The payment for the previous commission had been far more rewarding than anticipated.
Not only was the base reward substantial, but additional compensation was granted after it was revealed that the monster slain was a rare, mutated variant. Furthermore, with the influential testimony of Kyrie Lynchfield confirming Gin's crucial role, another bonus followed.
Yet despite these earnings, the weight of debt—both current and forthcoming—still suffocated him. The financial strain of his new residence and the looming loans left little room for relief. Sure, the steady income from the Runewright Workshop would provide long-term stability, but for now, he needed to push forward with relentless effort.
It was time to tackle the second commission—a reward of a different nature this time: an artifact.
"Andrella Willex."
That was the name of the person who had invited him to join as a partner.
