It's been a day since Reh came to Umanata, the capital of the Kunid Kingdom.
And right now, he was standing at the front of an elegant shop. It has a different variation of decorations. But all of the decorations that were displayed, the most noticeable of them were a sculpture and painting of nude women that had a manacle in their hand.
Both the sculptured and portraits were placed at the entrance, so if anyone saw them, especially men, with no words to say, they would find out what was in this shop.
But no need to go that far, as the product that was being sold in this shop was placed in the sign of the shop.
[Slave House]
Reh read the sign.
It was engraved on Reh all the lessons and information Ronald stuff in his brain.
"Aside from Demons, Amazons, and Beasts, the Elven race is one of the oldest and has a long history in this world.
It is once believed that the Elves were the first residents that roamed this world. So, if there is someone who could help you when it comes to vast information and blend into the society of Deimos, Elves are the number one choice. Luckily, one thousand years ago, the Elves began their interaction with the Human race, so it is not difficult to talk to Elves.
"Then... What about the Beastkin race?"
"The Zagon Empire holds all the Beastkin race. They were all put in the concentration camp and ordered to mine Orichalcum on their former great territory. To make it short, you can't find a single Beastkin that was free or roaming here. Not unless they were hiding."
Reh suddenly remembers the lesson and talk he once had with Ronald.
And Ronald indeed taught him all he needed to know, but still, it is different in actuality and reality. That's why Reh needed someone who would guide and teach him.
And the best candidate for that job is a slave.
Reh was not going to invite or let someone join his party. He's not the same as before. That Reh would easily believe and trust others. And he held so many secrets that once the Empire learned about it, he would be hunted down wherever he hid. At this time, he didn't want to stand out. Not yet... Not yet...
That's where a slave came in. A slave cannot betray or disobey their master. If their master ordered them to commit suicide, they would do it even if they didn't want to because of the slave cuffs that were attached to them.
Reh begins to walk inside the shop. Inside were not have a much different from the tavern, the only difference is that the people who were inside the shop were all Nobles or a wealthy merchant. Reh was immediately greeted by one of the staff. An old man.
"It's our pleasure to have you here, Sir... How can I help? Or maybe you already have a type of slave you want? If that was the case, our shop is the right choice for it. We have a variety of slaves you can choose one." Greeted by the staff.
"Well... I do have something in mind... It's just that... I don't know if you have one." Reh.
"I'm sorry if this may sound rude, dear Sir, but would you mind to tell what's on your mind? Because as I said, we have a variety of slaves you can choose." Staff.
"I was looking for an Elven slave... Does your shop have one?" Reh bluntly said.
The old man looked at Reh from head to toe. He was checking Reh if he could afford one, but when the staff noticed the spacial pouch hanging on Reh's waist, he immediately smiled and said, "Yes... We currently have one Elven slave here in our shop, but due to specific circumstances, she was not available for normal means of purchasing. Instead, she will be put on auction that was going to be held later this evening.
Take this if you are interested, dear Sir. I am sure that you're going to love the Elven slave for tonight's auction." The staff said to Reh, then handed a black paper to paper.
"That black paper would serve as your invitation. Just show it to the guards so they can let you in. Please keep in mind that not everyone receives an invitation, so please keep the black paper safe. That's all, dear Sir.
If you need anything else, don't hesitate to ask the front desk. I'll take my leave now." The staff said, then he slightly bowed and took his leave.
Reh stared at the black paper and then at the other people inside. There was a calm and smiling one, while the other was an angry one. Reh could easily guess what was the reason for their behavior.
"Tonight, huh? So, I don't have anything else to do until tonight. Well... I'll rest for now. I'm sure I will be going to be busy after this." Reh said while cracking his neck. Then he came out of the slave house.
***
Slave.
They are the lowest among the lowest on the social ladder of Deimos. They don't have freedom, and they can't decide for themselves. The only purpose of their life was to please and obey their master.
Reh wears black casual clothes for tonight's auction. He was currently on his way to the slave house. But before going outside, Reh made sure to activate all his defensive skills. Especially Sense.
There were a lot of carriages when Reh reached the slave house. This means that all the attendees were from the Nobility or wealthy individual. But Reh shrugged it off and walked towards the entrance. He showed the black paper to the guards, and they immediately let Reh in.
Upon coming in, one of the staff leads Reh into the large room with many chairs and has a stage at the center. Reh is seated in one of the chairs.
"When was the auction going to start?" Reh asked the staff.
"The auction will start when all the bidders are inside the room. So, for the time being, please enjoy your stay here." The staff said then he handed him a cup of tea.
Reh only nodded his head and readied himself for tonight.