55 Hollow Eyes (1/2)
After leaving the Guild, Gellis and Sinon headed straight to the Teeny Raven Inn.
He gathered everyone inside his room, for the reason Gellis' place was the biggest among the rest and can accommodate the number of his group.
”So what is it, leader?” Hilde, who was standing on the corner while crossing her arm beneath her chest, said.
”When we checked the commission board early this morning, I and Sinon saw a special quest.” Glancing at her, Gellis said. ”it's a Black Licorice.”
The one who voiced it out was no other than Sinon, who was watching the scene unfolded.
Hearing his voice, the rest of the ground stared at him in confusion; however, Theeste, who was an educated person in their group, exclaimed her astonishment.
”It's a rare plant that enhances the success rate for crafting mid-grade potions!” Hearing her words, the rest of them wore the same shocked expression as she has.
”Then why didn't you take it, leader?” This time the vice leader of their group, Toa, asked in puzzlement.
Staring at him, Gellis started his explanation. ”It's about the travel length of two towns far from here, going to the first town isn't a problem...” Pausing for a bit, Gellis continued.” The real problem is about the second town.”
Darting his gaze to each of every one of them, he asked.”Haven't you guys heard about the Larcbost town?” Putting his hands on his chin, Gellis said in wonder.
”... Don't tell me it's 'that' town?” The one who said it was Poko.
Glancing at him, Gellis nodded. ”Mm, correct.”
Hearing his voice, the others looked at the two in bewilderment. Eventually, Hilde voiced her confusion. ”Just say what's that town, idiot leader.” Trying to control her patience, she said while fiercely glaring to their party leader.
However, before he could respond, Toa interjected. ”It's a famous town, not because that town is well developed, rather due to its environment... That town has another name, also known as the municipality of anarchic.”
Staring at his group, Toa continued. ”So, this is the reason you gathered us all, instead of picking up the request.” He said looking at Gellis, who wore a complicated expression.
”... Yes, even though I could boast our party as top-notch in this town, but inside that lawless jungle, I have no confidence.” Taking a deep-breath, Gellis continued. ”It is true that we may save up a lot of money if we managed to finish the task.”
Staring at them, he added. ”Still, the safety of our party is a top priority. The reason I gathered all of you here was to discuss whether we should accept the quest.”
Upon hearing his voice, the group of six individuals went in silence. As he noticed their reaction, Gellis continued his explanation.
After saying that, the group looked at each other before they nodded in agreement.
”I think we should accept it, Gellis,” Toa said. ”We are Adventurers; we won't shrink back just because of slight danger. I mean, every day we lived in uncertainty for our life and death situation, adding a few bit more won't change a thing.”
He knew how severe their daily expenses were. Also, It's not only for lounging. They also have to maintain their equipment in good-well condition incessantly. Their subjugation rewards weren't always enough to sustain their activity sometimes. They do some labor work too. Just to get by for the upcoming months.
Staring at them, seeing no one rejected Toa's declaration, Gellis eventually nodded while giving a slight sigh. ”Okay then, prepare our necessities for this journey, and we'll leave to find the plant the next morning. I'll go back to the Guild and check if there's an escort request for the first town so that our journey there won't be wasted.”
With that said, Gellis stands up, dismissing his group. Then headed alone to the Guild.
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In the place where coarse stone structures stood. Around the adjacent area, a strong smell of unhygienic sewer overwhelmed the breathing of the surrounding. In such a place, a man was there, sauntering around whilst staring at the terrain in curiosity, with his whole being covered with a long grey coat blended within the shadows.