New Fantasy World: Galeia-Chapter 55

The waiter nodded, took the money, and went into a door next to the bar.

A few more waiters came out and served everyone what they asked.

The place soon filled with chatter, laughter, and the music of the performers. A few people approached me and asked my name, then started calling it out loud for everyone to hear. Toasts came and went, and drinking competitions began.

A dwarf woman strolled over to our table as we ate, and sat next to me.

Short. That would be the best way to describe her. Blond hair styled in a side cut and leather armor over her body.

"It would be rude not to drink with you!" she said in Earthen Tongue, or Spanish, then smiled and drank her tall tankard in one go.

[Auno Dwarf, Lvl 134 Monk]

I laughed and took a bottle of vodka, downing it in five seconds. I turned to her and smirked.

Her booming laughter attracted people around our table and they began cheering on us.

We drank directly from bottles and then we moved to full barrels. A few rounds later, she passed out.

My liver was more resilient than I thought it’d be. I was tipsy at best and was pleasantly surprised that my stomach burned the alcohol pretty quickly, not bulging in the slightest.

I lost track of time while enjoying the light atmosphere and soon, night fell.

We retreated to our room on the third floor where a wide bed welcomed us. Lapia and Alyssa had had their fill of alcohol too, giggling with me as we cuddled naked under the blankets.

Alyssa stacked a few pillows and found a comfortable position as we hugged, Lapia hugging her from the other side.

I kissed them softly and deeply, their wet and warm tongues, and soft full lips melting my brain. We fell asleep entangled like that. Since the rooms weren’t sound-proof, we didn’t indulge in sex.

I had another dream about Hell. The same cave, facing demons the size of houses by hordes of flying demons. It was brutal. The pain was the same, the hunger and thirst too.

The next morning we went to the first floor and had breakfast: fruit and a flavorless soup.

Then, we left the inn, fed our mounts, and moved to the Church. Fortunately for my sanity, the registry didn’t have people from the long species, so we decided to leave town.

We continued our trip, going north this time. The forest was covered in fog, Alyssa complained about the cold and Lapia cast a floating fire ball to keep her warm.

Our mounts were surprisingly quite fast, covering an absurd amount of distance the last few days. I understood why Bhin were the superior choice compared to a horse, they were easily twice as fast when jogging. Sonya easily kept the pace, maybe even slowing down to let them keep up with her.

Alyssa filled us in about how dungeons worked. Watchers were stationed at the entrance, and a tax had to be paid once an individual left. We came across a good number of people on mounts and carts. Their levels ranging in the two hundreds. All headed towards, or coming from, the dungeons, apparently.

I was getting exited about it. The Luzo hadn’t said a word about how a dungeon looked like, wanting us to experience a fresh first impression.

When the suns reached their zenith and the canopy thinned, I spotted tall mountains in front of us. Massive clouds lazily floating around them. The forest prevented me from looking at the horizons, so I had no clue as to their actual reach.

We had a light lunch and kept going.

When we reached the edge of the forest, a small city at the foot of the mountain greeted us. It was built into the cliff. Gray buildings going up formed a spiral, a tower at the center. Black walls circled the city in a semi-circle, stopping at the cliff. The city was tall, so we had a complete view of the settlement.

We paid the entry tax and started crossing the gate. I decided to wear my armor at all times, helmet included, to prevent being called cringe names just like before. I still showed my face to the guard, however.

"Welcome to Mountroad." the guard said as we continued.

"Huh?" I turned to Alyssa on my left. "I thought the town we passed was Mountroad."

She tilted her head. "Why?" her helmet disappeared and I saw her confused eyes.

"Haha!" on my right, Lapia laughed as she too, took her helmet off. "I did too."

"The town wasn’t on the map, so I assumed that was it." I shrugged.

The Luzo giggled at us. "That happens."

Lapia blushed, then cleared her throat. "Anyway, what should we do first? Find an inn or go to the Church?"

I took a deep breath. Can’t enter a dungeon without at least someone to protect them. I have no defensive skills. However. I would murder a blind mother for a bath.

"How about you two go to the Church and look for a tank. I need a bath. I feel absolutely disgusting, I haven’t showered in three days. Also, I won’t meet anyone while dirty." I shook my head. "I’ll get us an inn, you can find me through the Bond."

The two looked at me with surprised faces.

Lapia smiled. "We’ll bring back their forms, if that’s possible?" she turned to Alyssa.

The Luzo nodded. "As long as we return it the next day."

We followed the street. The gray buildings and towers going up cast shadows over the city.

I looked at a middle aged Human and called.

"Excuse me, sir?" I waved when he turned. "Could you tell me where the best inn is?"

"Piss off!" he glared at me and walked away. "Freak."

Refreshing. I smiled under my helmet.

I tried a few times, responses were varied. Lapia and Alyssa laughed at my failed attempts. It wasn’t until ten minutes later that I got an answer. I had to ask a Watcher.

We rode until the street split in two directions.

"Have fun. And be careful." I looked at them. "If anything happens, send me a message through the Bond. Red for danger, green for when you are done, and blue if you want to meet."

"That’s pretty smart." Lapia nodded.

"Don’t worry, we’ll be careful." Alyssa waved at me.

I went to the right, the two to the left.

Looking around, I rode Sonya towards a well deserved bath. The streets were mostly occupied by individuals walking and riding animals. The buildings were pretty plain in design, and all were constructed with what looked like granite. Roofs were tiled, windows had wooden covers, and the streets were paved with the same material as the buildings.

