Chapter 447 – Consultation Request.
More people than expected came through for consultation requests.
This is quite a surprising bam result.
It’s no wonder, though, since our guild has a barrier to entry from the start.
‘The Guild Name “Bio-Dildo and the Pillar Sisters,”‘ after all.
I couldn’t help but wonder how they even considered coming here despite such a guild name.
But then again, they must have arrived with their own troubles and expectations.
[Still, isn’t the number a bit too many? Is there really a need for this?]
‘The consultation requests at the guild are great since they don’t leave medical records.’
We decided to meet their expectations as best as we could.
“What brings you here?”
“I went on a spending spree in a mobile game. What should I do?”
And the troubles people brought were as diverse as the number of them.
“In that case, I recommend spending more!”
“Didn’t you hear the phrase ‘I’m doomed’? Think before you speak!”
Some just wanted advice on their spending habits.
“If you stop now, you’re doomed; if you keep spending, it’s still in progress, right?”
“Oh.”
Conversely, there were also those who carried worries from their jobs.
“My boss keeps ignoring my emails, and it’s driving me nuts.”
“Have you tried talking to him directly?”
“I did, but it was a one-time thing. Eventually, it’s the same old story.”
Well, you could say that’s somewhat inevitable.
“Anyway, how can I make sure he reads my email right away?”
“In that case, try sending an eye-catching subject line.”
“Like how?”
Office work inherently contradicts human instincts.
Besides, most people are relatively weak within their organizations.
“Send something like ‘[National Tax Service] Contact regarding unpaid taxes.'”
“Ah, but what if that doesn’t work?”
And it’s tough for the weak to voice their concerns.
“Then send something like ‘Salary Reduction Notice,’ and he’ll check it out.”
“Thank you! I’ll try it right away!”
It’s a structure where worries naturally pile up.
Workplace issues can be pretty exhausting.
Yet some might even express envy over this.
In severe cases, it could even escalate to hatred.
“Isn’t my boyfriend insane? Why is he discussing work-life issues with a job seeker?”
“You must have had a hard time.”
As you may have guessed, the subject is a job seeker.
“I haven’t even gotten a job yet, and he doesn’t understand my feelings…”
“You’re still young; there are plenty of opportunities. Don’t worry too much.”
Problems in work life arise simply because you’re in it.
Thus, job seekers might envy the problems that come with work life.
“Could I ask for a piece of advice, perhaps?”
“In that case, how about using birth control pills to match your cycle with important days?”
“Will that really help with getting a job?”
They haven’t even crossed the threshold of success in employment.
“Just tell your boyfriend you’re on birth control, so let’s go raw, shall we?”
“Oh! That’s also about getting a job!”
Meanwhile, someone came in with concerns that are a bit sensitive to discuss openly.
“The person I’m seeing is moving way too fast. Should I mention it?”
“They need to know to hold back! Just give them a strong piece of your mind!”
The most significant cases are often those stemming from relationships.
“Alright, can I make a call here?”
“Yes, of course!”
This is bound to happen due to humans being social animals.
Resulting in each individual facing various large and small worries.
“Professor, you fucking bastard! Make some progress on your research at a reasonable pace!”
[Ah, so they were on different paths.]
‘No wonder they said they would meet often—fck…*’
Among those, relationship problems tend to arise the most.
“My girlfriend has the same name as my dad, and it’s tough every time we have sex.”
“How about coming up with a nickname for her during those times?”
In essence, lovers are two different people in love.
“It feels a bit odd to call my dad’s name as a nickname…”
“Get out, you dog.”
Thus, there’s a closer connection roped in between them than with others.
However, when issues arise in such close relationships.
They’re generally more numerous and severe compared to typical cases.
Well, that’s only natural considering the nature of love.
“Actually, I had relations with a polymorphed dragon.”
“Oh, that’s impressive. But what problem brought you here?”
Love, when it ignites, burns brighter than anything else.
“While we were at it, the polymorph wore off, and it turned out to be a male.”
