Episode 125
37. Shadow in the Back Alley (4)
I touched my forehead with one hand.
This is how you blow up the relay fee again. If Hamel could do it, there would be no need to pay for the information.
But this is a back alley. Just because I know Hamel, I can’t pretend to know him hastily.
“Then let me show you.”
I put Keter I was holding down in front of Hamel.
He got into his chair and began to examine my crossbow.
“Uhhh…!”
He even exclaims with deep exclamation.
“It must be Keter, the legendary crossbow made by Drex! It is made of platinum from El Dorado as a basic base, so it is light in weight and high in hardness.”
He was wearing a mask, so I couldn’t figure out the exact expression on his face.
It was certain that Hamel was very happy.
‘The reaction is similar but different from when I saw Aaron Nortonhale’s crown.’
Contrary to the cursed crown, Keter is a weapon to honor Arin.
“Besides, it is engraved with special runes. The projectile is imbued with ancient earth fairy magic, which forcibly blocks the healing ability of wounds.”
The emotions were correct.
Keter is a unique piece of equipment, just like the anti-horse armor obtained from Arachne last time.
Therefore, the special ability of reducing healing was endowed.
This effect, also known as a decrease in healing power, commonly known as ‘healing’, shines toward the second half.
Because it makes it easier to deal with opponents with vitality that rarely die even with strong firepower.
Besides, it can be nested.
So, even against enemies such as trolls, which are characterized by high healing power, they will have a certain edge.
That was also the reason why I chose Keter out of a few unique crossbows.
Instead of giving up damage, taking a good effect of reducing healing power.
This is the opportunity cost.
“By the way, you mean to transform this into a bowgun?”
“Is it a little difficult?”
“It’s not impossible, but the performance may drop significantly. The original craftsman’s thing is a masterpiece crafted from the best materials and optimally shaped.”
Hamel put her hand under the mask and stroked my beard to continue speaking.
“It’s in perfect balance, but if you forcefully change the shape, the performance will definitely drop.”
“How much will that be?”
“It’s probably less than half of the current performance. The original bowgun is also less stable.”
Hamel’s words made me ponder for a moment.
‘It’s a crossbow anyway, so the deal won’t come out as expected.’
Besides, Arin’s department is a minor major. The main dealings are javelin and swordsmanship, including the Lioner’s Blitz.
‘It’s not even a legendary weapon.’
As long as you can take Keter’s identity with you, I don’t think it would matter.
“Will the runes be damaged?”
“I was going to tell you, but… I will definitely save the runes.”
Although it is a waste to give up a well-groomed and beautiful body, rationality must be given priority.
After contemplating, I reached out to Hamel and said,
“Okay. Make a contract.”
When I grabbed my crude hand and shook it, Hamel answered with a phlegm-filled voice.
“Leave it to me.”
Still, he is the owner of Crystal Forge. Just like the last time I cursed Aaron Nortonhale’s crown.
Because Hamel Hallud’s skills were reliable.
“What is the deadline?”
“A week is enough. I will put all my energy into this quest alone.”
The land fairy blacksmith answered, pounding my chest with his fist.
As Hamel disappeared carrying Keter, Swallow, who was relaying the transaction, held out a piece of paper in front of him.
“This is a mutual transaction guarantee. Just in case, if you have this document, the information guild will guarantee suitable compensation.”
Because I already knew that something like this existed.
Without asking a question, I silently scribbled my signature on the paper.
“Because the client is really amazing.”
“what.”
I shot at Swallow, who was looking at me with great interest.
“Isn’t this the first time you’ve seen this document? It’s a document that is never used in information transactions.”
“right.”
“By the way, you’re signing autographs blindly. By the way, what are you going to do if I play a prank on you?”
“Isn’t the group that trades with trust the information guild? If you accidentally lose a customer, it would be a huge loss.”
I said leisurely tapping the table.
Swallow is looking at me now.
In fact, this is not the first time this man has looked at me like this.
It was the same when I first entered the back alley to find him, when I opened several information deals, and when I immediately sold information about Keter.
It is not something that will be agitated again when you come to Inje.
“Huh… after all, he’s a person you don’t even know.”
That was then.
The door to the store opened from behind, and a woman in a straight red dress came in.
“Yeah. I’m a curious friend too.”
Her red hair, as alluring as the clothes she wore, ran down her shoulders.
It smells of strong perfume.
‘Madam, Boa Carjo.’
It was the head of the hunting guild, which also belonged to the Golden Sun, which he had met a few days ago.
‘It looks like it was delivered well.’
The day I ran into the Golden Sun gang with Camilla.
I used my knowledge as a stagnant player and succeeded in getting him to serve me as my older brother.
At the same time, I told him to convey my wishes to Karjo, the boss of the Golden Sun and the current guild leader.
