Isekai Grimoire System

Chapter I: The Sudden Oddity (IV)

Archie took a trip out for the first time since his awakening. The distance between the Whitehall residence and Shellfrod is not too far, only about an hour away by horse-drawn carriage.

One carriage is used to pack their gifts and supplies. In the center of the formation was the carriage he and Layla rode in. In front of it was the carriage used by the bodyguards.

"I didn't know you were coming, Archie."

"Is it? I wanted to thank your families in person. Besides, it wouldn't be strange for your fiancé to visit.”

A reason like gratitude was more than enough. For the rest, Archie was teasing Layla a bit.

"Isn't your horse tired, Uncle? You've just arrived and left immediately,” Archie asked the coachman.

“Haha, it's okay, Young Master. We've equipped the horses with magic items. Moreover, a trip like this wouldn't be enough to tire you out, would it, Molly?"

The horse neighed and raised its front legs excitedly, hearing its name being called. “Woah, woah, Relax, Molly. I know you enjoy taking our lovely match with you, but be careful."

Their carriages are equipped with various magic items to support the passengers’ comfort, especially since this was a carriage used by noblemen.

Archie continues to reveal one mystery after another through his light questions. He knew that the coachman’s class was a Carnal Discipline. Not a class meant for combat, but that seemed to be how classes worked in the world.

“I don't have the potential to become an adventurer. However, I am also enjoying my current life.” The coachman was happy to tell Archie about his life, who seemed very interested.

"Oh, look at that, Mr. Erick is back."

In front of the carriage group, a man was riding a dashing horse. His body was clad in gray armor, and two swords were crossed behind his back.

“He is Mr. Erick. Although not as great as Young Master's father, as a swordsman and Spellsword Master class, his abilities cannot be underestimated,” added the coachman.

“What can a Spellsword Master do?” Archie continued asking without stopping.

Layla, who was only reading in the corner, finally joined the conversation, "Erick can cast magic as a skill or as a buff or debuff to increase the efficiency of his attacks. Spellsword's playing style is different from Assassin's, but in general, many people say it is almost the same,” she explained.

"Excuse me," said the person from outside the carriage.

Archie opened the window so they could meet each other's eyes.

"Please excuse me, Young Master," Erick greeted with a smile, "Miss Layla, I saw a crowd ahead. An irregular dungeon seems to have spawned,” he explained.

“Looks like they're moving pretty fast, huh? Alright, we'll stop by there first," replied Layla.

After the small talk ended, the carriage stopped at the side of the road, where the crowd was.

"How is the implementation process?" asked Layla, who immediately approached the crowd.

The four people wore matching clothes, like a blue official employee's shirt. While eight other people wear clothes and equipment according to their class, some carry swords, maces, and staffs. On top of that, one could guess their class more easily by looking at them.

“Oh, Miss Layla. Everything is going smoothly, we have noted most of the requirements.” A man with a short beard approached Layla as soon as they noticed her arrival.

"They look tough, does this count as a raid?" asked Archie, secretly following Layla from behind.

"Hmm?" the officers looked at Archie, who was seen seriously observing the gate. “Oh, no. Even though this was an Irregular Dungeon, but still in a green level. Two parties are more than enough to investigate,” they explained.

A green-level dungeon. It was named because of the greenish light emitting inside the dungeon gate. The gate was nearly five meters high and two meters wide. Archie couldn't see any further inside, as there was only a shapeless mass of green light in the middle of the door.

Layla constantly monitors their performance and makes sure everything is running perfectly.

According to Archie, this is the same as when someone in a high position suddenly conducts an impromptu inspection.

The administrative process for handling irregular dungeons is quite strict. Everything is recorded orally and in writing.

"Okay, then give me the report sheets when you're done."

"As you wish, Miss Whitehall!” The four officers answered in unison.

Their journey resumed after all of Layla's business was finished.

"We have arrived, Young Master."

"Welcome, Young Master Archie, Miss Layla."

It was surprising that Archie saw Erick's figure spurring his horse away from the group. Apparently, he immediately informed the whole house that a guest was coming with them.

As they got off the carriage, they were greeted by five maids and Erick, who was standing by them. Then from their back, the figure of a person was walking over.

"I’m back—I mean, we're back, Father." Layla greeted the person and lowered her head.

"Sorry for my impudence, who came without words, Mr. Zachari," said Archie, lowering his head.

“Hahaha, what can't be helped, the children who used to suckle on their mother's lap are now grown up. We as parents can’t keep look after you like a tenderling anymore," said the mature man, Zachary Whitehall.

"As our gratitude to the Whitehall family, please accept the gifts our mother had prepared." Archie stares at one of the horse carriages, where they pack gifts.

“Hmm…hmm…A gift from Shellford family will never disappointed us.”

"I am sorry, but this cannot be equated with your help to us," Archie replied, trying to win the situation.

"Ha ha ha." Zachary released his laugh freely. "Even though it hasn't been that long, but I feel you are a completely different person, Archie."

As a former civil servant, Archie knows how to win over someone.

"I’m a grown man, I must immediately take the action and be responsible for what I have done."

Although Archie said it confidently, some people heard it had another meaning, and in a few moments, although a little late, Archie also realized it.