Doubts - Chapter 5.2
When they finally reached the carriage, Arguna ignored Angelus, crossed her hands on her hips, and looked at the two boys with a frown. They stopped, not knowing what was happening. She said, "How? What are you doing standing there?"
Flowers and Pepper looked at each other nervously for a moment, then began to walk towards the carriage. There was an evil glint in Arguna's eyes, which the boys could not see at all. Androus smiled slyly - the woman was very funny. She looked tired, with big bags under her eyes and some droopy body language, but she didn't have a single scratch on her body, God willing.
"What are you doing there?" Agunn said angrily.
Pepper glared at her completely bewildered, and Hana looked at the ground, her hands dangling around, not knowing what to do.
"Come and hug me, you idiots!" You're so rude, make me wait!" She said. Hearing this, the children smiled brightly, immediately showed all their sharp teeth, turned and ran into the arms where she was waiting. It quickly turns into a rather chaotic scene, with each child running around, making sure they hug and kiss everyone. Gabby had tears in her eyes, enough to make Andaros wonder what Agunn had told her to worry about. Seif even jumped off and got involved despite the snow on his bare feet. When he walked up to Aguna, she picked him up and giggled at him as she wiped the snow.
The children were settled, and Andox said, "Hello, Gorgon. Looks like Deanna you. He put his arm around her and kissed her hair, and she let him do the same.
But as usual, only for a brief moment. She never let him be too affectionate, even though he had made it clear that he intended to take her to Dikaya to be his wife. Only the gods know why. He didn't dare ask.
"Take your hands off and press them on the cow!" Agnn said.
"Who do you think you're talking to?" He replied angrily, but Agunn had already turned and cooed at the little devil, kissing his head, and Deanna followed gracefully.
The cow was too close to the side of the road when it suddenly slid into a steep slope and was crushed by a boulder. It could have climbed out on its own, but the angle of the cart was awkward, pressing against its neck, making it impossible for it to climb out. When it saw him, it began to growl, struggling to break free of the harness, and he had to comfort it and gently rub its head to calm it down. Pushing the cart forward a little gives him the space he needs to untie the cow's harness, so that when he pulls, the cow can easily come up.
Now that it is free, it rubs its nose rudely against him, trying to lean on him. A
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Okles patted it on the head, put a few blankets on its back and neck to warm it up, and gave it a few large handfuls of barley from the feed basket.
When Agnne saw that he was beginning to rummage through the carriage, he said, "I think the sons of adultery only grabbed what they could carry while the cattle were trapped." Sev squirmed, and Aguna deftly tickled under his armpits, causing him to giggle.
"Then they might come back to help." Androx replied. "What did they take?"
"A good rope, half a bag of dried chickpeas, a bundle of thin linen, two jugs of wine," she said.
"Yes......" he said, deliberately muffling his voice.
"Yes, right there," she said, understanding what he meant.
Thankfully, the silverware is safe. The cattle are still healthy and the car is not damaged. His family was reunited. Everything was worked out. He was supposed to sacrifice, but they only had the cow they needed. In addition, the "clearer path of the bisorthodont" protects the traveler, who loves birds and racing dogs.
The day is almost over, and everyone needs to take a break. The need was non-negotiable, but Andandrocles wouldn't let them relax until he brought them back to the camp, where there were still hot embers in the fire pit. He lit the fire again and burned another pot of bread, silently regretting how long it would take.
Night fell quickly, and the cloudless night was colder, but also brighter. When the crescent moon rises to the tree line, everything sparkles. The snow-covered branches and ground contrast with the dark bark, making it almost invisible.
After eating the bread, the people of the Fangs tribe huddled under a blanket, Sev sat in the middle, and Wolf sca
Sit on his shoulder. They all look cute, just with their heads exposed. Skytha
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The kit's ears stick out directly from the top of the head, but Seff's ears stick out diagonally from the sides and are longer. He kept rubbing his ears against theirs, and they didn't seem to mind. Ga
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Okles' lap, nestled against his chest, was unusually quiet, and he gently stroked her back, wondering if he should be worried if she was still so thin.
