In the Mammon Kingdom's capital city, within the imperial palace, the emperor is conducting a meeting with his ministers. The discussion revolves around the signs of the chosen one, resembling the situation in the church. The emperor assigns the Minister of Defense the mission to investigate and locate the chosen one. His plan is to compel the chosen one into marrying the princess if he is a man or the prince if she is a woman. All nobles present agreed with the emperor's plan, even if they didn't like it. Some desired their sons and daughters to marry into the imperial family, elevating their family status. They understood that voicing objections might lead to charges of treason, seemingly challenging the authority of the imperial family.

At the same time in the adventurers guild

There was a big commotion in the Adventurers Guild as a horde of monsters was confirmed to be five days away from the town by investigators working for the guild. All quests were put on hold, and an emergency quest was issued, which read:

Emergency Quest

Target: Monster Horde

A monstrous horde is approaching the town. Help us keep the town safe!

Reward:

* C to A Rank: 1 Gold Coin

* F to D Rank: 50 Silver Coins

* The Porter: 100 Copper Coins

Thank you. We appreciate your participation!

Early in the morning, Zack went to the Adventurers Guild to find quests. The last time he was at the guild, there was a commotion about a monster horde. He left without inquiring about the matter, believing it had nothing to do with him. When he entered the guild, it was filled with people, and he approached the reception desk.

"Morning, how are you?" (Zack)

"I am extremely busy, what do you want?"(Anna)

"Ohh ok, any easy quests I can take?"(Zack)

"Only emergency quest is available, are we done now?" (Anna). She handed Zack a paper with the emergency quest written on it.

"Anna, how many times have I told you to stop being rude to others?" (Silvia)

"Why should I respect these low-rank adventurers? Do they deserve my respect?"(Anna)

"Respect isn't solely determined by rank. Treating others with respect reflects your character, regardless of their adventurer rank."(Silvia)

"Enough, both of you. Good morning, Mr. Zack."(Viola)

Anna harbored resentment over being scolded by the Guild Master for engaging with low-level adventurers.

"Mr. Zack, are you here to sign up your team for the emergency quest?"(Viola)

"No, I was looking for easy quests. However, since there is only an emergency quest, I will return home to sleep."(Zack)

"But sir, the town is in danger. You have to help, and if we fail to defend the town, you might end up dying in the inn while sleeping." (Viola)

"Help, huh? Well, I guess I will go back and sleep."(Zack)

Viola let him go and thought to herself, "He is just a low-level adventurer. I only need to convince Lady Diabolas and Angela. I already reported to the lord about their abilities, and with Lady Angela's void (space) magic, a lot of weapons can be carried to the frontline. Lady Diabolas has a lot of mana; I'm sure with her power, we can overcome this threat." What really worries me is that, no matter how much we investigate, we can't seem to find the cause of this disaster. Is it man-made? If so, who, and what will they gain from this? Additionally, the lord has contacted the imperial capital, and it will take at least 10 days for the knights of the royal palace to arrive for reinforcement. Viola thought to herself, "It has been four days, and only a day before the horde arrives in town, I haven't seen or heard from Diabolas or Angela. Maybe that low-rank adventurer didn't inform them about the emergency quest. Is he holding a grudge against the guild because of Anna? But since he seems to like Silvia, I will send her to inform them and apologize to him."

Zack and the ladies were having lunch when someone knocked on their door. Angela stood up, opened the door, and found Silvia. She invited her inside, and Silvia sat down. Angela went to the other room to prepare food for her

"I'm sure you didn't come here just because you were worried about us, especially since you haven't seen us for the last four days," (Diabolas)

"I came here as the guild's representative. Lady Viola is inviting your team to participate in the emergency quest," (Silvia)

"I told her we are not interested in it,"(Zack)

"Mr. Zack, I apologize on behalf of Anna and the guild. She is still a child and did not mean to disrespect you. However, this request is especially for Lady Diabolas and Angela," (Silvia)

"Who is Anna, and how dare she disrespect my lord?" (Diabolas)

"Anna is a member of the guild, and there might have been a misunderstanding. I'll address the issue promptly. Now, regarding the emergency quest, Lady Viola wishes for Lady Diabolas and Angela's participation, recognizing your abilities." (Silvia)

"If my lord is not interested in the matter, we are also not interested."(Diabolas)

Angela placed food on the table and asked, "What are you guys talking about?" Diabolas began to explain to her.

