Help! My Overprotective S-Rank Master Who Loves Me Too Much Won't Let Me Go on Quests! - Chapter 59: Shuteridone-san Wants to Take Me as an Apprentice!

Chapter 59: Shuteridone-san Wants to Take Me as an Apprentice!

“Huh, Shuteridone-san?”

When I entered the armor shop, I saw a tall woman with long, light blue hair, Shuteridone-san, and decided to greet her. However…

“…”

Shuteridone-san was focused on the armor and didn’t seem to hear my voice.

…Come to think of it, the first time I met Shuteridone-san in person was also in this armor shop, and even when I called out to her several times, she was engrossed in looking at the armor.

Since I didn’t want to interrupt her, I decided not to call out to her again… but then,

“Adin Almarx, what a coincidence to meet you here at the armor shop.”

Shuteridone-san spoke to me first.

“Indeed… Have you finished looking at the armor?”

“I just finished looking… Weapons are the same, but with armor, there are more visible traits from the maker, like thickness, hardness, material, and size. It’s interesting to see how the maker’s preferences show through.”

Shuteridone-san’s expression was somewhat joyful as she spoke.

…The maker’s traits, huh?

“I’ve never thought about the maker behind the weapons and armor, so this is educational,” I said.

“You’ll understand one day… So, what brings you to this armor shop today?”

“I’ve been on several quests, and my sword’s blade has started to chip, so I thought I’d get it sharpened.”

“I see, the chipping is proof that you’ve been putting in the effort, both in practice and in the field. It’s clear that you’ve been working hard.”

I was slightly pleased by Shuteridone-san’s praise, but then I remembered something I’d heard about her, and I couldn’t help but bring it up.

“Compared to you, it’s nothing. I heard you complete multiple quests a day.”

“I’m an S-rank adventurer, so it’s natural to behave as a role model for others… But, according to Milena, you have the potential to reach at least an A-rank adventurer soon. Becoming an S-rank adventurer like me might just be a matter of time.”

“Me, an S-rank adventurer… When I get there, I’ll do my best to be a role model for others, just like you, Shuteridone-san.”

“That’s a good attitude. In that case, I’ll do my best to continue being a role model for you as well.”

Shuteridone-san gave a rare smile as she said that.

Then, she continued.

“…When I first met you, I said you had the potential to be an adventurer. I was right about that.”

“You did say that… It’s an honor.”

“At that time, I was interrupted by Aria Feruste, so I couldn’t tell you everything, but I’ll tell you now why I’m still here in this country after the magic tournament… One reason was to defeat Aria Feruste, and the second reason is…”

“To take me as an apprentice…!?”

“I’ve never considered taking an apprentice before, but… someone with your potential as an adventurer, I want to take you on as my apprentice.”

“Your apprentice…? What do you mean by potential as an adventurer?”

“The ability to complete quests and the mindset to strive to be a proper adventurer… When I first told you that you had potential, I was certain of the former after the magic tournament, but the latter… though it’s unlike me, I felt it instinctively. And now, after having interacted with you, I can confidently say that my instinct was correct.”

Shuteridone-san’s gaze didn’t waver as she looked me in the eyes.

Then, with a joking tone, she added:

“Also, Aria Feruste is your girlfriend now, right? So, I suppose that means you don’t have a mentor right now.”

“Well, technically, that’s true, but…”

“I’m not saying I want to take you as my apprentice immediately… But, when the time comes, I’ll be counting on you then.”

With those final words, Shuteridone-san left the armor shop.

…She’s definitely a unique person, but there’s no doubt she’s someone I should look up to as a role model and an adventurer.

“Someday, I’ll work hard enough to be on equal footing with Shuteridone-san.”

After that, I had the shop owner fix the chips in my sword, and then I went on to complete another quest.