You don't cast spells by the rules at all, do you?

In other words, the average level of wizards in the "New World" is far higher than that in the real world.

In the real world of the "End of Dharma Age" where resources are scarce, being able to cultivate to the fifth rank is already impressive. But in the "new world" of the Era of Scholars, only great magicians can be called "high-ranking".

Sean also realized that as he learned more and more about the "new world", the difference between the two worlds became greater and greater. Perhaps the "new world" was really just a fictional world born in the riverbed of consciousness, and it had little substantial connection with the real world today, which meant that the city of Covre and the temple had long disappeared from the real world.

This is not good news.

Sean put the thought aside for the moment and said, "I'm going to the back street. See you tomorrow?"

He wanted to find out as much as he could about Chris before he left.

"No need for tomorrow, I'll go to the back street with you," Tony said.

Kev: "Then all together?"

"It's a good opportunity for everyone to get acquainted with each other before setting off."

This made Sean feel embarrassed. He thought his teammates were sharp-tongued but kind-hearted. Seeing that he was a newcomer,

I specially accompanied him there, fearing that he might get lost or something, so I said with a little emotion: "No need, I know the way."

In fact, Sean didn't know, but Black City was neither small nor big, so he could just ask along the way, there was no need to waste everyone's time.

Tony saw that Sean had misunderstood, and laughed mischievously: "Hey, man, you don't really think we want to accompany you and be your tour guide, do you?"

"Do you know what the back streets are for?"

“That’s the trading area.”

Also known as the Magic Fair.

Basically, most of the items and potions that wizards can use can be bought at the magic market.

Since this mission is so difficult, they must of course get their "equipment" well, otherwise they would be killed instantly by the guards of the Hesinla Palace before they even see the Saint, which would be embarrassing.

As for what Sean did in the back street...

Who cares?

"I didn't expect you to be so narcissistic." Tony said.

Sean:

......

Isn't that what you meant by "accompany"?

You bastard, are you trying to play a trick on me on purpose?

"Who said he was narcissistic?"

The girl Eleanor suddenly spoke up, looked at Tony provocatively, and then grabbed Sean's wrist: "Let's go,

I'll take you to the back streets."

"If he doesn't accompany you, there are plenty of people who will."

Tony:

"?

Sean:

Everyone:

Seeing the two people walking away, Tony couldn't help but ask: "Do they know each other?"

Kev stroked his chin and looked at the backs of Sean and Eleanor, saying, "From their previous performance, it doesn't seem like it."

Johnson continued: "Maybe someone was attracted by your beauty?"

Ryan: “Agreed.”

After all, this new guy named Sean is really good-looking, with delicate features, which is exactly what young female wizards like Eleanor like.

Tony complained: "Girls nowadays are so vulgar."

Too vulgar!

What’s so great about being handsome?

Wait till he takes a witch potion, and he can be handsome too.

Not only can you be handsome, you can also be beautiful, huh.

"Come on, let's catch up." said Cave.

In front.

As soon as Sean and Eleanor entered the city, the girl let go of his hand.

"Don't get me wrong, I just can't stand these guys bullying the newcomers," Eleanor explained.

This has nothing to do with Sean's good looks. If it were an ugly guy, she would probably do the same.

Sean smiled to show that he understood: "Thank you."

Eleanor waved her hand: "You're welcome. Buy some more defensive tools later and protect yourself. Don't hold us back then."

She is different from Tony, she is more straightforward, never sarcastic, and usually says it directly if she dislikes someone.

Sean:

"

Well, you still can't escape the fate of being looked down upon.

Who made him look like he was only at the third level?

Tony and the others quickly caught up and reunited with Sean and the others.

Everyone came to the back street and started visiting the stalls.

There are a lot of people on this street, a bit like the pedestrian streets in big cities, but the things sold are different.

Even a seemingly simple T-shirt can be endowed with extremely powerful magical effects.

Perhaps due to the scarcity of resources, Sean rarely sees this kind of magical items in the real world.

"this is not bad."

Cave picked up a wand from the display case and nodded with satisfaction.

The wand was thin and suited him perfectly.

It is also light in weight, which suits his casting habits.

