Chapter Ninety-Nine: A Glance
Walking through the ancient city walls with a long history, the aristocratic quarter of Baldur's Gate is unlike anywhere else.
To get to the Upper Town, or the Noble District, one had to pass through one of the four gates on the old city walls, all of which were guarded by guards recruited by the nobility.
In the aftermath of the Magical Plague, Baldur's Gate, an "open city", welcomed many displaced people from the south, such as Kalinshan and the Sea of Fallen Stars, but that also drove up housing prices, especially in the aristocratic districts.
The other travelers all stayed in ordinary inns and hotels arranged by the harpist, such as "The Knife and the Morning Star", "The Blushing Mermaid", "The Three Old Wine Barrels", and "The Song of the Elves". Thomas and his entourage are going to the "helmet and cloak" located in the center of the aristocratic district, between the Grand Duke's Palace and the Temple of Gonde.
The architecture of Uptown is not only a mix of design styles from all over Faerun, but also a variety of cornices, hanging gardens, and viaducts built with Baldur's Gate's own unique machinery and magic. Magic Forever Lights are everywhere to ensure good lighting in rainy weather. But to Thomas's displeasure, there are fewer "overpasses" that can be used by cats across the street than in the lower city.
"Sure enough, it is the best place in Gongde, the technology here seems to be quite advanced, and it is quite suitable for us earthlings to live. Kurgal sighed, "It's a pity that there were too many people who wanted to fight the idea of Cha Nem before, and they hated the most powerful people in the local area, and they were too dead...... Hehe, is it so easy for you to obtain the power to kill the Son of God?"
Uptown's shopping street is surrounded by gardens and greenery, lined with elegant shops and scented open-air cafes. The crowd was well-dressed, even the couriers and delivery servants who were in a hurry.
In addition to the common dwarf elves, dwarves, half-orcs and other races in this city, there are also ogres who are three meters tall and even have horns on their heads.
Because Baldur's Gate not only clears the low-end population, but also restricts large livestock, it is theoretically forbidden to use horses and other mounts in the upper city, except for the security forces. Therefore, some extremely muscular orcs, orcs, and even ogres and giants can be seen carrying bags and pulling carts, which is quite a bit of a forcible non-livestock.
Thomas felt that if an ogre went crazy and caught the noble lady to applaud, the impact would be much worse than the manure and noise caused by the livestock.
Thinking of this, he couldn't help but look towards Kurgal, and found that Kurgal was a little panicked when he saw the giant, probably remembering the minotaur and the other giants recorded in the test notes.
Although he was still mentally traumatized, he recovered quickly. It seems that the note says that his body, which is suspected to be the chosen person of a certain god of Enser or Mulholland, is quite strong, and Bajiu is not far from ten. β
Walking up to Kurgal, Thomas nodded and smiled, signaling that he was always by his side. Kurgal nodded knowingly, deliberately pointed at the ogre and asked, "This ogre is so strange, it actually has horns...... Looks like a 'ghost' in District 11?"
"Oh, that's the red oni and the blue oni, the kind that Momotaro fights, and the purple-black that is said to have psychic abilities or shadow energy? β
"So, did the ghost come from Karatu...... It reminds me of the fact that I once heard Susa say that the ghost in Momotaro is actually a rogue from Baekje......"
She showed a nostalgic look: "It's been a long time since I crossed over to the Xihe and Lilang Forum, alas, there is only one old friend left back then." β
Thomas snorted dissatisfied: "I'm still the only one left, you should be proud!"
"Hehe, I don't remember anyone who called the walking dead to braised pork. β
The two looked at each other with a straight face, and suddenly smiled, and then the air was filled with the smell of Shanxi and Zhenjiang.
- I remember that Ma Chao is a descendant of Rome, and that is what he made up...... and you can be described as peers in the music industry. Thomas continued to smile at Kurgal: "Speaking of which, after we have known each other for several years, I remembered that I had seen this ID before, and that post remembered that you were in Kepu Mu Guiying can second Yang Liulang not because of ...... combat power."
