Chapter 96: Stay for Two Years First

Chapter 96: Stay for Two Years First

Wu Heng understood Slater's intention.

He had only recently joined the guild and was still quite young. Being transferred to a place outside the kingdom could mean facing many uncertainties, or more bluntly, he might even lose his life.

If he chose to stay, she could arrange for Wu Heng to take over Arnel's position as the captain of Team One.

His status and treatment wouldn't change, and he'd be in a peaceful environment.

It was a kind gesture, showing that Slater did care for him.

If this had been when he first arrived in Blackstone Town, or even just half a month ago,

Wu Heng would have accepted Slater's kindness, choosing to stay and slowly develop in a safe environment.

But now things were different.

The restrictions on necromancers in the Kingdom of Yeco were already hindering his progress.

To continue growing, he needed to make some changes.

Staying in Blackstone Town, even if he became a steward, wouldn't change the kingdom's stance on necromancers.

Leaving, going to a new environment where there weren't many obstacles for necromancers, was the best choice.

Yazde had likely considered this when making the arrangements.

He quickly thought it through.

He directly said, "Thank you for your kindness, Steward. I think it's best to respect the main office's decision. I'll apply to transfer back when I get the chance."

Slater's beautiful eyes looked at him.

She sighed and said, "Alright, then go there and wait for two years. I'll apply to have you transferred back when the time comes."

It seemed that

She had just taken up the steward's position, and it might be difficult for her to keep Wu Heng here.

In Blackstone Town, she might have some influence, but in the vast Adventurer's Guild, she was still relatively insignificant.

After two years, once her position was secure, she could bring Wu Heng back.

"Alright." Wu Heng nodded with a smile.

Slater then said, "Yazde's body has been cremated. They tried to notify you, but you weren't at your residence at the time. There wasn't much to see anyway, just something that would add to the sadness. You still have to walk your own path in the future."

Wu Heng spent most of his days in the zombie world, so he didn't know about Yazde's cremation.

But it didn't matter.

He had no feelings for Yazde; if he had gone, he would have had to pretend.

Besides, since that body had been used for [Speak with Dead], it couldn't be turned into an undead soldier.

"Hmm, as long as everything went smoothly. Steward Yazde wouldn't want us to be sad for him."

"Hmm!" Slater nodded and then took out a few items, saying, "Here's your ticket to 'Rentam'. The train leaves the morning after tomorrow, so don't be late since you've decided to go."

She then tapped the other items, "These are some of Yazde's belongings, and now they're yours."

Wu Heng put away the ticket and looked at the belongings.

There was the deed to the property in Blackstone Town and that wooden staff.

The rest of the items were already in his space ring, which Wu Heng had taken with him earlier.

When there were many people around, he put it away and usually kept it on his hand.

"Alright, thank you. As for this property deed… since I'm about to leave, it's not of much use to me. Steward, could you help me find a buyer and sell it directly?" Wu Heng said bluntly.

Slater's eyes widened, "Didn't we agree you'd come back in two years? You might still need it then."

This was Yazde's residence.

Plus, it's uncertain whether he'll return in the end.

Wu Heng thought it would be better to convert it into cash.

"Two years isn't a short time. Leaving the house empty isn't good."

Slater thought for a moment and said, "I'll keep an eye on it for you. I'll arrange for someone to clean it, and you can keep the house for now."

"Alright!" Wu Heng didn't insist on this matter.

"Don't forget your departure time. Go back and get ready early!"

"Alright, I'll head back now." Wu Heng stood up.

"Hmm, call Kavina over; there's a transfer order for her too."

"Alright!"

So, Kavina was being transferred as well.

The members of Team Four were being split up.

...…

After leaving the study, Wu Heng went to the team's lounge.

He pushed the door open and saw Yuli and Kavina sitting and chatting.

"Is the captain not here?" Wu Heng asked.

"No, he left early," Kavina said.

Yuli added, "Maybe he went shopping with Captain Turisa!"

Kavina also smiled.

Wu Heng continued, "Kavina, the steward wants to see you."

"Huh? Did she say what it's about?" Kavina asked.

The commissions completed by Team Four were excellent, so if she was being transferred, it was probably to become a captain.

"She didn't say, but it's probably related to the transfer. You should go check it out!" Wu Heng said directly.

"Oh, okay!" Kavina walked out.

Wu Heng and Yuli didn't stay long either and left the guild.

They headed towards the commercial street.

Yuli asked, "What did my aunt want to talk to you about?"

"I'm being transferred to a city called 'Rentam' to become a captain," Wu Heng said directly.

"Huh? You're going to be a captain? And you're going to 'Rentam'?" Yuli was a bit surprised.

"Have you heard of this place?"

"No, but my aunt made me read up on it," Yuli replied.

"Tell me about it."

Yuli gathered her thoughts and said, "Rentam isn't really a city. It's more of a transit point established at the border between two countries."

"Transit point for what?"

"It means it doesn't belong to any faction. It was initially established to provide a stopover for trade caravans, and over time it evolved into a city. I heard it's quite chaotic, with no fixed rules, and it's home to some criminals and wanted fugitives."

Yazde really knew how to pick a place.

A city at the intersection of three jurisdictions.

After Yuli finished, she looked up at him, "You're really leaving?"

"You'll miss me?" Wu Heng looked down at her.

The young girl pouted and still said, "It's just that if you leave, I'll have no friends again."

Wu Heng patted her curly hair, "Your aunt said she'd transfer me back in two years."

Yuli slapped his hand away, "What if you don't survive two years?"

"What are you saying?"

"How about you transfer your inheritance to me first? That place is very dangerous."

"Don't push it."

The two entered the Antler shop.

The owner greeted them, "What do you need today?"

Wu Heng took out the formulas for Level 1 and Level 2 corpse cores and handed them over, "I need the materials on this list. See if you can gather them all."

The owner took a look and nodded, "We have all the materials listed. It depends on how much you need."

Wu Heng thought for a moment and went with a conservative amount, "Fifty sets."

"Uh… we don't have that much of a few of these. I can prepare twenty sets for you," the owner said with a big smile.

Yuli interrupted their conversation, saying, "Why are you buying so much? Just get a few sets to practice with first."

Hearing it was for practice, the owner also said, "If it's for practice, you might want to try the miniature healing potion."

Wu Heng thought about it and agreed; he could buy more later if needed. "Five sets from the list, and then five sets each of the healing potion and mental restoration potion materials."

"Alright!" The owner agreed and went to prepare them.

Yuli, standing to the side, quipped, "Not the brightest, yet trying to learn alchemy."

After paying, Wu Heng had Barson carry the materials, and they headed back to the crowded area with Yuli.

Perhaps because Wu Heng was about to leave,

Yuli spoke much less, remaining sullen and gloomy.

She kept saying things like, "What if you get bullied over there? What if you die?"

Quite ominous.

After dinner, Yuli went home feeling low.

Wu Heng, meanwhile, closed the door and sent the materials to the zombie world.

He had the gnome skeleton start brewing potions.

...…

The next day, in the morning.

In the zombie world.

Outside the residential area.

Li Yanhong said, "We've agreed with the prison. We can bring the food over anytime, and they'll meet us halfway."