Jessica tries to act like a normal person to this world. No more magic, no more hurting in Cities, unless it is a mission. She enters this Tavern called Tasty Carp. "If that is the name of this eatery, then their fish will be delicious." said Jessica while drooling. She takes a empty seat at a table and waits for the waiter to come. While waiting another person sits on the opposite side of the table. "Mind if I sit here?" he asked politely. Jessica nods.
Looking at this man, he seems to be elegant. The clothes he wears is both humble and extravagant. His blue eyes are sharp. His fingers are very long. He is also reading a book. "Are you a scholar by any chance?" asked Jessica to the man. The man notices then asked, "How did you know?" Jessica chuckles then said, "You scholars are always serious when it comes to reading books." The man nods in agreement. He was reading his book with a cold serious gaze.
"Hello. What will you have for today?" asked the waiter. "I want to eat three Carp dishes. And some salt." answered by Jessica. "Jade Celeste." answered by the man. The waiter listed the orders then asked for them to wait. Jessica is interested of what the man ordered. "What is Jade Celeste?" she asked curiously. The man answered, "A normal booze. Strong and fragrant. Invigorating for the body and soul." It does sound delicious and a strong alcohol drink.
"Share some with me. I'll pay for it for you." said Jessica with glimmering eyes. "Much obliged." said the man with appreciation of the generous gesture. The orders arrived and Jessica pays for the meal and the booze. The man pours a glass of Jade Celeste and gives it to Jessica. "Give it a try." he said. Jessica takes a sip.
Her eyes go wild and her body goes wild. "This is so good!" she shouted excitedly. The man is pleased to hear that. He observes her as she begins to eat her meal. Jessica is using her hands to pick the flesh of the Carp. She dips the flesh with small amount of salt, then eats it. Her face shows ecstatic pleasure. Wondering what makes her happy, the man asked, "Can I have some of that fish?"
Jessica gladly shares her meal as a thanks for the Jade Celeste. The man copies how she eats the Carp. To his surprise, it is quite tasty. He takes a sip with his booze and it amazingly goes well. The salty fish and the strong booze harmonize and he gained a breakthrough. "Hm. Never expected to breakthrough in this way." he said as he continues to eat.
They both enjoyed each other's company. Jessica feels stuffed from eating. The man is enjoying his time reading his book. At this time, Jessica wanted to ask. "Can I know your name?" she asked. The man answered, "Zhang Jiao. That's my name."
"You seem to be smart. Can you share your wisdom to me?" she asked. Zhang Jiao raised their eyebrow. "My knowledge is no worth for you." he said. "My apologies then." she said sadly, then went silent. This turned into an awkward turn. "What do you want to know?" he asked, forgetting what he said earlier.
"There is something I want to look at the cave near the cliff at the southeast ridge. I want to know how I can get there." said she. Zhang Jiao thinks about it. He remembers there is a Sect guarding that cave. It is a Evil Sect. "I advise you to not go there. You will meet your grave." he warned sincerely. Jessica shakes her head and said, "You don't need to worry about me. After all, I am a Mage."
Mage? It is the first time Zhang Jiao heard that word. He doesn't feel any spiritual qi on Jessica. But he got a good idea of what her identity is. "If you're going. I am coming too. I have a business there anyway." he said. Jessica smiles and thanks him. "We leave until the next morning. Have a good rest Jiao." said Jessica then leaves the Tasty Carp Tavern. Zhang Jiao never expected being called by his given name.