Kieran and Starbeck were walking side by side on Ro Street.
Around them was an endless stream of people and both sides of the street were stalls prepared for the Food Festival.
Unlike the usual Ro Street, during the Food Festival, the whole street was arranged in two rows back to back, a total of four rows of stalls. The whole street was also split into three.
Both sides of the street were mobile stalls and shops while the middle was filled with mobile stalls.
Kieran and Starbeck chose the middle.
As for why?
It was because the food in the middle was tastier.
Kieran relied on his powerful Intuition to confirm it.
Starbeck, on the other hand, simply followed Kieran.
Standing at the beginning of the street, Kieran glanced over. There were grilled oysters, scallops, grilled squid, octopus balls, cheese sticks, freshly squeezed fruits, baked sweet potatoes, cold skewers, fried milk, potato pancakes, tofu skewers, pancakes, cold noodles, sausages, and other mobile stalls. It was crowded with people.
Further away was blocked by the pedestrians, making it impossible for Kieran to see the food.
However, the smell made Kieran a little impatient.
However, Kieran still followed the rules, queuing up and calling out his number.
Starbeck, on the other hand, stood beside Kieran with a smile and would buy a serving from time to time.
For Starbeck, the food here was nothing special, but with Kieran beside him, any normal food would taste better.
More so, Starbeck knew everyone had their strengths and weaknesses.
No one should be underestimated.
Absorbing other people's strengths might not be able to improve his cooking quickly but it was enough to give him some hints.
Both of them walked and stopped, and after Kieran spent around 30 Points in exchange vouchers, the two of them arrived at the end of the middle street.
Kieran turned around and looked at Starbeck with a questioning gaze.
After finishing the food in the middle, there was still the food on both sides.
It was unrealistic for Kieran to give up the food on both sides and leave.
"Either is fine," Starbeck said with a smile.
When Kieran walked aside, Starbeck added in his heart, "As long as I'm with you."
…
Pol was on his way to the Harvest Tavern when a figure suddenly appeared in front of him, forcing him to stop in his tracks.
The man's stance and posture told Borl that he was the man's target.
Although Pol had lost a lot of his strength, he still had his experience, so he naturally took a step back.
However, the sudden appearance of a figure behind him made Pol wisely give up on the idea of escaping.
Resist?
There was no such thing.
Pol knew himself very well.
"Mr. Pol, don't worry."
"We mean no harm."
Bella smiled as she blocked Pol's path.
"Really?"
Pol said noncommittally.
Strength was logic.
When Pol first entered the big city, he understood the logic, which was why he was able to rise so quickly.
He did not oppose the tyranny of the strong.
Similarly, he would not show any mercy to the weak.
The strong preyed on the weak. This was how the world worked.
If it wasn't for that incident, he would always think so and he would be proud of his identity as a Magistrate Guardian.
However, when that incident happened, he was even weaker than a common player, just a little stronger than the newbies, let alone the Magistrate Guardian.
Such a change made him feel hopeless.
He wanted to turn the situation around.
But it was useless.
The backup plans that he thought he had were broken down one after another. In the end, he almost became a laughing stock.
The reason why it was almost a laughing stock was because there was someone who treated him fairly.
When you were in a high position, fairness was everywhere.
But when you fell into the abyss, fairness would vanish without a trace.
Even in this desperate situation, there was still someone who treated him fairly. Pol's dead heart came back to life again.
Maybe he could try again.
He would no longer rely on others but himself!
So, Pol said it out loud.
"You guys are here for the Guardians?"
"That's right, we're here for the Guardian."
As a matter of fact, we used to be the Guardians too!
Besides, it was similar to what happened to you, Mr. Pol. Fortunately, we were prepared, so we didn't suffer too much damage. "
Bella nodded and said.
"Then?"
Borl asked with a frown.
He didn't believe what she said.
What happened to them should be true. They didn't suffer too much damage?
Pol didn't believe it either.
If Bella could reach such a level, why would she come looking for him?
"We hope to work with you, Mr. Pol.
Although what happened to us is similar, it is still different. If you can tell us what happened to you, I think it will be a great help to us.
Of course, since you have helped us, we will help you as well.
Our leader has done a lot of research on that person, he might be able to help you recover your strength. "
Bella said sincerely.
Her tone alarmed Pol even more.
He was thinking about what they would do if he rejected them.
There was a high chance that they would kidnap him and use some special method to interrogate him about what they wanted.
It wasn't hard to do such a thing in the big city, especially for Kieran, who was still weak at the moment. It was a piece of cake.
Rather than being forced …
Better to fight for it!
Pol said directly when the thought came into his mind.
"Recover my strength?
"I don't need it anymore. I need something more substantial."
Points and Skill Points. "
Pol said.
His heart, however, thought of that person again.
Compared to this kind of forced trade, that person's fairness was even more precious.
Bella was stunned. Pol's reaction was out of her expectation. Based on the information she gathered, Pol should be eager to recover his strength.
But soon, Bella smiled.
"Sure, how much do you need?"
Bella asked.
"At least 50000 Points and 30 Skill Points."
Pol gave a price.
It was a price that he had thought about.
It wasn't a high price for an organization, but it was enough for him to deal with certain situations.
Just as Pol expected, Bella didn't have the intention to bargain.
"Sure."
Bella then took out the contract.
"Are you sure you want me to tell you the information here?"
"Let's go to Harvest Inn.
It's safer there. "
Borl said as he continued forward.
This time, Bella didn't stop him.
She agreed with Kieran's words.
If there was a place in the big city that was the safest in the early days, it would be the Witch's lair without a doubt, although no one knew where it was.
Then, after the Witch went missing, Broker's market became the safest place to be.
Now?
