Chapter 10: Human Trading Village

Myru looked at the land and wondered. " A magic circle?"

Stone of eternal misfortune quickly replied. [This is not a magic circle, magic cannot be used here.]

Myru thought, whatever it was he couldn't find the answer. Stone of misfortune released its radiance again, this time the light traveled towards the center of the circle, moving there. [Myru, come quickly!]

Myru's feet stepped lightly there. right in the center of the circle, there was a painting of three triangles that twisted and shaped like a center. With the help of the Stone of Eternal Misfortune, Myru sat cross-legged right between the triangular images...

[I need a lot of energy but... I'm sure with this we can get out of here!]

"Are you sure we can make it out?"

[Of course! I've slept for thousands of years, meaning my power is even greater than that of the dragons! But I'm a bit worried because I'm not too familiar with the outer world].

Well, of course, I'm not so surprised if there are Dragons in this world however, that's not important right now. It would be dangerous if the Stone of Misfortune sent Myru out and ended up falling at the enemy's place or in the middle of the sea. Myru didn't want to take the risk.

[Don't underestimate me!] Stone seemed to feel annoyed by the troubled expression made by me just now.

The stone seemed to be so confident.

Well, I have no choice anyway.

If the plot were to continue following the story in the novel, there would be a high possibility that Myru would fall to a place not too far away. He just hoped that he could return to his residence mansion alone but it felt rather impossible. Moreover, as said by Stone of misfortune, he didn't know the world outside this abyss at all. The stone was like a child who was confined forever in a shell and suddenly wanted to go for a walk.

In fact, Myru, who had read this novel as Arditian, knew more about this world than the stone that had slept for thousands of years.

[I'm done! Now I'll send you!]

Is it done?

Each of the graffiti shone brightly as if a lamp was placed beneath it, the graffiti was so dazzling. It started as a triangle, then spread to all sides and filled the entire circle. Just like the illustrated manga Arditian read when the witch cast a spell over the magic circle.

A bright blue color mixed with shimmering appeared. It felt like Myru was in a different place with a different atmosphere.

His legs felt lighter and he was unable to step his feet towards the ground. In the comforting glare, he could hear the voice of the Stone of eternal misfortune whispering in his head.

[Don't worry, I won't put you in danger.]

Let's just have faith in the stone for now.

Myru opened his eyes, he then used both hands to lift his sleeping body. This place is dark, as there are no lights around.

Lifting my face, I realized there was a stone bridge right above this body to avoid the rain and wind.

I stood up and looked around.

[Myru, there are stairs nearby, let's go up and ask for help.]

It looks like Stone is still stuck to me. Well, he's right, I should go out and at least see where I am at the moment.

I held onto the wooden ladder that was located against the path up there. One by one, my feet climbed up to get to the top. My chest felt heavy once I was at the top so I needed to take a deep breath.

This body was so weak.

Taking a breath once, I tried to go around the small streets connected by the previous stone bridge. many tall buildings were made but looked a bit dirty. In addition, many small streets spread out as I try to go deeper. One thing is for sure, this place doesn't look like a safe place.

Whenever people are passing by they look like they are drunk and have big bodies and sharp weapons in hand. This place also doesn't seem to be part of the town as there isn't a single guard there.

"Shit."

Myru glanced to the side as two large men had just passed by and did not notice him. His ears then heard the sound of conversation between the two men and then decided to follow them to investigate.

"This month has been lucky." said one of them.

The other held a drink in his hand and laughed. "You're right, we didn't think we'd get so much bonus just by bringing those useless people over."

"I got about a bag last month, how much did you get?"

"Only one bag? haha! You should kidnap more people. I got about two bags last month!"

The two then approached a wooden vehicle with a cover. They threw their drink bottles around and then went to talk further ahead. The two were not facing Myru's direction so Myru tried to look inside the wooden carriage.

Myru's hand opened the cloth cover of the vehicle and clucked softly, especially after she saw some iron ropes inside.

Myru backed away slowly.

'Damn, slavery? hey Stone... you're not putting me in danger are you?'

[Of course! I've considered this, but this place won't harm you! Trust me!]

Believe it or not, he was currently in a place or perhaps worse a headquarters where slavery was taking place.

They used food seasoning as a diversion and hid their victims in there. Although Myru was a bit surprised that the diversion they used was an expensive seasoning in the market. Those bastards must have made a lot of money.

Whatever it is, let's get out of here first.

Myru took some of the seasoning to make provisions with the thought that he needed time to return to his place. Until his nose wrinkled as he put the peppercorns into his small bag, Stone of Eternal Misfortune exclaimed in panic as Myru held his nose.

[Myru gasp! Don't make a sound!]

"..."

[Nice, hold it...]

"..." 

"..."

Sorry but... the smell of pepper entered Myru's nose quickly making it itchy and unable to resist opening his mouth.

[Akh Myru! I told you not to make a sound!}

"HACHIH"

"HUH WHO IS IT?"

"An intruder? Ah, he's close, Hey you!"

Myru ran as fast as she could while continuing to hide from them, though it seemed like her running had already been caught by the chasing sounds of the two big guys going in the same direction it seemed.

[Stupid Myru! Why are you even making a noise?!]