Chapter 38 - Wuchowsen Kingdom 2

The journey took a long time and it was already noon when we arrived.

The Kingdom has no walls which surprised me. The sky was full of different birds. Their was huge birds that look like Budgy and others that are small. The birds have different colors, there were blue, green, white, red, and even a rainbow colored one. It was fascinating to see.

The whole kingdom was covered by a blue colored barrier that felt like it was full of mana. I also have this feeling to not approach the kingdom.

'Akira, what is that barrier? Why do I feel like that I should not come closer to the kingdom?' I asked.

'That thing is a magic barrier. You can see that there are no walls around the kingdom, it is because the magic barrier serves as one. You can't enter the kingdom through the barrier.

Also, you feel that way because you're a monster. The barrier gives the monsters a feeling of not approaching it. It was like, the barrier was given an aura of a strong individual making the monsters fear to come closer.' Akira said.

'So where do we enter then?' I asked curious about where the entrance is.

'Can you find a big gate along the barrier?' Akira asked.

'Where is it.... Oh! I found it!' I said with amazement. It was a big gate that was as big as a four story building and wide as a three story building.

The Gate was colored rainbow with a green symbol of a bird. I can see guards that has the same armor as Loyce but guard's armor looks weaker.

'Don't you think that the Kingdom is lax towards it's defense. What if some other Kingdom attacks it?' I asked worriedly that the defense system of the kingdom is lacking.

'The defense is actually enough. The kingdom has many monster birds that are tamed and even a Tier 10 monster resides there called Wuchowsen.' Akira explained making me curious what is a Tier 10 monster.

'What does a tier mean, Akira?' I asked.

'Tiers are basically how many times the monster undergone to evolution. Currently you're a Tier 4 Monster.' He explained.

'But you said that a four tailed cat was feared before because it can destroy cities!?' I asked feeling like I went back to zero even if I evolved a couple of times.

'Yes, you can if you were back to my teenage years when I was alive. Do you think humans will still be weak after a couple of years!?' Akira said making me curious about his age.

'How old are you, Akira?'

'I don't know the exact age but I can estimate about 10000 years old.' Akira said making shock.

'How can you live that long!?'

'As your level increases your age expectancy also increases. At you're current level, you can live for a thousand of years.' He said.

'What level were you before you died?' I asked curious about his level before.

'I was level 1000 before reaching the realm they called Half Immortal. Are you amazed, stupid cat!' Akira proudly said.

'What are realms this time?' So many information that I need to know.

'There are 7 Realms that are known before I died which are the Mortal Realm, Earth Realm, Sky Realm, Spirit Realm, Half Immortal Realm, Immortal Realm, and Demi God Realm. Right now you are at Mortal Realm and close to advancing into Earth Realm.' Akira said making me happy to know.

'What do I gain if I advance in Realms?' I asked curious about the benefits it will bring me.

'It can help you gain skills when you advance. The skills will most likely be related to your body. They are called Passive skills by the system. One example of skill you will gain is HP Regeneration which you foolishly gain from the ogres, dumb cat!' Akira scolded me making me remember my stupid action.

'You should've told me about this earlier, Akira! If you did, I might have not used my Envy on the ogres. Why do the ogress have HP Regeneration skill even if they did not reach Earth Realm?' I feel frustrated to think that I will gain HP Regeneration if I waited to level up more.

'Don't blame me with your stupidity! The ogres are born with that skill. It is like a racial skill. Anyways, I'm out!' Akira said, leaving me from my thoughts.

The conversation with Akira took a short time. Loyce landed at the ground and in front of us is the gate.

"Good afternoon, madam Loyce!" The guards shouted and bowed to Loyce.

"Please open the gates, let me and my friend here enter." Loyce ordered to the guards.

"Yes, madam Loyce!" They said and immediately went to the gate.

We followed them while Budgy was trying to peck me at the back. I dodged it as fast as I could making the bird angrier. Some attacks of the bird hit me making me cry in pain.

