Chapter 972 971. I set it to...

972 971. I set it to...

---Unclaimed Mountains---

"A giant mechanical owl, huh? In that case, abort the mission. Although it is a shame to give the girl bad news, I doubt there is a big chance that her aunt is still alive, if it is true what that man told you..." Seth's voice rang from the communication orb.

They had returned from the Lord's residence. Back in their accommodation, they immediately shared the bad news with Minas Mar. They also gave a detailed report on the lord, Morranto and their experiences here so far.

"Are you sure?" Mike asked only slightly conflicted. Even though he was a softy in general, he was quite pragmatic about the chance to find the woman was still alive after it was taken away by a massive biomechanical owl. They had already traveled all the way here, it felt like a defeat if they simply returned with empty hands like this.

Maybe it was this feeling that made them believe more in the small chance that the Lord might have also lied to them, as Seth hinted. They didn't know why that would be, but it was always a possibility. He was also a little sad since this meant the following.

"Yes, I am. You have delayed your divine quest for long enough. Also, you guys shouldn't forget that this infinite money glitch only works for some time. Lydia, and Ray, you guys should get on the way back now before people notice money vanishing. And don't forget that receptionist you promised a ride." the blacksmith told them.

Although Lydia could have used Home Call to directly return to Minas Mar, to ensure the receptionists' safety and because of the crowd of people Ray released from slavery, they had to travel back on foot. At least until they reached a place where they could leave them. The initial posting of this chapter occurred via N(Ov3l.B11n.

"Does that mean, I can come back?" Ray asked emotionally.

"You can always come back whenever your business is finished. You left, you weren't banished," Seth answered, a little huffy about Ray's picture of him.

"But you said you could call me back when you need me," Ray said and explained how he felt when he heard about the battle in Y-City.

"I didn't call you, because I was quite confident in my new ability and hoped you would keep getting stronger like a secret weapon. In retrospect, maybe it was wrong not to call you as another backup, but it is what it is, " the Tower Master said honestly.

"Then, I think that is all. All of you should get out of that city before that money starts vanishing," Seth concluded.

"What about Ceres?" Lydia threw in a question, thinking Seth may have forgotten about the automaton.

"I asked you a question."

The impact had rattled his brain and he realized that he would end up like his mates if he didn't answer.

"The bitch was all rebellious. She didn't even notice us or greet us when we came in, even dared to talk about leaving soon! We just taught her a lesson! Even the lord wouldn't find fault with that."

Maybe his brain was rattled a little too much, or he was this stupid from the start, but he only noticed that he chose the wrong word, when he felt the massive hand around his neck tighten and the long claws digging into his nape.

"But I do, bye," with a crackle in the neck and a pop on the floor, he went ahead to the afterlife. With a step from her paws and a snap in their back, she ensured his two companions followed him.

"Ly-Lydia? Did-did you kill them?" Holly asked, seeing the scene first thing after waking up thanks to the potion. The tall wolf nodded grimly, after which she erupted in tears, thanking the two for saving her.

"Did they?" Mike asked uncomfortably, but Holly shook her head. Although she was almost beaten to death, the three had no interest in defiling her. They helped her up Lydia transformed back.

"Is there anything you need to get before leaving?" the chosen of Wepwawet asked the poor girl.

"No, I have always been prepared to leave at a moment's notice, especially after your promise. There is only one thing I need to do before leaving."

With that, she stepped to the orb at the center of the counter, which was used to register adventurers and their spawn point. Her finger tapped around on it like she was using a keyboard and then the color of the orb changed to red.

"Let's go," she said determined.

"What did you do?" Mike asked in passing, as they walked out of the ruin.

"I set it to self-destruct."