At last she will bite the bait.
“Master, what you ate every time.”
With that said, Swallow skillfully took out the gold bottle from the showcase.
Elmande Champagne was the most expensive alcoholic beverage served on Paradise Island.
“Doesn’t your friend drink?”
Cargio said, pouring alcohol into a clear glass. I swallowed dry saliva.
Actually, I haven’t been drinking before. Because I drank it a few times.
Baek San Woo is the age of a student, but in reality, I am 23 years old.
Of course, he had to be drunk.
Instead of answering her words, I glanced at Swallow.
As expected, Master of the Information Guild didn’t know where to go, Swallow smiled and took a glass from the cupboard below and raised it.
“I don’t think I’m just a kid.”
“You didn’t know everything anyway.”
The clear, transparent liquor crashes against the surface of the glass and glistens.
“Master, will you pass on the people? I have something to say to this mysterious man.”
Carjo’s gaze turned to the people sitting behind him.
As we saw last time, they were not real guests, but employees of the information guild managed by Swallow.
Cargio took out a heavy pocket from a bag made of very expensive leather and placed it on the counter.
“This is the price for the information guild.”
Even if I didn’t open it, I could tell it was a fairly large amount of gold coins.
The information guild does not sell all information.
If you think it is sensitive information, you can pay a certain amount to the master and block the sale of that information.
Swallow, noticing the meaning of her words, nodded slightly and clapped his hands.
Soon, the people scattered here and there quickly disappear.
It was a strange sight no matter how many times I saw it.
“Okay. Now this information will remain secret forever, unless a larger amount is presented.”
“That’s why I like Masters. The work is very neat.”
Carjo said so, sipping the drink that was poured into his glass.
Hook, a hazy scent rises from between her lips.
“Shall we talk a little bit?”
* * *
“Madam! Are you in!”
The Golden Sun appeared in front of Karjo, who had just returned from the information guild, trembling.
The necklace she was wearing all the time was changed to something she had never seen before or whether she had bought a new one.
She looked at it and frowned.
“Golden Sun, I would have told you not to waste your money.”
“Oh, I’m sorry, sorry!”
“Okay. I’m confused right now, so let’s go back.”
At her resolute tone, Golden Sun murmured, then backed away.
“Then excuse me, Madame.”
In fact, Karjo didn’t like the Golden Sun.
Because she was a legendary bounty hunter and, at the same time, the owner of a hunting guild with an outstanding eye.
It was because he was already looking through the Golden Sun.
‘The reason he remains with me is probably because he thinks I’m still in good health.’
he’s originally like that
A man who could not take back his temper and deviated from the essence of the hunting guild.
It was because he was a miscellaneous boat carrying around 30 men and threatening those who were weaker than him.
‘what if… … If the power wanes, he’ll be the first to betray him.’
Returning to the guild chief’s office, Karjou sat down on a chair decorated with luxurious fabrics.
But for now, there was nothing to do.
Even though it looks like that, the Golden Sun is one of the few people that Karjoo can accompany.
In the current situation, it was clear that if I let it go, it would bring an irreversible aftermath.
‘Should I just kill you?’
Carjo stared blankly at the sword on the desk, then shook his head.
‘It’s not the time yet.’
That was correct.
Karjo crossed his long legs and pondered the words of the boy who identified himself as Namgoong Young-ho’s brother-in-law.
-Conserve power as much as possible. You will lose everything if you respond in a rude way.
It’s quite a madam
Karjo thought that his charisma would never bow down compared to any other man.
So, I deliberately chose the most glamorous, beautiful, and energetic outfit.
The makeup was much darker than usual.
But the boy showed no sign of agitation at all.
Carjo lowered his head and checked his outfit once more.
Open shoulders and back with exposed chest bone.
It’s worth looking at that soft-looking skin.
Baeksan-woo was the key player.
He casually brushed off the strong alcohol and even talked to him seriously.
‘He’s a weird kid. I think I can see why the Master of the Information Guild is interested.’
To be honest, I thought that the fact that they were Namgung Young-ho’s brother-in-law was half a lie until we met.
When we met, it felt quite plausible.
Because when he was a bounty hunter, it was Namgung Yeongho, the white beast who brought him down to death.
‘that man… … From the beginning, I liked a person with a lot of energy. Not three tongues.’
Indeed, it was worthy of it.
Therefore, Baeksanwoo is the most suitable talent for hunting guilds that are gradually collapsing.
“I can’t give up on a man like that.”
Carjo lightly ran his finger across his lips. Red marks remain on the fingers.
“If you want, I think it’s okay if I give you the position of deputy guild leader.”
Once captured, the target is never lost.
That’s why Carggio got the nickname ‘Boa’.
Her eyes narrowed like snakes.