[color=6ecff6][center][h1]Kumiko[/h1][/center][/color]

Kumiko couldn't help but to giggle when Rowan started reprimanding her after she teased him. She knew exactly how to deal with troublemakers, but merchants and nobles were another thing. They held much more power and influence than a random troublemaker and any action that might make them angry or unsatisfied could become incredibly problematic if they decided doing something about that.

[color=6ecff6]"Don't worry, Guildmaster Rowan. I was just teasing you!"[/color] Kumiko said with a giggle.
[color=6ecff6]"After all, I wouldn't want to put even more work on your hands."[/color] Kumiko said with a professional smile.

When Rowan mentioned about finding a job for her, despite her professional smile and dignified posture, it was incredibly obvious by how her ears moved, perking up and her tail that she was indeed excited looking forward to that.

With a discreet bow, Kumiko went downstairs to resume her work.

After the angry merchants left the guild hall, things were notably calmer and flowing normally again. Adventurers were speaking with other receptionists, completing quests and little by little, things were being organized again.

[color=6ecff6]"I'm sorry for leaving, I had a few things to speak with the Guildmaster. Thanks for covering up for me~"[/color] Kumiko said, whispering for another receptionist that had taken her seat while she was still gone. As soon as she sat down again, a party of adventurers calmly walked towards her. By their look, their equipment and how they knew exactly what to do to join the hunting party, it was clear for Kumiko that they were veterans, despite being new faces around the town.

[color=6ecff6]"You are here to join the hunting party, I presume?"[/color] Kumiko asked, readying a few papers and documents to complete their registration.

[color=6ecff6]"I believe you already know the danger of this particular mission, right? Please don't overexert yourselves. If you feel it's getting too dangerous don't be afraid of retreating."[/color] Kumiko said as she gently took the guild cards that the party members offered to her the second she started talking to them.

[color=6ecff6]"Aaannd... That's it! You guys are ready! Good luck and be safe out there~!"[/color] Kumiko said, returning their guild cards with a kind smile as the party walked away.

[color=6ecff6]"Next, please!"[/color] she said, waiting for the next adventurer.

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