# A Late-Start Tamer’s Laid-Back Life: Volume 12
## Part I: Journey to Zone Ten
- **Decision to Move Forward**
- Yuto reflects on his recent successes, including the auction.
- Preparations for traveling to Zone Ten begin.
- Quick-Eared Cats offer assistance in navigating the journey.
- **Traveling with Companions**
- Introduction of key members from the Quick-Eared Cats who join Yuto.
- Challenges faced during travel (e.g., terrain difficulties, encounters).
- Bonding moments and discussions about goals within the group.
- **Arrival at Red City**
- First impressions of Red City's bustling environment.
- Overview of the newly established collector’s shop system.
- Goods available for purchase and sale.
- Strategic importance of the shop for players.
- Interactions with NPCs and other players in the city.
## Part II: Discoveries and Quests
- **Exploring New Opportunities**
- Yuto investigates updates and features introduced in Red City.
- Insights into how these changes impact gameplay strategies.
- Discussions with companions about potential benefits for their progression.
- **Trouble Ahead**
- A new quest chain is revealed that requires immediate attention.
- Details of the quest objective: venturing into Squire’s Forest.
- Importance of taming a specific monster tied to skill advancement.
- **Preparing for the Challenge**
- Gathering resources and equipment needed for the forest expedition.
- Planning tactics for encountering unknown monsters.
- Strengthening party dynamics before entering dangerous territory.
## Part III: The Squire’s Forest Adventure
- **Entering the Forest**
- Description of the eerie yet captivating atmosphere of Squire’s Forest.
- Initial exploration and observations of unique flora and fauna.
- Encounters with minor threats as they delve deeper.
- **Taming a New Monster**
- Identification of the target monster required for the quest.
- Step-by-step process of attempting to tame the creature.
- Challenges faced during the taming process (e.g., resistance, environmental hazards).
- **Leveling Up a New Skill**
- Explanation of the skill associated with the quest.
- Practice and experimentation to improve proficiency.
- Reflection on how this new skill complements Yuto’s existing abilities.
## Part IV: Resolution and Growth
- **Completing the Quest**
- Final steps to fulfill all objectives of the quest chain.
- Rewards gained from completing the mission.
- Impact of the quest on Yuto’s overall progress in the game.
- **Reflections and Future Plans**
- Yuto evaluates his growth as a tamer since starting late.
- Discussions with companions about next destinations or goals.
- Hints at upcoming challenges or story arcs in future volumes.
- **Return to Red City**
- Revisiting the collector’s shop to utilize newfound resources.
- Social interactions with other characters met earlier in the volume.
- Anticipation of what lies ahead in Zone Ten and beyond.