"Didn't Zack mention this matter a few days ago?" (Angela)

"Yes, and when will we get our money? Tomorrow is the 5th day; I hope you guys haven't forgotten," (Zack)

That's when Silvia realized that this team never planned to help from the first place. She needed to quickly inform Lady Viola. Do they only care about money? I thought Zack was Lady Diabolas and Angela's manservant, but they follow him. Is it like a master-servant relationship or something more, like lovers?. Silvia stood up and left the place, feeling disappointed. She thought to herself that she had failed Lady Viola, her role model. Lady Viola was one of the common people with real power, protecting the commoners in the town. Although she couldn't shield everyone, she was doing her best, and that, to Silvia, was the true hero.

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"Why did she leave in a hurry? Are they trying to scam us?" (Zack)

"Exactly, my lord. We should go to the guild and collect our money."(Diabolas)

"Of course not. Let's just wait for the five days, as the guild said."(Angela)

"You are no fun, you washboard."(Diabolas)

I have no time to argue with you. I have to go clean the table; I'm not lazy like a certain cow (Angela)

Diabolas stood up, lifted her skirt, and said, "My lord, how about we have some fun?".

"How dare you try to seduce the lord?" Angela exclaimed, lifting her skirt. "My lord, which one do you choose?"

"I choose both of you," (Zack)

Zack picked both of them up and placed them on each shoulder. He threw both of them onto the bed.

Viola was in the lord's mansion, discussing the attack plan with the lord and his advisors. The strategy involved deploying low-rank adventurers (rank F to C) at the frontline, mid-rank adventurers (rank C to A) in the middle, and the last line of defense would be the knights working for the lord. Angela would be positioned in the middle, behind the frontline and in front of the C to A rank, supplying both sides with equipment and medicine. Diabolas would also be in the middle, behind C to A rank, and in front of the knights, ensuring minimized casualties if the plan went south. Viola did not like this plan at all, as it would result in high casualties, especially for low-level adventurers, whether they win or lose. Even though the lord had helped her become strong and had protected her, she knew her place and wouldn't dare to question the lord in front of other nobles, especially in the presence of John's father, who was one of the lord's advisors.

Silvia knocked and entered with a sad face, bearing bad news. She explained the situation to Viola, the Lord, and everyone present in the meeting. Viola couldn't believe what she was hearing, and both the lord and the nobles were extremely angry.

""Is this how these people repay my kindness?" (Amos)

"My lord, I think we should deal with this arrogant commoner, let him know his place before going too far,"(Rich)

Richard von Alusta, also John's father, harbored a deep-seated hatred for commoners. His parents perished when he was young during an uprising incited by commoners. The von Alusta family, originally the rulers of the town, suffered a setback during the uprising. Von Trapp family took him in, raised him, allowed him to revive his family name, and work for them. He felt even more betrayed when Amos Von Trapp took in Viola and trained her.

"Lord Amos, calm down. I will go and talk to them. Surely, I can convince them," (Viola) suggested, trying to ease the tension.

"Who gave this lowly commoner the permission to talk?" questioned (Richard), expressing disdain.

"Thank you, my lord," Viola said, and she rushed to the inn where Zack and his comrades stayed.

Richard was extremely angry. However, he reminded himself that the time had not yet arrived. It would be better if he didn't pursue this matter further because soon, this town would be his.

Zack was half-naked on the bed with two ladies when they heard a loud knock on the door.

Viola, appearing angry, entered with Anna, who seemed scared. Viola had planned for Anna to apologize and then convince them to join the battle. The door was opened by a half-naked Zack, with Diabolas and Angela also half-naked behind him. Viola was shocked at how relaxed this team was while the whole town was preparing for an emergency.

"Good day, Sir Zack. I brought Anna here to apologize about what happened earlier," (Viola)

"OK then, goodbye. We are busy," Zack replied, closing the door.

"Wait, that's not all. I came to negotiate. How much money do you need in order to participate?" Viola forced herself in the house.

"I don't need money. Besides, you guys owe me a lot of money," (Zack)

"Sir Zack, I plead with you to do me this favor. I will owe you a favor," Viola earnestly requested.

"I don't need your favor. Besides, we are just passing by here. We are not here to stay for long," Zack replied.

"OK, then I will do anything you request as long as it is within my power," Viola offered.

Anna is shocked, seeing the guild master begging someone for the first time. She thought to herself, "Let me help her. If I gain the guild master's favor, I can get special treatment from her like Silvia."

Anna knelt down and said, "I was wrong disrespecting Sir Zack. Please, I will do anything as long as you forgive me."

Zack dropped the towel in his lower half and said, since both of you said you will do anything. Show me your sincerity