Red Stone City, inside the City Lord's office.
Nova was buried in a pile of documents, working overtime to handle official duties.
After rescuing the Duke's Daughter, Duke Alama didn't go back on his word and indeed gave them a city.
And not just any city, but one located on a major trade route with a rather prosperous business scene.
Though only the management rights of the city were transferred to them, and not a noble title.
Nevertheless, it was quite a generous reward. Besides a small amount of regular monthly tax, all the surplus generated from managing the city could go into their own pockets.
This was much faster money than risking their lives as adventurers.
As for whether it was easy or not?
If you ask Night Owl or Ivan, they'd definitely say it's easy.
But ask Nova and it's a different story...
Bang—
Another stack of files was placed in front of the desk by Gall.
With dark circles under his eyes, Nova looked up and asked, "What is this, again?"