“……That must have been tough. Your heart must be in turmoil.”
When it cools, it can feel colder than winter’s snow.
“Back then, it was a total blast. How can I get them to give it another go?”
“You can also leave my guild, fck.”
As a result, worries forged in love are sharper and far more dangerous.
[Why haven’t these dogs shown up until now?]
‘As expected, fck…*’
And occasionally, someone might come looking for help due to marital issues.
“My wife doesn’t look like a woman anymore, and it’s too tough.”
“How about getting her some makeup and trying out cosplay?”
The biggest issue in marriage is often the monotony that sets in.
“I’ve already tried that, but, well, her looks are…”
“Oh… it’s an essential issue. My apologies.”
This might stem from familiarity built over long years of living together.
But sometimes, it just suddenly happens when they lose their youthful appearance.
In such cases, seeking improvements through counseling is usually best.
“Husband! In times like this, saving that money to buy lots of alcohol is the best!”
“Alcohol? What on earth good would that do?!”
Since they came to a hunter, we decided to solve it in a hunter’s way.
“If the client drinks a lot, they’ll look prettier!”
“Oh.”
Meanwhile, not everyone bringing a consultation had worries.
“Actually, I came to brag!”
“What’s that?”
Occasionally, someone shows up just to showcase their achievements.
“I got a full scholarship! Jealous?”
“Congratulations on the full tuition exemption. Now you just need to survive mentally.”
[Is it a heart problem, or a mom (mental) one?]
‘Both, I guess.’
Well, it’s understandable.
Even if there’s a desire to show off to others.
“You said the client got a plus on their grades this time?”
If done carelessly, it could end up harming others.
After all, this world is filled with nothing but crazy people.
So, they must be filling their vanity under the guise of consultation in the guild.
“I’m fcked.”
“Ummmmm~!!!”
[Oh, that plus?]
‘Must be heating things up a bit.’
However, it’s not only civilians who seek us out.
Usually, guild requests are most often civilians applying for hunters.
In reality, it doesn’t matter who applies during the request process.
“Actually, I came to ask Hyeji something.”
“What is it?”
So, hunters visiting our guild happens from time to time.
Honestly, it’s odd for hunters from other guilds to come for consultations.
But upon further thought, it’s not entirely incomprehensible.
Regardless of whether hunters might not be human.
“The Guild Master doesn’t agree with what I said. Should I use violence?”
“Violence is never the answer.”
At least, they’re humans who think, thus leading to their worries.
Moreover, this type of worry tends to be better sought outside their guild.
“……Why do you say that? I thought you’d feel the same as I do, Hyeji.”
“Violence is not the answer. It’s the question.”
“……Huh…?”
In the hunter society, survival of the fittest reigns.
If you happen to reveal a hidden weakness.
Other hunters will attack that vulnerability strategically.
“And the answer is always just Yes.”
“That means…”
Even if it’s a guild mate, exceptions don’t apply.
“Kill.”
“Thank you!”
Still, a consultation request is somewhat like a consultation.
In some cases, the client can identify the root of their problem.
And in the end, they might even stumble across the answer to that issue themselves.
Even though we hadn’t led the advice.
“What should I do if my older brother has depression?”
“If you just think about it a bit, you’ll find the answer.”
Actually, this is a proper consultation.
In a medical context, the consultant is merely a supporting role.
Thus, the consultant merely helps the client and guides them in their direction.
Ultimately, deciding to walk that path lies solely with the client.
“Got it! I’ll just become the most reliable being for them!”
“That’s exactly right. Since you’re their younger sister, be someone they can depend on.”
Honestly, what we offer is closer to informal consultations within the guild.
Because of that, it slightly worried me as it’s far from a medical consultation.
But still, having such proper consultations was indeed a good thing.
“In that case, I’ll just end up getting depression first!”
“Th-That’s not it!!!”
‘So, the saying goes that to heal a wound, you must create a wound first.’
[So that’s why petrification is also a healing item, huh?]
‘……That’s not it, you dog.’
And so, our consultation requests continued.
