Chapter 3 Hitchhiking
The pleasant charter journey ended after twenty-five minutes.
"Sir, you've arrived."
As the coachman spoke, Jason stepped out of the carriage with his bag.
On the side of the road is the 'Delin Carriage Company', which has a large vertical signboard, at the top of which is a wooden carving of a horse's head, and at the bottom of the signboard is a wheel.
Two carts without horses were parked at the door.
"Hey, Jason."
"I heard Crow say you're going to go far away?"
After Jason pushed the door open and walked in, a man who appeared to be in charge walked in.
Black vest, white shirt, trousers, leather shoes, hair is a little sparse, and his face is a bit similar to the old man in the apartment who handed him a business card.
"So, I don't have to hand you Old Delin's business card?"
Jason asked rhetorically.
This made the middle-aged Delin laugh.
"Of course not."
"Although my dad didn't often give people a business card, I knew what it looked like."
Delin joked, and then, after motioning for the guy to pour Jason a glass of lemonade, he asked, "What kind of carriage do you need Jason?" I'll give you the lowest price. ”
"I need to be able to get to the harbor of Hans as quickly as possible."
Jason took a sip of lemonade after making his only request.
It tastes good, sweet and sour, it should be with honey.
"Fastest speed?"
"You have two options."
"The first is the wagon that you drive, it is a two-wheeled carriage with a pocket, a portable carriage that can be pulled up and closed in the carport, your things can be put in the pocket, and there is no problem with adding an extra sleeping bag to sleep at night, and, because you only need one horse to drive, the price will be very cheap, only 30 delings."
"The second is the usual four-wheeled carriage, which has the advantage of being wide and able to hold more things, but you need a qualified coachman and the cost of two horse-drawn carriages, which is at least 70 delings."
Delin introduces Jason.
Then, I personally showed Jason two kinds of carriages.
At the back of the shop, Jason saw the solo wagon, bright red, delicate pockets and fishbone-shaped tents, and there was no doubt that if you were going to have a picnic in the countryside, this was really the best choice.
And Jason?
After hearing that he needed to drive the carriage himself, Jason abandoned the solo wagon.
He was familiar with cars, but ...... about horse-drawn carriages
Ignorant.
And, considering that you need to read the books given by the old sir on the way, the second option is naturally the best.
"Can I look at the second option?"
Jason asked.
"Of course!"
Delin smiled and pointed to the carriage on the other side.
"Traditional craftsmanship, strong and durable."
"Egret professors helped modify the suspension."
"The carriage is able to withstand a certain level of attack."
Delin introduced.
"That's it."
Jason, who already had a choice, said very simply after hearing Delin's introduction.
"You'll also need a coachman."
"Need an introduction?"
Delin asked.
"Yes."
As he spoke, Jason took out the money order given by his aunt and asked, "Can the money order be settled?" ”
"No problem."
"Jason, I'm suggesting you buy enough food."
"You can buy pretty cheap food in Jedanlen, and once you leave Jedanlen, the unfamiliar carriage is what some guys see as a 'big fat sheep'."
Delin kindly reminded.
"Can I give it to you?"
"I also need pots and pans, a charcoal stove, a barbecue grill, some spices, etc."
While it was strange why Jason needed these strange kitchen utensils, Delin didn't ask much.
Maybe just a picnic in passing?
With this in mind, Delin began to arrange for the guys to be busy.
In about an hour, everything was done.
The driver also came to report.
It was a middle-aged man in a sackcloth coat, with an ordinary stature, but with a short sword with a sheath at his waist.
"Peters, one of the best coachmen I've ever had."
"Not only can you drive all kinds of carriages, but it can also ensure that Jason avoids some unnecessary trouble."
Delin meant something.
Jason's gaze swept over the dagger, and he understood.
In the long run, the most important thing to worry about is safety.
Although this place will not be like a city that never sleeps, there are still some details that need to be paid attention to.
"Hello."
The coachman, who was clearly a man of few words, greeted Jason and then stood still.
Jason nodded in return.
Delin, on the other hand, quietly pulled Jason aside.
"That's the remaining 120 dereams."
After Delin handed over the rest of the money to Jason, in order to confirm, he asked in a low voice again, "Are you sure you don't need one or two bodyguards?" Peters was good, but he ...... His head is a bit old-fashioned, he likes cold weapons, and now a flintlock pistol is enough to kill. ”
"That's enough."
"I can handle some trouble."
Jason said with a smile.
"Yes!"
"You're a graduate of Camp Griffon, after all."
"Those guys are unlucky when they run into you!"
Delin suddenly thought of something, and immediately laughed.
After the guys loaded the food, water, pots and pans, barbecue grills, and more they needed for the journey on the roof of the wagon, Jason was ready to go.
"Have a nice trip, Jason."
Delin sent out the car dealership.
"Hmm."
Jason smiled and nodded, and Peters shook the reins and headed south.
After a casual conversation just now, Jason had a general idea of the trip.
From Jetanlun, it is necessary to pass through the two large cities of Tao and Rob and dozens of villages and towns, and almost cross most of the Xiqi County to reach the harbor of 'Hans'.
If the carriage travels normally, it will take about 9-10 days.
And now it's September 15th.
Arriving at the harbor of 'Hans' before the 26th was quite tight.
Therefore, Jason decided to go on a starry night.
Of course, at this time, Jason was finally able to open the book that the old Sir had given him, but just as he had studied a few pages, the carriage had just left the city limits of Jedanlen, when the carriage, which was moving smoothly and quickly, suddenly slowed down.
"Mr. Jason, there's someone stopping the car up ahead."
"It's a lady."
"There was no one lying in ambush."
Peters, the coachman, said accurately, and the carriage did not really stop.
Obviously, waiting for Jason to decide.
Through the window, Jason could see a girl in a cloth skirt standing on the side of the road waving her arms.
In the setting sun, the other party's young face was flushed with a faint flush.
It looks youthful and full of energy.
"Hello."
"Can you give me a ride?"
"My home is in the town of Karl in front."
The young girl noticeably noticed Jason's observation, and opened her mouth as the carriage was about to pass by.
"Peters, stop."
Jason spoke.
Immediately, the coachman stopped the carriage.
And dutifully opened the car door.
"Thank you."
The girl thanked the coachman and boarded the carriage.
The girl sat down across from Jason, and as soon as she sat down.
The young girl thanked Jason very sincerely.
"Hello, I'm Denise."
"I went to Jedanlen today and accidentally forgot the time and missed the bus bus."
"I'm glad you passed by."
"I finally don't have to walk back."
"I'm so happy."
Jason silently closed the book and said lightly-
"You're too early to rejoice."