Chapter 59: Don't Believe Everything You Hear

Chapter 59: Don't Believe Everything You Hear

The journey continued. The first signs of spring were starting to appear, but it was a bit hard to tell since the temperature tended to be warmer near the Free City as it sat near the ocean. The days were pretty uneventful due to the level of security around the convoy. In the blink of an eye, the second and final checkpoint appeared in sight. A large border town with a higher military presence than any other town before it.

Those escorting the convoy separated in a practiced manner, the merchants, nobles, and mercenaries went to their respective gathering places.

While all that was happening, the Fourth Prince slipped off on his own. Although he was handsome, he carried a very visible vulgar look in his eye and gazed at any woman that passed by him. Eventually, he found his way into a nameless place where women sold themselves, at least thats how it appeared on the outside. As soon as the Fourth Prince entered the building, the perverted look vanished as if it was all a facade. The women inside of the building wore very revealing clothes, but their faces carried a disciplined seriousness. No matter what they were doing before the women inside immediately knelt at the same time.

No need to bow, Im not the King, Vivian. Leonard said as he found himself a table and took a seat.

Not yet, Your Highness. Said an attractive woman with dark blonde hair. She held seniority over all of the women inside the building and was something like a leader toward them. She bowed sincerely before she took a seat across from him.

You havent heard? The Fourth Prince is far too incompetent to even be considered for the throne. Leonard laughed to himself.

Those who fail to see your vision are nothing but idiots. Vivian said with hatred flowing through her eyes.

It was only a joke...Now, what do you have for me? Leonard asked.

Vivian gave a signal and someone went to lock the entrance. After it was securely shut, she placed a plate-shaped stone, with strange inscriptions, on the table. It was a silencing stone that the Prince himself helped to develop, although that wasnt public knowledge. The silencing stone was an extremely rare and expensive item coveted by all countries. There had been attempts to duplicate it, but so far no one had success.

There is much to discuss, but the most shocking news is from the Telvian Empire. The source is reliable but Vivian looked troubled on how to proceed.

Go on. Leonards eyes went serious.

Its said that theyve built an iron ship that can fly, it seems they have taken to calling it an airship. Vivian said as she found herself doubting the words that came out of her mouth.

A ship that can fly? If I were them...Theyve been hiding those Mana Cannons for quite a while. Its hard to believe they wouldnt attach them to that...Airship. Leonard said without much change in his expression. Although its quite surprising, its nothing to be alarmed over. he added.

If you say it then I will naturally believe it, Your Highness. Vivian responded.

Weve gained enough information for the moment, send two dosages of the Black Orchid solution to our contact. The Prince ordered.

Consider it done, Your Highness. Vivians expression showed a mix of surprise and fear at the mention of Black Orchid.

Elsewhere, Harper had arrived back in the Capital. The first thing she wanted to do was to check and see if Ira was at their house. It had been a while since she had him and she had to admit she was missed him a great deal. Harper avoided any detours and arrived at the house very quickly.

Ira? Harper opened the door expecting to see Ira but instead was met with the sight of a green-eyed girl eating at the kitchen table.

Uh...Harper, right? Amy swallowed her food before asking.

Harper narrowed her eyes while reaching for the baton on her hip that was still stained with blood.

Ira brought you with him when I was recovering. I even went to the wedding. Amy waved her metal arm at Harper as she could see the situation was escalating.

Oh! I remember you. Harper let go of her baton and went to take a seat. Wheres Ira?

He went on another job. Amy answered.

Another one? Harper repeated as her expression deflated.

H-He said I should join you on jobs until he gets back.

Go on a job...with you? Harper looked at Amy strangely.

Im not as weak as you think! Amy said defensively.

Doesnt that mean youre still weak? Harper muttered.

I havent gotten full control of my abilities, but when I do Ill definitely be stronger. Amy said confidently.

If you say so. Harper stood up and began to walk upstairs.

Should I ask Samantha to get us a job? Amy asked with enthusiasm, she wanted to quickly test out her abilities in a real situation.

Yeah. I guess. Harper shrugged.

Although Harper was clearly dejected, Amy felt incredibly eager. Ira had told her that Harper used a variety of weapons and was probably the best person to train with due to her ability to create a Phantom. Just thinking about her growth made her speed up, she finished her plate and rushed out of the door to go find Samantha. Amy could see her first real job as a Mercenary happening very soon.