Chapter 52: Arrangements Before the Return
Regardless of the previous plan, the early exit of the dark elves outside the fortress can be regarded as good news. After watching all those black skins disappear into the deep corridor, the advance fortress breathed a sigh of relief from top to bottom.
However, in order to prevent those insidious black skins from suddenly returning to the carbine. The defenders in the fortress did not let their guard down while rejoicing. It was not until 48 hours later that the advance fortress was lifted from its wartime status. At this point, all the soldiers finally confirmed that the war had temporarily moved away from them.
But the soldiers after the war didn't have time to celebrate their catastrophe. With the order issued by the Sigma Knight, everyone began to get busy again. In addition to maintaining daily safety work, the remaining members were all assigned to carry out inventory and repairs. And did not give these soldiers after the big war a little time to relax.
From the mouths of the soldiers, Barrett knew that the knights in the main fort thought that it was not time to let their guard down. According to the opinion of those knights, although the dark elves have temporarily retreated, most of them will turn around and pick up soft persimmons in other directions. However, it is not possible to completely rule out the possibility of their comeback.
So until the arrival of Nohan's reinforcements, the advancing fortress could not let its guard down. Instead, it is necessary to seize the time to count and sort out the remaining supplies in the fortress and repair the fortifications that have been damaged by the previous battle. In case of falling into war again, it can be put into use in time.
The practice of advancing the fortress was clearly contrary to the practice of post-war rest in this era. If this were an ordinary army, it might even cause a mutiny. But these defenders in front of the players are not only working according to the command, but also have no complaints. This really gives a sense of Nohan's military might - the order and trust in his superiors.
Of course, as temporary mercenaries, Barrett and his party naturally don't have to be as busy as those soldiers after they are disarmed. Thankfully, the remuneration on the agreement is still being paid as usual. According to the commanders, it is still wartime. The blood-stained gray flower mercenary group, which acts as a reserve, naturally still has wages to be paid.
However, as hired temporary workers, players are not allowed to leave their quarters until they have given an order to advance to the fortress. So the players who are idle in the house and panic find that they really have nothing to do but brag and fart now.
"Barrett, do you think those knights' claims will come true! Two days later, the dark elves who had just left. Is it possible to gather under the city again? "Claudia. Auditore sat on the bed and turned to look at Barrett, who was wielding a knife in the room.
Barrett, who stopped what he was doing, put the 'broken peak' back into the sheath: "This kind of thing is really uncertain. However, in my opinion, it is highly unlikely that the Advance Fortress will be besieged by the Dark Elves again anytime soon. ”
"If that's the case, why would those knights make such an arrangement?" Claudia. Auditore complained with some dissatisfaction. After all, anyone who is confined to this small space and cannot move freely will be more or less unhappy.
Of course, it would be wrong to say that this dormitory is not very spacey, otherwise Barrett would not dare to dance and play with swords here. Even though this room was twice as small, he was sure not to injure his companions inside. But the remaining players don't have the heart to be able to change their faces even if the sword light passes in front of them.
However, compared to the whole fortress, the space here is too small and too small. Especially underground, which is already oppressive. If you can't move around at will, it will make the intelligent creatures here feel irritated. And Claudia. At the moment, Auditore seems to have signs of this.
Barrett knew that at such times he had to be with Claudia. Auditore made it clear. Otherwise, she can't guarantee that she won't complain in front of others. If you hurt the knights in the fortress because of this, it would be too bad. He cleared his throat and spoke, "That's because several knights think things differently than you. They are responsible not only to everyone in this fortress, but also to the kingdom of Norhan on the surface. Therefore, no threat can be missed. Although the chances of the Dark Elves reappearing are extremely low, they must be careful if there is even the slightest possibility. ”
Barrett was right. It's okay if it's okay, if those black skins have a chance to catch it because of the laxity after the war. That's a big problem. "The anvil that has rolled in the clan knows a little about this kind of thing.
I saw someone take over the conversation. Barrett had intended to shut up. lest it cause more and more topics, and your saliva has to be dry. Unfortunately, the rest of the room didn't intend to let him go. The noodles that were originally wiping their tools suddenly stopped what they were doing: "Barrett, I think it's time to say something." When I get back to the surface, I'm supposed to be alone for a while. ”
"Are you going to complete an advanced mission?" Barrett immediately understood the purpose of the halfling wanderer, "Is there anything we need help with that matter?" Like a part-time job on an anvil, it can be relatively straightforward to turn into a group task. ”
"No! The test of the loiterer is often to act in stealth. I'm afraid that your addition will only make it more difficult for me. Noodles immediately shook his head dryly.
Barrett, on the other hand, has a different view: "Although most people in the team may not be able to help you much. But Lalu's kitten is a very good stealthy action! If you really want to talk about stealth skills, the catboy's attainments are not much worse than you, a two-knife wanderer! ”
On top of the skill of stealth, the attainment of the warrior monk profession is often not much worse than that of the wanderer. It's just that most of the time, the warrior monks can't fight head-on. Unlike wanderers, who can stab themselves in the back, they are rarely able to show another side of themselves to outsiders.
At the same time, it is one of the factors that have the greatest impact on stealth skills. The armor even surpasses the user's agility. Let's not talk about the various sounds that metal armor may make when it moves. Even leather armor can affect the character's movements, leading to all sorts of accidents. And as a natural armorless profession, the advantage of warrior monks in this regard becomes extremely obvious.
"Let Laru help me with the advanced mission?" Noodle felt that Barrett's suggestion was indeed worth considering.
