"Thank you so much for the help you have given us. If it weren't for you, we wouldn't know what to do today. Barrett then pretended to exaggerate and said, "I have been thinking about it before, if it really can't be done, I will simply lead them to Morby Hangang or Shafeir City to make do with it for two days." ”

Mr. Josephine, who had just arranged a place for the players to live, patted Barrett on the shoulder: "What are you doing so politely by your own people." And the house here was originally prepared by the family for members like you. All I did was organize the people to clean up a little. By the way, the living situation in Morbi Hangang is even tighter than in the city. If you want to go there, you're obviously in the wrong place. Of course, if you are willing to return to Safir, there will be no problem. It's a long way to get there, though, and it's not getting early yet. Were you planning to spend the night in the wilderness? ”

"Even the housing in Morbi Hangang is so tight? How hot is our Boreham business? Despite the preparations, Barrett was still frightened now.

Seeing Barrett's expression, Mr. Josephine said with some schadenfreude: "That's not because the Cruze Kingdom itself is not angry. It is obviously a country larger than our Nohan, but as a result, the defense line at the entrance to the underground passage has been breached, and the entire central part of the country is about to be completely destroyed by those black skins. Many caravans that could have traveled north by land were now diverted by water. I heard that during this time, those guys from the port authority alone received soft hands on receiving money. ”

"It's not surprising that there is something wrong with the Cruz. But I really didn't expect it to be so big. Barrett touched his chin, "But any country shows its weakness in front of the world. It's not a good thing! I don't know if the poor Cruzes will be able to drive the dark elves back underground. ”

Now it was Mr. Josephine's turn to stiffen: "This will not happen!" In any case, the size and population of the Kingdom of Cruze are good. Judging by their war potential, it should be fine to drive the Dark Elves back. ”

"That also requires Lucia's internal unity. At the same time, external forces should not lag behind. Judging from the current situation, the Cruz Kingdom, which has already shown the image of a giant with feet of clay, may be difficult to achieve any of them. At this point, Barrett shut up. lest you get yourself into unnecessary trouble if you say something wrong.

Mr. Josephine was stunned for a moment, and then seemed to think of something: "If it's okay, then I'll go first." The caravan I led will be on its way again in two days, and now I'm going to see if there's anything missing. ”

"Then please. We'll be able to take care of the rest ourselves. If there's anything you need us to help with in the future, just send someone to let us know. Barrett didn't forget to be polite before the other party left.

As Mr. Josephine hurried away. Players also took a look at this ordinary-looking house. The white lime walls were already a little mottled, and there was an emerald green jade ribbon underneath that rose and fell - the moss had survived the cold of midwinter, and was full of vitality in this spring season. The brown-red terracotta tiles on the roof look fairly neat. However, whether it leaks or not can only be known if it is leaking or not.

Pushing open the door, I looked up and looked around, and I could see one or two cobwebs left in the corner. It can be seen that the members who were temporarily transferred to clean up did not seem to pay too much attention. Fortunately, Barrett scratched the table with his hand, and failed to touch the gray layer of his hand: "Although it's a little lazy, it's okay." ”

"Then I'll go and choose a room first." Claudia who said this. Auditore flew into the house at once. Then I went to the second floor.

The noodles burrowed into the back of the house. When he returned, he immediately suggested to Barrett: "The kitchen seems to have plenty of firewood, should we cook our own food next?" ”

"It looks like Mr. Josephine has prepared everything for us." Barrett nodded, "But there's no rush to cook!" We've just finished our mission, so let's rest for two days. ”

"Barrett, you're being lazy." Noodles immediately protested by waving his fist.

Hearing this, Barrett glared at the halfling wanderer fiercely: "You have the ability to do it yourself!" It's like I'm your chef. ”

"Team leader, although you are resting, when you are in a good mood, please make two good dishes to treat our Five Organs Temple." Worried about Barrett's angry noodles, he immediately stepped forward with his face in the face. As an authentic foodie, a certain halfling wanderer is now completely undisciplined.

But at this time. Rielly's words immediately disrupted Noodle's flattering behavior: "Barrett, in your previous words with Mr. Josephine, it seems that you think that the situation in the Cruze Kingdom will not be assessed quickly. factions within them. There is also the possibility that the forces of the surrounding kingdoms are unwilling to sit back and watch them solve the problem. But you have also said before that in such a situation, the countries on the mainland will unite and unite with the outside world. Isn't that a great contradiction? ”

"Contradiction, in fact, contradiction, just as a mouse and a lion cannot form an alliance. The two kingdoms that put aside their prejudices for the time being and joined hands often have little difference in strength. Speaking of this, Barrett paused, "But the current performance of the Cruze Kingdom is obviously no longer able to make the Norhan Kingdom and the Lucia Kingdom put it on the same level. Moreover, the Kingdom of Cruze, which is located in the south, is rich in products, and the weakness at this moment is tantamount to a young child holding gold in the downtown area. You really can't blame anyone else. ”

"However, in this kind of united effort to deal with the dark elves, it is impossible for either the Lucia Kingdom or the Norhan Kingdom to directly attack the Cruze Kingdom!" Claymatis. Bot ran his fingers through the ends of his hair, "The church that controls the faith of the people alone will never agree to such a thing happening." This is not to say that a war cannot be won without the support of the Church, but it is a war that is opposed by many churches. Even if you win, you will lose a lot! ”

"I never said that the kingdom of Norhan or Lucia would wage war against the kingdom of Cruze. At such a time, the pressure of public opinion brought about by the internal war can be difficult for the royal families of the two countries to bear. Barrett blinked, "But that doesn't mean the Cruze Kingdom is at ease. Understand that there will be no invasion though. The kingdoms of Norhan or Lucia will even openly provide some aid. But all sorts of small moves behind the scenes of the two countries are inevitable. Coupled with the problems within the original Cruze, it was very difficult for them to concentrate their efforts on driving the dark elves back to the ground in a short period of time. ”

"Being a and setting up a memorial arch refers to these politicians. However, it seems that the Kingdom of Cruze will not be destroyed by this in the near future. Rielly said, reaching out and touching Lalu's head.

