Dealing with the consequences

"We will put pressure on the Arab countries with the modune," Grano said. ”

"Pressurize them?"

"Yes. We will phrase it in words like "How dare you get along with one of our high-ranking officials?"

Grano is the head of the Water Magic Lab. If he continues this career path, then he will end up as a professor, who is the top executive of the Magic Tower. In other words, he is a top member with a bright future.

Still, Moderna took aim at him.

This is a very serious problem, and the severity of it will put pressure on the Kingdom of Alabaas.

"Hmm. So apart from money, you want to get something else from them," Conou said.

"Yes. We will use this opportunity to put pressure on the Kingdom of the Arabs and set up branches in its capital. ”

While the headquarters of the tower is located in Altan, it also has several branches throughout the continent.

However, there are places where no one is present at all.

The three Arab kingdoms in the east, the White Goose and the Dras, have no branches.

The Eastern Kingdom developed its own style of magic. Therefore, there was no urgent need to build a branch of the tower there, the so-called cradle of magic.

On the other hand, the ultimate goal of the tower is the development of magic. As a result, they wish to exchange knowledge for the Eastern Kingdom, which has developed its own magical system.

However, to date, the Eastern Kingdom has rejected their requests, fearing that allowing the Tower into its kingdom would cause its magic to lose its importance or its magical secrets to be stolen.

But the Tone Attack on Granor provided a unique opportunity: they could take the opportunity to establish a base in the Kingdom of Alabas.

"How long has this been going on?" asked Conou.

It seems that they did not make this suggestion on the spot. After all, Jack (Jack) brought up the topic, and Granno (Granno) explained it in detail.

"Lord Tata came up with this plan after I contacted them in order to explain the conspiracy in Modone and ask for reinforcements," said Granor. ”

"Lord, Mr. Con'ou and Mr. Ed say that they want to respect your decision above all. If you agree to these terms, we will proceed as planned. The decision is yours. Jack said.

"Hmm. ”

Conou stroked his chin.

Initially, Conou wants to force Morduni and his men to pay for their lives.

After all, that's the winner's right. However, Jack gave him another option.

Which option is better for him?

"What will happen if you fail in negotiations with the kingdom of the Arabs?" asked Conou.

"Then we will ransom from Moderna and his men, respectively, and then we will pay your party. ”

With all that said, Con is aware that there are no downsides to this deal.

"Okay. Then I'll leave the key to you. ”

Ed said, "I'll go as he decides." ”

"You made the right decision. ”

Jack smiled.

"Please tell us how Mr. Grano's negotiations are going," Conou said. ”

Granno is trustworthy, and he is also the highest official in the tower.

They can get a detailed progress report on the negotiations through him. Of course, they can also figure out how much they will receive when the time comes.

"I understand. ”

Grano nodded.

"Then, we'll take care of Morduni and the insect mage," Jack said. ”

"What about the mercenaries who fought with 100 warriors?" Dion asked.

The Arab Kingdom had hired the Red Sands to aid Moduni. However, it is also unlikely that the Arab kingdom will be held accountable for this.

"Let's take some ransom out of them and let them go," Conou said. ”

Just because they are mercenaries, doesn't mean he can make them free.

Dion said, "I'll take care of it." After all, we need to make money too. ”

He was essentially telling him that the 100 fighters would collect a ransom from the mercenaries.

Ah, I don't think their help is free after all.

Cono asked for their help. Moreover, these 100 warriors were also the ones who conquered the Red Sands troops.

"Forward. ”

Conor had no choice but to comply.

They have already decided what to do with the modudoni, insect mages and mercenaries.

100 fighters were paid a ransom and the mercenaries were released.

They rode their camels and went their separate ways.

Their captain Kore was killed in the battle, so they either went to another mercenary group or chose a new captain and got back to work.

Jack said, "We're going to bring Morduni and the insect mage back to the tower. ”

"But there seems to be a device that interferes with teleportation," Grano said. ”

He's seen the return scroll of the key fail.

