Apocalypse After

Talking Business

Three days later, at Alexander's temporary residence.

Alexander who had just returned home dropped into his chair. The man looked at the ceiling while muttering softly.

“Freely only. Renting a store in this place was many times more difficult than a high-level shelter. In the corner of an inconspicuous place can be rented, but the price is outrageous and not worth fighting for.”

Hearing Alexander grumbling softly, Daisy shook her head. He approached the man with a glass of water, then said, “Thank you for your hard work, Mr.”

“Thank you Daisy.”

Alexander took a glass of water and drank it. After returning the glass to Daisy, she leaned back in her chair while closing her eyes.

“Is there progress, Al? How about we help?” asked Aurora who was taking care of her weapon.

“No need.” Alexander shook his head. “As I said before, you guys just need to do the task as per our agreement.”

The deal Alexander was referring to was their training target. Before the end of the year, she wants Jane and Nene to be level 1 hunters. Aurora had now drunk five potions, and she was also expected to break through level 3 before the end of the year. As for Daisy and Aster, Alexander made a different plan to break through level 2 in one and a half to two years.

Of course Alexander hoped to soon break through level 4, only, the materials needed were extremely rare. That was why most large families did not have a level 4 hunter, as ingredients were hard to come by.

Aurora is very different. The reason why she was able to continue advancing without interruption, at least until level 3 was because the woman had already emptied her own family warehouse. Something natural (it can level up quickly), but it is also outrageous to have to sacrifice many lives.

“Omong-by the way, I have also gathered some important information. Especially about the power order of the big families in Shelter 1. Of the many families, there are five large families that really need to be considered.

Of course, first was the ruler of the Blood Cross who could be considered the royal family, the Rosewald Family. His family emblem is a rose in the middle of a crossed sword. I won't say much, but it seems the family is in trouble.

Second, there is the Chivelm Family. The family symbol is a spider, you have to pay attention to it. The family is said to be very powerful because it has control over the military in Shelter 1. In fact, his army was more numerous than the Rosewald Family.

(Chivelm's name was inspired by Brachipelma and slightly edited. Brachipelma is a specific type of tarantula family from Mexico, and many species. Can also be maintained.)

Third, there is the Ervens Family. The family emblem is a snake wrapped around a trident. They were considered number three because the men had a large number of troops and served in civil affairs. Most of them were arrogant, but not all of them were like that.

(As you might expect, the name Ervens was inspired by the Serpents and slightly edited. If you want to maintain the type of snake, it is recommended that it is less venomous.)

Fourth, there is the Rubruzen Family. The red crystal family emblem is inverted triangle shape. They were considered to be a large family in charge of half of District 4. It seemed that those people had a good relationship with the free hunters.

Fifth, there is the Nigruzen Family. Coat of arms of black crystal rhombus-shaped. Just like Rubruzen, they were in charge of half of District 4. The men had good relations with the refugees in District 5, and were rumored to be quite close to some dark organizations.

Of course, there are some other families that are quite famous. But these five families are the surnames we are most aware of. As for the dark organization, I'm sending people to search for the information.”

Upon hearing Alexander's remark, the expressions of the five women turned even more solemn. Although the extended family was troublesome, according to them, Alexander should not have had much restraint. Arguably, the man was still convinced to escape from the five great families.

The five women knew, now they were only hindering Alexander. Although the man said that everyone has a task and many benefits if working together, but he did not say the benefits of working alone.

Seeing Alexander who looked indifferent and somewhat lazy as usual, the five women became even more determined. They wanted to become stronger, at least in order not to become a burden to the group!

Not knowing what the five women were thinking, Alexander closed his eyes while trying to find a solution.

‘Huh ... It looks like I really should contact Damian again.’

***

“So that's it. I really need your help, Mr. Damian.”

Alexander sat opposite Damian, speaking with a sincere smile on his face. However, Damian's expression looked serious in knowing who exactly the man was cheerful, handsome, and considered weak because he liked to eat soft rice (depending on the woman).

Damian did not answer. He obviously did not want to agree to such a thing. However, the man did not reject her directly either. Damian stroked his chin, staring right into Alexander's eyes before asking.

“This is something heavy, Mr. Faust. Although it can do it, but it is very troublesome. Besides ...” Damian's eyes narrowed. “What is the advantage for me? Don't you still owe me a promise?”

“Of course, the promise is still there. In addition, you will not be harmed.”

After saying that, Alexander put a few bottles of potions on the table. The bottles were certainly not made of glass, but pottery. So it needs to be opened to see the contents.

“As a representative of the Ervens Family, you should be able to tell the difference,” Alexander added.

Damian looked at Alexander. After that, the man opened the bottle. He sniffed one after another of the potions, even slightly pouring them into the hands. Looking at the color of the potion and the aroma, an expression full of surprise appeared on Damian's face.

“Although not perfect quality, this is a very good quality herb. You can still make potions like this?” ask Damian curiously.

“Of course. Otherwise, why would I bother trying to open a shop? Is not the trader concerned with profits? I don't open a store for fun.

If you help me, of course I will remember this help. Instead, I will help purify the potion for free for you. Of course, only low level.

For every ten sets, you can get eight. Seven potions for free. So you can purify twenty-one herbs with 30 sets of ingredients.”

Hearing Alexander's explanation, Damian's eyes narrowed.

‘High purity herb success rate 80%? Very remarkable? Looks like he also tried to get a little profit.’

Damian smiles. After a while, he replied, “Too little, not worth the Ervens Family business at all. At least for me to get more benefits, from 20 sets of ingredients, get 15 potions. In addition, because of the three types, it means 60 sets of materials and become 45 potions.”

“Ugh!”

Alexander's expression changed. The man looked down, seemingly taking things into account. Damian waited patiently.

“You're bluffing too much, Mr. Damian. It seems my schedule is going to be getting busy. Think of it as the price of our friendship,” said Alexander with a reluctant expression.

Damian smiled kindly. He reached out his hand as he said, “It's good to be friends with you, Mr. Faust.”

Alexander took a long breath. He shook Damian's hand while complaining.

“Because we are friends, then there is no need to be too polite. Just call me Faust.”

Hearing that, Damian nodded with a satisfied expression. Not only did he gain a powerful friend, this time it seemed that he had truly benefited. Least ...

That's what the man thought.

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