Chapter 142: The Ethriel Kingdom (3)
Leven led Karnak and his companions to a building owned by a merchant guild located at the center of Wellad City. Like in the Kingdom of Eustil, the Ethriel King's Order often operated in collaboration with prominent local families in various regions.
"If you've already booked an inn, I suggest moving here instead. It'll be more convenient in many ways, and they'll take good care of your horses too."
Karnak readily accepted Leven's suggestion. After all, there was no reason to refuse something offered for free.
"That's much appreciated. Thank you in advance."
The merchant guild welcomed the group with the utmost courtesy. It seemed they were making special efforts, considering the recommendation came from the Strauss family.
Once inside, Leven spread a map across the table and spoke in a serious tone. "We've identified the hiding place of the Black God’s cultists.”
The information Karnak’s group had gathered was shared with the Ethriel King’s Order in advance. Leven’s current findings were based on that information.
"Their hideout is the ancient ruin of Maleficus, located in the western region of Kalenta."
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Before humanity established its civilization, the world was ruled by mysterious ancient species. Little was known about these beings. Even the dragonkin and fairies, who possessed lifespans far exceeding those of humans, had no records or knowledge of them.
All that was known was that they were giants, averaging three meters in height, and that necromancy—now considered taboo among humans—was originally one of their technologies. Despite the scant information, their existence was never doubted.
This was because remnants of their ancient civilization, known as dungeons, could be found scattered across the world. Strictly speaking, the word dungeon simply meant prison. More precisely, it referred to a prison of the tower.