Another World’s Highest Guild Leader ~I’m the weakest in the guild, but I can’t quit the guild because of the heavy love of all the guild members~ - Chap 36: I Told the Reliable Big Sister Leader That I Want to Leave the Guild

“Why do we always meet here?”

“Because when I come with Crow, we get a pancake discount.”

That’s a couple’s discount, you know. Well, Ceris probably doesn’t see me as a man.

We were in a pancake shop popular among women. Of course, the shop was filled with girls.

Pancakes in another world, you wonder?

A hero from another world who lived here 100 years ago introduced them. That person passed on various things, enriching the lives of this world.

If you don’t have power, earn fame through the cheat of knowledge. Such a thought crumbled quickly when I went around the town shortly after reincarnating.

“I’m also glad I can get coffee for cheap.”

A drink that comes with the pancake order. Ceris said she didn’t want hers, so it was free for me.

“So, what did you want to talk about?”

“I’ll be straightforward. I want to leave the guild.”

Saying so, Ceris doesn’t show any change in her expression.

“May I ask why?”

“I’m the weakest in the guild and don’t have a good face. I can’t become unparalleled like this.”

At that, Ceris paused with her fork midway to her mouth.

“Didn’t your comrades become strong because you gave them your handcrafted weapons?”

“But even if I have those weapons, it’s a waste if I can’t use them properly.”

“What about your face?”

“I was born this way.”

“So, looking at the big picture…”

“It’s all my own doing, yes…”

I was easily refuted.

“I mean, doesn’t everyone want to be unrivaled?”

“In Crow’s case, the comrades often finish off the enemy before he even gets a chance.”

It’s good that they’re efficient, but I wish they’d let the leader save some face.

“But if you want to leave the guild, Crow, I’ll support you.”

“Really?”

“Yes, but there’s a condition.”

“A condition?”

“— That is, to join my guild.”

Ceris’s guild, the Crimson Rose, is comprised solely of women. The idea of a man joining is unthinkable.

“Haha, isn’t your guild exclusively for women, Ceris? Didn’t I see a guy try to join and get beaten up just the other day? You’re joking, right?”

“You know I’m not the type to joke.”

“… Hypothetically, even if it were true, me being the only guy is…”

“You can just cross-dress, you know.”

“Don’t say ‘just’ as if it’s something simple…”

I feel like I’d lose my dignity as a man if I cross-dressed. I don’t know if someone as unattractive as me has any dignity.

“I’m serious, Crow.” 

Her red eyes were sharp and intense.

“Who do you think taught you the way of the sword?”

“That was you, Ceris…”

“Who saved you when you were getting beaten up?”

“Ceris…”

“Who provided for your food, clothing, and shelter?”

“It was you, Ceris… yes…”

I owe her so much…

“You rarely cry, Crow. But you did, then. Was the training that harsh?”

“It was incredibly tough. And please don’t spread the word that I cried. People will make fun of me.”

“I won’t, of course. That moment was just between me and you—”

“Ah, Ceris-san, you’re here.”

A girl with braided hair approached our table. It’s Sierra, the vice leader of Crimson Rose.

“Would you like to eat with us, Sierra?”

“The fact that I came to fetch you means it’s about time, Ceris-san. You have a packed schedule after this.”

Oh, it seems the Crimson Rose is as busy as ever. And I should probably be heading back soon before people start getting suspicious.

Thinking I should act chivalrous and foot the bill, I reached for the check, but Ceris beat me.

“Since you shared some good news with me today, I’ll cover it. See you later, Crow.”

She left with a radiant smile, and a short cheer erupted inside the cafe. As always, she carries herself so coolly.

… Wait, my leaving the guild is good news?

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“What were you and Crow talking about earlier?”

“Just some playful banter between leaders.”

“So it’s a secret then?”

“You catch on quickly, Sierra. That’s helpful.”

“Still, Crow always seems to wear a mask, doesn’t he?”

“It’s personal privacy, so let’s not mention it before him.”

“Understood.”

“But, well…”

“Ceris?”

“It’s nothing. Let’s give our best today, shall we?”