”Hey, kid”
”y-yes”
”...can you tell me about Midzone?”
”eh?”
“I’m a tourist, you see. Since you’re a local, why don’t you tell me about you city?”
Why would he assume I’m a local? Rather than that, you expect me to believe you’re a tourist with your outfit?
”Heeeey” he suddenly waved his hand in front of my face “Are you there? Why do you look so shocked whenever I talk to you?”
because you can kill me at any moment?
”I’m sorry. I was listening. What would you like to know about Midzone, sir?” I tried to smile and speak politely.
“Places you recommend to visit? Also, don’t call me sir. I’m not that old, just call me Carter”
”yes, Mr. Carter” I can’t just talk casually all of a sudden “Midzone is like many other cities close by. The places you might visit would depend on what you want. The city is divided into four big districts, and their names are based on their locations: the northern district, the southern district and so on. All districts are available to visit, except for the western district. That place is only for the privileged, high class people, and special forces that follow the Mayor’s command. Some people who went there were arrested for a long time, and few were excuted! So don’t risk it. The basic services are available in every district, such as hospitals and shops. We are currently in the Eastern District, were we have one public hospital, and many restaurants and shops. It’s mostly known for its market and goods, and many tourists visit it mostly for shopping. As for scenery, we have the Eastern beach and the Green Peak Mountain close to each other. Actually, Please let me check something...”
I paused while looking at the map again on my phone. I searched a bit about the hotel.
”Ah, you’re in luck, Mr. Carter. It seems that Majestic hotel have Tour Guides exclusive for any customer who books a room. They can provide you with better information than mine.”
”that’s great” He didn’t seem to pay much attention except for when I warned him about the Western District.
“Say, those ‘special forces’ that the mayor has, can you tell me more about them?”
As if I know anything!! I’m just a normal citizen, not an Invistigator. His question really made me unsettled.
“I only know that they had the biggest role in enforcing the Safe Zone Agreement on the three cities around us. At least, that’s what I was taught in school”
”Well, this is interesting” the gangester chuckled. It was scary.
“So, you’re in high school?” He changed the topic suddenly.
URGH! That’s none of your business!! But I care for my little life, so...
”uh, yes, sir”
”I told you to call me Carter, kid”
”M-Mr. Carter”
“Whatever, I won’t force you” He sighed, then said smiling mockingly ”Do you have plans for your future?”
Again, what’s with the personal questions?! I want to become a Doctor, but Do I have to tell him that?!
”Just finish High school with Good grades first, then I’ll take my time to decide my major for college”
”Is zat so? Then, make sure the job you’re aiming for pays well. You wouldn’t want to wear THESE types of clothes forever, right?”
Was he insinuating that my clothes look cheap? I don’t deny that. I was wearing a casual hoodie jacket and Jeans pants. Still, that was a really rude remark. As expected from a Gangester.
The problem was that I couldn’t stop myself from replying back.
”Rather than my upgrading my clothes, I’de rather upgrade my personality as whole. For example, my manners when speaking with people?”
AAAAAAH!! Why did I say thaaaaaat?!! STUPID ME?! How are manners gonna save your life in front of a gangester, you idiot?!
The gangester walking, so I stopped too. He looked at me with his eyes wide open, as if he couldn’t believe I replied to him like that. As if it was the first time someone spoke to him like that. Surprisingly, he grinned at me.
“Huh, not bad. you’ve got some guts, kid” He said with a smile “you’re right, I apologize for what I said” then he continued walking in silence. I was surprised that he didn’t explode or get angry at me. It was a miracle. He seemed like a refined gangester, if there was such an expression in the first place.
I hurried and walked after him. Did he forget I’m the one who knows the way?
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