Some wondered what Goblins taste like?

Well... If you're out of provisions like me, after forgetting to pack some food, for his Solo Hunt... Completely disgusting. And I nearly puke.

And yet, I find Demon Meat delicious... Maybe the Bayou or long-term use of the Serum makes the Demon Meat taste nice... Despite the obvious risk of becoming killed by the said corruption... I'm still alive of course, and somehow I can even eat it raw...

However, it was far less efficient than using the demon's blood to make the said serum...

...

Anyway, I've completed my third Hunt and took out the Assassin, along with killing 5 Hunters and a lot of Monsters. It's not a clean or noble job... But a Hunter must Hunt after all.

I returned to the town, with my Bountry Reward, and headed to where the Carcass Gunrunner was. And after making sure the no one was watching... I gave two slow knocks, two fast knocks, and one hand slam to the door...

I heard the door unlocked, then a trap disabled...

"It's open." Jason Trevors' voice could be heard and I went in.

"Hey, Trevors." I greeted.

To which he nodded and then said.

"Buying something?"

"Just a usual restock. Maybe buy a Cavalry Saber or Machete for Goblin Slayer." I told him.

"Really? What kind of weapons does he use?" He asked.

"Anything. Swords, Axes, anything that can fit his Cheap Scabbard or salvaged to conserve coins." I replied.

Jason thought for a moment and then told me.

"A Good Machete and Throwing Knifes will fit his job. Plus, it won't look valuable in the Goblins' eyes."

I nodded and then...

"If that's the case, you'll still have to pay. However, only the Machete. There's already Throwing Knifes in the Weapon's Markets."

I simply gave him 200$ and he said...

"More than 25% of the cost? Alright. Thank you for your Patronage."

My weapons got restocked and he gave me a Machete, with a fitting carcass inside it. I then went to the Local Blacksmith and...

"Hmph you again. When is yer going to let me test those weapons?"

"When the dogs fly." Caldwell remained unwilling to let him.

"Typical. Now what do yer want, ya arrogant boy?" The Blacksmith replied... Caldwell almost lost his nerve and might punch him in the face. But knowing the man's attitude...

"... Anyways... You got any Throwing Knives?"

"Never seen ya use Throwing Knives. Why?" The Blacksmith asked.

"A Gift for Goblin Slayer. What do you have?" Caldwell replied. Which Smith groaned, but then said...

"The Usual, Southern Style (African Mambele), and one from the East (Japanese Kunais)."

"Regular Throwing Knives."

"6 Silver Coins."

He gave simply six Silver Coins. And then...

"Yer Chainmail... Did you hunt Demons or something dangerous again?"

"What do you expect? Your Chainmail did well." Caldwell shrugs.

"Damn lunatic... Since yer going ta' do so a few more times, will Gambeson with Chainmail do?"

"... Consarnit... How much?"

It was 30 Gold Coins, as the Gambeson and Chainmail are quite strong in defense, without hindering my mobility. And you're wondering why I don't always argue with him, about the price? While I do with others... I went to buy some Hard Liquor for more Fire Bombs and then...

"Ara ara, doing some shopping for someone?~"

I turned to a woman, who seemed to wear a Witch's clothing with a staff... Expect to show her skin a bit more. With a long purple hair, and it seems she's highly experienced. And I've heard that she's of the Frontier...

[Distrustful LV.II]

I don't know why or how, but I don't like her flirty advances, even if it's just a friendly banter. But she giggled as if she noticed my paranoia.

"No need to be hostile, dear. I don't bite.~"

...

"Still didn't help."

She giggled again and asked.

"Spearman told me about you. You have quite an intimidating aura, along with an air of open hostility. You don't get along with many people except yourself, Guild Girl, Gunrunner, and Goblin Slayer, hmm?"

"Hmph. Good ears." I coldly replied.

"Aw... Don't be such a spoiled sprout. It was a compliment...~ Besides, you're a pretty good Hunter yourself."

...

I just sighed... But she seems to enjoy teasing me...

"I am known... as Witch, dear... What's yours?" She told me her name. While getting a bit close to me.

"... Fallen Hunter. Fallen from Grace, hence the name."

All of a sudden, I can feel her embracing me from behind.

"What the?!"

"Oh? Never had a... women's touch?~ I pity you, Fallen... But it's alright... We all have our insecurities.~"

I shoved her away, but she already knew my intention and dodged in time. I was ready to pull out my Pax Claw, until.

"Whoa! Whoa! Chill out, Hunter! No need to get ahead of yourself!"

It was Spearman, he managed to grab my right arm but not too tightly. She giggled again, then...

"Ah. Spearman... You seem to know him easily."

"I know... He's really easy to get riled up... In a bad way." He then turned to me. "Let it go, okay? She's like that..."

I just huffed and let go. And then said...

"She has quite a habit huh?"

"You tell me. But she's a good person, Fallen Hunter. Just... Don't take her too seriously."

"... Very well."

I simply got into the Spirit Store, to buy some Hard Liquor...

"You're an unfriendly person, aren't you partner?"

