Chapter 197 Developed Atrium
The city of Vishish is a small border town in the Atrium near the country of Purense, with a history of more than 3,000 years.
Originally, there was only a backward and poor village here. After the current God of Magic, Danlov Girard, became the master of the Magic Tower, he comprehensively developed the atrium and focused on building borders with various countries. The poor village underwent earth-shaking changes, and was replaced by a majestic border city.
The Magic Tower dispatched high-level magicians to the border cities to control the rampant bandits, open roads, and ensure the safe entry of travelers to the atrium.
Danlov, who was a magic saint at that time, spent nearly a hundred years to transform a chaotic, poor and backward atrium into a safe, wealthy and prosperous magic sanctuary.
Today, Višeš is an ancient city with a long history. Its unique architecture reflects its rich cultural heritage. At the same time, with the development of the times, it has added countless novel elements, such as magic props that can be seen everywhere.
The Light Squad walked on the wide and flat streets, like real country bumpkins entering the city, looking around and finding everything new.
Neatly arranged magic stone street lights, buses running on tracks, unique overpasses, towering towers, shops with LED-like signboards hanging at the door, four-wheeled vehicles powered by magic stones, and hot air balloons floating in the sky.
Shu Li was amazed at what he saw. After passing through the city gate, it was as if they had entered the steam age from the cold weapon age, and magic gave people a convenient life.
The streets are full of magicians, strong swordsmen, dwarves, orcs, goblins, and even dark elves, all moving freely and undisguisedly.
The atrium is so inclusive!
"Wow, is this really just a border city? It looks even more prosperous than the Royal City of Adilan!" Disio exclaimed.
"I want to take the bus that goes on the tracks." Angel pointed ahead.
"A big meal, a big meal, I want a big meal." Budno looked around, looking for a suitable restaurant.
"Can I ride that balloon?" Nasha looked up at the sky.
Kumandi said seriously, "First, buy the latest map of the Atrium, and then find out the most convenient means of transportation to Igya City."
Ace smiled: "Maybe we can ask the locals."
Shu Li looked at the two think tanks of Team Light and felt that they were so reliable.
"Hi, are you gentlemen new to the atrium?"
A deep voice suddenly rang out, startling the Light Team to stop. They looked in surprise at the man who took off his hat and saluted them.
"Uh, hello..." Shu Li kept a safe distance from him, sizing him up with suspicion. The man looked to be in his thirties, with curly hair, regular features, and a slightly comical mustache.
The other teammates held their magic wands and stared warily at this guy who blocked their way for no apparent reason.
"Don't be nervous, adults. My name is Yori, and I'm a guide in the city of Vishish." The man introduced himself with a smile.
"Guide?"
Team Light looked at each other.
It was an unexpected answer that there was such a profession in the border city of the Atrium.
"Yes, as long as you pay me a gold coin, I can take you anywhere in Vishish City and make sure you don't get lost." Yori put his hat back on his head and shook his mustache. "I can also explain to you the customs and features of each city in the courtyard."
Shu Li did not agree immediately, but discussed it with his friends.
Obviously, as soon as they entered the city gate, they were spotted by the guide named Yori, who jumped out at the right time and strongly recommended himself.
When you first arrive in a strange city and are unfamiliar with the place, it really saves time and effort if you ask a local guide to lead the way.
The atrium is strictly managed and even street fighting is not allowed. No scammer would dare to blatantly cheat outsiders.
As a result of the discussion, Team Light agreed to pay one gold coin to hire Yori as a guide.
Shu Li took out a gold coin from the shared funds and handed it to Yori. "Thank you for your help."
Yoli accepted the gold coins and said respectfully, "Don't worry, sir. Just tell me where you want to go and I will take you there immediately."
Kumandi said, "I want to buy the latest map of the courtyard."
Yori smiled and said, "Sir, please follow me."
Soon, Yori took them to a shop that specialized in maps and travel notes. The owner seemed to be very familiar with him. He greeted them warmly and entertained the eight young magic apprentices attentively.
Kumandi bought the latest version of the Atrium Map as he wished. He quickly browsed through it and found many strange prismatic symbols on the map.
"Hello boss, what are these signs?" he asked, pointing to the diamond-shaped signs.
"Oh, this..." The boss pushed his glasses up on his nose and leaned closer, saying, "It's a teleportation array!"
"Huh? Teleportation array?" Shu Li exclaimed softly, "Boss, are you sure you were talking about the teleportation array?"
The boss looked at him strangely. "Yes, I did mention the teleportation array. Any questions?"
Shu Li quickly shook his head. "No, no problem. Could you tell me more about the teleportation array?"
Yori laughed heartily, patted his chest and said, "Ask me about this!"
"Okay, thank you for troubling me, Mr. Yori." Shu Li said politely.
"Hey, I'm your guide, and I'm obligated to answer any questions you have." Yori stroked his mustache and said, "The teleportation array is a great invention. Currently, it only exists in the Atrium. No other country or region has it!"
"Three years ago, Danlov Girard, who was promoted to the God of Magic, gathered more than ten magic saints and spent two years researching an advanced magic circle capable of spatial teleportation. After six months of testing and modification, the teleportation circle was finally successful. Now, every city in the atrium has a teleportation circle, and anyone can travel freely as long as they pay."
