Wizard: This witcher is neglecting his duties.

Chapter 59 Kayla

"It took two months to ship it all back from Toussaint..."

Wayne pondered for a few seconds, feeling that this method would not only take up to two months and cost more money, but would also leave him indebted to Revaden, which was really not worth it. He could only use it as a last resort.

"Thank you for your help, Mr. Rewaden. However, I would like to first look in the market to see if I can find the forging materials I need."

"I will trouble you again if I need anything in the future."

Rewaden nodded amicably, indicating that he didn't mind. He twirled the gemstone ring on his index finger with his thumb, thought for a moment, and then suddenly smiled and said:

"However, Wayne, I did hear a rumor."

Five days later, Ms. Keramez, the royal advisor of Temuria, is preparing to hold a birthday party at her home.

"This beautiful sorceress has a great fondness for fine wines and jewelry, and she is quite wealthy with a wide network of connections. Perhaps there is one or two bottles of the wine you need in her wine cabinet, Dongzhidong."

"If you want to try going to her, I can get you an invitation to a birthday party."

"So, are you interested?"

Upon hearing the name "Kayramez," Wayne paused for a moment, then suddenly remembered that this was the sorceress from the future who might end up as a barbecue in Novigrad.

His knowledge of Keira was limited to a few quests in The Witcher 3.

Judging from her performance in the game, this sorceress is kind-hearted, the kind of spellcaster who enjoys luxury and romance, and is somewhat simple-minded.

Compared to her fellow sorceresses who were skilled at scheming, Kayla's abilities were far too limited, and she was ultimately tricked and nearly killed by an ordinary person.

If she really has Dongzhidong, perhaps we can exchange it for a bottle through a deal.

Upon receiving this unexpected news, Wayne thanked Revarden again, but didn't say anything more.

The sorceress is a symbol of trouble, and he has no connection with Kayla. Even if he gets in touch with her, he may not be able to achieve his goal.

Therefore, this plan can only be considered as a backup plan and will be reconsidered later.

After saying goodbye to Revaden, Wayne left the Kingfisher Inn. He then found the dwarf Andrew again and arranged to have drinks with the young dwarf that evening. He then inquired about the other blacksmith shops in Vizima.

Only those in the same profession truly understand each other. For an outsider like Wayne, finding those three rare materials in such a large city would undoubtedly be extremely difficult.

He could only rely on his newly acquainted dwarf blacksmith friend for information.

Unfortunately, the news he received from Andrew also disappointed him greatly.

"I'm sorry, my friend, anti-magic metal, also known as magic-blocking metal, is a material that is usually kept in blacksmith shops or stores."

"However, materials like meteorite iron and lunar dust are extremely rare and hard to come by. They are worth at least several hundred orens, and no blacksmith shop would keep such materials on hand."

"Even if people want them, they need to order one or two months in advance, and whether they can actually buy them depends on luck."

Seeing Wayne frown, the young dwarf scratched his chin and said:

"However, I've heard that some warlocks use these two materials to make magical equipment. You might want to ask them."

Wayne was quite frustrated after getting the same result.

Indeed, judging from the current situation, the warlocks possess a large amount of high-level resources. As the most powerful organization that has dominated the northern magical realm for thousands of years, the Brotherhood of Warlocks is a formidable obstacle that many cannot bypass.

Throughout the afternoon, Wayne did not give up, wandering from shop to shop in Vizima, but unfortunately he still came up empty-handed.

Finally, he had no choice but to accompany Andrew to the Kingfisher Tavern for a good drink before reluctantly going home to rest.

Vizima Old City is ultimately just an inland city. In the past, it was too small and too dilapidated to be considered prosperous. Merchants did not come and go as frequently as those from other kingdoms' capitals, which led to a shortage of various resources.

If this were the legendary free city of Lovigre, these materials would probably be gathered very quickly.

Since he couldn't buy it on the market and didn't want to wait for two months, he finally decided to use the backup plan and contact the warlocks in the city.

According to the intelligence he gathered, there are currently three royal advisors assisting King Foltest: Keramez, Triss Meligard, and Fikater.

Two female sorcerers and one male sorcerer.

Having played the game and read the novel, Wayne knew a little about Kayla and Triss.

But what impressed Wayne most about the male warlock Fekart was that he was a minor character who, during the events on Xenia Island, defected to the Southern Nilfgaardian Empire and joined Vigo, and then died like a minor character.

He had no remarkable achievements, no special talents, and no notable presence.

After much deliberation, Wayne decided to target Kayla. Whether he obtained the East of the East from her or acquired meteorite iron and lunar dust through her channels, it would be a good outcome.

Moreover, Wayne actually had another idea in mind.

The matter of the vampire birds in the city is gradually escalating and has become one of the most troublesome problems for King Foltest.

As a witcher, Wayne had no intention of appearing before King Foltest, nor was he prepared to take the commission.

Things that are easily obtained are always cheap and not valued.

But if he gets involved with the royal advisors of Temuria, one day, when the trouble escalates, the sorceresses will recommend him to the king.

Then he can use the strategy of feigning indifference to lure Foltest into inviting him.

Only in that way will his kindness not seem so cheap, and he won't be doubted.

With that in mind, Wayne took out paper and pen and began to write a sincere letter of introduction.

He also didn't intend to ask Rewarden for an invitation to his birthday party, because that would be too passive and too conspicuous.

Witchers shouldn't be too high-profile, or they might attract hostility from some people.

He planned to contact Kayla privately first, hoping that the reputation of the Witcher would attract the interest of this sorceress.

………………

That evening, Keira returned to her residence from the palace.

During this period, not only the city hall, but the entire Kingdom of Temuria was quite busy with the construction of the new city.

As royal advisors assisting the kingdom, she and Triss were naturally not spared either.

Not only did they have to help the king handle state affairs, but they also had to set up various magical defense facilities in the newly built palace and deal with supernatural events that occurred in various places. They were incredibly busy.

However, Kayla found this kind of busyness quite enjoyable; she was the kind of woman who loved luxury, power, and being respected by others.

Although she only served as a royal advisor for a few years, compared to the monotonous academic life at Aretusa Academy, the feeling of being in the spotlight and enjoying power made Kayla feel that her decades of hard work had not been in vain.

"Lady Kayla, a letter of inquiry was delivered today. Would you like to take a look?"

Hearing the maid's question, Keira lay in the rose petal-strewn bath, letting the warm water flow slowly over her smooth skin. She stretched and asked languidly:

"Whose letter is this, Maisie?"

"If it's a merchant or a wealthy citizen, then you don't need to let me handle it."

"Anyway, they're all greedy and stupid guys who don't realize their own position and want a piece of the pie in New Vizima."

The maid, called Maisie, looked at the envelope, hesitated for a second or two, and then said:

"It was delivered by a handsome man, but the signature on the envelope is strange: Wayne the Witcher."

"Lady Kayla, could the legendary Witcher really exist?"

"Do those guys really steal children and then kill them?"

Kayla paused for a second or two upon hearing this, then chuckled and said:

"A Witcher, huh? That's a rare sight indeed."

"Also, Maisie, don't believe those silly rumors circulating in the streets."

"The fact that ordinary people like you can live safely outside the city instead of being eaten by monsters is largely thanks to these witchers."

"Hmm, interesting. Let me see the letter."

"Even I have only read about witchers in books. They are said to be a group of sword masters who know some magic tricks but whose bodies have undergone mutations."

At this point, Kayla subconsciously licked her lips and asked:

"By the way, you said he was a handsome man, did he look strong?"

(End of this chapter)