"Like I care. Hard Liquors, eight bottles." I replied.

"More of your Fire Bombs again?" The Seller asked.

"Yeah. Cheaper than Gasoline that Goblin Slayer often has to pay. Yet still as effective." I replied.

"Not surprising considering that you're already skilled in this sort of stuff, Mister Fallen. The Rouges Guild could use a guy like you. Since you've known Carcass Gunrunner well for your ruthless skills."

I just let out a small smile before leaving with bottles of Hard Liquor (Already Paid).

"I'll consider it, I don't mind living a Triple Life."

He looked surprised, but smirked and said...

"Have a Good Hunt, Oh Good Hunter."

...

Welp. I'm an Undercover for the Rouges, An Adventurer by the Guild, and a Hunter by the Remnant AHA...

What a twist of fate.

I went back to the Guild and stocked some Firebombs. And gave some for Goblin Slayer, as usual. And then...

"... Is this for me?" Goblin Slayer asked.

"Yeah. Courtesy of Carcass Gunrunner. Here's your Throwing Knives too." I replied and gave her the throwing knives.

"Thank you, Hunter."

"No problem."

She nodded and holstered it after we'd stocked up. With that done... We head out to the next Goblin Cave. And as expected, he dealt with the Grunts while I dealt with the stronger ones. Even Shamans, and Hobgoblins. Looks like I made the right choice in making a switch of weaponry as most are dead by a headshot or a heartshot.

"Well, you're right. Looks like they didn't get lucky this time." As I executed a Hobgoblin.

"Agreed. We're lucky for now." Goblin Slayer as she's looking around.

This time we didn't find any Goblin Babies or Women used as a Breeding Stock. We got lucky for now.

...

After I'm done and head back. I took the reserve along with Goblin Slayer as we parted again. I then took a dangerous job with the Rouges and I along with Trevors went with it.

We took care of the Slavers, with Changling as our 3rd Temporary Hunter. And freed them. Took out a few with the Bayonet, with a few Spell Casters with a lead to their Skull. As Trevors and Changling took care of the rest...

"You're really good, Fallen! Never thought you were a good shot!" Changling told me.

"Is that so?" I replied.

"Yep! Spy will be glad to meet you if he's not busy that is..."

Changling got her share, while I got nothing... But he did grant me a free restock and a Serum... Which means Lynch is also here.

After injecting it to myself... I got myself some new traits...

Scopesmith: Not even a Scope will prevent me from killing you from a distance.

Quartermaster: I should start packing heavier Firepower if I face stronger enemies.

Iron Eye: I won't lose my trail against my prey, just from cocking a new round.

Assailant: My Throwing Knives and Throwing Axes are hungry for blood...

...

I decided to keep my current weapons and buy a Marksman Scope for my Vetterli. And replace my Knife with a few Throwing Axes.

Then I walked back to the Guild Resting Room. Put my gear down and laid myself on the bed...

Then closed my eyes... As I reminisce myself back at the time when I lost my parents...

...

...

...

Okay, I was lying. I didn't head back to the Guild's Room immediately.

I used an abandoned cabin, and there... I did a Solo Hunt in a Second Goblin Cave without Goblin Slayer's Knowledge. And took all four of Goblin Babies here. And along with that... On the ground...

I then grabbed one of the Goblin Baby held it on the Ritual Circle pulled out my Ritual Knife and said...

"N vnwl hrni dmgc hgnfphl he hrl sglmhpgli ez hrl jnvrh."

[I give this Dark Tribute to the Creatures of the Night.]

And stabbed it, as it screamed in pain and for help... But none awaits it... And then I picked the next one and did the same...

"ljhnhnli ez hrl ehrlg indl, msslwh ao ezzlgnjvi."

[Entities of the other side, accept my offerings.]

And another...

"Vgmjh al hrl ihgljvhr he ljd hrl fmoepi."

[Grant me the strength to end the Bayous.]

And finally the fourth one...

"Mjd hrl bnflgmhnej... ez ao dmajmhnej."

[And the liberation... of my Damnation.]

...

I can feel it...

In my veins...

In my head...

And those four sacrificed Goblin Babies... They've turned to black mist... And then...

{FOR YOUR TRIBUTE}

Some additional money... Along with their essence are now given to me... Along with knowledge of my future hunt... And extended my immunity to the Bayous...

Well... Let's hope nobody knows of this...

I then walked back to the Guild, not before cleaning my hands and my ritual knife. And then slept.

...

Guild Girl's POV...

Perfect... Now's my chance!

After making sure that no one is around anymore... I sneaked my way into Fallen Hunter's room... And after opening it with a spare key...

Oh? He must've got a scope attachment for his... Vettenli..? Ve... Argh... Gunrunner kept his sources secret, thanks to Fallen Hunter being smart...

No matter... I took off my clothes and with only my lingerie... I simply lay down next to him and hugged him...

Ah... Those scars... He fought those Demons and Monsters for a long while...

It's alright, Dear Hunter...~ I'll give you my warmth, to set your heart straight to me.~