The villainous young master just wants to live a Buddhist-like life.

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　It seems the "Golden King" isn't planning to keep them as guests.

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　Since the "Golden King" had no intention of keeping him, Dark naturally wouldn't insist. To try and fight against a god with mortal power was, in itself, an extremely foolish thing.

　He couldn't possibly do it voluntarily before reaching the realm of the gods.

　"Walk."

　Therefore, Dak slightly raised his hand and said in a low voice. Alibaba hesitated, as if he wanted to say something but then stopped.

　The "fairytale animal? Little rabbit" has already taken flight in the "Moon Goddess's Chariot."

　The golden city's protective shield had disappeared, and the "Moon Goddess's Chariot" flew at high speed, unimpeded.

　Both the "Golden King" and the "Heroic King" disappeared from the top of the pyramid.

　How the two forces reconcile and coexist is beyond the control of outsiders.

　Not long after, the "Moon Chariot" flew across the border of the Golden City and then came to an abrupt stop.

　After leaving the Golden City, let's look back.

　The enormous city forged from gold came into view in an instant, and few could withstand the impact of that moment.

　Just then, Dak suddenly remembered something and couldn't help but look towards the edge of the Golden City, at the Golden Mountain formed by piles of gold sand.

　He immediately said to Maiya, "Why don't you go and get two bags of gold sand?" Maiya was stunned for a moment, and after a while, she remembered this and subconsciously said, "Yes."

　After entering the City of Gold with the team, she gained almost nothing. She didn't take any of the gold and treasures that were supposed to be free to take.

　With so much gold sand piled up right in front of us, there's really no reason not to fill a couple of bags...

　But how long could this gold dust last? The thought involuntarily crossed Malt's mind. Of course, he still had to keep up the act.

　As long as she converts the gold into money before it turns back into sand, it's none of her business anymore.

　There are no rules in the Death Desert; what you get is profit. "Let's go down and take a look."

　"Dark said with a smile."

　These golden sands are not part of the Golden City; they were likely transformed into gold by the golden light emanating from the city when it came into existence.

　Their shelf life is certainly not as long as that of the buildings in the Golden City. But they should last longer than the golden sand transformed from the Golden Horse Knight.

　"Then I'll pack one or two cans to take back and study them."

　At this point, Emma also became eager to get started. The "Moon Chariot" landed on the ground. Emma took out the container and got off the chariot first. Malt picked up the sack and followed closely behind.

　The two were very excited as they filled handfuls of gold dust into the container. But just as Emma had filled two jars and Malt had filled a sack, golden light suddenly emanated from the Golden City.

　Emma immediately became alert, grabbed Malt, and quickly retreated.

　After a while, the golden sand mountains surrounding the Golden City were completely enveloped in golden light, and then floated up in the golden light, gathering into huge golden bricks.

　The gold bricks automatically piled up at the edge of the Golden City, quickly forming a foundation, and then layer upon layer were stacked on top of each other, gradually building up a city wall.

　The city of gold originally had no walls.

　The construction of this city wall served not only for protection but also to "delineate territory."

　Dak didn't rush to leave, but watched as the city walls grew higher and higher, gradually surpassing almost all the buildings in the Golden City except for the pyramids.

　Once the city wall was completed, a city gate was opened at a location not far from them.

　Immediately afterwards, a group of people were kicked out of the Golden Kingdom. The Golden Village bandits and Sand Clan members who had managed to survive fled in panic without daring to complain.

　Dark glanced at Alibaba, who was already impatient, and casually said, "You should go."

　Alibaba's face immediately lit up with excitement. After thanking Darke repeatedly, he quickly jumped off the carriage and ran towards Lillian and the others in the group.

　Dak squinted, watching Alibaba's retreating figure disappear into the distance, without saying a word.

　Although they were strangers before, Alibaba and his companions brought him a lot of fun along the way, and even gave him a magic lamp in a very friendly way.

　"Speaking of which, that magic lamp should also belong to the Golden Kingdom. Fortunately, the Golden King did not take it back."

　Dak clapped his hands, signaling Malt and Emma to get in the car, and then let "Fairy Tale Animal? Little Rabbit" continue driving and take off.

