Chapter 116: The Ties That Bind
The morning sun cast a bright, warm glow over the rebuilding streets of Bastion Seven.
Nyx Vespera and Lucien Vaelmont walked side by side through the busy merchant district. They were both dressed in normal, stylish civilian clothes, completely blending in with the crowds.
They had trained and fought together for months. There was no awkward tension between them.
"We have the daily commodities and the travel rations," Lucien said, checking the parchment list Draven had handed them earlier.
"We just need to grab the high-grade mana potions and the regional maps," Nyx replied smoothly.
CLINK!
Nyx tossed a small bag of credits onto the counter of a nearby alchemy stall. The merchant quickly packed a wooden crate full of glowing blue vials. Lucien effortlessly picked up the heavy crate and put it in his inventory.
"That is the last of it," Nyx said, brushing her dark hair behind her ear.