What is this bird's problem!? This bird will be on my kill list, and I'll let Rory cook it.

'Hey Akira, why do they closed the gates shouldn't they open it to make it convenient for the people?' I asked curious to why the gates are closed. Transportation and trade would be easy if they open it.

'It was a rule before I die to close the gates when it is noon and only open it when the morning comes. You can still enter though even if it is noon. They just close it for protection purposes.' He explained.

When we arrived, the gate was already open. I was going inside when the guards stopped me.

"Hey kid, please give me your ID to see if you're a citizen of our kingdom." One of the guards said.

'Tell them that you lost it.' Akira said.

"I... lost it... sorry sir." I acted as if I was sad which worked.

"Poor kid, then please touch this cube to know if you're a monster, criminal, or not." He said while taking out a black cube.

'Touch it, and don't worry because you will not be caught by it. Remember you have the Disguise Status and Change Form skill.' Akira reminded.

I nodded at the guard, and then touched the orb with confidence.

The orb let out a green light.

"You're clean kid. Well I did expect this result with the innocent look on your face but a bit of safety does not hurt." He said while smiling at me.

"Oh, and please register a new ID at the City Center kid." The guard followed up.

"Let's go now kid." Loyce said while entering.

I thought that there was gonna be an entrance fee to get inside but thank God there was none. I don't have any kind of money right now.

We entered the kingdom and it was amazing inside. There was many trees, giant towers, roads, and houses. I can see from a far a big castle that was completely green in color. The castle was full of big birds flying around it.

"I have to go now, Ave. I need to go back to the castle since I needed to report. Let's meet sometimes." Loyce said, and rode Budgy and left.

Budgy shouted at me before leaving. It even made a huge air towards me, almost making me sit down at the floor.

That bird will be roasted when I meat it again.

I walked at the road which have street lamps at the sides. The street lamps must be powered by Lightning Magic. Many people was still outside. I can't see some food stands in the road but only big monsters that act as mounts and some benches at the side.

The people around here have colored hair like red, yellow, green, blue, purple, orange, and more but I can't see people with black hair.

While I was walking around, I talked with Akira.

'Asked around where the Mercenary Guild is and register on it.' Akira said.

'I don't have money, Akira. How can I register if I don't have money?' Has Akira turned stupid?

'Have you ever thought of loaning on guild? Don't lump me with your stupidity!' Akira said.

How would I know that loaning was possible in this world!?

I groaned loudly but didn't fight back.

As I was walking, I looked around to see if I can ask someone directions. I saw a man at a bench sitting while reading a paper. The paper looks like a newspaper. I walked towards the stranger to ask for directions.

"Hello sir, can I ask a question?" I asked while smiling.

The man bring down the newspaper at his lap and I was amazed to see that he has black hair. He seems to be in his 20s.

"You're not a afraid of me kid?" He asked with an amazed expression.

"Why should I?" I asked curiously.

"Don't you know that black hair means I have affinity with Dark and Demonic Magic." He said.

Why should I be afraid with his magic?

'Stupid cat, it is normal to be afraid since it is taboo to use that kind of magic!' Akira shouted at me.

'How would I know!? You should have told me before hand!' I said to Akira.

He was about to speak but I didn't listen.

"Are you afraid now, kid?" The black haired man said.

"No." I replied.

"You're a brave kid! So what question do you have?" He asked me with a smile.

"Where is the Mercenary Guild, sir?"

"Do you have a map? I can make a mark on it if you want." He said.

"I don't..."

"I'll give you a map but tell me why do you want to join that Guild? Your so young for that and it might kill you." He said with a serious face.

"I need money mister for my mother. She is sick so I badly need money for her medicine." I acted.

"Hmph, stop your acting kid. It ain't cute." He said making me surprised.

"Now, tell me the real reason." He continued while smiling.

"I just need money. That's all." I said with a serious face while taking a step back.

"Hmmm, I'll bring you to the guild." He said while standing up.

I followed him while being curious to who this man is.