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— Today and tomorrow are our pastry days,” she explained calmly, handing the visitor a menu, — here you go.

— What a wonderful city. There are so many kind and helpful people here; one of them even shared his savings with me, and another gave me some clothes, can you imagine? As for Zerya... I had such a busy day since this morning that I didn't even see him.

-- "The Beyond." And I certainly wouldn't refuse a coffee. Listen," Valdemar narrowed his eyes and put on a conspiratorial face. "Is this really just a cafe? I mean, an exclusive cafe, but... nothing more?
He's probably going to get cross-eyed from the views here, and Valdemar won't leave until he's at least satisfied his curiosity. So, what's the question? It doesn't hurt to ask...

I wanted someone more imposing, but fine, I'll have to work with what I have, otherwise I'll never get an employee in this town. So, will you be guarding me?

— My name is Philin, — said the voice of the man that Scipio had heard before; it was unlikely to be his real name, more likely just a nickname, — are you?

—Really? — Rogdan said, genuinely surprised. —Well, I'm glad you like it here! By the way, would you like to join Lian Fay and me on our way to the guild? Listening to stories from the lives of two great heroes would be a great pleasure for me. Or do you have other plans?

Shen had to wait for at least half an hour before the person he was waiting for appeared.

"Are you Shen?" she asked and, without waiting for a response, continued. "What ridiculous laws there are in this country if I can't even invite someone over with written permission." The girl hid from the sunbeams using an umbrella and, together with the raven sitting on her hand, critically assessed the potential bodyguard. "You don't really fit my requirements... I wanted someone more imposing, but okay, I guess I'll have to work with what I have; otherwise, I'll never get anyone to agree to be my employee in this city. So, will you guard me?"

— Hmm, Rogdan, are you really sure you want to go there? — The ascetic's tone became thoughtful. — All these guilds only exist to deceive people and profit from their carelessness and naivety. — He rubbed his chin mysteriously. — Just think for a moment, what is the central part of the word "work"? W-O-R-K. That is, to work means to be a slave, and a workers' guild is a slave-owning guild. It's best to stay away from such places, but if you really need a paid job, I can find something for you? If you're going to work, it's best to negotiate personally, and I'm an expert in that.

- Scipio, - the Asterian initially wanted to say the full name, but deciding that his interlocutor wouldn't do that, he changed his mind, and thus a shortened version came out. - What are you doing here? - asked the Knight, sensing what this place was.

The words of the potential employer, who didn't even try to find out anything about Shane's combat abilities, slightly hurt the guy, but he tried to swallow them and not show any offense. Moreover, this lady, like him, was accompanied by a bird. True, not as predatory as his.
- I will consider it an honor to provide a service to such a pleasant lady, who is not shy about walking in the company of a feathered friend, - Shane bowed slightly. - When and where will my help be needed?

— Right now. I want to take a tour of the Lower City.

Scipio's new acquaintance answered directly. — I repair skeletons and teach necromancy.

—Hmm, I understand your concerns,” Rogdan mused. —To be honest, I hadn’t thought about it before... However! —He raised his index finger. —Guilds help to unite people who are eager to find worthy applications for their skills with those who are willing to reward them financially for their help. It is unlikely that everyone will be able to negotiate individually all the time; this is no less dangerous and more time-consuming. And besides, guilds often offer assignments that promise new acquaintances, interesting pastimes, or worthy deeds! That is exactly why I was heading there.

— That’s exactly it, Rogdi! — Meido slammed his fist against his open palm. — It’s because people don’t want to negotiate, to understand each other, and instead entrust this to intermediaries that there is so much misunderstanding in the world... Look around, look back! — The ascetic spread his arms to the sides and deftly spun 360 degrees. — So many residents of this city want to get to know you! Approach anyone, and you will find that everyone has something interesting to tell you! If you don’t treat strangers as outsiders, but start seeing a friend in everyone, you will immediately make new acquaintances, find ways to spend time interestingly, and opportunities to accomplish new feats!