A lot of bridges and tunnels blocked the suns due the spiral shape of the city. More vertical in its construction compared to Riverfield.

I felt the Bond pointing north and up. Their heartbeats calm and clear.

Following the Watcher’s directions, I arrived at a tall building. It looked just like the rest, a sign on the front read ’Koporva’s Rest’ in black letters on a white stone.

I noticed another, smaller sign leading to a parking lot. It had a water trough and shade. I stopped and dismounted on an empty spot.

"Sonya, you’ve been a very good girl." I took one of her feet and rubbed between her fingers.

I need to buy a pocket watch. I looked up, the underside of a bridge blocked the suns.

She let out a pleased growl and licked my helmet. "Are you tired?"

Her big head shook from side to side.

I looked around to see if anyone was close, I had no clue what time it was.

"We’ll be staying here, so don’t pick a fight with other animals, Okay?" I rubbed her chin.

She nodded.

I chuckled and walked around the building to the front door. Entering, I heard a small bell ring, announcing my presence.

The interior had a cozy atmosphere, wooden furniture occupied a small hall, a counter right in front of me. Stairs on the right side going up into the building.

A very handsome Elf came out a door behind the counter and looked at me. He was wearing a linen shirt and pants. Long, pitch black hair, and skin whiter than paper.

"How may I help you?" he asked in common.

I removed my helmet and his eyebrows went up a little.

"Looking to stay for a while, three people, soon four." I took out a gold coin and placed it on the counter.

[Elmari Elf, Lvl 203 Comedian]

I hope he knows a few jokes, unless that has nothing to do with the class.

His dull silver eyes blinked a few times, a complicated smile on his face.

"Certainly... Your..." he squinted, trying to remember something.

"Please don’t. My name is Natasha." I gave him a smile.

He sighed in relief. "Honestly, I don’t know what people call you Halves nowadays." freeωebnovēl.c૦m

"Stupid titles." I shrugged. "Do you have vacancy for four?"

"We do." he chuckled. "My name is Dasiso, by the way."

"Nice to meet you." I offered a hand, removing the gauntlet and glove.

He shook it, then produced a book and a white quill. "Name of guests? Their species too, please."

"Natasha Novak, Lapia Pofeta, and Alyssa Pruvik. Halve, Elf, and Luzo." I answered.

He wrote something down and nodded.

"How many rooms?" he looked up at me, a cheeky smile on his face.

"One, a big bed." I felt my cheeks heat up. "And a large bath, if that’s possible."

"Of course." he chuckled and wrote another line. "Breakfast is served at seven, lunch at one, and dinner at eight. Each floor has a mess hall."

Ooohh! It’s one of those. Nice! I nodded.

"Good to know." I looked him in the eye. "Can I ask you something?"

"Go ahead." he nodded, resting his hands on the counter.

"Do you know where can I buy a pocket watch?" I crossed my arms on my chest.

"You’re in luck. The store across the street deals with those trinkets." he smiled, his canines showing.

"Nice." I nodded. "Also, we have mounts. A Ratnak and two Bhin."

"Thank you for letting me know." he wrote another line. "Any preferred floor? We have three rooms of your request available. Top floor, third floor, and second floor."

"Second floor." I answered instantly.

It was already daunting to know we were on the tenth floor back in Lapia’s. I want to look out the window without having a heart attack.

He nodded and wrote a few words. "I have to ask if you would please refrain from wearing your armor when going up the stairs. It looks kind of heavy." he gave me an apologetic smile.

"No problem." I nodded.

I stored my armor, leaving me in my leather garments.

"Thank you." he looked down at the book. "How long do you plan on staying?"

"For the time being, indefinitely." I looked around, a few plants here and there.

"Please sign here." he turned the book to me, pointing at a small square and offering me the quill.

I took it and signed my name in cursive.

"That would be it." he closed the book and produced three brass keys. "Your room is 2C. Second floor, at the end of the hallway."

I took them and put them in my storage. "Thank you very much."

"Thank you for choosing Koporva’s Rest." he gave me a big nod.

"What time is it?" I asked, turning to the stairs.

He looked behind him, a clock hanging on the wall. "Five twenty."

"Thanks a bunch." I gave him a thumbs up and went up the stairs.

I heard a door open, then close.

Bath. Bath. Bath. I chanted in my mind as I went up the stairs.

Coming to the second floor, I saw a wide room, tables and chairs spread in it.

I continued down the hallway to our room.

It had a big ’2C’ in wooden letters.

Using a key, I opened the door. A wide, comfy space welcomed me. It had a living room and a window. A doorway led to the bedroom, a gigantic bed on it. Even bigger than Lapia’s.

I moved past, heading to a door on the other side of the room.

A bathroom blessed me with its existence.

Praised be all above. I got naked and walked over to the shower heads.

I took a long shower, using a lot of soap and shampoo. I closed my eyes and enjoyed the shit out of the shower.

"Ah. Ah. ah. aH. AH." I relaxed and warmed up my vocal cords.

Even if my voice was higher than the original singer, I still liked the song.

"As I walk through the valley of the shadow of death ~"

I sang for a few minutes as I washed my body and groped myself. A loud sigh left me as I finished.

"This is bliss." I wrapped a towel around me and left the bathroom. "How can people live without showering at least once a day?"

Walking over to the living room, I summoned a peach and took a bite. The explosion of juice was delicious.

I sat down on a couch and relaxed. Hopefully our stay is peaceful.

"Shit." I groaned. "I jinxed it."