Firefly Journey

Chapter 126 The Milky Way Turns and Sails Dance (9)

Lin Yuanran is usually closed off from the world and leads a very monotonous life. Apart from his classmates in Class 29 and a few friends, he doesn't know any other students at St. Louis.

He had never heard of Dick O'Nealson before.

Dick was clearly a sleazy guy; after looking at Julianne, his eyes lingered on Claudia.

Claudia frowned slightly, but couldn't say anything. He hadn't done anything wrong; she could look at him however she wanted.

"Judging from your age, you two must be junior students. Don't worry, I'll take care of you." Although Dick O'Nealson was a bit lewd, his tone was quite normal, without the slightest hint of lewdness.

"Thank you, senior," Claudia replied gracefully.

Lin Yuanran also thanked him.

Seeing that only she and Ario were left, Claudia gracefully introduced herself: "Claudia Elilanca, a second-level 'Listener'."

Among the fate-related professions of the Sun God path, the Sound Mage is the most common, but its commonness is still relative to that of the Elemental Mage; overall, it is still very rare.

As a freshman this year, Claudia has already reached the second awakening. It seems that the Kingdom of Delos is also focusing on cultivating her, otherwise she would not be able to reach this level.

When Claudia announced her profession, everyone present was slightly surprised. Like Lin Yuanran, they did not expect that Claudia, at her age, would possess such strength.

Of course, none of the others, including Dick, knew that the harmless and adorable girl before them was actually a princess of a nation. If they had known, they wouldn't have been so surprised. No matter how small the country, raising a young Second Awakener was more than enough.

"Hello everyone, I am Ario Morris, a 'Flameweaver' who has just completed his second awakening."

Compared to Claudia, Lin Yuanran's self-introduction was less surprising.

First of all, "Fire Mage" is a common profession and not rare. While a second-awakened being of his age might be rare outside, he comes from St. Louis, a place teeming with geniuses, so compared to that, he is nothing special.

After the hired superhumans gave brief self-introductions, Victor said:

"I believe everyone is ready and the team has assembled. Let me briefly explain the tasks you will be responsible for this time."

As he spoke, Viktor walked up to the map hanging on the wall, took a stick from somewhere, and started gesturing at it.

"The place we're going to is right here on the map."

Victor headed toward a corner of the map.

Everyone turned to look, for the place Victor was pointing to was very close to the Debasa Empire, or rather, it was right on the northwestern border of the Debasa Empire.

The area is close to the south, and the climate is more suitable for survival. It is likely that the northern tribes were unwilling to give up this favorable land and relied on their years of experience living in the wild to deal with the imperial army.

Victor added, "My goal for this trip is to film some battle scenes between the Imperial Army and the northern tribes, preferably live footage. I know there are great risks involved, but I'm willing to go without hesitation to present the real war to the public, even if it means dying there."

"You are different; you are merely hired hands, paid to do things. I'm explaining this to you beforehand to serve as a warning. If any of you feel it's too dangerous, you can leave now; I won't force you."

Upon hearing this, everyone reacted in different ways, but none of them immediately suggested leaving.

The group had already prepared themselves for death when they accepted the commission, so they wouldn't back down because of Victor's few words.

The atmosphere was tense for a minute or two. Seeing that no one spoke, Viktor smiled and said, "Looks like I was overthinking it."

The earth sorcerer Boros Fell said, "Great reporter, you are being far too sensitive. Since we are standing here, we have no reason to back down. You can rest assured."

Julianne added, "It's fair to do things for money. Save your compassion for those who have lost their homes because of war."

Lin Yuanran and other students from St. Louis also expressed their opinions, saying that they wouldn't have taken on such a mission if they were afraid of danger.

Viktor smiled warmly and nodded, saying, "That's good. By Julius above, I believe we will return safely. His will is with us."

Then he looked at Boros Fair: "Mr. Boros was a soldier of the Duchy, a veteran of many battles, with rich experience in field operations, and he is also the oldest among us."

I'd like him to be the team leader and coordinate our operations. Does anyone have any objections?

Julianne said, "No objection."

As an assassin who has spent years teetering on the edge of a knife, she knows all too well how important it is for a team to have an excellent commander.

She had participated in many group missions, some of which failed, and the reason for the failures was always due to improper command.

The three students from St. Louis looked at each other and had no objections. They were like flowers living in a greenhouse, never having left the shed. It was naturally easier to have an experienced and capable person lead the team.

Seeing that no one objected, Victor said, "Then it's settled. We'll set off now, take a carriage to the northern foothills of the duchy, and then turn east until we reach our destination."

“I will do my best,” veteran Boros said solemnly.

Led by Victor, the group headed towards the rented carriage, carrying their luggage. Lin Yuanran walked at the back of the group, wondering about something: how could Claudia, as a princess of the Kingdom of Delos, possibly be short of money?

Even if the Kingdom of Delos is reduced to selling off its national treasures due to financial problems, there is no need to make a princess of the country run out to work to pay off debts, right?

With the title of a princess, why risk her life for just 3 gold coins?

Lin Yuanran would never believe it; there must be more to the story.

Claudia happened to be walking in front of him, so he didn't beat around the bush and walked up to her in a low voice, "Your Highness, surely you didn't accept the mission for those 3 gold coins?"

Claudia didn't deny it, and said with a smile, "Of course not, there's a very mysterious reason."

"what reason?"

"It's said to be very mysterious, so I can't tell you."

Lin Yuanran smiled: "You're not treating me like a friend. Good friends don't keep secrets from each other."

Claudia thought to herself, "You really have to get to the bottom of things. Your curiosity is a bit too much."

"Can you tell me your secrets first? Like what you like to eat, what disgusting things you've done, or if you have a girl you like?"

"no!"

There was no way to talk to him that day, so Lin Yuanran didn't expect Claudia to tell him anything and shut up in frustration.

Claudia smiled gently, feeling inexplicably pleased to see him like this.

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PS: Thanks to the two milk teas from "Tongtong Zhaguang", and to the brothers "Nilu", "Mars Chao", "Suifeng Zhuliu" and others for their love and support. Your support is my motivation!