Travel to another world and become a monster messenger

Chapter 157 Russell and the others return

“At least as far as I remember, it should have been better maintained.”

"After all, the cleanliness of the city gate will affect the city's reputation, not to mention that there is a royal palace here. It doesn't look like nothing has happened."

Russell felt that Jill's comments made sense, but he also had a bad feeling. They had to rush to the city gate as soon as possible to confirm what had happened.

Russell couldn't help but quicken his pace thinking this way, and Oliver and Jill were also infected by his nervousness. When they arrived at the city gate, the soldiers guarding the gate were surprised but still showed a friendly smile.

"It's Russell and the others. It's been a long time."

However, the soldier's expression was as if nothing had happened, and he acted very naturally without any force, which made Russell even more suspicious.

"Excuse me, let me ask you a question. What happened in the capital recently?" Russell asked the soldier while looking up at the scarred city gate. The soldier touched his head, smiled bitterly and began to tell the story: "You can really see it. In fact, it is like this..."

The soldier briefly explained to Russell and the others the commotion that had occurred a few days ago. Russell's expression gradually became serious, and he even grabbed the soldier's collar and said, "So, what about that? Is everyone safe? How is the guild leader? Where is the queen?!"

"Calm down Russell. How can he talk if you are like this?" After being persuaded by Oliver, Russell realized that he was holding the soldier tightly and immediately let go. The soldier coughed violently, and Russell lowered his head, looking very apologetic.

"I'm sorry, I lost my composure. Please forgive me."

"Well, it's not surprising that you have this reaction. I didn't know how to react when I first heard it." The soldier said with a smile, but Russell's face became more gloomy.

The soldier felt it was inappropriate to continue to worry them, and thought it would be faster to let them go into the city to hear the details, so he walked towards the city gate.

As the door slowly opened, the soldier seemed to remember something and told Russell and the others, "Because the town is a bit chaotic, you have to be careful. However, as long as you don't go into the back streets and alleys casually, it should be fine."

As soon as the guard finished speaking, Russell did not respond, but continued to look forward. Jill and Oliver seemed a little apologetic, raised their hands slightly and lowered their heads at the same time.

They passed through the city gate and walked into the city. What unfolded before their eyes were broken buildings and uneven ground. There were many claw marks on the walls of the buildings, showing the ferocity of the monster's attack.

Despite this, the restoration of the building is progressing steadily and people's faces are full of strong smiles.

"Send the wood over, it's almost lunch time, come on, the materials have been shipped from the west." With such powerful shouts, people were running back and forth busily.

No one showed despair, as if they had thrown such words somewhere, and everyone was looking forward. Russell was thinking in a daze, and people didn't seem to realize that they were living with hope.

Realizing that he had stopped without realizing it, Russell began to walk in a panic.

“It’s really remarkable.”

The town center is very lively. Russell couldn't help but talk to himself, wondering at the same time, was the center of the town so lively before?

The aroma wafting from the stalls everywhere naturally aroused people's appetite. And now that it was almost lunch time, the perfect feeling of hunger made them want to stay a little longer.

In fact, Oliver and Jill were already attracted by the stall, and they cast silent pleading eyes to Russell. However, Russell could not meet their hopes.

First, they had to go to the guild and report to the guild master what happened in the Kingdom of Santono. In addition, they had to go to the queen and report to her what happened. After all, they were responsible for the important task of escorting the national court magician, so it was natural for them to report their duties.

When Russell mentioned the matter again, the two accepted it with a sigh.

“Well, it’s exactly as you said.”

“There’s nothing more to say.”

Oliver and Jill looked away awkwardly, and Russell continued.

"Besides, Alicia might be waiting for us in the guild. Do you want to delay the chance for the four of us to act again?"

After hearing this, the two were speechless. After a few seconds, Oliver scratched his head and said, "... Sorry. It's me. I was too hungry and accidentally gave priority to food."

"It's okay, as long as you understand. Then let's set off to the guild again."

Russell walked ahead with a cheerful attitude. The two followed behind with a wry smile, and soon the three of them arrived at the guild.

Russell pushed the door open solemnly. The guild was not as crowded as he had imagined, nor was it too noisy. It seemed that this was the case at lunch time. Russell was about to walk to the counter when suddenly a figure approached him.

"Long time no see, Russell. Same with Jill and Oliver."

“Alicia!”

Russell and Oliver were surprised by the sudden turn of events. Although they thought Alicia might be waiting for them at the guild, they did not expect to meet her so soon.

Just as Russell was about to step forward to say hello, Jill pushed him away and excitedly rushed to Alicia: "Ah - Alicia -! I missed you so much -!"

Jill hugged her tightly, crying. Alicia smiled bitterly, hugged Jill, and gently stroked her head.

"Me too, Jill. I'm glad to see you in such good spirits." Alicia tried to push her away gently, but Jill stubbornly held on to her clothes.

Alicia looked grimaced, while Jill continued to cry. Russell and Oliver watched the two with a smile.

"Really...you guys are so noisy as soon as you come back..."

The three people except Alicia responded immediately to the voice. Alicia turned around and looked at the person coming from behind with a calm attitude.

"Ah, hello, Guild Master."

“It’s great to see you again after so many months. Can you finally feel relieved?”

“Yes, thanks to you.”

Behind Alicia, Russell and the other two opened their mouths wide in surprise. Not only because the Guild Master suddenly appeared, but also because Alicia seemed so calm when talking to the Guild Master, and even seemed to be very familiar with him, which made them even more surprised.

What happened during their absence? Did the commotion a few days ago affect her? Looking closely, her expression seemed to reveal an imperceptible strength.

Such thoughts swirled in Russell's mind.

Guild Master Wesley looked at Russell, who was confused, and said, "I'm waiting for you. Although I have a lot of questions, I have to settle the escort mission first. Come with me inside. Alicia will come with you."

"OK."