Chapter 0008: Rewards (Part Two)

The sky has darkened, and the town is empty.

"I am not avoiding you all," Roman explained somewhat awkwardly, lowering his head to check the cooking, mumbling, "I am just busy with Druid training."

Young people are particularly concerned about their image, and the same was true for Luomon in the past. Whenever he fantasized in his dreams about returning home in glory and impressing his friends, he would become especially focused. At the same time, he was particularly attentive to his image in front of his friends—hoping to communicate with them again after becoming a Druid

Then let's go out on an adventure together!" Romon slowly ate in silence, wearing a contemplative expression. He knew that Fafeier's true aspiration was to become a knight, while Nick hoped to become a great merchant

The night had gradually deepened, and after chatting for a while, the three of them set off home together

If only we could have meat every day! Nick finally finished eating, with some grease smeared on his lips, he sighed.

"It's not that I won't do it." Roman chuckled, masking his embarrassment.

"Nafafel, you should definitely go on an adventure with me!" Roman chuckled, tossing a piece of meat into his mouth: "Mmm, it's so hot... So, what do you all think are the benefits of the lord issuing a bounty to the outside world?"

"Roman, what brings you to think of us today?" Fafer stared blankly at the barbecue in Roman's hand. He was a close friend of Roman, but due to Roman's recent focus on Druid training, he had been too busy to pay him much attention, and it had been a while since they had been in close contact. When they saw each other, they merely exchanged greetings.

What do you need to prepare? Romon felt quite pleased and said, "I also need to purchase some additional items"

Fa Fei Er originally wanted to say: "Along with the books, and with families like ours also residing in the town, we are even more compelled to fight for the defense of the town"

The three individuals immediately began discussing some collective shared resources and methods of collaboration, and soon completed their division of labor

"How could I not think of you?" Roman said, shrugging one shoulder while raising the other hand holding a roasted pig skewered on a wooden stick, putting on a look of being wronged. "Today, it’s not like I called you all to eat right after catching a prey."

"Well, if I could serve in the military and receive rations, that would be great." Fa Fei Er was eating carefully, not even lifting his head: "I have a short bow at home, and I have also learned some combat skills!"

I do not need to prepare much; I have a bow at home and some arrow shafts that I usually make myself. I just need to buy some iron arrowheads. " Fafer calculated, " It will only take one evening to get everything ready.

Sighing deeply, Roman displayed an expression of helplessness and said, "I must first consider my livelihood"

"The forest? The forest is very dangerous." Nick hesitated, "One could easily be ambushed there."

Nick used a small knife to pick at the meat and said, "I don't want to be a soldier, but it would be great to be a merchant."

Unbeknownst to him, he arrived before the altar of the Earth Goddess, gazing at the stone altar, its vibrant colors signifying ancient traces. He strolled into the altar, and on the high platform stood a statue, that of the Earth Goddess, Isidis.

We can still select some true warriors!" Roman said while chewing on meat, "I will complete the lord's bounty, and upon receiving the reward, how could there be no record in the lord's hands?

It is of no concern, www.hetushucomcom I am a Druid! This time, Roman will not mention apprentices: "I am very well aware of the situation in the forest, just as I am aware of the lines on my own palm"

Those who dare to venture into the wild naturally possess the courage to fight, and since they can successfully reap rewards and receive bounties, it further demonstrates their wisdom and combat strength

On the wall, there are relief carvings of bulls and trees with flowers and grass. The statue of the goddess does not stand alone; it is merely a marble sculpture about three feet tall on the altar. She wears a crown made of flowers and grass and is dressed in a green gown. Her beauty is striking, with the curves of her form subtly visible, exuding a strong feminine charm, yet her eyes are exceptionally expressive.

I need to prepare a bit, it will probably take two or three days," Nick said.

As a temple of the agricultural goddess, it typically features granaries and impressive gardens

In the past, Roman habitually came here to pray, especially when he attempted to become a Druid

He lingered, sucking on his fingers, and then said: "Moreover, our family background is untainted."

So what shall we play? Nick was somewhat intrigued by this

"It's a pity you still say you think of old friends." Nick feigned sorrow and said, "I, along with Fafer, have been wanting to find you, but we have no idea where you have been hiding."

It was this kind of devotion that attracted Elinor's attention in an environment where most of the townsfolk lived their lives in a state of confusion. She greatly admired this and often spent entire nights teaching him to read after evening prayers, allowing him to come and go freely in the temple of the agricultural goddess, including the garden at the back.

"So you are not a Druid anymore?" Nick felt a bit strange and asked.

It can be eaten now, https://www.hetushu.com. Let's divide it. Romon, seeing that the prey had been roasted to perfection, uttered the words that the other two had been waiting to hear.