Claymatis. Bot moved his wrist: "I originally thought that with the concerted efforts of the church, this kind of thing should be completely suppressed. It seems that the theocracy of this world is not strong enough to that extent! ”

"Churches do make it very difficult to do things that aren't politically correct. But once the ambitions of those politicians are aroused, they will always find ways to circumvent these problems. At best, a lot of enforcement resources have to be spent on covert operations. "Barrett, who has been baptized in the testing phase, is still clear about this kind of thing.

Noodle also felt a little schadenfreude at this time: "If it's just an external threat, forget it." Listen to the meaning of Barrett's words, the interior of the Cruze Kingdom is at this time. There are still contradictions and conflicts! ”

"This is also normal in a feudal country! The interests of the royal family and the local aristocracy are inherently conflicting, and this time both sides are likely to have the idea of gobbling the wolf. If you cooperate like this with the idea of consuming each other's strength, then it is strange that the armies of both sides can have combat effectiveness! "There's no outsider in the house anyway. Barrett spoke without scruples.

"This kind of thing is not difficult for anyone with a discerning eye to see! I didn't expect those politicians to really dare to risk the world's condemnation. "Claymatis. Bot said with a slight sarcasm.

Barrett smiled: "The people have the right to be stupid." And in this day and age, the poor and the common people are far more ignorant than you think. As long as these bitter hahas are not stirred up, as long as the remaining civilized people dare to talk nonsense in public, the dictatorship iron fist from the ruling class will definitely teach them how to behave. Even on the church side. In order to ensure the smooth mission. As long as those politicians don't go overboard. This kind of thing will pass with one eye and one eye closed. ”

"The only thing I hope now when I hear this is that the mission issued by the church must not be related to the Kingdom of Cruze. It's a pit! Whoever falls in is unlucky. "Claymatis. Bot prayed to the 'Goddess of Wealth and Business'.

And Rielly also frowned a little at this time: "My advanced mission, it should, shouldn't have anything to do with that muddy pool!" ”

"Rieli, don't worry. The organization you're contacting isn't in the Cruze Kingdom, and the mage organization's assessments are rarely combat-related. In particular, the advancement of the masters of the school is even more inclined to theory. Barrett immediately reassured the mage at this time.

"In other words, the mission of our church may involve the Kingdom of Cruze." Claymatis. Bote's expression was not calm at all.

Barrett immediately spoke again: "Yes, it is indeed possible. But that's just a possibility. Besides, there are so many missions issued by the church, you don't have to choose the one that you have to go to the Cruze Kingdom! So I don't think that's a problem. ”

"You two are fine. I think I'm going to have to make a trip to Cruze sooner or later. The halfling wanderer was silent for a long time before finally speaking.

Claymatis. Bot looked at the noodles with a little surprise: "Haven't you yet gone to the church's stronghold in Poitou?" How did you come up with such an answer pessimistically? ”

"I can guess that I don't have to go there. When the Dark Elves come to the surface, their most likely allies are the five-colored dragons. According to the records of the Church. The followers of Her Highness tend to become very active at this time. And the more powerful the dark elves are, the more they can see those guys. So I think the church is very kind of a strong man like me. Never give an easy job. "Noodle didn't have any particularly intense emotions at this time. It was as if everything had been expected by him.

"It's a possibility." Barrett nodded, "But that's not a good thing. After all, the Kingdom of Cruze is not far from the Kingdom of Nohan. Noodles: If you need help, we'll be able to get there faster. If it's like the last time I was sent out because of the mission to a place where birds don't. That's really called crying without tears! ”

"It's a good thing to think about it that way!" Noodles smiled bitterly.

That night, the blood-stained Grey Flower began to enjoy the nightlife of the metropolis in the city of Poitou. In order to relieve the physical and mental stress caused by this long underground journey. However, Barrett knew that this kind of thing had to be done in moderation, so he carried most of them back to the house after they were drunk.

At this time, the anvil behind him was dissatisfied, obviously he hadn't drunk enough! The alcohol resistance of the two melee professionals gives them the ability to stay intoxicated for a thousand cups. However, the companions in the team who were not very good in physique obviously failed to survive the test of alcohol.

Early the next morning, the drunk people were unable to complete the set task. The recuperation of the Bloodstained Greyflower Mercenary Group continued, and the original plan was postponed.

On the third day, led by Barrett, Rielie and Noodles traveled with him to the Boreham family's castle. After checking the credentials and the identity of the personnel, Rieli, who was going to hit the road right away, got the bad news: "I'm sorry ma'am!" You're the only one who can go to that organization's location. This means that you can't take your companions with you. So there's no way that cat-man warrior monk can go with you. ”

"Wait! Is he my husband? Can't you be accommodating? Rielly asked.

"I'm sorry." (To be continued.) )

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