The Crown Of The Nine Continents
Chapter 156: Don't Underestimate the Rich

On the way to the inn, Nivania talked about so many things that had happened. Starting from the beginning why he decided to go to Aulzania City, until the little things that are not too important when he is on his way.

Nivania's expression when recounting it looked so excited and happy as if she was enjoying every second of time that passed when they were together. Sometimes he would laugh loosely, then suddenly look sad, and then seem lonely.

So many expressions that Nivania showed to the extent that made Ren amazed by how diverse the face mimic that woman had. That feeling of awe was also influenced by the fact that Ren was not very good at expressing his feelings.

Well, that doesn't mean Ren can't express himself. However, Nivania's expression and her expression were clearly different, they were equally diverse but what Nivania possessed looked so natural and pure, unlike hers which was only filled with falsehood.

The falsehood in question is his bad habit of always manipulating expression. When feeling angry, he can easily make his expression look happy or vice versa. This also applies to his actions and behavior.

Sometimes because this habit is almost ingrained makes him unable to know what he really feels. It might sound absurd, but it was indeed the reality he was experiencing.

"Regarding the Hero of Aulzania" Ren said. Her steps came to a halt, and Nivania went silent as she tilted her head in question.

"Why are you so sure that Aulzania's hero is me?" asked Ren to continue.

Nivania moved her index finger to touch her lips. This was a pose where he was thinking deeply to give a satisfactory answer.

"Mhm, maybe because of my premonition to say so?"

Impossible, there are actually several other reasons including some documents that refer to the figure of Hero Aulzania has characteristics that are almost similar to Ren, but Nivania looks like to cover up the fact.

Meanwhile, Ren only furrowed his brows as he did not understand why a premonition was able to push Nivania to travel far and dangerously. Did this woman never think about the risk of what if the hero was someone else? It's hard to understand.

"Keh," Ren chuckled a little.

Nivania who saw him thought Ren was laughing at him when it was not like that. Ren chuckled at feeling sorry for himself for not being able to understand it clearly.

"W-what are you laughing at?"

Nivania covered her face in embarrassment. Could the answer be funny? Or even embarrassing? More or less his mind was filled by such a question.

"none. Just a little dust tickling my nose makes me want to laugh" Ren explained.

Whether because of what, Ren suddenly felt remembered with Arystina, or Nirlayn, they sometimes think too far which makes the misunderstanding grow bigger, and it turns out Nivania also has a similar behavior.

"Uhhh, why do I feel goosebumps with your gaze?" Nivania kept her distance while being vigilant.

But Ren walked again through Nivania while feeling unconcerned. Now is the time to continue the journey, they will never arrive if they continue to talk.

Nivania realized that and soon followed Ren from behind to lead the way. After some time walking, Ren realized that the road they went through felt familiar.

"Just make sure you don't stay at Twin Lotus Inn, do you?"

Nivania's shoulders instantly shook when she heard the question. The allegation is not wrong anymore, and hit a very precise target. Then Nivania reluctantly looked back while giving a little reason.

"Uhm, why do you know?" Nivania biting her lips looked a little irritated, "Honestly I'm in a difficult situation."

It's a difficult situation.

This phrase is often used by those who are experiencing problems that cannot be said. The problem was not measured by how big it was, but how embarrassing it was to say it.

But for Ren to find out what problems experienced by Nivania was very easy. It was not as difficult as turning the mountain, and it was as easy as turning the palm to expect it.

"Oh, I get it. You're out of money, aren't you?"

Nvania flinched with round eyes, "W-how did you know?"

Ren narrowed his eyes and examined Nivania's condition, "There are three main reasons why I know about it. First, you look a little skinny and messy. Second, your stomach sometimes makes a sound even though it is almost impossible for ordinary people to hear it. Third, you chose the Twin Lotus Inn as your residence."

The third reason is a little uncertain. Ren guessed it because Nivania reacted strangely when she mentioned the name of the inn. When he used to stay, the overnight fee at the inn was quite cheap so it did not cover the possibility of now being cheaper.

"Ahh, I understand," Nivania responded listlessly.

Not long after that they arrived at the front courtyard of the Twin Lotus Inn. The outer appearance of this inn still remained the same, only what was different was the surrounding state that was more desolate and desolate.

"I'm really curious, what happened to this inn?"

Could it be that their visitors are getting quieter every day to the point where only Nvania has visited in the past month?

"Let's go in" said Nivania, pulling Ren into the inn.

Nivania opened the entrance and stepped inside, followed by Ren from behind. Different from the inn in general, there were no signs of life other than them here other than a middle-aged woman sitting at the end of the room.

"Miss owner, I'm back."

"Welcome back, Nvania."

The middle-aged woman momentarily fell silent as she realized that there was someone who had come other than Nivania. He then professionally behaved as usual so as not to offend this new visitor who came.

"Who is this, Nivania? The lover you've been looking for?"

This time not only Nivania, but also Ren was made stunned. How could this old woman direct their relationship into a pair of lovers when there was no sign of them having such a relationship? A thought that is unfounded.

"We're not lovers, Mrs owner. Don't talk about it anymore, okay? Ren was afraid to feel uncomfortable."

The middle-aged woman nodded in understanding. But inwardly, he thought maybe the two of them were too embarrassed to tell the truth.

"So there's a man, do you want to stay here?"

Ren did not immediately respond but rather observed the entire inn to look for someone. When the strange person simply disappeared, he somehow could not help his curiosity.

"Where is that guy?" asked Ren curiously.

"Who do you mean?"

"A shitty young lady named Vinri. I never forgot when he forced me to enter this inn first."

"Oh .. as expected of young people. Even though you already have Nivania you turned out to be very greedy huh?"

The middle-aged woman tried to say a joke, but because of something her joke got a response in the form of a death gaze given by Nivania and Ren to make her choke.

"Ha-hahaha .. sorry-sorry. I'm old, please don't push me like this."

Ren and Nivania then released a piercing glare. Although the words of the middle-aged woman felt annoying but had not yet entered the realm that required them to torture the old man.

"Here you go, I'm not interested anymore. How much does it cost you overnight?"

The middle-aged woman turned to the reception desk. When he started saying the price, that was when he realized that this man was the one Vinri had brought in in the past.

"Oh, not expensive. Just one gold coin per four nights."

Ren then took the gold coins out of his pocket after hearing the price of staying from the middle-aged woman. All the coins in the pocket he took out, then when calculated the total amount reached one hundred and thirty gold coins.

"What the hell," said Ren in disbelief.

The middle-aged woman and Nivania were shocked and thought Ren had experienced something bad? That's why he seemed annoyed when he saw the gold coins scattered on the table.

"What's up, young man?"

"Why, Ren?"

Ren just shook his head resignedly, "It's okay. I just forgot to make some extra money."

"U-additional money?" Nivania and the middle-aged woman stared confusedly.

They wondered, wasn't this much money more than enough to stay for a few months?

"Don't worry. Well, take all these coins to pay for my lodging and Nivania."

Those who heard it almost dropped their jaws. Who was this guy, why would this guy give me enough coins to rent a room for over a year?

"A-young man, are you sure you want to stay in this place for that long?"

"Ren, what are you doing! Don't be so extravagant, what about your other needs?!"

Ren sighed tiredly. He who spends money why are they the ones who make a scene? After all, just one hundred and thirty gold coins was a meager sum.

"Don't worry, do you understand? Tomorrow I'll make some more money. Then about staying how long, maybe I'll just stay for two days."

And-and

"HAA-AHH?!"

The innkeeper and Nivania were shouting loudly.

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Not smart, not smart. Everyday life is something that is hard to imagine....