"How much for these?"She heard Eugene asking out of the blue.Caught in between her tangled thoughts, Abby failed to realize that they already walked inside one of the emporiums. As such, when her soul was pulled back to reality, Abby almost jumped on her feet.Because standing not too far away from where she was, was a creature that was enough to give anyone a nightmare.Eugene, on the other hand, already expected such a reaction from Abby. So he was considerate enough to put his arm over Abby.Meanwhile, the warmth that he brought seemed to work its wonder at Abby because as soon as the other party felt his hand over her, she instantly calmed down.For some reason, Abby found Eugene's presence quite reassuring as though no harm would come in her way as long as the other party was around."T

"Book Galeria"Abby read the words written on the signboard hanging on its entrance.Meanwhile, seeing her read the store name and knowing that the other party was capable of comprehending the Marcellian language, Eugene no longer found the feat anything odd."Do you wish to buy something there?"Eugene asked when he noticed where Abby was looking at. Then he led the way and headed inside the bookshop.A Dryad welcomed them as soon as they arrived.The other party could easily pass off as a beautiful maiden if only one would not pay careful attention to her overall appearance.At first glance, she looked as though she was wearing a long gown that was made of tree vines and twigs, but upon closer observation, it was only then that one would realize that the vines were not just a mere gown but r

Due to being busy managing the bags and walking at the same time, Abby failed to notice the incoming creature carrying a sack of weapon along her way.As a result, the two collided with one another and due to the huge difference in their size Abby was obviously on the disadvantageous side.The other party was like thrice the size of a normal man's height combined. It had six bulky arms attached in its body; all carrying a sack of their own.Although the other party managed to evade her at the last minute and only hit her side lightly, the sudden collision still made Abby lost her balance and she fell on the ground.Abby grazed her knees in the process but she did not notice it right away."Sorry"The other party muttered with his extremely big and deep voice. The other party leave as soon as he helped her up.

"We still have one last stop. But this time, I need you to behave."Eugene warned Abby with a stern expression.'Err? What is that for? It was not like I am unruly, right?'Abby thought to herself but nodded her head silently."I am serious Abby. Don't touch anything once we are inside the necro store. Most of the items there were cursed so you have to be extra careful.""Alright, I understand. Don't worry master I will not touch anything there. I promise."Abby swore and even raised her right hand to up complete her pledge.When they arrived at the store, Eugene instructed her to seat at the corner. But before leaving her alone, he found the need to warn her one last time."Remember 

"Believe me, it just a waste of time. Befriending people and giving them your trust was like allowing more people to betray you.""Why are you so pessimistic about your views in life? It is not always like that! You know what? If only have the money and opportunity like you? I would probably be the happiest girl alive. If only I am as rich as you are. I would go to college and make a lot of friends. Perhaps, I might even search for my love interest ....."Abby said with a dreamy sigh."Maybe I could even get a chance to meet Bryan more often."She whispered."And who is this Bryan, you were referring to?""Huh? Who's Bryan. Nothing! Don't mind him, I am not even supposed to mention his name."Abby said in agitation then she slapped her talkative mouth and lips."So a childhood sweetheart then???"Eugene probed and seeing the other party blush, he felt like teasing her more."Of course not! I told you it's nothing.""Then why are you getting all so worked up with just the mention of thi