Gikan took a slow breath and straightened his coat.
"How about the rank-up test?" he asked smoothly.
"You're already at Level 56. It's the right time."
Hazuki looked at him lazily.
"Huh? For what?"
Gikan cleared his throat, keeping his tone professional.
"Every adventurer who reaches this level takes the rank-up test. There are benefits."
Hazuki raised an eyebrow.
"Such as?"
Gikan held up a hand, counting with his fingers.
"When you rank up, you gain access to higher-ranked quests. That means more rewards, more pay, better missions."
"Uh-huh." Hazuki scratched his head.
Gikan continued.
"As you know, 'Newbie' is the bottom. Above it are:
Rank F
Rank E
Rank D
Rank C
Rank B
Rank A
And beyond."
Hazuki sighed, unimpressed.
"Only that?"
Gikan held back a twitch.
"Not only that." He leaned forward slightly.
