Suzuki didn't hide everything, but he didn't tell everything either, because there were many things he didn't want others to know. Being a merchant as he was, he knew he had to be ruthless, and he wasn't naive enough to think anyone could accept this part of him. Still, he explained the kingdom's general situation, including its currency, economy, conditions, and other matters.
Naturally, he also told them about the geography, based on his understanding, and the chance that they might hunt in the dungeon.
Yet, without a doubt, despite his mundane information, everyone was in a daze as they listened, since he also made a comparison between this world and the modern world they were used to.
"So... you mean... we're trapped in the medieval era of technology?"
"That's right." Suzuki didn't sugarcoat anything since he knew that they would find out sooner or later. "Don't just drink water. It's better to drink tea that's been boiled first. Try to keep fit, since when you get hurt, the medical situation in this world is... worrying. Lastly, the food, bathrooms, and all other convenient things, you all might have a hard time getting used to it."
"...." Everyone.
Kouki might tell them to work hard to save everyone in this world before they search for a way to go home together. His words were filled with positivity, but they were just empty words, since, as Suzuki had said, they would have to get used to the inconveniences of this world.
"Everyone! Don't worry! We will make it together! We will definitely save this world!"
Kouki shouted to everyone, raising their morale.
"..." Everyone.
No, they didn't want to save the world. They just wanted to go back, rest in their warm baths, play games, eat the warm foods cooked by their mothers, and sleep in their comfortable beds!
Who wants to stay in this shitty world!
Yes, they might be able to gain incredible power, yet even so, the comfort they were used to just a moment ago was impossible to erase. As expected, as Kouki said, they could only show a forced smile before turning their gaze to Suzuki, hoping he would say something.
Even though Suzuki might be a merchant, the fact that he could gather information about this kingdom in just a single day of outing demonstrated his worth.
Suzuki wasn't useless.
Instead, even though many of them were combatants, could they truly fight?
Deep inside, if Kouki didn't have this blind confidence that kept them going, they knew they would only sink into intense fear at the thought of living in this world.
Still, unfortunately, Suzuki didn't plan to linger any longer; instead, he even said, "My strength is different from you all. It's useless for me to train like all of you, but don't worry, I won't give up. I will do my best as the supporter so that everything can go well."
In other words, Suzuki wouldn't go and train with all of them. He didn't want to sweat with all of them, nor did he give those around him a chance to show their dominance over him by fighting or sparring.
After all, he knew well that with his class as "Merchant," he shouldn't be fighting on the front line like everyone else. Instead, he should be in his office, drinking his espresso while handling the logistics. Naturally, he couldn't show his desire to everyone, but if he had to be honest, it was truly useless of him to go to the dungeon and fight monsters like any of them.
His job, once again, is a "merchant."
How would a merchant fight?
Though if he had to be honest, he had several ways to make a powerful attack despite only using his Merchant skills.
Yet, for him, who said those words sincerely and in the most genuine way, the others couldn't say anything. Suzuki wasn't a combatant, and even if he stayed, what could he do?
Instead of letting him stay, it was better for him to move on his own, as it was more beneficial to the group, too.
"I agree."
"Me too. It's clear that you can get a lot of information."
"But, what's your plan, Tanaka-kun?"
So, what was his plan?
"I have talked with several merchant guilds in the town, so when you hunt down the monsters, I can negotiate the best prices for materials that you have hunted, exchange them for money, potions, and all necessary supplies. Still, it doesn't have to be me, as I can give this place to anyone if they can handle the responsibility of everyone's needs."
Suzuki then looked at the loudest bully in the class, Hayama, and asked, "How about you, Hayama? Do you want to take my place?"
"I..." Hayama was startled, especially when he could feel everyone's eyes on him, and he subconsciously said, "No, no. I-I can't do it."
"What about you, Amanogawa-kun?"
"I...." Kouki was startled by the sudden question, but Suzuki continued, "I am sorry. You are a hero, after all. So, you shouldn't be troubled by this type of burden, right? Don't worry. I will handle all of this for you."
"Ah, um, thank you very much, Suzuki-kun..."
Kouki felt conflicted, wondering why he felt so uncomfortable when he thanked Suzuki. Previously, he wanted to make Suzuki join the training, as that was the fastest way for all of them to be together and combine their strength so they could fight the demon king.
Yet, could Kouki deny Suzuki's benefits? No.
Instead, no one could take Suzuki's position since, unlike the rest of them, he had the experience and an aura of trust.
If someone else took his position, could they truly believe the information that these people took?
Yet some people noticed that Suzuki took the safest position casually, pulling away from the dangerous place. Still, for this person, she smiled, thinking that he was really different from the rest.
"You should all rest first. You all are also tired, right? I will work hard again tomorrow."
Suzuki didn't want to linger any longer and left to get back to his penthouse. The castle's facilities might be the best within this kingdom, but there was still a huge difference between the comfort of this place and the modern comfort that came from his penthouse skill.
Also, it seemed that when he leveled up, he could somehow make this penthouse bigger, and naturally, he could make his other skills stronger.
Yet, without a doubt, when he looked at the rest of his other skills, there were still many things that he could do, and as he looked at the group of students, he couldn't wait for them to make a mess so that he could use this skill on them.
"Oh, right."
Suzuki forgot about one thing. He took a step forward and looked at everyone with a gentle smile. "It seems I can let you borrow my mana. Do you want me to lend it?"