Esperia remained silent, thinking carefully on the suggestion the woman made. "For now, head for Orchidia city. Aside from your partner, I have 'enlisted' a few potential allies for your cause. They will find you within the city, all led by their own circumstances."
Esperia couldn't help but smile, aware those circumstances were likely manipulated by the woman in front of her. It was clear the elderly woman was a manipulative trickster, a far more experienced and skilled one compared to Esperia. However, the young vampire decided not to comment on it for now. "Remember Esperia, when it comes to hunting evil, you are not the Rune Knights. You act off the grid which comes with its advantages and disadvantages. Make sure to keep those in mind in your future endeavors."
Esperia nodded her head firmly in response to the statement. "Now if you'll excuse me, I have some appointments to attend to~ But before I leave I'll give you a word of advice: Do not disappoint me."
And with those words the elderly lady left, leaving Esperia to quietly ponder about the matter as she was escorted outside the Era Dungeon. It was odd how quickly she had been released, it had only been a few hours past dawn and only a night had passed since she had arrived within the prison.
Perhaps it would be a good idea for her to get ready for her trip. If she recalled right Valerie and Hasani were traveling to Orchidia to meet up with her there, and the thought alone was already enough for Esperia to feel way more energetic than normally.
Robert stopped beside her, speaking in a more relaxed manner now. "I'll report back to Blue Pegasus that the trial is over, I do suggest you pay Alisa a visit in the future, I'm certain she will appreciate it."
And with those words the two said their farewell, leaving Esperia to walk down the streets of Era. It was odd, to know she had no longer a bounty hanging over her head. Having regained her freedom, and being able to start a new life, the mere thought of building a future with Valerie and Hasani was enough to make her briefly forget about her desire to hunt dark guilds.
No, for now the young vampire would spend her time working on gaining the people's trust, walk a path of redemption so to speak. In order to do that she would soon have to head north. After all, Sentinel Syndicate was in the north, and there was someone she desired to meet in the syndicate. Also, and of course a greater priority was her reunion with Valerie and Hasani in Orchidia city.
Still, she had to admit she was a little bit curious about the words the woman said: She was going to send her allies, which made Esperia a little bit wary. She had been used to act independent, but perhaps it was time to change that now.
WC: 505
Total WC: +3000