"So because you saw a problem, you came to its? Problems always come to other problems." Serena asked as everyone was busy organizing their belongings.
"Yes, as i told you. But don't compare me to a problem, I am a good taxpayer." Nolan replied while lying weakly in a horse-drawn carriage.
"It's the same, you always cause trouble everywhere," Serena still said firmly.
"Well I saved them and I'm proud".
"..."
....
While they were arguing or could be considered mocking each other. Someone came and approached them.
"Hello rescuers and his colleagues, my name is Kael Goldvein from Goldvein merchant company". Merchant said.
"I'm Nolan and the girl next to me is called Serena."
"Alright, Mr. Nolan and Miss Serena. I came here to say thank you for saving us from that monster. If you don't help maybe only some of us will survive".
"You're welcome. Just helping out since I was walking around this area".
"Haha. You are indeed our savior. How humble. Even you were injured because you saved us.
I have some stuff. There are some gift boxes here. You deserve them, don't refuse or i will be sad".
Nolan nodded and Serena kept her neutral expression. But her hands moved without anyone noticing.
"Thank you sir Kael. We do need money," Nolan said bluntly.
"Haha. It's okay. How about this, if you need help, come to Goldvein merchant company. We will give you a special discount for you".
"Is it true?" Nolan asked.
"Really. You are our savior. So it's just a small favor compared to you. Oh and one more thing. This is the core of the monster. It's quite big for a monster of its size. Maybe it's a unique monster." Sir Kael said.
Nolan remembered and said, "Some time ago, the guild was in an uproar because of a unique monster. I don't know the characteristics of the monster. But it's most likely him."
"It's possible that the monster was meant". With this information we have to be more careful". Sir Kael paused for a moment and continued.
"I don't want to bother you with this old man's chatter anymore, so have a good rest with your beautiful girl. Haha". Sir Kael left with a hearty laugh.
"Sigh, everyone has their own personality." Nolan sighed.
"Correct". Serena responded.
....
'Information from the guild didn't reach us. So there's a traitor in the company. Could it be from my stupid brother, or my brother's wife?'
"Guards come here, we need to clean up the traitors. We also need to clean up those in the city. Hehehe.". Sir Kael laughed deeply.
Nolan and Serena are quickly whisked away in a horse-drawn carriage so as not to get dragged into their war.
***
Once in town, they were immediately taken to a healer to be treated. The Goldvein company did not hesitate to hire a skilled healer so that Nolan would recover quickly.
"Wow, with skills everything feels instant and comfortable." Nolan said. Although Nolan still feels uncomfortable in his body and finds it difficult to use his powers.
Maybe a few days of recovery at home will allow Nolan to return to normal activities. But not right now.
In just a few moments the two of them were already walking around the city.
Nolan feels there is still enough time and decided to submit the quest to the guild adventurer.
*(Criinngg)
The atmosphere inside the adventurer's guild was very lively. But currently the guild situation is more tense, there are even some strong adventurers sitting waiting at the table.
There were some adventurers who wore gold badges, indicating they were A rank adventurers.
Nolan who didn't really care just went towards the Guild counter.
"Hello Miss Floryn, The guild is a bit busy right now. Is there a problem?". Nolan asked.
"Oh you two, we're getting ready to do a monster raid. This is the monster I was talking about this morning." Miss Floryn said.
"If I may ask, what kind of monster is that?" Nolan was really curious.
"Oh I forgot to tell you earlier, this monster is a kind of skeleton with a big sword. Last seen around the Northern Terrace forest and possibly heading towards the Eastern forest. A unique monster whose strength exceeds that of a normal B rank adventurer. Even S-rank adventurers are interested in this monster". Miss Floryn explained briefly.
"Excuse me, can you explain the characteristics again?". Nolan sweatdropped.
"Huh, that monster is characterized by a long sword skeleton. Oh, by the way, you're here to hand in your quest, right?"
Nolan is confused and sweating "Ugh..."
"From this expression, don't tell me you've met that monster?"
"We came across a skeleton monster, then.."
"Then.. what? You should have looked for the Daruka plant and the location of the Daruka plant should have been close to the city. But you said you met a unique monster that should have been far to the North? Are you kidding me?". Miss Floryn whispered at first, but gradually she raised her voice in the last sentence.
