章 27: Negotiation ( 1 )

Cyril didn't take that long to find the place of one of the Saint Torido Clan's Elders.

The old man he was looking for has the nickname of Fearless Swordsman when he was still an active Arcane Explorer.

After he retired, he created a guild together with his colleagues and called it Saint Torido Clan… It is the name of the clan that his group has mistakenly destroyed within the Arcane World.

Because of the miscommunication and perhaps false reports made by his previous guild, they had to slaughter a group of innocent fairies!

They only managed to find the truth after the deed was done… They regretted their actions at that time and they could only blame themselves for trusting their guild's informants too much.

This was the time that his group decided to retire and nurture a guild of their own.

'Hmm… Sir Torstein Ramberg. His guild would be able to survive the catastrophe after the vampires managed to get out of their Arcane World… However, they would lose the support of most Awakened in the country and they will cease to exist just six months after the incident…'

Cyril remembered his information from the future as he looks at the huge gate in front of the mansion.

It was easy for him to recall this since he suffered a lot in that catastrophe. He had to always watch the news so he'll get updated about the compensation that the guild would personally give to the victims of the vampires.

This is also different from the compensation that the government will provide to the affected people.

Since he had a tough life before, he needs to be up to date on these kinds of benefits.

"You may get in… Sir Torstein decided to meet you."

Finally, the guard allowed him to enter the property after hearing the instruction given by his leader from his communication device.

Beep! Beep!

As soon as Cyril entered, the sensors of the gate alarmed the guard. However, the latter doesn't seem to be too concerned about it.

"You're carrying a Rank F Artifact? Haha… Though they wouldn't mind it, you still have to turn it over before you enter."

The guard said with a mocking tone. The beeping sound allows him to identify the rank of the Artifacts that an Awakened is carrying.

Anyway, all the Awakened inside the mansion are powerful. The weakest is actually at C-Rank and a Rank F Artifact wouldn't be something they have to worry about.

Cyril smiled wryly after being mocked but he stayed silent for now… He took out his dagger and gave it to the guard… The latter didn't even touch it for long as he quickly placed it somewhere in his guard post.

After confirming that he no longer has weapons or Artifacts with him, he was escorted by another guard.

He was brought to a spacious living room where six guards in black suits are standing like robots. The one who escorted him didn't stay for long as he quickly left after he has taken his seat.

'Hmm… Are they testing my patience? They're not even serving snacks or a cup of tea… so petty.'

Cyril thought after realizing that he's been waiting here for about twenty minutes now. Nevertheless, he could understand if the old man can't meet him immediately since he arrived without an appointment.

He also admits that he appears to be quite suspicious if he has taken their side.

Anyway, he decided to just close his eyes and wait for the old man.

Of course, if he loses his patience, he'll just leave and perhaps look for another client.

Aside from that, he also doesn't want to see Xagan looking around the mansion phasing through every room, and staring at paintings displayed on the wall...

The demon would even sometimes comment on the paintings and criticize the sculptures displayed around the room… He would make an argument like how the demons portrayed looks cute or that an angel is not a good-looking creature.

He would then complain how the wings of demons shouldn't be like that and how their eyes wouldn't exceed four…

In the end, Cyril decided to shut his eyes to avoid being distracted by Xagan... even by a little.

On the other hand, Glenn and Torstein were actually observing the young man's behavior from a different room.

They learned that he's not carrying any more weapons aside from the Rank F Dagger he left at the guard's post. He was only left with a bag that probably contains the item he'll use for negotiation.

This young man named Cyril Vermont was also clear of any criminal records and he can be deemed as a law-abiding citizen.

However, what bothers them is that the young man was too relax even though there are six B-Rank Awakened around him.

These Awakened were also releasing their Aura but the young man wasn't affected at all!

"Hmm… He doesn't look like he's even worried that we'll forcefully take his bag… Interesting kid."

"You're right, Sir Torstein… Would you like me to meet him first?" Glenn gave his suggestion. The fact that the kid appears so relax in front of six B-Rank Awakened worries him a little.

However, the old man seems to have different thoughts.

"Don't bother… Let's meet him now."

Glenn could only nod as he led the Elder to the room where Cyril is waiting.

Thud… Thud… Thud…

The young man heard their footsteps and his face immediately lit up after seeing them.

Torstein smiled at him as he ordered his servants to bring them some snacks.

"I'm Cyril Vermont… Thank you for allowing me to meet you even without making an appointment." The young man stood up and greeted the Elder.

"Haha… Why wouldn't I? You told my servants that I'll regret it if I didn't meet you…"

Torstein replied as he seated on his couch.

Cyril scratched his head as he only said those words since he couldn't find an easier way to attract his attention.

Nevertheless, it was quite effective as he was now able to meet the man.

He knows that the old man was also quite busy as he quickly opened his bag and showed the potion to the old man… He didn't even wait for the snacks to be served.

"Sir Torstein, this potion can cure your granddaughter. How much can you offer?"