Gloomy afternoon.

The girl dozed off the wall of the carriage, and as the carriage moved forward, it was bumpy and undulating, and her head shook like a chicken pecking rice.

No way, a real aristocratic lady, but she won't get up early in the morning.

The carriage stopped suddenly, and she screamed "oops", touching her head and being stunned for a moment before remembering her current situation. The complaints that came to her lips were swallowed back up, and Feeney lifted the curtains to find that they had arrived at their destination.

"It's here, get off. Illo leaned in, picked up his bow and arrows, and greeted him casually.

Cheaply rented wagons, poorly configured, climbed on the bus, and jumped off the car. Fennie cautiously slid out of the carriage and surveyed the town at the foot of the cast-iron mountains.

Because the soil layer is thin and not suitable for reclamation, most of the townspeople here are herders or hunters. The house that has just been built for a short time exudes the fragrance of pine wood. At the time of the meal, the sheep returning from grazing, the smell of the body was mixed with the aroma of boiled meat in the roadside houses, which was the taste that really belonged to the low-level civilians.

The place where they got off was the only hotel in the town. The two-storey wooden building doesn't even have a decent name, except for a pair of twisted sheep's horns hanging on the door frame as a symbol.

"Yes...... Mr. Illo?" the innkeeper has a striking beard. In this season, there are not many adventurers coming and going, and when he sees a guest coming to the door, he immediately approaches quickly. Some time ago, the Half-Elf Ranger once helped the town shoot an Iron-clawed Wind Falcon, and as one of the townspeople present at the time, the boss was impressed by him.

"It's me," Illo nodded, "I'm on that mission to explore the Wind Falcon's lair. ”

"I see," as one of the most well-informed people in town. The bearded boss reacted immediately, and complimented with a smile, "Sir, you go out in person, we can rest assured." ”

"We'll rest here for the night, and we'll go into the mountains tomorrow morning," Illo smiled kindly. He asked, "Can you prepare some water and a map of the surrounding area?"

"No problem," the boss patted his chest and reassured, then pulled a child watching the excitement next to him, and instructed, "Quick, go to the mayor and bring the information of the Iron Claw Wind Falcon." ”

"But. I'm a little hungry......" The boy rolled his eyes and pouted, looking weak.

"A leg of mutton. The bearded boss was obviously familiar with these tricks, patted him on the head, and promised.

The boy cheered and ran. The boss instructed the men to set up the carriage and horses, and then turned around and invited earnestly. "Please, two. ”

"I'm tired. Illo nodded politely. The first to enter the hotel, Fennie followed behind with her own package, like a little attendant.

At the same time, on their way to come, a small group of knights was leisurely moving forward.

Or to describe it as "wriggling". Be more relevant.

After all, half a day, dozens of miles, not everyone can do it.

"Stop," night fell. Dargnan, who was the leader, waved his hand and ordered, "Let's stay in the village in front of us tonight." ”

"But ......," the short, thin mercenary next to him asked, "how long will it take to catch up with the leader?"

"Take your time," Dargnon sighed helplessly, remembering Onesa's advice before leaving, "I'll catch up." ”

"Pea stew?" said Illo, sitting at the greasy wooden table, sniffing lightly, discerning the aroma wafting from the kitchen.

"Yes, sir, how many do you want?" asked the fellow with a smile. In a small hotel like this, there are not many dishes to choose from, and naturally there is no so-called menu, so what you can eat depends on luck.

"Two servings, and a loaf of brown bread. Illo explained.

"Okay Lak, wait a minute. The man wasn't lying, he went around the kitchen and came back with a wooden plate. The rich pea soup and crispy pieces of meat are served in two large bowls, which can also arouse people's appetite.

However, the bread cut into slices is much worse. This staple food of the poor people is unusually dry and hard, and the taste is sour, and the nobles absolutely disdain it.

"Taste it. Illo handed the wooden spoon to Fennie and munched on it.

Wheat bread with jerky, brown bread with boiled meat, is the most common food pairing for adventurers. Fennie was lucky enough to get a taste of all of their members in one day, and it was well worth the trip.

After being hungry for most of the day, the girl with a strong appetite actually wiped out the bowl of stew. After the meal, Fennie burped contentedly, and then realized her gaffe, and hurriedly sat down, only to find that no one cared at all.

This is not a general's mansion, nor is it a noble manor, how can there be so many good deeds in a hotel in a foothill town? Thinking about this, she felt like she had unloaded a thousand pounds of burden, and the feeling of being relaxed was really an unprecedented experience.

"Finished eating?" Illo took out the square towel from his bosom, wiped his mouth, and glanced at the girl inquiringly.

"Hmm," Fennie asked, nodding, looking left and right, and asked softly, "here...... Don't have a napkin?"

"No," Illo said with that nasty smile on his face again, he thought for a moment, turned the scarf in his hand, and handed it over, "If you don't mind, you can use this." ”

"Don't mind. Fennie grabbed it, and she decided to impress the half-elves.

Illo smiled, didn't speak, and went to the counter to chat with the bearded boss. It never hurts to know more about it. Among other things, if you can know from nearby hunters which areas have been explored and which areas are likely to be where the falcons nest, you can greatly reduce the amount of effort required.

Fennie was bored, but couldn't find anything to do, so she crept in.

“...... If you want to find a girl, talk to me," the bearded boss's voice is too loud, even if he is talking about such a secret topic, the people next to him can hear it clearly, "With the talent of the elder brother, at least a five-percent discount." ”

Hearing this, the girl's face turned red and she turned to leave, but her ears were pricked up.

"Brother, you have small sparrows here, but you have all kinds of organs," Illo said with a smile, "but forget it, I have to go into the mountain tomorrow." ”

"Understand, understand, I can't help myself," the boss also saw Fennie and sighed empathetically, "But you, in addition to your face, you have to have no breasts, you have no ass, it's really bitter for you, brother." ”

Illo's face froze, and he couldn't help but smile dumbly.

Fennie turned around and glared at the bearded man fiercely.

... (To be continued......)

PS: (First update.) ）