I woke up early in the morning, went downstairs, greeted the innkeeper, and sat down for breakfast. I could not believe how cheap the food is here, but the mood—or should I say the energy—feels off. "Let me enjoy my food; this has nothing to do with me."

Leon entered and sat next to me. Okay? Is this guy stalking me? How did he know I was in the capital? Does he have some tracking skill? Let me check. Identify!

- Name: Error

- Race: Elf

- Level: Error

- Mana: Error

- Skills: Alchemy level 6, Archery level 10, Swordsmanship level 5.

Error? He must have some sort of artifact hiding his name. Why is he hiding his name? He also does not have any tracking skill, so how?

"Did you just look at my status?"

"Of course not, what are you talking about?"

"Where were you? I was looking for you."

"Exploring the country. Anyway, do you have information about the revolution?"

"Why? Do you want to join them?"

"Nope, I am sure you already know about my father being in the capital. I just want to make sure he is safe."

"I see. How much do you have? Information is expensive."

"Five gold coins."

"Thank you. The truth is, Queen Elizabeth passed away two months ago, and her daughter, who was next in line to the throne, was assassinated before her coronation."

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"No revolution?"

"House Eclipse and House Adams are fighting for the throne. The revolution is supporting House Eclipse, while your father was summoned by House Adams."

"So, is my father safe?"

"It depends on how long this conflict lasts."

"Who do you think will win?"

"Well, that depends on the elders."

"Elders?"

"Five more gold coins, please."

Damn it. I am going to end up broke here. I gave him another five gold coins.

"We have a council of elders—thirteen in total. The Supreme Elder and twelve others, to be exact. These elders act behind the scenes, and it is said they are the voice of the goddess."

This sounds more like a deep state conspiracy theory that was famous back on Earth, so cool.

"How strong are they?"

"I don't know, but rumor has it they are the ones who repelled the Orc invasion a thousand years ago."

"Orc invasion? Tell me more."

"Two gold coins."

"Forget it. Anyway, how can I meet with the Supreme Elder?"

"Supreme Elder, you say?"

"Yes. If this mess continues, something bad might happen to my father."

Mom, Dad, and Emma—I will do anything to keep you guys safe.

"I can tell you where she lives; however, you must promise to return to me—I mean, to be safe."

I learned that she lives in the Royal Circle, a place where nobles and royals reside. I have to make an appointment first, and it will take a few months before I get permission to enter the Circle City. What the heck is Circle City? I was wondering why the houses here look shabby while it is the royal capital. So, the royals and nobles live near Yggdrasil, circling around it. That is why it is called Circle City.

"However, you do not have to wait for a month. I will help you get permission and book an appointment for you."

"Free?"

"You took care of me in Eldorado, so yes, it is free."

"Then why did you take my money earlier?"

"I don't know what you are talking about."

Is his family in the information business, like an information guild? Does an adventurers guild exist in this world? Forget it; if I ask, he will start asking for money again.

Leon gave me a tour of the capital. We went to restaurants to try new types of food. There are golden elves living like commoners here in the capital? I guess they are content with their lives since everything is cheap and there are a lot of job opportunities.