Chapter 71: Contradictions Dissolved
PS: It's a bit too late today. Wait a minute.
Whenever he thought about the two abilities he was about to acquire, Barrett felt the excitement in his heart that he had not felt for a long time. The clenched fist of his right hand trembled slightly, as if echoing the changes in his heart.
Just as Barrett was immersed in his own world,. The girl snickered and stretched out her palm, then slapped Barrett the shoulder as she cried out, "What are you doing now, our captain?" ”
Although immersed in his own world, Barrett did not let up his vigilance around him. Barrett, the spiritual elite of the hundred battles, has already sensed the existence of the coming.
The muscles that were subconsciously tensed immediately loosened after hearing the words of the visitor. Even the fist that was originally clenched turned back into a palm at this time. Barrett smiled and turned back to his employer, "May I ask Miss Auditore, do you have any questions?" ”。 Later, when he probed in front of Barrett, he changed his face to a very dissatisfied expression: "Barrett, didn't you say before that you shouldn't call it so formal when you're outside?" In order to hide your identity, you should also call me by my name when I call you Captain! ”
"I'm used to this! Even if it's not out of respect for the employer, there are people in the team who are called that way. I don't think it arouses suspicion from outsiders. Barrett lowered his voice, still responding with his sunny countenance.
"Really! Why are you so boring! I can't stand those damn fishmen. Why the war in the middle of the night! It makes people feel like they're about to die now. ”
"After all, the other party is a fishman! Maybe it's in their minds. Engage in battles with human ships at night. Let's get an advantage by comparison! After all, the vast majority of human beings do not have the ability to see at night, and both oil lamps and torches are light sources that can be targeted. Barrett touched his chin and said very seriously, "Don't think that a creature like a fish-man is a beast. Although the Fish-People, especially the Sawa Fish-People, have a reputation for being ferocious animals among other intelligent races. But a race that can create its own civilization is comparable to that of a beast. Even wild beasts know how to seek advantages and avoid disadvantages, and arrange traps. Not to mention the organized fish-man tribe. ”
"Well said! Youngster. The bare upper body of the dwarf captain had already come behind the two players at this time: "Many people on the Big 6 now go to sea to explore the new world as a means of getting rich overnight or as an exciting adventure. But how did they know the great danger hidden in this vast sea? Otherwise, we old seafarers. How can you do this kind of work on the shore of a shallow sea with peace of mind. Only after dealing with the sea for a long time can you understand the horror of the sea! ”
"Mr. Captain, it seems that you are also a man with a story!" Barrett asked with a smile as he gathered his weapons, "Then wait until the deck is cleared and the dead and wounded are arranged." Can you tell me a little bit about your conquest of the worlds? I yearn for the romantic life of men on the sea! ”
"The romantic life of a bullshit sea boy! It's just some drunkard putting gold on his face. The dwarven captain lowered his tone with an unhappy expression, "Of course, it could also be the slogan of those damned nobles who trick people into going to sea. Over the years, you've seen a few shipowners or captains who have made their fortune by going out on adventurers. It's not the big chambers of commerce that really make a lot of money. Young man, I think your strength is so good, don't be fooled into this dead end. It's more realistic to find a lord to take refuge early. ”
, this little girl said directly: "Captain, don't you think you're too pessimistic?" Don't deny other people's dreams because of your own experience! If people don't have dreams, what is the difference between them and salted fish. Rather than die in the gutter, it is better to die vigorously under the enemy's blade. Don't expect young people to be as lifeless as you are. ”
"There's something you don't understand about Miss Auditore!" Before the dwarven captain could speak. "If you're from the perspective of the aborigines, you'll see that what the captain said is not wrong......
Diarra Big 6 is a game that is somewhat similar in some ways to the Age of Discovery, or the Age of Geographies. Of course it's different from that real world. On this big 6, the war between civilization and barbarism has not been able to distinguish the winner and loser. Swords, gunpowder, divine grace, and magic come from the flesh and the power of the mind are always colliding with each other.
The kingdom that was built and destroyed, the family that rose but sank, the reincarnation from rudeness to elegance and from elegance to rudeness. A supposedly sane mage will become insane when it is difficult to take a step forward in the arcane path for a long time. And the mad slaughterer may also become sane because of the transformation of the mind.
The strife on the Big 6 has never stopped, and the friction between countries has been going on from morning to night. There are countless borderlands waiting to be opened in the wilderness. But intelligent beings always like to use the lives of their fellows to plunder the land that has been managed from others.
If we say that the emergence of the Age of Discovery in the classical period was originally aimed at finding a trade route from the sea to the rich kingdoms of the Far East. to avoid exploitation by the rulers of the Desert Cult. So in this world that has already had mature routes, the first purpose of those adventurers who rushed to the sea one after another was probably the desire of intelligent beings for the rich land along the coast.