The most important thing is that the magic stone inlaid on it is good. Cave can tell at a glance that its quality is excellent.

The boss saw that Kaifu seemed to be a little moved, so he came up and said, "Brother, you have a good eye."

Then he began to introduce how extraordinary the origin of this wand was and how exquisite its craftsmanship was.

Eleanor went to the jewelry area. She had a wand, which she had just bought when she went out last time. It could be used for a long time, so she didn't need to replace it for the time being. Compared with a wand, she needed some small items that were easy to carry, such as earrings that could withstand a head impact.

Sean wasn't with them.

But not far.

Just ask around for Chris.

The good news is that someone here does know Chris.

A shop owner told him: "I remember that young man. He was rescued by Hoyev. He has been helping out in Hoyev's shop since then. He is a nice guy."

"It's such a pity. One time he went out on a mission and never came back. Alas." The boss sighed.

Sean caught a key word: "Save?"

The boss nodded: "Yes, the young man was covered in blood at the time, and no one knew what happened to him."

He was there at the time, so he had a deep impression of Chris.

What was even more impressive was that even though he was covered in blood and seriously injured, Chris was still holding something tightly in his hand.

That's a pair of stockings.

"We all speculated at the time that this guy was caught stealing someone's wife and was beaten up," said the boss.

Sean: “…—”

"And you still say he's a nice guy?"

"Because he didn't steal our wives later."

The boss had a good reason: "This is called a prodigal son returning home, which is worth more than gold."

Sean:

66 ..

That makes sense.

The identical appearance and the stockings mentioned by the boss made it certain that this Chris was the Chris he knew.

The timing also matches.

Chris appeared in Black City two years ago, and he should have known at that time that the world was not as simple as it seemed.

The only problem is, stockings are real objects, and Sean saw Chris wearing them with his own eyes, so how could they be brought into the fictional "new world"?

Or is it that Chris was used to wearing it in real life, so he got one after arriving in the "new world"?

In addition, the boss said that Chris was rescued. Where was he rescued from?

The ruins of Kefrui?

Have to ask that guy named Hoyev.

Then the bad news came.

When Sean asked where Hoyev's store was, the owner enthusiastically walked out of the store to the street and pointed Sean in the direction: "Look, see that intersection? Turn right and walk a few dozen steps. There is an alley. Hoyev's store is in the alley."

Under the guidance of his boss, Sean quickly found Hoyev's shop.

But the shop was closed.

There was a sign on the door handle.

[Temporarily closed for business in the near future]

Sean asked the shop owner nearby and found out that Hoyev had gone out to "purchase goods."

Many of the things sold in the back street come from the outside world. For wizards who open shops and stalls, "purchasing goods" is another form of task.

“I see—”

Sean couldn't help feeling a little disappointed.

Purchasing goods is a technical job, similar to his last bank robbery. Hoyev will not be back for a while.

And he has to leave again early tomorrow morning, and no one knows when he will be back, so Chris's matter will probably have to be delayed for a while.

"Hey, what are you daydreaming about?"

"Why are you here alone?"

Eleanor's voice suddenly appeared behind her and she patted Sean lightly.

Sean came back to his senses and smiled, "I'm here to find a friend."

Eleanor tilted her head: "Did you find it?"

"No, I went out to buy some goods." Sean changed the subject, "Why are you here?"

"I'm just worried that you'd get lost," Eleanor said. "We haven't even left our contact information yet. If you fall behind, we'll really only be able to see each other tomorrow morning."

Actually, it's okay to meet in the morning. Sean is not a child, and this is Black City. Even if he gets lost, nothing will really happen. But Eleanor thinks that since everyone is a team now, they should act like a team, start with small things, and not give up on any teammate.

"Here, for you." Eleanor handed Sean a cloak, grabbed his hand, rubbed her cards on Sean's, and exchanged numbers.

The hand card is not only the wizard's identity number, but also his "mobile phone number".

Black City is buried deep underground and has no signal. Wizards in the city communicate through the magic crystals in their hands.

“What is this————?” Sean held the cloak, confused.

"It's for invisibility." Eleanor said, "You should know 'disappear', right?"