Before the duo set off, they were greeted by the Viscount once again and were offered a generous reward. The Viscount gave them a special small metal plating with a weird inscription on it.

"Here, for your assistance with the catastrophic event that has taken place, I shall honor you with this. May it serve you well Sir Roth."

He passes the small metal tablet and Roth inspects it carefully. Mina also looks in great curiosity as they both wonder what it's for.

"Um thank you your grace but... what is this exactly?"

"Hmph, I assumed you already knew what it was. That, young man, is a special card you can give to any guild to access any funds you have. It's far more efficient than carrying a large bag full of gold now is it?"

He understood now and reminded him like a debit card from his world. Now the real question he's wondering is how much money this Viscount actually gave him.

"Um.... how much did you reward me on this card then, exactly..."

"Oh? why only fifty thousand gold of course." as he gives off a nonchalant smile.

"FIFTY THOUSAND!!!"

"FIFTY THOUSAND!!!"

The two step back in great disbelief, " Wait wait wait, hold on a second! This is too much I can't accept this!"

"Nonsense, you have earned it young man. This is your reward for saving this city."

"Yeah but this is waaaaaay too much. Shouldn't all this gold be used to help rebuild this city?"

"My dear boy, this is coming out of my personal funds. The cities expenses are covered through relief programs and the cities treasury for any disasters like this could happen. Granted we expect more like weather disasters, but it makes no difference be it wyverns or mother nature."

He looks down at the small metal plate in awe of how much he has earned. He still had quite saved up from the amount of his first job, but now, now it seems like he will never run out of money. Even for him this is way too much gold. Though reluctantly he was, he accepted this more than generous reward. After thanking him and many other adventurers. They finally made their final goodbyes to Zacharey.

"Well I guess this is goodbye for now kid, where are you two heading now?"

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"Before we do anything, I want to stop by back home-"

Home? Did he really say home? Roth without realizing what he said let his words sink in and gave a soft smile. Mina Notices this and was curious to see why he was smiling.

"Yeah, home, there's someone I want to check in first and get some things done before heading to the Provinces of Mur."

"I understand kid, Sillo and Shiana wanted to be here to say goodbye but are held up in a job. They wish you the best kid and hope they get to see you soon." he reaches out for a handshake and Roth accepts only to be tug closer to be given a hug. It was a strong heft goodbye of a bro-hug. Roth didn't mind and he happily accepted it. Aufnier steps in and speaks up.

"Are we all set Mr. Malvikun?"

"Yeah, we're all set. How 'bout you Mina? Ready to hit the road?"

"You bet big brother! I'm ready to go!"

He chuckles and the three hop into the waggon and set off to Galobethrogga. With no caravan this time the trip was much faster then the few days they had to travle with. Finally they made it into the city and it's still bustling as ever and same long line at the gate entrance. Passing their way through town their wagon finally stops at the steps of the guild building. They exited happily one by one until Aufnier stops him just before heading up the steps.

"Listen Mr. Malvikun, I know we keep saying this so many times Its almost being redundant for you but thank you truly. You have no idea the amount of lives you have saved. I wanted to give you a heads up to be careful. I learned of a great unfortunate news."

"What is it this time... another plot or wyvern attack?"

"No. Nothing of the sort, it's just...Connery's body was not found in the morgue after the incident. I just wanted to let you know to be careful of your journey if you so happen to run into the Fidelity once more."

"I'll keep that in mind Aufnier thank you."

"I'm happy to help, now if you'll you excuse me, I have some unfinished business I need to attend to hear at the guild."

He graciously bows and walks away towards the side of the guild to the courtyards of the guild's building.

" What do you think he meant by that big brother?"

"I'm not sure, but I do have a feeling we kicked more than a hornet's nest with those damn cultist Fidelity guys. C'mon, let's keep our promise."

"Okie dokie!" As Mina said as she gleefully made her way up jumping to every other step. They finally reached towards the top and slowly open the doors not knowing what to expect.

"Welcome, Is this your first time in Galobe-"

Her face went from pure friendly to shocking realization. Her eyes locked in on him and couldn't move slowly being filled up with tears. She tried to say something, but no words were being produced. She stood there frozen on the verge of bursting into tears.

"Hey... I made it back."

"..........."

"You must be pretty mad I'm assuming. I'm sorry I took so-"

"ROTH, YOU'RE BACK YOU'RE REALLY BACK! I THOUGHT YOU WERE SERIOUSLY HURT, I THOUGHT I LOST YOU. BUT YOU'RE HERE, YOU'RE REALLY HERE! THANK GOODNESS YOU'RE OKAY SWEETY!"

It was Saudia, she rushed at him with her incredible speed and held him tightly. She broke down with tears finally gushing from her eyes. She held onto Roth not letting him go. Mina was startled and shocked seeing her cry like this. Roth was blushing from embarrassment but also from guilt for not coming back sooner.

"Yeah... I'm here. I'm here, see, it's okay. I kept my promise."

She continues to hold onto him not letting go, sobbing greatly onto his chest. Roth was ashamed keeping her worried for that long. He smiled and with his free hand comforted her and hugged her in return. Comforting her and letting her cry till her hearts content.