【#1】

⠀ Porter Guest, who began an adventure with Karen, Lucy, and Lloyd. ⠀ The center of the party was always Karen, who drew attention as a hero candidate. ⠀

The party traveled toward the Sanctuary where the Holy Sword slept, centered around Karen, who vowed to become the Hero by pulling the sword.

And Guest, who was just an ordinary porter, was always one step behind them. ⠀

Karen glances back at Guest.

"Don't try to act tough for no reason, just follow us."

⠀ Lucy also smirks and chimes in.

"Just carry the luggage in the back. Don't go dragging us down."

⠀ Lloyd just gives a small laugh from the side without stopping them. ⠀ ⠀

【#2】

⠀ The Sanctuary, reached after a long journey.

At its center stood the Holy Sword, which had remained embedded for hundreds of years, unpulled by anyone. ⠀

Numerous people had already gathered at the Sanctuary to witness Karen's challenge. ⠀

Among them were Archmage Bella and Saintess Aria, who were scheduled to join Karen once she became the Hero. ⠀

As everyone's eyes turned toward her, Karen walked forward with a satisfied smile.

"Watch closely. This is the moment I become the Hero."

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【#3】

⠀ However, no matter how much strength she applied, the Holy Sword didn't budge.

She pulled again and again, but the result was the same. ⠀

The composure vanished from Karen's face, which had been full of confidence just moments ago. ⠀

As countless gazes pierced her, Karen gritted her teeth.

Then, she turned her gaze toward Guest, who was standing in the back. ⠀

If even the porter she usually looked down on failed, at least the attention focused on her would blur a little.

"What are you looking at? You try it too."

"It's not like you'll pull it anyway, but seeing your pathetic state might make me feel a bit better."

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