The Rich Cultivator
Chapter 153 - 152. Arriving at Rosefall Kingdom

Chapter 153: 152. Arriving at Rosefall Kingdom

In the misty expanse of the Rosefall Sea, a colossal ship cut through the waters, heading steadily toward the land. The crew on board moved with practiced efficiency, following the command of their leader.

"Dock the ship at Rosefall Kingdom," Mana ordered, her voice carrying authority as she watched the port draw closer. The looming landmass stood in stark contrast to the vast ocean behind them.

Tilting her head in curiosity, Mana remarked, "I thought this was a floating island."

Beside her, Mathilda explained, "They probably anchored it due to the turmoil in the kingdom."

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Meanwhile, inside a much smaller boat, Tyler, Lily, and Isadora navigated through the same waters, their destination the same—Rosefall Kingdom.

"The islands aren’t floating. That’s good for us. We can sneak in more easily," Isadora Nightkiss noted, her eyes gleaming with anticipation.

Tyler unfolded the map of Rosefall Kingdom that Isadora had produced. The kingdom was an impressive sight, composed of five smaller islands surrounding a large central island. Each smaller island was connected to the central one by wide, sturdy bridges. It was clear from the map that Rosefall Kingdom was no minor nation; it was an expansive country with 55 cities and a population of 75 million. Each city was ruled by a governor, and each island had its own minister. The prime minister served as the second most powerful figure in the kingdom, just below the king.

Tyler, wanting to gather more information without revealing his lack of knowledge about the labyrinth, subtly signaled Lily.

"To think that the labyrinth would be here," Lily sighed, feigning familiarity as she glanced at the map.

"Yes... 1,000 years ago, when they founded this kingdom, they decided to build the capital above the labyrinth," Isadora explained, unaware that she was divulging critical information.

Lily and Tyler exchanged knowing glances, nodding as if they had already known this detail.

As their small boat finally reached the port, Tyler prepared to go ashore. Rather than removing his mask, he opted for a master-level disguise charm, transforming his appearance. He handed similar charms to Isadora and Lily, allowing them to alter their appearances and presence completely.

"Wow... Three master-level charms? You’re so rich," Isadora remarked with a flirtatious wink, looping her arm through Tyler’s.

"Tsk... Gold digger," Lily muttered under her breath, clearly annoyed.

"Bruh... You’re already holding him," Isadora retorted, pointing out Lily’s possessiveness.

The port was bustling with activity, filled with ships from various factions. However, one ship stood out among the rest.

"That’s the White Merchant Group," Isadora noted, her gaze fixed on the impressive vessel.

"Yeah... We know. They hired us to safely escort that half-angel to the kingdom. We did our best to get her on a passenger ship heading here, but she got caught. Our plan was to retrieve her after she sets foot on land," Tyler said, spinning a story with ease.

"So that’s why you saved her. I was wondering why you let her go when you haven’t opened the Labyrinth yet." Isadora nodded, seemingly convinced by Tyler’s explanation.

"Oh, and their Vice Captain, Lily Gomes, is supposed to be particularly beautiful and powerful," Lily added, her voice filled with self-satisfaction. Tyler’s eye twitched slightly, knowing full well she was indulging in a bit of narcissism.

"Yeah, she’s strong, but I didn’t use my full power last time," Isadora replied casually, her confidence unwavering.

"So what? Maybe she didn’t use her full power either," Lily murmured under her breath, though loud enough for Isadora to hear.

"What did you say?" Isadora was about to press the matter, but Tyler quickly diverted the conversation.

"Let’s go find an Adventurer’s Guild or something similar. We need more information," Tyler suggested, steering them toward their next objective.

As Tyler, Lily, and Isadora strolled through the bustling streets of Rosefall Kingdom’s port, the vibrant energy of the city washed over them like a tidal wave. The trio, disguised by master-level charms, blended seamlessly with the crowd. Their eyes darted from one sight to the next, taking in the sheer grandeur and mysticism of the place.

On either side of the street, vendors and merchants called out to passersby, their stalls overflowing with goods that ranged from mundane trinkets to rare treasures.

