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Chapter 11 Night Flower Inn
The whispers and stares gradually focused on Zellir, making him feel uneasy. At the same time, Zellir was also puzzled by some of the whispers.

Is it strange that a mage comes to accept a quest...?

"Can the association help retrieve this Mist Demon Core?" Marcus asked.

For loot that has no trouble finding a market, adventurers can sell it directly to the guild. The price is usually similar to the market price, saving them the trouble of finding buyers themselves.

"Of course, please wait a moment!"

Ella carried the Mist Demon Core into the room behind the counter, and a moment later, she ran back quickly.

"Based on the appraiser's assessment, the association is willing to buy back the Mist Demon Core for sixteen gold coins. Are you willing to sell?"

Marcus glanced back at the group, and after receiving their unanimous approval, he nodded.

"make a deal."

"This is your payment, please accept it."

A cloth bag filled with money was pushed in front of Marcus, Ella said in a respectful tone.

"In addition, the Adventurers' Guild would like to thank you again for the information you provided. We will issue risk warnings to adventurer teams that are heading to Graywood Forest in the near future."

"Phew... We're finally free."

After leaving the Adventurers' Guild, Zellier stretched with a huge sigh of relief.

Marcus handed the four gold and eleven silver coins, wrapped in cloth, to Zelil.

"Here's your payment, take it."

Zell carefully put it into his pocket, and then turned to look around.

This is all his possessions.

"Then this mission is considered complete. We had a very pleasant collaboration."

Marcus said, "Also... Zellir, would you like to consider forming a permanent team with me?"

Marcus's squad is not a permanent entity; it's just a temporary cobbling together.

This was Zellir's first mission with him. Gray and Vales had worked with Marcus a few times before, but they hadn't formed a fixed team.

“Me?” Zellier pointed to himself, somewhat surprised.

"So you're already thinking about recruiting Zellir?"

Gray smiled. "He's a mage, after all."

"Um... thank you for the invitation, but I don't plan to join a fixed team for the time being."

Zellier thought for a moment and shook his head. "But if you need to team up for any other missions in the future, you can ask me for help."

“Okay…” Marcus looked somewhat disappointed.

To be honest, Zellier had a very good impression of Marcus.

He distributes resources fairly and is quite capable; even when faced with unexpected events like encountering a mist demon, he can remain calm and composed.

But Zell doesn't want to be tied to a fixed team, as that would slow down his personal development.

Moreover, his goal was far more than just staying in Blackrock Town; he had even greater ambitions, and leaving the team would be another troublesome matter.

"Okay, I have to go to the clinic... I hope there won't be any lasting effects."

Gray grinned and waved to the group, "Goodbye, everyone."

"Goodbye."

Marcus and Vales also left one after another.

As darkness gradually fell, the curtain of night descended.

Zellier wandered the streets for a while before finally choosing his place to stay—the Night Flower Inn.

The decor wasn't luxurious, but it was much better than those simple guesthouses, and since Nightflower Inn was located near the center of Blackrock Town, the security shouldn't be bad.

After all, it's a strange world where we don't know anyone, so safety must always be guaranteed.

A few people were scattered around the lobby on the first floor, dining, and judging from their attire, there were also a few adventurers. "Hello."

The receptionist was a cute girl who smiled and revealed her canine teeth. "Are you here for a stay or a meal?"

"I want to stay in a hotel."

“Okay, we have two options. One is the dormitory upstairs, which costs thirty copper coins per day.”

The girl explained, "The other option is a single room, which costs two silver coins per day."

Zellier narrowed his eyes slightly.

Dormitory-style sleeping area...

A group of people were crammed into a large room, making it quite difficult for them to move around.

And who knows if I'll even be able to fall asleep at night surrounded by snoring? Just thinking about it gives me a headache.

After completing a mission, enduring wind and rain, a good rest is essential, and a quiet and comfortable environment is a must.

But a single room costs two silver coins per day... that's a bit pricey.

If it weren't for the fact that he had just made a fortune, Zellier would have turned around and looked for a cheaper hotel.

"If I stay for a month, will there be a discount?" Zelil asked tentatively.

The girl's eyes lit up, and her voice became a little sweeter.

"Of course, if you choose a single room and pay for a month's room in advance, we can reduce it to fifty silver coins for you."

“Okay, then let’s book a single room for a month,” Zellier said.

He chose a room at the end of the corridor on the third floor. After paying the fee, Zellier had three gold coins and sixty-one silver coins left in his savings.

"Welcome to Nightflower Inn. My name is Auro. If you have any questions, please feel free to come to the front desk anytime." Auro smiled.

"Cuckoo..."

Zellier's stomach made an inopportune sound.

He had only eaten a piece of black bread soaked in hot soup today, and some dry rations on the way. After the intense battle with the Mist Demon, he was starving.

Auro's smile remained unchanged. "Would you like to have something to eat before checking into your room? It's dinner time now."

Zellier took the menu and started browsing it.

From humble bean stew, black bread, and pickled vegetables to high-end meat dishes, everything is available.

Having worked all day, Chef Ze naturally didn't want to deprive himself of his food, so he gritted his teeth and chose the dish he wanted to eat the most.

"I'd like this red wine-sauce beef shank set meal, please."

It sounds delicious, and the price is great too.

Three silver coins.

The food was served shortly afterward.

The aroma of the food intensely stimulated Zellir's senses, and his mouth began to water profusely.

The main course is, of course, a large piece of tender and juicy beef shank, roasted to perfection and brushed with an enticing, rich sauce.

Zellier couldn't wait to cut off a piece and put it in his mouth.

The texture of the beef, the slightly acidic fruitiness of the concentrated red wine sauce, and the flavor of black pepper and a variety of spices all contribute to a top-notch culinary experience at Zellier.

The greasiness after eating a lot of meat was neutralized by the roasted asparagus and soft bread that came with the set meal, making everything just right.

After a long day, being able to sit down and enjoy a meal like this is so wonderful it brings tears to my eyes.

After dinner, Zellier went to his room.

A single bed, complete with a table and chairs, and the bed itself was fairly soft, worth the price of two silver coins.

Sleepiness washed over him, and Zellier, exhausted from a long day, quickly drifted off to sleep.

(End of this chapter)