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The bustling streets of Arenfall stretched before them, filled with noise, merchants, and unfamiliar danger. Sion's cold eyes narrowed slightly as he slowed his steps.
[SYSTEM QUERY: Suitable Accommodation Nearby]
Parameters: Discreet, Safe, Affordable, Moderate Comfort
Processing…
A soft blue interface blinked in his vision as the system scanned the surroundings, cross-referencing building layouts, city maps from the matrix, and subtle details only the system could process.
[RESULT FOUND]
Inn Name: Raven's Hollow
Location: East Merchant District, three streets ahead
Owner: Retired Adventurer, low risk of hostility
Known for: Discretion, secure rooms, no questions asked policy
Cost: 4 Silver Crows per night
Hidden Bonus: Basement-level escape route, unknown to most customers
Sweety's playful voice chimed in his head.
"Perfect little rat hole for a secretive demon like you, Master."
Sion ignored her teasing.
"Nyx, Lilith — we're heading to Raven's Hollow."
Nyx stretched casually.
"Discreet inn… no fights? Boring."
Lilith's voice, soft as shadow, echoed through his mind.
"Acceptable. Good for observation."
With his system guiding him, Sion weaved through the crowds, his every step calculated, his presence unreadable. Moments later, they stood before a sturdy, two-story building with a weathered wooden sign depicting a black raven perched on a twisted branch.