Broad World

After dealing with everything, Amy woke up the survivors who had fainted on the ground one by one. They were shocked when they opened their eyes and learned the truth of the matter. Whether it's a maddened gnome mage or a Zhentarim assassin, these ordinary people feel scared. What's more, there is also a paralyzed master harp player and a preserved succubus head.

If it weren't for Balk's guarantee, these people would never have believed that the usually soft and coquettish Mrs. Marlene was actually a demon. Henry took Vaughn to dismantle the steel skeleton made by Wellesley, and put them one by one into the dimension bag. He was going to take it back to study and see if he could make a mechanical monster like a sci-fi movie. Finally, when the core part was removed, it was discovered that there was actually a small laboratory here. A small room that can only be accessed by dwarves is filled with various alchemy utensils and books.

"I'm starting to admire this guy a little bit now. He actually dared to capture and transform a large number of wild animals in the Supreme Forest." Henry muttered to himself while flipping through the experiment records. As far as he knew, it was the reserve of the gods of nature, and Wellesley's doing so was undoubtedly challenging their bottom line. Perhaps Sivanus, the father of the oak tree, would directly send down divine punishment, crushing this lunatic who seriously violated the balance of nature into powder.

After a brief rest, everyone drove the carriage back on the road. They didn't want to spend another minute in this place full of corpses and monsters. Along the road leading to Aylward City, the whole team moved forward slowly. After noon, Balk, who was sitting in the carriage, looked at the scenery on both sides and said to Henry: "Be vigilant from now on. We have officially entered the eternal wilderness. There are many giants and trolls living here. There are also barbarians from the elk tribe, and they are not very friendly to humans."

"I will arrange people to do a good job of security. Fortunately, it is not winter yet, and the chance of our encounter is not too high." Henry stepped out of the carriage and called the half-orc warrior over, and asked him to select a few people to pay attention to the surrounding movements. Although everyone was exhausted, they still managed to pay attention to the situation around them.

This tense state lasted until the sixth day, and Balk breathed a sigh of relief when he saw the sporadic farms around him. "This is already Aylward's sphere of influence, and we will be able to enter the city in a short time." After these few days of cultivation, although he is still unable to do some strenuous activities, he is basically able to take care of his daily life.

Henry pointed to the haggard mercenary outside. "Their physical strength and spirit have reached their limits. If they can't arrive tonight, they may faint on the ground tomorrow."

Balk sighed. "There is no way around it. Every year, many caravans disappear mysteriously while passing through the Eternal Wilderness. Even so dangerous, people's pursuit of wealth cannot be stopped. The goods transported from the south can reach Silvermoon City and resell them, and they can earn more than five times the profit. When they go back, they can also bring handicrafts, animal skins, and rare metals produced by elves and dwarves. These things can make a lot of money."

Henry lowered his head and smiled. In his opinion, it is normal for businessmen to pursue profits. "What about the cargo on the carriage? You must know that Marlene is a succubus and has been killed by us. The cargo has no owner."

"According to the normal procedure, after the Council of Six Elders takes over, they will send people to investigate and collect evidence. If the situation is true, all her properties will be seized. As a whistleblower, you can get one-third of it as a reward. Earl, you will soon make a fortune. You must know that this succubus has been operating here for a long time, and her properties are spread all over the major cities of the Silver Moon Alliance." After speaking, Balk winked at Henry.

"Why me and not us? Didn't you also participate in the whole thing?"

Balk shook his head with a smile on his face. "First of all, as a master harper, this operation must be kept secret. Secondly, you not only saved my life, but also stopped the Zhentarim's conspiracy. No matter from which aspect, you deserve it."

"I won't accept this reward, and donate it all to the temple." After speaking, Henry looked at the scenery outside the window in silence, so he wouldn't be foolish enough to accept such a coveted gold coin. Killing the widow of a former MP is trouble enough, but she's proven to be a demon. If he gets another large bounty, I am afraid that the entire ruling class will feel hostile towards him.

The two sat in the carriage thinking about their own affairs, and finally arrived at the gate of Aylward City before it was completely dark. After paying the entrance tax, everyone drove the carriage and walked in slowly. This is a commercial city, with various shops lining the roadside, and half-elves, elves, and halflings can often be seen walking by.

