Chapter 193 Gemini Temples Chief Acolyte (1/2)
/Guild Officer : Nix: Makes sense I suppose. For those that don't know, the Planar trials are usually required to gain access to the Sky Kingdom, think of it as a step up from Oasis.
/Guild Officer: Shae: I've recently begun my training in Solomon City. Nix is also there, although he hasn't taken the trials and is still a 50 level.
/Guild Officer: Mina: Are you holding back because of Mermaid City?
/Guild Officer: Nix: Yes. I would have already unbanked if not for our mission, I'm focused on destroying the Cai'Song Artifact.
/Guild Officer: Semmi: Shae are you obligated to join anyone's forces in Solomon City?
/Guild Officer: Shae: No, when I complete my training I will return and help build Inferno in Oasis.
/Guild Officer: Nix: Let's worry about finishing Mermaid City, I want all our raid forces to be able to unbank and enter Oasis.
/Guild Officer: Ronnie: Meeting over? I have some things to do.
/Guild Officer: Nix: Yes. Alpha Team is escorting some lifestyle players across the Escalade bridge right after this. It shouldn't take long. I want to hit Mermaid City tomorrow.
/Guild Officer: Semmi: That's all then, thanks, everyone.
/Inferno: Nix: Those who are crossing the Escalades bridge, meet at the docks in an hour.
Nix waited until the rest of the officers left, only Fajii and Shae remained. ”I'm going down to the 50th floor to speak with the Floor Steward.”
Shae smiled and nodded. ”We're going also.”
The trio exited the elevator a few moments later. Esta Helisstuiride watched as Nix approached, the normally playful and flamboyant Stormsinger seemed reserved for once.
”Greeting Guild Leader Nix.” Esta bowed low, her transparent face was somber.
”You were once asked to be the Chief Acolyte in the Gemini Temple, but you said no.” Nix had spoken with Elune regarding the prior Lord of the Temple, Tessa Beryngare. According to her, Tessa had asked a Stormsinger friend of hers to assume the position but that person refused.
Esta nodded, ”how did you know?”
Nix didn't reply, it had been a shot in the dark. ”There are a unexplored levels under the Temple, my Arch Wind Acolytes are hoping to explore them while they are training.”
”Arch Wind Acolytes?” Esta nodded, ”it's a good choice for the Gemini Temple.”
Nix waited, the Floor Steward seemed to want to say more.
”Had I taken the position, the Temple would never have fallen and Tessa Beryngare would still be alive.” The Stormsinger spoke quietly, her voice was thick with emotion. ”She was my friend... my very best friend.”
”Join the Gemini Temple as my Chief Acolyte and assume the mantle that Tessa offered you.” Nix's words were accompanied by silence, the Stormsinger's face showed the surprise she felt.
[Esta Helisstuiride has joined the Inferno Guild]
[You have appointed Esta Helisstuiride as the Chief Acolyte of the Gemini Temple]
/Inferno: Semmi: Welcome Esta...
/Inferno: Jun Li: Welcome Esta...
[Whisper: Semmi to Nix] Who is Esta?
[Whisper: Nix to Semmi] She's my new Chief Acolyte and also the Floor Steward from the 50th floor.
In truth, Nix hadn't expected her to join so readily, perhaps the regret from her past pushed her into the decision. ”Welcome Esta.”
”Thank you, Lord Nix.” Esta bowed low, ”I need a few days to wrap things up with the Embassy.”
Nix nodded, ”take your time. I'll bring you to the Temple tomorrow if you want to see it beforehand.
”Yes, I'd like that.”
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All of Alpha Team was on the docks when Nix arrived an hour later. He was expecting five lifestyle players, but he seemed to be one short.
The 12 Pillar Guilds were already at Loki, they were busy with establishing their Guildhalls and finishing Quests. Nix had locked down all the other buildings in town. A few of Inferno's lifestyle players approached Nix about taking over shops there. ”Who are we missing?”
”Pin was offered a position as Head Chef for Queen Festa in the Central Kingdom, he sends his apologies.” Dalton, the Guild Cobbler, and former Gladis Hub leader, offered an explanation.
”I see.” Nix looked at the others, Lena the Carpenter, Blitz the Blade Maker, Moki the Armorer and Dalton the Cobbler. ”Do we have a replacement?”
”Right here!” A familiar voice spoke from behind Nix.
Nix turned to see his favorite Innkeeper. ”You want to cross the bridge?”
Hyai nodded, ”I've heard there was an Inn there also, it's about time I expand my business a bit.”
Nix stole a glance at Fajii and Shae, it was obvious from their expressions that they had already known. ”Fine by me. You five can choose the buildings you want. There's no charge, but the standard 10 percent will be donated to the Guild.”