"Ugh actually we already beat him". Nolan said.
"...." Miss Floryn was silent.
Everyone in the guild looked at the two of them.
Miss Floryn remained silent, staring at him for some time.
"...."
Miss Floryn took them both into a room for privacy.
The room was rather normal, perhaps to give the impression of being polite and more formal.
The three of them sat down, Miss Floryn on the opposite side.
"Ahem" Miss Floryn returned to her polite, professional demeanor. "Mr. Nolan please show me proof of your previous quest and... And proof of the subjugation of the unique monster."
"Wait a moment, Miss Floryn."
Serena took out 20 Daruka herbs which is rewarded with 4 silver coins.
Then, Nolan took core of the skeleton from his pocket and brought it to the table.
"From the aura that is emitted, it is indeed from a skeleton and its size is larger than a normal skeleton.
How strong was this monster when you defeated it?" Miss Floryn asked.
"He is very strong. Probably on par with the A-rank adventurers in the guild and has great swordsmanship skills. His defense is so high, I even have a hard time injuring him." Nolan explains.
"That strong and you're still alive? Huhh Forget it. You are an anomaly. Did you keep the weapon from that monster?"
"Don't think of me as a strange creature, I'm human" Nolan was a little awkward. "Actually the weapon was thrown because of my fight with him. Judging from the performance, the sword is also very strong because it is not destroyed and only thrown".
Miss Floryn was silent for a moment to digest the information she had heard.
"So, a unique monster with the strength of an A rank adventurer. And have a capable weapon". Floryn said weakly, because she was numb to what Nolan had shown her.
"Thanks for the Information, Sir Nolan. But can we borrow this core to test? If it proves true, you will receive a reward from the quest." Miss Floryn said.
Nolan thought for a while and said, "Of course. But please hide my identity for as long as possible, okay? I don't want people to find trouble with me".
"Of course, we will try to hide your identity as long as possible. However, there are certain parties who would want to know and we cannot hold it in. So at least your identity will not be leaked for 1 month. That is what we can promise." Miss Floryn promised.
"1 month. Should be enough". Nolan nodded.
"We will also help find the weapon you threw and hope that someone doesn't fall victim to it." Miss Floryn said.
"Yes, I hope so. Sorry for the trouble". Nolan said.
"It's okay. This is also one of our duties".
"Thank you, Miss Floryn"
"Then you can go, we will send someone later if we find any progress. See you" Miss Floryn wave hands.
...
Nolan and Serena leave the adventurer's guild.
Nolan, who had forgotten to rent a lodging beforehand, immediately invited Serena to go to the nearest lodging and also at an affordable price.
*(Kriinngg)
"Welcome to the Opalompa Inn. My name is Sirley. What do you need?" Sirley welcomed them
"Hello, My name is Nolan and this is Serena. We need a 2 single room accommodation along, and with eating too." Nolan said.
"A single room costs 50 bronze coins. For eating there will be a charge of 30 bronze coins. So a total of 2 people, 160 bronze coins".
"Sure." Nolan paid.
"Here's the keys. Number 13 and number 14. It's on the 2nd floor on the right. Oh and meal times are in the morning from 7-9 and dinner time from 6-8pm. So don't be late". Sirley said.
Some people might not want to use that room number, but Nolan is not a superstitious person.
"Thank you, Sirley. Then we'll go first" Nolan said.
"Your welcome. Enjoy your stay, both of you." Sirley bow.
Nolan and Serena immediately headed to the 2nd floor. Nolan was in room number 13 while Serena was in room number 14.
"It's time for us to rest. We'll gather for dinner." Nolan ends their adventure today.
They both went into their respective rooms.
Nolan went to bed and lay down.
My body feels like it's going to die. I definitely don't want to use that again next time.
The skill came from an ancient book given by someone, or someone sent by Viera perhaps? Who knows.
The power really takes a toll on the body and the price of using it is very heavy. When Nolan used it, he had to lie down for a month.
Luckily, Nolan's body is stronger now so he wasn't too hurt.
'Since I can't use my physical strength, I'll take a break and check out my cheat system. Mwehehehehe'.
"My cheat, Open"
"...."
"...."
"???"
"How do I bring it up?"
"...."
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