Harem: Shooting Anime In Another World

Chapter 10

Having adapted to the filming process, Zat and Aya's performance this time was better than during their shoot at the castle, showcasing a range of facial expressions and amusing contrasts that quickly brought the story to a close.

The impressive acting of the two main characters naturally drew the attention of the onlookers. Confronted with this strange scene, most passersby retreated with looks of avoidance one after another. Conversely, those intrigued by the entertaining spectacle tried to move closer but were pushed aside by the nearby Windy, who had prepared in advance.

As the filming continued, the number of curious spectators grew, and soon a small crowd had gathered around the shoot.

In response to this, the scheduled Dulin only allowed Windy to tease them under the guise of magical research, and if he did not elaborate further, the guards protecting the castle might be alerted.

However, this scene highlighted how much the people in this world craved entertainment. The unusual sight on the main street attracted individuals who typically found life dull and could only bask in the sun.

"It's really lively."

In response to Dulin's praise, Windy, unable to deter those trying to watch, reluctantly remarked, "Lord Edward, do you truly plan to film a complete story in such a situation? Honestly, I think it would be challenging for just me to manage this curious crowd."

In reply, Dulin, who was also aware of this concern, simply laughed and said, "Of course, I have an idea on how to film amidst the crowd's curiosity. Anyway, I need to remind Aya and Zat that filming is over; these two have become so engrossed in acting that they can't break free from it. This issue needs to be addressed somehow. Just a moment."

....

Around two or three in the afternoon, after completing the filming, Dulin took those who had never ventured this far and said, "Next, let's first check out the Adventurers' Guild here. Although the filming of the first act has been canceled, it may still be useful for future shoots."

"The Adventurers' Guild? This is my first time here. To be honest, Lord Dulin, I dreamed of becoming an adventurer as a child, but it was too perilous, and my family opposed it." Upon hearing Zat's words, Dulin was taken aback and asked, "Perilous? But I haven't heard similar rumors?"

Is my knowledge too limited?

Just as Dulin pondered this, Windy quickly interjected, "I know about this. I heard it from Lord Edward's father; our southern border is safe due to its geographical advantages, and there are far fewer monsters than in some other areas. Even goblins rarely show up, so the adventurer industry was once quite thriving. However, due to a past rumor of 'empty holes bringing winds,' most people in our southern border shy away from the adventurer profession."

"What rumor?"

Clearly intrigued by hearing something like this for the first time, Dulin displayed a curious expression.

In response, Windy revealed, "This is a rumor about a lich. It seems that a terrifying lich has emerged in our southern border. That creature defeated the knight order jointly dispatched by the church and the empire with its own power. Its strength is extraordinarily fearsome, and many adventurers have lost their lives at its hands, so since then, most residents in the southern border do not want their children to become adventurers. Ultimately, making a child an adventurer is akin to leading them to their demise."

"Lich..."

I never expected to hear such a term. Dulin's brows immediately knitted together. As a great magician trained at the Mage's Tower, he naturally understood what a lich was. An undead being created by a living person through special magic possesses terrifying power. Even a great sage may not necessarily be able to contend with a powerful lich. 

After rumors spread about the existence of a fearsome lich in the southern border, the number of people wanting to become adventurers naturally dwindled.

"Hmph, it's just a lich, isn't it? Those who are frightened by such things and lack the courage to become adventurers are simply cowardly cowards!" Hearing Aya's words, Zat, without waiting for Dulin and Windy to respond, fiercely retorted, "Do you really think of yourself as a goddess? When you get caught by a lich, don't expect me to come back and save you!"

"It hurts! Damn Zat, you jerk!"

Seeing the two about to clash again, before Dulin could intervene, an incongruous structure appeared before everyone, distinct from the surrounding buildings.

"Did we arrive so quickly? The Adventurers' Guild?"

Looking at the place clearly labeled as 'Adventurers' Guild,' Dulin paused for a moment, set up the magical camera, and instructed Zat and Aya beside him, "Get ready. This is just a formality, but later, please go to the Adventurers' Guild to register. Don't worry. This time, you won't have to participate in anything. The burden of the act is merely to capture the authentic scene of you becoming adventurers."