Being a knight is not easy

Chapter 62: Working (Part-time Job)

After solving the housing problem, food expenses became another problem.

The prices in the city were much higher than he had imagined. When he walked into any small restaurant, the prices on the menu would make him stagger.

The starting price for a simple bread and soup is one silver coin.

In order to save money, Robin tried to go to the market to buy ingredients and cook by herself.

But when he arrived at the market, he found that the prices of vegetables here were also shockingly high, and if he was not careful, he would be cheated by those shrewd vendors who would sell inferior products as good ones.

In short, Robin knew that he could not settle down in the city before finding a job.

At this moment, he was full of regret, regretting that he had rashly come to this capital city that seemed prosperous but was actually difficult at every step.

As an official knight, Robin has some conveniences in finding a job in this huge city.

With his cultivation and fighting skills, he quickly attracted the attention of many employers.

However, because he was an outsider, the employers treated him like a lamb to be slaughtered and severely suppressed his salary.

"Is this all I get in a month?" Robin frowned and asked in disbelief as he looked at the pay slip handed to him by his employer.

Robin stood in front of his employer Memphis, feeling a surge of anger in his chest that he couldn't get out.

Before coming to this city, he was full of longing. After all, as an official knight, he had the strength honed through countless battles. In his original understanding, even in this prosperous and expensive capital city, it was not difficult to get a job with a monthly salary of dozens of gold coins. At least he could easily pay the rent, support himself, and live a decent life.

But reality gave him a hard slap in the face.

The payslip handed over by Memphis clearly stated that the monthly salary was only twenty gold coins.

This amount of money is just a drop in the bucket in this expensive city.

Robin knew that if he lived in that small and simple house that was like a shack, the money would barely be enough to support his life, and he would have no time to practice. But that was not the life he wanted at all, and it was not the treatment a formal knight should have.

"It's up to you whether you want to do it or not. We have plenty of knights like you who come from the countryside here." Memphis had a look of disdain on his face, with his hands folded across his chest. His tone seemed to say that Robin was a worthless burden. Arrogance and contempt seeped out of every word he said.

That wasn't all, Memphis then asked for a month's salary as a deposit.

"We're also afraid that you might suddenly leave halfway through the work, causing us losses. This is also for our own benefit." As he spoke, he looked at Robin with the eyes of examining goods, as if he was calculating whether this deal was worthwhile.

Robin was filled with resentment, his hands unconsciously clenched, and his joints turned white from the force.

He really wanted to turn around and leave, looking for an employer who respected him more and paid him reasonably.

But reason told him that in this city, he was a rootless duckweed, with no connections and no background, and it would be difficult for him to find a job.

If he refused the job, he might be expelled from the city by patrolmen as a vagrant in the following days.

"Okay, I'll do it." After thinking for a long time, Robin gritted his teeth and finally agreed. There was a hint of helplessness and reluctance in his voice, but more of a compromise with reality.

In this city where living is difficult, having a job is the first priority.

Moreover, this job also allows the employer to help him obtain a residence certificate, which is crucial to him.

With proof of residence, he no longer has to be frequently checked by city defense soldiers when he goes out.

If you fail to obtain proof of residence within one month, you will have to leave the city and cannot re-enter the city until three days later. This round trip not only wastes time, but may also result in missed opportunities.

Robin took the employment contract, which he regarded as a symbol of humiliation, and signed his name on it.

When Memphis saw Robin sign his name, the corners of his mouth curled up uncontrollably, almost reaching his ears, and the smugness on his face was almost written on his forehead.

He was secretly delighted in his heart. This deal was a great deal. He found a knight with good strength and kept the salary so low. Now he could make a lot more money.

At this moment, Memphis' attitude towards Robin did a 180-degree turn.

He had a look of disdain on his face just now, but now he was smiling and so enthusiastic that he seemed like a different person.

"Brother Robin, you finally joined us! From now on we are family." As he spoke, he reached out and patted Robin's shoulder affectionately. He looked so warm, as if they had known each other for many years.

Memphis then enthusiastically began to explain his business. "Brother Robin, you don't know this, but my business is quite profitable," he said, beaming with joy, gesturing with joy. "I mainly deal in minerals. Just think about it, these ores are truly valuable. Once shipped to the city, their value increases several times over."

"However, this business isn't all smooth sailing." Memphis changed the subject, a look of worry on his face. "Our transportation route passes through the Norahan Labyrinth. You've no doubt heard of it. It's a dangerous place."

He lowered his voice and spoke mysteriously, "From time to time, magical beasts escape from the maze and attack our caravan, which is why we need knights like you to escort us. As long as you can ensure the safety of our goods along the way, you will naturally receive the benefits."

He blinked and patted Robin's shoulder again, as if to encourage Robin, but also as if to remind him of the heavy responsibility he shouldered.

Robin listened quietly, without much expression on his face, but he became secretly alert in his heart.

Of course, he had heard of the Norahan Labyrinth. It was a place full of unknowns and dangers, and countless adventurers had never been able to come out after entering.

Now, for this job, he had to embark on the transportation route that had to pass through the Norahan Labyrinth. Even just passing by the entrance of the maze was enough to make Robin nervous and sweaty in his palms.

After all, the hideous appearance of those ferocious monsters during the annual beast tide outside the Black Forest still lingers in his mind, leaving him with a huge psychological shadow.

"Is it too late for me to resign now?" Robin asked with difficulty, with a hint of hesitation and uneasiness in his voice.

At this moment, his heart was filled with fear of unknown dangers, and he began to doubt whether his original decision was too hasty.

When Memphis heard this, his face instantly darkened, a fierce look flashed in his eyes, and he threatened viciously, "No! You must work for me for a full month, or I will go to the City Hall and sue you, and you will never be able to enter Tutankhamun again!"

(End of this chapter)