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Chapter 263: The Orc Princess’ Request

In the heart of the orc city, Ivy swiftly moved towards the storage room, a cavernous chamber carved into the heart of the rocky mountain that serves as the backdrop for their settlement. Situated near the central area of the orc city, the storage room is accessible through a sturdy stone door coverd with crude yet symbolic orcish markings.

It was where the impotant runes were kept for the teleportation gate. Her steps echoed through the stone corridors, and as she reached the storage area, she could see the orcs eagerly awaiting her orders.

"Listen up, everyone!" Ivy’s voice cut through the chatter of the orcs. "The runes we need are in that storage room. They are vital for the gate’s power, so handle them with care. We can’t afford any mishaps!"

The orcs, nodded in acknowledgment, ready to follow Ivy’s instructions. With her guidance, they pushed opened the storage room doors, revealing shelves filled with carefully organized runes. The storage room itself was dimly lit by strange touches, whose flames seemed like they would never go out.

"Each of you, grab a crate, and be mindful of the markings. The runes are delicate, and we can’t afford to break any of them," Ivy instructed, her voice carrying a firm tone that conveyed the importance of their task.

As the orcs began retrieving the crates, Ivy supervised their actions, ensuring that each rune was handled with the utmost care. Her occasional shouts echoed through the storage room, emphasizing the significance of their cargo.

"Steady with that one! Remember, the gate’s power relies on these runes. No room for errors," Ivy called out, her voice a constant reminder of the delicate nature of their mission.

With Ivy’s vigilant guidance, the orcs carefully transported the crates of runes toward the construction site. The runes, glowing with magical energy, were the final pieces needed to bring the teleportation gate to life.

As the orcs marched, their footsteps echoed as they approached the construction site with crates of carefully labeled runes, Ivy, with her keen eyes and pointed gestures, guided them toward Ember. The orcs, excited and eger to please, set the runes by the podium.@@@@

Ember, engrossed in the careful placement of the teleportation gate, looked up as Ivy approached him. "Ah, the runes. Good job, Ivy," he commended, wiping sweat from his brow. Find more adventures on Freewebnovel

Leona flashed her a warm smile. "Early bird gets the worm," she teased, adjusting the straps of her armor. "Let’s get ready, Hestria. We’ve got a journey ahead of us."

As the two women readied themselves, the room filled with a sense of anticipation, knowing that beyond the inn’s cozy confines awaited a snowy landscape and the adventure that awaited them.

Hestria was inspired by Leona’s quick morning preparations, decided it was time to rise from the comfort of the bed as well. She reached for her outfit and gear, neatly arranged near the foot of the bed, and began the process of gearing up for the journey.

Meanwhile, Leona finished adjusting her armor and looked over to see Hestria getting ready. "I’ll wait for you outside," Leona called, her voice carrying a sense of readiness.

Once both women were fully equipped and ready, they made their way to the inn’s common area. Oliver, waiting in the hallway with a hint of impatience, sighed as they approached.

"You two were taking forever," Oliver remarked, his tone a mix of teasing and exhaustion.

Leona chuckled, "Sorry, slight oversleeping issue."

Oliver shook his head with a small-disappointed expression. "Doesn’t matter. We need to grab something to eat and hit the road. Time’s ticking."

The trio made their way to the inn’s dining area, where a modest breakfast awaited. Leona and Hestria quickly fueled themselves with a hearty meal, exchanging a few words about the journey ahead. As they finished their last bites, Oliver stood up.

"Alright, now we’re ready. Let’s get going," Oliver said, leading the way towards the snowy landscape awaiting them outside the inn.