"Ah, is that what you're worried about? Mordone created an obstacle that prevented all teleportation spells from passing. ”

The earth mage Glendahl passed by a black sphere the size of a basketball.

An enhanced insect mage wears it on his body, and once defeated, Glendahl removes it from them.

"Monet was defeated by his own tricks. ”

Cono realized why the last trick of the key didn't work.

Grinda said, "We've turned off the device, so we can now use the teleportation spell. ”

"If you want to go back to Altain, we can take you there," Jack said. ”

Conou glanced at Dion.

"We would be grateful," Dion said. ”

The mages drew a huge magic circle underneath them.

It looks similar to the magic circle set up at the intercity gate.

Dion and 100 warriors enter the magic circle.

"Farewell. ”

Con O's smiled and entered the magic circle as well. Eder and Grano followed suit.

"pH, it's a relief. I forgot to bring the return scroll. ”

Sibiro breathed a sigh of relief and stepped into the magical realm.

Five battle staffs chanted from outside the magic circle, and a pillar of light formed around the magic circle.

By the time the pillar of light vanished, Con'ou's team and 100 warriors were nowhere to be found.

"I'll adjust the coordinates. ”

Son and Arden removed part of the magic circle and redrew it, adjusting the coordinates.

Conou and 100 fighters have been sent to the intercity gate of Altan, but the rules of battle set new coordinates for the gate under the tower.

Jack said, "Let's go too." ”

"Come in!" Gracie said sharply.

She pushed Modona and the insect mage bound in her upper body into the circle.

Then, the battle mage himself entered the magic circle.

They cast a teleportation spell as before, and a glowing pillar of light rose around the magic circle.

ah

A gust of wind blew, and the sand covered the now empty magic circle.

Conou's team and 100 fighters ejected from Altan's intercity transport door.

Dion said, "Let's go now." ”

"Okay. Please tell Berkan that I will be coming to see him soon. Con said.

"Got it. ”

Dion and 100 warriors went to the temple.

"I'm going home too," Granno said. I would like to see my wife and daughter. ”

"When you're done dealing with the treasure, give me a call. ”

"Yes, I know. Grano said, and left.

Sibiro said, "You have seven more times." ”

If he helps Conou seven more times, he will be free!

"I still have seven?"

Cono smiled.

"Only seven left," Sepro replied.

"Anyway, thank you for your help today. ”

Conou patted Sibiro on the shoulder.

"If you really feel that way, then reduce it to six. ”

"I'm not so grateful. ”

"Oops. I'm gone now. Stay safe, bro. ”

"You too. ”

Edel and Sibiro hold each other's hands.

"Goodbye," Sibiro said, leaving.

Now, Conou and Ed are alone.

"Mr. Conou, I will..."

"You're going too?"

Con frowned.

He looked at Eder and seemed to say, "Your boss hasn't left yet, so how dare you go home!!".

"You're welcome. I'm not going to go anywhere. Edel replied involuntarily, cursing inward at Conou.

"You're just cursing at me, aren't you?"

Conou stared at Eder.

"No, I didn't," Edel pretended not guilty.

"Really, if you're an honest man, then I'm going to let you go home. ”

"I did. Of course I did! I'm sorry. ”

Ed exaggerated his hands.

"I'll let you go before you ask me to go out again. Go home and rest. ”

Conou relaxed his smile.

"Really?"

"Yes. ”

"Hey. Then I'll go first. ”

Ed laughed and left. He even waved at Conou.

''They say workers are happiest when they come home on time...

Conou watched Edel leave, then began to move.

Con opened the door to the Adventurers' Guild and walked in.

"I've become an adventurer!"

"I completed a mission. ”

"Want to try this quest?"

The Adventurer's Guild is packed with players.

Conou looked around for Jace.

Jayce, a middle-aged man with a scar on his left eye, first finds Conou and approaches him.

"You! It's been a long time. ”

"Mr. Jayce!"

Conou beamed with joy.

"So, have you come back from the desert?" asked Jayce.

"Of course. ”

"What about the hidden oasis?"

