The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild 36

Chapter 36: Agreement (Seeking Readership)

2024-09-02

Chapter 36: Agreement (Seeking Readership)

“That’s actually doable.”

The attendant thoughtfully considered. If Gu Xi truly claimed this location belonged to the [name of district – missing from glossary], many would help him complete this transaction.

After all, the issue of this ruin had been a long-standing dispute for years, with no resolution in sight.

If the ruin’s owner successfully claimed it was in Camden District, every homeowner nearby would make the same demand.

But to say it wasn’t, the ruin sits precisely at the end of Greenwich Street—and Greenwich Street has to end somewhere, right?

This matter had been a constant source of contention, a fact the attendant was well aware of.

If Gu Xi could indeed acquire this ruin, it would solve a significant problem between [name of district – missing from glossary] and Camden District, and likely face no opposition.

“If you truly desire this place, I can help you secure it. Besides not technically belonging to Camden District, it’s otherwise identical. Other houses require a walk to reach them. This one, you step out and you’re in Camden District. If it weren’t for some people’s ulterior motives, this place would’ve been sold long ago. If I had the authority, I wouldn’t buy it with the intention of annexing it to Camden District; this deal would be a done deal.”

“Okay, I can write a letter of authorization right now.”

Gu Xi responded decisively. To pass up such a prime location and settle for something less desirable was unthinkable.

The attendant’s face brightened. “Just sign a commission agreement, and let our Destiny Compass Guild handle it. Three days, and the land is yours.”

Gu Xi nodded. Three days wasn’t too long, and he had other matters to attend to in Victoria City. He could conveniently handle them within this timeframe.

In three days, the ruin would be his. He could set an anchor point here, log out of the game, and report for his profession.

While Gu Xi pondered, the attendant drafted the authorization letter and commission agreement.

Gu Xi examined them carefully, confirming the content matched his instructions, free of any unintelligible symbols.

Satisfied, Gu Xi signed, then presented the land purchase order.

The attendant glanced at the order, nodded affirmatively.

“Correct. This is a first-generation land purchase order. Though years have passed, its legal validity remains. Rest assured, I’ll handle everything within three days.”

“Alright.” Gu Xi smiled, pleased. He was about to mention his whereabouts for the next three days, but found himself unable to disclose his plans.

Noticing Gu Xi’s hesitation, the attendant chuckled, “Don’t worry, there’s no one we can’t find in Victoria City. I’ll find you in three days.”

Reassured by the attendant’s confidence, Gu Xi nodded.

After the attendant left, Gu Xi glanced back at Greenwich Street, then turned and headed in another direction.

He needed a place to stay; night was approaching. Last time, he’d wandered into a Victoria cemetery at night and been knocked unconscious.

He wasn’t about to risk capture again.

He had zero desire to revisit Victoria City at night.

He’d rather spend the time in a quiet tavern or hotel observing the scenery than risk going out at night.

He could postpone his plans until tomorrow.

The bodies had been removed long ago; a few days wouldn’t matter.

Leaving Northumberland Avenue, Gu Xi found himself near the Isis River again, but on the opposite side from where he’d fallen in the water.

Victoria Bridge was clearly visible from his vantage point.

He planned to find a riverside tavern for the night. If a bed was available, he’d sleep; otherwise, he’d drink and eat something to soothe his empty stomach.

He was ravenously hungry, his stomach feeling almost numb.

It would take three to five months to regain the weight he’d lost.

As Gu Xi looked for a tavern, he noticed a severed head hanging beneath Victoria Bridge.

It was blackened, possibly due to age or some treatment, but its features and furious expression were still discernible.

Gu Xi sighed. Who was this person, to be displayed beneath the bridge by the authorities? They must have committed countless acts against the authorities.

Following the line of sight from the severed head, Gu Xi spotted a decent-looking tavern. Its entrance was directly beneath the head.

Most people would find this unsettling, but some wouldn’t. Therefore, the tavern was reasonably busy. Many patrons were already drinking outside.

Gu Xi noticed some secretly raised their cups in a toast to the head.

This meant the tavern had powerful backing, which equated to safety in Victoria City.

Gu Xi was wary of Victoria City’s thieves, spies, and other nocturnal figures. He didn’t want any more trouble in his final days.

Thus, Gu Xi confidently entered, tossed a shilling onto the counter.

“I need a room for the night. Do you have any?”

“A third-class room costs one shilling. For nine pence more, you get breakfast. Add another shilling, and a pretty girl will visit your room at midnight and leave before dawn.”

“Just a quiet room.”

Gu Xi glanced at the maids flitting about and made his decision.

“Alright, it’s upstairs, third room on the right.”

The barkeep didn’t press further, tossing him a key.

Gu Xi added, “Some drinks and jerky, please. I’ll settle the bill later.”

“Coming right up.”

The barkeep glanced around, winked at Gu Xi, a knowing look on his face.

(End of Chapter)

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