As the sun came out, Zach didn't wait when he woke up to clean himself up.
At exactly 7:30 am, Zach was neatly dressed. This time his appearance was back as usual, white shirt with an inconspicuous black jacket. Pants that matched his jacket and a tall, round hat on his head.
He sat at the living room table sipping a cup of sweet tea made by Ilya.
It wasn't even ten minutes before there was a knock on the door. Not surprised, Zach knew right away that it was Vanders. It was indeed faster than expected, but that was normal.
Wasting no time, Vanders "Borrowed" Zach from Ilya for one day.
Vanders also looks different, this is the first time Zach has seen a man who looks like an undead look more alive. It was his usual appearance in Vandash City.
The first thing they did was walk around the city of Vandash, tracing all over the city so that Zach could get to know this city better. This was all done so that Zach could get used to the terrain of Vandash city.
Because basically, the City of Vandash has a striking difference from the city of Obsidia. That is the terrain. Roads in the town of Vandash tend to be rougher. The buildings are denser and the people are more active.
While Ilya was at home tidying up some things, Zach and Vanders circled around town. Starting from entertainment areas, military areas, government areas, markets, even places like suspicious bars.
When night fell, They could only explore a quarter of the city area. That's because it takes time to understand one place before moving on to another.
With his ability as a Gate Keeper, Zach can easily adapt to his new environment. Although some places he would quickly forget, but some important points had already gotten his impression.
They returned at 8 pm.
Parting at the door of the ancient house given by Clan Boreas. Zach opened the door and entered while taking off his hat with a sigh that showed tiredness.
He was surprised to be greeted by Ilya who immediately excitedly took off Zach's jacket and took his hat. Go to the room and hang it on the hanger provided.
"Mr Clourfuss, I have prepared dinner" Ilya said softly.
Zach couldn't say anything. He was quite surprised by Ilya's ability to take care of this new and foreign household. After all, at first glance, Ilya was younger than Emma.
Zach sighed for vague reasons before saying "I'm going to take a shower first"
At 8:30, Zach just started his dinner. It's far from timely. In general, dinner will take place between 6:40 and 7:30.
But considering Zach did show up late after touring around, that was normal. Ilya also just started eating dinner after Zach started it. It can be seen that She is waiting so They can have dinner together.
This is also one way to get used to living together. Zach does have experience of married life, but it's different from Ilya who has the first experience. She is much more than ready.
Dinner finished and Zach sat relaxing in the living room before reaching for a newspaper by the table. It was quite a surprise for Zach to find a newspaper even on his first day here.
View the newspaper issued by the Vandash Brilliant Times. The information is different from the one in the city of Obsidia. Zach scanned the newspapers up to a certain point and found nothing that caught his eye.
After flipping once, he only widened his eyes when he found the news that caught his eye.
Written in bold font, "Serial killings are taking another toll!"
This serial murder case has been going on since a week ago and has claimed eight victims. Among them were 7 vagabonds and one common merchant. Of all the victims found some similarities, namely the missing head and heart.
This made Zach flinch a little when he remembered what Astral Vilion had done to him. His first death was the result of having his heart crushed. And in the second death is his brain and head.
This gave Zach the creeps.
Considering that there is no main suspect in this case, Zach is a little worried. Actually he was sent to This Town to take care of some problems that could arise regarding shadow creatures.
Zach just suspects that this was done by Shadow Beings without getting enough proof.
It was enough to make it hard for Zach to fall asleep.
"Mr. Miller said that I will start the job at the same time as the gate duty. For the start of the day observing is the most important thing"
"After all, if that's the behaviorshadow creature. At least the guardians of the orthodox faction should be aware of it and will sort it out."
"But thinking that there are no fixed factions in this town still worries me" Zach didn't hide his worry as he let out a silent sigh.
While Zach was seriously scanning the information in the newspaper, Ilya approached him carrying a glass of sweet tea. In the city of Obsidia, drinking sweet tea after dinner is a common tradition. Of course it can be replaced with coffee or milk depending on each person's taste.
"Mr Clourfuss, Father warned you that wherever you go, you must take your sealing medium with you" Ilya looked normal while rebuking Zach gently.
Zach gasped at the time "Ah, I forgot about that"
"Um, tomorrow, you can remind me" Zach said.
Zach looked surprised to see Ilya's response. Ilya smiled lightly as he lowered his head a little "Fine, as you wish"
Zach frowned slowly said "Didn't I tell you you don't have to be so formal"
"It looks like you are my servant..." Zach continued.
"This is my way of honoring you as my husband. This is the teaching of our Boreas clan."
Ilya doubtfully paused for a few seconds before saying in a low tone "I've heard that you had a wife before"
"Can I talk about that?"
Zach was silent for a few moments. As if drowning in his own thoughts.
Zach Alfred is dead. It was a fact that Zach dared to leave Emma in the city of Obsidia. It would be safer for her anyway.
Zach already knew that with him inheriting the sealing ability from Clourfuss' blood, it meant that in the future there would be many dangers revolving around him.
With the protection of the Obsidia Military which is the guardian Orthodox faction, it wouldn't make much of a difference if Zach was there. After all, it would only add more problems to Emma.
Zach lifted the corners of his lips as he said "Yeah, that's fine"
Hearing Zach's answer, Ilya smiled, "What kind of person is she?"
"Mm, She's beautiful, Kind, Really likes children, Interested in little things. She's also jovial, and a Nerd" Zach chuckled a little when he said the last.
His expression became serious for a moment, "Why do you ask that?"
Ilya seemed to be deep in thought as he quickly came to his senses, "..." Ilya smiled without saying anything.
Another normal night passed. At least that's what Zach's point of view is.
In the middle of the crowd at the crossroads on Brown Street. Vandash Main Street.
An eight year old child suddenly fell over as blood gushed from his chest. His eyes slowly faded away along with the scattered blood and hysterical screams from the people around.