Chapter 1223: Chapter 104: Revival from the Ashes_5
At last, they had arrived at their destination. Whether it was the members of the Stan Empire Alliance trade caravan or the Skeleton Mercenary Group, everyone breathed a sigh of relief. Gazing upon the towering twenty-five-meter-high city walls before them, they knew that their hard work had not been in vain.
Ah Dai looked at Andis City before him and sighed, "This city seems to be about the same size as Dark City of the Empire of Sunset. I hope it doesn’t have as many shady characters as Dark City does."
Xuan Yue smiled and said, "No, big brother, although it doesn’t compare to the formality of the Empire of Huasheng, the Yajin Tribe developed its power through the mining industry, so they are only interested in industry and commercial trade. The Yajin people have a very good habit, which is to distribute rewards based on effort—more work, more gain. Nobody gets something for nothing, except for the Clan Leader and the elders. Even the noble members of the tribe have to keep running around, looking for markets for the tribe’s mining outputs in order to get their rewards. So, everyone here is always busy and has no time to get involved in nasty business. Dark Forces would naturally have a hard time surviving in such a place. Moreover, I’ve heard that the Mage Guild here is very powerful and doesn’t tolerate interference from other powers."
Ah Dai looked at Xuan Yue in surprise and asked, "How do you know so much about the Yajin Tribe, have you been here before?" Once Xuan Yue mentioned the Mage Guild, he couldn’t help but recall the two opposing groups of magicians he had once encountered. Could Andis City be a place where two Mage Guilds were butting heads? Sigh, it seemed like he shouldn’t have accepted that elder title after all; otherwise, he wouldn’t be worrying over such matters. If something were to happen between the two sides, should he intervene?
Xuan Yue laughed merrily, "Although I’ve never been here, I have always heard about it. The various scriptures of the church record all the important things on the continent clearly. I saw this in the book of tribal records. How about that? My memory is pretty good, isn’t it? Come on, the Mercenary Guild and the Mage Guild here should both be quite large. We can take a look around, switch my Mercenary Card, and then go verify my magic rank at the Mage Guild to see if I actually have the abilities of a Mage."
Ah Dai grimaced, "Better not, let’s wait until the Red Charming Clan—it’s still not time for that, we haven’t completed our task yet!"
Xuan Yue glanced at Chairman Mulat not far behind them, who was looking relieved, and then said, "We are about to enter the city. As long as we deliver them to their destination, won’t we be free of our duty? A visit to the two Guilds won’t take up much time. Big brother, do you have some hidden concerns? Don’t tell me you have a lover in the Mage Guild and you’re afraid I’ll find out?" She looked at Ah Dai with confusion. Jealousy was inevitably a part of love, particularly with the thorn that continually pricked Xuan Yue’s heart. Seeing how Ah Dai was hesitating, it was natural for her to think in that direction.
Ah Dai’s face flushed, "No, I don’t have any lover. Didn’t I tell you how the Mage Guild of Tian Jing and the Mage Guild of the mainland don’t get along well? And their disputes are probably most intense among the Mages of the Federation. There are many Mages from the Yajin Tribe in the Federation, and here might just be a focal point of their disputes. I’m simply trying to avoid trouble, that’s all. Once we complete Chairman Mulat’s task, let’s head out quickly."
After listening to Ah Dai, Xuan Yue’s eyes sparkled, "How could I have not thought of that. Big brother, you’re not as simple as you seem—you can analyze problems now. But you’ve forgotten our original purpose for coming out here. We came out to gain experience; how can we avoid events when they arise? It’s not certain that the two Guilds will fight, we’re just going to have a look. I heard from Yue Yue about how great the Mage Guild is, wouldn’t this be the perfect opportunity to check it out?"
Ah Dai was speechless, hesitated for a moment, then sighed, "It seems I can only accompany you, come what may." He had developed a sort of unexplainable affection for Xuan Yue, who was disguised as Xuan Re, and felt incredibly happy whenever he was with him. Whenever Xuan Yue was harmed, he would become inexplicably angry, even murderous. Ah Dai was very clear about Xuan Yue’s importance to him; if he were to part with him suddenly, he might experience the same pain he felt when he was separated from Yue Yue.
The grand trade caravan had finally arrived at the gates of Andis City. Due to their large numbers, they were naturally stopped by the city guards. Chairman Mulat showed the symbol of his business alliance, and they were promptly allowed to enter without delay, finally making it to their destination.
As one of the leaders of the Business Association Alliance, Chairman Mulat had been to Andis City many times before and knew the city well. Under his guidance, the Skeleton Mercenary Group escorted the trade caravan along the wide roads of Andis City towards the southern part of the city.
In the southern part of the city, the Stan Empire Alliance caravan came to a halt in front of a complex of tall buildings. Chairman Mulat walked up to the carriage where Xuan Yue and Ah Dai were sitting and announced, "We have reached our destination."
Ah Dai, Xuan Yue, and the three skeletons gathered together as Chairman Mulat smiled and said, "We’re finally here. This is the branch of our Business Association Alliance in Andis City. Please wait for a moment while I go inside to make contact. As long as we unload all the goods into the warehouse, your task will be completed as well." With that, he hurried into the large building.
On this latter part of the journey, the three skeletons had become much more pleasant company for Ah Dai. Due to the heavy losses suffered by the Skeleton Mercenary Group, Blood Skull had been in quite a low mood. Now that the task was nearing completion, he let out a sigh and turned to Ah Dai, "Brother, what are your plans after this task is finished?"