Tyler noticed an elderly man selling top level charms, their symbols glowing faintly in the midday sun, while a few steps away, a woman displayed a collection of mystical herbs, their leaves shimmering with ethereal light.

As they continued down the street, the scent of roasted meat and spices wafted through the air, making Tyler’s stomach growl. They followed the scent to a large, dimly lit cavern, its entrance flanked by stone statues of mythical beasts. A wooden sign above the door read "The Azure Fang Inn."

"Let’s eat." Tyler simply said.

The trio found a table in a quiet corner, away from the main crowd. A server, a young woman with a gentle aura, approached them with a warm smile. "Welcome to The Azure Fang. What can I get for you today?"

"Whatever’s hot and filling," Tyler said with a grin. "We’ve had a long journey."

As the server nodded and hurried off to fetch their order, Lily glanced around the room, her sharp eyes scanning the other patrons. "I’m going to see if I can gather some information," she said quietly to Tyler and Isadora.

After Lily left, Isadora shifted her gaze to Tyler, her expression playful yet curious. "Phantom Blackwood," she said, her tone light but with a hint of something more.

"Just call me Wood, since we’re in disguise," Tyler responded, a small smirk playing on his lips as he leaned back in his chair.

"Alright then, Wood," Isadora replied, her eyes narrowing slightly as she moved closer to him, her breath warm against his ear. "I noticed something interesting today. My charm didn’t seem to work on you."

Tyler raised an eyebrow, playing it cool even as he felt a subtle shift in the atmosphere. "Well, since we’re in disguise, I doubt it would work as effectively," he replied nonchalantly, trying to dismiss the topic.

"But it didn’t work before either," Isadora said, her voice carrying a hint of a sulk as she pouted slightly. She moved even closer, her presence almost overwhelming despite the ordinary appearance she had adopted. Tyler fought the urge to reach out and comfort her, realizing with a start that her charm was still very much in play, just in a different form.

’Oh no... Her charm still works,’ Tyler thought, catching himself before he acted on his impulses.

"Come on... You don’t like a maiden?" she teased, her tone challenging as she gazed up at him through lowered lashes.

Tyler felt a surge of heat at her words. It had been a while since he’d been this close to a woman, and the tension between them was undeniable. Taking the challenge head-on, he leaned in, his hand sliding onto her thigh, fingers tracing a slow, deliberate path. "Manhunter, don’t try me," he whispered, his voice low and dangerous. "You might be the one who gets hunted in bed."

Isadora’s breath hitched slightly at his words, but she didn’t pull away. Instead, she leaned in even closer, her lips almost brushing his ear. "I would love to see that," she whispered back, her voice a soft, seductive purr.

The air between them crackled with unspoken tension, the line between challenge and desire blurring as they held each other’s gaze. Tyler knew he was playing with fire, but for a moment, he didn’t care. In this game, the hunter could easily become the hunted, and that thrill was almost intoxicating.

Just as the moment seemed about to escalate, the server returned with their food, breaking the tension like a splash of cold water. Tyler pulled back slightly, giving Isadora a knowing look as they both turned their attention to the plates set before them.

"We’ll continue this conversation later," Tyler said, his voice still holding that edge of challenge, though his expression had softened slightly.

"Looking forward to it," Isadora replied with a sly smile, her eyes promising that the game was far from over.

Lily returned to the table, a satisfied look on her face.

"That was fast," Tyler remarked, surprised by her quick return.

"Oh, this inn happens to sell information. I just bought some," Lily said nonchalantly as she sat down. "Apparently, the Crown Princess has returned to the capital."

Tyler frowned slightly, processing the information. "Crown Princess? Not Prince?" he asked, his curiosity piqued.

"Yeah," Lily confirmed with a nod. "And guess what? The Crown Princess is actually Astrid Rosefall."

Tyler’s eyes widened in surprise. "What the heck... She’s the heir to the throne?" He leaned back, the realization dawning on him. "Now it all makes sense. That’s why everyone is after Astrid."

"But why is the Crown Princess hiding from her own nation?" Isadora tilted her head.

Tyler recalled the conversation between Astrid and her childhood friend, Lutz. The king was poisoned by someone. But he decided not to say it.

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