Aguna and Deanna share a blanket and appear angry at being abandoned, but they don't complain. No one said anything; After the chaos of the past day or so, everyone was content to sit quietly. Now, the kids can start dozing off at any moment, and Anchors has to get up and get the futon ready.
"Dad, do you think those people will come after us again?" Gabi asked softly, almost in a whisper.
He kissed the top of her head and said, "Let them come a thousand times." Who can beat Andrx, my daughter?"
"But what if they take me somewhere you can't find it?" She said.
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Can tell me where you are. ”
"But what if he gets caught, too?"
"Gabi, the person who gave you to me is the god Patos. Do you think he's going to let you get taken away again after all the trouble you've been through?"
"No," said Galby meekly. And just like that, she said no more.
After a while, the fire grew smaller, and Arguna was so angry that she stood up and wanted to add some more firewood, but she looked over the road and frowned. "Get up, youkai. The future of the company. Give me Gabi and take your stuff. She said, worried. Androxus turned and saw several men on horseback walking towards them along the main road. They looked heavily armed.
"Don't dictate to me!" He grumbled, then threw Gabi with a blanket into her arms. Before he could get his shield and spear ready, they came, and stopped at a distance.
There were four of them, all armed with local swords and huge wooden oval shields. They wore chain mail, bronze conical helmets, and each had several heads tied to their saddles, probably as trophies.
One of the helmets with bird wings peeking out on the sides, was the only one dressed in red, and he took a few steps forward. "Hello, traveler, in the name of King Lugubelenus of the exotic Logi whom you have trodden." His voice was surprisingly flat and alert.
Regards. You people look like trouble. What can I do for you? Andlos said, trying to make himself sound less excited. After all, killing local officials can make travel more difficult than necessary.
"We are here on patrol by order of the king, just to hear your names and things. These roads may not be safe. Wearing a helmet and a thick brown beard, it's hard to tell accurately, but he sounds like a middle-aged man, and his speech is careful and well-proportioned.
"Well, you're too late to help us with anything. We've already been raided once, and both the kids and the car have been stolen. I've taken care of it, though. Andlox said, trying to make his tone sound fierce enough, but not overdone. To emphasize this, he clenched his spear, but still maintained a calm and friendly expression. "If you come as a friend, you are welcome to share our fire. I even had some hot wine, which I was willing to give up. ”
The riders looked around the camp, and one of them whispered a few words to the leader, then pointed at Deanna and then at Sef.
"Where are you from, traveler?" The red-clad leader asked.
"From the glorious land, to the far south. I'm chasing a wife who ran away from home. My name is Della, bright red hair. Go to her home in a place called Meadowlands," Androx said, getting more and more worried. "I don't think you've seen her, right?"
"Traveler, from your carriage, I believe your words, but you must not know the laws of this land. You have a demon child, and they all belong to the king. We also know that the young woman is a thief," the leader said, pointing to Deanna and Seif. "We're going to take them all back. Will you get in our way?"
Andlox, apparently clenching his spear, asked, "What if I do this?"
"Then unfortunately we have to fight. If you survive, you are our slave. Women and children are to be sold. The man replied, pointing to Argon. Then he lowered his arm, and with a hint of excitement in his voice, said, "Oh my God, is that a fairy?"
"Yes." Anders said without explanation. Wolf sca
Apparently having left his perch, found the leather needle he used to make a spear, and landed on A
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OKLES on the shoulders.
"You're going to ...... Would you consider selling him?" The captain asked, leaning forward, as if trying to see better.
"Nope." Androx replied with a hint of a smirk. He shifted his body slightly, so that the hilt of the spear did not sink too deeply. If the knights come forward, he will have to wait for the wolf sca
Come back with the others before you can release his anger. The question is, will they go around in circles first, or will they just ride in?
