Vol.2 Ch.60 Walking the Streets of Ironside.

Vol.2 Ch.60 Walking the Streets of Ironside.

The group was weaving their way through the busy morning streets of Ironside, passing by shops, stores, and inns.

"It's good to see Ironside so lively this time of day. People bustling around all over the place." Sir George said as he looked up at the sky.

"With the goblin horde ended, the people of Ironside are starting to come out of hiding. This is the first time I've seen this much activity since we've come back." Percy said as he nodded in agreement.

"I'm not used to being around this many humans and dwarves. I feel like I need to be more vigilant." Dalia said as she crossed her arms and tapped her foot nervously.VịSit no(v)3lb/!n(.)com for new novels

"They're not going to attack us with Quin by our side, Dalia. So please relax." Rya said as she patted Dalia's shoulder.

"If you say so. But I still don't trust these people." Dalia said as she sighed.

"Yeah, I'm sure it isn't easy to forget being a battle slave for most of your life," Percy said as he looked at her with sympathy.

"You could say that," Dalia said as she scratched her cheek embarrassed. "But if things didn't go the way they did I wouldn't be here with you. So I suppose I should thank Alpha for that."

"Well if you want to thank me, you can stop having sex with Percy when we are sharing the same room, Dalia," Rya said as she rolled her eyes.

"Oh, so Alpha was awake? Hehe. Did you enjoy the show? I know I did!" Dalia said with a grin.

The Dark Elf prepared herself mentally so she could discipline the Wolfkin.

'Damn! It's all the Goddesses' fault that I'm not on my A-game anymore!' Rya thought as she felt a headache coming on. She took a moment to regather herself and let out a big sigh to calm her racing mind.

'Awe... Sir George can be nice to me every once in a while. There might be hope for him yet,' Rya thought to herself as she smiled at the knight.

"So you can't use magic then? You can't cast spells?" Rya asked as she walked next to Sir George.

"No. But I can use mana to strengthen my body. I'm a stronger fighter than most men thanks to that," Sir George replies with a nod.

Rya nodded in understanding. "I see. So most people use mana to strengthen their bodies with physical training and workouts?"

"Yes. That's what most of us do here. We're a warrior nation by nature. The kingdom makes it mandatory for all citizens to see if they're capable of using magic. If not, they must do daily training and workouts to become strong enough to defend themselves. However, most people end up choosing another path in life. Either becoming a farmer, a merchant, or a craftsman."

"Wow! I had no idea. So you have to train your whole life to be able to use magic?" Dalia asks as she looks at Sir George.

"Yeah, that's if a mage notices your potential early on in life. But most children just learn how to fight with their fists and the other physical abilities their parents teach them." Sir George explains as he looks around the city.

"So how can Quin use magic when he's not a mage?" Rya asked while glancing at Quin.

The Crown Prince smirks before responding to Rya.

"Well yeah, I’m a half step away from being a Mage, but people like me and Sir George are called Maja. Our weapons and armor are the key that unlocks the power of mana... I can't cast magic without my weapon as a catalyst. I've been practicing daily so I can get better at controlling it. And it takes time and patience to be good at controlling your mana flow. Once I master the art of my mana flow. Then I’m able to use my sword with a different type of magic. It's more common to come across Maja than Mages... Percy's an early-stage Maja, and I think Lady Dalia might be one as well. Especially after seeing how easily she cut through metal and rock during our fights with the goblin hordes," Quinus says as he looks at the confused Wolfkin.

"Huh? I'm a Maja? I just thought I was good at using my mana to sharpen my claws. But you said Maja needs a catalyst? And I don't use any weapons? So how can that be?” Dalia asks as she frowns.

"Luckily your claws act like a catalyst like my sword. It seems you were born with a natural Maja ability to use mana. When you start learning to control it, you'll notice a difference in your body. I can give you a few pointers when we have free time," Quinus explains as he tilts his head.

"Awe!... Beta is the best!" Dalia exclaims as she smiles at him.

Percy looked a little worried when his friend, Quinus, offered to help his girlfriend with a few pointers. "L-Lady Dalia! I can give you a few pointers if you like!" the young ranger said in a shaky voice.

"Hehe. My little wolf is worried? Come here you big baby," Dalia giggles as she grabs the back of Percy's neck and pulls him into a hug.

"Hey! We finally arrived at the palace gate. Everyone ready?" Sir George asked while looking at the group. He tried not to glare at Percy as he waited for everyone to respond.

Quinus, Rya, and the rest of the group nodded.

"Okay then, follow me to the castle," Sir George says as he walks towards the castle entrance.