Calestine City
Brilliant gold and orange hues bled like fire in the east over the rivers and beyond the city. The first slither of the sun peeked over the skyline spreading radiance and warmth.
Of to the west of the city an ancient mansion loomed over the land. Even if one was not knowledgeable it would only take a glance to know that the mansion had some histories.
On the backside of the ancient mansion an old man with long beard could be seen sitting facing the rising sun and blooming flowers.
Calvin sat upon the wooden chair in his garden, his robe soaking up the damp morning dew, as he overlooked the sea of flowers. Darkness had not long surrendered to the light, yet he could see the thick grey clouds that were cast over the sky.
The gentle breeze tousled his long white beard and ran through the trees.
Disturbing the peaceful painting like scene a butler suited in a black attire walked carrying a file. Calvin's eyes shone with a dim light, he extended his wrinkled old right hand towards the butler.
Immediately the butler full of respect handed the file to Calvin.
"Master, due to the limited time it wasn't possible to get more information. Sir David promised that in three days comprehensive information will be collected."
Calvin slightly nodded and flipped through the pages. The butler acknowledging took a step back and left through the way he came in.
The file had detailed information regarding Blood Hawk mercenary group and Antonio. Most was simple general information regarding them.
Antonio - Age 79
Occupation - Explorer
No notable achievements. His mentor Mathew Elrecis is a famous Historian and Appraiser.
Family - A younger broth…
Calvin carefully looked through the information. Antonio was a not so famous explorer, but due to his teacher's fame, he was lucky to participate with other capable groups. Before ten years Antonio developed his on team and it was gaining fame. Had a good skill set necessary for an adventurer and explorer.
Two months ago in an exploration to an alleged ancient magicians residence, their team was wiped out and the only survivor being Antonio.
It is believed that the exploration consisted of five parties including a group from Blood Hawk mercenary group. Among the five parties only Blood Hawk mercenary group survived and from the dozen entered only four safely returned.
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It has been recorded that among the dead, there was Captain Hawk's cousin.
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Antonio was coincidentally seen by one of the underground forces and informed Blood Hawk mercenary group.
From there the cat and mouse game started. Captain Hawk claimed that Antonio killed and plundered his cousin's life and treasures.
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Calvin scrutinized every minute detail, he was itching to know what attracted a Maxim level character to make his presence known. But unfortunately there were too little details to go on. The report didn't have any surprising information since not much time has passed after he gave the order to collect their information.
Calvin blankly stared at the report, deep inside he had a feeling that something was wrong, but he couldn't exactly put his finger on what it was.
Ting! Ting!
Waking up from his thoughts, Calvin tapped on his antique looking bracelet. The bracelet lit up and a screen emerged from inside.
It was a SmartWatch. It was specially designed to look like a ancient bracelet with lots of history. It seemed Calvin was quite interested in antique items.
In the screen an old man with a short beard was shown. His face and tone of his voice clearly indicating his displeasure.
"Hey, I got the information and have send it to you."
Calvin smiled gently and nodded.
"Thank you my dear friend Mann."
Mann immediately yelled, "Hah, don't just finish everything with a thank you. I paid a lot to get this information. I will soon come to your house. Prepare your treasured wine for me as your compensation."
"What are y-" without waiting for a reply from Calvin, Mann quickly hanged up.
Calvin sat for a long time knitting his brows.
After a while, Calvin read the document send by Mann. It had details regarding what happened between Antonio and Blood Hawk in City of Datura. Since Mann had some friends there it was easy to get this.
Slowly Calvin scrolled through the document.
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The manager of Grey Hall Saddik was killed by members of Blood Hawk mercenaries. During the fight Grey Hall inadvertently got destroyed by Blood Hawk mercenaries.
Captain Hawk related with their organization's headquarters and gave enough compensation for the destruction of Grey Hall and Saddik before he acted.
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On the same day in the middle of free market five Blood Hawk mercenaries fought with Antonio and called him Fedrick, an alias he used when he was in Rainlight region. After a short fight, Antonio escaped with internal injuries….
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Calvin was shocked and amused for a moment. The information even had the extend of injuries and parts where injured. It seems from the start they had both of them in strict surveillance
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Antonio spread false information and rumors to bait more adventures and powerhouses.
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One of the Arsln member found Antonio and surrounded him. After a long talk they established cooperation.
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Antonio sold Arsln family a huge number of treasures including Pseudo Unreal Flower, detailed information regarding the treasures not known, source has not verified.
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Arsln family gave the Pseudo Unreal Flower and some other treasures to Sky Imperium Palace to auction as the premise being the participants must hand over a treasure whether common or not as participating fee.
Sky Imperium Palace bought the treasures at the market price.
Concrete details regarding the deal unknown.
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Arsln family fanned the flames causing the city filling with more foreigners.
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Fights frequently happened between Antonio and Blood Hawk mercenaries in the streets.
The Underhood black market helped Blood Hawk mercenaries in information gathering.
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Near the Grey Hall three mercenaries from Blood Hawk was found dead.
Reason Unknown.
It was found that two of the three were survivors from the ruins that was explored together with Antonio.
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Arsln family covertly placed the array Six Directions Law Forming Earth transformation array according to Antonio's needs.
A specially transformed trap and supporting type time limited consumable array.
Arsln Family at midnight announced that they are expanding the city and that area is going to be restructured and asked to look forward for the new facilities.
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Hawk related to Arsln family and asked permission for hunting and killing of Antonio.
Hawk asked help from Arsln family for trapping Antonio and requested non-interference from other parties.
Hawk paid a heavy price for the assistance of the Arsln family. Price Unknown.
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Concrete details regarding the fight is unknown, still investigating.
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Antonio paid Skylark mercenaries to hunt Blood Hawk mercenaries outside the array. It was a private mission.
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Antonio also hired a two star assassin from Blood Hall to kill Vice-Captain of Blood Hawk mercenary group.
It is confirmed that Antonio's financial capability was very high.
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Antonio is believed to used various types of poisons that are potent against warriors and constructed an elementary poison array and combined with the Six Directions Law Forming Earth transformation array.
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Captain Hawk is believed to use a artifact capable of inhibiting earth related abilities or earth transformation. Thus Antonio was incapable of effective use of earth spells and his awakened ability.
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Due to large quantity of poison in the atmosphere, it is believed that a chain reaction has taken place and unknowingly increased the potent corrosive power. Further analysis needed, collecting date.
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Due to unintentional or intentional corrosion of the array core and other key materials the array exploded releasing a poisonous smoke cloud. But it have not travelled far and no causalities are detected among the civilians.
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It is unknown whether Antonio and Hawk have survived or not.
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It is believed that Creed Family have activated the Eye of the Sky in City of Datura and faced the ire of Arsln family. But it is confirmed that they have witnessed key moments of the fight.
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Closing down the document Calvin fell in deep thought.
'What am I missing?'
'Dr. Frankenstein came for something and he got it. Even if I found something, it will not be usable for me. It's not like I can go and snatch it.'
Heaving a long sigh Calvin stood up and watched the rising sun.
'I need some sleep. Still what is this feeling, it's like….like I overlooked something.'
'Right now Mann should have sold our information.'
Calvin lowered his eyes and slowly caressed his beard, a small smile slowly crept on his face.
"City of Datura. It must be in chaos."
"No one want to be eliminated by a Doctor, no not eliminated it should be treated. There are a lot of vermin in the world of living."