Yori blinked. "Of course, the price of teleporting each person once is not cheap."
Angel couldn't help but ask, "How much is it?"
Yori held up a finger.
Dizio guessed: "A gold coin?"
Yori shook his finger. "That's too cheap."
Budno asked, "Ten gold coins?"
Yori shook his finger again: "Not enough."
Shu Li asked hesitantly, "Isn't it a hundred gold coins?"
Yori snapped his fingers. "Correct answer."
"One hundred gold coins! Robbery?" Discio said in disbelief with his eyes wide open.
Ace pointed his slender finger at the map, comparing the distance between Bivishish City and Igya City, and mused, "If I spend a hundred gold coins and teleport to Igya City in one go, it would save time and effort."
Yori shook his head and said, "The teleportation array has a distance limit. To teleport from Vishish City to Igya City, you have to transfer to other cities at least three times."
Kumandi frowned. "You mean... if we use the teleportation array, it might cost four hundred gold coins?"
Yori said, "Yes."
Team Light couldn't help but cover their storage bags.
They came to Vishifu City from the Dalia Empire. The travel expenses, accommodation expenses, and meal expenses were all deducted from the shared funds. They spent more than one hundred gold coins, and the remaining three hundred gold coins were not enough to cover the cost of the teleportation array.
The total assets of each of them is more than 500 gold coins. If they use the teleportation array, they will have to spend 400 gold coins.
The money I worked so hard to earn was gone in an instant, and I felt so painful.
Shu Li felt emotional, no wonder Danlov could become the ruler of the Magic Tower. His initiative and ability to make money were unprecedented.
Three years ago, Danlov, who was still a mage saint, visited the Elf Kingdom. Shuli, Decio, Angel, and Budno were tricked by Ilio, and Danlov gave them a lesson.
During the class, Danloff mentioned his past.
Shu Li listened with great interest, interjecting a few words and mentioning the concept of the teleportation array.
Danlov was very interested and said that he would study it with other magicians after returning to the atrium.
Shu Li quickly forgot about this matter. He never expected that Danlov took two years to build the teleportation array.
Is this genius?
Isn’t it amazing!
Also, the teleportation array is similar to space jumping, and it must be supported by top-notch magical materials. It is understandable to charge high teleportation fees.
The rich have experienced the convenience of the teleportation array and can't stop using it, so they don't care about a hundred gold coins. The poor are reluctant to spend money and can only sigh in regret.
The goblins and Xiaolong were actually wealthy people. Apart from the 500 or so gold coins in their storage bags, they also had piles of gold coins in their storage rings. However, they didn't want to use them unless it was absolutely necessary.
Ace had been robbed by bandits before, and he only had more than 500 gold coins earned from completing missions.
Although Nasha was a princess of a fallen nation, Queen Helati never treated her unfairly, giving her a generous allowance every month. Over the past eight years, she had accumulated tens of thousands of gold coins. This time, when she went to study at the Magic Academy, the queen gave her an additional 5,000 gold coins.
She has money to use the teleportation array.
After spending some time together, she saw that Amo and the others lived frugally and would rather share a room with two or three people than book an extra room. She guessed that they were not well off.
The teleportation array costs four hundred gold coins, which they probably can't afford.
Biting her lip, she said, "I have money and can help you pay for the transmission fee."
Shu Li looked at her in surprise and said gratefully, "Thank you, but I won't need it for now."
They have money, but they don't want to waste it.
"Why?" Nasha was puzzled. Didn't they say they should take care of each other? Why was he refusing her money?
Shu Li said politely, "Making money is not easy, so spend it sparingly. Besides, I don't know if it will be expensive after I go to the magic academy."
Being a magician is a very expensive profession. A lot of materials will be consumed during the learning process. As you advance, you will have to constantly replace your magic robes and wands. The higher the level, the greater the cost. It is simply a bottomless pit.
Shu Li was extremely grateful that he was born in the Fairy Forest, where there were endless resources.
After listening to his explanation, Nasha relaxed her frown.
Kumandi pointed to the Bakat River on the map and said, "If we're not in a hurry, we can take the water route."
The cost of taking a boat is much cheaper than the teleportation array.
Budno nodded in agreement: "Yes, save the money to buy delicious food!"
Amanda touched her stomach and said, "I'm so hungry~~~"
Angel said, "Since we've decided to go by water, shall we go to the dock and find a boat?"
Shuli asked Yori, "Is there a dock in Vishish?"
After listening to their discussion for a while, Yori stroked his mustache and asked, "Sir, is your destination the Saint Villiers School of Magic?"
Shu Li nodded: "Yes, we both have letters of recommendation and will be enrolling at the Magic Academy."
Yori said, "In that case, my lord... you must go to Igya City as soon as possible."
Kumandi asked, “Why?”
Yori smiled and said, "The Saint Vilia School of Magic has a rule that they won't accept new students after the summer. Even if you have a letter of recommendation, you have to register next year."
The boss added with a smile, "You only have three days. You might not be able to make it by sea."
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