Chapter 15 First Vacation (2)
The days at Crossbell are hectic and restful.
Salesmen running before and after for work, business vehicles that constantly sell goods to tourists, these people are undoubtedly busy, walking through the streets of Crossbell in their work clothes, constantly busy for their livelihood. On the other hand, the old people who walk, the children who play, these people are out of place and leisurely. They are also present in every corner of Crossbell. One hundred thousand people with two near-extreme lifestyles exist simultaneously in Crossbell.
This is a bit like the current situation of Crossbell, the economy is developing rapidly, it is not an exaggeration to say that its economy is the fastest in the whole continent, and on the other hand, his politics are also notoriously slow, suppressed by the empire and the republic at the same time, although in the name of "autonomous region", but in terms of sovereignty, I am afraid that it is not even comparable to an administrative region.
This autonomous prefecture with the bell as its coat of arms has always developed in such a deformed way. It's like the city of Crossbell. The newly built high-rise buildings shine brightly, and the old houses that have experienced more than ten years of wind and rain have fallen into the dust.
At this time, in the corner of Zhongyang Square in Crossbell City, five neatly dressed figures crowded into the crowd, walking in a way that did not belong to the two previous factions.
This was originally You's suggestion to let Lloyd take him on a tour of Cross Bell, however, Lloyd hasn't been back for three years, and Randy has spent most of his time living a two-point and one-line life at Belgard Gate and Cross Bell's Happy Street, where the garrison is located, and is not very familiar with Cross Bell City. Ellie was a little uneasy, so she joined as a guide. Because the assembly of the guide terminal and the laying of the guide cable are mainly in the afternoon, the morning time is still relatively free, although Theo is a little reluctant, but still Lloyd said, "It's like this anyway, let's go shopping together." "I took it away for the reason.
The first vacation of five people has officially begun!
You and Lloyd are still dressed as usual, and Randy's orange coat is simply not wearing an outer coat because it was worn out near the shoulder of the underground space yesterday, and the upper body is changed into a light yellow shirt with orange decorative threads printed on it. Ellie changed into a pearl blue dress, but her high-heeled boots were not changed, and the gun was tucked away in the holster on the inner thigh. It's just the difference of a piece of clothing, and her temperament suddenly changed, from a capable civilian to a young lady. Theo was still dressed in black, with metal guards on his chest that resembled medieval armor. Although Ellie persuaded her to change into a more cute outfit, she still said "this is my work clothes" and refused.
Crossbell City can be roughly divided into several areas: Central Square, West Street, East Street, Administrative District, Harbor District, Happy Street, Residential Street, Old Town, Zhanqian Street, Back Alley, and IBC Bank.
The central square, where the men are now located, is the center of Crossbell. It is mainly a plaza with various shops, and the department building of the Special Mission Support Division is also located next to the central plaza. Stepping out the door and stepping up a flight of stairs, it is the Kilonde Arms Chamber of Commerce.
"Oh? Weapons store? I wonder if there is a new guide machine gun? β
You said this and pushed open the door of the Chamber of Commerce.
"I told you, I have no plans to join!"
The man's angry voice was harsh in the empty space of metal.
"Haha, don't be so angry. Buying and selling is not benevolent. I'll put these few trial works here. You can take a look at the effect first. Ha ha. β
Another hearty, rugged voice said.
Just when the five of them were confused, a tall man in a dark green thick coat slowly walked towards the door. The man was about forty years old, bald, a little fierce-looking, with a beard, and a head and a half taller than Lloyd. The collar of the coat is decorated with black down, which matches the black beard.
He was followed by a bodyguard-like man, the same height as the man in the dark green coat, or even taller, also about forty years old, with a lion-like messy hair, a camouflage vest on his body, and many bulletproof layers on his dark green trousers. A scar stretches from his cheek to his forehead, even destroying the integrity of his hairline, showing what a terrible battle he has been through.
The bodyguard dragged a double-edged giant sword with a full 3 sub-distance length, and without any more movements, it exuded a solemn aura. Several people unconsciously began to be on guard, and You and Randy directly showed hostility.
