"Again, again! Do it again big brother!"

Roth chuckles and amuses Mina once more. He aims his hand as if he was aiming a bow down range. He slowly mimics pulling back the bow, soon as he does, a bright golden rod shines filling the space of the arrow. The limbs of the bow shine as it flickers being made from light. He takes a moment and breathes in slowly and aims true. His sights fixated on a dead tree right in its center. He lets go and can feel the gust of wind rush back as it was shot. The golden rod flies towards its target with speed and hits it dead center. It bore a hole in the tree while also leaving a burn marking around the edges. Mina claps and praises Roth for being so amazing. He lets Mina be Mina and dematerializes the bow.

"I have to say Roth, you are by far, the most interesting person I have ever seen."

"I can't tell whether that was a compliment or a not." He said with a smug grin on his face.

"Hmph, it was a compliment. Don't worry, after the things I have seen you do I would be crazy to make an enemy out of you."

"Oh c'mon I'm not that bad. You're making me sound like I'm some kind of villain."

Mina walks up to the both of them and chimes in her thoughts.

"My big brother is the best there is! There's no one out there that can mess with us! He is now part dragon! RAWR!" She puts her arms up as if to make herself bigger and mimic the dragon. Roth clicks his teeth and rolls his eyes.

"What did I tell you before Mina, I'm not part dragon. There's nothing draconic about me. I'm still me."

"I mean, she does have a point Roth. That little display of light that came beaming down at you was something out of some story legend. You can't blame anyone thinking you're part dragon now."

In truth, it made his level way higher and increased his endurance, and mana capacity. He was nearing the level seventy mark. Still not a bad way to level up after being at level forty five for a bit. Although, he does still feel some regret he couldn't just free Hajime. He understood being magically trapped there would be hell for anyone, hell, he's living in it right now. His train of thought was interrupted by Katsumi.

"Still though, I didn't quite understand why you didn't use that magic he gave you to get us back down the mountain anyways."

"That gift seems far too valuable to just use without thought. I want to hold onto it just in case of emergency. Lately it's just one problem after another with these fanatic crazies."

"Yeah you may have a point there. Though I wasn't the one who looked like I needed that break." She looks to Mina and giggles.

"I can still feel the blisters on my feet. Never again a giant mountain like that."

"Ohhh? Maybe more training will help you not feel those bli-"

"Actually I feel super energized from that mountain climb hahahaha!"

Her eyes widened and quickly retracted those words to not feel another training session from him again. Katsumi and Roth both chuckled at her demeanor. A carriage slowly pulls up as two other demi humans' wave at Katsumi. She smiles and gives Roth a handshake.

"Well, looks like I got to go. It's been an interesting ride with you kid. Try to stay safe for her sake as well. I'm glad she's safe with someone like you. Take care Roth and you too Mina, both of you stay out of trouble."

Both Mina and Roth chuckled, and Roth returned her handshake. The two waved at her as she hops in the carriage trotting off away.

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"I'm really glad she came along with us big brother."

"She was a good guide, that summit was way too big, it was basically walking to another town on foot."

"Are we going to do what Hajime wanted us to do?"

"Yeah, let's go find that other poor soul. For her and for Hajime's final wish."

Mina smiled at Roth and follow his lead back into town. The capital was so very busy. It was packed with all kinds of people, demi humans, and beastmen. Almost as if you would see in time square back in the real world. Buildings were everywhere and were only three stories high, but it reminded Roth just a little bit of modern sophistication style while still retaining the fantasy feel. For the past few hours, they have been asking questions about the Fidelities whereabouts or rumors. Majority want nothing to do with that group. Others had genuine confusion. They finally caught their break as one person told them about a tavern in the far eastern part of the capitol. He said he heard rumors about an organization working something out in that area. After walking through the busy streets of this city, they finally made their way to the tavern. It was old and rustic and look to be in worse shape than the others. Then again, the other buildings around were not as appealing as the others across this capitol.

The two step in and the tavern was empty. Only three customers in a booth and the bar tender were the ones present.

"You two seem lost. This place isn't for children you know." As he wipes down a goblet with a cloth.

"Don't worry about it, she may look sweet, but she can handle herself."

"Pfft, whatever."

"Listen, we've been lost, and we've been trying to find our boss to get our work started. I hope I found the right place to work."

"Kid I have no idea what you're rambling on about." Roth looks to the others in the booth, and they stare silently. Roth hopes his next move will work, otherwise this will all be for nothing.

"Really? You sure? Because I thought this was a well established business." Roth pulls from his pocket the same metal insignia pin of the Fidelity. The man stares at the pin with no emotion then back at Roth with a more different tone.

"Really, who sent you?"

"Who else but the top brass. Does the name Frida mean anything to you?"

The man's eyebrow twitch from hearing that name and a slow droplet of sweat begins to form.

"She... she got you... here?"

"I guess word doesn't travel around here huh?" Roth is keeping the ultimate poker face. He's relived they don't know who he is yet.

"Um, no, no sir. We are a pretty much a secluded area. No one notifies us of anything. We aren't exactly like the other branches... sir."

"Seems like someone is causing mayhem in our little group and I think you know why I'm here."

"...for the girl sir...."

"Yes, that's the one. Since Frida isn't exactly a direct person. she just vaguely told me to find this place." Roth cannot believe his bluff is working so very well. He now understands the reputation she has in this organization. The man whistles for the others to close the tavern and leads the two down towards the cellar. He pulls on one of the torches that is attached to the walls and a hidden doorway slides open. The crunching of rock was loud for a moment revealing a long dark hallway. A few minutes went by and the man made hallway began to morph into a natural cavern wall structure.

"My god how long have you built this place?"

"Oh we didn't build this sir. Under the city is a natural cavern that they don't know about. It was owned by some family way back. That's what I was told anyway."

They finally reached the end into the large open space of the hidden cavern. Roth was stunned, it looked like it was night. Stars were shining everywhere, and the cold brisk of air slowly flew by. When he looked closer at the sky he understood the illusion. Thousands upon thousands of minerals littered the ceiling while glowing a low blue hue. giving its night time appearance. As they walk down the stone steps, he notices many ruble buildings and torn pillars. As if a small town was swallowed up here. They finally made their way to the center and standing before them was a large stone arch. Hanging from her wrists was a woman with dark purple hair. Chains on her ankles that were bolted to the floor. She was filthy and had torn clothes. She appears to be sleeping despite being hung in the air.

"I'll be heading back topside sir. Let me know if you need anything else."

"Yup got it, run along now. I need to get started."

The man had an uneasy look and quickly rushed off not wanting to think what he was going to do under "Frida's" orders.

Mina looks back until the man is finally out of sight and broke her poker face.

"Oh my! That was scary! Quick thinking big brother I couldn't believe they bought it."

"Yeah me neither. Let's hurry and figure a way to get her out of here."

The chains suddenly began to move, and she slowly opens her eyes. Roth was taken back at her eyes, they were beautifully bright red. He stood there for a moment until finally she spoke, with a raspy exhausted voice.

"No...more...please...no more..."