8 Familiar faces 2
"Guild master, I brought a guest." Sus Katheryne knocked on the double door.
"Come in." An Old ragged voice came from inside.
When were brought in, we saw an Old man with a strong imposing aura. I wasn't able to observe this Old man below because I was eavesdropping. However, when facing this guy. I could see indomitable experience willed in his eyes. He is a veteran.
However, I could feel he reached his limit. What a pity.
"Oh, is this the people you said?... You are right, I could sense their power. They can reach such strength in this age." He appraised me and Lumine. I could feel his gaze as if he was trying to find my weakness. Yup, this is a veteran. My blood boiled when I saw that challenging gaze.
I glanced at Lumine who was frowning. She seems to notice the same.
"I envy you two. At such a young age yet was able to reach this level." His eyes were filled with jealousy but then they regained their calmness.
"Thank you for the Compliment, Guild master?"
"Call me Hanz." He answered my question.
"I heard the request from Katheryne. We would like to accept the Quest." I nodded and said to him. Changing the topic. I don't want to touch such a sensitive thing.
Guild Master Hanz gave us information about the horde and the Knight of Favonius. He said to go over to the headquarters of the Knight of Favonius in Calla City to know more.
We didn't linger in the guild and proceeded to go over the Knight of Favonius HQ. Katheryne walked out with us through the door of the Guild.
"I'm sorry, I can't go with you. I hope you visit again soon?" From the very start, This woman kept staring at me with a smile on her face. She's sus, a sus. I don't know how to deal with this woman.
"..." I ignored her. The more I dilly-dally, the more I felt danger. Not literally.
"We will," Lumine answered on my behalf.
"Then, Ad Astra Abyssosque." She smiled and then walked towards her position as receptionist. Her expression suddenly became monotone.
Lumine, Me, and Paimon ventured toward the Knight of Favonius HQ. Along the way, due to Paimon's constant demand for hot steamy foods. We don't have a choice but to make a stop.
As we arrive at Knight of Favonious headquarters. We saw an elegant small castle. Mondstadt doesn't have any rulers as it is a country of Freedom. However, they have the church and Knights of Favonius to protect the country.
The church helps and aids the poor and sick, Rich and Healthy. Whilst the Knights protect them from unforeseen enemies.
The KoF HQ gate was opened wide. Knights come and go. There were also civilians going in and out. This looked like a Cityhall if I'm being honest. There were light-armored Knights at the side of the gate. They did not even care about the people going in. They only stopped some suspicious-looking people with sincerity without being hostile to the others showing how good their conduct was.
I don't know if the security is very lax or brilliant. I can't judge.
We got inside.
The Hall was very big and there were many in uniform. They are very busy, these people should be staff members that help the people.
One of them approaches us.
"Hello there. What may I help you with?" Her eyebrows lifted and she gave us a bright welcoming smile.
Lumine brought out the letter. The staff girl took the letter and opened it.
"Please come with me, distinguished guests." Seeing the content, her smile became even brighter. Now that I notice it, the people here or should I say the once NPCs in the game don't even look like NPCs at all.
We were led inside one of the rooms. There we found Hertha and someone unexpected.
The tall yet imposing proud figure could be seen standing like a sword. The sharpness of her eyes can be seen as intimidation. When her eyes were cast upon us, I could feel the coldness within. She was sizing me and Lumine.
She has short cyan hair just about to reach her shoulders, wearing a black headband above her bangs with four pointed silver, white, and blue hairpins.
Her face is cold and unapproachable. She was a tall female, compared to Lumine. About 5'5
She was wearing her Unique and elegant outfit that fit her perfectly. With a blue cape on her right shoulder, a backless black leotard covered in white on top, white sleeves, a blue tie, a pair of black gloves with blue palms, blue stockings, and thigh-high boots. Her leotard has a silver symbol of her clan on each hip, and the white cover on top is secured below her breasts with a black belt. Her boots are accented with silver with an additional strap, silver heels with spurs, and blue soles. Her Cryo Vision is pinned to the front of her cape.
Mounted on her back was her greatsword. A dark blue greatsword. If I'm not wrong, this should be the Snow-Tombed Star silver. It's a craftable greatsword in-game.
Seeing her cold expression, I didn't take it to heart. I may not know her very well but I know that's a facade.
She's one of the captains of Knight of Favonius in charge of scouting. Usually, she doesn't like going to the cities.
On the table was not Hertha, as she was in charge of logistics. The person on the table was someone I did not know of or heard of. It's a middle-aged man with brown hair and very sharp eyes. His cold gaze was much more intense than Eula's.
"Captain Rizark, The guild brought the distinguished guest." The staff girl said to the man.
Rizark nodded as he stood up from his seat.
"Oh, Are these the people we were talking about Hertha?" He approached us, he was smiling. "Young'uns, I admire your will to come here. This is very surprising for this generation. I thank you for your volunteer."
"Don't mind them, Adventurers, this is just how they act. But in reality, these people here are very approachable despite their appearance." Hertha approaches us as she berates the man and Eula.
The two retracted their hostility.
The man scratched the back of his head. He has a sword on his waist. A pyro vision on his chest. Wearing a black military outfit with a hint of fantasy.
Broad shoulders and is taller than me. He is a giant. You would expect he would be a Greatsword wielder but he is not.
"The guild works very fast," Hertha added.
"I must acknowledge the guild's efficiency in their operations. While their dedication to Mondstadt may not be absolute, one cannot deny their remarkable swiftness in handling emergencies. It is a quality worth considering when contemplating investments." Eula, in her characteristically refined and noble manner, subtly interjected with her own thoughts, elegantly adorning the conversation with her presence.
"Eula is correct. It is a good decision to have a guild in Mondstadt. Their help is very helpful. They already sent multiple adventurers including you two to help us. But, it appears that the two of you are more excellent compared to the others." Rizark nodded.
"Thank you for the compliment. I'm Ronan, this is my companion, Lumine, and Paimon." I introduced myself carefully. Not divulging the matter about how I just became stronger very recently.
"I'm Lumine." Lumine nodded.
"And I'm Paimon! I'm the best side companion there is. I love delicious food." Paimon introduced herself joyfully. She was giggling when talking about food.
Unknown to us, Eula's eyes flickered.
"Oh, What is this strange companion?" Rizark asked slightly confused. Even a person of his stature did not even find Paimon's existence suspicious.
"A cute and wonderfully interesting companion," I said with a smile.
"Emergency food." Lumine jokingly added at the side.
"Oy!" Paimon retorted by stomping on the air.
The room was filled with laughter. Before we know it, the atmosphere became lively because of certain mascot.
