Chapter 323: Negotiations II
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~~~(POV: limora)~~~
~~~(Location: Outside Temporary Ho, Border City)~~~
~~~(Ti: 7:23 AM)~~~
They are having a good laugh and enjoying their ti together. This is a group that's familiar with each other, not strangers traveling together. Normally, it'd be impossible to spy on people that are in a private ho without magic. Luckily for , there are plenty of vantage points to see into the ho through the windows.
Picking a place to stay is driven by two things, how much money you have and who you are. Since they have money, that ans it's the latter. Who are they... While it's impossible for soone who isn't an elf to get into the Elven Kingdom, it's rare for people to be so discreet and careful with hiding their identities.
That leads to problems in itself and ones that are dangerous for Helda and . "Why go through all the trouble... Having a good look at your face... You're familiar..." I can't rember where I saw him... When they were out earlier, and when I t them. They had hoods on, but now I can see all their faces. It's like I've seen his face in passing...
It's driving crazy, and I don't like being driven crazy. Ti is flying by, and Helda should be getting here in about an hour from now. "This is going to suck..." The reason why is cause I don't have anything substantial to give her. All I know is they don't seem bad, but they're a secretive bunch. This'll bring us trouble for sure, but she already knows that.
I hope that everything doesn't go to shit like I think it will. This life is the only one we have. We're not like these new people. They all laugh and continue eating, and it's one of the most impressive scenes I've ever seen. How can soone put down so much food? It doesn't make any sense to . All 4 of them eating like that makes it an anomaly for sure.
Being elves ourselves gives us an incredible life span, and we keep our physical pri until death. The new people are strange when they die. They co back at those mysterious buildings that arrived around all of Gaia. "Having immortality in a potential enemy is a tough opponent to handle..." There is a chance this could beco a fight.
However, they do have one weakness. Two of them aren't new people, and they can permanently be killed. This could be exploited if needed. Getting a good look at them from here, one of them is an elf herself. Makes wonder why she's here in the first place. Speaking of being here, I should move to a different spot. The light from the sun is causing a glare.
It takes a few minutes, but I find a spot that isn't that bad. My eyes focus on the group, and I notice that one of them is gone. The girl who had the dagger has left the room, and now there are only three left. "Just so you know." I jump out of my skin in pure fear and surprise. A feminine voice calls out from behind , close.
My eyes lock with the girl that had Helda's prize, and my hand instinctively reaches for my weapon. She doesn't respond. All she has is a calm smile and folded arms as she sits about a floor above and in a separate room. "It's considered rude to spy on people. So, you scouting for Helda?" My words are caught in my through with my saliva.
I don't know how to handle this situation since I've never been in one. How did they even know I was watching? I was in places that are covered, and you'd have to really look to see . She's waiting for a response, and her legs swing back and forth as she sits above. "Doing my job, new person." This is the best excuse I can co up with, and it's pathetic.
She rolls her eyes, and I can't help being a little ticked off by that. "When your boss is ready to talk, tell her to knock on the door. We'll be waiting, and rember. If you even think about touching the two girls in there, I'll kill you and your boss with the help of my little brother." The tone and attitude shift are completely different from just seconds ago.
Her words are laced with venom and caution. She leans off the roof and lands on the one I'm, and walks towards . I draw my weapon out on instinct. "Don't co a step closer!" She smiles as she continues, and before I can even blink, she's in front of and has my weapon in her hand. I didn't even see her move or feel her take my weapon.
She twirls it in her grasp and gives it a look over. I'm in a dangerous way here. In the blink of an eye, she tosses the blade back to , and I almost drop it. "Careful, having butterfingers can be the death of you." Her true aning isn't going unnoticed by , and she's making sure I know she can kill . She's either unbelievable fast, or she can teleport.
~~~(POV: Hailey Adamo)~~~
~~~(Location: Roofs across the street)~~~
~~~(Ti: 7:49 AM)~~~
She is pretty jumpy, and I can understand that. I gave her the scare of a lifeti. Taking her weapon may have been a little overboard, though. "You're lucky that you have sothing Helda desperately needs... If she didn't, you wouldn't get a mont of her ti..." She's very protective of Helda, probably lifelong friends.
I wouldn't put the thought of them being lovers past either. I'm surprised Cera knew she was out here cause I wouldn't have noticed unless he pointed her out. "Isn't that how the world works? People having what others don't? Trying to get that thing by any ans they can?" While the thought could be considered deep, it's really not.
An observation of the many things that go on around us every day, it's never so black and white. "You're not wrong, but if I think you're going to hurt her even for a second. I'm prepared to die to protect her." She has incredible spirit and loyalty. Sothing that I haven't seen enough of here. Gaia is a cruel place with even crueler inhabitants.
There is no reason for to stay here any longer than this, and with a smile, I walk past her. She is confused... At least I think she is... Whatever her mind is like, it's going to be an interesting conversation for her and Helda. I'm glad that I have friends like how this girl is a friend to Helda. I use my speed to make it back inside the ho.
It won't be much longer before we get to talk to Helda and try to cut a deal. Our greatest bargaining chip is the dagger in my Inventory, and without that. There is no border crossing. After I enter the living room, I look to the other three on the couch as they continue to eat. Cera looks at with hard eyes and a questioning gaze.
My single nod in response makes him relax and focus on what Jasmine and Sally are talking about. I sit next to my brother, and he leans over a little. "You did great, Hailey... You're always impressing these days with how much you've grown as a person..." He doesn't know how much it ans for to hear that coming from him. It's aningful to .
He wraps an arm around my shoulder and gives a one-ard hug. "Mom and dad would hate that we use such tactics, but that's why we're free from them. We have our way of getting things done." A smile spreads across his face, and I give one that matches. This is a mont that I won't forget, and I don't think he will either.
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A/N: Below this line, I'll be keeping Cera's player information. That way, I won't have to place it into the story above anymore. It takes about 180 words up.
[Slayer (Zern) Lvl.193]
[Exp: 3/100%]
[Title: The Son of Arch-Angel Michael (Hidden)]
[Stats] [Strength - 7095][Endurance - 7045][Dexterity - 7215][Speed - 8240][Focus - 19,660]
[Mana aura control: 6/100%]
[Health: 76,560,000,000/76,560,000,000] [Mana: 216,600,000,000/216,600,000,000]
[Stat Points: 30] [Armor rating: 500]
[Inventory] [Dice of Wayland (Divine)] [Hardened Tree sap Armor (Very Rare)] [The Witness (Legendary Sword)] [Fenrir's Whistle (Divine)] [Sally's Dresses 5x] [Camping gear] [Food Rations 4x] [Dried at 4x] [Fishing poles 2x] [Fish 8x] [Festival Garbs 2x]
[Passive Perks]
[Inheritor of the Sword] [Son of Heaven] [Slayer of Evil] [Holy Willow Trees Savior] [Finder of Legends] [The Divine who has Legend] [Destined for Greatness] [Dungeon Diver] [An Overachiever]
[Active Skills]
[Heavens light Lvl.59 325/5900] [Protected by Heaven Lvl.59 225/5900] [Slash Lvl.77 4600/130000] [Parry Lvl.53 80/5300] [Double Strike N/A] [Kingslayer N/A] [Raging Machine N/A] [Winged Glory] [Angelic Flight] [Divine Pressure Exertion] [Divinity Pulse] [Controled Fun]
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