Chapter 11: The Lone Mercenary: “Lone Wolf” Axi
Although Teresa was quite surprised by Airael’s actions, her good professional ethics quickly brought her back to reality. Looking at Airael, she said, “Lady Ailia, I can tell you a bit about him, but it’s just a bit.”
“Mm!”
Airael nodded gently, indicating that she was fine with that; a little information was better than none.
Seeing this, Teresa smiled and said, “The person who just went downstairs is a legendary figure in our mercenary circles over the past few years.”
Hank’s expression suddenly lit up at Teresa’s words, clearly having put the pieces together in his mind.
However, he did not interrupt Teresa.
Continuing, Teresa addressed Airael, “His name is Axi! He is a lone mercenary! But don’t underestimate him because he works alone; he holds the title of ‘Lone Wolf.’ Though he’s by himself, his strength surpasses that of many mercenary groups.”
At this point, Teresa stopped, knowing she had shared all she could.
Airael understood that was about all the information Teresa could provide.
A lone mercenary, Lone Wolf, Axi!
Airael quietly repeated the information in her mind.
“How much does it cost?”
Once she had memorized it, Airael asked Teresa.
“No need to pay.”
Teresa replied with a smile, “This information isn’t classified. If you look into it, you can easily find it. Also, Lady Ailia, if you want to know more about him, you could visit some professionals. With these gold coins, I believe you’ll find a satisfying answer.”
Airael twitched her lips.
She naturally caught the implication in Teresa’s words.
It meant she should seek out those who make a living selling all sorts of information to buy intel on this Axi.
Although it was a bit of a hassle, Airael had no intention of disrupting the established rules.
If Teresa were to reveal more sensitive information for money, it would be like taking food out of someone else’s mouth.
Those who could gather various informants and dared to sell inside knowledge were certainly not to be trifled with.
So, Teresa also didn’t want to provoke them.
Nonetheless, Teresa had pointed her in the right direction, helping her out.
“Thank you!”
After expressing her gratitude, Airael turned and walked away.
Hank gave Teresa a slight smile and hurried to follow her.
As Teresa watched the two leave one after the other, her smile gradually faded as she began to tidy up.
Airael and Hank returned to the first floor, where several mercenaries were already drinking.
The tavern’s atmosphere returned to what it was when Airael and the others arrived.
Seeing Airael and Hank, the mercenaries quickly halted their drinking and speaking and called out, “Lady Ailia, Captain!”
“Keep drinking! Have fun! If it’s not enough, just put it on my tab.”
“Sure!”
The mercenaries erupted in cheers.
Then they returned to their drinking, clearly intent on getting Hank completely smashed.
Next, Airael and Hank stepped outside the tavern.
“Captain Hank, you must know where those informants are, right?”
Airael stated confidently.
“I know where, but those places might not be suitable for you, Lady Ailia.”
“Where are they?”
…
Looking at the establishment in front of her, Airael’s expression beneath her Magic Cloak was extremely complex as she waited for Hank to come out.
This place was pretty much a man’s paradise.
But it wasn’t so friendly for women.
Thinking back to a long time ago, when she was also one of the men in another world, Airael could only feel helpless.
There was nothing she could do; after all, this time around, she was female!
Even though she was no longer human, she still resembled a person pretty closely as an elf.
However, standing outside such a place, Airael didn’t feel embarrassed.
Thanks to the Magic Cloak, the people around her almost unconsciously overlooked her presence.
Even if someone glanced at her, they would quickly look away, as if she didn’t exist at all.
Yet, even if Airael didn’t feel embarrassed, she was quite anxious waiting outside.
She feared that even if the informants wanted to sell her information, they wouldn’t have much to offer.
According to Teresa, this young mercenary named Axi was a lone wolf.
This would make acquiring information somewhat challenging.
As she anxiously waited, Hank finally emerged after concluding his transactions.
As he stepped out, he scanned the area but surprisingly didn’t notice Airael at first.
Upon seeing this, Airael twitched her lips, weakened the effect of the Magic Cloak, and called out to Hank, “Captain Hank, I’m over here!”
Realizing Airael was there, Hank hurried over and said, “Lady Ailia, so you were here!”
Airael nodded lightly and asked, “Did you manage to buy anything?”
“I did! Everything they knew, I got it all.”
As he spoke, Hank handed Airael a document pouch.
Airael raised her hand to take the pouch.
Then, the two walked and talked.
Hank: “Aside from this, they also provided some extra information.”
Airael: “What information?”
Hank: “He’s currently staying at the Traveler’s Inn in town.”
Airael: “Looks like they made quite a bit of money off us.”
Hank chuckled and replied, “That’s just how those folks are, but they’re the only ones who can meet our needs.”
Airael: “How much is left?”
Hank: “We still have twenty gold coins left!”
Airael nodded lightly, saying nothing more.
To her, the price wasn’t really an issue; as long as she could obtain the information she wanted, that was all that mattered.
If anyone dared to mess with her regarding intel, they wouldn’t be seeing her polite side!
Speaking of which, in this human-dominated land, she was also something of a lone wolf, without many ties.
She could easily change locations; no matter how large their influence or how many experts they had, they wouldn’t be able to grasp her for a while.
As they conversed, they arrived at a deserted alleyway.
Airael leaned against the wall, took off the hood from her head, and began to peruse the documents about Axi inside the pouch, seemingly oblivious to her surroundings.
Hank stared at Airael’s stunning beauty revealed under the hood, momentarily frozen in awe.
He and his subordinates had often fantasized about what Airael might look like beneath her hood. They had even unkindly speculated that she might be a hideous monster, which was why she concealed her appearance.
However, seeing her now, Hank’s mind was completely stunned by her breathtaking beauty.
