The Divine Hunter Chapter 3: Retention

The moon was missing a leg and hung high in the sky. In the wide courtyard of Shire Village, the Sea Scorpion Acrobatic Troupe and the two new members were enjoying a barbecue dinner around the central bonfire.

Aaron sat at the front and raised his glass to the two of them frequently,

"Brother Roy, Master Leisuo, and I, Aaron, welcome you two on behalf of the entire Sea Scorpion Acrobatic Troupe. In the next few days, until we reach Elland City, we will be brothers and companions !"

After drinking one cup, he picked up another cup,

"However, I still have a few things to say that I don't like, and I would like to mention them to you two."

"Since you are going to follow the Sea Scorpion, you have to do things according to the Sea Scorpion's rules. It's best to discuss everything with everyone first, otherwise if something unpleasant happens, don't blame us for being ruthless!"

"We are used to wandering, we don't ask for much, everything is up to you!"

The witcher drank a drink with him calmly.

"Good wine! If I guessed correctly, this is the Pomino ten years old from Castello Ravello."

"Master Leisuo is a connoisseur of wine and a refreshing person! In my opinion, folk tales are very prejudiced against you demon hunters!"

Aaron grinned boldly, and the atmosphere became heated.

The suckling pig and game in the center are roasted with fragrant oil and aroma.

Everin sat next to Roy and told all kinds of interesting things that happened in the years since she left her tribe at the edge of the world.

Zerikan's sword girl laughed like a silver bell, biting the elf lady's ear from time to time, her beautiful eyes shining in the firelight.

Sitting opposite them was Yamos, a Quint performer with a turban and a hooked nose, who was squinting at the elf beauty and kept flattering her, even if the other party ignored her.

And the ugly, short clown Frozzi clung to the muscular fire-eater Corinthius. You and I were eating the barbecue bite by bite, showing off our affection, with our two big, oily mouths. Come together. The deep affection in his eyes almost overflowed.

Obviously, two big and thick guys are actually a couple, two of the same sex?

Everyone in Sea Scorpion was not surprised by this, but Roy was slightly surprised. He controlled his expression not to hurt the two lovers and focused on the barbecue feast in front of him. As the sparks jumped, the aroma of rosin and meat oil filled the air in the light white smoke.

“Fat but not greasy, it melts in your mouth. Don’t underestimate the cooking technology in this world!”

The demon hunter on the other side exchanged looks with him, and started chewing as if they were competing. After eating dry food for a week, they finally had the opportunity to open their bellies and eat some normal food.

Of course I won’t let this opportunity pass me by.

……

During the hot dinner, a guest suddenly came - the white-haired old village chief of Shire Village.

"I heard that everyone from the Sea Scorpion Acrobatic Troupe will leave the village tomorrow, so the old man has no choice but to shamelessly ask everyone to stay a little longer."

Aaron said calmly, "How do you say it?"

The old village chief sighed,

"This world is really terrible! All kinds of dirty things are breeding. The raccoon monsters are rampant in the mountains of Mahakam. They will hit kobolds or leprechauns with their spit. Goblins and water nymphs come from nearby Hundreds of children were kidnapped in the village, water ghosts lurked in the swamps waiting for carriages to pass by, and various unheard of diseases broke out one after another, making people's hair stand on end!"

"Life is too difficult!" The old village chief took a sip of strong wine, and an excited blush appeared on his thin face.

"If it weren't for the kind people who are willing to come to our remote rural area to show condolences, life would be really bleak and boring. It would be better to just die!"

"Hiccup..." Roy wiped the oil stain left on his mouth and did it for a long time. Did this old village chief just want to flatter the acrobatic troupe?

Which poor bard did he hear this poem from? If there really were so many monsters causing trouble, there wouldn't be fewer and fewer demon hunters.

As the leader of the Sea Scorpion Acrobatic Troupe, Aaron the Bird Whisperer was also confused by the sudden compliment from the old village chief.