Under the brilliant starry sky, a bonfire blazes in an open space in a town

That is why? Fafer's curiosity was also piqued.

The granary is the place where food is purchased for storage in the temple, while the garden is where the priest teaches others how to properly cultivate plants, identify the characteristics of animal and plant diseases, and locate herbs

In the past, someone from the Fafer family served as a soldier for the lord, and they experienced a period of prosperity. However, they could not endure through the successive battles, leading to the decline of the family fortune. The household is not very affluent, and having grown accustomed to hunger in his youth, he appears emaciated, yet he has a strong fondness for meat. Nevertheless, he is quite agile and possesses considerable strength.

"Go into the forest to hunt goblins, and collect bounties for their scalps," Roman said to Nick, then turned to Fafer and added, "Also hunt some game; sell the pelts directly to Aunt Jenna's tailor shop. As for the meat, part of it we can keep for ourselves, and the other part we can sell."

As soon as he stepped out of the prayer hall, he couldn't help but shudder

"Minister Tunis, I merely wish to express my heartfelt thoughts to the goddess," Ramon humbly stated

The three of them finished dividing the food and happily began to eat

In life, one always has a few close friends. With this in mind, Roman invited his friends, Fafer and Nick, to share in the spoils.

Roman said this, which essentially means "You won't know until you see it, and if you don't see it, you won't know"; however, neither of them caught on to it

After a long while, Roman lifted the wooden stick and carefully observed the roasted pig leg. The golden-brown skin appeared crispy and looked particularly tempting. Roman took a knife and made a small incision, and a wave of steam immediately rushed out. However, the meat inside was pale and showed no signs of being charred.

Seeing that he had nothing more to say, Luomeng took his leave and exited

But then I thought that no one ever knew about Roman's parents, so I swallowed this sentence back down.

Therefore, it contains not only daily crops but also a large number of medicinal herbs

Three people sat in a circle around the campfire, the blazing and bright flames flickering unpredictably in the wind

Indeed. Having meat to eat is certainly much better than gnawing on black bread. " Fafal chuckled, licking his lips clean, " Hehe... Roman's roast is really quite good.

"What are your plans?" Roman silently ate, "I can't rely on my parents for a lifetime"

Then if we catch any prey in the future, I will take care of it, Romon said

More importantly, the temple possesses a wealth of books that ordinary citizens cannot even imagine—luxuries that are only accessible to the clergy and nobility

The moon illuminated the temple, which was eerily silent and devoid of any presence. Moonlight poured in through the large windows adorned with colored glass, creating a magnificent and mysterious atmosphere

Fafer and Nick felt somewhat awkward; they were about the same age as Roman, merely teenagers in their adolescence. However, unlike Roman, they had parents and did not have to rely solely on their own strength to take care of themselves

"Becoming an adventurer is quite dangerous, isn't it? There are no guarantees." Fafer thought for a moment and said, "I would rather wait for the time when Lord Baron calls for conscription."

"Alright, I want to be a warrior. I need to hunt in the forest, and it would be good to team up so we can look out for each other," Fafer thought for a moment and agreed.

Ah, it is getting cold, child, you are dressed too lightly. And a voice from the picture book said: "In such circumstances, do you still come to pray to the goddess?"

It smells so good... The three of them flared their nostrils, their faces and eyes radiating joy as they sighed in unison

Roman held a wooden stick in one hand, carefully watching the flames as they enveloped two pig legs. He rolled and adjusted their position, meticulously controlling the heat.

The three of them fell silent for a moment, and the town under the starry sky also quieted down, with no sound except for the crackling of the roasting pig.

Romon silently assumed a posture of prayer; in the past, Romon would come here to pray at night after finishing work. He felt it was necessary to at least maintain the appearance of this habit.

Then let that count as my share! Seeing that both of them were interested, Nick also nodded in agreement

In the temple, countless green lights flicker, a manifestation of natural power, yet it belongs solely to the goddess. Only when the Druids worship the goddess can they receive her blessings

Under the scorching flames, the prey emits a series of crackling sounds, as the subcutaneous fat cannot withstand the high temperature and bursts open, releasing an enticing aroma that gradually wafts through the air

In the past, Roman would often participate in the cleaning of the temple during his free time, which allowed him to read the thick volume of the "Sacred Texts of the Goddess of Agriculture" in the temple

Romon had no desire to respond to or refute his words, as he was well aware that Ailini held him in high regard; however, this greatly displeased Pastor Tenis

Indeed, perhaps this is cheaper, after all, it costs a lot to properly train a soldier. Fafer intends to enlist, and he is not unfamiliar with this.

"Well, when the lord wants to expand the army." Nick paused from dealing with his own portion, having finished eating, and interjected, "Of course, the choice is to select those who have the courage to take risks and dare to fight"