Amber Sword

"Oh, I know that. Those annoying Demons, I’ve heard they’ve excavated the Titan Statue and surprisingly refuse to return it to the Silver Society," Tanaya nodded, "But since the time is so close, that’s good. As you said, Holy Relics all have their Will, if the young one from the Cadiloso family discovered it first, then its choice range would be among those connected to you; if not, it means it foresaw this meeting today between you and me, can you understand this—"

Brand certainly understood. The Elf Lady meant that if those around Brand couldn’t make it acknowledge them, it had already foreseen Tanaya taking it back to the Silver Alliance. He thought about it and found this approach quite viable. If the Holy Spear doesn’t belong to Erune, leaving it in this tiny Kingdom would only bring disaster to Erune.

But handing it over to the Silver Alliance is different, who would dare plot against the Bujia Wizards? Moreover, the Bujia would owe Erune a favor because of this.

It was undoubtedly a perfect solution.

Even Princess Griffine caught on to the hidden meaning within, though she was still skeptical about Brand and Tanaya’s conversation. Although it’s said to be the legendary Sky Blue Spear, isn’t it just an artifact, really that miraculous?

"But regardless of whether the Holy Spear stays in Erune, the Silver Society will receive news through you, right?" Brand asked again.

Tanaya thought for a moment and nodded, "Hmm, such a significant matter, there’s no way I wouldn’t report it." She glanced again at Brand, frowning, "How come you seem so familiar with our conduct?"

Brand smiled slightly, "Did you forget that I also studied the original runes?"

The Elf Lady realized, mortals rarely have the opportunity to learn Silver knowledge, if Brand’s learning came from mortal Wizards, at most he would only gain some crude Magic. So naturally, she inferred Brand’s knowledge descended from the Bujia and couldn’t help but ask, "Young one, who is your mentor?"

"I am a Highland Knight, did you forget? According to regulations, I cannot disclose it." Brand replied.

"You are a Highland Knight?" Tanaya was utterly entangled by Brand at this point, her delicate brows first straightened then furrowed, "Oh yes, that fool Darus is also a Highland Knight, I almost forgot. Well, let’s skip this question."

Brand chuckled secretly. The split between Black Tower Wizard and the Silver Society is a blemish on the Silver Alliance. Although the timeline is immensely distant, both sides have forgotten their ancient grudges, forming different heritages. Customarily, to avoid disputes, neither talks deeply about each other’s history, and Tanaya, who accepted Bujia heritage, is naturally no exception.

This allowed him to muddle through, so he continued, "So Lady Tanaya, you should acknowledge if the existence of the Sky Blue Spear becomes further known in Erune, what kind of situation would arise, right?"

Upon hearing this, Griffine perked her Elven pointed ears, evidently, this was the part Princess Griffine was most concerned about.

Tanaya put one leg down and then stood up from the podium. She hugged her arms with fingers supporting her chin in deep thought. Clearly, she understood what Brand meant, once the existence of the Sky Blue Spear in Erune spread, it would certainly attract covetous eyes.

Of course, dealing with insignificant figures would be easy for her. But the problem wasn’t limited to that, neither the Flame Temple nor the Wind Queen Temple are likely to pass up this opportunity.

She glanced at Brand, calmly asking, "Being able to say that, you must be very assured, right?"

"This is precisely the content of our transaction." Brand had indeed planned this beforehand, ever since he discovered the Elf Lady’s identity, otherwise, he wouldn’t have disclosed these matters.

"Let’s hear it."

"In the first case, if the Sky Blue Spear is sent to Bujia, naturally there’s no problem. But you must declare the Sky Blue Spear is indeed in your hands, without causing trouble for Erune, is that acceptable?" Brand asked.

He glanced at the Princess, the Half-Elf Girl nodded at him in support.

"Certainly not, that’s fair." Tanaya thought for a moment, "And as elder, I need not take advantage of you, I will also provide you compensation."

Brand smiled and didn’t refute, "Then in the second case, how about I rent the Sky Blue Spear to you?"

"Ah." He immediately heard a gentle gasp from the Princess.

And Tanaya’s eyes lit up instantly.

"You are truly sly!" The Elf Lady couldn’t help but praise, then said to the Half-Elf Girl, "Griffine, where did you find this fellow, in my opinion, you’d better tie him up quickly."

"Aunt Tanaya..." Princess Griffine was somewhat helpless, yet also curious, "What’s so worthy of your praise?"

"I didn’t praise him," Tanaya answered indignantly, "The Silver Society’s interest in the Sky Blue Spear is only for research, as you know, the Silver People’s interest in ordinary things wanes over their long lives, only Ancient secrets captivate us. Hence, we wouldn’t possess this spear. That fellow is betting on this fact when renting it to us. Saying it’s renting, yet it’s letting Bujia take the fall for Erune—"

"And speaking of renting," suddenly Tanaya stared at Brand, "You wouldn’t want rent from us, would you?"

"Isn’t that justified?" Brand asked. "Moreover, this is just one part of the transaction. Before that, we agreed to take you to find the Sky Blue Spear. Aunt Tanaya, shouldn’t you pay for this too?" He replied.

The Elf Lady felt she had encountered the most heartless merchant she’s ever come across. Of course, she didn’t know such merchants are called players. She glared at Brand, but heard Princess Griffine laugh, "What Brand says is reasonable, isn’t it, Aunt Tanaya."

"Of course you think he’s reasonable," the Elf Lady snorted, "But it doesn’t matter, overall I still gain the upper hand. Tell me, what do you want?" (To be continued. If you like this work, welcome to Qidian (qidian.com) to vote for recommendation and monthly tickets, your support is my greatest motivation.)