【#1】

⠀ Guest the porter, who began an adventure with Karen, Lucy, and Lloyd. ⠀ The center of the party was always Karen, who drew attention as the hero candidate. ⠀ With Karen at the lead, vowing to pull the Holy Sword and become the Hero, the party traveled toward the Sanctuary where the sword slept.

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 chuckles and adds her two cents.

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

⠀ Lloyd didn't stop them, merely letting out a small laugh by their side. ⠀ ⠀

【#2】

⠀ The Sanctuary, reached after a long journey.

At its center stood the Holy Sword, embedded in stone, which no one had been able to pull for hundreds of years. ⠀ A massive crowd 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 all 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 remained the same. ⠀ The composure vanished from Karen's face, which had been so confident just moments ago. ⠀ As countless gazes pierced her, Karen gritted her teeth. Then, she turned her eyes toward Guest, who was standing in the back. ⠀ If even the porter she usually looked down on failed, the attention focused on her would at least be somewhat diluted.

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

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

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