Monster Hunter: Wild Pointer

Joda pointed to the huge plate filled with grilled meat that had just been served and made a "help yourself" gesture, "There's also a saying that the Fortress Guerrillas are a gathering place for low-star hunters.

This statement may sound a bit harsh, but it is actually correct. After all, it is a 'cradle'."

Joda glanced at Orlan and smiled, “Some young birds will grow here until they are fully fledged, and then fly away.

There are also some old birds that love home and will choose to stay in the nest, picking up two branches every day and doing some repairs.

The Citadel is just such a place."

Chapter 9: Orlan's Talent

Orlan nodded slowly, thinking.

Joda smiled. As an old man who had been in the Fortress Guerrillas for nearly thirty years, he knew very well what a little guy like Orlan was worried about.

Without waiting for the latter to ask, he proactively offered two options. "It's different from the days of volunteering. Today's Fortress Guerrillas have funds specially allocated by the Rocklark Guild, and even a dedicated logistical support system.

In other words, it can be treated as a stable job.

The fixed salary, free accommodation, and on-demand equipment are all very attractive.”

At this point, he suddenly changed the subject, "But, I can see that you're not interested in this arrangement, young man. You haven't thought about staying in the Fortress Guerrillas for long, have you?"

"Yeah." Orlan nodded without hesitation.

It's embarrassing to say that his original idea was just to find a place to live when he ran away from home, but somehow it turned into joining the Fortress Guerrillas.

“There are actually quite a few young people who have similar ideas as you, so we have corresponding strategies.

Just think of it as a short-term job, a week or two is fine, a few months is fine, a year would be even better.

Although the fixed salary will be lower, you will have more freedom in terms of time. I can assign you more hunting and subjugation missions, which are approved by the guild and can be counted towards the number of missions. They will not affect your promotion to two stars.

Accommodation and equipment can also be provided. Of course, the equipment is only a temporary loan and must be returned when you leave."

Aolan was stunned. "Aren't these conditions too lenient?"

"Ha!" Qiao Da used a fork to pick up a large piece of barbecue and put it on Orlan's plate. "Of course, not everyone can get such treatment, but you are a genius after all.

Isn't it normal to give you a little discount? But remember, if you plan to resign, you must tell me a few days in advance, otherwise it will affect your work arrangements."

Now that the other party has said this, it would be rude to refuse.

There is no need to worry about being cheated. The City Fortress Guerrillas are well-known and will not cheat a small hunter like me.

What's more, the Fortress Guerrillas were actually directly led by the Rocklark Guild, a guild leader with a mustache he was quite familiar with.

"Then please give me your guidance." Orlan stood up and bowed to Qiao Da who was across the table.

"Oh! We desert people don't use that kind of etiquette." Qiao Da walked over with a big laugh, stretched out his greasy hands and hugged him, and his short beard like steel needles pricked his face and hurt.

Seize the opportunity to eat hot sand and sea buckthorn.

The best way to eat barbecue is to wolf it down. In a short time, the big plate of barbecue was divided up by three people and one cat.

"Ah~! I'm full!" Resha patted his belly and said happily.

Seabuckthorn also yawned and squinted his eyes, "Meow——"

"You're the one who eats the most!" Qiao Da glared at Resha. "You skipped work and you're eating for free. But since you brought Orlan here, I won't bother with you."

After saying that, he turned to Aolan and said, "Let's have Resha take you to get a set of equipment. Although the guerrilla suit is not a high-level armor, it is still slightly better than the one you are wearing.

You need a place to stay, right? Let Resha take you there too. If you have any questions, just ask her.

We won't assign you a patrol area. You mainly want to do subjugation missions so that you can accumulate the number of missions required to be promoted to two stars, right?

There are so many missions like this that you can't finish them all, so we'll assign you a few more. When you have some free time, you can go on patrol with Resha Seabuckthorn and the others for a change of pace."

Orlan nodded.

"That's it, you guys should hurry up and leave. We still have a lot to do this afternoon. Sea Buckthorn, keep an eye on Resha for us and don't let her wander around and slack off."

