“Alright Xy, we should be nearing the place soon.” Zao said.

The duo had embarked on a journey aboard Zao's opulent dark purple dragon to visit the city of Tedis, a metropolis situated not far from Birane, the city in which they both resided.

“If this “shaman” you are talking about will truly be of help, I will admit that you were in the right, until then, I don’t believe this will be anything good at all.” Xy replied.

“Oh shoo shoo, getting a little scared, huh?”  Zao inquired with a broad grin adorning his countenance.

*Sigh*

‘I just feel a little uneasy. I don’t know why…’ Xy pondered.

Moments later, they finally arrived at Tedis.

“Alright, we’re here!”  Zao exclaimed, leaping from the high back of his dragon, landing firmly on his feet, and assuming a statuesque stance, surveying the panoramic view of the city from the mid-height cliff upon which they stood.

“Why so excited?” Xy queried, alighting from the dragon with composed composure.

“Because! I want to prove you wrong, and as your older brother, I have to set a good example!!!”

“You’re truly one of a kind man.” Xy said very softly.

“What did you say?”

“Oh nothing, let’s just go.”

“There’s no rush, the day has just started, and I feel like eating so let’s grab something.”

“Fine.”

A few minutes later, walking through a large market...

“Two pieces of milk bread and a cup of coffee, please!” Zao asked the shop vendor.

“Sure thing, that will be six Brins!”

“Jeez! Things surely are getting expensive, there isn’t even a pricing list for the foods and drinks!” Zao said annoyingly.

“Zao…” Xy said pointing at the clearly visible pricing list that stood right infront of Zao, the shopkeeper behind his table staring at Zao with a surprised face.

Σ(O_O)

Zao quickly scanned his surroundings, observing that several individuals were observing him with bewildered expressions.

“E- ehh… HERE!” Zao exclaimed, handing over the six Brins.

*Brin/Brins is the currency used throughout all Nations.*

*Example: 1 brin = 1 USD*

“Zao you’re not very sharp today, are you.”

“Shut it!” Zao said while chomping down one of his milk breads.

Close to an hour had passed.

“Zao, when are we going to the shaman?”

“Oh, erm… Right! One more thing to do!” Zao awkwardly shouted.

“Zao.”

“Yes?”

“You do know where the shaman resides in, right…?”

“Eh… Hehe…”

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*Sigh*, “Well, let’s just ask the other people here.” Xy said palming his head.

As Xy removed his hand from his visage, he noticed Zao engaging in a seemingly flirtatious exchange with a woman a few meters away. He couldn't help but shake his head in bemusement.

（ꐦ𝅒_𝅒）'Will he ever learn.' Xy thought.

“Zao, what are you doing we are su-” Xy's sentence was cut short as Zao abruptly interjected.

“I know where the shaman is!” Zao exclaimed, turning his attention back to Xy.

“You know where to find me.” Zao said to the woman, punctuating his statement with a suggestive wink.

“Alright playboy, time to go.” Xy said dragging Zao by his arm.

After a half-hour trek, the two arrived at the outskirts of Tedis, where a small, picturesque house stood in front of a sprawling field of verdant grass. The sight was truly magnificent and would undoubtedly be a breathtaking sight at sunrise.

“It should be here.” Zao said.

“Well then, let’s go.” Xy replied.

*Knock Knock Knock*

Upon hearing the sound of Zao's knuckles rapping on the door, a young girl timidly opened it, only to promptly slam it shut upon seeing the two men.

“What?” Xy and Zao looked at each other confused.

The door opened once more, this time revealing the shaman they were seeking. Dressed in a striking brown robe that covered his white robe, he greeted them warmly.

"Greetings, it has been quite some time since I had visitors."