Chapter 681: Nanhai Town and Mabre
The suggestion should be feasible, Locke thought about it for a moment. The MIA and the Security Service have different focuses, and there is certainly some overlap between the two sides, but the two sides can exchange information.
As for the rest, what to say about this matter, as long as the elves are not integrated into human society on a large scale, human suspicion of elves will continue to exist. Unless humans and elves combine in large numbers and give birth to a large number of half-breeds, this suspicion may slowly disappear.
When the time comes, ask Noris, I'm sure she'll do the same.
It wasn't long before another group of cavalry came to the aid along King's Road. These men were dressed in the robes of the Stormwind Kingdom, and Bridget explained that they were all Coalition troops stationed in Southsea Town.
Under the protection of these men, Locke's team finally reached the outskirts of Nanhai Town without danger, and the villages and farms along the way gradually improved, not as dilapidated as they had seen before.
The pastures were full of cattle, sheep and horses, and covered the small slopes in the distance.
"The people of Hillsbrad are hardworking and courageous, and they work tirelessly to protect the homes and environments in which they live." Brigitte nodded to the knight standing beside the road, and she slowly introduced Locke to the customs, "They resist the invasion of Naga and Fishmen on the coastline of Hillsbrad, and fight to the death against the syndicate thieves who destroy their villages and ranches. ”
"They enthusiastically participated in the South Sea Town militia organized by Mabre, and before we came here, they worked with Marshal Redpass's coalition soldiers to maintain law and order around South Sea Town and protect everyone here."
"Because of the evil deeds of syndicate thieves, the punishment for any kind of crime here is severe. It could be just stealing a small piece of black bread, or it could be decapitated on the docks in Nanhai Town. ”
Most of the pedestrians along the King's Road are dressed in white, from their headscarves and hats to their leather boots. Locke knew that this was the white costume that represented the traditional Lordaeron.
Most people were surprised by Locke's group, they just glanced at it and leaned down on the side of the road and waited for them to pass. Only a very small number of people are happy about their existence.
From time to time, Locke could hear some people shouting for them to punish the Syndicate's bandits.
The King's Road soon became crowded, with small traders lining the road with piles of fruits, animal skins, and dried goods. The roads are crowded with people, and people here speak accents from all over the place and haggle in the lingua franca.
Southsea Town is only a small town, and if it weren't for its location, it wouldn't have subsequently become the largest settlement in Hillsbrad. There is a small pier, but the harbor is deep enough that there are regular passenger ships to the Stormwind Kingdom every half month, and sometimes Kurtilas and ships flying the flag of Theramore also come here.
However, after the outbreak of the Third War, as Lordaeron gradually declined, overland trade was greatly affected. It became an important port for many maritime traders to move north. Because of the increase in commerce, the town began to expand outward, and houses expanded outward along the town. Large warehouses for storing goods can be found everywhere near the coastline. This continued until the expansion of the Great Port of Iva, and the flow of people here gradually decreased, but because the Hillsbrad Hills could radiate to the southern part of the Silver Pine Forest, the Kingdom of Arashi, and the Hinterland, it was still an important distribution center for merchants.
In this way, the town of Southsea gradually overtook Talenmere to become the largest town in Hillsbrad. Especially after the rebellion of the Syndicate and Viscount Dasalia in Talenmere, the entire northern part of the Hillsbrad Hills gathered here to seek shelter from the Alliance's troops here.
The main thing, of course, is that this is where the military base of the alliance is located, and security is greatly guaranteed.
The narrow streets made it difficult for the procession to navigate, a dazzling array of goods hung from the eaves of the houses on both sides of the street, and civilians and adventurers with swords on their shoulders were everywhere, haggling loudly and rudely.
Although there is a bit of chaos here, what makes Locke novel. After entering this town, Bridget beside her breathed a sigh of relief, and the soldiers who came to support her were not as nervous as before.
They put away their weapons and shields one after another, turned over and mounted their horses, swaying slowly along with the flow of people. Seeing this, Locke also rolled over on Lightning's back.
"Aren't you worried about safety here? These people are most likely hiding a team of thieves from the Syndicate. Locke shouted loudly to Bridget beside him, and the people around him were full of voices, and if she didn't do so, she was afraid that she wouldn't hear her.
"The town council of Nanhai has rules for everything, and anyone who does anything will be punished if they violate the rules. These rules are strictly followed by everyone here, and the syndicates are no exception, provided you can't let them know that you're a member of the syndicate, of course. ”
Bridget leaned over and whispered to Locke, "Everyone here hates the Syndicate, and most of their homes have been destroyed by the thieves. They hate them more than we do, and they can easily identify people who are syndicates than we are. It's not going to happen well to those who are discovered, No! ”
Locke looked in the direction Bridget was pointing, and there were human heads hanging from the limited trees in Southsea Town.