"Yes, meow!"

Resha made a face at Qiao Da and left with Oran and Seabuckthorn.

Joda sat in his seat for a while, as if waiting for someone.

Sure enough, a few minutes later, a woman wearing a gauze skirt and a scarf, the standard attire of desert residents, sat down opposite him.

"I felt that someone was following that kid from a distance, and it turned out to be you." Qiao Da said with his arms crossed.

The other party removed the veil covering her face and said, "I'm sorry that the child has troubled you."

Qiao Da sighed, "Ms. Huali, although you are the child's teacher and adoptive mother, isn't it a bit inappropriate to follow him all the way?"

Huali's always expressionless face couldn't help but reveal some embarrassment, "You misunderstood, this is the first time I've done this, the main reason is..."

After pausing for several seconds, she continued, "I'm planning to leave."

"Wow? That's good." Qiao Da smiled.

Locklak is not small, but not that big either. As the leader of the fortress guerrillas, it is impossible for him to know everyone.

But as a foreigner who had settled in Rocklark for a long time and also a dual-sword wielder, Huali, of course he knew her and knew some things about her.

He knew that her strength as a hunter was even higher than his, and the reason she was stuck at five stars was entirely because she pleaded with the president and refused the mission to be promoted to six stars.

There is a watershed between five stars and six stars. Five stars and below are the so-called "lower levels". Accepting tasks is entirely voluntary and completely free.

But once you reach the "upper position" of six stars or above, you will need to accept assignments from the guild and travel to various places to handle high-difficulty incidents.

But she can't leave

"Although we haven't known each other for long, I can sense that he's a calm and composed child with abilities far beyond his peers. He'll have no problem venturing out on his own. I don't know what's holding you back."

There was another long silence. Qiao Da could see that Huali was hesitating about something, so he didn't urge her.

Almost a minute passed before she spoke again, "Olang has great talent as a hunter. Very good."

"We know this. To become a full-fledged hunter before the age of seventeen, how could one not have good talent?"

"No, that's not what I meant." Huali organized her words, "His coordination is extraordinary. When I first discovered this, I thought he would become a dual-sword wielder like me in the future.

But after a period of training, I found that his strength was also not weak. Although not the top one, it was fully up to the standard of using heavy weapons.

At that time, I thought that he might be more suitable for weapons that can transform into different shapes, such as shield axe and slashing axe."

Jodha nodded as he listened.

"After Haifa heard about this, he ran over happily and jokingly taught him the technique of charging the greatsword. He learned it just as quickly.

I didn't take it to heart at the time. After all, although hunters who are good at using multiple weapons are rare, they do exist.

Until one day, I saw him at the training ground, holding up a double-bladed sword in both hands, practicing a charged slash for fun."

Joda continued to nod, "Hmm?"

Any swordsman knows that a charged strike with a greatsword is not achieved by simply tensing the muscles. During the charging process, the weight of the greatsword itself is particularly crucial.

Just like forging iron, the weight of the forging hammer is necessary, and a master craftsman cannot hit the iron block with his bare hands.

Unless someone has honed their martial arts skills to the extreme, they can achieve a similar effect simply by relying on the resistance between muscles. With that level of skills, it is not surprising to be able to use a charged slash while holding an umbrella.

But Aolan obviously does not possess this level of martial arts skills.

In this way, there is only one reason why he can do this, and that is some special talent beyond the comprehension of ordinary people.

Huali continued in a low voice, "After so many years of development, the weapons and techniques used by hunters have become fixed. Even though new moves are developed from time to time, the 'core' of various weapons remains unchanged.

Just like the Qi training of the katana, the demonization of the dual swords, the charging of the greatsword, the inertia continuous attack of the sledgehammer, and so on.

But Orlan seems to be able to break through these limitations through his coordination and muscle control abilities that far exceed those of ordinary people.

You should be well aware of the implications of letting him develop freely."

