“This is the map that I made with references from one of my acquaintances who is a local guide. This map is designed specifically to reach from here to Byron City. As long as you follow the path provided with this map, you will eventually reach Byron City.” Explain Maurice.
“I have been keeping this map with hopes that eventually I’m able to confront the captor of Sir Lloyd. But alas, that day never come, as the long trip would take too much toll on my old, frail body if I were to go alone.”Maurice then looked at Cecilia briefly, and then to Devon.“Sir Devon, I don’t care what happens to me now. I’m waiting for the cold embrace of death takes me away forever, but won’t you please grant this old man’s last will?”“I will give you this map for free, so you may continue on your journey. But will you please find Sir Lloyd when you reached Byron City, and if possible bring him back to Lady Cecilia, regardless of what state he is in now.” Maurice’s eyThe group struck in a daze hearing Cecilia’s determination. Despite knowing the risk she would face. It starts to get awfully late, so the group might be a wearied down. So Devon suggests considering this tomorrow morning instead.“We will put that into consideration. For now, let’s all of us rest. It’s getting awfully late and I’m sure all of us are rather tired. We can continue this conversation tomorrow.” The group agrees, and went to their respective room to rest.Devon in his bed is pondering about accepting Cecilia’s deal, or tries to negotiate with her so he didn’t put her on a risk. He extends his hand to the ceiling, and reminiscing the time that Devon and Cecilia spent together that night. He could still imagine the warmth of Cecilia’s body as she embraces him.His face blushes. He was thinking about a plan for Cecilia’s safety, but now his mind is just filled with pleasant memories of her. He perishes the thought and quickly went to sleep.<
After a hearty breakfast, the group spreads out to the village and divide the task. Francesca, Devon, and Cecilia went to buy the wagon while Roxanne and Arwen bought necessary rations for the trip such as food and drinks, change of clothes, camping equipment, and weapons.Devon’s party went to the stable market to buy a wagon along with the horses. As the group looked around, they are greeted by the stable owner.“Hello there, sir! Welcome to Geld’s transportations! What you want? Horse? Cart? We will bring them to you, and they will bring you anywhere!” A man with a fancy looking moustache grandiosely welcomed Devon, presumably the owner of the stable.“Hello. Do you have any decent sized wagon for five people? If possible, along with the necessary horses to pull the wagon too.” Devon answered the owner while Francesca and Cecilia looked around the stable.“Ah, a wagon, you say. For wagon of that size would cost around 150 gold coins, excluding the horses. If you order now, we can f
Devon and Cecilia now stayed inside the house together. Devon is still looking at the map and procuring the plan, while Cecilia just sits on a sofa silently, although she looks kind of giddy. After a while, a knock on the door can be heard. They thought it was Roxanne’s group but instead, Maurice can be seen emerging behind the opening door.“Hello Sir Devon, Madame Cecilia. Where is the rest of the fellow?”“Oh they’re still outside buying rations. While we have already secured the wagon for the trip.”“Ah I see.“Cecilia approached Maurice with a worried expression. Maurice, unknowing what Cecilia’s thought can only greet her with a soft smile.“Ah, Lady Cecilia, Good afternoon for you. What is with the long face?”“Uncle Maurice... I have decided that I will follow Devon and his party to Byron City.”Maurice’s smile turned into horror hearing her. “Lady Cecilia, you do realize that this trip is extremely dangerous. Si
In the previous noon, a fancy looking wagon arrived at the brothel where Devon previously raided. The driver goes down and opened the wagon’s door, where a royalty-looking woman emerges out from the wagon.She is a middle-aged woman named Margaret. her face is covered by a thick layer of make-up in an effort to hide the proof of her age. She wears a frilled dress made from a smooth silk that is clearly too tight for her rather obese body. Her whole neck area is adorned by cut jewelleries and gold necklaces. From behind her, a butler follows suit, holding an umbrella atop of her.She is astonished as she looked at the current state of the brothel. The walls are lined up with makeshift wood covers. The floors are filled with debris and mark left by magical attacks. Workers can be seen going inside and outside constantly bringing destroyed part of furniture. Nothing in her mind but thinking who would dare to attack the brothel that she owns.She furiously stepped into the building, brushe
Cecilia is pondering the condition she currently has, from being a captive, meeting her old acquaintance, and now she ventures the world to find her brother who she previously thought had already gone from this world. She can’t shake of the mixed feeling of anxiety and proud of her own bravery.She brushes her heard from side to side, trying her best to find a comfortable position to bring her to deep sleep. She stopped, but not because of comfort, but because she sees a shadowy figure creeping on them.“KYYAAAAAHHHH!” Yell Cecilia and alerting the others. The shadowy figure emerges and stepped into the light, turns out the figure is none other than George ambush squad. The group sloppily wake from their sleep and readies their battle position despite their eyes are not even opened fully. Suddenly, a number of George’s goon jumped from the bushes.“The hell. Who are these people.”“I reckon these clothing. It’s the same guys from the brothel!”“What? How do they know about our location
Devon finally arrived at Gallantros together with the four maidens. The city looked as lively as what Roxanne has told to her peers. The citizens were busy doing their daily activities. There were many shops and stalls, also people were walking around from place to place.“Well, I didn’t expect that the city would be this crowded.” Roxanne looked nervous. She had enough about what happened in Pandees. She hoped that this time there would not be some bad people with no morals coming up on her sleeves.“Sis Roxy, do not worry. You are not the only who feel retarded!” Arwen exclaimed her condition as a being that used to live peacefully in resorted area. Elves also had low contact with humans though. Looking at the great numbers of people gathered in one place was worrying but she was also excited actually.“Do you think we can find Mr. Rudeth in this big city?” Devon reminded the main purpose of their visit in Gallantros.“Oh, don’t worry about it. Master Dietrich told me that it would
It was still early in the morning. The sky was still dark but a tiny sunlight could bee seen from the East. Two girls already woke up and began to prepare a breakfast.“Arwen, could you help me?” Roxanne was in the broken kitchen. Inside the kitchen, there were some usable utensils. She wanted to make a soup.“Yes, sis Rox? What can I help you?” Arwen came inside the kitchen after she tidy up her appearance.“I believe this city has a morning market somewhere. I want to make a soup but I might need your help to buy some fresh veggies.” Roxanne explained her intention.“Okay, sis! I will get you some veggies!” Arwen nodded and she quickly departed.As Arwen started to walk near the entrance, she could hear rustling sounds somewhere nearby. Due to her curiosity, she tried to search the source of that sound.“We need to be careful. This thing is heavy.” A boy with red T-shirt warned his friend to lift the wood plank carefully.“Yes, got it! Help me out!” A boy wearing singlet tried to lif
Devon and his friends decided to start looking for more information today. But before they began to execute the investigation, Roxanne asked her peers and also the four boys to have breakfast together first. Cecillia and Arwen went together to the market to get some veggies. Fransesca was helping Roxanne to prepare and Devon helped the boys in packing up some building materials.After Arwen and Cecillia returned, Roxanne began cooking. While waiting until the meal was ready the others were discussing about the plan for their investigation.“Mr Rudeth once was a great guru, right? Where are his students?” Cecillia asked the boys perhaps they got any clue about them.“We don’t know where they are. It has been a long time since the tragedy happened.” A boy with wavy brown hair answered.“I think they are still hiding in this city. I believe sir Rudeth is still here too. He is not a coward! I hope he can put an end to this miserable way if life. I can