A short while after the minor commotion at the receptionist desk had subsided, I was still lounging casually near the counter, observing the interior of the Hunter Guild filled with dark creatures. Magical crystal lights hung from the high ceiling, casting long shadows across the neatly arranged stone floor. Whispers and glances from the hunters still drifted my way, but I didn't particularly care. My focus was only on the pouch of crystals I had just exchanged.
The dark elf who had replaced the vampire receptionist called out to me again. "Miss Sylvia," she said, her tone more polite and cautious now. "The calculation is complete."
I walked back to the desk, and she handed me a large pouch of gold and silver coins. The amount was fairly significant, but I wasn't interested in counting it right now. I was more intrigued by her calmer demeanor, though her eyes still held a hint of wariness.
