The Wine Shop of Eternity
Chapter 283 Departure Day
“Greetings, sir.” Theia lowered her head at Jiu Shen. He was suddenly shocked when he heard that Jiu Shen had called him because he was supposed to protect the store. Although he was also part of the Heavenly Sword Tower, Jiu Shen had specifically told him that he would remain as a servant in his wine shop, so he was a little surprised when Jiu Shen made him come to the sword tower.
Jiu Shen nodded his head at her. To this beautiful blonde woman, Jiu Shen did not know, but she always had this feeling of familiarity every time she saw him. ‘I don't remember meeting someone with this appearance during my past life. Maybe the system gave him a completely different look, just like me.’ He thought to himself.
Theia was a little perplexed as she felt Jiu Shen's sharp gaze, but she did not feel any discomfort when she saw that clear golden pupils were free from any emotions.
“Theia, I won't beat around the bush. I plan to take you with me to the Sacred Beast Continent. We will probably be there for a long time, so prepare yourself before we leave tomorrow.” Jiu Shen said as he looked at her face.
Hearing this, Theia nodded her head without hesitation. “As you command, Mr.”
At this moment, he looked like a peerless and valiant warrior with his knight armor. His golden hair was surging following his movements.
“That's all I can say. You can leave the room now.” Jiu Shen said in a calm tone.
Theia lowered her head before she excused herself. As he came out, he tried to compare Jiu Shen to the man he had always seen in his dreams. From time to time, he would have flashbacks like this life. Though fragmented, Theia suspects it may be related to her past life because of how real the scene is. However, no matter how Theia did the comparison, there was nothing similar about them aside from their eternal calm gaze.
***
The next day arrived in an instant, but few people realized that Jiu Shen was going to leave today.
Jiu Shen came to visit her wine shop with Theia and little girl Ice. All the customers immediately greeted them respectfully when they saw their figures.
“Master Jiu Shen Sect, congratulations to the Heavenly Sword Tower for successfully recruiting its first group of disciples!”
“Congratulations, Sect Master Jiu Shen!”
Hearing the customer's sincere words, Jiu Shen only nodded at them, his expression remained stable.
Hestia immediately descended from the second to greet Jiu Shen when she heard that she had arrived. She smiled sweetly looking at him. “Greetings, sir.”
“I just came here to catch a glimpse and we'll be gone in a minute. Hestia, we may be gone for a while, so I will leave the wine shop in your care.” Jiu Shen said as he glanced at Hestia.
Hestia was a little surprised by his words, but she nodded her head firmly as she promised. “Do not worry sir, no one can make trouble here.”
Jiu Shen nodded. He then lightly inhaled a heart-soothing store air before he turned and left. Following behind him were Ice and Theia.
“Theia, you were ready to accept when I told you to come with me to the Sacred Beast Continent. Aren't you curious why we go there?” Jiu Shen suddenly asked.
Theia was silent for a moment, but she immediately replied. “Master even if it's somewhere dangerous, I'll stick with you.” The moment those words came out of his mouth, he felt a little embarrassed in his heart, but that was what his heart wanted. The moment he woke up in this world, he had a strange feeling that Jiu Shen was the only one in this world that was worthy of him.
“Hmph! I can't believe that the most feared woman in the Silver Wing Empire could actually utter such words. Meow.” Ice muttered to herself, but Theia could hear it because of her sharp senses.
“Good. Don't be rude to him. I brought Theia with us because she will be responsible for taking care of you and this includes making your favorite milk.” Jiu Shen whispered to Ice.
Hearing this, Ice immediately showed a flattered smile to Theia as she said. “My beautiful sister Theia, I will be in your care. Hehehe.”
Looking at her cute face and her pair of sparkling eyes, Theia's gaze softened.
“This journey may not be too boring.” Jiu Shen murmured in his heart.
***
Inside the imperial palace, the banquet was hosted by the fourth prince as he had promised. He also brought along people who had helped his group in fighting the demon army in the Illusory World.
The atmosphere was ecstatic in this banquet and everyone had a smile on their faces as they talked amongst themselves.
“Why can I be here?” Sylphie muttered to herself as she looked at the smiling faces of everyone within this hall. He didn't know most of these people, and he could only remember a select few who had done amazingly during the three assessments.
“I didn't think you were really at this banquet. That must mean you have joined the battle against that demon warrior.” The voice of a teenage girl surprises Sylphie. He looked up and saw a girl his age. He tried to remember where he had seen this girl, but Sylphie could not remember.
“You are?” Sylphie asked in an unfriendly manner.
Looking at that face of disbelief and displeasure, Sylvia let out a small laugh as she replied. “Sylvia Silveria, fifth princess of the current emperor of the Silver Wing Empire. Nice to meet you.”
Sylphie's eyes widened when she heard his introduction and she slightly regretted acting rudely in front of him.
“So, Her Royal Highness the princess. I apologize for my rude behavior. Excuse me.” Sylphie lowered her head before she quickly left. It was as if he did not want to interact with the princess of the Silver Wing Kingdom.
“Interesting...” muttered Sylvia while smiling while staring at Sylphie's back.