Not long after, Balck led the team to the city hall in the center of the city. After he showed a certificate to the guard at the door, he led Henry in directly. Soon they met all the members of the Council of Six Elders.

One of the thin half-elves glanced at the master harper and sighed. "Say, what crisis has happened again, and there will be nothing good when you come."

Balk laughed awkwardly. "While there is no shortage is good news, at least it is not bad news."

"Oh? You will bring good news! This really surprised me. Let us hear it." Another elder also stood up and expressed surprise.

"Before telling the story, please allow me to solemnly introduce the gentleman next to me. Earl Henry Angomey. As far as I know, he was invited by Ms. Erastriol for his trip to the Northland." Balck wanted to take a few steps back and let Henry move forward.

When the elders heard his name, they all stood up and bowed. "Welcome to the Silvermoon Alliance. We have heard about this matter from others. I have to say that your timing is really accurate. The celebration in Silvermoon City will start in three days."

Henry couldn't help but wryly smiled when he heard someone say that his time card was accurate. "Actually, I have already set off. If there were no accidents on the way, I am afraid that I should have sat in the palace of Silvermoon City a few days ago and had a pleasant chat with Ms. Elastra."

"Could it be that you were attacked by a giant on the road? Damn it, I'll tell the army to show these guys some color. Now they don't even let the guests invited by the Queen go." An elder was about to notify the army to take revenge.

Henry hurriedly stopped him and explained: "You misunderstood, I didn't encounter a giant attack. It's just that after going out to sea, I first encountered a dragon turtle and a school of sharks. On the way from Yatta to here, I was attacked by a dwarf mage, and then there was a succubus and an assassin from the Zhentalin Society."

The elder stared at him with wide-eyed eyes, and sighed after a while: "It's a miracle that you can still stand here after experiencing so many horrible things."

Balk came over and interrupted his exclamation, and recounted everything that happened on the road from beginning to end. The elders were all stunned when they heard that Marlene was actually under Meicanxiet, and she was also a succubus. You must know that when this Ms. Marlene got married, it was presided over by a priest of the God of Justice.

"Are you sure it's Marlene herself, and not the demon who temporarily transformed into her?" An elder asked with a frown. He usually had a good impression of this woman.

"I think there should be enough evidence in the basement of Red Lips Wine, and we will find out after a search." Seeing that these elders still wanted to exonerate Marlene, Balke unceremoniously gave the real evidence.

Several elders looked at each other, and all began to bow their heads in silence. If this matter is true, then the entire Aylward City will face a major cleansing. Many people will be implicated, after all, mortals are vulnerable to all kinds of temptations, especially young people. After a while, the emaciated half-elf elder came over to the two of them and said, "We need to discuss how to deal with this matter now. If you two don't mind, it's best to wait in the city for two days."

Henry immediately rejected the offer. Just kidding, there will be a big riot here soon, and he has no interest in wading into this muddy water. "Sorry, I need to rush to Silvermoon City as soon as possible, preferably tonight."

"Okay, I will ask someone to arrange a fast boat for you. As for the reward, we will send someone to send it over after we finish everything." After speaking, he wrote a letter and handed it to Henry. "Take this letter and go to the officer at the pier of the river, and he will arrange a boat for you."

Henry took the letter and shook his head with a smile. "I don't need that money, I'll give some of it to the mercenaries, and donate the rest to the temple in the city." After speaking, he turned and walked outside.

"I really don't know what you are afraid of, but it's just dealing with the devil and his accomplices." Balk said loudly to the elders.

"You don't understand, this is politics. You have to learn to compromise with each other and make concessions to each other. Otherwise, the city will not be able to develop and grow when it is surrounded by enemies."

"It's bloody politics again. I hope I never understand it. Now that the news has been notified, I'm going to rush back to the Harper Base." After speaking, Balk walked out of the city hall without looking back. When passing by the door, he took away the Zhentarim assassins by the way, and was going to take them back to the Harper base for interrogation.

The elders looked at each other and smiled wryly. "Now let's vote with a show of hands. Please raise your hand if you agree to carry out the cleaning." All six people raised their right hands.

"Since everyone agrees, the army will be immediately informed of martial law throughout the city. First, send someone to search the basement of Red Lip Wine, and then arrest people according to the evidence found inside. The action must be fast, otherwise there will be a big mess." )