"You are exaggerating. The sea scorpions are not as noble as you said. We only contribute a negligible force. If we can bring some laughter to the people of Temeria who are in dire straits, it is really a blessing. Something!"

After saying that, he flicked his wrist, snapped his fingers at everyone, his lips formed an arc and whistled loudly, and then a magical scene appeared - in the mid-air illuminated by fire, from nowhere in the night. A small kestrel with gray spotted feathers and black eyes like beans jumped up. The kestrel flapped its wings and stopped on Aaron's left hand wearing a cowhide glove. It nodded towards a group of people in a very humane manner and uttered a few words. The cry of "Yak, Yak". Then it uses its short hooked beak to peck at the roasted meat at the other end.

"And we don't charge nothing. At least the barbecue in your village is really good. Ad said he likes it very much!" Aaron looked at the kestrel with doting eyes, as if he were looking at his own son.

"If you like it, please stay longer and eat more." The old village chief held up the wine glass emotionally, "Now I want to say a few words from my heart to everyone in Sea Scorpion."

He was holding his old fist and spitting everywhere,

"Although this place is only a few days away from Elland City, the road is not smooth. It is better to stay in the village for a while and wait...wait for Elland's army to clear the road before setting off."

"The dozen brothers and sisters of Sea Scorpion are not free earners, and they should not be afraid of bandits who just rob passing merchants."

Aaron’s tone was full of confidence,

"And as far as I know, the Knights of the White Rose in Elland City have always only been concerned about the security of the city, and have no time to care about the life and death of the people in the countryside. If we wait for them to take action first, we don't know how long it will take. ”

Aaron asked in a questioning tone, and everyone stopped what they were doing in unison, waiting for the old village chief's answer.

The old village chief, with his trembling beard, struggled for a long time and said dejectedly,

"Let me tell the truth, old man. The situation in Shire Village is really complicated... Old Andre from our village went to the city to discuss business and has not been heard from for half a month. Sister Luo Lin, who went to pick herbs near the swamp, If you leave and never come back, I'm afraid something unexpected will happen to you."

"And the horrible things are still spreading to the village. Before your group came to the village, there were several missing livestock incidents in the village, including chickens, dogs, cattle and sheep! Every night you can hear various incidents. There was such a terrifying scream that Old Tom, who was keeping watch at night, was so frightened that he hid in his house and could not come out..."

“It wasn’t until the sea scorpions came to the Shire Village ~IndoMTL.com~ to camp out in the open that the situation suddenly eased.”

Aaron looked cold, "You mean there was something causing trouble, but we scared him away?"

"Yes!" the old village chief nodded, "According to our country people's opinion. Either they are some petty thieves, or there are some 'dirty things'. But there are all of you here these two days. The village is very popular for camping, but they don’t even dare to show up!"

At this moment, everyone in Sea Scorpion suddenly became alert, with different expressions.

Kandila's pink tongue licked the flesh-cutting dagger with great interest, Evelin was thoughtful, the muscular brother Fire Breather hugged his little cotton-padded jacket, and Yamos' eyes flickered. , shrunk back with a cowardly look.

"I had no choice but to conceal the situation from you before. The village is willing to pay you a sum of money to compensate you, as long as..."

Aaron interrupted the other party, "The original plan will not change. The Sea Scorpion will leave Shire Village early tomorrow morning."

The old village chief rubbed his hands, a trace of embarrassment and disappointment flashed across his face. It was reasonable for the other party to be angry.

His eyes turned to the demon hunter, whose face was oily and drunk.

"Master, can you and your guys stay in the village for a few more days?" He hesitated for a moment, "The village is willing to pay a sum of money..."

"I'm sorry." The witcher interrupted him directly, "My legs and feet were seriously injured. It's difficult to walk. There's really nothing I can do."

Roy was hesitant to speak next to him. When he thought of the demon hunter's injuries, he still didn't want to make matters worse.

In the end, the old village chief of Shire Village could only say goodbye with regret.

The night became darker and darker, and people with different thoughts leaned against the carriage with twinkling eyes. Roy pulled the demon hunter aside and whispered.