Apocalypse After
Where Chickens and Eagles Gather
About an hour later.
“This is your win V. It seems that this time I actually found a balanced opponent.”
Gerry sat in his place with a wry smile on his face. Although he had just gotten to know each other, from their bargain over the price, he felt like he was a match for Alexander. Moreover, even if the man said he lost, but did not lose at all.
Arguably, the deal they reached this time around was a win-win situation between the two of them. Absolutely no one was harmed.
“Don't be too greedy, Gery. If it works, it will be a long-term business. At that time, you can definitely smile widely because of the benefits you get.” Alexander replied casually.
“Then I will receive your kind words.” Gery lifted his cup, looking at Alexander with satisfaction.
“Cause. Even though we know each other, we are the same kind. As long as it is mutually beneficial and no one breaks the principle, everything will be fine,” Alexander said before sipping wine.
In the conversation, the two of them clearly knew each other. Especially Alexander. When talking to Gery, he was sure that the other party was the kind that believed ‘uang could even make the devil work’. That means, as long as their deal is profitable, Gery will work hard to fight for it.
Of course, Alexander was willing to make a good offer as well because of the reputation of the man in front of him.
Don't look at Gery as a drunk who likes to spend time with women. Compared to the untrustworthy sneaky people, that ‘romantis’ man is still classified as a good breed.
BRUISES!
Just then, the sound of heavy objects falling to the ground shocked the people who were drinking. Alexander who was talking to Gery seemed a little hesitant. Instead, Grey Jackal suddenly showed a cheerful smile on his face.
“Didn't you want to know the information and habits of the people in Shelter 11? In addition to the people on the white side who can be said directly, there are some things that are better if you see it,” Gery said in a playful tone.
“You mean?” alexander asked in a tone of doubt.
“Rather than explaining it, it would be better if you saw it for yourself. Follow me!” said Gery who stood up while carrying a bottle of wine.
“...”
Alexander said nothing. He also stood up and followed Gery. Not just the two of them, quite a number of people got up and walked up the front of the bar.
Arriving there, the men saw several people standing up shouting and pointing at each other.
In contrast to Shelter 13 where most people in the bar kept their composure, it seemed that this place was much more crowded. Not only did nothing break, many people were watching while adding oil. Make provocation so that the situation gets heated up.
“Cih! Though I want to make you see a good show,” said Gery in a dissatisfied tone.
“Are they going to fight here?” alexander asked flatly.
“It's not something worth watching. Both sides were apprentice hunters. One has just come to Shelter 11 and the other side has stayed quite a while,” Gery replied.
“It didn't answer my question.” Alexander glanced at Gery.
“Hey! They will certainly fight! Why is that kind of thing still being asked? It's just, it's a regular fight. They couldn't possibly dare to do a life-and-death fight.”
“The fight of life and death? In this place?” alexander asked with a puzzled expression behind his mask.
“Of course not here, man. Actually Shelter 11 has an underground battle arena. Usually people who have severe conflicts will settle their affairs there with the males. Fight to death like a knight!” gery said excitedly.
“Do not do everything personally?” mummy Alexander.
Hearing Alexander's words, Gery was stunned for a moment. Knowing that his partner is the type who likes to get things done in silence, he finally explained.
“Fight to death not only to resolve conflicts, but also to cultivate prestige. When it manages to defeat an opponent, its name will become more popular. Not only known people, but eventually also can be recognized by some strong people to accept the mission.
In the end, the life of the winner of that fight will improve.”
“...”
Hearing Gery's words, Alexander nodded silently. He understood the reason they were fighting. It felt like a gladiator in a story he had heard. The problem was, the young man did not agree too much.
Fighting to death just for popularity is stupid. At least that's what Alexander believed. Without needing to create unnecessary chaos, he was convinced that strength was the main thing.
Just like a beautiful diamond, it will even sparkle in a dirty and muddy place.
