Shay

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[Shay]

.. Burman Flone.

What?

Boring. What is it?

Sigh... Ready to order?

Another failure?.

I'm talking to myself. Don't bother.

What do you want?

What will it be?

I have Tropical Sograt and Vermilion on the Beach flown in from Morocc.

A bit on the expensive side though.

Here..

......Hmmm...

Nah.

Here is your

What is it so expensive?

Then you try to bring it all the way here.

If you haven't registered at Diel yet, you better do it soon.

That is the only way to start receiving requests and guarantee your safety here.

To avoid conflicts apart from diplomatic trouble

it is always better to respect each sides agreement.

Don't you agree?

Not that busy but I don't want to do it.

I don't want to talk about personal stuff.

But do you have any questions?

Me?

.If you are asking about my name, it is written on my badge here.

It's Shay.

Hmm. Then should I tell you the story on how I settled here?

The first to apply to expedite here

where the Assassins.

I was one of them.

That is how I got to reach this place before anyone else did

And that is how the base of the expedition camp was built.

But you know.

I thought I'd return to my hometown and retire.

But El Dicastes contacted me.

They requested if I could open a place for us outsides to feel comfortable with.

They also were considerate enough to build it in Midgard style.

So the framework and style,

architect was brought in..

and then I found myself managing the whole project?

And...

that is how I got here.

I've been here ever since!

I don't remember what my original job was.

Little rusty on the Katar, I guess...

Shay suddenly has a lonely expression and sighs deeply about his situation.

Looks very tired.

Sapha?

You are surrounded by Saphas.

......

What are you asking me?

Just ask any Sapha passing by.

Ask 'what are you'.

Other races?

Talking about Sapha?

Cat?

Are you talking about the Cat Merchant?

They are camped outside of the capital gate.

They even mined and fished near the expedition camp.

They are currently trying to expand their business

Well.. bigger then them?

Not sure. Haven't heard of it.

Why don't you ask Sapha's around here?

Butterfly wings? Are you talking about Rapine?

Don't know them?

You really no nothing.

If you want to know about Rapine, go to Splendide.

They are rough and tough.

What...

I'm not that busy but don't bother me too much.

What is it now?

Any luck?

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I'm trying to organize the information I've collected.

But what should I do with the collected information?

Moan...

You look lost like as if nothing makes sense anymore.

They solution is simply to ask around.

There are many Saphas working at the factory, drill hall, square and anywhere else.

There are the Cat Merchants outside of the castle, too.

Everybody

is talking about the minister these days!

What is with this Ahat anyway.

I haven't even seen the minister.

I heard many say that he is beautiful.

Anyway........

Try this.

I've been working on this for some time and hope that this can go on the menu.

- Shay places a baked pie with the base made out of carrots.

Topped with something that looks like apples or bananas.

You immediate think it is too risky to try. ?

An apple pie.

I garnished it with bananas.

Doesn't look like it but this is an apple pie.

But why is there a carrot in a pie.

And there is no hint of apples.

Stop!!!!!!!!!!!!!

-Shay got all upset and threw something sticky and smelly.

The pie left Shay's palm and landed square in your face. -

Oops.. umph.. hmph...

Phew... sigh...

...........

S..Sorry. Aello told me to help you but..

.......

I couldn't help myself.

Ha.. there is a cat named BK among the Cat Merchants.

He might have the information you want.

... Go.. meet BK.

And if he ignores you, tell him that Shay's special drink will be delivered.

You can find the Cat Merchants outside of the gate.

They seem like a small group of wanders.

You'll see their tent southeast from the gate.

BK is the one that holds information around there.

He will be able to help you.

You say BK said that?

So it is...

I did think Ahat was beautiful than normal.

But according to the Saphas' stories I hear in this pub

they all have a different version of Ahat.

But BK said Ahat isn't a Sapha?

That only means that its not the looks that is different but may be completely a different race.

We can only investigate.

They say he came from the crack so let's investigate the crack.

But there is a crack here too?

..Too many ill-fates.

Bit sorrowful.

It is always better to go to the site.

Because it is difficult to meet the minister.

The crack here must have been created when the crack in Morocc appeared.

If he did it.

You'll find a crack northeast from El Dicastes.

Try investigating there.

- You show the

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.. I didn't expect this.

Then who is Ahat..?

...I smell something fishy.

I don't know since I haven't seen Ahat in person but

we must find out what all this means.

At least BK doesn't lie.

The BK I know never lies.

Why are these found near the crack?

Why was Ahat near the crack..

You can't just waltz in him.

It's even harder for outsiders like us to meet him.

Hm...

We can try collected exploit certifications.

Those who did great deeds get the opportunity to meet the minister.

The Cat Merchants are also collected exploit certifications. They want to meet the minister in person so they can negotiate business.

You can receive exploit certifications from handling requests throughout the city.

If you want to meet the minister Ahat...

You'll need at least 3 exploit certifications.

Go ask around in Diel for more information.

Sapha that registers adventurers in Diel.

Was his name Rhawyne. Ask him.

................

Do you think I'm that free?

I'm not the one receiving request, I'm the one that makes the requests!!

Tsk.

First, think of what you have to do.

Meet Ahat by collecting exploit certifications.

And then find doubt what is the relationship between him and the crack.

Start with collecting exploit certifications.

You'll need at least 3 certifications to meet the minister.

Once you have your certifications, go make a request to meet the minister at the Adventurer's reception desk in Diel.

Rhawyne will help you.

So.. you got permitted?

I'm also curious who this Ahat character is.

Good. I'll prepare some food until you come back.

I just found this amazing chocolate recipe a few days ago.

When I was in Morocc.

A colleague from the guild used to make chocolate stuff you see?

I thought it would be simple since he was making it.

Wait till you taste it.

Now, get going.

How was the minister?

So.. how strange.

..was it bad or good?

No, that isn't important. Try to remember what you were there for.

Huh? Really?

You can tell the beauty even if the race is different.

Do you job instead of dreaming about his appearance.

Hmm...

Clearing the crack area?

Sounds weird.

Something smells fishy.

Don't forget to bring back evidence.

And to pretend you are hypnotized.

Good. This is our secret.

Funny how things come about.

But you really are talkative.

You are telling me everything. Tsk.

Did you know?

There is another skillful Jarute.

Name is HesLanta.

He sometimes come back and shares his stories.

But I think he also has a story to tell.

It's only a thought but

It might be good to talk to those near Ahat too.

How about talking to the Jarute named HesLanta?

You don't have nothing to lose, anyway.

Why are you here again?

Are you working?

Really?

Good for you.

.....

Mission. Haven't heard that word for ages.

Now go.

I'm busy.

New ingredients are coming in today.

Go now.

If you are that grateful, each all my new cuisines till the last bite.

Huh? Get lost.

Ungrateful....

Didn't I tell you before?

No, I told you my story before.

But since you have bad memory, I'll tell you again.

What did you bring here now?

.........

What? No?

Tsk.... boring.

Why is strawberry chocolate so difficult to make?

Why is my chocolate falling apart?

Also this chocolate pie.

How do I bake it just the right golden color?

Why can't it be white or black?

It isn't the pie that is important. It's the chocolate that is.

How did my colleague make this?!

............

...Do girls like this?

I see.

So...

Are you married?

You're alone, right?

....

Sorry.

We're in the same boat.

Suit yourself.