"Oh, it's a few kids. Hahaha, don't show that kind of expression. Come on, laugh one. Seeing the five people with serious expressions at the door, the bald man first looked at the bodyguards beside him, and then laughed heartily.
He half-bent over and looked at Ellie closely.
"Oh? This kid is playing with guns, right? And it's a single-shot version. At this time, I have to recommend our company's new products to you. β
Ellie couldn't help frowning when she smelled the smell of tobacco and alcohol on him, and it seemed that there was still some kind of stench of oil, and the bald man probably guessed the reason and stood up straight. Yu Tatsumi took a small step without a trace, just in time for his shoulders to stand in front of Ellie.
The bald man snapped his fingers, and the scarred man nodded, and took out a pistol from his arms that was larger than the average guide pistol. The whole body is jet black, the generator of the guided bullet slightly emits a ferocious red light, and the tail of the gun is equipped with three guided magazines, and the position of the gun body is also very exaggerated with some special equipment.
"The caliber is 11.7 miles, and the ammunition capacity is 360 rounds. Moreover, it is possible to fire not only ordinary guided projectiles, but in special cases, old gunpowder shells. Although the pistol grenade was canceled for ease of carrying, the laser mode was added...... "The bald man introduced several people with a slightly fanatical look.
Seeing that he was still inclined to continue, Lloyd nodded lightly and interrupted, "Sorry, we just came here for a visit, and we have no intention of buying anything." β
"Oh, haha, that's my rambling." The bald man smiled heartily again, and his thick hand took out a golden card from his pocket. "This is our address, and it's still under renovation, and it will open in about ten days. When the time comes, I can give you a half-price discount on any item. β
"Uh, thank you."
A few people were a little confused for a while, and in the end, Lloyd, as the team leader, took the card, the five people got out of the door, and the two big men squeezed out.
When the two of them went out, Randy and You breathed a sigh of relief, and Randy sighed exaggeratedly, the anger in his eyes had not yet dissipated: "It's really a dangerous sense of oppression." β
"Yes. The murderous aura almost forced me to do it first......" You also looked anxious, and he pressed his left chest hard, as if this would calm his mood better.
Theo nodded, although she didn't have the combat experience of those two people, her perception was far better than the others, in fact, she was the one who felt it the most. Just now, she seemed to see a burning black flame from behind the giant sword bodyguard.
Lloyd and Ellie also felt the pressure, but it wasn't as obvious as the others.
Carrumen Haas.
The name is printed on the gold card, and the back is delicately patterned. Lloyd flicked it to his ear, carefully discerning the sound of metal. It is pure gold. Even in this era of the popularization of guiding civilization, gold still firmly occupies the top spot as the king of precious metals.
Although I want to ask about the identities of those two people in detail, it is obviously not the time to talk about this. Lloyd put away his card and suggested, "Then, everyone, let's go to the counter and have a look." In the absence of information, Lloyd felt the need to ask the boss who had just seemed to have clashed with those two men.
"Welcome...... Although I want to say that...... But little devil, you can't buy weapons without a license in Crossbell! I'm a regular shop, not like that kind of bastard shop. If you're here to go shopping, go out quickly. β
Kirund, the owner of the Kirund Arms Chamber of Commerce, sat behind the counter with an angry expression, and he had obviously heard Lloyd's perfunctory words to the bald man. Various weapons were arranged in the space around him, and in front of him there were two large black boxes, about 2 sub-distances long and about 80 miles wide, with red down pads in the boxes, and the black heavy machine guns lying quietly in them, the cold guns exuding a violent hideousness.
At the notice of the firearm, both Lloyd and Randy looked stunned. Randy's expression was cold, and he couldn't see emotion. Presumably he had been exposed to something in the garrison, right? Or have you ever suffered a loss from a similar weapon?
And Lloyd is because it is the first time he has seen such a huge firearm, let's say, if this is a guide gun, then this specification can definitely easily maim people to death. It seems, is it just a bald man who has come to promote his own products?
