Reign of the Hunters

with Alaunar?”

Yolan looked at Mara.
After thinking for a moment, she finally spoke up.
“I have never left the tribe and have no idea on what lies out there beyond here.
But if master is willing to take us with you away from here, we are willing to leave the tribe together with Alaunar.
We are a family.
Unless there is any special circumstances, we are not willing to part with each other.”

Ye Ci nodded, extremely satisfied with the turn of events.
“Alright.
If all of you insist, then I can bring you all with me.” After Ye Ci said that, she could immediately hear three system messages.

“Doluo Tribe member Yolan is now your servant.”

“Doluo Tribe member Mara is now your servant.”

“Doluo Tribe member Alaunar is now your guard.”

Guard? Ye Ci was slightly taken aback.
In the previous world, she had only heard about the mercenary and servant systems but not a guard.
Could it be that she has triggered the system, that she never did in the previous world, in this world? Just when Ye Ci was thinking about that, she received another system message.
“You have discovered the servant and guard systems due to your diligence and resolve, would you like to make your ID public?”

“No.”

It would be best to lay as low as possible when it comes to matters like these.
Letting more people know that she had servants and guards would only invite trouble, so she ought to be more cautious.

“Due to… player’s unrelenting diligence and resolve, the servant and guard systems have been discovered.
The servant and guard markets will now be opened in cities for players to experience these new aspects in the game.
Have a good time.” After Ye Ci refused making her ID public, this message immediately popped up in the global chat, and caused passionate discussions among guilds and players.
Even so, Ye Ci didn’t seem to be too bothered about it.

That was because Ye Ci was more concerned on how to break the news that she would be bringing the three away to Dalufar.
After mulling it over for a long time, she came to the conclusion that it was better to clarify things up with Dalufar as early as possible.
She had been to the illusionary realm, and discovered Nuoba’s Secret.
She was certain that Dalufar was close to discovering the truth as well.
If she did not share what she knew, Dalufar might not allow her to bring the family with her easily.

Ye Ci went to buy the harp that Lia needed first, then bought the most decent recipes from the shop.
After spending the last piece of ore she had on her, only then she went toward Dalufar’s tent.
However before she even reached Dalufar’s tent, she spotted Alaunar watching her silently under the moonlight.

“What’s wrong, Alaunar? Why are you standing here?” Ye Ci was curious, so she went up to him and asked.

“Master, I know what you are about to do.
I wish to join you.” Alaunar ran up to Ye Ci and bowed.
Ever since he became her guard, he was behaving a lot more polite around her.

“Are you sure you want to do this?” There was no way Alaunar didn’t know what she was going to do, and he was adamant in following her so Ye Ci was worried if it was wise for him to do that.

“I am sure, master.
I know what I am doing.
I have my own obligations toward this tribe.” Alaunar seemed so sure that he would probably disagree even if Ye Ci were to command him to return to his own tent.
Guards and servants were different.
Guards had their own rights in doing certain things, but not servants.
Servants would always obey their master’s command, regardless if it was right or wrong.

“Alright.” Ye Ci nodded.
In any case, she was going to use Nuoba’s matter as a deal with Dalufar and make him owe her a personal favor so he would willingly release the family of three.
At first, she was still worried if she would be able to convince him alone.
Now that Alaunar was joining, it would probably be easier to convince Dalufar.

Dalufar was quietly sitting in front of his huge table as usual.
The table was piled up with all sorts of books.
Under the dim light, Dalufar’s white hair and beard was tinted gold, making him look very divinely.
His magical staff rested quietly against the right arm of his chair, just within his reach.
Ye Ci looked at the staff and thought to herself that it was impossible for her to ever get her hands on it in her entire life.
It was fine though, she shouldn’t be too greedy as she had already reaped a lot of rewards by coming here.

Dalufar sensed Ye Ci entering the tent, yet didn’t raise his head.
He continued reading his book but spoke slowly, “I heard you have bought Lia’s harp.”

