Step after step, Avery and the team of five climbed up the slope toward their long-awaited destination. Deep inside his heart, Avery couldn't wait to get there, wherever "there" was.Since waking up hours ago, all he had seen were shrubs, grass, leaves, animals, and trees. However, now he was about to encounter a form of civilization in this new world he had found himself in, and he couldn't wait for the culture shock.As they moved further from the forest, Avery began to experience something that Centshuu had warned him about – the intense cold at night. Although he had always felt the cold, it had never been to this degree. Now, he finally understood the validity of Centshuu's words.Within the forest, the thick canopy of leaves and the dense trees acted as natural windbreakers, tempering the intensity of the cold breeze. However, outside the forest, the cold became unbearable.To protect himself from the biting cold, Avery clasped the collar of Centshuu's jacket, fastening it shut

It only took them a couple of steps from the extremes of the cobblestone tile to the brothel's entrance. Once at the doors, despite their size, they were easy to open, symbolizing the welcoming embrace of the establishment they protect.
Once opened, and its obstruction was made obsolete, the music emanating from deep within the establishment became louder and more appreciated by the ears.Following the angelic voice and the accompanying perfectly tuned instruments like a map leading to a well-desired treasure, Avery, Centshuu and everyone else walked into the Velvet Serpent and closed the door behind themselves.They were in a short passageway that led from the closed entrance door to the main part of the building. In front of them was a silk drapery that blocked the visuals of everything happening on the other side, but regardless, the audio coming through was as clear as day.A mixture of erotic noises could be heard in the distance, but unlike Avery who was new to all of this, Cent

"What are you talking about?" Mosey asked Kove who held his cup of alcohol with both hands, like a warm blanket, thumb gently tracing the rim where his lips touched.Kove took a sip, still holding the small container of alcoholic beverage with both hands and then set it back on the counter, resuming his routine of rubbing the rim with his thumb."I'm just curious, that's all. Also, I've been thinking this for a while, but doesn't it seem like Centshuu and Ripply are hiding something from us?" Kove said and Mosey's eyebrows furrowed.Kove's words sparked both intrigue and discomfort in Mosey. He quickly unwrapped his arm from around Avery's neck and placed the cup of alcohol on the counter. Then, he shifted his entire attention to Kove, adjusting his body to face the observant man with slanted eyes. "You feel like Centshuu and Ripply are hiding something from us? What's that supposed to mean?" Mosey inquired.Kove took another sip, dropped the cup on the counter, and repeated his rim-

"It was kind of made obvious to us after the attack and we heard their response. The fuckers didn't even care to hide the fact that they were the ones behind everything. I mean, why would they when they knew we couldn't touch them? We don't have their number of members or anything close to it, after all, we're just a group of five passionate assholes. Even if we did, they'd still decimate us, seeing how they have some impressive Foci on their payroll. At first, it seemed like a great deal that would take us to the next level, but then again, we didn't think of the probability that something like this would happen so maybe our greed was our downfall. Well, it's in the past now" Centshuu said and Bell who had leaned forward while rambling earlier, fell her back on her very comfortable chair. "I guess I was worried for nothing. You idiots and your team of clowns might be in a really big mess, however, it's nice to see how self-aware you are. Ripply sure knows how to pick 'em" Bell said,

Centshuu faced Markieth with a menacing scowl and inquired, "Are you sure about what you just said?" Markieth met his gaze, a hint of uncertainty in her eyes. "Sir?" she replied tentatively. "I asked, are you sure that the other party involved in this brawl are my friends and not some other group of customers you guys had before we came in? Are you sure you're getting your facts straight?" Centshuu asked aggressively. Markieth nodded firmly. "Yes, sir, I'm sure. Nearly every girl working here knows who you gentlemen are, thanks to Madam Bell. Also, we witnessed all six of you entering together not long ago so there's no way I'd be mistaken about this" After receiving this unfortunate confirmation, Centshuu glanced to the side, his thoughts dwelling on what could have compelled his friends to engage in a brawl within the Velvet Serpent, an establishment known for its elegance and discretion. "What's the meaning of this, Centshuu?" Bell asked, annoyance evident in her voice. Centsh