Chapter 39: Hunting Team

Chapter 39: Hunting Team

Miles returned to Veteran Aomine Stronghold with the red orb he looted from the vampire, hidden in his armor. He had no time to check the item yet, because he was suspecting Prince Dark following him back to learn his identity.

Prince Dark could use the Dark Curtain ability to hide in the darkness. Miles had no way to find his whereabouts if Prince were to follow him. Because of this, Coin also couldnt feel the AI wristwatch. So Miles wasnt sure if he was being followed or not.

After he entered through the giant doors of the stronghold, he turned to look back and saw nothing but empty air behind him. He sighed with relief.

Phew. I guess I was being paranoid. Miles said, walking towards the building.

All strongholds were equipped with many security measures. To prevent monsters from infiltrating them, there were types of equipment to discover invisible or camouflaged enemies.

Prince Dark wouldnt be able to enter through the door without ringing the alarms. When Miles saw there was no one behind him following, he relaxed and walked forward towards the magnificent building.

When he arrived at his room, he took off his armor and jumped on his bed. He was so tense for the whole day, and now he was in a safe place, he felt the exhaustion kicking in. He closed his eyes and fell asleep. He was extra cautious when he entered the room he rented with his original identity because he was still wearing his armor. He was going to rent another room as he alters identity, Ezio or The Marooner, but he couldnt find time to do it.

Knock, Knock!

Miles, are you in there? A female voice came and woke Miles up after some time of sweet sleep. He felt that he was very energetic and he didnt feel that tired anymore.

Just a second, I will be there in a second. Miles got up from bad yawning and checked the time. He slept only for 3 hours. He went to a small bathroom attached to the room and washed his face. Then, he hid the things that should be hidden just in case.

Hello, Quinn. Do you need anything? He opened the door and asked while blocking the way in.

LT, it is about time. Lucy said to Quinn and looked at Miles, then ignored him. Are you sure about the hunting team? All of these feeble cissies have no training at all. How can we move organized with these ragtag and bobtails?

Ragtag and bobtails behind her rolled their eyes when they heard her remark and continued to practice the moves Lucy taught them earlier. They all signed the damn contract because of the salary, but they were having second thoughts thanks to the stick-in-the-butt Lucy.

It will be fine. We will train them for a week, then they will get better as the days pass. Quinn tried to appease Lucy, but she wasnt listening.

How can they be? She wanted to speak more, but Quinn cut her off. Look, this is Miles I mentioned earlier. He will be a great contribution to the team.

The Oafish? I doubt so. I told you we should recruit that metal man, he would be much better than this puny. Lucy didnt even look at Miles. She spoke as he was not there.

Miles wanted to answer, but Quinn held his arm and said, Watch your mouth, Lucy! Miles is part of the team, whether you like it or not.

You are the boss. Lucy ground her teeth and looked at Miles. So you are the Oafish who used the medicine. Dont think you are some hot shit just because you were able to use it at your age. You just suicided and survived, luckily.

I will try to remember that. Miles answered. Even though he was angry at first, he figured out this womans character and didnt see the point of creating a ruckus.

Lucy was a military woman and wouldnt approve of anyone weaker than her. It was how it worked in the military. But it didnt mean Miles would work hard to prove himself. It wasnt Miles's character. He wasnt going to change it because of an arrogant lady.

Hmmph. Lucy snorted and pointed to the five waiting for them with her head. Join others, we will practice archery.

Yes, maam. Miles gave a military greeting and walked to the five. He wasnt going to act like a spoiled young master over a lady acting arrogant beyond belief. Miles grew up with one of them and was immune to their kind.