When you come at a crossing path. How do you identify the wrong path. You can predict for sure. But can't know un less you already know the future.
But it would get boring if you knew what lies at the end of each path. It's just like those games with multiple endings like Zero Escape . The second one.
This is what some people believe. Who like to take risk. And because of the thrill.
But for a business man k. Owing your lath is the best thing you can do. The less variables you have to deal with the better.
That's why there are fans of both. This is what inspired the birth of both Oracle :One who knows everything about everything and
The Guide : One who can see the path.
But as words flow with time such flows the story of Jay as he tried to sleep and thinks what he needs to do.
Jay scanned the entire house and found the kids sleeping peacefully and the cook the following morning.
Jay ran through the entire mansion just to find them.
Opening every door but the door where they actually were.
And this action took place 5 seconds after the God's left the vicinity of the mansion. Jay took a deep breath of relief.
And finally he showed them their room and slept peacefully.
The following morning :
There was a loud knock on the door.
Jay still slept like log afterall he was sleeping on a quality bedding left by the Baron.
So soft that one might sink inside it. It feels so comfortable and fluffy. The one who made it must be a legendary craftsman.
So Jay sleeping soundly. As the sound of the knocks increased further.
Jay finally woke up from his peaceful sleep. And he headed towards the door. As soon as he opened it. He was swarmed my the kids who lived there. And the butler holding a bowl of water to wash up.
Butler :
Sir it's good to see you once again. Here is a bowl of water please wash up. Also
These kids missed you. I hope you will tend to them.
And the chef has just made breakfast.
Sometimes I forget that there is a butler at the estate who is a professional at what he does. A true multitasking personnel.
While the kids have now grown in a year. And the butler has also taken a keen interest in easing raising them
After the walls were constructed the town was controlled by the guild master. He was already experienced in handling and managing large groups of people.
He and his son both handled the village as the Duke managing the territory died (definitely not because of Jay or anything) and a new Duke wasn't appointed because the kingdom fell soon after due to the
Witch of Extinction.
And the town was already deeply influenced by the Preachers of the God. First it was The Order of the Round Table but as Lumina died so did the Order fade away from existance wiped away at last to keep the demons out of the mainland.
Their order was replaced by the God of Justice and Order.
The closest divinity to the God of Light.
As for Kaos he is worshipped by a cult and some members of the Fort Bronx who worships his apostle the God of War.
Even if Phizon had perished. It seemed that he stored wine of his divinity contain profound knowledge in many pieces or heirlooms. Before his death.
These heirlooms were found to be abyss positive. And if contact was made with it the longer the contact the more the person is prone to abyss intoxication but the more knowledge he could possess.
And in the profound knowledge there was no way to cure the abyss intoxication. It was as if the detail was removed by force.
Now the Order of Justice was responsible for protecting the towns who were non affiliated with the Foundation.
Due to the abyss the world split into three. Those who are affiliated with gods, one with immortals and
Unafiliated kingdoms
These kingdoms have something up their sleeves to counter the beast. But the immortals are slowly day by day I i graining themselves and making them swear fealty to them.
So do the God's. Both of them using every dirty political trick in the books. As well ascoming up with new ideas.
So right now there's only three territory which are safe because both of the parties have their eyes on these territory. Thus making it disputed one. Leading to a cold war
For the God's the Immortals are like pest no matter how you get rid of them they always come back.
Currently Elba is a territory controlled by God. The Duke failed to acquire the territory due to his death. Because of a certain someone.
But the town was still normal just a lot of guards though. Jay after his breakfast dressed up and decided to go to the guild.
He left after leaving a word with Phoenix and others.
Walking through the town he saw many places which felt close to home. Paul's smithy, the accessory shop frequented by McElroy. The coffee shop where C rankers frequented.
The mansion which was empty at first but is now filled withang memories.
The potion shop which I frequented regularly to buy potions.
But now I don't use them. I now rely on high speed regen that's why I have taken many regen skills.
Getting hurt is a pain so many aversion skills that I can afford.
Also the best skill that Jay possess is the ability to not feel pain and fatigue. Thus he can push his body much more than normal.
Because die to the regen ability. There is less of lactic acid accumulation thus less fatigue.
And finally the memorable feature of this town is the guild.
As soon as he opened the door. The guild seemed to be more filled than ever. Even at the reception.
