Chapter 7: The Dark Camp
The sun faded into the edge of the sky, the sporadic bonfires in the darkness scorched the smell of deliciousness, and Durand's eyes were closed and motionless on the massive wooden pillars of Camp Owan.
Not so long ago, there were a few more pillars around him. But Durand, the person tied up above, didn't know any of them.
Owan, who had gathered in groups of three or five, was chatting and resting. In a relaxed atmosphere, no one dared to approach Duland. Durand had already expected such a situation, so he waited for his fate silently.
"Drink some water!" a familiar voice suddenly sounded in Duland's ears. Durand opened his eyes in surprise to find Silana standing in front of him.
Durand shook his head and said in a hoarse voice, "Thank you, I don't need it anymore." Tomorrow, when the sun rises, Ravan will surely put me to death. ”
Slana looked left and right to see that no one noticed her, so she put it in Duland's ear and said, "LaVine wants to get rid of the entire Naxi tribe." It's all his conspiracy. ”
"I've known this for a long time. From his initial performances, I could see his sinister intentions. Hurry up and leave with the surviving warriors! there's no good in staying here. Durand said with a somewhat lonely expression.
"Ravan had just gotten a sword of fire, and it was out of that man's hand. Silana pointed to Walter who was tied to the side and said.
Durand glanced at Walter and asked curiously, "Fire sword, do you mean from this young man's hand?"
"Yes, the red flames of that fire sword. Those who were slashed by it were split in half in an instant. As she spoke, she put the kettle to Duland's mouth.
After taking a few sips of water, Durand asked with concern, "Are you saying that sword has a red flame?"
"Yes! At first, it was still an ordinary sword, but in the man's hand, it burst into flames. And the fire will get bigger. I saw it with my own eyes. Slanna said as she put a few small pieces of food into Duland's mouth.
After Durand gulped down the food, he said to Silana, "According to your description, that sword should be a fire sword." But I've seen the man who defeated King Al with a sword of fire, and even though I was a child at the time, it seems a little different from what you said!"
"The most critical issue now is that if Laven returns to Keenstagg with this sword, there will be no one to stop him. This will be a disaster for us!" said Slana.
Durand was silent, he knew what Silana meant. The brutal Ravan will definitely make the anger in Owan's heart continue to swell, and a full-scale battle will be inevitable. Owan, who has just stabilized, will be attacked by blood and tears again.
"If only my brother Seth were here. That sword has an incomparably powerful deterrent power for all Owan. Slanna, we can't let Ravon have that sword. Durand looked at Silana with a bright look and said.
Through this look, Silana felt Duland's rekindled fighting spirit. She smiled and said, "I understand what you're thinking. But it's better for me to do this kind of thing. ”
Hearing this, Durand felt a little strange, so he quickly asked, "What are you going to do?"
But Slana didn't answer, she glanced at Walter tied next to her and turned away. Durand wanted to stop Silana, but saw that the people around him didn't shout out.
At this time, in a tent in the camp, several Odoman people were constantly arguing. Everyone is giving their opinion on this action, and the argument is about whether or not to stop the current action.
In the midst of the noise, Lavin, who had not spoken, slapped his hands heavily on the table. Looking at these people in front of him seriously, he sneered and said, "Those who don't want to go back, can you kill the red dragon?"
Raven's words made the people present instantly silent, and they lowered their heads and did not dare to look at Raven's face.
Seeing that all the doubts were gone. Ravan said, "I know your concerns, but everyone knows what is going on with King Ar. He no longer has the ability to lead us to glory. In order to reduce unnecessary casualties, I have decided to set off tomorrow for Keenstagg. ”
Hearing Lavin's words, everyone present looked at each other. Everyone understands what Ravan means, and they also understand that Ravan has absolute strength in such a situation.
Seeing that no one objected, Laven reluctantly smiled and said, "Then it's decided, everyone go back and prepare!"
After several Odoman people present glanced at each other, they shook their heads and left. In the end, only Ravan and his three faithful men were left in the tent. Dalter "The Long Hand", Marcia "Shaman" and Ono "Black Fang".