"Please clear my mission to kill Shaturin first. I'll tell you later. ”

"Mom. You've definitely done the job. ”

[You have completed the mission, kill Sandurion.] ]

[As a bonus, your fame in the Barryton Desert increases.] ]

[Your credibility in the Adventurer's Guild has been increased.] ]

[You have gone from being an apprentice adventurer to a full-fledged adventurer.] You can now accept more quests of higher difficulty from the Adventurers' Guild. ]

Jayce handed him a pouch containing 50 gold.

"Thank you very much. ”

Cono accepted the gold bag.

"So, have you really found the hidden oasis?" Jayce asked again.

"Of course. ”

Cono smiled.

"Are you really?"

"Yes. ”

"How? No, where? Is there really an oasis that no one knows?"

Jayce asked several questions at once.

"I'll tell you everything, but first, is there a place where we can talk privately?" said Conou, looking around.

There are so many people here.

"Follow me. ”

There is a rest area for adventurers under the Adventurers' Guild.

Jace and Cono sat down at a table in the corner of the lounge area.

"Now, let me first introduce you to a meeting with Barryton desert expert Granno. ”

Cono begins to tell him about his long journey in search of a hidden oasis.

He begins with a letter from Tino, which introduces him to Granno (Granno), followed by a crystal collection on the uninhabited island of Kestan Canyon, where he meets the Aqua, Lupeña (Lupenia), and others.

Conou also told him about his adventures in the baritone desert, such as his visit to the Pyramid of Bescarmen, the Canyon of Tulus, and finally the Hidden Oasis!

"Man, you did take a risk, didn't you. ”

Jayce was taken aback and gave a thumbs up.

[Your adventure in the Hidden Oasis has been officially reported to the Adventurers' Guild.] ]

[Your credibility in the Adventurer's Guild has been increased.] ]

[Your intimacy with veteran adventurer Jace has increased.] ]

"It's all because you told me about the Hidden Oasis, Mr. Jayce. ”

Cono smiled. If he had a tail, then he might wave it excitedly.

"Haha, it looks like I'm right. You will become a great adventurer. ”

"Thank you. But do you have any information that would be useful to me?" asked Conou politely.

Why would he risk his throat until his throat hurts?

This is to get information that can generate huge profits like a hidden oasis.

"Information..."

Jayce fell into deep thought.

Conou was completely focused on Jace's voice.

"I wonder he'll tell me this time..."

"I..."

"Excuse me?" asked Conou.

He must have heard it wrong, right?

Jayce said, "I don't have any information about you. ”

"You don't have anything, the sword of the Lothea family, the cave hidden by the wind, or the hidden oasis;

The greater the expectation, the greater the disappointment. Con asked disappointedly.

"I don't have any new information for you right now, and I haven't heard any tempting rumors," Jayce said. ”

"Really?"

"Really. ”

Jayce shook his head.

"It's a shame. ”

"If I can get some good information or hear something, I'll tell you first. ”

"While you're doing, focus on the information that will make me money. ”

After all, he tried to make a living here.

"You're right. ”

In the end, Cono left the Adventurers' Guild empty-handed.

"Hmm. I think tomorrow I will start doing physical labor. ”

He chose a dungeon that he thought might contain a hidden dungeon and went to check. Cono will rinse and repeat until he finds himself in a hidden dungeon.

Indeed, finding a hidden dungeon is the equivalent of manual labor.

"Okay. I'll set up the auction at Monique's auction house and then browse the internet community to gather information about the dungeon. ”

Con Ou walked to the nearest auction house.

He sat on the couch inside the café-shaped auction house and opened the auction interface.

He then began to browse through the items that were being auctioned.

Well, the price has gone up.

The market price of high-demand items increased slightly.

This means that the value of Als's currency, gold, has depreciated.

The reason is obvious: players are starting to make more and more gold, which makes the supply even more abundant.

"When Granor gives me my share, I should have converted it into cash immediately. ”

Kangou plans to convert as much gold as possible before the gold price depreciates further.

"Well... That now. ”

Conou looks for a dagger similar to Moniku to determine its market price.