Mystic Overlord: Reading Gives Strength-Chapter 1295 - 1289: Hamono

Ronald and Catherine lay on the bench, quietly experiencing the care given to them by the doctor.

They didn't spend too much time.

Compared to the local residents who rescued them onto land.

The doctor treating Ronald and Catherine was much more approachable.

They entered this special clinic in the afternoon.

Before dinner time, Ronald had already learned about their current situation through a conversation with the doctor.

First, the city was called Hamono.

In the local language, it means 'Shady City'.

And as for the city's establishment, there is clear historical documentation, recording that a century ago, an adventurer traveling the world rescued a group of residents affected by floods, and subsequently, he led those people to settle here, establishing this city.

Recently, due to revelations from the mystical side, it was confirmed that the pioneer who established this city was actually a powerful caster.

As for the geographic location Ronald is most concerned about now...

Unfortunately.

This place is located in the northern part of the planet, directly opposite the distant region of the Ratojoa continent where [Graid] is located.

Apart from a few adventurers who travel the world, capable of connecting information between the two places during their journey, this location is usually completely isolated from [Graid].

"..."

Receiving such news, Ronald naturally felt quite helpless.

The place he intends to go is located in a distant country in the southern hemisphere, relatively close to [Graid] in terms of longitude.

And the current location of this Hamono city...

To put it bluntly, if a long enough stick were to be inserted straight down from this city's surface, when it emerges from the other side of the planet, it would be closer to Ronald's destination.

Ronald is now facing the actual situation.

Getting from here to the endpoint of the [Graid] fleet's voyage roughly means crossing the farthest distance on the entire planet.

Even if his flying speed is fast enough.

It is still quite a lengthy and exceedingly extravagant goal.

"..."

Ronald silently got up from the bench, sulking, troubled about how he should proceed.

Entire planet's route length.

He now understood how tense and excited Phileas Fogg must have felt when facing the challenge of an eighty-day journey around the world.

And simultaneously.

Catherine, who was pretending to be in a coma the entire time, also opened her eyes and then initiated a conversation with the doctor treating them.

Just like Ronald had thought before.

She had closed her eyes to mobilize Magic Power, in order to rely on some spell to decipher the language used by the locals.

So now when Catherine spoke.

She immediately demonstrated at least a level of fluency for smooth communication with the locals.

Yet, the doctor appeared indifferent to this.

He only knew Ronald and Catherine were the unfortunate survivors of a shipwreck, concerned solely about their health. As for other issues, this kind old man did not inquire.

Thus, Catherine pretended to be a rather convincing victim, her tone somewhat tense as she asked:

"Doctor, is there any problem with Ronald and my bodies?"

"Will we be able to have children in the future?"

The aging healer shook his head gently, proactively comforting this lovely yet worn-out looking girl:

"Don't worry, you two are just overtired and have been hungry for a bit too long. As long as you rest well and avoid overly stimulating food soon, you'll be fine in no time."

At this moment, Catherine's eyes flickered, and her tone turned halting:

"But… but we've lost our belongings at sea, the treatment costs problem…"

"Child, don't worry. Those in need of a medical consultation here don't have to pay directly. If you wish, you can pay the fee once you are financially comfortable in the future."

After saying this, the elderly healer pointed outside:

"If you feel hungry, upon exiting the clinic and going straight for about 150 meters, you'll find a bakery where you can charge on credit. I think it should solve your current trouble."

"..."

Hearing such a response, even Catherine couldn't help but be momentarily taken aback.

Though she has not lived in the outside world, she understands how incredible such friendly treatment is!

Catherine tried her best to maintain her performance, slightly lowering her eyes, displaying a delighted yet embarrassed expression:

"This… how could we possibly accept…"

The elderly doctor's smile appeared once more:

"The city of Hamono was originally established through goodwill, and those living here are willing to extend this goodwill to others."

"If you truly feel guilty about accepting it, then when you encounter others facing similar difficulties in the future, just remember to lend a hand."

Catherine showed compliance and deep gratitude:

"I… I understand, I'm really… I'm really very thankful!"

"..."

Catherine and the doctor ended their conversation here.

Since it is still a clinic, the elderly gentleman cannot focus all his energy solely on Catherine, as other patients also need his care.

They waited for about fifteen minutes.

Ronald and Catherine felt it was about time, so they got up, bid farewell, and left the clinic.

As they proceeded along the twisting and winding path among the treehouses.

Catherine softly asked Ronald:

"Ronald, how do you feel?"

"Just like I said, people here possess good intentions, it's most likely not a dangerous place."

After being escorted to the hospital and receiving free treatment.

Even if Ronald was still vigilant, he had to nod and admit:

"You were right. This indeed is a place where kind-hearted individuals gather."

"..."

Ronald and Catherine softly conversed as they walked out.

Before they could leave the clinic, while descending the spiral stairs on the tree, footsteps echoed from outside.

——That might be another patient coming to see the doctor.

Just as they were about to meet the person, Ronald thought this way.

But upon their encounter at the clinic entrance… Ronald looked up and saw a face he had never expected.

The visitor was a burly, physically robust, and simultaneously forceful-looking middle-aged man.

"..."

"Ronald? Ronald Adler!!!"

Even though Ronald had disguised his appearance.

Upon meeting, the burly man still instantly recognized him.

No, to be more precise.

This person appearing as a man was not truly human.

He was a demon.

The very demon Ronald had encountered in [Berlenwich] before.

The one who was theoretically a caster belonging to the [Nine Commandments Assembly], summoned from another world, and had battled Ronald more than once—Lama!