The reward of gold coins and knighthoods has led many dreamers to embark on ocean-going sailboats and sail to unknown seas. It's a journey where risk and benefit go hand in hand. Intoxicating wealth and death are like two sides of the same coin, and no one knows which side will appear in front of them after they are tossed.
a scimitar under the moon, an ale in a barrel; The Siren's singing voice. the tentacles of the octopus; Ghost's curse. The Hidden Sage; This qiē and qiē constitute a color hidden in the historical picture. Yes. Every year there are full of expedition ships, and almost every three years you can hear about a wealthy merchant being knighted for it. But behind these few lucky children, how many parents can't wait for news of their children when they are dying.
Young people embark on the journey with full of enthusiasm, have they ever thought that they will embark on a road of no return? No! They knew that they could face similar risks just as well above the 6 lands. For not all kingdoms value their subjects as much as the kingdom of Norhan.
The reasons for this are manifold. In essence, the West 6 Barstow on the 6 in Diarra is a backward agrarian society based on agriculture.
Farmers make up a large proportion of the population, but they are also one of the most vulnerable. Because of the great disparity in the number of individuals, the cornerstones of these ethnic groups; Often has strange thoughts. There are no moral standards, and they are ruled by unscrupulous lords and squires.
At the same time, goblins, kobolds and ogres in the wilderness threaten human settlements all the time. Although the theoretical lifespan of humans in the game is 100 years high, the average lifespan of ordinary humans on the Big 6 is not even 40 years old.
The term 'average' in life expectancy is extremely misleading. Don't talk about the strong people who came from the big nobles to dig the bloodline and embark on the path of evolution, don't talk about those occult scholars who have the ability to extend their own extreme lifespan. The number of elderly people in the rich in big cities alone tends to be about 50 percent higher than that of the poor.
In the case of Barrett's previous experience of Shallow Water, the darkness that lies behind this glossy city is definitely chilling. Don't just see the business district full of people coming and going; Don't just see the flowers in the rich area, cooking oil on fire; Don't just see the big guys well-dressed and polite.
As soon as you step into the slums, you will realize that the reality is so cruel. What the poor residents need to face. It is a fate that makes it possible to accept death every day.
Even in this metropolis where there is no alien threat, the environment is filthy. The lack of medical care and the slight lack of food have left the lowest in the city struggling with the brink of life and death.
Here, a mother who is lucky enough to give birth to two or three children often experiences the unexpected death of at least one of them while growing up. In some small towns or estates in the territory, this will be the case when a child survives and is considered lucky enough by the locals.
In such a situation, those who come from the bottom of the poor are willing to seize any opportunity that can free themselves from their current fate. Even if the chance is so slim, even if it is dancing on the tip of a knife, there is no regret.
In fact, as the dwarven captain said, if you have good strength to join the lord's army, it is the best choice - the reason why the idea of learning the arts and the emperor is deeply rooted is because it is a road to heaven compared to other options.
However, unlike players who have system support, it is not easy for civilians among the aborigines to gain the strength they can handle. The method of exercise, the source of the technique stumped a considerable number of people. Moreover, the need for nutrition during the training process is enough to bankrupt a decent civilian family at once - boarding a ship and going to sea is often the last resort for the incompetent. In the eyes of the dwarven captain, a person like Barrett has every opportunity and ability to choose a better path.
From this point, it can be understood why the soldiers of the Norhan Kingdom are so high and the army is so strong. Benevolence to the common people, especially the people, especially the improvement of basic living security. While bringing spiritual loyalty, it also brings the basic strength to outshine others.
"Alas! Another lady who doesn't know the world! The dwarven captain touched his beard and was not angry, as if he had seen too many such passengers. Then he stood on tiptoe and patted Barrett on the shoulder: "Young man, you've really worked hard. But if you really want to know a little bit about my youth, then you're welcome to sit in my captain's cabin for the next two days. ”
With that, the dwarven captain turned back. Commanding the sailors to carry out the post-war clean-up...... Then he asked Barrett in a low voice, "Is there something wrong with the captain of this ship?" Suddenly he came to us and said these words. Does it make any sense? ”
"How could it be pointless! As long as the captain's IQ was normal, he would definitely come up to say hello after seeing Barrett's cousin. In the hearts of some people, Barrett, who solved the fish-man, is probably also a factor that is not very stable! At this time, Rielly, who came from the side, said unabashedly.
"Hey! Lily, is it necessary for you to be so loud? I haven't turned a corner for a while! But in this way, it can be said that he has paid for his money by hiring Barrett this time. ”
"Of course, I don't see who sees it." Rielly said with a look of course.
Compared with the nonsense of the two female players, Barrett, who didn't want to leave a bad image, caught up with three steps and two steps. He came to the dwarf and confessed, "Mr. Captain. This is really very sorry! My teammates didn't mean to, they always had a bit of a penchant for picking on people. ”
"Don't worry! It's not like I've never seen this kind of big lady. And the mage lady was right! If you hadn't meant it, I'd not be able to sleep at night in the captain's room. Besides, I'm not prepared to hide it from anyone. "The dwarven captain is very frank. Then he suddenly stared at one of the seamen on deck and said, "You put the man down for me first, if you move it this way, I'm afraid I'll die when Qi Li gets to the cabin." ”
Following the dwarven captain's gaze, a young sailor was trying to grab a wounded man by the armpit and drag him away. At this time, Barrett immediately volunteered to come forward and said: "If you are wounded, I'll come!" I've been trained in the Battlefield Emergency! ”
As he spoke, he stepped forward to take over the work of the young sailor, and the dwarven captain in the back had completely let go of his hanging heart at this time. Because he knew that Barrett's current actions were to show him that he would not rely on his strength to do anything excessive on the ship.
