Chapter 248: How bad can it be?

Chapter 248: How bad can it be?

Sofia had dispelled the sandworm, but then she looked at Ihuarah, who was noticeably an undead shade too. Trying to cover this up was hopeless. She could only get on her best behavior, put on the good-girl smile, and hope that elves didnt have any deep-rooted bias against necromancy. At the very least, Mornn did not seem to care. Then again, she did not seem to care about much except swords.

Seriously. Who gets to level 300 and still works as a guard? Sofia muttered.

This guy apparently. I like the armor design. Reminds me of King Henry IVs armo- Alith noticed the weird reactions of Sofia and Ihuarah, oh, thats censored isnt it? Nevermind Anyway, its nice. Alith had to cut her rambling short either way because the elves landed about twenty meters away. nôvel binz was the first platform to present this chapter.

The leader of the guards group, an elf much taller than everyone else present and covered in black plate armor except for the head, was the one to walk up to them. His weapon was still sheathed and his face was neutral which were encouraging signs.

Saintess. Welcome to Herzal. Who is your referrer? The elfs voice was cold like ice, he completely ignored the others, only addressing Sofia, which ticked her off a bit but now wasnt the time to stir up trouble.

Referrer Theres something like that?! Sun? No, that's a bit of a big claim even if its not false.

Saintess Morning Star. Sofia answered as confidently as she could, which she believed wasnt extremely convincing. Shes the one who gave us directions

Sofia looked for any kind of reaction but the elf was like a statue. He simply turned around, the sigh of which she almost sighed of relief to, but she managed to hold it in.

Follow me. Do not stray, the gigantic elf said, casually flying up and away in the direction of the city. Sofia managed to perceive the mana activation of his boots that seemed to be what allowed him to fly.

Ihuarah casually disappeared into Sofias shadow, but Alith was hesitating to change to her ghost form. Sofia understood that. Since they saw the worm anyway She summoned the book and quickly brought out the single Quetzalcoatlus to serve as a mount for Alith. Then she decided to also get on it, because why wouldnt she?

The other twenty odd guards were still a small distance away, staring at them, and they did not react. Sofia [Identifi]ed a few of them as she flew over, they were all above level 100, some even over 200. After Sofia and Alith flew past them, they split up in three groups and flew up too, one standing behind and the other two to their sides, but still at a respectable distance.

So were surrounded is what youre trying to show? There is really no need for that when your leader is that strong. At least no one attacked and they do not care about the skeletons. So far so good

Now that I think about it, nobody really ever cared about necromancy since the start. Did it even get me into trouble once? The Empire didnt care, the Vampires dont care, Valeure obviously does not mind, it seems the Elves also have nothing against it.

Is it just scriptures Church that hates it or what?

I wonder what Saria will think about it. Shed think its a smart but impractical choice, probably.

The guard elf left, the lower-ranked guards in tow. Sofia heard him mutter something as he left, Poor souls

Is it that bad?

The guard had all left and the Oracle seemed uncomfortable, Do not mind him, ahah Let me show you to your quarters, you are free to use them until your quests are completed. I am Sundered Skies, Suns fourth Oracle. You may call me Sky, or just Oracle like everyone else does. I hope Sun didnt force your hands too much

So I get a room this time? Elven hospitality has evolved I see. Sun has not forced us, but you should know how meaningless of a statement that is. I wasnt forced last time either, Ihuarah replied, followed by a loud sigh.

A repeat taker? You must have met my predecessor, then. You knew and yet you accepted again and even let these two young ladies get roped in? the Oracle asked, incredulous.

Him too? Should have we all denied the quests?!

Ihuarah sighed again, They are smart enough to choose for themselves, I hate to admit it but the rewards are worth the pain. At least with the system we no longer have to sign a soul contract

The Oracles face tensed up at the mention of soul contracts, but he smiled and changed subject, Mornn has told me about your case, Saintess, I can show you to old Rahkams divination parlor after I give you the keys to your rooms.

Oh! Maybe he can help with that thing!

I would be grateful. Speaking of which, there might be something else I could need your help with, if you would be willing to hear me out. And my quest also requires me to meet with you, though it does not specify the reason.

May I see the quest? The Oracle seemed much more relaxed speaking to Sofia than Ihuarah, he approached, his wooden sandals clapping against the ground were the only sound in the courtyard.

Of course.

The Oracle took a few seconds to read through the system windows, Oh, thats Yeah you would need my help to get there, I will have to reactivate the old transmission system. That things been out for longer than Ive been the Oracle. What was She thinking I think Sun might have gone a bit too far on this one, both for the task and the reward

Five essence is a big deal even to Sun, then. Well.

I fought against Victory in the ranking spire. How much worse can it be?