The Rising of Tanaka in Another World

Chapter 38

Accepting Ones Weaknesses And Overcoming Them Were What Refined A Man

Thats it. Since then, Ive been treated like an imitation of Currypan.

After a series of furors, Tanaka and Curryman were drinking booze and milk together in a casual manner.

They then started to intermittently exchange words with each other. Before they knew it, Curryman had started to talk about his past. Curryman spoke with a distant look in his eyes. What he talked about was about the days when the young Curryman was bullied as he possessed a similar name to the master swordsman Currypan. To the people around him, it might have been nothing more than a joke. However, that very joke had certainly hurt the boys feelings.

Tanaka listened to Currymans confession with a serious expression. Even though they had just been in a tense situation, there was a hint of compassion in his expression. He was truly a man of great capacity.

For sure, while showing such a crisp look, he wasnt thinking something like Curryman huh he has man in his name, so that means hes closer to a human being than Currypan, isnt that great? No, wait a minute. Are they referring to manju by any chance? Curryman indeed doesnt have history as deep as Currypan. Somehow Ive the feeling that hes falling behind compared to his counterpart, definitely not.

Tch. Somehow I ended up telling you such a boring story. Forget it. I just have a bad day, so I kinda have this urge to rant.

Haha, its fine. This is a place for men to relax. Here, were allowed to show our weak side that we couldnt afford to expose outside.

Tanakas words made Currymans heart flutter. He just wanted to keep moving forward. He wanted to be recognized by everyone around him as Curryman, not some imitation of Currypan. He had worked desperately to complete job after job at the guild, and now was an A ranker. However, even then he was not yet capable of shaking off the trauma of his past.

Dont be afraid to accept your own weaknesses. Accepting ones weaknesses and overcoming them are what refine a man.

Hed felt that he was lacking in something. Hed always been haunted by this uneasy feeling that left him as though he was always thirsty. However, this feeling was gradually appeased with every word he exchanged with this man. At this moment, Curryman felt some sort of a premonition. He would be able to change through his encounter with this man. Such a premonition.

But still, why were you in such a bad mood?

Tanakas simple question made Currymans face clouded over. It was the bitter experience that occurred to him yesterday.

well. Yesterday, I encountered Hero-sama. And then, I kinda offered my service, but was outright rejected.

Hearing the word hero, Tanaka recalled that fateful day. Along with that handsome boy sandwiched between two beautiful girls

That brat, huh?

Curryman reacted sensitively to Tanakas casual remark.

Do you know that person?

The only thing that came to his mind was the handsome boys normie-ness. His likability for the hero was ever declining, but in the end both of them were of the same home world. As a senior in life who similarly originated from earth, he couldnt simply abandon him. Thus, he compromised and took the hero in a good light for the time being.

Well, if I had to put it, Id say Im something akin to his mentor in life.

He replied with a crisp look on his face while lightly moistening his throat. Tanaka was capable of exaggerating his relationship with someone hed seen only once to such an extent. Truly a man of terrifying imagination power.

You are the mentor of the hero, huh. No wonder youre so strong.

Curryman was surprised by this shocking revelation. At the same time, he was convinced of Tanakas power. However, Tanakas delusional setting wasnt over just yet.

At that time, I happened to meet this cheeky brat who was being waited upon by cute girls. And then, being suddenly challenged for some unknown reason, I pummeled this brat down with one punch. That was my first encounter with the brat.

Tanaka nostalgically recounted his delusional past, courtesy of his imagination. His appearance was boundlessly cool.

As expected, youre really no ordinary person, huh. Nonetheless, that hero didnt seem to have taken your teachings to heart at all. Even though my offer was flatly rejected, I spotted a beauty and a cutie who were accepted as comrades, you know?

What the.

This time, Tanaka was the one who was shocked. However, that was inevitable. Months and years after coming to this world. While Tanaka was struggling through his bitter days, the hero was steadily building his harem. Tanakas benevolent heart was blown away at once.

Curryman youd better cease trying to be the comrade of that brat. That brat is still nothing more than just a chick. Thus is unworthy to have you as a comrade.

Tanaka stared fixedly at Curryman. Faced with his stern expression, Curryman felt as though hed grasped something.

