After their victorious battles in the dungeon, Kazuki, Garron, Elara, and Rinara made their way to the nearby town. It was bustling with life, and the air was filled with the scent of freshly baked bread and the hum of merchants calling out their goods. The group headed for the local shops to upgrade their equipment, especially Rinara, who was in need of better robes and a staff to match her growing magical prowess.

  The shopkeeper, a stout man with a white apron, greeted them enthusiastically. “Ah, new adventurers! I’ve got just what you need!” He led them to the back, where enchanted robes shimmered in various colors. Rinara selected a set that was both elegant and practical, enchanted to boost her mana regeneration and improve her defense against magical attacks. Her new staff was a finely crafted piece of work, adorned with a crystal that glowed faintly with light magic.

  “Thank you,” Rinara said, feeling much more prepared for the battles ahead.

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  With the new gear in tow, the group made their way to the adventurer’s guild. As they entered, they were greeted by the usual bustle of guild members preparing for quests and submitting reports. Kazuki stepped forward, ready to submit their victorious battles and the loot they had collected from their most recent dungeon.

  The guild receptionist, a young woman with short brown hair, looked at them with a smile. “Back again, are we? I’ll make sure to record your victories.”

  As the group provided the details of their accomplishments, the receptionist nodded approvingly. “You’ve done well. Let me update your records.” She wrote everything down on a parchment before looking up at them. “Garron, Elara, and Kazuki, you’ve all been promoted to B-rank.”

  The trio exchanged pleased glances. It was a well-deserved promotion after the trials they had faced.

  She then turned to Rinara. “And for you, Rinara, there will be no change in your rank, as you are already a B-rank adventurer.”

  Rinara nodded, satisfied with her current standing. She had worked hard to get to this point, and though she hadn’t gained a promotion today, it didn’t bother her.

  After completing the submission and gathering their rewards, the group headed out into the town once again. They had made a name for themselves, and now, they would prepare for the next step in their journey. The road ahead was uncertain, but with their new rank and the growing strength of their party, they were more than ready to face whatever challenges lay ahead.