After a short while, sally had placed everything I needed on top of one of the boxes. I extended my arm and touch one of the boxes, activating my Unique Skill, Zero Vault. And black fog appears all over the place and swallows up all the boxes and potions. "Huh, damit, that was heavy, I say as I crack my arm at the shoulder feeling the amount of magicules I just used up. Nice skill. Said sally on the corner of the now empty room. Yeah it's real, took me a while to make.
Unlike what most people think, it's entirely possible to make your own skill, provided you have the right amount of magicules and know all the details needed. Creating a technique is usually easier. Using your life force, or aura to create a special ability. Instead of using magicules to create a skill. If you created skill is well versed and your soul can handle it, the voice of the world will recognize it and make it a unique skill.
Okay, where's that phone you wanted me to taste out? Seems as I was taking all the mags, sally had gotten the phone from wherever it was as she just pulled it out of her pocket. Here you go.. mmmm it looks just the same. Yeah, the only difference is that the range had been increased by 1000miles and the audio is much more cleaner. Aright I'll tell how it works.
Sally smiled slyly and moved closer with her hand extended, now my payment. I smiled back. Alright , how can I forget I'll make sure you get the full amount. SMACK! Sally, slapped the that was reaching for her breasts. You idiot, just give the money instead of wasting my time. With a mischievous smile I said, just let me fill them up a bit. After all, it's been si long since I've seen you, I'm starting to forget how your body felt, sally, with an unchanged annoyed expression, just glared at me. I chuckled eternally, yeah, despite her nice and calm personality, this girl loves money. After all that's the whole reason she's a dealer.
So… You wanna be paid in gold or Aurum card? I inquired. Without hesitation, sally responded, give the cards. Alright.
I extended my hand and produced 100 metal cards, Each card had the same sleek, polished surface, a cool metallic sheen that shimmered with faint traces of runic symbols. These weren't just any cards; they were forged from Orichalcum and magic ore, a rare and immensely valuable metal.
Aurum was used to make large purchases in stead og gold. Merchants couldn't just move around with hundred of kilograms of gold to make big purchase, instead Aurum cards were used, as they were smaller and could be carried with ease. Each hand was about 10 X the value of a gold coin. I had just payed her 1000 gold coins. Sally took the money and placed it in her pockets, and some on the table .Alright, I'll be off now, sally now, sally smiled and said yeah let me escort you out.
After a short trip to the gate. Sally and I said our goodbyes. I smiled at seeing her walk away annoyed after groping her ass hardly when came in to hug me good bye.
A while later I was, walking back to my hotel, ad I thought to myself.
Let's see. I need to check in with Kori, it's been a while since she updated me. Even though Kori also had a phone, she was not in the empire so I couldn't reach her even with the extended 1000 miles. Using thought communication, reach out to her In my head.
"Kori, it's been some time," I said, my voice calm but commanding. "Report. Have you completed the assignment I gave you?"
There was a brief pause on the other end before Kori spoke, her voice laced with hesitation. "Forgive me, Michael-sama… I have yet to locate the sealed cave."
I farrowed my brose, my tone sharpening. "And what have you found so far?"
Kori quickly responded, the urgency in her voice clear. "From my investigation, I've determined that the sealed cave should be located just south of the Armed Nation of Dwargon. I believe I can pinpoint its exact location within a month."
I let her words hang in the air for a moment before asking, my voice steady but unyielding, "And the Empire Of Ruberian? What of that?"
"There is a way to infiltrate without detection from the knights," Kori answered swiftly. "I'll proceed with that once I locate the cave."
Silence stretched between us as I considered her response, my thoughts turning inward for a moment. Then, with a final note of authority, I spoke.
"Do not delay, Kori. I cannot afford for this opportunity to slip through our grasp."
"Yes, Michael-sama. I will carry out your orders without fail."
After that, I ended the communication. And muttered to myself, in a month huh.
I then proceeded to my hotel. Stopping to get some food at a restaurant for lunch.
As I finished eating, my phone rang—the old one. I pulled it out and answered casually.
"Hey, what's up?"
