Chapter 169: Noor’s Sanctuary (Part 2)

Shirone’s assumption was correct, and the merchant even deduced that they hadn’t been in Purgatory for long.

Merchant: “Hmm, I could negotiate, but I doubt you can afford it. Spirits are incredibly hard to come by, even in Purgatory. I’m planning to take this back to the mainland; I’m just passing through the sanctuary.”

Shirone had expected it to be valuable, but being outright refused made him nervous.

Could they buy it with three White Elixirs? If he confidently tried and fell short, Amy’s disappointment would only grow.

Needing a basis for judgment, Shirone set aside haggling and asked a question.

Shirone: “I’ve heard spirits can form contracts. Is that possible with this spirit?”

Merchant: “A contract? Oh, a contract. Of course, it’s possible. But what would you do with a fire spirit?”

Shirone: “If you contract with a fire spirit, you can use fire magic, right?”

Merchant: “That’s true, but… people usually don’t waste precious spirits on contracts. Having a spirit in a village makes life so much easier. That’s why villages usually pool Elixirs to buy them. Outsiders might buy them for contracts since they live in harsh areas and have plenty of Elixirs, but those folks are the type to risk their lives. I don’t think you’re living that kind of life.”

Shirone: “Hmm, so a contract is possible, right?”

When Shirone pressed, the merchant nodded reluctantly.