Because Janitor-san Is Not a Hero - Chapter 17 Akari

A man emerges from the corner of the dark room.
The man takes only one step forward, and the blue moonlight reveals his figure.

The man has messy black hair and brown eyes with a vigilant gaze. He is wearing unknown worn out clothes and shoes that had been mend numerous times.
His physique could be considered medium in size or slightly pet.i.te; although, his robust torse compensates for his small stature. The mans forearms are especially well developed.
Despite his vagrant like appears, the man doesnt smell and he is neatly trimmed.

Makus.h.i.+mu doesnt recognize the mans complexion.
Makus.h.i.+mu () isnt aware of which tribe, or ethnic group the man is from; nor does he know the mans home country and nationality.
The persons ethnicity is different from the people who live in the area southeast of the continent. And, the man doesnt appear to one of the mountain folks.
On the other hand, the man doesnt seem like a town dweller or a vagrant. The mans presence is different than that of a refugee.
It could be said that the man was a criminal but he doesnt seem to be one.
Makus.h.i.+mu stares at Kurando.
Kurando merely shrugs his shoulders.
Will this do? I dont have much time, you see? (Kurando)
Is Akari safe? (Makus.h.i.+mu)
Quiet safe. She is ready to leave anytime. (Kurando)
Phew, I see (Makus.h.i.+mu)
Makus.h.i.+mu had perceived that Akaris ability had labeled the villagers as her enemy. It seems that Makus.h.i.+mu is aware of Akaris ability.
So, who are you? (Kurando)
tsk, youre quite impudent. Whats your name? (Makus.h.i.+mu)
John (). (Kurando)
I hate fake names. Nevermind, my name is Makus.h.i.+mu. As you can see, I am a descendant from the giant race. In the worst case scenario if you betray me, I will kill you. (Makus.h.i.+mu)
The man from the giant race directs overwhelming blood thirst towards Kurando.

Makus.h.i.+mu stays seated on the bed. In perspective Makus.h.i.+mu is twice the size of Kurando; he is wearing a dull colored s.h.i.+rt and baggy trousers; he has a mustache and combed down red hair. With his blue eyes Makus.h.i.+mu stares at Kurando.
Although it is not that era, Makus.h.i.+mu would most likely be the splitting image of Hercules ().

This was the first time that Kurando felt blood thirst from a person; he couldnt stop his own body from breaking out into a cold sweat.
However, Kurando wasnt allowtoexpress his anxiety on his face; if he did, Kurando wouldve loss his composer. At the very least Kurando thought this to be truth.
haha, scary, scary. (Kurando)
Kurando felt a little relief after saying something; although, with having said such words he didnt feel all that comfortable.
The agitated Makus.h.i.+mu clicks his tongue.
Well, c.o.c.ky b.a.s.t.a.r.d, you understand what will happen to you right. (Makus.h.i.+mu)
After Makus.h.i.+mu grumbles while making a sour expression, he starts to explain the situation. The story was very unpleasant.
As Kurando listens to Makus.h.i.+mu, Kurando started to feel relieved. There seems to have been a misunderstanding.

Makus.h.i.+mu speaks with pa.s.sion and angry as he talks about the events surrounding the situation.
Aside from Zaura, only four other old-n.o.ble hunters () had returned from the white phantom subjugation.
Zaura falsely reported that Akari had intentionally lead the group of hunter into the nest of a giant th.o.r.n.y spider (Atorabas.h.i.+ku), and that had resulted in the groups annihilation.
Neither the hunter a.s.sociation nor the government launched a proper investigation. Akari was immediately put on the most wanted list. She is currently wanted dead or alive.
In the frontier regions of Dorugan respect is very important to hunters; those who betray a fellow hunter will be severely punished.
Of course they didnt accept Makus.h.i.+mus appeal.
Contrary to his expectation, Rooranas () parliament strongly objected Makus.h.i.+mus investigation. Normally when a just sentencing is demanded a number of investigators are sent out. But, in this matter none were.
The Roorana parliament had cut ties with the hero, Akari. They had decided to give up on the lesser hero Akari since they already have the other hero that is far superior. If they did choose to save Akari then that would crush Dorugans honor. And if that would had happened, then the relations.h.i.+p with Dorugan would be even worse.

