Sōzoku Shita Sofu no Ie no Urayama ni Danjon ga Dekimashita - Chapter 61

Takaya and Misuzu Become A-Rank Explorers

Right now, Misuzu-san and I were at the Explorer’s Guild, listening to the branch manager talk.

Apparently, both of us had officially become A-rank explorers.

A lot of people had witnessed us defeating the Lich, so it couldn’t be kept secret anymore.

Until now, the branch manager had worked hard to keep things under wraps, but he said it was no longer possible.

I didn’t really want to stand out… but if it can’t be helped, then so be it.

Besides, Misuzu-san had tamed both Fenrir and Carbuncle.

There isn’t anyone else who’s tamed two such incredible magical beasts.

The branch manager explained that if we remained at a low rank, there was a risk of fools trying to intimidate or manipulate us.

So, it was actually better for us to rise to a high rank—less trouble that way.

Also, my Job was now officially recognized as Spirit User!

Until now, the Job “Spirit User” wasn’t acknowledged, so my explorer card had me listed as a Tamer.

I did it!

We handed our explorer cards to the woman standing beside the branch manager.

She left the room briefly, then returned with new cards.

Both mine and Misuzu-san’s cards were now marked A-Rank.

Sitting next to me, Misuzu-san blurted out:

“We were just out on a walk, and now we’re A-rank!”

The branch manager immediately frowned and furrowed his brow.

“Misuzu. Listen carefully. Normal people don’t take walks in dungeons. Got it? And don’t go inviting others on dungeon strolls! Understood?”

To that, Misuzu-san cheerfully replied:

“Yes! I understand! I won’t invite anyone—it would interfere with my dates with Takaya-san!”

The branch manager pressed a hand to his temple in exasperation.

And that’s when it hit me… I see.

So that was a date.

That’s why we held hands and brought lunch together.

I had a hunch, but now it’s confirmed!

Misuzu-san is my girlfriend!

Yes! I was so happy I couldn’t help but grin.

No, wait—that’s bad. If the branch manager sees this, he’ll definitely say something.

I had to get a grip.

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Later, the branch manager was amazed by the equipment I gave Misuzu-san—its specs were so ridiculous, even he was stunned.

“Misuzu. You got yourself some fine gear! It’s not just the performance, even the design is excellent. It suits you really well.”

“Yes! It’s a treasure I received from Takaya-san! I’ll cherish it for the rest of my life!” Misuzu-san replied with a beaming smile.

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And just like that, Misuzu-san and I became A-rank explorers. Naturally, our party Sunrise was now A-rank as well.

In this branch, the highest-ranked party before us was a single B-rank team.

There were three C-rank teams.

So now, Sunrise was officially the highest-ranked party in the branch.

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Afterward, we decided to celebrate our promotion to A-rank.

I sent Kenta-san a message letting him know we were heading home first.

Since Snow and Shiratama were with us, we couldn’t go into a regular restaurant.

So instead, we bought our favorite cakes and decided to eat them at home.

We also bought some for my mom and Kenta-san, then the two of us walked home hand in hand.

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📘 Translator’s Notes (Chapter: 拓哉と美鈴はＡランク探索者になる)

• 探索者 (tansakusha): Translated as "explorer" rather than "adventurer" to better fit this world’s tone.

• リッチ (Richi): “Lich,” an undead sorcerer in many fantasy settings.

• 精霊使い (Seirei-tsukai): “Spirit User,” now confirmed as Takaya’s official Job.

• テイム (Tame): Kept as “Tame” for familiarity with JRPGs/isekai fans; refers to magical beast bonding.

• フェンリル・カーバンクル: Fenrir (mythical wolf) and Carbuncle (gem-beast often appearing in FF-style stories).

• デート (Date): The humor in this scene rests on Takaya’s delayed realization that their “walk” through a dungeon was Misuzu’s idea of a date.

• 白玉 (Shiratama): A cute name meaning “white dumpling,” often used for pets or familiars.

• Sunrise: The party name in katakana; translated directly as-is.

• Party Rank System: Common in isekai stories—parties are ranked independently of individual member ranks.