Moreover, the boss just mentioned that he was a regular store, and he heard a few words at the door before...... Are the two people just now really black businessmen who are illegally selling arms?
Noticing that the boss's face was darker, Ellie hurriedly stepped forward and smiled gently: "Actually, we are members of the Crossbell Police Department. β
"Police? Would a kid like you be a police officer? The Kilond boss had a blatant distrust on his face. However, he thought for a moment, and said a little impatiently: "By the way, you are what Sergei said before...... I see, just take a look. When you buy a weapon, remember to show me the survey booklet, which can be used in lieu of a license. β
"Then, boss, this machine gun ......" You thoughtfully pointed to the huge heavy machine gun on the counter.
"This is not for sale! And it's contraband! If you don't want to get in trouble, don't ask. Kilond made no secret of his anger. It is not difficult to see that his current mood is very unstable.
"It's so troublesome for one or two...... What is the magic wand first, and then the forbidden machine gun......" Boss Kirund thought dissatisfiedly. Theo keenly caught a key word and asked, "The boss just mentioned the magic wand?" β
"Ah, yes, before those two bastards, a man who looked like a technician came and shoehorned this thing into me, saying that it was some newly developed weapon - who do I want to sell this inexplicable thing to!" The boss of Kirund said as he bent down and pulled out a magic wand from under the counter.
"Wizard Wand? Isn't that the weapon Theo is using? Isn't that a weapon that's still being tested? Ellie asked curiously.
"And, someone who looks like a technician?" You repeat this.
It's a little suspicious, is it stealing something that is being developed and exchanging it for money? You and Lloyd thought at the same time.
"That ......" subtly sensed the thoughts of the two people, and Theo explained a little helplessly, "I think that person is probably my boss......"
"Boss?" Lobbying.
"Hmm...... I think he's probably here to deliver an improved beta version of the wand. Theo showed a rare expression of dissatisfaction, and sighed like a mother who was helpless about her child's pranks: "It would be nice to teach me directly......"
Several people showed subtle expressions on their faces: Well, why don't I just give it to you?
Listening to the small talk of a few people, the boss of Kironde scratched his hair: "Although I don't understand very well, you can just buy this thing for the little girl." Hurry up and buy it, no matter what, I paid for it. 390 meters, I will sell it to you at the original price. β
Reluctantly, Theo took out his wallet and paid for it, and took a brand new staffβwhoever spent money on equipment that should have been given to him would be dissatisfied.
"Then, boss, I'll place an order unceremoniously. Please give me a portable guide machine gun. "You has not forgotten his original intention. He really has the weapons he wants to buy.
"Seniors...... Was it with a machine gun? Theo asked, curiously. This man had given the impression that he was a fighter in the previous battle on the rooftop.
"No, it's not me. It's for you. "The words of swimming make a few people confused. Seeing that they didn't understand, You continued to explain: "In order to adapt to a variety of war situations in the future, it is always good to carry some suppressive firepower. For example, with the small size and social monsters, the strafing of the guided machine gun is much easier than fighting one by one. β
Ellie nodded, indeed, the current few people are relatively lacking in range firepower. Although there is also a large area of attack magic in the channeling magic, the magic has a driving process, which is not as fast as the machine gun pulls the trigger.
The boss of Kilond turned around a little impatiently and came over with a single pistol. "Agile Star of the Republic of Urnu Company. Equipment that is now also used by the garrison. Do you want to test shoot? β
"Well, then please." You nodded and took the machine gun, holding it in his hand and observing it carefully.
Hearing that he was going to test the shot, Randy smiled quite self-deprecatingly, rubbed his hair vigorously with his wide palm, and said, "I don't match the nature of this gun, so I won't try it - I'll go to Happy Street for a while, you feel free." Without waiting for a few people to reply, he strode away. When he went out, he didn't forget to put his index finger on his forehead and apologize with a cheerful look: "I'm sorry, I lost your interest." β
Several people looked at each other, and Lloyd pondered for a moment and said, "Then, I'll go and look around too." β