Seeing that the others were gone, Ravin excitedly took the Flame Sword from behind him to several people.
Dalter was the first to say, "Chief, I have seen its power with my own eyes. The legendary sword of fire actually existed. No wonder King Al with the Thunder Axe would lose. ”
"Well, yes, indeed! I once heard my father say that he had seen King Al defeated by a sword that could emit flames. It seems that this sword is just that. LaVine said.
"Congratulations to the Chief. With this sword, you will definitely get a lot of support when you go back this time, thus taking the place of King Arr. Ohno chimed in.
"Hmph, I've always believed in power. Now that we're going back, who else can stop us?" Ravan said, picking up the Flame Sword.
"Yes, that's what the chief said. But what about those people?" said Ono as he hurriedly changed the subject.
"Those people are our best sacrificial offerings. Stay back in Keenstagg and deal with them!" said Raven, touching the scabbard.
With a crisp metallic sound, Ravin drew his flaming sword. His eyes focused on the blade of the sword and said, "Don't bring that guy back with Duland." Marcia, you know what to do!"
"Yes, I have ordered the preparation to begin. Tomorrow there will definitely be a beautiful scene for you to enjoy, haha. Shaman Marcia said with a smile.
Ravin nodded in satisfaction and talked to the three about the sword. As Raven and the others talked, a large shadow skimmed over their camp. But none of Owan noticed the fleeting figure.
In the jungle not far from the camp, Jones Knight's troops were marching by moonlight. They soon discovered the mark that Walter had left behind. Around these markers, they found many traces of battle.
Jones Knight wiped the ashes from the trunk with his hand and sniffed the scent. I looked at the surrounding terrain again, and with many years of experience, I immediately judged the direction of Oman's movement.
By the time the sun had just risen, Ovan had already begun to pack his belongings. LaVine went to the wooden pillar where Durand was bound and said, "We're going back." Teacher, is there anything else you'd like to say?"
"What did you say? Go back? The red dragon hasn't been killed yet. How could we possibly go back!" Durand asked, feigned surprise.
"Are you mistaken? Do you think King Al can still be saved? What's more, what's good here, we were once born in this land, but none of our children were. They don't have any nostalgia for the land. Ravan said in an educational tone.
Durand said, "Then why did you come? Have you forgotten the promise you made in front of King Al?"
"Well, I didn't forget. But I am not his knight, and no one among the Ovan believes in any convention. It's the strength that counts. Ravan said smugly.
"You're finally showing your fox tail. Ovan will not make you king. Durand said angrily.
Hearing this, Ravan smiled and said, "I don't need it?" It's just a pity that you can't see it. I'm going to let you die on the land you yearn for. Let you stay on this land forever. ”
"Come on, then! I'll be there at any time. I'm not afraid of anything!" Durand said, staring fiercely at LaVine.
The sound of the quarrel woke the sleepy Walter a little, and he reluctantly opened his eyes to see two Ovan arguing. He moved his body and found himself tied up. Only then did he realize that he had been captured.
He saw that Arnold and two soldiers were also tied up next to him, and the Ovan camp not far away was busy. People are packing up their belongings and dismantling the tents in the camp.
While Walter was still watching, several Odovan warriors came up to them, freed them from the wooden pillars, and stuffed them into the cages of a wooden cart.
LaVine had long lost his patience to talk to Duland, and he punched Durand in the abdomen, saying fiercely, "Goodbye, my teacher." Just shout as much as you want!"
Before Durand could answer, the shaman Marcia led the men to re-tie Durand to a large wooden platform in the center of the camp. Beneath this huge wooden platform is a pile of dead branches and wood, which the shaman Marcia ordered to build overnight yesterday.
When everything was ready, all the Ovan were asked to come to the wooden platform in the center. When Durand was seen tied up, no one spoke but watched silently.