The red-clad leader calmly stared at him for a moment, staring at him, as if trying to figure out what he was dealing with. Androcles had to admit that the winged helmet and bold embroidery gave the man a certain authoritative temperament that he might not have otherwise had. It's an impressive garment, although the man who wears it looks younger and less experienced. "Who are you?" The rider finally asked.
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Okles nodded and said, "Listen up. I am Androus the Giant Slayer, son of Paramonos, the god of Agametia. My city is Dikaya, the pride of glory. I am the one who killed Tartarlo, the one who killed Mary, the goddess of Kelltars. The blood and broken corpses I left behind stretched from here to the warm ocean. I have slain wolves with my bare hands, and bears with my sword. My woman is a priestess, my daughter is a princess, and my sons are wise and blessed by the gods. Let you know that I, Androcles, pass through your land. I intend to leave peacefully. Andrakes said firmly. That's a nice boast, even if it's well below the standard length. At the table at the Glory Restaurant, the time for bombastic talk must be long enough to drink a jug of wine.
The knight stared at the others for a moment, then looked at Androx with an evaluative look for a long time. The riders did not make any threatening movements, but they were savages; Who knows what they're thinking?
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OKLES decided to add: "The young woman over there helped my family free myself from slavery from slave ownership, so I owe her." I protect her. The devil has my protection, and that's the way it is. Come on, aren't you cold? Come and sit by my fire and have a jug of wine together. I'll ask Flower to sing you or something. I promise you've never heard anything like that. Leave your weapons on the horse and join us. ”
"If we lay down our arms, you will attack," said the chief.
"I don't need a weapon to kill you. If I wanted your hostility or your horse, you'd be dead long ago. But here, as a symbol of my intentions. Flower! Come, take my spear. Pepper, my shield. Then go and sit next to your mother. Andrekles ordered, turning around. The children carefully untied themselves, got out of the blankets and took up arms. The passengers watched with interest, and two of them even raised their eyebrows in surprise because they were Skywalkers. The boys leaned their spears and shields against the cart, and then summoned Sev and the others to sit beside Agun. Aguna pulled a small pale stone from a bag and began to whisper, her eyes dark and focused, looking back at Androx. Good; She and the children knew his intentions. If the situation turns violent, they are safe.
Androxes crossed his arms and said, "Alright." Are you my friend or foe? Will you drink from me?" He didn't add it, otherwise would you die? But his tone hints at it.
Everyone looked at each other, not knowing how to react. The man in red didn't say anything, and after a while, a gray-bearded, younger-looking man muttered, "That's ridiculous."
The young man raised his sword and kicked his horse.
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Screaming in horror, he flew ten feet tall in surprise. Anchors cursed as he realized the wolf sca
Not going back with the boys, he couldn't rely on his killing intent to scare off the attackers. He barely had time to draw his sword to fend off the onslaught of the knight's sword.
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Okles finally saw the value of the longsword - the tip of the sword could withstand immense force, especially when swung on horseback. Such a swing would have smashed a suitable shield, but A
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Okles doesn't have a shield and will cut him in half if it touches his skin.
The man turned his horse's head and spun around again. When the punch ensued, Andox stepped in, grabbed the man's wrist before the swing began, and pulled him off his horse. A shorter person will definitely not be able to do this, and this will not work for spears either.
To his credit, the man did not scream when he was thrown to the ground. When his face hit the dirt at a strange angle, his conical helmet suddenly fell off and bounced several feet away. Catching an opportunity, Anclex grabbed the man's light brown hair, stepped on his lower back, and jerked it up. He was panting in pain and tried to break free of his hair, but the angle drained him of the strength of his arm.
He used his sword to quickly and decisively cut off the attacker's head, secretly relieved that his sword was sharp enough to cut it down with a single sword. He threw his head into the leader's lap ten paces away, the dripping blood matching his red suit.
The dwarf shouted, "Bring a hundred men, or don't come, little one!"