I Was a Loner, but My Class Got Summoned to Another World…

It's been three full days since the summoning of the class, and the strangeness of it all was beginning to sink in. Logan found it a little scary how quickly the students and his teacher were adjusting to their new hectic life.

Sleeping, for example, came easier to him than the night before. He also noticed how his maid was so attuned to his needs, understanding when to leave him alone but also being present when necessary. It was almost as if she had some kind of mental power, but for now, it did not bother him much.

This new help made it easier for him to slip out of the inn well-fed and without any of the students noticing. The main butler, always efficient, simply noted Logan's destination and arranged for a carriage to take him where he needed to go.

He was currently in a carriage on his way to the Rosengard Estate, one of Logan's most dreaded journeys. Fortunately, this time he had come prepared for the bumpy, nauseating ride. In his hand, he held a pink bottle filled with a potion to alleviate any unpleasant symptoms.

Taking small sips occasionally, Logan peered out of the small window to check his surroundings. As before, a vast forest enveloped him, and to one side, a black metal fence stretched out, signaling that he was nearing his destination.

As soon as he stepped out of the carriage, he was led towards his tamed beast by a maid. The earl and his daughter had been notified of his arrival, but they were in different areas of the estate and would be a little late in joining him.

The stable master, upon seeing the boy, greeted him with a curt nod and guided Logan to the enclosure where his Scorchwyrm was resting. The creature, sensing Logan's approach, lifted its head and let out a low, happy rumble before dozing back to sleep.

"Boy, that beast loves to eat. He could devour a whole Wark in one sitting, I reckon," the old man said with a smile, revealing a few missing teeth. He patted Logan's back with a nonchalant attitude, one of the few people who didn't give Logan unnecessary attention.

"Is he doing well though? He seems not to be reacting much…" Logan asked with concern.

The stable master chuckled, creating wrinkles throughout his elderly face. "Don't worry, lad. Your Scorchwyrm is doing just fine. These creatures have their own way of showing affection though, but like many of his kind, it's probably just conserving energy. They tend to be more active when they're not busy digesting."

Logan nodded, slightly reassured about his tamed beast's health. He reached out and gently patted the Scorchwyrm's neck, feeling the warmth of its scales. The creature, an infant in the body of an adult, stirred slightly, acknowledging Logan's presence with a low growl before settling back into a comfortable position.

Well, that's pretty much it for now, kid," the stable master said. "I can see the Earl and Lady Rubina walking from the lab. You should go greet them while this beast finishes his nap."

Logan gave the stable master a grateful nod and started walking towards the direction of the Rosengards. As he got closer, he saw them waving at him from afar.

The Earl, who at the moment looked like a crazy scientist his hair sticking up and a dirty lab coat while his daughter, Lady Rubina, as graceful as the first day he met her.

When they got closer, Logan shook the Earl's hand and then tried to do the same with Rubina. However, she raised the back of her hand towards him, signaling for a more formal greeting. Logan, slightly taken aback but quick to adapt, gently took her hand and placed a light kiss on it.

"Glad to see there are manners in your world, hero," Rubina giggled as her small joke landed successfully.

"Ah yes… Well I'm glad you're enjoying yourself, my lady," Logan replied with a slight bow, trying to ignore the delicious citrus smell that clung to his lips. He tried to avert his gaze from Rubina, who wore a white dress with red ribbons that accentuated her perfect figure while retaining an innocent charm.

"Alright kids, enough playing around, we have a lot to do today. Logan, you might not know this, but your mentor will be arriving in about three or four days. So, we need to train you before she begins to teach you."

"Why is that, Earl Victor?" Logan asked, curious.

Earl Victor's expression turned serious. "Well, I have been told that old Theron, the one in charge of training you students doesn't hold you in high regards, so he will probably want you to be monitored. This will make it hard for you to go out and hunt with your creatures so we must hurry before your mentor comes."

"Well what is the plan then, should I take the Scorchwyrm out?" Logan asked with a tone of urgency.

Earl Victor shook his head slightly. "No, I don't think it will be able to go out just yet. Fire creatures need to stockpile energy before they feel the need to hunt. For the infant, the rapid growth has affected this, so it will be a few days before his body is balanced enough for him to start moving normally. Also, don't worry, I did a few checkups, and it seems rather healthy."

Logan nodded while absorbing all this new information. He felt a sense of relief knowing that the Scorchwyrm was in good health, even if it meant the boy would need to wait a bit longer before they could go out together.

Before Logan could asked his next question the Earl nudged them to move and began walking towards the carriages.

"I know what you want to ask next Logan, but follow me for now. As for you Rubina, you will have to take our young hero Logan to meet Miles and find a good beast for the boy. I have already been informed of a new creature that could fit the boy's abilities perfectly." Earl Victor paused for a moment, then continued "But I would like to leave that as a surprise for now."

Rubina's eyes sparkled with excitement. "Alright, Dad, will we go to the forest after with the new tame?" she asked eagerly.

Earl Victor shook his head gently. "No, we should leave that for tomorrow. I think it would be better for the young hero to buy supplies for tomorrow's trip. That means you will probably need to stay the night, Logan."

Logan nodded in agreement. "Fine with me..."

Rubina smiled brightly. "Great! We'll make sure you have everything you need for tomorrow. It also seems like a great day for shopping."

Soon, both teenagers climbed into the famous Rosengards dragon head carriage. Logan, as queasy as ever, tried to manage his discomfort, while Rubina did her best to help him feel better.

It wasn't long before they reached the wealthiest part of the kingdom's town. However, they skipped over this area and kept going until they arrived at a bustling market where a good number of stalls were set up.

"We have arrived. It's good to see you're doing better, though. Seriously… how are you so bad with carriages? Don't you have them in your world?" Rubina asked, a hint of teasing in her voice.

"Ugh… We have cars with suspension systems," Logan replied, trying to shake off the sickness he felt.

Rubina laughed lightly. "Curs? Well, we'll have to get you used to our ways of travel. For now, let's focus on getting the supplies we need."

As they stepped out of the carriage, the lively atmosphere of the market greeted the youths. Logan could see a fair number of stalls filled with a variety of goods, from fresh produce to well-crafted items. The place was bustling with activity. It was a new experience for him, and despite his lingering discomfort from the sheer number of people, excitement welled up in his heart.

Rubina led the way, weaving through the crowd with ease. "We can't get lost here Logan, I know you may not like it but hold my hand."

Logan gave the proposed idea a few seconds of thought but noticed that Rubina was getting further away with each passing moment. He quickly extended his hand and rushed through the crowded street to catch up.

No one seemed to have noticed who he was, which made things easier. Most of the crowd's attention was focused on the red-haired girl leading the way. Her hair, which resembled fire, seemed to force people to quickly step aside to give her room.

Logan marveled at how effortlessly she navigated through the bustling market. It was not long before they stopped at a place that made Logan uneasy. Before them, a few cages were placed in front of a large shop. The sight of the creatures and humans inside the cages tugged at Logan's heart, stirring a mix of emotions.

Rubina noticed his discomfort and placed a reassuring hand on his shoulder. "I know, it's hard to see humans treated like animals, but we're here to find you a companion. So let's go in and make sure we choose the right one."

Logan nodded, trying to suppress any emotion for now while entering the shop, the sound of a small bell jingling as they entered.