With that, the Three Bandits led Jacob and Valeria off to find Verdon. Before long, they arrived at a rather discreet courtyard, which wasn't very large but was guarded by two individuals at the entrance.
As Jacob's group approached, they were stopped and questioned. "What brings you here?"
"Sir, we're here to purchase the treasure map," Colburn replied after stepping forward.
"Here for a map, huh?" The guard scrutinized Jacob and his companions, then stated, "Entrance fee for the map is ten million spirit coins. Familiar with the rules?"
"Yes, yes." Colburn nodded repeatedly and then turned to Jacob. Jacob had no spirit coins on him, so he looked at Valeria. All the spirit coins he won in the arena had been given to Vladimir.
Valeria handed over the required ten million spirit coins to the guard, who then waved them through, saying, "You can go in."