"Well, Yang Liulang is a Baihu star, and his attributes are just restrained by Mu Guiying......"
"That's not right," Elena looked at Kurgal with condescending disdain (and deliberately removed the mask for better expression), and then looked at Thomas, "You don't mean that the enemy country thinks that Yang Yanzhao is Sirius, that is, the general they call Rokuro. β
"Huh?" Kurgal was stunned for a moment, and then realized that he must not dismantle his friend's platform at this time: "Yes, yes, what Lao Nie said is correct." I misremember......"
"yes~. The little girl was even more carried away than she was victorious, and even snorted twice unconsciously. "It is impossible for ordinary people to understand the dragon culture as well as ...... He's it!"
"That's that, Brother Nie is only eight years old, I share a fight with others, and I still need to study hard to become successful. Kurgal held back a smile and continued to pat the horse, throwing a "I understand, brother, you will never lose face" look at Thomas.
For this kind of situation where he doesn't want to go, and others still instigate him to play a big knife in front of Guan Gong, Thomas only feels that his face is hot. This has been the case more than once.
Although the celestial girl tried to hide it, her eyes were full of pride, as if she felt that the youth in front of her was a combination of Rousseau, Voltaire, Feuerbach and Hegel, and she exuded the brilliance of a great teacher, destined to change the world.
"This girl wants to roast me on the fire! Brother Chen is knowledgeable, where can I compare with him?"
Especially this chick, who is still full of vigilance when she knows that Kurgal's soul is male.
But to be honest, it's still a little good in my heart.
Not long after he met her, Thomas knew that this girl was very stubborn and stubborn. As long as she decides it, let alone the two bulls, Terrasqui may not be able to pull it back.
So in her eyes, she is a peerless beautiful boy who has taught the dragon for 5,000 years, a standard and perfect heroic face, and even Gu Tianle and He Jiajin are not worthy of comparison. In this setting, is it natural and natural to be wary of any woman (and transformation boss) who comes close to you?
Moreover, it is not okay not to tolerate her.
Because Thomas knew that under the helmet there must be a very stubborn and even willful expression like a normal girl, but the child would peek at himself from time to time, with anxiety and apology, trying to hide the thought of "will it go too far, what if it is hated......".
If it was the same as before, she wouldn't be like this.
Won't be so cowardly, and won't be so ...... Excessive emphasis.
Dignified.
"Ahh
For authoritarian people like her, sulking is rare, and what is even rarer is that she is a little afraid to show it.
Thinking that only he could make her show this kind of posture, the man was not only sympathetic, but even a little smug.
After entering Baldur's Gate, Hélène would frequently and secretly pull out a small note and peek at it, completely unaware that it had been seen by a hundred flowers. There are small prints about the hotels, attractions, restaurants, and malls of Baldur's Gate, which can be said to have been carefully prepared and clearly arranged by Thomas.
"Zhang Guiying, she is a woman who can become my mother!" Her father's rebel army was wiped out by Imaska when she was a child, and her loyal subordinates led their two sisters to break through and join their father's righteous brothers.
Maybe it's because my sister and mother brought up my sister and has formed a habit, and after being attacked, her most terrible place is finally exposed.
ββFrom morning to night, you can ask for warmth and warmth, three meals a day are naturally not a problem, and you can peel and serve an apple when you eat it.
I obviously want to fall in love with you, but what about you, you actually want to raise me as a son?
Is it tolerable or unbearable!
It's time for you to get a taste of how good my dragon lance can be!
A little white rabbit is determined to send himself to the mouth of the big bad wolf, do you think I don't want to eat it?
Kouhu, as long as I find a loophole, I will definitely blow your little girl to the ground, and she can't hold it firmly if she can't hold it!
Thomas looked up at a forty-five degree angle, remembering the bright and sad past:
Little Thomas couldn't attack the Jade Gate for a long time, and the enemy's checkpoints were as tight as a vice, and our red blood cell troops were eager to recruit and make up, and they couldn't attack the city, and there was a trend of instability. Hearing that the spies reported another cave, Thomas Jr. went around to the back cave to prepare to copy the path. Unexpectedly, he fell for the enemy's tricks, and the peaks on both sides were urged by the enemy's mountain-moving method, squeezing him alive to foam at the mouth, and he died violently on the spot! There are even hundreds of millions of elite soldiers who die without a place to be buried!
