69 Outside the Valley of the Spears
"Rann?" Marantis' eyes were slightly condensed, and he couldn't remember any famous knight with that name. He looked at the knight in front of him who had not taken off his helmet, and he understood a little.
"All right, Rann. Let's talk. He led the knight to the side and sat down, introducing him to the female Guardian of the Jungle behind him. This is Selendra. My companions. β
Rann nodded to her and said hello.
The moment they met Marandis's eyes, Serendra understood what was in his mind. After greeting Ranne, she stepped aside and poured a glass of water from her water bottle for Rann. "This is the nectar we brought from the moonlit glades, please taste it."
Serendra handed the cup to Ran.
"Thanks," Rann said as he took the cup, but didn't move, looking at Marandis in stantis. "I just want to get to Maradon as soon as possible."
Marandis and Serendra looked at each other.
Marantis spoke, "Since your destination is Malaton, I would like to ask you for one thing. In the depths of Maladon lives an evil and chaotic creature, Princess Thrydes, an elemental associated with the Elder Gods. There, her child, the centaur, killed Cenarius's eldest son, Zarta, and kept his remains. My mission is to recruit adventurers strong enough to kill Thrydes so that we can find Zarta's body before we return to Stonetalon Mountain. β
Rann listened to Marandis's words and noticed that there was an obvious problem: "But why can't you go yourself?" β
Marantis smiled wryly. "It's fine for the other races, but it's fine for us Guardians of the Jungle...... There is a strange depraved force in Maladon that corrupts us and makes us lose our minds, and we are trapped in it forever. β
Seeing that Rann was indifferent, Marantis continued, "The Guardians Sereblas and Kevindra who came here before me have disappeared in Maladon, and we have completely lost contact with them. If it's convenient, I hope you can bring us their news as well. β
"Kill Princess Thrydes and find news of Sereblas and Kevindra? I understand. Rann nodded. So when are we leaving. β
Marandis was surprised by Rann's calm attitude. You know, most people have heard that even two Jungle Guardians are missing in Maladon, and even if they are willing to go, they will definitely consider the benefits and losses in advance.
For this mysterious traveler. He felt like he couldn't see through it anymore. However, the pure light power that Rann just showed proved that he was an orthodox paladin, and such a person should still be more credible than other professions.
It was also a mistake in the decision-making of the Cenarion Council. Originally, they thought that they and Serendra could solve the matter, but when they got here, they found that things were far from being as simple as they imagined. According to the information that was obtained with great difficulty, Sereblas and Kevindra, who had not returned for a long time, should have been lost in Malaton.
Here in Nijère, there are not many garrisons of the Alliance, and there are very few travelers in peacetime, and there are even fewer who are able and willing to help them. Thinking of this, Marantis no longer hesitated.
"In the name of the Cenarion Council, I will ask Barrett to give you a horned eagle. Serendra will take you to the outer Spear Valley of Maladon. But our ability can only help you get there. β
Rann nodded. "That's it, thank you very much." After a pause, he added, "But explain in advance, I can only do my best." And there are no guarantees of anything. β
His remarks only made Marantis trust him a little more. He nodded knowingly: "We know very well what a dangerous place Maladon is, just do your best...... A knight like you, I want to believe you. Hope you can bring us good news. β
Rann stood up and nodded. "I think maybe you have something to say, I'll wait for you outside." With that, he walked straight out the door.
"Marantis......" Serindra, the female guardian of the jungle, whispered behind her. She stepped forward and grabbed his arm and rested her head on his shoulder. "I didn't expect this time to come so quickly, I thought it would take a long time to find the right person......"
Marantis stroked her hair tenderly and dropped a gentle kiss between her green hair. "It's a gift from Cenarius, remember, don't go near Maradon anymore, just let him go alone."
"One man...... Can it really be? Serendra asked hesitantly, "None of the small group of adventurers you asked for last time came back......"
Marandis's eyes flickered, "There are so few adventurers here...... We can't turn to the army for help. There is no way, if you miss this opportunity, you don't know how long you have to wait. β
He gritted his teeth and said, "You go to the vicinity of the Burial Shadow Village and see if there are any people from the tribe who are willing to help, and just say that we will provide payment." β
"Funeral Village? Isn't that a village of trolls? Serendra covered her mouth in surprise.
