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Arya, Dina, and Gamma were relaxing in the city of MERAK.
Arya: Wuuuh, peace really is the best thing, huh.
Dina: That's right. The ruler of this city is a good person. That's why the city is this nice.
Gamma: Yeah, and the food is super delicious too. Big sis Dina, let's go to the hot springs.
Dina: Let's go.
They went to the hot springs together, leaving Arya behind.
Gamma: Big sis Dina, you're so pretty. Sky-blue hair and brown eyes.
Dina: Ah, no way. Gamma is still the cutest and most beautiful. With your golden hair and emerald green eyes. You're just too adorable. (She hugs Gamma)
Gamma: Ouch, big sis, your hugs are too strong.
Dina: Hehe, sorry. You're just too cute.
Gamma: Are you from the same village as big bro Arya?
Dina: Yeah, we're from an abandoned village. Everyone there was starving, then Arya used his knowledge to start rebuilding the village, starting by teaching the people how to farm, build irrigation, and more. Then the two of us trained in the forest near that village. After three years of training, we left the village, and Arya only brought me along because, he said, he only trusted me.
Gamma: Weren't there other kids in the abandoned village?
Dina: There were, but he said bringing too many people would be a hassle, and the other kids didn't have talent, so bringing them would just get in the way. You're different, Gamma. You have talent, so you can help. Back then, he said he wanted to execute corrupt city rulers so no one else would have to suffer. What about you, Gamma?
Gamma: My parents were killed by slave traders. We were merchants, then we got ambushed by bandits. They stole our goods and sold us to the slave traders. Then we were separated, and my parents were killed because they were seen as worthless. That's why I want revenge on all of them.
Dina: (gently hugs Gamma) So that's what you went through... Don't worry. We're going to wipe out all the evil people in this world.
Gamma: ...
Dina: Alright, that's enough soaking. If we stay in too long, we'll get sick. Let's get out.
Gamma: Okay, sis.
They left the hot springs and met up with Arya.
Arya: How was it? Enjoyable at the springs?
Gamma: Yeah, it refreshed my whole body.
Dina: Totally.
Arya: Our next target is the city of ERYUA. According to rumors, their guards are elites this time. There might even be people chasing after us now.
Dina: Elite guards are expected, but who's chasing us?
Arya: Earlier in the city, I overheard citizens talking about rumors of a group pretending to be Exone. They had been in the city of DERAJI for over a week, and two days ago they disappeared—burned along with the bar they hung out at.
Dina: So whoever is after us knows our next destination?
Arya: Most likely. Because the nearest city from TIZAR is MERAK, and the nearest from MERAK is ERYUA. If anything suspicious happens, just report it to me with the communicator, okay? Don't go alone.
Dina, Gamma: Okay, got it.
Arya: Tomorrow we head to ERYUA and begin right at nightfall. The journey takes three days, so pack up and get some sleep. And Gamma, we'll also be training during the trip.
Gamma: Training? For what?
Arya: You're our intel specialist. Even if you're not on the front lines, you still need basic combat skills to protect yourself. Your stealth ability is great, but it can still be tracked if someone has the SEARCH skill. Do you want to train?
Gamma: Yes, big bro. I'll train. Please teach me.
Arya: Good. If we train along the way, we'll reach ERYUA in seven days. Now sleep.
Arya, Dina, Gamma: Good night.
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In the city of TIZAR...
Mars: Tch, where the hell are they? So hard to track. Even if we know which city they were in, there are no rumors that match their descriptions. Two kids? What the hell is that? Who would even feel eager to fight some kids? Ugh, guess I'll just try heading to MERAK. Based on their direction, that's probably where they are.
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