Witch, Fireball and the Evil God of Steam-Chapter 774 - 128: Rat Infestation

Other Shore sheathed the sword, casually flicked her single ponytail, then bent down to pick up the packed lunch. She decided to purchase an airship ticket tonight, as there was no convenient Teleportation Magic in this world, meaning she would have to spend three days on the airship.

Even though it was unclear what happened to the Sword of Oath and Victory, it seemed still usable, which put her at ease.

Besides indulging in a lot of food and drink for the entire day, Other Shore also paid attention to this place that almost seemed like it was made from the same mold as the Empire.

The downside of advanced technology was that the Path Faiths were nearly castrated; Gear City had no Astrology Guilds or cathedrals, and she didn't see clergy preaching on the streets. Compared to the Transcendent power brought by the Paths, people here trusted fire guns and various technological creations more.

The Hero and his companions were among the very few Transcendents acknowledged by the royal certification.

Moreover, Transcendent power was strictly controlled by the monarchy; during the reign of Henry III, specific laws targeting Transcendents were enacted, prohibiting private duels between Transcendents within the Empire. If a Transcendent caused casualties in a private duel, the Empire would impose the death penalty on the perpetrator according to the law.

Only the Hero Squad was an exception.

The royal certification granted them discretionary power.

After a series of laws were enacted, a large number of Transcendents left the Empire, gradually leading to the current decline of Transcendents, a stark contrast to where Other Shore lived — there, High-tier Transcendents of any Path could gain respect from local people in any city, and local administrators would even prefer to offer them incentives to stay.

"Miss Other Shore."

Just after leaving the Security Office, someone blocked her path.

The visitor was dressed very properly, in a well-fitted tailcoat, looking like a butler from a noble mansion. "The Great Summoner Haitia has heard of your deeds in Riverside Town and specifically invites you to her home as a guest."

Upon hearing this, the girl rescued by Other Shore hid behind her.

"What's the matter, Lisi?"

This was the young girl's name, which was very common in the Empire's rural towns.

After taking a bath and dressing up at the hotel, Lisi's complexion improved, gradually revealing the vitality typical of a young girl her age.

"I feel... a bit uneasy."

Lisi said timidly.

Haitia's invitation stirred her traumatic memories.

Riverside Town was originally a peaceful and harmonious town until the Hero and his companions arrived. From that day on, their lives underwent drastic changes. Her parents ran a hotel in the town and warmly welcomed the Hero and his companions.

But they never imagined that one day, the Imperial Army wielding gun blades would storm into their hotel, stabbing their gun blades into her parents' hearts. Before the disaster, they hid her in the wardrobe, allowing her to avoid the Imperial Army's search.

"Don't be afraid."

Other Shore patted Lisi's shoulder. Out of courtesy and for the smooth progress of her subsequent journey, she agreed to the butler's invitation.

Even before accepting the invitation, she had already gathered a lot of information about Haitia.

After all, as a hero who defeated the Demon King and also because Haitia was a native of Gear City, the people in the streets and alleys were talking about their hero. Other Shore could even meet nine residents discussing Haitia while waiting for barbecue to be served, having obviously also seen the morning interviews, firmly believing Haitia would create a better tomorrow for them.

Haitia was born into a noble family and from a young age developed a strong interest in becoming a Summoner. She had open-minded parents who, to satisfy Haitia's hobbies, hired a renowned Summoner as her teacher, and Haitia soon showcased her talent.

It is said that she surpassed her teacher just as she came of age and was awarded the High-tier Summoner's medal by the Summoner Association. Afterward, due to an incident involving the Demon King, the young Haitia encountered the Hero Solan, who had just started his journey, and together they cleansed the land of the Demon King's plagues. She then accepted the Hero's invitation to become a member of that great squad.

These are some interesting stories about Haitia; indeed, related publishers are currently compiling the biography of the Great Summoner Haitia.

A living legend still in her prime.

This is the general opinion of Gear City residents about her.

Before long, under the butler's guidance, Other Shore entered Haitia's mansion located in the most prosperous district of Gear City. It was easy to see that Haitia was a woman with a keen sense of life; she had carefully cultivated many plants in the garden of her mansion, and the scent of flowers was refreshing as one approached.

The maids had already prepared fruit tea for the guests.

"All of these were personally planted by Lady Haitia."

The maid explained with a smile to the two.

Lisi seemed very wary; despite the alluring aroma of the fruit tea, she quietly lowered her head, avoiding looking at her cup.

Other Shore's gaze lingered on the teacup for only half a second before she abandoned the idea of tasting tea.

From the porch came the soft sound of footsteps, and she saw Haitia herself, still in the bubble skirt she wore during the interview, with an agreeable countenance that seemed forever stuck at the age of 18.