novelraw Chapter 113 : The Golden Olive Branch
Chapter 113 : The Golden Olive Branch
The name "Golden Prism" frequently appeared in various subjugation missions and was a renowned, long-established magic guild in Oz.
Their members' activities in various regions were often featured in "Silver Eye",
Yvonne had heard that years ago, "Golden Prism" had organized an impressively large elite subjugation team that successfully vanquished a giant evil dragon threatening people's safety and property. That spectacular battle was even adapted into various stories and stage plays. The reason she knew about this was because she had read a non-fiction novel about dragon subjugation.
If compared to the worldview of her previous life, joining would be equivalent to advancing from high school to university. Although there were associations specializing in magic research, this 'university' wasn't entirely a place of learning, so compared to an academy, it was more like a workplace.
After the internship period, if the individual was interested in joining and passed the guild's assessment, they could sign a long-term agreement to join the association.
As the saying goes, the capable have more work, and this principle applied in this fantasy world as well.
Being able to use magic that ordinary people couldn't naturally meant they could deal with magical beasts and invading foreign races that common folk were helpless against.
After receiving bounty missions submitted by civilians, the knight order had specialized communication channels to distribute difficult subjugation bounties to various guilds, which would then be accepted and completed by qualified combat personnel within the guild.
The remuneration system was also based on more work, more pay, distributed according to the difficulty of the accepted mission. The guild would take a 2% intermediary fee and management fee,
As for the bounty contents, they were diverse, ranging from small errands like delivering letters for a few silver coins to hunting disaster beasts for thousands of gold coins.
In the original work, the female protagonist also joined this guild. After performing well in various subjugation events, her social circle overlapping with Michel expanded further, and their relationship development reached a new stage.
The original villain continued to play the role of the malicious character, but unfortunately, she was always thwarted by her nominal fiancé. All her actions became the foundation for solidifying the relationship between the male and female protagonists.
Finally, because her heart was filled with jealousy and hatred, the unbearable villainess lady turned evil at the third-year graduation banquet. After a fierce battle, she died from magical backlash.
Remembering that CG of her tragic death, beautiful like a withering rose, Yvonne shuddered.
But now, that kind of ending probably wouldn't come true, right?
After all, she had already captured the female protagonist!
Faced with unknown fears, now she could only comfort herself like this,
Who would have thought that after all the twists and turns, she would still trigger the plot route...
However, even if calculated according to the original timeline, there was still about a year left until her destruction ending.
Now, if she chose to join, Elsa would definitely go too, undoubtedly guiding the current path back onto the original route.
Should she refuse here...
But if it was really the world's will, even if she refused here, it would still end with her inexplicably joining the organization,
Why? Because the 'world's will' was just that tyrannical and unreasonable, impossible to resist.
However, in the original work, there was no plot where the villain also joined the association, so this still deviated somewhat from the original route.
Thinking of this, Yvonne had a glimmer of hope.
"...Why me?"
Holding the application form, Yvonne couldn't help but ask.
Asking this was not only due to worrying about triggering danger by following the original route but also partly due to lack of confidence in herself.
Setting aside exceptional geniuses like Elsa, she knew her own abilities well.
In terms of magical aptitude, there were far too many people stronger than her.
So... why did they choose her?
"That's the wrong way to think about it, Yvonne—"
Yuna shook her small finger in denial.
"It's not just magical talent, evaluations of abilities in other areas are also important."
"That's right, Evie is so capable, being chosen is only natural."
Elsa chimed in from the side.
"............"
However, Yvonne fell into deeper worry.
That may be so, but such a combat-oriented large magic guild couldn't possibly be unaware of her background.
Knowing her background, they still chose her…
Considering her current exiled situation, just being willing to accept her was already very gratifying, but Yvonne still felt a sense of incongruity that left her uneasy.
Although there was a deviation from the original route, she could almost assert that this must be the world's will correcting the original plot,
So, she couldn't let her guard down—
"—How about it? Considering your future prospects, why not give it a try?"
Yuna still hadn't given up, persistently trying to persuade her.
That's a major guild!
As a teacher, she naturally hoped her students could find good jobs after graduation and make a name for themselves in a broader world,
Future prospects...
Looking at the guild application form in her hand, Yvonne fell into deep thought.
She had to admit, she was indeed tempted.
Setting aside the main plot, considering all aspects, this was indeed a good opportunity.
Although she still had backing from her old noble days after being exiled, that relationship wasn't solid,
Yvonne also didn't want to place too much hope on her relatives, causing them unnecessary trouble.
Then, joining a certain 'force' became the prime choice for now.
Moreover... if she remembered correctly, "Golden Prism's" headquarters was established in the royal capital, Greenbaum.
If she could successfully join, she would likely be able to regain permission to enter that city, having the opportunity to investigate the true rebels through the association's information network and clear her father's name.
But doing so would necessarily involve facing certain risks,
How should she choose?
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Sigh~~
Observing the student's reaction, Yuna sighed inwardly.
As expected, for children of this age, making such a choice all at once was still too difficult?
After organizing her thoughts, she spoke again:
"Actually... you don't have to answer right now."
"...Eh?"
Yuna smiled at the two who showed surprised expressions,
"If it's difficult to decide, then take some time to think about it,"
"And... Yvonne, Ellie, if you really join the association in the future, as first-years, you'll most likely become partners, so it's better to discuss it together before making a decision. So, give me your answer then. As for the deadline for the response, any time before the Autumn Goddess fully descends is fine."
The Autumn Goddess fully descending... that's the 'Autumnal Equinox Moon'
Calculated using this world's calendar, it would be around early November.
And now it was the season when the Summer Goddess was about to leave (mid-September).
There were about two months left.
Seeing this, there was still quite some time,
With the response deadline relaxed considerably, Yvonne finally felt relieved.
After exchanging glances, both nodded simultaneously.
"...We'll respond to you as soon as possible."
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"Phew... that was exhausting,"
Coming out of the teachers' office area, she pushed her hands back, doing stretching motions. It seemed the physical labor just now had indeed tired her out.
"...Elsa,"
"Hm?"
"Are you interested in joining the association?"
Yvonne asked very seriously.
Her choice was also very important to herself.
Elsa lowered her head, pondering for a moment:
"Mm... although it sounds impressive, honestly, I think I can go anywhere,"
"...What does that mean?"
She moved closer, habitually hugging Yvonne's arm.
"Hehe... of course it means wherever you go, I'll go too."
For Elsa, the most important thing was still being with Evie.
She said it so naturally, without any hesitation,
Hearing such words, Yvonne's heart inadvertently skipped several beats,
"...That's too casual, it's a big life decision, think about it more!"
"But that's really what I think~~~"
Hugging her, she started to act coquettishly again.
...So cunning.
However, Yvonne herself was thinking almost the same thing,
This round could be considered an evenly matched opponent.