The name itself sounded rather enigmatic.
Faceless could imply lacking a face, he opened the Lord s book and selected the option for the faceless cabin.
A purplish glow flickered, and 10 minutes later, the structure was complete.
Indeed, it resembled a quaint stone cottage adorned with a door featuring a design reminiscent of two crossed hooks.
The building bore its own insignia, somewhat akin to that of the Celestial I Merchant Alliance.
The Faceless One's cottage type, special building, ability, intelligence orders, too.
Description: We are omnipresent.
We are omnisient.
Alas, I have misjudged once more.
Fong initially believed the units recruitable at the Faceless Ones cottage were called Faceless Ones, but it now appeared more akin to an intelligence organization.
Upon pushing open the door and stepping inside, he found the room to be modest in size with a counter and a young blonde woman standing behind it.
"Greetings, esteemed sir," she offered with a slight bow.
"So, you the staff here?" Fonggha inquired.
Indeed, sir.
I serve as a guide, ready to address your inquiries.
After our conversation, this place will remain devoid of further visitors.
She replied with a smile that seemed somewhat strained.
"Very well, then enlighten me on what services are offered here," he prompted.
The woman opened a mailbox behind the counter and retrieved two orders.
"Sir, is not as complicated as you might envision.
Whenever you require intelligence, simply fill out the order with the specifics you seek and deposit it in the mailbox.
that will complete the process.
She demonstrated the procedure by placing the order in the mailbox.
This method was reminiscent of how the skeletal merchant accepted product orders and Funghow quickly grasped the concept.
Is it free? He gested.
Ah, said Yuiest.
Naturally, there's a fee involved.
Once the order is sent, you will receive a price evaluation within 10 minutes.
Payment will finalize the agreement.
She maintained her smile.
Funhao pondered for a moment before continuing.
How do you assess the success rate and authenticity of the intelligence provided? Intelligence is not a tangible item.
Its authenticity and reliability can be elusive.
Receiving false information could have dire consequences.
Rest assured, sir, the faceless ones have always upheld a high level of credibility, she assured him.
Are there instances when you cannot procure information? Indeed, there are many.
The higher the demand for intelligence, the greater the difficulty involved.
If we are unable to fulfill your request, we will promptly notify you of the failure without resorting to fabrication.
Is there a possibility of a refund? Up to 20 at most.
How unscrupulous, he muttered.
Throughout their conversation, Fongghao gleaned the essence of the Faceless One's cottage.
It served as an intelligence agency akin to a secret bureau.
They would charge fees according to the intelligence sought, subsequently dispatching personnel to investigate the matter.
Given its current scale, the credibility of the information provided was likely substantial.
Sir, do you have any further inquiries? The woman prompted once more.
Just one last question.
How often are new orders dispatched? New orders will be mailed every 5 days with a maximum of two orders at a time.
They do not accumulate.
Very well, I understand now.
Thank you for your assistance.
Is my honor, my lord.
The woman produced a teleportation scroll and after bowing gradually vanished into the shimmering veil of light.
Fong Hao remained seated, hesitating to depart immediately.
He contemplated inscribing information regarding the crushed skull tribe of the Cold Wind Mountains on his intelligence report, but ultimately abandoned the idea.
Ever since he single-handedly annihilated the 300 0000 strong army of the crushed skull, the threat they posed had steeply declined.
The Copper Bull had dispatched several spies into the Cold Wind Mountains to gather intelligence.
It would be prudent to await their findings, thus allowing him to fill in the report with targeted details, which was far superior to the randomness of his current inquiries.
Having settled on this course of action, he exited the intelligence hut and lunchtime had arrived.
After dining, Fong Hao, accompanied by Jia, and trailing behind them the belleaguered chief of the mountain bandits, proceeded toward the city of Pearl.
Glancing at the map, he realized they were on the verge of entering the city's line of sight, prompting him to halt the galloping giant lizard.
From his backpack, he retrieved a leather pouch and stated, "Execute him and sever his head.
" and Ja, momentarily taken aback, accepted the knight's sword thrust toward her.
While the bandit chief wept and begged for mercy with a swift motion, the long sword descended and a head rolled to rest at Fong Howest feet.
Grasping the hair, he placed it into the leather pouch and secured the opening.
Is this all just to bring it here for execution? And Jia inquired curiously, "Why not? The bounty set by the lord of pearl can be redeemed with the chief's head rather than carrying a severed head around in this summer heat is far more efficient to dispose of it here.
Fongghao replied and how much is the reward and jia's attention was instantly captured by the prospect of the bounty 1 0 gold coins which translates to over 300 war coins.
Fongghao answered as he affixed the pouch containing the head to the side of the giant lizard.
The two then remounted the creature and resumed their journey.
The visibility towards Pearl was excellent.
Soldiers stationed in a watchtowwer spotted the colossal creature advancing rapidly from a distance.
The guards began to assemble with archers climbing the battlements.
Bows drawn taught.
Yet as the giant lizard drew nearer, the vigilant soldiers recognized the two figures at top it.
Fongghao s rescue of the merchant Tavoc s young daughter had spread throughout the city and some guards recognized their identities upon the giant lizard arrival at the city gates.
Fong Ho surveyed the heavily armed soldiers and their captain.
What's going on? Are we about to engage in battle? The captain looked up at Fong Ho then glanced at the enormous creature.
Sir, is this your mount? Indeed.
Impressive, isn't it? Yes.
Quite striking, the captain responded, swallowing hard.
Judging by its size, the giant lizard must be at least a sixth or seventh tier magical beast.
Surely, one should describe such a creature by its magnificence rather than the danger posed.
"Sir, I fear your mount must remain outside to avoid any unnecessary risks," the captain advised.
Funha rolled over and jumped down, gently stroking the scales on the giant lizard's neck.
"It won't harm you.
It's quite docel," he reassured.
"Lie down and give them a roar.
" With that, the giant lizard lifted its jaw and let out a thunderous roar.
Saliva spraying forth and drenching a soldier standing directly in front of it.
The soldier, bracing himself against the wall, began to wretch uncontrollably.
Not good.
Oh dear.
This Fong Ho felt a twinge of embarrassment at a loss for words.
The captain, observing his subordinate and then glancing at the two of them, spoke with a firmer tone.
I'm afraid we cannot allow your steed in the city, sir.
Rest assured, we have designated stables for mounts.
With provisions at hand, if it consumes feed, that is.
Naturally, these were trivial matters, Fong Ho had no intention of creating a scene over the entry of his mount.
Very well, he said, patting the giant lizard's head.
Be good.
Take a nap, and we shall return once we done.