Based on what my eldest brother, Stoneheart told me. Long ago, The Dragon King had a powerful kinght named, Voidart. Voidart was a Shadow Dragon. Even though shadow dragons are weak than other dragons, Voidart was actually a powerful one. Voidart was very loyal to The Dragon King. One day, a rumor reached Arak village that Some Demons were plotting to attack Hammerfall which is the kingdom of Dwarfs. Some says, they wanted to create some type weapons for war. Demons are always sworn enemy of Dragons. So, Dragons didn't like their plan. Voidart asked The Dragon King to give him the permission to investigate the rumor. The Dragon King didn't give him the permission, because it could be a trap. If a large amount of dragons went for investigation, then Demons might attack the Arak village. And if a low amount of dragons went for investigation, then Demons might attack them with a large army. Not to mention, dragon cores in demon's hand might be the ultimate weapons for the war.
But Voidart didn't like to wait and watch. He somehow managed to get out of The Arak village and went to investigate. He didn't return home after that.
Decades later, The Dragon King heard that Demons attacked Ardellia Kingdom. Ardellia is a kingdom of humans. The Dragon King once Promised The Goddess Elaranya that He would always protect human kind. So, The Dragon King sent an army of Dragons to Ardellia Kingdom. That army was leading by our father, Tharazhul Urthgard.
After a 2 days, a news came to the Arak village. 7 Demons with some powerful weapons attacked Solvaris Kingdom. Solvaris Kingdom is almost 800 miles distance from Ardellia Kingdom, The Dragon King couldn't think about what to do. If he went to hunt those demons, the village might be targetted by the demons.
At that critical moment, Our Mother, Pyraelya Ignisorn went to Solvaris Kingdom all by herself. She was shocked to see that among those 7 Demons, one demon possessed a powerful weapon made with a dragon core. Maybe that's Voidart's core. It took our mother 2 days and 2 nights to kill 6 demons. But that one demon with dragon core weapon was more powerful than our mother. But our mother didn't give up and fought him for 2 days more. The demon almost defeated our mother, but that moment our father stepped in that battlefield. After winning the battle in Ardellia, our father was informed about our mother. He flew to Solvaris Kingdom in one day. Then Urthgard clan's pride named Tharazhul Urthgard obliterated the demon less than a minute.
Witnessing what happened, Goddess Elaranya presented before our parents and blessed them with a boon. The boon is kept secret from us.
Voidart's youngest son, Umbrax blamed the Dragon King for the death of his father. Umbrax started practicing some forbidden magic. He was banned from dragon Kingdom. One night, Umbrax kidnapped the dragon king's 18th son named Aurellion. Umbrax murdered Aurellion and used a forbidden spell to fuse Aurellion's core on himself. Because of that, Umbrax became more powerful and he can take human form at his will. His only goal is to kill The Dragon King.
After telling all that Stoneheart remains silence for a bit. Then he asks, "So, tell me brother what do you think?" "My parents are so Awesome!" I say with excitement. "I know, right!" Stoneheart says with holding his head high.
"Thank you so much, brother. I need to return to the apartment now. It's getting late." I say. Stoneheart says, "Alright my brother. Take care of yourself. Good luck with your journey. If you need something, just call my name." I say, "Of course, brother. Take care of yourself and our family." "Sure, brother. Always remember, we are Urthgards." Stoneheart says with a smile. Then he flies away.
I return to the apartment. Ella and Adriana are already there. Ella asks, "Where have you been, my lord?" I say, "Just walking here and there. So, have you completed your shopping?" Ella smiles brightly.
Ella hands me an outfit and says, "I have choosen this outfit for you, my lord. Would try it on and see if it's your liking?" I take the outfit and say with a smile, "Sure, Ella."
I enter the bedroom with that outfit. Ella and Adriana wait for me in the living room. I change into the outfit.
A long, dark tunic made of soft, shadowy fabric that glimmers faintly under light. The material feels light yet thick, designed for silent movement. Over one shoulder hangs a half-cloak, fastened with an obsidian brooch shaped like an eclipse.
The tunic has gold-stitched patterns along the edges faded runes and symbols barely visible unless looked at closely. A sturdy leather belt wraps around the waist, holding a few pouches and a dagger sheath. The gloves are fingerless and made of worn leather, adding both grip and freedom of movement.
The trousers are fitted, dark-colored, and flexible, tucked into soft, quiet boots that leave no sound on stone. Everything about this outfit is meant for stealth, mobility, and travel through dangerous lands.
I come out of the room. Ella says with sparkling eyes, "You are looking marvelous, my lord. Do you like it?" I smile and say, "Of course, Ella. I love it. Thank you, Ella"
Adriana hands an outfit and says, "I have choosen this one for you, my lord." "Let me try it, then." I say with a smile and take the outfit. I go to the bedroom again and change into the outfit.