“Yes, Lord Dalufar.”

“Are you preparing to leave?” “Yes, Sir Dalufar.
I ’ve been here too long.
I must continue my journey.” Ye Ci responded with a very standard answer, as an NPC with high intelligence would see through any possible play of words.

Dalufar nodded, then closed up the book in front of him and lifted his head.
He looked at the boy standing behind Ye Ci in silence.
After a very long time, he finally spoke.
“What about you, Alaunar? Have you made your decision?”

“Yes, Lord Dalufar.
I have.
I wish to leave with her to travel the outside world, just like Khu’tak did back then.” Alaunar’s voice wasn’t loud, but one could hear the unwavering determination in it.

Dalufar listened to Alaunar and seemed to become dispirited.
He remained seated and let out a long sigh before shutting his eyes.
“It’s been many years.
I thought I wouldn’t hear anyone talking about leaving the tribe again, yet I am hearing it now.
The last time I heard this, I was still a youth like you, Alaunar.
Back then, Khu’tak stood before me and told me the same thing.
I was proud of him.
After so many years, you’re now telling me the same thing again.
I…” Speaking up to this point, Dalufar paused slightly and an affectionate smile appeared on his face.
“I am also proud of you.”

Alaunar was very nervous at first but after hearing Dalufar’s words, he felt relieved at once.
After he relaxed, the only response he could give was speechlessly staring at Dalufar in a daze.
After a long while, only did he manage to speak again.
“Is that so? Lord Dalufar, are you really proud of me?” “Of course, my child.
I am proud of anyone who can find their courage to take this first step out.
Not only that…” Dalufar paused slightly, then looked at Ye Ci and continued speaking, “Advancing for the sake of your dream is a joyous thing that is worth celebrating.
Alaunar, I look forward to the day you’ll become a Great Shaman.”

Alaunar was even more shocked now.
“What? A Shaman? Not a Warrior?”

“Why a warrior? Aren’t you a shaman?” Dalufar stood up, with the magical staff that Ye Ci had been drooling over in his hand.
He slowly walked toward Ye Ci, then lowered his head to look at her.
He sighed, then spoke only loud enough for both of them to hear.
“I think what you said is right.
People should chase after their own dreams.
I can’t make him stay here.
Elf, I’ll leave them in your hands.”

Dalufar’s words greatly astonished Ye Ci.
He had figured out everything before she even said anything.
This must be a BUG…

Despite Ye Ci’s surprise, she still nodded and made a promise with Dalufar.
She glanced at Alaunar behind her, then spoke to Dalufar.
“Lord Dalufar, I come here today to inform you of another matter.”

“What is it?”

Ye Ci sighed, then told everything about the things she and Alaunar saw in the Pitch Black Cave as well as everything in the realm of illusion to Dalufar.
Dalufar appeared to be shocked.
“What?! You are saying that Nuoba and Sha’jia are actually colluding together?!”

“No, I don’t think it is Sha’jia.
That was only an illusion.
Only Sha’jia’s servant, Ciss, was inside that illusion.”

“That doesn’t make any difference.” Dalufar’s face turned sour.
“I only know that the Heart of Flame is sealed under the Pitch Black Cave.
I’ve been watching over it with care for so many years, so that no demons have any chance to get close to it! Yet I didn’t expect Nuoba to actually collude with a demon to steal the Heart of Flame! Just what is he thinking?!”

“I’m afraid that Nuoba is coveting over your position.” Ye Ci sighed and slowly pointed out the key point of this matter.
After all, Dalufar had been alive for too long.
Although he was powerful, it was inevitable that some of his subordinates would start to misbehave.

Dalufar stared at Ye Ci intently, unable to utter another word.

The moon was shining bright In the night sky above Doluo Tribe.
The moonlight silently shone on the ancient tribe that seemed silent, yet lurking with wild ambitions within.

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