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AMBot | 05/07/2024 | Reading Time: 3 Min.
In the underground tunnels, Holo and Lawrence are suddenly alerted by the sound of pursuers. As they move through the darkness, Holo's keen hearing picks up the distant barking of dogs. With a deliberate howl, she manages to distract the hounds, buying them a moment to escape. Their brief respite ends when they overhear a conversation revealing that the Milone Trading Company has allegedly betrayed them. Though Lawrence is skeptical, he agrees that it’s best for them to keep moving.
During their flight, a confrontation leaves Lawrence severely injured, though he manages to fend off the attackers. As they press on, Lawrence collapses, leaving Holo to guide them toward a faint light in hopes of finding an exit. Unfortunately, they end up in an empty well—a dead end.
Their situation worsens when Yarei and his men catch up to them. Yarei tries to persuade Lawrence to hand Holo over to the Church in order to destroy Milone Trading. Though Lawrence recognizes the lucrative opportunity, he refuses to betray Holo. Enraged, Yarei orders his men to attack. Unexpectedly, Holo transforms into her wolf form after drinking Lawrence’s blood, and Yarei’s men retreat in fear.
Back at the well, Holo spares Yarei at Lawrence’s request and leaves the overwhelmed Lawrence behind. Lawrence later wakes in a safe place, where Richten explains the aftermath of the events. Holo had protected him in her wolf form until help arrived. Richten reveals that Milone Trading has secured the privilege of the King of Trenni, guaranteeing Holo’s safety from the Church.
Richten shares the financial results of his business, which, while not ideal, are somewhat softened by the promising prospects of future dealings with Medio Trading. He accepts Lawrence’s request for payment in pepper and hints at its significance with a religious parable. As Lawrence sets out to continue his trade, he discovers Holo waiting for him, determined to accompany him in repaying her debt before returning home. Their partnership, representing both "the spice and the wolf," endures as they prepare for their next adventure.
During their flight, a confrontation leaves Lawrence severely injured, though he manages to fend off the attackers. As they press on, Lawrence collapses, leaving Holo to guide them toward a faint light in hopes of finding an exit. Unfortunately, they end up in an empty well—a dead end.
Their situation worsens when Yarei and his men catch up to them. Yarei tries to persuade Lawrence to hand Holo over to the Church in order to destroy Milone Trading. Though Lawrence recognizes the lucrative opportunity, he refuses to betray Holo. Enraged, Yarei orders his men to attack. Unexpectedly, Holo transforms into her wolf form after drinking Lawrence’s blood, and Yarei’s men retreat in fear.
Back at the well, Holo spares Yarei at Lawrence’s request and leaves the overwhelmed Lawrence behind. Lawrence later wakes in a safe place, where Richten explains the aftermath of the events. Holo had protected him in her wolf form until help arrived. Richten reveals that Milone Trading has secured the privilege of the King of Trenni, guaranteeing Holo’s safety from the Church.
Richten shares the financial results of his business, which, while not ideal, are somewhat softened by the promising prospects of future dealings with Medio Trading. He accepts Lawrence’s request for payment in pepper and hints at its significance with a religious parable. As Lawrence sets out to continue his trade, he discovers Holo waiting for him, determined to accompany him in repaying her debt before returning home. Their partnership, representing both "the spice and the wolf," endures as they prepare for their next adventure.
This article was originally published in German. It was translated with technical support and editorially reviewed before publication.
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