Harvest Inn, which the Flaming Devil frequented, was recognized as the safest place in the city.
No one would lose their mind and cause trouble there.
Unless they were tired of living.
Ding Ding!
Pol pushed the door open and the wind chime rang. Lawless, who was holding a mop, saw Pol and company walk in, raising a brow.
He knew Pol.
He was a frequent customer of Harvest Inn, considered as his friend.
As for the people behind Pol?
First time seeing them.
Their presence wasn't friendly either, especially the two behind the woman, they were filled with malicious intent.
"Hey, Pol.
Need help? "
Lawless leaned on the mop and asked.
"No problem.
"They are my traders."
Pol smiled and pointed out Bella's identity.
If the fairness that that person gave him gave a glimmer of light in his dark, despairing heart, the man before him made him feel warm.
Harvest Inn wasn't a place he should frequent.
But because of Bella's existence, he was used to coming here, even if it was just for a free glass of lemonade.
"Understood."
Lawless nodded his head and turned towards the bar counter.
A lot of people would trade in Harvest Inn.
Acquaintances and acquaintances.
Acquaintances and strangers.
The former didn't cost anything.
The latter had to pay a certain fee.
"Zach's Eggnog.
10 Points, thanks for your patronage. "
Lawless placed a bottle of eggnog in front of Bella.
Bella obviously knew the rules, so she paid the Points without hesitation. After a glance at Lawless, who went back to mopping the floor, Bella looked at Pol.
Borl didn't hesitate and sent him a private message.
Pol: Mystic Realm! When you reach a certain level of danger, the Witch's Mark will activate the Mystic Realm!
Bella: Mystic Realm?
Pol: Yes, not Mystic Realm, it's Mystic Realm. Because when you are in the Mystic Realm, you will think you are in the place you want to be, then you will sink into it. When you realize it, the Mystic Realm will reveal the dagger and when it reaps you, your power will be depleted rapidly and you will fall into a deep slumber. When you wake up, you will be like me.
Bella: Is there any way to prevent it?
Pol: I don't know, but you guys can try wearing more items to protect your spirit.
…
The message exchange ended quickly.
Bella didn't even bid farewell to Pol and left.
Looking at Lawless's back, Borl picked up the unopened eggnog from the table and walked towards Lawless.
"Please."
Pol said.
"It's rare for you to be so generous!"
Lawless took the eggnog with a smile.
"This is my limit!"
Can you help me buy some items? "
Pol joked before asking.
"Of course, what do you want?"
Lawless asked.
"Some special one-time items."
Pol wrote down a shopping list and left 50 Points for Lawless.
He trusted Lawless.
Or rather, Lawless was the most trustworthy person in this place.
"Leave it to me."
After Lawless said that, he contacted his friend.
Around 10 minutes later, Pol had everything he needed.
"You want to go solo?"
Lawless asked as he initiated the trade.
"Yes.
I don't have a choice. "
Borl let out a bitter laugh.
"Do you need help?
I'm a great mercenary! "
Lawless gave a thumbs up and pointed at himself.
Pol was stunned. He then tapped Lawless on the shoulder.
"Thanks.
If I can come back, I'll buy you a drink. "
Pol then walked to the bar counter.
"I need a temporary shelter for an hour."
Pol traded the remaining 50 Points to Rachel.
"Follow me."
Rachel glanced at Borl before she turned around and walked into the secret passage of the inn.
The secret passage didn't lead to the living room or the outside world. It led to a house behind Harvest Inn.
"You can use it for an hour.
If you damage your items, you'll have to pay for it.
I'll pick you up in an hour. "
After reminding Kieran, Rachel entered the secret passage again.
Pol looked at the closed secret passage and sat down on the only sofa in the room. He took a few deep breaths and vanished into a white light.
At the same time, in a secret place in the big city, an irritating alarm went off repeatedly.
Beep Beep Beep!
The moment the alarm went off, Zorl, the registrar that the players were familiar with, dashed into the room and pressed the emergency button when he saw Broker in the nutrient pod.
The alarm stopped right away.
Zorl heaved a breath of relief.
But at the next moment, he widened his eyes.
Because …
Puk!
Broker spat out a mouthful of blood from his slumber.
Broker's eyes also opened at the same time.
"Activate backup plan!"
After Broker uttered those words clearly, he spat out another mouthful of blood and fell into a deeper coma.
Zorl dared not dally, taking out the black box that he always carried with him.
After a series of complicated passwords, the black box opened. Inside was a button.
Zorl pressed the button.
Nothing happened after that.
Zorl wasn't surprised though.
This was what his master was best at: boiling a frog in warm water!
Only at the very last moment, the person who fell into the trap would realize it was a trap, but it was useless. Once that happened, it would be a dead end!
Zorl was full of confidence when he thought about Broker's success.
Even though Broker was unconscious again and there was blood on the corner of his mouth, Zorl was still confident.
"My lord will surely turn the situation around!"
Zorl believed in it.
…
After touring the entire food festival, Kieran sent Starbeck back to his house. Behind them, the bodyguards who had been hiding for half a day finally heaved a breath of relief and returned to their posts.
After listening to Kieran's advice, Starbeck didn't just increase the number of bodyguards, he even asked them to learn dungeon world experience from Lawless and the others.
Of course, it wasn't free.
The bodyguards knew what was going on, so they cherished the rich reward and the chance to change their lives even more.
The bodyguards were very satisfied with their employer.
Unless absolutely necessary, their employer would never leave his room in the game.
However, today was an accident!
The bodyguards smiled bitterly when they thought about the never-ending stream of people. It was too tiring, and a few hours had exhausted them despite their considerable strength. However, the bodyguards didn't let their guard down.
Therefore, when an unusual wind appeared, all of them were alarmed.
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