After the initial inventory and cleaning, both the players and the aborigines couldn't help but be silent for a while. When they got on board, nearly 100 passengers passed after the attack of the fishmen. A kid disappeared in a quarter of them. Most of the rest were wounded.
After a scuffle, less than half of the seafarers on board remained. Looked at. Many tired passengers leaned on the side of the ship one by one; They either squinted and dozed for a while, or looked at the stars in the sky to calm the effects of the bloody battle they had just had; The rest was headed for the cabin.
These people are often reluctant to lift a finger, let alone join the ranks of sailors like Barrett who clean up the battlefield. Apparently they had bought the tickets and did not think they had any obligation to help with it.
"7o gold coins! 7o Gold Coins! A rejuvenation technique of 7o gold coins! Those who are willing to spend money come over, and those who are not willing to spend money please leave temporarily. I have a limited number of healing spells in my hands! Quantities are limited, so please note that they will be used up while supplies last. "Don't think about it.
Even the priests of the Church of the Lord of Justice and even the Church of the Lord of Light need to charge a fee according to the strength of the spell when casting a healing spell. The temple may not need worldly money, but the earthly church does.
And the Church of the Goddess of Wealth, which regarded everything as a transaction, openly encouraged its clergy to use magic to earn benefits for the church. , but it is also a correct action that belongs to the government.
"7o gold coins are too expensive! I'm going to find a druid to perform the rejuvenation technique, and it's only a maximum of 3o gold coins! ”。
"Can you find a druid on this ship who can perform rejuvenation on you? Besides, I'm using a charged wand to heal you! The cost of this is much higher than casting your own magic spells! "If you don't have any money, go to the sidelines." Anyway, your injury won't be a big problem for a while, and I'll deal with it with a herb bandage for you when it's over. ”。 According to her idea, since you don't have any money, what are you doing in line with me? Expensive magic is naturally used by those who can afford to pay it, and those who don't have money go to the side and wait to bandage their wounds. It's already a loss to get free medical treatment during the fight, and now that the battle is over, these guys who don't play a key role want to enjoy free medical care - that's pure pipe dreaming.
"How can you do this!" , then moved his gaze to the side of the noodle that had already pressed his hand to the ghost dagger at his waist. In the end, he could only scold and walk away.
"Cut! I don't have money and I don't have any skills, are you a girl and I'm here to do charity? Even if it is charity, someone has to pay for it. "The next wounded, please come." ”
"Your Excellency! I'll give you the money first. Hurry up and save my brother! He's about to die. "Accompanied by the little cutie with the gold swaying is an old man's face with tears in his eyes.
After counting the number of gold coins, . Begin to channel the energy of the spell that was formed in the zài wand.
As the green light flickered over the wounded man's body. The other party's breathing, which had become weak, also stabilized. The pastor who completed this qiē smiled and said, "Thank you for your patronage!" The injury has stabilized. After that, just let him lie down for a few more days and he should be able to recover. However, if you can't wake up all the time, then it's possible that your brain has been hit hard, and an injury like that has to be treated in a relatively large temple. ”
"It's good to survive, to survive. The rest of the matter always has a chance to be resolved later. The strong man with tears in his eyes immediately carried his brother back to the cabin......
Because of the attack of the fishmen, the originally bright cabin became dark and dreary. The only thing you can rely on all the way is the small lantern in your hand and the small kerosene lamp.
Barrett, who had finally been lying down, heard this voice coming from outside the door: "Mr. Boreham! We've got your loot for today. ”
"Then please come in!" Barrett, who got up and jumped out of bed, pulled open the pin. The seafarers who entered the cabin suddenly appeared, and there was such a big difference between the inside and outside of the door. Although the corridor outside the door is still a gray and cold and muddy world, there is a faint incense lit at some point in the cabin to bring peace and warmth.
"We'll drop the loot here for you." The sturdy seaman looked at Barrett with some awe, and placed the two pieces of armor he was carrying, along with a few good-looking tridents, in a corner of the cabin.
The seafarer, who had completed this qiē, withdrew in this way: "Don't disturb your rest, sir." ”
Looking at the few items in the corner of the room, Barrett, who didn't have enough discernment, looked at his companion in the room. As a result, Rielie had already fallen asleep, and the rest of her companions seemed to have fallen asleep.
Attacked in the middle of the night, followed by such a fierce battle. The players who have experienced such an encounter have long been exhausted and unable to hold on. Seeing this, Barrett gave up on lighting a candle to wake people up. Although he knew that the team should not be angry because of this, as a captain, he should care more about his teammates.
"Forget it! Let's talk about this qiē tomorrow! Anyway, these loot will not be gone here. Barrett, scratching his head, went back to bed himself.
With the natural swaying of the hull, Barrett's upper and lower eyelids closed and he quickly fell asleep. (To be continued!)
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