Rhemic Empire (2) Auto-translated

Meanwhile, on a nearby street, some guys are playing a card game where they bet on body parts.

Added 13 minutes later
-I understand. It's quite possible, and it might even make it more special. I'm very grateful that you've honored me by allowing me to listen.

While Fay and her guests continued their conversation, Castor himself returned home, somewhat surprised to find visitors there.
He greeted them, left paper bags with what were obviously groceries from the supermarket in another room, and then joined the group of three.

It's a shame that none of the palace guards lived long enough or made it to this point; it would have been amusing to depict the meeting of old comrades, heh.

Elrina politely introduced herself (which, obviously, Alaria also did), after which she briefly explained the purpose of their visit to Castor.
-I must admit, I would like to continue admiring the cozy interior of your home and the musical talents of your esteemed wife, however, state affairs, which have brought us here, have a higher priority. I would like to apologize for disturbing you on your well-deserved day off, but the matter concerning the disappearance of paintings from the Military Academy is of great importance and requires immediate investigation, which is what we would like to begin, with your support and the relevant information.

"Don't worry about it; I, too, would be glad to see this mysterious and rather unpleasant situation resolved as soon as possible, so I have no complaints about your visit today. The unusual aspect of this case is that the art thief left an envelope with a warning and a sort of clues at the crime scene. But I'll get to that later. First, I must warn you: if you agree to take on this job, we will both be financially responsible for the safety of these paintings. If anything happens to them, 20% will be deducted from our income sources, and this will continue until we have paid the full appraised value of these paintings. For this reason, let me first tell you about the objects of our concern.
"Olivius Lapis Rheims"
As you can easily guess from the title, this painting, created in 750 by the personal artist of Olivius Rheims, depicts His Highness in all his glory. The appraised value of this painting today is 450,000 Rum.
"Nihon"
This painting was created by one of the soldiers of the Rheims army immediately after the annexation of Nihon by the empire. 746, appraised value 79,000 Rum.
"Evthumia"
In this masterpiece of visual art, the author attempted to depict a moment of joy and serenity that he observed in his fantasies or dreams. 760, appraised value 1,100,000 Rum.
"Mystical Eastern Love"
Year: 712, appraised value: 60,000 Rum.
The thief's clues are as follows:
"Olivius Lapis Rheims" - "Where swords are forged and the old gives way to the new."
"Nihon" - "Where demons, tempting with their power, roar."
"Evthumia" - "Where the great master lives."
"Mystical Eastern Love" - "Where the small world ends and souls rest."
Warning - "I have hidden what you desire within this city and give you the opportunity to get it back, but you will have no more than six attempts."

The evil Revenant planned to destroy me right away :/

Come on, it's only 20% of the revenue.

I don't even know my income.

Poor Castor, he's always lucky when it comes to riddles.

I don't even know my income.

Well, for example, you'll get 800 instead of 1000 for a quest, and so on.

Okay, here are my thoughts:
"Where swords are forged and the old gives way to the new" - either "Limoss's Steel" or "Perfection". "Incense" would fit, but it's a shop for armor (so there are never any swords there).
"Where demons roar, tempting with their power" - either the Amphitheater, the Guild of Mastery, or even the reactors.
"Where the great master lives" - perhaps the Prince of the Capital's Estate? We need to find out what the person's ancestor was given the title for.
"Where the small world ends and souls rest" - the gardens of Ikigai?

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- So, that's it, - the inquisitor said thoughtfully, listening to Castor's words, - I suppose that in case of success, the reward will also be worthy?

Well, since Alex is busy playing games, I'll go shopping; after all, the shops won't promote themselves.

Halmeldir continued on his way and entered Emerald.

Don't forget to visit Lymos as well. You could use a new sword.

Well, since Alex is still playing games, I'll go shopping; they won't sell themselves.

Halmeldir continued on and entered Emerald.

The following items were available in Emerald:

Modern Outfit Set
500 Rumis.

Business Attire Set
2000 Rumis.

Immaculate Dress [F]
A wedding dress of pure white color.
Immunity to effects that influence the mind.
10000 Rumis.

Empress Lyatris’s Gown [F]
Replica.
Immunity to fire.
20000 Rumis

Business Suit [F]
+30% to the total reward for completing a quest.
5000 Rumis.

Nurse Costume [F]
Healing effect effectiveness is 1.5 times higher.
1000 Rumis.

Succubus Costume [F]
This outfit probably isn't the best choice for walking around town.
In very specific situations, charisma checks are 1.5 times more effective.
3000 Rumis.

Business Suit [M]
-10% cost of items and services.
5000 Rumis.

Tyrant [M]
Long black cloak.
Effectiveness (chance of triggering) of status effects is 1.5 times higher.
15000 Rumis.

Jungle [M]
Lime green robe.
Water damage reduced by 20%.
1000 Rumis.

Nobility [M]
Short coat.
Parry effectiveness is 1.5 times higher.
15000 Rumis.

Nurse Outfit [F]
Healing effects are 1.5 times more effective.
1000 Rum.

Succubus Outfit [F]
Clothing to wear around town, probably not the best idea.
Charisma checks are 1.5 times higher in very specific situations.
3000 Rum.

I think it would be better to have a separate shop for this kind of clothing, as it looks a bit strange compared to the rest of the selection.

- So, that's how it is, - the inquisitor said thoughtfully after listening to Castor's words, - I suppose that in case of success, the reward will also be worthy?

Castor showed Alaria the government contract, which stated that all participants in this mission would receive a reward of 30,000 Rum, and the government employee himself would not claim it. In addition, for completing this mission, one Skill Point could be earned for each participant. However, both rewards could only be received if the mission was completed successfully.

Going to Meltystone.