He died before he left the school, and the hero was full of tears! Later, whenever Thomas dreamed, he felt that the charm was excellent.
The culprit was unrepentant and openly defiant: "That, that's what it is...... Why not, haven't you succeeded every time? Hmm...... I've heard that most people have no physical problems, mainly psychologically. Don't be nervous, take your time, and believe that you're the best!
Faced with the fish meat who was holding back his shyness and panic and cheering for himself, the sword warrior who mustered up the courage attacked again, and then was moved to tears again.
According to Cortana, this is because when the two first met, Thomas's behavior was too rough, causing psychological trauma, and he unconsciously tensed a certain muscle.
The power of a vise, terrifying!
Then Elena thought that the two had slept with each other, and even changed the hairstyle of a married woman according to the dragon custom, so that she could return to the black long straight.
As for the rumors that Thomas's marksmanship, riding skills and artillery caliber are the best in the world, and there are even more wonderful magic skills and magic fingers, killing barbarians and high-headed horses to lose their armor, people turn over on their backs, they can't form an army, they are hoarse, and they are happy and convinced...... I can only acquiesce!
The young male cannon king is simply invincible.
Thinking of the unhealthy content of those memories of Qimi, Thomas's heart felt a little sweet and mild, and it probably couldn't be relieved.
Xu is because the small head rushes blood, the big head has insufficient energy supply, and he is inattentive. Thomas suddenly felt a shadow loom in front of him, like a wall moving in front of him.
"Won't you see the road, little one!" the ghost who had almost been hit was a little dissatisfied, but it quickly noticed Baihua's ears and tail...... and looked at him with obvious disgust: "Phew, cat, liar!"
Puss in boots, too bad for ogres.
Looking at the cannibal magician who was a little panicked and quickly walked away, Kurgal smiled: "Hehe, it is estimated that you took General Ji and the cat ninja and regarded you as the eldest young master of the public family." β
"Cats are terrible creatures, cunning and ferocious, with a childlike innocent face, very deceptive. After entering the city, the girl's attitude became more and more bad, and she even spoke with predetermined hostility. Even if she is jealous, it is not like her behavior.
"What's wrong, Gui Ying, this doesn't look like you. Isn't it uncomfortable?"
"Hey, I'm sorry! I shouldn't have said that...... It's just ......" The girl was a little flattered, and whispered, in a voice that no one else could hear, "I always feel that the demonic spirit is getting more and more obvious, but I can't see it, as if something is pressing on my heart." I...... Some worried, not knowing what to expect next. β
"Baldur's Gate is either Baal or the old Niser Lich who lives nearby, right?
"Avoid, avoid!" Thomas hurriedly made a closing gesture: "It's nothing to say that the god has died, but I'm afraid that the evil master will hear it, and if one is happy or unhappy, he will throw a spell down, and we and the people of the whole city will be ashes." β
Kurgal was overwhelmed: "Grand Arcanist, is it really that strong?"
"I don't know, the Pope can rub the artificial sun with his hands. He is more powerful than several princes in Yin Soul City, and may not be as good as the Yin Soul City Lord. The evil master is said to have become famous earlier than the Yin Ghost City Lord, and it is estimated that his mana is much stronger. β
The paladin on the side nodded: "I guess so, but the level of mana does not determine the outcome of the battle." Like the old lady of the Jiang family, the mana is estimated to be far inferior to the evil master and the Yin Soul City Lord, but if there is a fight, I still think she has a good chance of winning. β
"What kind of strong person can escape from the dark prison like her? It's as if I can't imagine how Empress Imaska can defeat an ancient creature that claims to be able to slaughter gods......"
Speaking of Empress Imasca, Elena glared at Thomas hatefully: "So, you have to help me! The Master of World Travelers said that your strength alone is enough to defeat five legions." So, so I'm going to ......"
