Some of the most important points in the meeting were the explanation regarding the orthodox faction. As Zach suspected, the six orthodox factions were still active today. It also explained how they managed to defeat the astral vilions.
They are scattered in various cities. And what made Vandash City such a go-to was the fact that no faction settled there. Even though there must be a Guardian assigned in secret but it's safe enough for Zach as Clourfuss.
Like other Cities, Obsidia City also has an active faction. It is a military organization that is directly under the Mayor's administration. That was the main reason why Zach's whereabouts were not further disclosed to the military.
As the Clan Head had explained, the Clourfuss Family was an unwelcome existence within the ranks of the Guardians. And Clourfuss' last death was also witnessed by the higher-ups of the six factions.
The movements of these factions would be much more revealing given the shadow creatures showing signs of their periodic appearances.
In preparation for the second Dark Age.
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Time flies. When the darkness of the night lifted the silence, Zach wore a white shirt with two straps that hung from his pants to his back.
Black pants and brown shoes. The hat He was wearing was a different one, it looked shorter than the hat Zach normally wore.
This is the time of departure. The reason for choosing night time is to prevent Zach from being recognized by people because inevitably to get out of the city they have to go through the gate.
And clearly his appearance looks different from the usual Zach.
When Vanders came riding in the carriage, Zach froze as if he wasn't ready for this. A chill broke through his mind before calmly taking a breath.
After his mind began to calm down, Zach invited Ilya, who was wearing a brown dress and a hair ornament made of rubies, to go up first.
Only then did Zach get on the Carriage, following Ilya from behind.
The Carriage began to move with a stampede from Vanders, which was witnessed by other Clan Boreas members including Jack Miller and Olivia.
They can't carry much stuff because they only use one Carriage. But that was also the second reason, the first reason was because in the city of Vandash, their needs were met.
Zach was surprised about this, it was like something he had prepared long ago.
They passed Milton Street quietly. Even though the activity hasn't stopped, that hasn't stopped the Carriage.
Zach is also unknown, especially now that the Gate Keeper in Obsidia is a combination of the Gate Keepers from the cities of Amethyst and Emerald. So Zach could rest easy after leaving Milton Street when he got to the gate.
Night departure was not an option for the commoners, it was because the Bandits would be more active at night given their domain they controlled. It is said that even Police Officers would have a hard time dealing with bandits at night.
Gates that were nearly 10 meters high stretched to the left and right. And the big gate in the middle symbolizes sturdiness and antiquity.
They weren't stopped by the Gate Keepers, whether it was because of the differences in how the Gate Keepers worked between different cities or just because it was night. But if it was the old Gate Keeper then at least people leaving at night would be given a warning and even stopped if they thought there was any danger.
After exiting the gate, the Forest around the place immediately filled Zach's eyes. Zach was no longer a stranger to the sight. Because basically He had seen that almost every day in the past.
The path further away from the city became more and more desolate. For several reasons, even though the path is rarely used at night, on several occasions, they will get a lit lantern by the side of the road.
The distance from the city of Obsidia to the city of Vandash ranges from 11 to 12 hours using the Carriage. It required them to rest once before arriving at the city of Vandash.
They departed at 7 o'clock. And it was almost 1 o'clock. They rested at one of the rest posts on the way.
Nothing special happened until the journey resumed after resting for an hour.
And at five o'clock in the morning when the stars began to hide, the high Wall that stretched wide in front of them became the first sight after a tiring journey.
Just like the cities of Obsidia and Amethyst, the city walls of Vandash were also almost ten meters high, with a large gate made of iron with obvious rust that stood firm.
Upon entering the gate, there were only two people on guard. It served as a reminder that Vandash City still lacked Gate Keepers. After giving some exchange with the Gate Keeper, Vanders got back on his horse and snapped the reins for the horse to walk.
Vandash City is a relatively new city. It was formed after the Age of Darkness. It was the time when the cold war between cities started to break out.
Because of this, the existing buildings don't look old-fashioned, and most of them are made of compacted cement and brick. There are also many high-rise buildings that rise up to four floors.
It was quite tall compared to the tallest building in Obsidia city which only reached three floors.
On the brick road, the Carriage's wheels kept rolling through the dark night with a little extra light from the street lanterns.
After taking a few turns and taking thirty minutes until they arrived in front of an ancient building. It is quite surprising to see ancient buildings among the tall buildings.
Zach didn't think about that anymore. That was enough to prove that it was a building belonging to the Boreas clan.
"Here we are." Vanders got off the Carriage with the casual act of unloading some items.
Zach didn't wait either, he got off first before helping Ilya down.
"This is a building belonging to the Boreas clan, all your needs have been provided. I live a few houses from here, if you need anything you can call me" Vanders handed a paper containing a map with strange scribbles before helping to tidy things up.
Inside the ancient building, the interior was more or less similar to the Mansion of Boreas in Obsidia City. But smaller version. With living room, kitchen, two toilets, and one bedroom and a special hall.
There's only one floor so Zach is pretty used to it. That's because his house is also only one floor.
"You will start work on Monday. Morning to evening shift, If you have any objections to that I can tell the team captain to change shifts" Vanders continued his explanation.
Zach shook his head "No, that's fine"
"Get some rest, in the morning at 8 I will come and help you get to know this city better, there are many things you should know as a Gate Keeper"
Zach nodded slightly.
After tidying up a few things like his Gate Keeper equipment. Zach placed the Crate and his revolver on the table before flopping down onto the bed.
"Mr Clourfuss, is there anything I can do for you" Ilya standing near the bed asked like a maid.
Zach was stunned for a moment, then casually said, "Don't be so formal. That sounds weird to a husband and wife."
"You can rest, the journey must make you tired" Zach continued.
Ilya smiled a little before following Zach's words to rest.