But just as the halfling wanderer lowered his head and thought, Rielly spoke up: "Don't even think about it! Next, I will also go through the channel of the Boreham family to conduct the assessment of the 'school master'. Naturally, Lalu went with me. And if I'm not mistaken. Noodles is still a little short of experience when it reaches level 6! How can you be in such a hurry? ”
"Rielly, you should know that the mage's assessment is not going to help him!" Speaking of this, Barrett looked at the mages in the team with a mocking look, "Do you have to be tired of being together all day?" I think this kind of thing should be decided by Lalu himself! Sometimes it's time to let go or let go, and distance produces beauty is not an empty word. ”
"I don't need any distance from Laru! Barrett, you guy, are just jealous of the sweet life of the two of us to make such an offer. As she said this, Rielly hugged Lalu beside her. Of course, although your intentions are very sinister, but for the sake of your single dog, for the sake of your poor single dog. I have decided to forgive you for your mistake with great mercy. If you dare to do it again, be careful with my whip. ”
Compared to the queen style shown by Rieli, after the little guy fell into the arms of the mage, the little guy of the cat boy gave Barrett a helpless look with a wry smile. Obviously, he had the intention to help Noodles, but all of this was premised on Rielly's permission. If the mage refused to let him go, Lalu would definitely not dare to resist.
For such a loving wife, Barrett couldn't help but complain in his heart about it. Of course, he didn't say this plainly, but Barrett touched his forehead with his fingers: "I really don't understand you!" It clearly shows that they have lived together. Do you still need to be tired of being like this after coming to the game? ”
"So Barrett, you're still single! When you figure it out, you'll have a chance to get out of the order......" Rielly sprayed all sorts of venom at Barrett without care.
Hearing the quarrel between the two sides, Noodles also spoke at this time, and as the cause of the incident, he jumped on the table: "Let me try it alone for the task of the church." As Rieli said, I'm still a long way from accumulating enough experience anyway, and I'm just going to hone my skills on the task of accumulating contributions in the early stages. Of course, if the final task is too difficult, I will still ask you for help. ”
"It looks like Noodles, I'm afraid your departure time this time will not be short!" Claymatis. Bot also put down the ledger in his hand at this time, "I remember that not long ago, you were assigned a mandatory task by the 'Good Dragon God' Church because of your insufficient contribution!" If you want to make up enough advanced contributions, I'm afraid it's not something that can be completed in a short period of time! ”
"That's exactly what happened. I felt that I could take this opportunity to make up for the rest of my experience. And I also plan to take this opportunity to practice my ability to fight alone. Speaking of this, the noodles were a little embarrassed, "After all, when he was in the line." I relied too much on my teammates for help. If you encounter an enemy that you have to face alone in the future adventure, it may be a hindrance. So this time when I leave, I will test myself, unless I speak in person in the future, please let me be stocked for a while! ”
"It's rare that you have this plan, of course we will raise our hands in favor of it." Barrett was not prepared to pour cold water on the idea of a halfling wanderer. After all, players can show such an attitude in the game. Whatever the end result, it's something to be sure of.
As a friend of Noodle's, Anvil also joked, "That means that after we return to the surface, we will have to eliminate certain tasks for a long time." Without the Wanderer in front of us, there's nothing we can do about those traps. ”
"If necessary, use the minions to find your way." Speaking of halfway to Clematis. Bot seemed to suddenly remember something. "Wait! After returning to the surface, Lily also has to leave the team with Lulu for a short time. Won't there be only four of us left in the team? Without the mage's summoning spells, let's bypass all the spells related to traps! ”
"With so many fewer people, it's really not easy to take on the task." Barrett immediately frowned at this. After reaching out and touching his chin, he turned to look at the newborn Klaimatis. Bote: "I remember that Clematis, you also need to contribute to the church now in exchange for the ability to channel positive energy and the advancement of the 'Golden Eye' messenger! In the style of the Church of Fortune and Commerce, it doesn't care about the number of people involved in the mission, as long as it can accomplish the purpose. ”
"In fact, my poor contribution is nowhere near as troublesome as you might think. At least you can get some more loot for me to sell through the church. I don't think it will be long before there should be no problem. "Claymatis. Bot also doesn't look like a team mate who is too troublesome. Of course, if Barrett and they take cash, this local tyrant will not be polite.
"Sell something?" Barrett smiled and shook his head, "I'm afraid we won't be able to prepare enough goods for that channel in the short term." So when you get back to the surface, start accompanying Clematis to complete your mission! If I'm not mistaken, the 'Church of the Goddess of Wealth and Commerce' has always been well paid. Just take the opportunity to earn some pocket money. ”
"But now that those black skins are wandering around the continent, I'm afraid the mission issued by the 'Church of the Goddess of Wealth and Commerce' will also be related to those guys. I didn't expect that even if we left the underground, we would inevitably entangle with them. The anvil was scratching his head a little at this time.
Half a month later, reinforcements from the Norhan Kingdom finally arrived at the advance fortress. At the same time, the player's ears sounded with a system prompt: "The regional historical mission 'Roots of the Norhan Kingdom' received by the Bloodstained Gray Flower Mercenary Group has been completed...... The accumulation of the original task evaluation was issued together with the ......"
"Players gain experience ......"
"Players gain Nohan Fame......"
"The player gains the reputation of the Church of the Sun God...... Prestige of the Episcopal Church of the Notary Public...... Get ......" (To be continued.) )
PS: The modification is complete.