Chapter 434 - The Key’s Whereabouts
In the end, Rhode wasn’t able to figure out what the new Talent Tree was about and he roughly guessed that it would be an ultimate talent. However, he had no idea why this talent didn’t reveal any information at all. Could it be that this world was similar to the gaming world where the information had to be patched before it could be revealed fully?
Rhode felt that this was too improbable.
However, he didn’t have the time to consider something which he couldn’t figure out anymore because Gillian had returned to the inn and brought some bad news for Rhode. Rhode’s group had been noticed by the Eagle City’s internal officials and Gillian had also detected many people were observing them in the dark. Moreover, she faced some harassment, but these troubles were nothing for the Fire Elemental Lord. Even though a majority of Eagle City civilians weren’t hostile to them, there might be accidents waiting to happen if this went on for long.
Other than this piece of news, Gillian also brought along some good news. She had received intelligence on the key for the underground maze. The four key fragments were currently in the safe of an auction house, waiting to be auctioned off as an ornament. If Rhode wished to get his hands on them, the only way would be to participate in the auction.
But the problem was…
“This auction only permits the local noble celebrities of Eagle City to participate?” Rhode frowned with a solemn expression as he gazed at the piece of paper in his hand.
Meanwhile, Gillian shrugged her shoulders and curled up on the sofa like a domestic cat. “That’s right, Master. I’ve tried bribing but it didn’t work as only insiders could partake in it. Although this can’t be considered as any shenanigans or conspiracy, the requirements are too difficult for people of our identity.”
“This is really troublesome…” Rhode puckered his brows as this was a great opportunity. Furthermore, it would be for the best if he could obtain the key fragments through this auction. Otherwise, he might need to travel all over the place and retrieve them through dishonest methods. Although Rhode didn’t have any mental conflicts using these methods, he was concerned that the messy situation in the Eagle City might bombard his reasons and objectives. Overall, it would be wise to obtain them legally and avoid any criticism.
But… Were there really no other ideas?
Great.
Although Rhode’s mind was occupied with that line of sight, his expression didn’t reveal his thoughts. Instead, Rhode stood up and accepted the three badges. “Thanks for your help, Miss Natasha.”