Nie Nature, a world traveler who specializes in gem protection magic, is the mastermind behind Mulholland's restoration forces, and his nephew is the same mage who led to the fall of Mistror more than a thousand years ago.
Naturally, Nie followed the trail of the creator race of the Saruk Witch to another world, and when he returned to Torreel, he found that his mage tower had been plundered, his descendants had been killed and wounded, and the land of the country had been taken over by the restored Imasca.
Imaska's magical technology is estimated to be above Netheriel's, and the Empress herself, who is said to have sealed the ancient evil God Slayer weapon, is the biggest obstacle to the restoration of the kingdom.
Therefore, although Nie naturally has strong and fierce legendary warriors and mercenaries as minions. But he still didn't dare to act rashly.
- After the two interviewed, he accepted Thomas's advice and became an existential fleet, not rushing to fight the empress alone. In addition to setting off a wave of opposition to the empress within Imasca and stepping up efforts to restore and dismiss Egyptian god contacts, it is also necessary to focus on cultivating a well-qualified seed like Elena.
"Last time you put ...... When I returned, my father-in-law and the master were angry and disgusted with me...... Ineffective. The girl's tone was shy, probably being scolded harshly, which is very rare for a good baby like her.
"World Traveler......" Kurgal's eyes lit up: "You still know such a person?
"I'm sorry," Thomas replied ruthlessly, "the plague of magic has caused the structure of the multiverse to be distorted, and a large number of portals have been damaged and malfunctioning. β
He looked at the paladin, who nodded in approval.
A hundred years ago, the goddess of magic was killed by the Prince of Lies, and Heim also fell for some reason, and the demon took advantage of the space to shake and rush into the Three Sacred Domains to kill Tyr...... And the hero who finally saved the three gods of justice and Heavenly Mountain was none other than the platinum dragon god and his army of angels.
Just as earlier, when the two goddesses of Luck and Doom were in crisis, it was also the paladin of the platinum dragon who intervened......
Therefore, the platinum dragon Bahamut is a well-deserved pillar of the righteous path. His paladins can be trusted.
Hopeless, Kurgal's face instantly turned gray: "Grass, useless things." No wonder the whole family was killed by Imasca. β
Elena glared at her, "You earthlings...... Sure enough, they are all believers in the dark evil gods!"
"Hehe, aren't you from the earth? Your ancestors are not considered from the earth?" Kurgal looked up and sighed: "The Faren Continent, the strong are respected! The survival of the fittest is originally the law of nature and human beings. The strong deserve good food and beauty, and the weak can only die in poverty!"
"Don't talk about it, Brother Chen...... You can't be like a red-robed mage and a blackhand cultist," Turning his head, Thomas explained to the paladin, "You know, maybe that's the reason for the dragon culture, order is necessary to sustain a great empire. If you are evil above this, you will be very much like a believer in evil gods. β
"Perhaps, the dragon-giving males are all about the same. Brother Chen is biased towards Confucianism and law...... Maybe there are some Yang Zhu, and I am biased towards Tao and Mo? But this is only the surface, we can be transformed at any time, and we cannot be separated from each other. Each of us is the inheritor of the 5,000-year-old cultural gene. β
Because Thomas brought himself and the dragon culture up, although the paladin clenched his armor to a "creak", he still gave him face and gave up investigating the matter.
It is said that when the muscles contract there, the strength is no less than that of a tiger's mouth......
The ranger looked at the Platinum Dragon Paladin, but what he remembered was another white-horned knight, that is, the actual controller of the Unicorn Knights: "After a few years, Gui Ying has not only become more and more difficult to master with one hand, but his combat effectiveness has increased by leaps and bounds. She is like this, she is very focused, attentive, brave and tireless. On the other hand, a certain old Lori is obsessed with secular power, and her combat power and her ...... for many years The height is the same as stopping, maybe no unicorn can fight? β
Although they are both paladins, the two can conclude that they will definitely be incompatible: the white-haired one hates others being taller than her the most, and the black-haired one likes to hold his head high and be condescending, except for ......
