Reincarnated in the game world ~ A gamer's beginning to [Dungeon job hunting recommendation]-Chapter 680Vol. 12 - - O’ the Senpai of Investigation - Where might be the plushie pray tell

"There you go, Zephyr-kun. Thank you very much for availing my service already."

"Likewise, your swiftness is incredible, Senpai."

An hour had elapsed since I left the message to Yumiki-senpai, and soon I heard back from her. We were meeting in one of the lounge room.

I had already informed her of my request. The meeting was precisely to share that information. In mere one hour, she had gathered everything I had asked her to.

Must I say, she was surprisingly fast! But it's also why I could rely on her!

Celestine was with me in the lounge room. Yumiki-senpai turned in precisely at the appointment time.

"Come now. It's a direct request from you, how can I not make it quick?"

Hmm? So my request falls in high priority?

"Besides, it also piqued my interest."

"And here comes the real reason."

"I mean, if you're specifically requesting this, you must be planning to use it, right? I did some digging, and I found not even a single record of anyone making use of it in the last tens of decades. In that case, this attempt would be the first one in the history of Labyrinth Academy - Main Branch. How could I not be excited?"

Wow, the «Investigation Department» was truly impressive. She managed to uncover all this in mere hour. Or perhaps, Yumiki-senpai was just that talented, eh?

Anyway, I could relate with her excitement. And of course, It would be my preference to leave a record of this, so I was fine with her presence.

I would even say it's our luck Yumiki-senpai is our ally. Luck... could it be the influence of «Sachineko-sama»? It must be so, yeah.

"Alright, can you reveal what you have found?"

"Of course. The whereabouts of «Plushy of Angel and Devil» in the academy, right."

At first, I was only planning to inquire who bought «Plushy of Angel and Devil» from the auction. If anyone managed to acquire the plushie, then it must be still here somewhere. I needed to find that trail.

Well, when Yumiki-senpai heard my request, she said "If you're looking for one, why not check who else has it in the academy? Many options are better than one". It made sense, so I requested her to follow the same.

Frankly, I was amazed at how easily she suggested that.

"I have counted «Plushy of Angel and Devil» in the academy."

"Four, huh." 𝙛𝒓𝒆𝙚𝒘𝒆𝓫𝙣𝓸𝙫𝓮𝒍.𝒄𝒐𝓶

It's quite tough to say if that were many, or very few. But given how abysmal their drop rate was, I guess it must be somewhere between.

No, wait a minute. She said the one she could count... to put it another way, it's quite possible we might have a few more not known anywhere. After all, it wasn't some treasure, or seen as one year, to publicize it.

"One of them is in your possession. To be precise, what you succeeded from «Temple Saber»."

"Wow, you even found that out too?"

Senpai flashed a grin. I could more or less hear the silent implication "What might you be planning that requires two of them?"

Well, I will leave the suspense for later.

"The rest are... one is in the academy's possession."

"Academy!?"

Wait, that would make things much easier. I still have the favour from Dean.

I had thought to cash in for «Hedonist Beast Iron Sword», though we ultimately managed to find one ourselves. It was the easier and surefire way to receive «Plushy of Angel and Devil».

Alas, the follow up from her had me abandon that hope.

"However, it's not up for sale apparently. The reason is they must have at least one copy for research."

"Uh-huh."

......Talk about bad luck. It would indeed be unable to acquire most likely. And I also couldn't just press forward if they'd it for research.

"The others are...?"

"One of them is in possession of «Beast King Galtiger». They often advertise themselves as the beholder of enigmatic items, so it's obvious."

"I see. That makes sense."

Was it to attract the gazes of curious buyers? Or perhaps, they'd put them as a lure to invite Duels. ...On another thought, having seen Garze-senpai, it should be something straightforward like "If you want to buy it, just move your mouth." But I also could see them putting a steep price tag.

"And the last one is in possession of one of the B-rank guild—«All hail the Muscles!». You must have heard them by the name of Muscles, I believe."

"Wait, just wait. Did I hear something ridiculous at the end?"

Hey, hey.

As soon as I heard the name, the scene from the entrance ceremony, the hulkish physique boy competing with others for my recruitment while flaunting the muscles, involuntrarily flashed at the back of my mind. What kind of sick joke was that?!

If that wasn't enough, my mind even unwittingly imagined the scene of pure, innocent «Plushy of Angel and Devil» being surrounded by the naked barbarian-esque folks. I was getting goosebumps, you know?!

"To add on to that, they're also the one who'd put it for auction. Albeit, they'd come back with it since no one bid for it."

Seriously? The auction was held every week on Sunday. So, if an item remained unsold on that day, they're returned back to the owner.

Grragh. So it was a choice between «Beast King Galtiger» and «Muscles»?

I couldn't help but think maybe we might be better just grinding on our own in the dungeon to find it. But I quickly dismissed that idea.

We were running out on time. The job transfer would take place between tomorrow and the day after tomorrow. We barely had time to make these preparations. With that abysmal drop rate, I would only be wasting my time.

In the end, I was stuck between these two options.

"Did they not put it up for auction again?"

"Often, it's not a good idea to put the unsold item back for auction. Besides, the last time they put it on auction was in April. They perhaps did it to entice the freshmen. But, as you can see, no one bothers despite. I can't see them putting it into auction anytime soon."

Ah, true enough.

She was right. ...Then, it's to decide via an exchange huh. Hmm, should I visit Gerze-senpai since we already had a deal once?

As if she had seen through my intention, Yumiki-senpai added.

"«Beastking Galtiger» is currently out on expedition to make the best out of Dungeon Week. They brought «Tent» with them, so there's no set timeline when they might be back. Meanwhile, Muscles should be available even now. I can schedule an appointment."

You're telling me I was doomed from the beginning?!

Damn... that's some bad luck—wait a minute. Perhaps... it might not be that bad of an idea?

To be frank, I was indeed a bit curious about the guild Muscles. Their names popped up more often than not. And the rumours were they're quite a formidable guild. ...Though I also hear the words of caution—Do Not Approach Them! often.

So then, what should I do? Seeing my conflicting glance, Celestine nodded. I replied to Yumiki-senpai.

"......We should head to Muscles then. We will be counting on your offer then, Yumiki-senpai. Please arrange the meeting."

"Alright-o~. And, yes. This is the receipt for the service this time. Please take care of it~."

"......Understood. Celestine, if you may."

"Very well. Yumiki-sama, please confirm with your «Smartphone»."

"Mhm, sure. ——Indeed, I have received the payment. If you ever require anything else, I am always available, Zephyr-kun. I promise a quick work~."

Celestine brought his «Smartphone» near Yumiki-senpai's and paid the service fee. She wasn't our guild member, so the fee was to be paid upfront as a general rule of thumb.

Then, after arranging the appointment with Muscles, she vanished like gale. ...She was quick on her feet too, eh?

As for myself, I followed the map Yumiki-senpai shared with me, and arrived at the district housing B-rank guild houses.