Chapter 207 - Little Piggy (1/2)

Outside the west gate of Kelberg city, was a forest that led up a large hill to the outside mining areas. Mike and the group were currently walking through the woods and were just starting to scale the steeper areas.

Mike stood in front taking the lead in case of any unexpected beasts in the forest, while the three archers remained in the back. Although the group stayed close together for the moment as there wasn't a high chance of an encounter.

”Remember, even though the quest reward is split evenly, the beast cores are not.” The small female archer said.

While on their journey Gary had learned the name of the little girl who wouldn't stop looking at him and Jack. The girl's name was Eve. She was a small archer who wouldn't shut up and for some reason seemed to have it out for the two of them, Gary especially.

”I know, I know, you've told me five times already,” Gary complained.

”Look, I just don't want you complaining when we do all the work and you guys just stood there.”

”Guys take it easy, save your energy for the hill and the fighting,” Mike said.

It was a steep hill that was difficult to walk through and the mines were located near the top. After walking and navigating through the forest for an hour or so, Mike decided it was best for the group to take a break.

”Oww, my feet hurt so much!” Eve complained.

”It's only a little further up, it's best if we rest for a little bit before we start fighting,” Mike said.

As Mike looked around, he noticed that his teammates were tired but Jack and Gary had barely cracked a sweat. Not only that but Gary, in particular, seemed to have lighter footsteps then the rest of them, all most as if his footsteps couldn't be heard at all.

*Growl

A loud noise was heard coming from Jack's stomach.

”Here take this,” Eve said as she handed Jack a chocolate bar she had been saving for herself.

”I know it's not much but someone like you needs to keep their energy.” She said as she scurried off away with a red face.

”No it can't be, do you think she's into you?” Gary said, but when Gary went to look at Jack, Jack had already eaten the whole cholate bar and completely ignored Gary.

”Hey, you didn't leave any for me you selfish dog!” Gary shouted.

”Who are you calling a dog, Blonde boy,” Jack replied.

”Oh, great comeback!”

The two continued to argue and the others couldn't believe how much energy the two of them had. After resting up for half an hour, Mike went around and handed the group each a glass bottle.

”What is this?” Gary asked.

”Oh it's a buff potion, It will improve your focus making it easier for you to fight and less scared if it's your first time,” Mike said.

Gary immediately handed the potion back to Mike.

”Oh don't worry, I'm not expecting you to pay for it,” Mike said.

”No, it's not that, we don't really need them, we've never really used them in a fight and besides we have bad experiences with potions.” Gary explained.