By the way, Morgaine called that faintly trembling voice.
It seemed like one who is still in disbelief after getting their hands on what was impossible.
But Ryuk had had his Adventurer’s Device for close to 9–10 days now, and no calls from Morgaine or Aster or anyone old came in.
But now, they both suddenly called.
That was more than suspicious.
"What? Did you not like me giving a call after you went mute for two weeks?" Asteralaxia said, as Ryuk shook his head.
"No. It’s not that."
"I’m just... You know... wondering how you got it, just now. Like I’ve had the device for 9 days, and I’ve been busy doing some things after that, so I couldn’t come back to Grade B for your contracts."
"I thought I would do that today, since I just finished what I was doing."
"But then, wondering if you only just got my number recently, or you had it all this while?" he said, as Aster muttered a low "Oh" before replying.
"No, I didn’t have the number all this time. But I do have access to the Adventurer’s High Ranking Info Update Sheet."
"Literally an info sheet where the names of new High Ranking Adventurers are given to, of course, only the most organized powers on the planet. And when I saw it appear just 30 seconds ago..."
"I found a familiar name. Ryuk Knull."
"Along with your face, which was looking quite different, without those horns."
"Thought to give it a try, and who would have guessed—it was really you."
"You became an Adventurer. Why do I feel like I shouldn’t be surprised?"
"And you’re a B-Rank too, and according to your profile, making quite the massive waves."
"40 Gates closed, along with an Anomaly Gate, all done solo in the span of 9 days!?"
"What are you? Some Endearth Guardian?"
She said, laughing in disbelief as Ryuk chuckled a bit.
"I wouldn’t say that."
"But I can’t believe they released all that to the world... without my permission, too."
"No, not to the world. Just to very organized organizations. The top organizations on the hierarchies and the royalties of the Ten Families."
"And it’s usually done by the Adventurers’ Guild to secure outside missions for those Adventurers."
"You should be getting some calls soon from people who will be interested in giving you a mission. Afterall, you have one of the best profile records right now."
’Oh. The Royalties of the Ten Families, huh? Perhaps that’s how Morgaine knows. She might not recognize my face, but she might think to just give it a try,’ he thought.
But he responded to Aster quite swiftly.
"Nice to hear your voice, Aster. Especially after so long of me going... mute without saying a bye..." he said, as Aster remained silent for about three seconds before replying.
"Now that I see what you’re up to, I think it makes sense. You’re doing something important, irrespective of whether you said goodbye or not. That’s good."
"Glad you understand."
"Oh yes. Might as well use this opportunity to inform you."
"You might not know this, but there is a party that is observed after every Knull Invasion completion."
"Like a monument built and remembrance time for the fallen Endearthians that lost their lives, and an after-party to build connections and all that."
"It’s taking place three days from now, and this time, it’s on the Fallen Angels to host."
"The party will be in the Eclipsed Citadel, and the world definitely wants to see the one who made them avoid potentially losing thousands more lives to the Knulls."
"Also, I’ve released the news that you’re the Supreme Weave of the StarWeave Organization and resolved quite some important questions about you only coming out now and all that."
"Just... try to see me two days from now. I’ll catch you up on everything... if you’re interested in going, of course." Aster said, as Ryuk’s eyes flashed before he nodded.
"Well, I won’t be particularly busy so, I guess it’s fine..."
"Good. See you in two days, then. Bye for now."
"And um, hey Ryuk. You’ve been going quite hard on those Gates. Take some rest, okay?" she said, as Ryuk’s eyebrows furrowed, noticing the hint of concern and worry in her voice before he smiled and finally replied.
"Yes, Boss."
"See you in two days..."
"GIGGLEEE"
"Cheeky goof."
BEEP
BEEP
BEEP
The sound of beeping rang out as the phone disconnected, and Ryuk held onto it, hands tightening.
"The Eclipsed Citadel. Finally, a chance. If I go there, then I should see Morgaine..." Ryuk mused to himself as conflicting thoughts flickered inside his eyes, before he pressed it all down with a deep inhale.
"I just need to arrange a couple of things before then..." He voiced out, as he looked at his device, switching it open before he quickly navigated through a page.
Soon, a number was dialed, and the voice came in.
"Hello."
"You’ve reached the Nova Heaven Reality — a leading pioneer in interzone habitation and future-proof living. We have received your entry contact signal, and this is Aria speaking."
"How may we assist you in shaping your perfect world?"
"I want to offer 1.2 billion Star Coins for the Nova King-Build building situated at Grade C."
"Oh. We are aware of the current price of that building, as it’s been listed for 1.35 billion."
"I’m afraid, you will need—"
"1.2 billion, give or take?" Ryuk asked, cutting off the official bullshit as the voice on the other side went quiet for a while.
He heard murmurs underground before the voice came in.
"Deal!"
"According to the location, you seem to be in Grade A right now, close to the Adventurer’s Guild."
"A 812 Ultrafast Jet will be sent to the new location that will be sent to you in 10 seconds from now."
"Await our arrival in 5 minutes at most," the voice said as it was disconnected.
Ten seconds later, Ryuk received the port location, just a few kilometers away from where he was.
"Time to get a house secured..." Ryuk muttered to himself as he floated into the air before becoming a dot of light that quickly headed in the direction indicated on the map.
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