Chapter 211: The Wandering Merchant (4)
Ketal had heard rumors before—whispers that the Wandering Merchants would sometimes issue quests. However, such events were extraordinarily rare, said to occur maybe once or twice a year at most, and only ever for the strongest of the strong across the continent. That made it all the more astonishing to witness it firsthand. Right before his eyes, it was happening now.
Milayna’s face was full of disbelief. She looked at Ketal, then at the Merchant, and back again, as if struggling to process the reality unfolding before her.
The Wandering Merchant’s voice echoed, the familiar resonance of their peculiar speech hanging in the air.
“Will you accept...?”
Ketal responded without a moment’s hesitation. “Of course I will!”
He nodded with enthusiasm, not a hint of doubt or reluctance. For Ketal, this was more enticing than simply purchasing a prize. A quest, offered by such an enigmatic figure, was the kind of story that belonged in legends. It was the sort of opportunity no one in their right mind would turn down. Ketal readily accepted the quest.
“Then wait here... I’ll be doing business in this area for about two days. I’ll give you the quest afterward...,” the Merchant said.
“Understood,” Ketal said, grinning as he took a step back to give them space.
The Wandering Merchant turned away, already beginning to interact with others in the growing crowd.
Milayna approached Ketal, her expression apologetic. “I’m sorry, Ketal. I wish I could have done more to help you.”
He shook his head. “There’s no need to apologize. Your support is enough.”
Milayna hesitated, glancing down at her feet before asking, “Do you really need the Dragon Heart to control Myst?”