There were two rental options available: a short-term stay in a two-story duplex loft for twenty low-grade essence stones per month, or a long-term stay for an annual rent of one hundred and eighty low-grade essence stones for the same loft.

Additionally, Nimbus had ties to Oxridge's Independent Immortals Alliance, allowing any immortal to set up market stalls without paying management fees or commissions, attracting many immortals in need of services and goods to the area.

"Can we really set up stalls here?" Adrian inquired.

"Yes, if you're skilled in alchemy or blacksmithing, you'll thrive here and be in high demand among immortals," the steward explained.

Adrian pondered, then asked, "Are there any other housing options besides lofts?"

The steward chuckled. "There are cave dwellings, but I wouldn't recommend them."

"Why not?" Adrian questioned, "Why not save to accumulate as many essence stones as possible?"

The steward was momentarily surprised before laughing. "You're quite