Team GarDNAnge1 wandered the streets of Bosstown looking for the rejuvenation chamber. The symbol of Sanity, a golden Apple leaf pointed up with a black sword pointed down, was proudly displayed on their pristine black cloaks promising doom to anyone that would think of disturbing them. Warriors from Sanity were among the best in the world. At this point, they would prefer not to be disturbed. Hopefully, the wildlife would cooperate.
From what was left of the varied houses they could tell that this city was once prosperous like so many others. Now there was little to distinguish it from the wild lands. Remnants of a city remained. There was an upturned stair case here, a broken brick chimney there. Through the towering weeds, they could tell where the roads used to be. They walked down them towards what looked like a more populated area.
Even in the populated areas, the city was all but abandoned. The only people around had their own business to attend. It seemed like the locals wanted to restore the city to a former glory. The locals tried to get their attention. Normally Sanity warriors, especially the Pure Order Set stopped to help the less fortunate. This time, their mission was far more important.
Tirzah Hang, paused as she took in the dark stone building. They had never needed to go these lengths before but they knew all about changing times. The trails were approaching and the leaders of Sanity decided to participate again. Pure Order and Pure Wealth have usually done well but this time; a vital piece of their clan was missing. The oldest and greatest warrior clans came here for help.
Her three companions paused beside her; taking in their leader’s reflection and reluctance. They shared her doubts, but history had been recorded and replayed for all to see. The events were studied and used as text for other builders to follow. Even after fifty years, builders still envied her skill. If their information was correct the builder of legend was inside.
“Are you sure we want to do this love,” Oyintsa Yuan, her second in command said. His hand sought the safety of his cloak and the grip of his combat shotgun. They were easily projected to be much stronger than any known enemy in this city. However, the Prevention Talent user knew to be ready anyway. “There has to be others in Sanity that can help.”
“We’ve not come this far to turn back now,” she replied. Tirzah slowly started walking again. The others followed suit. Approaching the building, it seemed much taller now and strangely clean. It had to be the only well kept building in the city. Even in a city like this, the Rejuvenation Center’s standards were kept.
“These places creep me out,” Royal Qiu said as they climbed the dirty debris filled stairs. Thankfully, the wind only blew slightly today, just enough to catch the tail of her cape and waist long red hair.
“What could possibly be the problem,” Hachiro Tai said as he turned full circle climbing the stairs with them. “We’ve all been to places like this before.”
“Coming out, yes. But going in?” Royal help back a shudder. Having been in the rejuvenation chamber several times, she preferred not to be reminded of the discomfort. For the first few days after rejuvenation, muscles never seemed to work right. Limbs would fall asleep at random. She always wondered why but preferred not to be told.
They entered the building and were hit with the sudden chill. The receptionist was equally cold. “Bosstown Rejuvenation Center. How can I help you?” His words were polite, but his tone told her to go away.
Tirzah tried not to get upset. This man had probably done his job long enough not to care who he was talking to anymore. Besides, if she hurt him, it would take a lot of convincing the next time she needed to be rejuvenated. “We would like to see if you have a very special builder. Her name is Aa Dee Seven.”