108 Really? (1/2)

After laughing, Roland left the city to find Hawk.

Hawk had become a strong monster with a massive figure like a large gorilla. He sat down on the stone steps and stared, engrossed, at his bulging muscles, looking rather pleased.

Originally, Hawk specifically created his character's face with sideburns to appear more imposing, and the current changes were just in line with his intentions.

Link didn't change too much. Although his figure was slightly more muscular, it didn't influence how he appeared to others.

The beggars were surprised, but not afraid, at the changes in Hawk.

The stronger their ”masters” were, the more sheltered and safe they were. They had had enough of the life of being displaced, bullied, and never having a full belly. As long as their leaders could protect them, they wouldn't have any problems with them even if they turned into giant dragons.

When Roland saw Hawk brimming with joy, he couldn't help but shake his head. ”Your aesthetic view is so unique.”

”What do you know? This is what a man should look like.” Hawk struck a professional bodybuilder's pose, his muscles dancing like mice scuttling under his skin. It was extremely disgusting to watch.

Roland gave a look of disgust and said, ”Withdraw all of your beggars. Let the missing girls' case go for a while.”

Hawk was startled for a moment. ”You're just going to give up?”

Roland shook his head, ”How could I. I'm just trying to use the culprit's scheme, rolling out the fishing line to catch a big fish.”

Hawk smiled. ”I understand.”

Returning to the city, Roland came to Gray Sand.

This place was still extremely raucous, but as Roland entered, the noise became less and less, and finally, it stopped almost completely.

A master of magic had honored them with his presence, and they didn't dare to make much noise impudently. Besides, Roland's reputation in Delpon wasn't low, especially after the three of them had yesterday ”surrounded and killed” the eldest of the Edward family—almost all the leading figures of this city recognized him.

For someone who even dared to kill nobles, killing a few commoners was just entertainment!

Roland was not used to the heavy smell of alcohol mixed with sour body odor, but he had to put up with it.

He found a table and sat down. The bartender came over in a humble manner and asked cautiously, ”Mr. Mage, what would you like to drink?”

”A glass of the best fruit wine.” Roland smiled gently. ”By the way, I'd like to meet Gru.”

”Understood.” The bartender backed away, wiping the sweat from his forehead with his sleeve as he turned around.

Soon a glass of fruit wine was served by the barmaid.

It was the best wine they had at Gray Sand, and they didn't usually sell it, at least not to ordinary people.

He stood in front of Roland and said rather sheepishly, ”Sorry, I was out on business. I came as soon as I was notified.”

”It's okay. Rather, it is my fault for disturbing you on your formal business.” Roland nodded in apology.

Gru was relieved to see that Roland was as easy to speak to as before. He sat down before Roland, wiped the sweat from his forehead with his handkerchief, and asked, ”Is there anything I can do for Sir this time around?”

The tavern was very quiet. Although they didn't speak very loudly and no one was looking at them, Roland knew that the drinkers around him were straining their ears to hear what they were talking about.

Although people were generally afraid of power, they also liked to sabotage power. Eavesdropping a little was not a big deal.

Looking left and right, Roland asked, ”Do you have a more discreet place to talk?”

”Yes, yes!” Gru stood up at once. ”Sorry, I've been negligent.”