MERCHANT

I looked several times to the map I was holding, which Calix had placed in the pocket of the clothes he had given us. It's a lengthy cloak that covers our entire body, with a large hood to conceal our heads and cover up our faces. I simply wrapped my face with a red handkerchief. Even if they don't complement the color of my attire, they're sufficient to conceal my identity.

The mortal behind me is dressed similarly to me. When I looked at the map again, I realized we only needed to walk straight down the icy path we were on. The Goddess is reclaiming her throne in the sky, and I have no desire to be invaded by darkness in this forest. I could clearly see the large trees covered in ice, and the grass and flowers have turned white due to the snow.

Despite their pitiful appearance, these are trees and plants that have thrived in this climate. They will perish unless they grow in this harsh cold. I could see the houses a few miles away, but Mino and I both came to a halt when we heard th