A white, high-collared coat lined with deep green fabric. The coat has golden trim shaped like vines, giving it a refined and magical look. The bottom of the coat flares slightly, with side slits for easy movement.
Leather belts cross the waist, equipped with scroll cases, potion vials, and small pouches. The sleeves end in snug cuffs, reinforced with green thread, and the shoulders are padded with light armor hidden beneath the fabric.
Underneath are slim brown trousers and sturdy boots, marked with old magical symbols. The gloves or gauntlets are leatherbound, carved with runes, and fit for spellcasting. The entire outfit balances elegance with function, something suited for magic, travel, and noble affairs.
I come out of the room. Adriana says with amazed eyes, "You are looking so handsome, My Lord." Ella says, "Yes, he definitely is." I say with a smile, "I love this too. Thank you Adriana."
I go to the bedroom and change into my usual outfit. I come to living room and say, "Thank you very much both of you. But how do you know my sizes so perfectly ?" Ella looks down with shyness. "We only guessed the sizes, My lord." Adriana says with a smirk. What does that mean?
Then Ella and Adriana start showing their outfits. I sit in the living room and enjoy watching them presenting each of the outfits. I shower them with compliments. Have to admit, they are beautiful in everything they wear.
After having dinner, three of us sit together and talking this and that. I mostly listen to what they are saying and enjoy their beautiful smiles. I will always protect their smiles.
In the morning, we go to The Lioness Guild. When we enter the guild hall, Erion comes in front of me and kneels. "What are you doing guild master?" I say. Erion says, "My lord, I have received the information from Lemion city about your true identity. Please forgive my rudeness and my subordinate's rudeness from yesterday." Word travels fast. "Stand up Erion. You weren't rude at all. And he didn't know about me. I didn't mind that much." I say. The receptionist comes in front of me and kneels. He says, "I am sorry, my lord. Please spare my life." "Hey, I won't kill you, just because of you didn't respect someone you don't know. It's alright. Stand up." I say with a smile.
Erion gives me a bag full of gold coins and says, "My Lord, Here is your 218 gold coins for those Wyverns." That's more than I have guessed. Erion asks, "My lord, do you have a bit of time?" I reply, "Sure."
- "Do you know about how guild works my lord?"
- "I read somethings. Almost all human kingdoms have guilds. Some kingdoms have more than one. People from different races submit jobs on guilds. Jobs can be anything. From herb collecting to hunting monsters. Any Adventurer or hunter who completes the job gets rewarded by the person who submitted the job. Besides that Guilds buy herbs, monster bodyparts, cores etc. And sell them to merchants."
- "You are absolutely right, my lord. There are some jobs which is impossible for any ordinary hunter or Adventurer. But those jobs are serious. People are suffering. If you are up to it, I request you to complete some S rank jobs."
I say with excitement, "I would love to. I want to explore the world. And doing some jobs is not only brings money, but also add entertainments to the journey." "Thank you, my lord. I am glad that you are eager to complete those jobs. Let me show you some jobs." Erion says.
Erion shows me some jobs. Some of them are mysterious. And these are pretty dangerous for human or elf. That's why these jobs are left out. The fact that people from all over the world are suffering that much, it saddens me. I will do my best to complete all of them. But first, I pick a mysterious job.
"The Bloom That Should Not Be"
Client: The Church of Arlenn, Goddess of Harvest
Location: The rural province of Eldenroot Vale
Reward: 200 gold coins
Status: The land is dying and resurrecting in unnatural ways. A certain plant grew overnight. It's flowers bloomed with human faces, silently mouthing prayers.
Animals are found entirely drained of blood, and villagers have started disappearing. Those who return are changed. Eyes glassy, skin pale, voices hollow.
I talk to Ella and Adriana about the job. They accept my decision and happy to go there with me.
Then we go to Mr. Volru's workshop. Mr. Volru gives us the Sword, Ring and Waistband. Ella and Adriana praise the qualities of the items very much. So, coming to Mr. Volru for making those items was the best choice. I say, "Thank you very much Mr. Volru. You are really live up to your reputation." Mr. Volru says, "It's my desire to make everything as perfect as possible. And it's an honour to make something with Fenrir's core and High Wyvern's core."
- "Maybe, we will bring you something special than these in the future."
- "Looking forward to that moment."
- "We won't disappoint you. Now, how much I owe you?"
- "10 gold coins."
Fair enough, those are the highest quality work. I give him, 10 Elven gold coins. Mr. Volru stays speechless for sometimes. Then he wants to return 5 gold coins. But I insist him to keep all the 10 coins. In the future, we will need his skills to create more items.
After that, we prepare for travelling to Eldenroot Vale. Erion gave us a map and said that It usually takes 5 to 7 days by horse carriage.
Next morning, We depart from Luxus City. And start our journey to Eldenroot Vale.
Let's see how our first quest goes.