*Rio POV*
How am I gonna read a book with no hands? I guess I can grab a book with my beak, Or I can ask someone to bring a book to me... none of it will work. As I was thinking a felt a tap on my leg. When I looked down I saw a young rabbit girl wearing a cute dress. I tilted my head as if asking what she wanted. She then pointed towards a row of book shelves that are too high for her to reach. So I nodded and lie down for her to climb upon my back. I then proceed to walk towards a row of shelves she mention. Then I felt a shift of movement on my back. After that she petted me on the neck giving the sign to put her down. Once she gets off my back she bowed to me and said thank you then left to go read her book.
[Congratulations you have gained a new trait... Helpful]
'Well that is helpful to know' I snickered
Looking around seeing as I am indeed alone again. it would not hurt to take a book with my beak, as long as I am careful right?
*1 hour later...*
If anyone was nearby they would see a Silver bird trying to flip a book with his beak with little success. Apparently on this side of the area; are mostly books about cooking. I wonder if they have books about magic. I then heard footsteps coming my way.
"There you are Rio, I was looking all over for you" I heard a familiar voice.
When I turned around; I saw Kuriki.
"Come on, I want to show you something" she said. I wonder what she wanted to show. Must be a dress...
As I followed Kuriki, she led me to a shop labeled Armory. She turned towards me and told me to wait here... again. She went inside as I waited, after a couple of minutes she brought the shopkeeper to the front door. What surprise me was a dwarf wearing a smithing apron. While he is looking at me careful from top to bottom, he turned towards Kuriki.
"Well capt, ye sure have found a fine mount" he said while scratching his beard. "I can definitely make a pretty fine armor for your friend here but it will cost ye"
"How much?" Kuriki curiously asked.
"Oh about say... five gold coins should suffice" the smith answered. Kuriki handed five gold coins to the smith and told her that it would be done the next day.
'What was that about?' I asked Kuriki.
She turned towards me and smiled "well it would be fitting if you had armor."
'Okay.... change of topic when are we going back to Kida?' I asked
"Oh do not worry about that, I already sent a squad to the Stone dungeon. and once the summoner gets here.... well you do not need to worry about that." Kuriki answered.
'So what are we doing in the mean time?'
Kuriki pointed accusingly at me "first off why were you in the public Library"
'Well there was this elf that dropped an entire stack of books and he asked me to get the books to the Library, then once that is done a kid with bunny ears pointed to a bookshelf that she is unable to reach and helped. I also wanted to read some books in there but seeing as I have no hands...' I trailed off looking at Kuriki if she knew what my predicament was.
Kuriki thought for a moment until she reply "well you can always ask me you know, I am like a walking encyclopedia" saying with confidence.
I tilted my head 'do you know about magic?'
When I said that she wilted a little and reply "no..." with her hands rubbing behind her head.
"I mostly know more on the close-combat department, you should ask Kida. He has lots of spells that he learn from his instructor."
I nodded and asked another question 'What about the adventures guild'
"Well there are 6 tiers. they have an orb of Identifying; which shows your strength and weaknesses, as well as your class and level. Ranks goes from D to SS adventurers. This also goes according to monsters ranking as well. Of course, stats does not mean much if you can just outwit your opponent. For example, A high agility person can cast spells faster and move more easily in battle. A high Defense person can withstand high amount of punishment before they pass-out. You getting me so far?" Kuriki explained to me and I nodded.
'What about the guards?' I asked
"If you are referring to ranks, It goes from recruits who are in training, then goes on to Corporal, Lieutenant, lastly Captain. We have an academy for new recruits who are require to take to increase their combat effectiveness" Kuriki paused and looked at me.
"Anything else you wanted to know?" I said not at the moment and thanked her.
"Well, let us go to the barracks and rest" Kuriki said.
I should really plan on going out and train...
*Third Person*
As the two walked to the barracks, a group cultists are carefully watching them.
"Have we seen this animal before?" asked one of the cultists.
"It might be a divine creature, look at its feathers"
"Should we deal with it?" asked another.
"It is with the captain of the black guard, we can not deal with her"
"We already have units inside the barracks camp undercover, we can send an assassin unit to deal with it."
"Yessss, but then we risk exposssing ourselvesss to the public" hissed another.
"What should we do Sir" asked a cultist.
A black robe figured could be seen holding a ancient staff. If one would get close enough they would see red slitted eyes and a lizard tail.
"For now keep watch and report any findingsss about thisss creature. Send a sssquad by night to the Library, those booksss should be delivered by now." ordered a captain of the cult.
"Yes sir" they said in unison.
The robed lizard-men looked at the Library.
"Soon, the demon lord will reign terror over Adrovion."
*Sun Empire estate; Conference room*
Lord Okiba Is seen sitting on his royal chair. listening to the nobles.
"We have heard sightings that a cult has made into Iron haven Mi'lord" said a merchant.
"We have reports of raids among the road as well sir. and a message from Captain Kuriki of the black guard requesting a summoner to Iron Haven"
Lord Okiba; with his armor adored around his body made with the toughest material. Deep blue eyes with a Verdi beard. He is currently in thought scratching his beard. Known for being a hero that slayed the first demon lord uprising. and having a good relationship towards the four territories. As the lizard-men territory are very hostile regardless of being kind to them.
"Send a summoner to Iron Haven with a squad Commander. I hope My son finds something there."
Lord Okiba stood up and walked towards the balcony. Seeing his empire to his fullest as the sun dips down.
"By the creator, Protect us all and Kida my son.... Be safe." Okiba prayed.