I May Be a Guild Receptionist, But I'll Solo Any Boss to Clock Out on Time, Vol. 1 (Manga)

Alina Clover, a receptionist for the Adventurers Guild, turns to beating down monsters herself to save herself from paperwork.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 194 pages
Publication date: 17 October 2023
Publisher: Little, Brown & Company

Alina Clover had always envisioned herself as the epitome of glamour and luxury, working as a receptionist for the esteemed Adventurers Guild. She imagined herself surrounded by adventurers, exploring the vast and mysterious world of dungeons, and uncovering hidden treasures. However, her reality was far from what she had expected.

As a receptionist, Alina's primary responsibility was to handle the endless stream of paperwork and administrative tasks that came with managing the guild's operations. She spent long hours behind her desk, filing reports, organizing schedules, and answering phone calls. While she enjoyed the challenge of being a multitasker and the satisfaction of helping the guild run smoothly, she couldn't help but feel a sense of dissatisfaction.

One day, Alina received a call from one of the adventurers who had been assigned to clear a particularly difficult dungeon. The adventurer had been stuck in the dungeon for days, and his team was growing increasingly frustrated and exhausted. Alina knew that she had to act fast to prevent the situation from escalating.

"I can't handle this anymore," the adventurer exclaimed. "We've been stuck in this dungeon for days, and we're not making any progress. We need someone to come in and help us clear it."

Alina felt a pang of sympathy for the adventurer, but she also knew that she couldn't let the guild's reputation suffer. She had to find a solution, and fast.

"I understand your frustration," Alina said, trying to keep her voice calm. "But I'm afraid I can't send anyone in to clear the dungeon for you. We have strict protocols in place to ensure the safety of our adventurers and the integrity of the dungeon. We need to follow these protocols to the letter."

The adventurer sighed in frustration. "But this is ridiculous," he said. "We're stuck here, and we're not getting anywhere. We need someone to come in and help us."

Alina knew that she had to find a way to compromise. She couldn't send in adventurers without proper training and equipment, but she also couldn't let the guild's reputation suffer.

"I understand your frustration," Alina said again. "But I have an idea. Why don't you try clearing the dungeon yourself?"

The adventurer looked at her in surprise. "What do you mean?" he asked. "I'm an adventurer, not a fighter. I don't know how to clear a dungeon."

Alina smiled. "I know that," she said. "But I also know that you're a skilled fighter. You've been through countless battles and have defeated countless monsters. I believe that if you put your mind to it, you can clear this dungeon."

The adventurer was hesitant at first, but Alina's confidence in him was infectious. He knew that she was right. He had always been a fighter, and he had never backed down from a challenge.

"Alright," the adventurer said finally. "I'll give it a try. But I don't want any excuses if I fail."

Alina smiled. "You won't fail," she said. "I have faith in you. And if you do need any help, I'll be right here to support you."

With that, Alina sent the adventurer on his way. She knew that it was a risky move, but she also knew that it was the right one. She had faith in the adventurer's skills and determination, and she was confident that he would succeed.

Days turned into weeks, and the adventurer worked tirelessly to clear the dungeon. He faced countless monsters, fought fierce battles, and overcame numerous obstacles. But he never gave up. He was determined to prove to Alina that he was capable of clearing the dungeon himself.

Finally, after weeks of hard work, the adventurer emerged victorious. He had cleared the dungeon, and he had done it without any help from Alina or the guild. Alina was proud of him, and she knew that he had proven himself to be a true hero.

As the adventurer left the guild, Alina couldn't help but feel a sense of satisfaction. She had taken a risk and had proven that sometimes, the simplest solution is the best one. She had shown that the Adventurers Guild was more than just a place of paperwork and administrative tasks; it was a place of courage and determination.

From that day on, Alina became known as the hero of the Adventurers Guild. She was respected and admired by her colleagues, and she was celebrated for her bravery and determination. She had proven that even the most mundane of jobs could be a source of adventure and excitement, and she had shown that anyone could be a hero if they had the courage to take a risk.

In the end, Alina's dream gig turned into an overtime nightmare whenever adventurers got stuck clearing a dungeon. But it also turned into a source of inspiration and pride. She had proven that even the most ordinary of people could achieve extraordinary things if they had the courage to take a risk and believe in themselves.

ISBN-13: 9781975365769