"It means uncontrollable and dangerous." Qiao Da pressed his brows, "The formation of any weapon is based on the sacrifices of countless predecessors.

The reason why hunters are becoming stronger and stronger is because they are standing on the shoulders of the martyrs.

Aolang is like jumping on the shoulders of countless predecessors. If he stumbles and falls, he will be smashed to pieces."

Chapter 10 See You in the Future

"Yes, this is what I'm really worried about." Huali sighed softly, "You should have seen it before, he used the one-handed sword to perform the Ghost Dance.

The length, weight, and center of gravity of the two swords were all repeatedly modified and adjusted based on "Demonization" and "Rampage" before they were finally finalized.

If I were to use a one-handed sword to transform into a demon, I could do it, but if I were to use a one-handed sword to perform a demon dance, I might sprain my waist or even cut off my wrist.

Qiao Da, who was also a dual-sword wielder, nodded. He finally understood why Huali was always worried about Aolan.

"Then why did you suddenly decide to leave?"

Huali gave a somewhat forced smile, "Because I suddenly realized that he has really grown up.

After being promoted to one star and becoming a formal hunter, he has the ability to be independent. He can go wherever he wants and do whatever he wants. If I deny him, he might still listen to me now.

But will you listen to it forever?

Not to mention that I myself can't be sure whether the advice I gave him was right or wrong.

The president also reminded me that if I continued to manage the child in this way, the child might even turn to extremes.

Huali slumped her shoulders slightly, "Perhaps, the one who is bound is not me, but him. Now may be the time to let go."

Jodha gave Kari a sympathetic look.

He himself has a child who is no less than two years younger than Orlan, and runs around foolishly all day long.

He was a mediocre child, not suitable to be a hunter, and certainly not suitable to be a scholar or businessman. In the future, he would probably find a stable job and live a peaceful and stable life.

Orlan is much better than that kid, but at the same time, he has much more to face and endure.

"Is there anything I can help you with?" Joda asked.

"He promised me that he wouldn't use any weapon other than the sword without my permission.

The reason I made this restriction is that the one-handed sword is the most balanced, easiest to master, and safest of all weapons, which may protect him from being hurt by "himself".

But now, perhaps it’s time to lift that ban.”

Having said that, Huali placed her hands on her thighs, lowered her shoulders and head, and said, "Please tell him.

Ask yourself three times. If the answer is "yes", then do whatever you want. The teacher will always support you.

This is the key to your home. Please take care of yourself after the teacher leaves."

"Why don't you tell him in person?" Joda asked, somewhat puzzled. "Don't you plan to meet him again and say goodbye before leaving Rocklark?"

“No.” Huali stood up and bowed deeply again, “The child’s personality is the same as mine, he’s not used to this.

Whether it's regrets or complaints, let's save them for when we meet again in the future."

After being taken to the guerrilla warehouse and wearing a new set of Fortress Guerrilla protective gear, Orlan turned around, moved his arms, and stretched his legs, feeling that it fit him quite well.

This set of armor is a light armor that focuses on agility and will not affect his movements. He likes it very much.

"Is there anything that needs to be adjusted?" asked the craftsman nearby.

Aolan felt it carefully and said, "Can you tighten the abdomen and waistband a little bit? About two centimeters."

"of course."

This level of adjustment was very simple. The craftsman didn't even let him take off his equipment. He just readjusted the straps and it was done.

"Thank you very much." After expressing his thanks earnestly, Aolan walked out of the warehouse.

"Swish!" Resha, who was waiting outside, looked him over and whistled, "You look really good like this!"

"Really what?"

"It really is like the Fortress Guerrillas!"

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"I'm just kidding, don't be so serious, little brother Orlan!" Resha said with a grin, "Do you need weapons? Although the guerrillas can only provide the initial ore-based weapons, just like the hunter dagger you are using now.

But if you want to use other types of weapons, they can also be provided to you, such as dual swords.

Seabuckthorn just told me that you should be able to use dual swords, right?"

Aolan hesitated for a second, then shook his head and said, "No need. I have no plans to change weapons for the time being."