I understand that the b.a.s.t.a.r.d, Zauru, is lying but I need evidence. (Makus.h.i.+mu)
What about the other hunters? (Kurando)
The hunters that had returned are all that b.a.s.t.a.r.d Zaurus protege. They all gave the same story. (Makus.h.i.+mu)
Can you search for evidence yourself or are you unable to? (Kurando)
Stop talking so coldly. Haha, if I could I wouldve already done so. (Makus.h.i.+mu)
I have a habit of speaking this way. (Kurando)
Tsk if by chance I come across Akari, then the people who are watching me will be lead to her. If that were to happen then the country will also be after me. And, then I would also be on the run. (Makus.h.i.+mu)
Upon saying so, Makus.h.i.+mu had a mortified expression.
I see, then what do you plan to do? (Kurando)
As Kurando listen to the affairs of another person, Makus.h.i.+mus eyes were s.h.i.+fting around.
First, I need to talk with Akari and hear her side of the story. But, before that what is your objective? (Makus.h.i.+mu)
For some reason Kurando has a troubled expression.
My purpose, huh? (Kurando)

Kurando is truthfully troubled.
He didnt have a goal. Kurando had descended to this village on a whim.
It has been about 580 day since he was summoned onto this mountain. He had thought that perhaps by going here it would cause a s.h.i.+ft in his daily life.
A change in pace would be nice, but he didnt want to be caught up in anything complicated.
In the first place Kurando doesnt have any real relations.h.i.+p to the hero, Akari. They dont know one another well enough. Kurando doesnt want any trouble.
He doesnt want to be found out by the residence of this world nor by the people who were summoned along side him. This situation is only a big ha.s.sle.
Kurandos best bet is to say he is a native of this world who happens to be a mountain hermit that is currently visiting the village.
And so, as a mountain hermit Kurando had rescued Akari.
No that wont work. It is perhaps only a matter of time before Makus.h.i.+mu learns of the connection between Akari and Kurando.
Can Kurando trust Makus.h.i.+mu?
It isnt like he can read another persons mind or their intentions.

First, swear that no information I tell you will leave this room. (Kurando)
Huh? (Makus.h.i.+mu)
Akari had also swore it. I just want to live quietly. (Kurando)
I dont who you are nor do I know if youre a foreign soldier from somewhere, but why should I make a promise to you? (Makus.h.i.+mu)
A person who cant keep a promise is sc.u.m. Well, I wont put my live in your hands. (Kurando)
something like a hunters code. (Makus.h.i.+mu)
Good. For now, please think of me as a mountain hermit who had been hiding in the mountains. (Kurando)
Have you been hiding there all this time? (Makus.h.i.+mu)
Somehow you must have figured out a bit. Be careful not to leak anything. (Kurando)
Makus.h.i.+mu makes a troubled expression.
Kurando ignores Makus.h.i.+mu and continues to speak.
This time around my purpose is to be the mediator between you and Akari. No reward is necessary; please, think of me as a third party. (Kurando)
Just call me Makus.h.i.+mu. Good intentions, huh? Youre not trying to trick me, right? (Makus.h.i.+mu)
Is Akari currently on Arerudouria () mountain? How is her condition? (Makus.h.i.+mu)
Does the white phantom exist? (Makus.h.i.+mu)
Lets see, I didnt leave the mountain; so, I dont know its name. But, last year people from a neighboring area hunted a big magical beast. (Kurando)
Haha, that was me. It was beyond human capabilities. (Makus.h.i.+mu)
You wont be able to go there now. Around this time of year the winds will be too strong. (Kurando)
I see. So that was how it was. Did you see me up there? If that is the case, we were being observed then, were you the one watching us? (Makus.h.i.+mu)
Kurando needs to tread carefully, because Makus.h.i.+mu and Akari will eventually meet up.
may I inquire as to what one would do to survive? (Kurando)
Did you enter the mountain with the intent to kill? (Kurando)
Never mind, I was the one who instigated the spider attack. (Kurando)
Makus.h.i.+mu frowns.
You were the one who set this up? (Makus.h.i.+mu)
In the middle of the conversation blood l.u.s.t lingers in the air.
Dont worry youll understand after listening to what I have to say. Coincidently, the beast they came to hunt is the one Im currently living with and it is also the child of the magical beast you had hunted. Because of that I didnt have a choice. (Kurando)
for the live of Iruniiku? Youre joking right, was there a need to instigate a spider attack for that reason? (Makus.h.i.+mu)
Well, forgive my ignorance. (Kurando)
now remember your promise. Will you inform your superior? (Kurando)
Running away! are you going to use Akari as a s.h.i.+eld. (Makus.h.i.+mu)
have you no compa.s.sion; why use a woman as a s.h.i.+eld! (Makus.h.i.+mu)
Someone who breaks their promise is a pathetic person!
After threatening one another it became silent.

Okay then, tomorrow wait at the campsite near the spiders territory. I will get in contact with you there. I will say this just in cause, please, come alone. (Kurando)
Kurando waited in the darkness for Makus.h.i.+mus reply before exiting the room.

No traces were left in the inn; only Makus.h.i.+mu was left in the room.
Doesnt want to yield and doesnt want to take responsibility. (Makus.h.i.+mu)
Makus.h.i.+mu thought of Kurando as a benign poison that isnt harmful in everyday life, but when it wants to survive it self-destructs and begins to spread.
However, if Kurando sacrifices Akari then Makus.h.i.+mu looks toward his axe that is leaning against the wall.