ARYA MAHESA
Meals

They had taken a lot in this forest and had absolutely no respect for the lives of the people here. Let the forest decide their fate.

That was what Arya thought when she decided to leave the hunters injured in the forest.

Aryan's little heart couldn't accept. How could these foreigners come here as if all this was theirs and insult the people of this Eastern Land with the title, Fool.

It was not until one night that Arya had a job as a carrier, it had made her understand that there were indeed many things that she could not accept in this area.

Arya did not return to meet the transporters. He couldn't explain what happened to them. Arya was sure they would be fine. At least, that's how it is for now.

Arya did not expect just to visit the place the last time she was separated with her family could be as complicated as this.

Arya recalled a few words from Obskura back in the last months before Obskura decided to surrender to the sky palace carrying a sense of regret with him.

' Man is the most complicated creature '

That is what makes Obskura feel right by giving man the Secret of Science in the Book of the World and it is also what makes him feel guilty and sorry.

On the way back to the inn, Arya seemed to be thinking hard. With the state of the world like this, how could he live as long as he wanted.

Just a moment to see how much suffering his brother who just helped it and how people struggle just to survive, has made Arya a little start to hate this world.

On the other hand, he had already promised in his heart to live as long as possible to honor his family who were already willing to sacrifice life for him. Even Alya's sister who doesn't understand anything, must also be a victim.

" I have to do something! "

***

Arriving at the Dawn inn, downstairs Arya finds the tables there a little more crowded than usual.

Arya was about to pass by and ignore the small change, however, she felt that she was being noticed by some people.

Instinctively Arya could feel a gaze that was intent on harming her. As of right now, Arya was being targeted by many predators just as she was still in the Obskura forest.

" Young Master! "

Arya's steps came to a halt as she wanted to climb the stairs to her room. No need to guess who called her "Miss Sekar. What was? "

Sekar immediately approached to notice Arya sticking from the tip of the foot to the tip of the head. " You're okay? " Secar saw Arya's clothes a little dirty "The guards told me that, last night a group of hunters mistook you for a transporter" he said with an anxious face.

" I'm fine. Just need to shower and change my clothes "

" Oh, so. Thank goodness! " Sekar shows his leg expression "Where are the hunters? "

" Yes, like you said. They wrongly thought I was a transporter. They are still in the forest. I left them there and came back here "

" So, Ikana? " Such a nod "It should have been from the beginning that you rejected them. But, seeing that you are now fine, I don't think I should feel anxious anymore "

" If there's no more, I'll go into my room and clean myself up" Arya said.

" All right, Young Master. I'll have the waiter prepare food for you "

Arya did not answer anymore and went straight back to her room.

After finishing the meal Arya intends to tour the city to learn more about the situation in the city more deeply. While he was still enjoying his meal on the third floor of the inn, Hattala had just climbed up and greeted him immediately.

" Young Master. ... Ahaha! It just so happens to meet you here! " Hattala is making small talk.

Arya was a little surprised but did not show that to Hattala. " Yes, you want to eat too? "

Hattala shook her head, "No, I happen to have a little business here. And the soldier who was with us at that time said that you were staying here. I just wanted to say hello "

" Oh, so. " Arya nodded "Please sit down "Rose.

Hattala immediately sat down as soon as Arya offered it. With an awkward laugh he asked "Young Master, what are your plans today? "

" After this, I intend to go around the city to take a look. " Arya looked at Hattala "Is the Mayor gone? "

Hattala shook her head "not yet. But just calm down. It won't be long "

" I think I should wait "

Arya nodded "All right. I'll finish my meal first "

Hattala took Arya around the city. Shows some places that he thinks will attract Arya's attention.

Arya felt lucky that Hattala had taken her around. At least, the young man immediately brought Arya to a place that Arya judged gave her a lot of new information.

Of the many places they visit, there are several places that attract the attention of Arya. Such as entertainment venues, shops that buy and sell hunting products, clothing stores, buildings that take care of work in the city and some places that sell swordsman equipment.

Arya passes through Ciel and Luna's shop. The shop now looks closed. Arya thought the two sisters might be hunting in the forest.

They walked around the city for a long time. In the afternoon, they finally reached the end of the city. Not many shops there. Just some houses. However, about a few hundred meters from where he was standing, Arya saw some huts filled with many people.

Curious, Arya asked Hattala next to her. " What place is that? "

" Hm ... It's a poor settlement. You better not go there! " Hattala's Advice.

Arya was curious "Why? "

Hattala looked at the place and smiled a smile that did not like "They were just lazy people who did not want to work. If you go there, they'll force you to buy them food "

Arya remained silent. Trying to digest what Hattala just said. Arya wanted to ask further but had to undo her intentions because someone called Hattala.

" Young Master! "

Arya and Hattala turned their heads to the origin of the voice. Someone was running closer to them.

" What's up? I was accompanying this Young Master, going around! "

" Sorry! ... " That person slightly lowered his head on Arya showed his regret for having interfered then turned his head back to Hattala "But, Young Master, this is important! "

" What's the problem? "

" Sorry. " The man looked at Arya for a while then approached Hattala about to whisper.

Arya only saw Hattala's expression frowning as the person was whispering to her. Then after that was done, Hattala's expression changed completely.

" Young Master. Pardon me! looks like I should leave you here. There was a bit of commotion in the trade union "

Arya nodded "It's okay. I'll be home soon too "

After hearing that Hattala and the person immediately left Arya.

Arya again saw the poor residential area. Once a little hesitant, but finally Arya stepped her feet there. ' I need to know everything '

Just like what Hattala said.when he approached, Arya was immediately invaded by many small children and some of them were elderly women.

They ask Arya to give them money or food. Arya was really confused about what to do, because the children were tugging at her clothes.

Exactly what the boy did a few days ago to her. Moreover, Arya sees their condition is also not much different. These kids are so hungry, they look so skinny.

" Hey! Don't bother that guy! "

A voice instantly made those who approached Arya silent. They looked directly at the person who called. Smiles instantly expanded on their faces and immediately ran away leaving Arya.

Arya turned around to see who had just come. Arya saw Luna and Ciel carrying a sizable wagon, filled with many things.

Those who were there welcomed the two with joy.

" Yes! Yep! Today none of you will starve "Ciel calms them down.

" You! help us clean this meal. We're going to eat big tonight! "

They immediately helped the two unpack the contents inside the wagon. Arya saw a lot of food items brought by the two sisters.

Arya just watched from where she stood trying to digest the situation. Until finally Ciel who realized the first time. That, the person who was shrouded earlier was Arya when their sight met.

" You?! ... What are you doing here?! "