"I'll let my sisters come with you, I asked the Grand Druid Hamuel Rune Totem of the Minotaur for his permission before I left." He pulled out a few green leaf insignia and handed them to Serendra. "With this. They can't attack you actively. However, you still have to be careful not to go to their villages, in case something ......"
Marandis hugged her tightly and kissed her softly around the neck. "I don't want to lose you."
"Don't worry. It's going to be fine. Serendra patted him on the back in reassurance. I'm leaving. Wait for me good news. β
Serendra walked out deftly and briskly on all fours.
Rann was already waiting for her at Barrett.
When Barrett took the warrant handed by Selindra, he couldn't help but whisper to Rann, "Why don't you just sit on them?" β
Rann smiled wryly as he looked at the few jungle guardians not far away, all of them women, with only a few leaves dotted on key parts. "I don't dare...... Would you love to try it? β
"Hahaha......" Barrett let out a loud laugh as he squeezed his eyes at Rann and lowered his voice. I can't afford this kind of glamorous blessing. β
He led a young, athletic eagle beast out.
"This is the best Hippogriff I've ever had. Remember to bring it back to me with all the mustaches and tails! One less feather I'll want you to look good! β
"Thank you." Rann saluted him and skilfully climbed onto the back of the Hippogriff, and he looked at the leader of Selendra. "Can we go?"
"Hmm...... If we go all out, we'll be able to reach the Valley of Spears on the outskirts of Maladon before dark. Serendra nodded, and after saying that, she led the way to the outpost of Nijel. Follow me. β
Rann waved goodbye to Barrett, flicked the reins of the Horned Hippogriff in his hand, and followed.
The Guardian of the Jungle was fast, but luckily Barrett was prepared and gave him the best Hippogriff. Rann was so engrossed in harnessing the Horned Hippogriff that it could fall behind.
He didn't know that Serendra in front of him was even more horrified.
A human-controlled Hippogriff could keep up with their full speed.
Maybe this person can really help them fulfill their mission here. Thinking of this, she couldn't help but be full of anticipation.
Rao is advancing with all his might, and it is almost evening when he reaches the Valley of the Spear. The clouds on the horizon are like fire.
Serendra paused and handed Rann a map.
"Here's a simple map of the outskirts of the Valley of the Spears, and you should be able to find the entrance to Maradon according to the map. According to our spies, the entrance was in the deepest part of the Valley of the Spears, behind a massive stone door. β
Rann took the map and looked at it carefully as it was still dark.
"Thank you." He quickly returned the map to Serendra.
"You? Remember? A young guardian behind Serendra said in surprise.
"Hmm...... The map is simple. Rann replied as a matter of course.
There's a gleam in Serindra's eyes. Ranne's actions caused her to change her mind, telling Rann what she was going to do.
"We'll go to the Shadow Village, further south of Spear Valley, to ask for more help."
"The territory of the tribe there, right?" Rann said with a frown.
"No way, we don't want to do it if there's another way." Serendra said helplessly. "We can't afford to fail again. It's not that we don't believe you, but we have to seize all hope. β
Seeing that Rann was silent, he didn't know what expression was hidden under his helmet. Serendra handed Rann a green leaf emblem, gritted her teeth, and continued. "Maybe I'll be able to get the help of the tribe over there, and if I meet someone in Maladon who also wears this emblem, I hope you will take care of the big things."
Rann took it, looked at the faint green light in his palm, and clenched it gently. "Thank you for your kindness. I will. A sneer appeared on the corner of his lips, hidden under his helmet. Of course, if they can be so sensible. β
"We'll take the Horned Eagle Beast first, if you want to go back first, go to the south and look for us outside the Shadow Village." Serendra finally admonished.
"Okay, thank you very much." Ran's eyes narrowed slightly, but he returned the salute with a few thoughtful gestures.
"Be careful. Good luck. Serendra looked at the knight in front of her with a complicated expression, wondering if this living being could get out of the terrible Netherworld of Maladon.
Seeing Selindra jump and run again and disappear from his sight, Rann put on his badge, took off his helmet, and brushed his short blonde hair.
Rann took off the water bladder from his waist, took a few sips, and simply ate a few pieces of dry food. After eating and drinking, he put on his helmet again, then looked at the shadow in front of him, and quietly walked into the Valley of the Spears.
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Daddy, I did it......