185 Chapter 185: Turbulent Waves (1/2)

After caging the flame-bears, Caesar made his way out of the training grounds and headed towards the energetic town. He adorned a rather casual outfit, black trousers, brown shoes, and a relatively plain white tunic. As such, his appearance wasn't nearly as eye-catching as it normally was.

He trotted across the erratic streets full of food vendors, citizens, and guards. Many carts full of fruit and other valuables were being pulled across the roads, further accentuating Rahvin kingdoms vibrancy.

Although the summer temperature was almost unbearable, many street performers and merchants alike still marketed their goods. They dressed in loose clothing and attempted to coax their customers in buying their products at an inflated price.

At the side of the wide road, a handsome young man with wavy, blonde hair stood. His piercing blue eyes attracted all sorts of customers, mainly women, as he played his lute elegantly. His sharp facial features made him appear more manly and reliable, whilst also possessing a strange charm.

His hair rippled with the wind as he exaggeratedly shook his body to the tune of the lute. His performance was rather good and many pedestrians flung coins into the nearby bowl at his feet. Even some of the cuter and single gals gazed upon him seductively, as if they were charmed.

After a few more moments, he suddenly stopped playing his instrument and glanced at Caesar, who was observing him. He smiled lightly and nodded his head, casting a wink in Caesar's direction before resuming his performance.

Caesar did not return his greeting and simply walked away, not at all interested in someone of his demeanor. Caesar had met many people who had used their charisma to go further in life, however, in the end, they only disappointed. If anyone had listened closely, they would have easily realized that his tune had much to be desired.

Instead, most of the pedestrians were entranced by his graceful actions and appearance. As such, Caesar quickly lost interest and quickened his pace toward the merchants guild. He had many things to achieve and discuss with Veronica.

Without garnering any more unnecessary attention, he soon arrived at the large merchants guild building. He pushed aside the thick doors and walked inside, immediately being greeted by a few long lines of people waiting for their turn at the counter.

The younger crowd had taken jobs from the merchants guild to procure resources from various strong animals. While the older crowd was more interested in purchasing said resources or obtaining a business license.

These people were referred to as mercenaries or adventurers. They were given different ranks based on their strength and capabilities. Some of the missions that entailed procuring resources required a certain level of strength, which also resulted in a handsome reward. Thus, these missions were highly sought after by some of the stronger humans.

Unfortunately, these jobs were extremely dangerous and the death-rate was quite high. Thus, many adventurers remained at a low level, too apprehensive of progressing. Because of this, the truly strong adventurers were rather respected in the world and given merits by the larger kingdoms.

If Caesar's memory served him correctly, the adventurer ranks were wood, bronze, iron, silver, gold, adamantite, Diamond, and lastly, hero. They were the strongest mercenaries and fighters within the Azure continent, solidifying their position as one of the super-powers within the world.

If the Fleeting Clouds continent was ruled by the church and the Dark continent was ruled by the strong dark races. Then the Azure continent was ruled by the merchants guild, adventurers, and strong human kingdoms.

Thinking to here, Caesar dallied for a few more moments before pushing his way through the excess number of people. He hated crowded and secluded places, especially when they were filled with prepubescent teenagers who knew nothing of personal hygiene.

The stench of sweat and body odor was overwhelming and Caesar was forced to scrunch up his nose as he made his way to the upper level of the merchants guild. He was fiercely glared at as he rudely pushed his way through the younger men.