If it had incredible power, whether it was wealth or fame would definitely catch up with it. But that's not the most important thing.
‘After seeing it for myself, then I realized why humans never advance.’
According to what his grandfather or ancestor taught him, the enemy of man is a ferocious monster that rules the world today. However, humans fight with each other for personal gain.
Actually it's still understandable. The more important issue is .. they have no self-awareness and simply enjoy their current position. Living in an arid corner of the world and enjoying life on the edge of death.
‘I think Old Man is arrogant, it turns out it was just like he said. It seems like humanity can no longer be saved.’
Alexander shook his head. He had absolutely no intention of thinking about such a thing anymore. The young man had his own goal and his strength now could not reach that goal.
Take back the world? A random monster alone could easily kill him, so he did not have such a glorious dream.
“Is something wrong, V?” gery asked who saw Alexander just shut up.
“It's okay.” Alexander shook his head lightly.
“See! It seems more interesting than what we see,” said Gery in a hurry.
Unlike what Gery and most people think, it turns out everything goes more intensely. The two sides not only chided each other, but almost fought.
On one side, there was a young man around 25 years old. She has curly brown hair and green eyes. The man was tall and had a slightly dark complexion, but was also very thin.
On the other hand, it appeared the figure of a middle-aged man with a more muscular body. Her skin was darker, her hair was trimmed to the ground and left a pretty flashy blonde mustache. He was about 32 to 33 years old.
“Babies like you don't deserve to stay here, son! Go back to the low shelter where you came from! Helping others and acting like heroes? Stop being hypocritical!” shouted the bald man.
“My name is Samuel and I am not a baby like you said! What's wrong with having a dream? You, at such an age cannot be a genuine hunter but still oppress a little girl ... shame on you, Old Man!” shouted Samuel.
Hearing the old and useless word made the bald man angry. Both of these things became his pain point. He had fought as he could, but eventually ‘less lucky’ and could not break the hunter's boundary.
In short, the man was a man who was afraid of death so delayed his development and ended up like this.
“Fight! Then I challenge you to a duel to the death! Whoever wins will get what the loser has! Do you dare, boy?” yelled the man.
“...” Samuel was silent for a moment, looking full of doubt.
“If you don't dare, stop grumbling! This is no place for a baby like you!” yelled the man.
Samuel gnashed a tooth. After a moment of hesitation, he pointed towards the man's face then shouted, “Dare! Of course I dare to accept your challenge!”
Hearing Samuel's words, many people clapped their hands with excited expressions. Meanwhile, Gery muttered softly and Alexander happened to hear it.
“Fight to death because of the bar lady. That young man was really careless. This is by no means something worthy.”
Upon hearing the mutter, Alexander's gaze swept over Samuel's figure. He then noticed the woman behind the man. Seeing how sad the woman's ‘’ was, the young man shook his head.
“Hey V!” call Gery.
“What?” reply Alexander flat.
“Listen carefully to what I said. Remember the people I mentioned. They are all level 2 hunters and you should be aware of them. Start from there ..”
Gery began to inform Alexander. Introduce people who are quite famous in this place of drinking. In response, the young man continued to nod. He recalled the few people he had seen before and added more detailed information about them inside his head.
“You are quite careful, so there will be no problems. I hope you continue like that and don't act recklessly. Here, there were not only apprentice hunters, but also some strong people.
You could say, Golden Wheat is a place where chickens and eagles gather together.”
Mendengar penjelasan Gery, Alexander mengangguk ringan. Mengamati banyak magang hunter dan beberapa hunter level 2 yang tersembunyi, dia merasa kalau ucapan rekan bisnisnya cukup tepat.
‘Place of chickens and eagles gathered, huh? I think ...’
Alexander looked at Gery who was actually also a fairly powerful level 2 hunter but was covered in his popularity as an intermediary. With narrowed eyes, he once again nodded.
‘It is not wrong.’
>> Connect.