　The Golden Land bandits and Sand Clan, having lost their sand carts, will likely be unable to return to their respective territories for a considerable time.

　But those are all things that have nothing to do with him anymore.

　However, they still have a sand truck that belongs to Maiya.

　Now that the mission is complete, once we leave this area, we can experience the joy of driving a sand truck across the sand.

　"Good luck."

　Dak returned to his carriage and sat down, a smile finally spreading across his face.

　“Yes, the best luck is encountering no danger at all.” Emma took out a “Food Card” and summoned food on the table. “Indeed.” Dark poured a few glasses of juice, picked up one, and waved it at Emma.

　Emma raised another glass of juice and smiled, "Cheers!" - (√) - ?

　"Cheers!" Malt and Ash joined in the fun. The atmosphere in the carriage was just right.

　The "Moon Chariot" stopped three hundred meters above the Golden City. Ashe used "Telepathy" to connect with Ellie, and then gave a detailed report.

　The projection of the Golden City was transmitted to the Duke's mansion via the "Spiritual Connection Technique." Arvit was there for about half an hour...

　Arriving before the appointed time, I listened to Ash's report with Claire.

　Because there were outsiders present, they didn't talk much and hung up the communication after Aisha finished her report.

　Even so, Maggie had already discovered Dak's identity; "Gao De" and such were indeed just aliases used to conceal his true identity.

　"correct."

　After hanging up the call, Dark looked at Maiya and smiled, "I think I mentioned before we came that if the trip went smoothly, I would pay you another installment or grant you a small wish. I wonder if you've changed your mind now?"

　Malt opened her mouth, and after a long pause, she cautiously said, "Can I choose the one at the back?"

　Dark said, "Of course, but you'd better think it over carefully before you make a wish."

　A hint of excitement flashed in Maiya's eyes, and she quickly said, "Thank you." After saying that, she immediately racked her brains to think of something.

　Upon learning that her employer was the legendary daughter of the Valkyrie, she immediately realized that this was her only chance in this lifetime.

　The large bag of gold sand lying at her feet, though enough to buy her a lifetime's worth of wealth, meant she had always been an ambitious member of the Sand Clan.

　Moreover, her ambitions are very flexible.

　Before today, her ambition was simply to accumulate enough wealth and power to leave the Desert of Death and live in the heart of the kingdom.

　All her abilities and knowledge were designed for survival in the Death Desert. Without sufficient wealth, it would be difficult to live an ideal life outside the Death Desert.

　Without sufficient power, she would have no way to escape the control of the Sand Clan.

　Therefore, both wealth and ability are necessary.

　That's certainly difficult, but she believes she can do it.

　But today, she has a new ambition. Is a safe and affluent life truly enough?

　No! She not only desired a safe and prosperous life, but also wanted to transcend social classes and become... a noble knight mage.

　Never mind, they're just people on a higher level anyway! Malt's heart pounded.

　She knew that the opportunity to transcend social class was right in front of her, but it wouldn't be easy to seize it; excessive greed would only make her disliked.

　Moreover, simply acting as a guide once was not enough to make the employer fulfill her overly high expectations.

　Aspirations like "becoming a mage" are definitely not to be spoken aloud.

　Then I'll drop another level and seek an opportunity to learn magical techniques.

　I've heard there are academies in the human kingdoms where one can learn magical techniques... but that won't work either, she's too old.

　Magic-based professions like Archmage, like Magicians, definitely require learning from a young age.

　Then... let's go down one level.

　Seeking a profession that would grant her access to magical techniques and perhaps allow her to transcend social classes.

　Just like...

　Malt's gaze quietly fell on Aisha.

　She knew Ashe's role in the group; she was actually Dark's maid, servant, or bodyguard.

　A maid or guard who can closely protect the young master of a duke's family must be of high status.

　Moreover, this request is not difficult; it could probably be fulfilled with just one sentence from Dak.

　If she could work for the Duke's family, she would no longer have to worry about being approached by the Sand Clan.

　In other words, her ambition from before today has been achieved in the process! Moreover, if she can sell Jinsha before leaving, she can become a wealthy duke's bodyguard!

　This is something I could only dream of. "That's it!"

