Extra Pages: The Author's Odyssey
Chapter 186: Grace Guild

I was standing at Nova station... Alone.

After small talk with Yato, I left Nova Academy and headed toward the train station. When I reached there I found myself alone. There was no one else from my class aside from a few citizens, then I remembered that everyone was filthy rich in my class.

So they must have used the teleportation gate. Well, I can used to it since I have money now that would be a waste of money.

And also I like to scenery that I get from the train window.

So anyway, the main point is that I will reach my city within 2 hours by train speed.

I can wait 2 hours.

at that moment, my phone suddenly rang breaking my chain of thoughts.

'Who might it be?'

Very few people ever called me. Looking at the screen, I suddenly felt a bit cold.

Why?

Because the call was from Sia, Sia the vice leader of [ SS- ] rank Eldoria Grace Guild.

'What?! Why… why is she calling me?!'

I hesitated for a couple of moments, then answered the call:

"Uh… yes? Miss Sia?"

The voice, as relaxed as ever, came out of the speaker:

"Oh, hey there, cadet Lucas. How are you?"

'What does she want?'

"I'm fine but why did you call?"

"Nothing I wanted to check things with you, I heard about what happened at Silva City."

'So this is what about it!'

I let out a small relief of sigh, I thought that she might know that I was on vacation and using one of her three favour right now.

"I'm fine, everything is okay, Miss Sia."

"I see, that's good now I won't feel bad."

What? Did I fall into her trap by saying I'm fine? Oh, shit!.

"So are you free now?" Sai asked from the other side of the phone.

I have to do something fast!

"what do you mean Miss Sia? How can I have time? I was about to head to my class."

"Don't lie to me, cadet Lucas, I know that you just get a two-week vacation."

Looks like there are no running from this.

"Yeah, you are right Miss Sia," I said in a defeated tone, hearing my voice Sia let out a small chuckle.

"I know it, so anyway, Are you free right now?"

"I'm at the train station and was about to head towards my home."

"You can go home later but first come Eldoria."

"Why?"

"Why you ask? Because I'm going to let you see how an [SS-] ranked guild works."

So this is what about, I can't believe she hasn't given up on me by now, She still wants me to join Grace Guild.

But I don't want to do any work now! All I want is to go home and eat some homemade food.

"But-"

"Don't forget you owe me 3 times and I'm using my first chance here."

Before I could say anything, she cut me off as she reminded me of our deal.

"So take the teleportation gate and come to Eldoria, Fast."

-Tak!

Saying that she cut off the phone.

"Looks like I have to postpone going home for a few more hours," I muttered to myself and headed toward near Teleportation gate.

"Hello, I would like to go to Eldoria," I said to the female Portal worker.

"the fees would be a total of 5 million C."

I sighed slid my bank card across the machine and gave 5 million C to Portal worker.

Not everyone likes to spend 5 million to use the portal and I also don't like it but the situation is different for me now.

"Thank you," I said to her as I took back my bank card.

"Yes, have a safe trip, Cadet Lucas DarkHeart."

The female Portal worker had even memorized my name.

With a bitter smile, I walked into the Portal.

***

A strange but familiar feeling enveloped my body, but only for a moment.

In the blink of an eye, the surrounding scenery changed to an unfamiliar place. It was Eldoria Portal Station, a futuristic blend of vibrant blue and sleek grey. The station had a modern and advanced feel to it, with holographic signs and bustling activity.

Large screens displayed information about various destinations.

"Can't believe I came here again," I said to myself with a nostalgic voice, after all this is where the first incident happened in the novel.

I started to walk exit of Marin Lines station and soon enough I was out of the station.

"Ah, there you are."

It was at that moment that a charming voice and scent flowed towards me. Just by hearing the voice, I could tell who it was.

The owner of the voice then walked over and stood in front of me.

It was Sia Talen the [S+] rank hero and vice guild master of Grace guild.

"Lucas DarkHeart, right on time as expected," Sia greeted with a confident smile, her teal eyes gleaming with a mix of amusement and curiosity.

"I didn't have much of a choice," I replied, matching her with a forced smile.

Sia chuckled, seemingly enjoying my discomfort. "Let's not waste time. Follow me, and I'll give you a glimpse of Eldoria Grace Guild."

We navigated through the bustling Eldoria city, and soon the towering structure of the Grace Guild came into view. The guild's headquarters was an impressive building, adorned with intricate designs and guarded by statuesque warriors.

As we entered, I couldn't help but feel a sense of awe at the grandeur of the place. The interior was vast, with bustling activity and various sections dedicated to different purposes.

Sia led me through the guild, explaining the different facilities and introducing me to key members. The place was like a small city within itself, with training grounds, enchanting workshops, and even a library filled with ancient texts.

"Now, Lucas, let me show you the heart of our guild," Sia said as we approached a majestic door with the guild's emblem engraved on it.

Beyond the door was the guild's assembly hall, a space that could accommodate hundreds of guild members. The atmosphere inside was charged with energy, and a large holographic screen at the front displayed various missions and updates.

"This is where strategies are devised, important announcements are made, and guild matters are discussed," Sia explained, her voice resonating through the hall.

As we walked through, I couldn't help but notice the gazes of some guild members directed at me.