After leaving the office, Gauss let out a sigh of relief.
That Sorcerer named Shirley had put him under a lot of pressure.
It felt as if her entire presence had crushed his own.
His sudden encounter with a mysterious powerhouse had also made him rein in the pride he'd felt since becoming a Professional Adventurer.
There was always someone stronger.
There were countless powerhouses in this world. Becoming a Professional Adventurer was only the beginning.
After walking a little farther down the corridor,
Petra led him to the VIP room.
It was a VIP room that was closed to the public most of the time. It was mainly used to host adventurers at the Professional Adventurer level.
Although most Bronze Adventurers came to the first floor to take ordinary quests far less often once they got used to the difficulty of beginner quests, there were still occasional exceptions.
Sometimes, even Black Iron Rank adventurers, or stronger ones, came to take ordinary quests. Of course, for them, it might simply be a way to cultivate their tastes and unwind.
Guided into the room, Gauss watched as the lights above him came on automatically.
The refined decor came into view. Unlike the hall, with its rough-hewn style, this small room was tastefully furnished, giving anyone who entered a sense of calm.
Though it was an enclosed space, the air didn't feel stuffy at all. Instead, it was remarkably fresh.
Gauss looked around curiously. He'd been to the Adventurer's Guild plenty of times, but had never known there was such a nice place.
"Lady Shirley is actually very kind. Of the Guild's important members, she's the friendliest to ordinary receptionists like us." After bringing Gauss into the room, Petra put in a good word for Shirley.
Gauss sat down in a high-backed