As people poured out of the boats, the harbor became lively. Returning to land, those who were on a long voyage for the first time staggered a few steps before exhaling a long sigh of relief. The weather-hardened sailors shouted loudly and began the final phase of busyness. By the time Paul had arranged for everyone and walked towards Joey's house with heavy steps, it was already time for dinner.

At Joey's house, Beth was a little anxious. Ever since her father told her that Paul would be coming for dinner, she had been in a better mood for some reason. She has no objection to her father's arrangement for such a thing as marriage. And Paul was a lovely lad. The strong physique polished by the wind and waves, coupled with the unique bookish atmosphere of scholars, I don't know how many girls have charmed. At least Beth knew that she couldn't resist his charms.

Beth has always been a little unconfident about herself, maybe she is still a beauty in this small port, but what about leaving this port?

Sometimes Beth even regrets receiving an education as a scholar, and from the book she learns about the vastness of the outside. From the mouths of those scholars in the past, she knew the prosperity of the City of Wisdom. If you are ignorant, you will not have these troubles.

Although Paul privately praised her beauty, saying that her beauty was innocent and clean, she still felt understated. Paul says that women in the city rely on glitz, hypocrisy, and beauty through disguise. Unlike here, relying on authenticity to show the beauty of nature. Paul's explanation reassured her, and in return she gave her first kiss.

She tried to praise Paul for his strength, but he always made Paul blush. Whenever this happens, he tells her stories about the continent over there, focusing on three powerful races - the Hellknights, the Dragoons, and the Northlanders. He will talk about the strength of the Hell Knights he has seen, the sharpness of the dragoons, and the rumored extraordinaryness of the Northlanders.

She didn't think Paul was worse than those people, and that her sweetheart was just humble. Although it is only a small harbor, there is no shortage of sailors who boast of their strength. So she trusts her vision, even if Paul never shows it off.

She had been very happy since she learned that the scholars had decided to move here. The sea that had separated him from Paul finally ceased to exist. And Paul's arrival today has brought happiness to its peak, so today's dinner from her hands is a little too rich.

Mother, who has always occupied the kitchen, rarely gives up her position. From time to time, her father cast a smiling gaze, but she couldn't do it. Beth was just happily preparing dinner.

There was a knock on the door, and Paul walked in with a smile on his face. He still had a gift for his parents in his hand, as well as a flower to please her.

At the dinner table, Joey, as always, began to inquire about the situation on the mainland. As Paul spoke, his face grew solemn. This solemnity soon affected everyone, and even Paul, who was telling the story, began to hesitate.

After listening to Paul's story, Joey was silent for a long time and suddenly changed the subject. He knocked on the table, "You're also old enough to get married, so if you're okay, get married sooner." ”

This thoughtless sentence made Beth run back to the bedroom with a red face. Paul stared at Joey in surprise, not knowing what to say for a moment.

Joey glared slightly, "What, you don't agree?"

Paul hurriedly waved his hand and explained in a panic: "I'm just not ready yet, I want to come up with a decent dowry." ”

"The best dowry as a scholar is knowledge and knowledge, so as a young man you are rich enough. ”

Cramped, Paul nodded solemnly, "Okay, everything is up to you." ”

Joey's gesture brings the cozy dinner to a hasty end in a strange atmosphere. Suspicious, Paul went to the courtyard at Joey's beckoning.

Seeing that there was no one else beside him, Paul asked with some urgency, "What's wrong?" Uncle Joey. ”

"Danger is coming. ”

"Didn't we dodge?"

Joey shook his head, "You think the Northlands are dangerous, and you think Bran the wizard is dangerous. But what if the danger doesn't just come from them?"

Looking at Paul, who was staring at him, Joey continued: "Although we are both scholars, I am more concerned about war. People like me were originally trained for war and to protect the city of wisdom. It's just that the more powerful warriors have overshadowed our light.

Even so, we are still present in the war with the demons. While we have earned respect with our lives and blood, we have also gained many valuable experiences that allow us to detect certain omens in advance.

The Northlanders are shrinking their defenses and accumulating strength.

I haven't met Bran the Wizard, and I don't know if the rumored deeds actually happened. But even if he only has half of the rumored performance, he will be a feared figure. But he is cautiously shrinking and waiting, what do you think he is afraid of?

You'll need to shift your focus to the defenses here. As for the accommodation, it would be nice to be sheltered from the wind and rain. ”

"But, Uncle Joey......"

"Scholars have a long history and hide many secrets that you can't imagine. External rhetoric is often just a façade to create an explanation that followers can approve of.

Buzz may be really afraid of death, maybe he really wants to gain eternal life, but isn't that a kind of refuge? He and his closest people choose to hide under the wings of the strong to meet the possible crisis. ”

Paul was still a little confused, "But what does this have to do with marriage?"

Joey sighed, "We are alone and have no way out, and this small harbor can't withstand too much wind and waves. And we who are in it should cherish everything now, and have some wishes in advance. ”

Looking at Joey's solemn expression and listening to his slightly heavy tone, Paul felt some kind of ominous omen, and the skeleton in his memory resurfaced. He was even a little panicked, and subconsciously used a slightly distant honorific title. "Do you think this decision was wrong?"

Looking at Paul's demeanor, Joey couldn't help but smile, "Whether it's wrong or not depends on the final result." Some people hold secrets that you and I don't have access to, so there must be a reason for many seemingly ridiculous decisions. Soon your teacher will be here too, and he may not be responsible for us, but he must be responsible for himself.

Therefore, we can trust him for the time being and get through this together. ”

......

On the other side of the sea, Ge Yin stood under the moon and looked at the ships on the sea, and nodded with satisfaction. Paul did well, and the kid was always able to satisfy him. As for the final credit being robbed, Ge Yin didn't care very much. The internal struggle is not a tempering of the heart, he only hopes that this child can survive and win in the competition of people's hearts.

The waves swayed gently, and there was a slight wading sound in the sound of the waves, and several of the attendants of the arch guards nearby immediately became alert.

"Who! Who's where?"

Hearing the question, the wading sound paused for a moment before it sounded again. This time they didn't hide it anymore, and quickly swooped down on them with a thud. In the tent not far away, the wizard who was supposed to be in charge of guarding was also awakened by this shout.

One hundred and ten monsters also appeared in his perception, and he couldn't help but scream loudly with sleepy eyes: "Enemy attack!"