"Of course, they don't have a good impression of us either." Bridget spread her hands and said helplessly, "They have been holding a complaint about Lordaeron for not protecting their safety in time..."
Locke nodded slightly, more confident about the way to deal with the Syndicate in his heart.
After all, Nanhai Town is only a town that was expanded later, and the planning is not as clean as those newly built cities. After a short walk down the narrow streets, you reached the local town square, which had been placed under martial law by soldiers in red and blue robes and costumes.
A group of men in white robes and blue armor stood in the square under martial law, waiting for their arrival.
Locke had barely taken two steps from his horse when a middle-aged man with a Mediterranean hairstyle and transparent round-framed eyes greeted him.
"Oh, welcome, Lord Harvey. I'm Mabre, Henie Mabre. Hopefully, the Syndicate's sneak attack didn't hurt you in any way. ”
"Lord Harvey, I'm the Alliance's commander here, Redpass, and thank you for your support. If it weren't for you, I think we would have had a hard time holding on. ”
Redpass wears a suit of armor that has been polished everywhere, but it is not polished and swarthy, and the armor is not polished where it is, and scratches are everywhere. Everyone who sees others thinks that he is a tried and tested warrior.
He himself looked the same, with a deep scar on the left side of his face. On the right side of the forehead, there is a missing piece of the scalp, and it is bare and hairless. The blue Stormwind Lion robes were worn on the chest and the light blue cloak behind them, washed and white, and it looked like their logistical support was a problem.
"It's a pleasure to meet you, and I hope our presence won't cause you any inconvenience." Locke changed his previous seriousness, he looked at Mabray and Redpass with a smile and said, "I also want to thank you for your efforts to maintain the unity of Lordaeron's territory, thank you." ”
Mabray laughed and took Locke's words, "As Lordaerons, this is what we should do. ”
The members of the town council behind Mabray laughed and joked to Locke, this council was not made up of nobles. They are representatives of all kinds of local industries, and they are a collection of interests such as traders, farmers, and small craftsmen.
To a certain extent, this form of government can indeed bring about a great difference in the town.
"Lordaeron is a member of the Alliance, and as a member of the Alliance, that's what we should do. Unfortunately, we are limited in our ability and need the help of your people. Redpass saluted Locke with a serious face and continued, "There are many hidden dangers within the Stormwind Kingdom, and they are powerless to support us. ”
"Commander Redpass, this is not the place to talk, let's go in and talk." Marbrey cupped his eyes on the bridge of his nose and smiled, "I've got some Ale from Ironforge for Lord Harvey, oh, you'll love it too." ”
"Lord Harvey, I've vacated the town's garrison barracks, not far from City Hall, on Harbor Street, where the beds are big enough for your guards to rest."
Locke nodded, Marbrai was very thoughtful, originally Locke and Bridget discussed going to live in the Crusader camp outside the town.
It was midday, and Mabrai had prepared this morning's lunch, and the long tables in the town hall were put together, and dozens of plates were placed on top of them with silver lids.
When Locke and the others entered, the servants began to open the lids one by one. Locke saw a whole steaming turkey, a large plate of fragrant roast suckling pigs, and slender roast sausages.
At this table, most of it is meat food.
To be honest, after gnawing on field dry food for a few days, Locke couldn't help but swallow when he saw these things.
After everyone was seated, one of the councillors said, "Grizzly bears and mountain lions in Hillsbrad are everywhere, and they destroy our pastures, attack our farmers, and naturally we are going to eat them." ”
"Compared to other regions, the people of Hillsbrad are never short of meat to eat."
"Until then, I propose a toast to Lord Harvey," Marbrey stood up with his glass made of wood, and the councillors stood up one after another, and Locke smiled and sat there without moving, just picking up the quilt in his hand and raising it with them.
"For Lord Harvey, for all that Lordaeron has done! Cheers! ”
Bridget and Hudson stood up and thanked them for their hospitality, while Redpass, who sat to Locke's right, sat in his chair like Locke and did not move, but he took the ale and drank it in one gulp.
The wine was drunk, and the servants poured a second cup for everyone.
"This cup, may our kingdom endure forever!"
Locke took the glass and slammed the bottom of it on the table, making a clattering sound in line with Mabray's words.
"Cheers!"
"Finally, I wish the Syndicate and that bastard Dasalia a speedy judgment from the Kingdom!!"
"Cheers!"
After three glasses in a row, Mabray and the councillors sat down.
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