’s not good enough for the others!”
“Besides, It’s absurd to expect a common guard who’s still in training to suddenly be selected as a squad leader! It’s too much for a rookie like him!”
The guards shouted in frustration and protest one after another. Their anger flew around the barracks.
Chief Bolton said in an earth-shaking voice, “Do you guys have a problem with my decision?”
““……!””
When Chief Bolton shouted, the guards held their breaths at the power of his words. Their burning vigor in protesting had instantly been extinguished.
Seeing that the place had gone quiet, Chief Bolton continued.
“If there’s anyone who doesn’t agree with my decision, come out and fight him. If you can win, I’ll appoint you squad leader instead. That said, I think it’s useless. Even if all of you come at him, you still wouldn’t be his enemy.”
The guards looked at each other.
Not a single one of them wanted to challenge me.
“Well, good. And, he’s taking over the 5th squad. Can one of you guys bring him over?”
Chief Bolton glared at the guards.
“……I see. The squad leader’s position of the 5th squad is vacant……”
“…… I certainly don’t want to be the squad leader over there. My stomach would probably be ruined in one day. There’s only a bunch of troublemakers, after all.”
“…… You’re saying he’s been promoted, but you’re really just pushing the trouble to him, aren’t you? Chief, you’re doing some pretty nasty things.”
The guards who had been criticizing me earlier were now looking at me with sympathy.
“Newbie, good luck.”
“Stay healthy.”
“It was short, but it was fun.”
They all spoke to me as if they were talking to someone who was about to die.
……What the hell are they saying?
“We’ll let Sieg handle it for now. If it seems too much, we can think about it again then. For now, he’ll be a squad leader.”
After we broke up, Seira came running to me.
“Sieg-san! You are the squad leader of our squad from today on!”
“Then that means…… Seira is part of the fifth squad?”
“Yes! However, you became my boss in no time. I thought Sieg-san was a great person, but you exceeded my expectations!
There was no hint of dissatisfaction on Seira’s face.
Rather, she seemed to be sincerely pleased with my appointment as squad leader.
She told me that she became a member of this city’s guard to protect the people of the world. I guess that’s why she was not attached to her position or title.
“I’m glad to be able to work with Sieg-san! Let’s protect this city together as part of the fifth squad!”
“Yeah. I’ll do my best as the squad leader.”
I continued, “By the way, how many people are in the squad?”
“Including Sieg-san, there are four of us, myself, Spinoza-san, and Fam-san. That’s basically how many people are in the squad.
“I see…… Speaking of which, where is the rest of the squad?”
“Well… That’s the thing…,” Seira said, somewhat at a loss for word.
“No one is here except for me and Sieg-san.”
“What? Are they taking a day off today?”
“I don’t know if I’d call it a day off, but they are calling it a day off……”
“In short, they are skipping work.”
Chief Bolton took over Seira’s words.
“The 5th squad is one of the most troublesome group in our corps. They have the ability to do things, but they’ve got a lot of quirks. Thanks to them, the squad leaders gave up on them. Some even had mental breakdowns from the stress.”
Chief Bolton continued, “I’m sure you’ll be able to handle the guys in the 5th platoon. I’m counting on you.”
Pat. Chief Bolton puts his hand on my shoulder then walks away.
…… Could this just be… pushing the troublemakers to me? When I realized that, it was already too late.
A group of troublemakers……
Today is gonna be a tough day.