Jay asked the receptionist about the Guild Master.
Receptionist :
Please wait for a while I'll contact the guild master.
The receptionist sent someone to inform him of his arrival.
Receptionist :
It might take some time why don't you look at some new quest recently posted on the board above.
Jay decided to heed with her and went on the second floor where the bar once had an homely feeling was now filled with rag Tage groups. And now felt more commercial than ever. Jay decided to look at the board despite having no intention of taking a request.
Jay Garrick had become a star as he had become one who had completed an SS rank quest after a long time.
And there was one familiar quest.
The one of the three ranked SSS+ and Jay was right about it.
The highest level quest the guild offers. And the rewards are a measly 159 gold.
But it was more than a century old thus it wasn't adjusted for inflation. Jay was going for the quest already so he decided to rip off the page and decided to head back.
And as he did there was intense chatter. Because he was the one who bought down the ice dragon and survived the demon war also.
And ripping the SSS rank task. Means only one thing despite the low amount of money. He going to take the task just for honor.
The other two SSS ranks included one more century old find of a herb said to be only a myth set around 135 gold.
(not inflation adjusted)
And another one more is to kill a several legendary beasts :
The Tempest, The Tearing and the Roaring Moon,
The scar faced Lion,
With several dragons
The King of Dragon's (current), the Poison dragon.
And with its difficulty it has the highest reward of them all
(999 gold)
At that time enough to buy three entire kingdoms.
All of the three are unsolved. For centuries then only one question arise. Why don't the immortal show any interest.
Immortals could easily kill these beast.
Because it is not their concern.
If the people are outside their walls dying then it is a zero concern. In fact they themselves have lead Extinction events. Just to not die.
And now Jay who had taken the quest for slave island was heading back with the quest in his hand.
Receptionist :
The guild master wants to see you please head towards his office on the third floor.
Jay entered the guild master's office.
Master :
So you finally came back from the war. That's a relief.
I thought you had died in the war. Where's McElroy I don't see him.
Jay :
He's away for a bit. He'll be back soon.
Master :
What's that on your hand is that another request.
Show me.
Jay handed the SSS rank request.
Master :
You. Want to take this request?
Master :
Don't bother. It's highly depreciated doesn't even pay well.
And has absolutely nothing to offer. This request has been among us for generations but there was no ond capable enough to complete it.
Jay :
Why is this quest so highly ranked.
Master :
This quests is a cry for help. From the distant slave island
And it has been for generations.
An island highly militarized with magic weapons.
A barrier which makes it improbable to escape.
The number of soldiers out number the slaves even.
Once someone is caught he is executed without any mercy.
Any blessing of God refuses to work in that place.
And even mana is limited. Unless the authorities want the mana is not released.
And the worst of all there are two dragons
The Roaring Moon and the Tearing Moon.
And a Regional God of the island.
The God of Disorientation : Fecenta.
Guarding the island under a oath.
Guild master :
I don't want someone like you to die on that island. Just choose something else what about the search for the mythical herb. If you want difficulty.
Just surviving the war was enough to gain you honor.
Jay :
Honor, what honor?
Master :
Since you were gone the stories have reached everywhere. To every demon slayer who didn't or couldn't participate.
They all wanted you to receive an honor instead of remaining a mercenary. Or a guild worker.
Just accepting the prize enough would be enough to get you
A castle
Jay :
No. This is something I need to do.
Master :
Look when I was at your age. I had married my beautiful and that's when I understood the meaning of love and life.
I had a son who's going to handle the guild affairs after I retire. My life been well enough.
What about you, don't you want the same life as well?
Jay :
Then, I hope you will pray for my safe return.
Master :
How did a money hungry person like you end up like this. Just go back to how you were.
The Guild Master took a deep breath. And came back as a professional.
Master : serious
Are you sure you want to do this . You might not come back alive. And the guild or any personnel of the guild will not be responsible for your actions.
Jay :
If I couldn't I wouldn't have even laid my eyes on it.
Master :
Then I hope you achieve great results. When will you be going there.
Jay :
I had a thing to do in the desert it will be after that.
Master :
It was a pleasure meeting you.
Jay opened the door of the office to leave but he stopped just to say one word.
Jay :
I'm not dead yet.
And left the office. There was someone who finally took on the SSS class quest.