The Herb King

Skylar and Kathlyn arrived at the mansion. They didn't know that they were being followed by a group of scouts led by Serge. It was a good thing that the bandits has no plans to attack or it would have been dangerous for them. Even if Reed was with them, he might not be able to protect the two if the bandits attack at the same time.

The two immediately summoned the butler and the head maid of the mansion. These two figures were also elites of the Reynolds Household and their authority was only beneath that of Reed.

"We came back under the orders of Miss Samira. We need a dozen single women between the ages of 18-25. Their services will be needed for Ae- Sir Aethelwolf's clinic." Skylar said as he looked at the butler and the head maid.

The butler and the head maid both knew who Aethelwolf was. He was a Level 4 Alchemist that managed to cure their Lord, Julius! After hearing that he needs workers, the two immediately called their subordinates and let Skylar and Kathlyn choose among them.

There were about thirty women standing in front of Skylar and Kathlyn. They nervously stared at the two not knowing what was going on. They received the call from the head maid and the butler, but they had no idea why they were suddenly summoned.

"Relax. The reason why we called you guys is for an important matter. Sir Aethelwolf's clinic has already been completed and he will be opening it tomorrow. He needs twelve people to help him manage the clinic and we will choose among you guys." Skylar's words made the eyes of the ladies light up with excitement.

Aethelwolf was an honored guest of the mansion. He was a successful man with great power and abilities. Working for him would certainly bring them a lot of benefits.

After almost an hour of time, Skylar and Kathlyn finally decided on the twelve ladies that they would bring.

"For the chosen twelve, pack your things. We will go to the clinic right away." Skylar said as she looked at the skies. It was almost midnight, but they should be able to go back to the clinic on time.

"Yes, Miss Skylar!" The twelve chosen ladies were excited at the thought of working for Aethelwolf. They then went back to their rooms to pack some clothes.

After less than thirty minutes, the twelve ladies came back. Skylar and Kathlyn then used another carriage to fit all of them.

***

Serge suddenly frowned when he noticed that an additional carriage was following Samira's carriage. He wondered who are inside and what are they up to.

"I want five of you to come with me. The others stay here to observe the mansion." Serge led five subordinates to tail the two carriages.

It was the middle of the night so they weren't afraid that they would be discovered.

"Boss Serge, how about we take action now?" One bandit suggested with a malicious look.

Serge shook his head and rejected the suggestion right away. "We can't. Samira isn't inside the carriages and Boss Gustavo didn't tell us to do anything drastic. Our only mission is to monitor their movements."

"Isn't our main goal to capture that girl Samira? If we manage to get our hands on her two maids, we would have the chance to make an exchange with her. When that time comes, we will strike immediately." The bandit viciously said.

Serge furrowed his eyebrows while looking at the bandit. "Are you an idiot?! If we do what you said, the Reynolds Household would definitely be alerted. They would send more elites to protect Samira and it would become harder for us. Not to mention that the security here in Dominion District has become tighter because of the battle event. Can you just shut up and do what you're told to do?!"

The bandit awkwardly chuckled upon hearing his leader's words.

Serge was also unsure about the thoughts of Boss Gustavo. He only followed the missions given to him.

Suddenly, the ring on his middle finger lit up. This ring is a communication device that they use and all his subordinates have one with them. It was an item that came from the higher-ups of the Ford Empire. There was nothing similar that exists in the market and only the elites of the Ford Empire has possession of them. Since they were on a special mission, Boss Gustavo handed one to him and his subordinates.

"Who is this?" Serge asked in a low voice.

"Boss, I'm here to report about the battle event."

"Oh? Tell me the details." Serge's eyes shone with expectations. Their bandit group sent their most reliable young talents to join the event and Boss Gustavo even had high hopes for them.

"There are only a hundred participants left and the four people we sent are among them. The continuation of the event will be held the day after tomorrow. One more thing... We are now following the carriage of Julius, but we don't dare to go closer to them. They would be back in the mansion in less than an hour."

Serge smiled widely when he heard the report. The four young warriors didn't disappoint him. Once they become part of the top fifty, half of their mission would be completed. "Alright. Good job. Stop following Julius for now. The old man had already recovered and you guys might be in danger if he discovers you. Retreat first."

"Yes, boss!"

Serge disconnected the call. He then chuckled as he stared at the two carriages ahead of them. "Once the battle event is over, we can finally go back to the base..." He muttered.

His subordinates were thrilled upon hearing his words. They have been out for many days and the constant monitoring and observations they did in the last few days were already making them sick. The thought of finally having to rest made these men feel elated.