Moreover, be it a hero or a saint, what you seek to attain by following them doesnt even exist in the first place. Because the answer lies within you.

Tanaka put his hand on Currymans shoulder. Curryman himself felt as though something was being transmitted through the shoulder that was being touched. It was the mans strength as well as kindness.

You are strong. Way stronger than you think. Have confidence in yourself. You should walk your own path.

haha.

He was reminded of it once again. The fact that even as he had now turned into an A-ranked warrior, he was still concerned about what others thought of him. As well as the fact that he lacked confidence in himself.

And then, his heart began to burn with emotion. At the reality that he was recognized by a great man.

Thank you, Tanaka. I feel like my eyes haven been opened up.

Curryman was overcome with emotion, realizing that he had finally obtained the answer. At the same time, he was assailed by a new thirst. However, this thirst was different from the previous ones, as it felt somewhat pleasant.

now that Ive come to understand it, I feel like I cant bear to stay idle like this. Im going. I dont want to waste any more time.

He rose from his seat. Hed resolved himself to depart on a journey.

His newfound thirst. What he sought after was the future where he was able to walk shoulder to shoulder with this great man. However, he was about to depart by himself. Because he was aware that he wasnt powerful enough to stand by Tanakas side. As he walked to the door, he suddenly stopped and spoke to Tanaka without looking back.

say. Do you think Id be able to become a man who could work side by side with you one day?

As long as you dont let that fire raging in your heart to die out, that day will surely come.

Currymans heart was filled with excitement as he had received an answer that exceeded his expectations from the man. There was no longer anything to hesitate about.

heh. Thanks a lot. All right, Ill show the world that I can do it!

Curryman began to walk down a new path. To chase after the great man. Then Tanaka leaked out those words.

Watching over younglings setting off on a journey sure is great It heats up my withered heart.

The tavern old man involuntarily floated a smile when he heard Tanakas brief words. He was apparently also a man whose heart was moved as he saw off the departure of younglings. At the somewhat nostalgic and dazzling sight of the back of the departing young man.

And then the series of events that had transpired up to this point. The customers in the tavern had also been paying attention and listening. The young ones saw themselves in Currymans departing figure. Their hearts trembled, hoping that one day they too could embrace their dreams and aim for the top. As for the senior ones, they saw in him the figure of their younger selves. And then, their spirit was set ablaze as they recalled the dreams they had long lost and tried to rise to the challenge once again.

The temperature in the tavern involuntarily rose. The customers were intoxicated in something different than usual.

By the way, old man

What is it?

What kind of person is the hero?

The tavern old man stumbled down. The customers also fell from their seats. The pleasant air drifting around up until that point disappeared in an instant.

Arent you the mentor of the hero?

The tavern old man gave him a sharp retort. But that didnt work on Tanaka.

Hmm, that was something like a figure of speech. Well, I at least do know the face, though.

As expected of me. Or so he implied, as Tanaka replied with a smug look on his face. Completely unperturbed by the situation.

What to do now?! That guy departed with such gusto, you know?! I cant even see him anymore!

A customer rushed over to the entrance of the tavern and shouted indignantly.

Youve just sent away a valuable warrior, you know?!

The tavern old man pressed on Tanaka. However, their arguments didnt get to Tanaka at all, who was unaware that Curryman was an A ranker.

Oioi, arent you guys a little too worked up simply because a guild member is leaving the town? Youll never be hard-boiled like that, you know?

The tavern old man couldnt help but shout at Tanaka, who was trying to act cool with a smug look on his face.

I dont get what youre talking about at all!

And so the hustle and bustle in the tavern continued unabated. In the midst of this all, Tanaka was immersed in his own thoughts without paying attention to the commotion around him.

Hero, huh.

Those led by a strange fate. Their paths were now about to cross.

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Name: Curryman

Level: 91                                 Experience: 125/9100             Guild Rank: A

Vitality: 1289/1289                  Magical energy: 581/581

Strength: 720                          Dexterity: 838             Agility: 786

Intelligence: 653                      Spirit: 749

SkillsSword (6.02), Magic (3.08), Observation Eye (3.68)

Equipment: Magic Twin Swords, Dragonhide Armor