Temuulen decided to be careful and not mention anything about the Black Tower since no one did. With his years of experience with this, he realized that it might have become taboo to even say its name.
From his observations, the people around the receptionist weren't behaving like someone who had been forced to work under an enemy.
They all seemed completely normal.
For now, Temuulen accepted a random low-risk commission just to establish his identity.
Then he left the Guild.
His expression had become slightly more serious.
If the city has fallen, they are hiding it extremely well.
***
In the meantime, Altan entered the city through the eastern gate.
Unlike the other two scouts, he didn't immediately begin investigating.
He simply walked around, visited a food stall, and bought a drink like a normal resident of the city.
He asked a merchant about the price of Spirit Stones.
He spoke with a group of adventurers about monsters near the city.