"Michael? Oh, thank goodness you picked up! You have no idea how long I've been trying to reach you," the voice on the other end sounded relieved. "I've got a job I think you'll like. You should come by so I can give you the details. It'll be an easy one for you."
I sighed, my voice tinged with exhaustion. "Relax. I just arrived in the province, and I'm not exactly in the mood for work right now."
"C'mon, don't be like that," the caller pleaded. "Just hear me out. This one's connected to the Gen Lee noble family."
My eyes widened slightly at the mention of the name. "Gen Lee?" I asked, now more interested.
"Yeah. They're looking for an escort to help them with a journey. From what I've heard, one of the lord's daughters is very ill, and they need a rare herb from the forest. But they can't get it because of the monsters in the area."
"Why don't they just hire adventurers or soldiers?" I asked, suspicion creeping into my voice.
"I suspect there's something else involved. Something they don't want the higher nobles finding out," the caller responded.
I thought about the Gen Lee family—always secretive, always suspicious. They had ties to the underworld, and I'd been trying to find a way to infiltrate their circle for a long time. This could be my opportunity.
"Alright," I said finally, my voice lighter. "I'll come by tomorrow. You've piqued my interest."
"Great! We'll discuss the details tomorrow morning. See you then."
The call ended, and I slipped the phone back into my pocket. Finally—a chance to uncover the secrets of the Gen Lee family. A smile tugged at the corner of my mouth as I started walking back toward my hotel.
As Michael walked toward his hotel, completely unaware of the silent observers above, three figures stood on a rooftop, casually watching his every move. The hum of the city around them was nothing more than background noise, blending into the cool evening air. Their attention remained fixed on him as he maneuvered through the streets.
"Is that him?" one of the men asked, his tone more curious than concerned.
"Yeah, that's him," the second man replied with certainty. "No doubt about it."
The first man shifted slightly, a bit impatient. "So, are we going to make a move or what?"
"Not yet," the second man said firmly. "We need to keep observing. Let him get comfortable. We figure out where he's going and what he's up to first."
The first man huffed but didn't push further. "Feels like a waste, just standing here watching him."
"Better to watch than act too soon," the second man replied, calm as ever. "We make our move when the time is right."
The third man remained silent, still watching Michael as he disappeared around the corner, blending into the evening crowd.
The first man sighed. "Alright, but we'd better not lose him. I've heard enough about this guy to know he won't be easy to track once he knows we're here."
"Relax," the second man responded, his eyes narrowing slightly. "We're not losing him. Just be patient."
With that, the three continued their quiet observation, their presence unnoticed by the world below, biding their time and waiting for the moment to strike.
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Michael pushed through the hotel doors and headed straight for the reception desk. The warm light inside the lobby washed over him, and a few guests glanced his way as he walked past, but he didn't pay them any mind.
The receptionist looked up, surprised. "Oh, sir, are you checking out already?"
"Yeah, something came up," Michael replied casually, placing his room key on the counter. "I won't be staying the night."
The receptionist nodded quickly and began processing the checkout. "Understood, sir. Please give me a moment."
As Michael waited, he caught the hushed whispers of two staff members nearby, their voices barely audible but clear enough for him to pick up.
"Is that him? The guest from the fifth floor?" one of the maids asked, her tone excited.
"Yeah, that's him," the other whispered back. "He's even more handsome up close."
Michael pretended not to hear, his expression unchanged as the receptionist handed him his final bill.
"All done, sir. Safe travels."
Michael gave a slight nod and walked out of the hotel without another word. As he passed the staff, he could still feel their eyes on him, more whispers following his steps as the door closed behind him.
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Outside, Michael stepped back into the bustling streets, blending into the flow of people as the sun dipped lower, casting the city in a golden hue. Unbeknownst to him, the three figures on the rooftop still had their sights set on him.
"You see that?" the first man asked. "He's leaving the hotel. Probably heading somewhere important."
"Stay calm," the second man replied, watching Michael slip further into the crowd. "We follow him when the time's right."
"Fine," the first man muttered, clearly restless but holding back.
The third man, silent as always, remained focused on Michael as he vanished into the evening rush.