The next day. I asked my mistress if there's a Town nearby. She said there's a village 5 km away from the estate. Just walk along the Road and you'll find it. The village is called Red Meadow. Thanks to the red flowers blooming along the river. Simple name for simple folks I thought.
I asked permission and she smiled gently. "You don't need my permission to do anything Jason. Just ask me if you're confused or you don't know what to do. At the end of the day. Your choices are your own."
"Aren't you worried about me?" I tried to tease her.
"No, I'm not." she said with the same gentle smile.
I guessed there must be some hidden expert protecting me or something.
"Alright. I'm going now. Do I need a disguise or something?"
"No. All the adults know who you are. They'll treat you like they treat any random kid on the Street. Indifferent." she said. Assuring me? Whatever, I'll just go.
After walking 2 km up a Hill. I saw the village clearly. It was a farming village. With many kinds of cattle roaming around. Golden silk sheep. Four horned bulls. Six legged horses. And the like.
I continued down the Road While looking around. It's fascinating how many fantastical creatures look similar to the ones on earth. With a glance you can guess their names too!
"Halt! State your business!" a guard glared at me While shouting.
"What? I'm m just a little boy roaming around don't mind me." I said. While walking past him. Then he grabbed me by my collar and lifted me up.
"State your business Boy!"
Whats his fucking proble? I am a literal child!
"I already said. Roaming around." I said to him with a blank expression.
"You're just a little thief! Do you know what we do with little thieves?" he smirked at me menacingly.
I looked around and saw no one paying attention. I cast a sleep spell on him. He dozed off immediately. I dusted my clothes and walked in.
The guard was a mortal, no cultivation whatsoever. I guess this place is too peaceful.
I walked through the gate. Looking around While walking, I saw many workshops and markets. From farmers selling their crop, to blacksmiths, armorers. To the mundane things like farming equipment and saddle for horses. The village was lively today. I wonder if it's like this every day.
I saw some races other than humans. There were dwarfs, elves, and demi humans like wolfkin and catkin. Some reptile looking things. Horsemen. Centaurs even. But they were lesser in number than humans. Every 1 in 10, i think.
There are so many people here…
This Village is quite big huh?
I wonder if it will turn into a city.
Bah! No matter.
I was smiling happily While looking around. This fantasy setting is cool.
I walked some more. Till I found some commotion from the corner of my eye.
I saw 5 boys with two small black dogs chasing a girl carrying another dog. Like a husky but with purple fur and yellow golden eyes.
Thelittle girl was a human blonde with amber eyes. She seems to try to escape from the them.
I followed them to a dead end. The girl tried to find a way out. But she was cornered. She squatted down protecting the dog with her back.
"Please don't hurt her! She's just a puppy!"
"Shu-" I swooped in and hit the little bullies and their menacing dogs. Just a little hit and they were unconscious. Of course, i healed them just in Case.
"Hey little girl! Why did you beat up those boys?" I said. Gauging her reaction.
She looked from her squatting position. She was trying to protect the mutt with her body. When she saw me pointing at her. Accusing her of beating the children unconscious. She flinched and looked terrified. I retracted my hand and laughed.
"Ahahahaha! Sorry, sorry! A servant of mine just made them sleep don't worry." I bullshitted a little. Don't want her suspecting me. I don't think she did, but let's do it safely.
The little Blonde was on the verge of crying but said " T-thank you for saving me and Bella. They were trying to kill her for eating their food. "
Hmmmmm. She seems to be well off. Her dress is of good quality. And she looks to be the daughter of a noble or merchant. The children lying unconscious wore tattered clothing. They seem to be beggars. So, the little glutton Bella ate the food of Street kids. Poor kids.
"Then Why didn't you offer them money to leave you and the mutt alone? You seem well off." I tilted my head at her.
"I-I was about to! But here they are. Sleeping..." she pursed her lips.
I took out 100 Copper coins. Giving each of them 20 coins. That should be enough for a few days... I think.
You know what? Here's two silver coins, why not.
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The mistress gave this pocket money before I went off. Lots of change I thought. I really didn't all those silvers and gold coins I thought...
"Why don't you give them gold Instead?" She imitated me by tilting her head.
"Giving them gold will bring them more trouble. Poor kids will fight among themselves, or someone will beat them up to get the gold. It's good to be kind. But think things in the long term as well. By the way. What's your name?"
"A gentleman presents his name first before asking the name of a lady." Both the dog Bella and the girl had a haughty look at them. Refusing to stain their eyes.
I smiled at her antics. So, my guess was correct.
"Forgive me my lady. My name is Jason. It's a pleasure to meet you." I did a royal bow. Trying to get on her good side.
She chuckled at my actions. "The name is Nora. Nice to meet you, Jason." The she curtsied with one hand While the other was holding Bella.
We smiled at each other. Then I walked to her and offered my hand to her. "Would you accompany my lady? I'm new to this Town. Would you give me a tour? I swear to protect you." I said like a valiant knight.
She took my hand "Let's go to my house first. You must be starving from your travels. Mr. Jason."
"Let me carry her for you miss Nora." I took the puppy in my other hand and scanned her for injuries. She was suffering a fractured bone. And it was slowly stabbing her lung. I healed her quickly without Nora noticing. But Bella took notice. The pain subsided and she started licking me in appreciation.
"Oooh. She took a liking to you. She's licking you all over. Hehehe~!" Nora said laughing. Not knowing that if I didn't heal her. She would be dead by tomorrow.
[Host. The dog you're holding is a Magical Beast. All beasts can cultivate. But this one is special. It can have a human form once it reaches Martial Spirit Realm.]
'Interesting. What's her species name?'
[Illusive Void Loyal Dog. Its especialty is-]
'Illusion and space laws? And it's too loyal that it stuck. Right? I did read about it in the library.'
[... Yes]
'How did it end up here?'
[No idea Host.]
"She's very special Nora. Take care of her and she'll be your partner for life." I said While caressing the cute Bella.