Chapter 139: Drinking
For all intents and purposes, Gate 9 was finished. It wasn’t a scenario where they were forcibly booted out. Technically, if they wanted to, they could have chased after Goliath and killed him. They could have explored the Holy Land and searched for treasure. It was like a replayable level of a game.
Alas, even with the level ups, William was too burnt out to continue walking. His head throbbed madly and they collectively decided this would be it. That meant going back to Nulgupjisin Grill House. Black seats, black tables, and black grills that appeared like magic.
Simply entering and tasting the barbeque in the air, William felt like he was home again. At the same seat, with the same waitress, he opened up the menu and ordered grilled ribs. Recently, he had been getting a craving for it.
Generally, the party didn’t get drinks (AKA alcohol) because of Kazi. Either William had to go himself to a bar or Sun-young would sneak him a can. Luckily for today, Kazi allowed alcohol since they had completed a gate and brought guests over.
"I’m glad you’re here with us!" Kazi said. "I do wish Ksenia and Nikolai were here too."
William agreed. Unfortunately, both had to report back to their Spectre 3. The Sapphire Order was stingy when it came to results.
As for Matty and Jules, they were quite the interesting pair. Where Matty was a scowling stone statue, Jules was a kind, comforting cat lady. Her black cat, strangely named Goldy, was on her lap, sleeping.
"That’s what happens when you’re in a guild," said Matty. "Commitments and no free time."
"I’m sure it isn’t that bad," Jules said. She laid her right arm on the table, her left arm remaining limp. "By the way, any recommendations?"
"Grilled ribs—"
"Bulgogi—"