With a lit torch in his hand, Ravan walked back and forth in front of all the Orcans and said, "Warriors, our operation this time has not been very successful. But yesterday we defeated the enemy. Look, that's the captive we caught. ”
After pointing to Walter and the others, Ravin continued, "Dragons used to be our protectors, but the time of dragons has passed. We can defeat the enemy on our own. I would say that we don't need old ideas, we need new strength. ”
Although these words did not ignite the enthusiasm of the soldiers, his staunch supporters still went out of their way to applaud. Seeing this reflection, LaVine looked a little embarrassed.
Raven spread his hands and let the sun shine on him. As the sunlight shone through, Ravan threw the torch into the pile of wood. The flames began to burn. Seeing that the fire was gradually burning, Ravan gave the order to evacuate.
At this moment, several arrows suddenly shot out of the woods. As several O0,000 fell from the arrows, a large number of warriors in armor rushed from the forest.
The commander was none other than the Jones Knights. It turned out that their troops had already discovered Ovan's camp, but they had been observing the situation here and did not act.
Owan's move in the morning to clean up the camp made Jones's heart feel strange. But by all indications, they are going to evacuate from here.
After seeing Walter and the others being put into cages, and seeing the start of igniting and burning Owan. Jones, sensing that the time was right, ordered a charge, and the soldiers rushed in like a tidal wave through the forest.
Seeing that he had been attacked, the annoyed Laven roared angrily, picked up his hammer and rushed forward, and the people on both sides fought together.
In the confusion, Slana strode to the pile of burning wood and blocked the way with her weapon. Quickly rushed to the wooden platform and untied the rope that tied Durand.
"Are you crazy? Slana, this is an act of betrayal. This is the rule of Owan, and no one can forgive sinners. Durand shouted to stop.
"I know that, but I can't watch you die like this. Failed leaders should be punished, but in the current situation, it is more worthwhile to live. Slana said as she dragged Durand off the wooden platform.
At this point, LaVine noticed that Durand had been saved from a wooden stake. Annoyed, he wanted to kill Durand with his own hands, but the strong offensive made him unable to pull away.
Just as Durand was about to say something, Slana handed an axe to Duland. Durand recognized the weapon at a glance, it was the same axe that Guerra had used.
Seeing Si Lanna's determined eyes, he saw the battle that was still going on in front of him. Durand took the axe, took a deep breath, and rushed into the crowd with a loud roar.
As the battle began, several fighters approached the head cage where Walter was being held. The besieged Ravan saw their intentions at a glance, and after killing the warriors, he rushed straight to the wooden cage.
Raven, who came to the cage, glanced at Walter and raised his hammer to smash it at Walter. Suddenly, an arrow struck Laven in the right hand, and Laven felt a pain as the hammer fell to the ground. He hurriedly picked up the hammer with his right hand and dodged behind the stone next to him.
Walter looked in the cage in the direction the arrow was flying and saw a little boy standing in a tree in the distance. Walter smiled when he saw it clearly, and it turned out that the little boy was Winter Ryder. The bow and arrow in his hand shot at every Ovan who approached Walter.
With Winter's help, the soldiers quickly took control of the area where the cage was located.
Seeing that the situation in the battle was gradually unfavorable, Ravan gave the order to retreat. With a rhythmic sound, all the Okten stopped fighting and ran into the jungle in a hurry.
Jones, seeing that Ovan was beginning to retreat, did not rush to chase and kill. Instead, he rescued Walter and the others from the cage first. Walter, who came out of the cage, hurriedly thanked Jones Knight.
After a while, Winter, who was in the tree, also ran over. After seeing Walter, the two hugged each other.
Walter asked excitedly, "How did you come here, little one?" It's amazing. ”
"I said I could go to war. You still don't believe it. Winter said proudly, holding his head high.
Jones Knight looked around, and immediately interrupted the conversation between the two brothers, saying, "Which O'Wanman may come back at any time. This place should not stay for long, let's retreat from here and join the duke and them!"
Walter hurriedly nodded in agreement, and as he spoke, the group quickly evacuated from Owan's camp.