　Having made up her mind, Maiya gritted her teeth slightly and decisively looked up, saying, "I've thought it through."

　"Oh," Dark asked with interest, "So, what kind of wish do you want to fulfill?"

　Malt pointed at Ash and said firmly, "I want to work in your household, just like her."

　Dark blinked, a hint of surprise on his face, and asked, "Can you tell me why you have this idea?"

　To be honest, Malt's wish was beyond his expectations.

　Then Malt said, "I want to leave the Sand Clan, leave the Desert of Death. I also want to master magical technology like you. The remote communication method she used before was also magical technology, wasn't it?"

　But as soon as Maggie finished speaking, she saw Ashe shake her head expressionlessly at her.

　"Ahem." Dark suppressed a laugh and said, "What Ashe just used was 'Twin Connection,' a spell that only twins can master." After a brief silence, Malt blushed and said, "Magic... magic is magic too, it's fine!"

　Dark shook his head and smiled helplessly, "I can grant your wish, but I can only offer an introduction. To join the Zodiac Maid Corps, one must undergo a rigorous screening process. As a member of the Sand Clan, the obstacles in this regard will be even greater."

　Malt frowned and asked, "Is it due to background factors?"

　Dark said, "That's right. We only recruit people with clean backgrounds. And the vast majority of them are orphans with no family ties."

　Malt pondered for a moment, then looked up and said, “Although I was born into the Sand Clan, I don’t have a deep connection with them. Besides, my parents have passed away. Also, you’ll be sending people to the Death Desert soon, right? I think you’ll need me.”

　Dak looked her over carefully and said, "You are indeed a very intelligent person. But as I said before, I can only offer an introduction."

　Malt gritted her teeth and said, "Alright! That's enough!"

　Dark smiled and said, "Then it's a good decision. Next, could you teach us how to use the sand cart?"

　It was two days later when they returned to Karahar territory. Dak sneaked into the territory under cover of night, giving Maggie a night to handle matters.

　Malt returned to the Sandworm Tavern to hand in the quest and collect her share of the reward.

　The owner of the Sandworm Tavern was unaware that Dark and his companions had entered the Death Desert with the intention of visiting the Golden Kingdom, and Malt certainly wouldn't reveal it.

　At this time, without sand carts, Ackerman and his men were probably still trudging through the desert, and it was impossible for them to send out any extra intelligence.

　Him and the others, who returned early, would not leak such important information to the Sand Clan.

　After receiving his payment, Malt bought a drink as usual and downed it in one gulp. Then he told the manager he would rest for two or three days and left the Sandworm Tavern.

　Then, she took her gold dust from the "Moon Goddess's Chariot" and quickly disposed of it at a half-price price, thus gaining a fortune.

　Along the way, the hyena-men who had their eyes on her were easily subdued by the magical elves.

　Escorted by the magical spirits, Malt returned to her residence, packed her bags, and left the home she had lived in for more than ten years without any hesitation.

　The Sand Clan teaches its children a survival-of-the-fittest education. Children who lack talent, don't work hard enough, or are simply unlucky often end up sleeping forever in the Death Desert before they even reach adulthood.

　Children with parents are in a better situation.

　But children like Maiya, who lost their parents at a young age, spend their childhood in cruelty.

　Her ability to "predict danger" awakens when she's on the verge of death. Now that she has a chance to leave the desert of death, she naturally wouldn't let it slip by.

　There were three people when they went, and four people returned.

　The "Moon Chariot" left Karah's territory early that morning, following its original route, bypassing the territories of orc tribes and towns, crossing orc lands from uninhabited high altitudes, and finally returning to the kingdom's borders.

　Ultimately, Dark did not use the nameplate Claire had given him. And after entering the kingdom's territory, the "Moon Chariot" slowed down.

　This trip to the Death Desert was swift and efficient, with a very tight schedule that kept the total time extremely short. Upon returning to the kingdom, there was even time to visit the scenic spots along the way, adding a touch of color to the adventure. After several days of this leisurely travel, on June 28th, Dak and his companions finally entered Phoenix City and arrived at the door of No. 32 Suzaku Street.

　Judging by the time, Robert should be keeping Doron company right now, so Dak won't bother him at his house.