And me? Thomas sighed again, his interest and attention were too easily diverted! Although she had been laughing at Hélène for being honest or stupid, she was at least wise and foolish, and she was ...... At best, it can be regarded as being smart but being mistaken by cleverness.
Alas, everyone is better qualified than me, and the scary thing is that they work harder than me.
His gaze paused slightly at the statue of the Ranger and the hamster in the center of the market in the distance, and then left: "Is it my delusion? I always feel that I have seen my teammates at Baldur's Gate 1......"
Her gaze turned to Hélène again, and she was greeted by the small castle that served as the Duke's Palace and the Bodian Memorial, the Temple of Wonders of Gonde, and the "Helmet and Cloak" hotel in between.
Next to the statue of the Ranger and the hamster, an elven man with a flirtatious appearance is holding his little human girlfriend, a girl younger than his son.
"Baby, do you know where this statue came from?"
"All I know is that it was called the dear Ranger and is said to have saved the statue artist? This hamster is so cute...... "Although the theme of the statue is called a ranger, it is actually a strong body, like a barbarian. However, the hamster in his hand is extremely cute, and it has been lit up by passengers.
"His name is Minsk, and the witch who protects him leaves his hometown of Lysserman to complete the travel ritual. The elf sighed slightly, but a smile appeared on her face that the woman had never seen before: "The Lesserman witch and the red-robed mage are feuding, and I and Cha ...... at that time The Duke of Aberdale watched the three of them bickering all day long. β
"I heard that Dinah Black had been murdered later, and that Chanem's lover had taken on the position of his new witch. And Minsk has finally opened his mind and competed with the dwarves for the love of a brave halfling warrior......"
Speaking of this, his slightly gloomy expression flew again: "It's a pity that that halfling girl likes another human ranger with a bleak background, hahahahahaha......"
"Is that what happened after the Duke and you were separated? The woman's eyes became very admiring: "It is worthy of you, the duke can even talk about such a private matter." β
"That's that, I can be called the best partner of Sword Bay by him, and the sword and bow are unmatched. The elf man smiled and said, falling into sweet memories: "This hamster is even more amazing, its name is Boo, and Minsk says that it is an invincible hamster in the miniature universe." None of us believed what he said, but Chanem said that there were such hamsters in space, and that they were created by Crane's dwarfs. There are many other species of giant cosmic hamsters, such as saber-toothed hamsters and fire-breathing hamsters......"
Suddenly, the elf man was shocked, and inadvertently, he saw the distance through the gap in the crowd.
It was a female knight in armor resembling the elite of the Church of Gond carrying a chest, a Tabasi leopard man who had been extremely rare since the magical plague, looking like a ninja dressed as Karatu, and a human female of Mulholland or Enser, and the most shocking thing to him............ The side face flashed, leaving him with only a black-haired boy with his back.
"Cha, Chanem?"
For some reason, he suddenly remembered the adventures he had shared with the Duke of Aberdale a hundred years ago, and the past flashed before his eyes: the Cloak Forest, the flooded iron mines, Baldur's Gate, the Candlestick Library, the Hugh of Uguss, and the Werewolf Island......
"Strange, why do I think I've had an adventure with Duke Aberdale? Ah, no, I'm his teammate? Chanem, who is Chanem? Yes, Aberdale. β
"What's wrong with you, Mr. Courne?" came the girl's worried voice.
"I just seem to see others as the Duke of Aberdale, and when I get old, it's always easy to fall into memories. β
"No. The girl chuckled shyly as her fingers tickled at Crown's palm.
"But then again, why did Aberdale suddenly pass by here?" said Cologne, pretending to take the girl's palm warmly, and looked absentmindedly in the direction of the boy's departure. In his mind, for some reason, always, always, and will overlap the image of the young man who had just glanced at him lightly, and the Duke of Aberdale, whom he had known for decades.
The bones, muscles and joints of the whole body suddenly woke up from decades of gold drunkenness, bursting, shouting, urging, and eager to try, as if they were always ready to fight.
"Who the hell are you?"