"It can be seen that there is no place more suitable for a temporary headquarters than here." Looking at this fortress-like tavern, the corner of Nero's mouth twitched slightly.
Because it would be fine if the tavern itself looked like a fortress.
There is even a simple city wall outside that is obviously newly built and made of wooden boards. Isn't this a small ancient strategic fortress?
"I remember what the shop owner's name is... Anyway, he is a retired veteran. He also broke a hand. After all, people who can survive the battlefield safely will become a little paranoid." Camili Ya also uses subtle expressions.
Although she had been here before, she never felt as fully armed as she did now.
After completing their evaluation of this fortress tavern, Lin Yun and the others also slowly approached the tavern. Well, it felt like they were swaggering. After all, they were not marching quietly.
The whole mood is different.
Taking into account Anivea's identity, Lin Yun and the others naturally put Anivea in the front this time.
Although if something goes wrong, Annevia will be the first to die, cough cough cough.
Of course, in order to avoid misunderstandings, Saya had already canceled her transformation and returned to her previous appearance of a blue-haired Sanwu girl.
When the group of people came very close to the main entrance of the tavern, they could clearly see the windows on the second floor above and the wooden city wall. There were many guards with crossbows. Several of them were obviously aiming at Lin Yun just now. et al.
Others are looking in other directions.
At this time, Lin Yun and the others noticed that this simple fortress actually had three entrances and exits.
It's not easy to defend and difficult to attack, but at least...it's easy to escape.
But maybe they recognized Anivea, or they were very cooperative, and in short, they were not shot.
Several heavily armed guards stood at the door, approaching Anivea.
"They look very cautious, which is a good sign, probably." Jingtian said in an uncertain tone.
"I'm sorry, Ms. Anivea... Although you are the commander's wife and should be released directly, but this is an emergency... Can you please tell me the password?"
Anivea nodded, "It's the 'Silver Divine Power'."
After the guard heard this, he breathed a sigh of relief and nodded, "Thank you for your cooperation." He opened a passage and sent one of the guards to follow everyone inside.
In this regard, I feel very cautious indeed.
However, one thing that makes Lin Yun even more distressed is what would have happened if they did not go to Annevia's house and did not know that the code word was the silver power, but only learned about this place from other places.
Walking into this so-called city wall, Lin Yun and the others found that there was actually a layer of space inside, which contained many non-combatants who looked like refugees. The tavern was located further inside.
There was a place like a prayer platform in front of the tavern, which was emitting a faint light. Everyone who filed in immediately felt an atmosphere that could be said to be "the warmth of home."
Lin Yun took a look and saw that there was a long sword with a halo-like emblem on it, which was undoubtedly the emblem of Iomedae.
Obviously, this place is protected by Iomedae, which can purify the filth to a certain extent and at least prevent corruption and pollution.
You can see that from time to time, civilians come over to pray, and then the light above becomes slightly brighter.
Although, it may be just an illusion.
However, the refugees who went up to pray were basically at a certain distance from the prayer platform.
There was a priest who should be Iomedae standing nearby, and there were guards everywhere with solemn expressions.
It seems to be to protect the prayer platform.
On the one hand, the prayers of believers cannot be rejected, and on the other hand, it is to replenish energy, but in order to ensure that no cultists take the opportunity to cause trouble, this is the only way.
Although the surrounding refugees were less crowded, you could often hear conversations and hawking, and occasionally you could hear some laughter.
At least it doesn't look completely hopeless.
However, as a college student majoring in film, Lin Yun has tasted many movies.
It can be seen that there is numbness in their eyes.
In other words, they are actually desperate, but they are also used to it.
This is what this world is made of, and this is where they are now.
"It seems that trading can at least be carried out here to a certain extent, or we may have the opportunity to change the equipment a little." Jingtian noticed the merchant who seemed to be hawking on the other side.
Although the businessman looked a little embarrassed, there were a lot of things placed around him, including armor, weapons, and some sundries.
There is also a sign next to it, "If you have anything you don't need, you can come to me."
It looks like he also collects waste part-time.
For some people, such chaos is also their opportunity.
"Oh oh oh, there is a dwarf blacksmith here." Kaijin shouted in a dull voice, and he could be seen in a corner.
There is a forge that is only slightly taller than a man, a furnace, and a dwarf blacksmith who is hammering metal.
"It seems that it has been able to become a relatively stable base in a short period of time." Lin Yun nodded slightly. With food, equipment, and faith, it is indeed a good base.
Just then, a half-orc woman wearing light leather armor appeared from around the corner.
As soon as she saw this half-orc woman, Annevia immediately let out a scream of joy, then she rushed forward with her awkward feet, crying and laughing, and threw herself into the woman's arms.
The half-orc woman patted Annevia on the back and comforted her softly. "Goddess, Xiao An, I'm almost in despair. But it's okay now, and everything will be okay."
It seems that it is really difficult to figure out who is a boy and who is a girl for a while. Anyway, An can tell whether I am a male or a female.
It's amazing.
But obviously, everyone knows this half-orc woman.
Especially Lin Yun.
It seemed that the guards upstairs notified her, so she ran out at this time.
In this regard, Lin Yun and the others could only study the surrounding situation and not disturb the situation on that side.
It can be seen that in addition to humans, there are half-orcs, demons, elves, half-elves, dwarves, it can be said that there are almost everyone here.
"I think, in order not to waste time, I might go and chat with those businessmen first, and I'll leave the negotiation to you, Sao Zhinan." Patting Lin Yun on the shoulder, Jingtian spoke without politeness.
The pile of "rags" ran toward the businessman.
But soon, this guy came back and said, "By the way, Nero, come over and help calm the situation."
Although this is a "safe zone", it seems that this guy knows very well how weak he is. For the sake of safety, he still calls a bodyguard and... a porter.
After all, he doesn't have enough strength, and there are too many things, and the weight is not light.
What is this called? This is called professionalism.
On this side, after waiting somewhat boredly for a while, we could see that Annevia on the other side finally stopped crying and pulled the half-orc woman over.
"Nice to meet you, Mr. Guard Chief, we meet again." Lin Yun said with a smile.
After all, according to Lin Yun's previous background setting, Lin Yun took the letter of appointment from her hand.
"Ah, it's you, the demon descendant that Mr. Hu'erlen asked me about before. Thank you very much for you and your companions bringing my wife here safely. Words cannot express my gratitude." He said politely.
With a smile, Irabes, who had tiny fangs, saluted Lin Yun.
"As your wife's companions, we have also received her assistance, so there is nothing worthy of special thanks. Besides, I am a mercenary appointed by you to hunt demons. Isn't this what I should do to please my client?" Lin Yun blinked.
He blinked and said with a smile.
"Haha, this makes me a little lucky to have invited you here." Irabes raised her fangs slightly.
"Speaking of which, who is the highest commander here..." Lin Yun looked around and then asked.
"There is no trace of Your Excellency Hu'erlen yet. Some people say that Your Excellency Hu'erlen may have been captured by the Storm King." At this time, Irabes' face looked a little ugly.
"In other words, you are now the captain and commander here. Is it understandable?" Lin Yun looked at Irabes.
"Although it's a bit awkward to say this, at least until the supporting army arrives and before Lord Huerlen is found, yes." Irabes' face was full of perseverance and fighting spirit.
"Okay then, theoretically I have the obligation to report to you. Do you think it's convenient now?" Lin Yun looked around and said with a smile.
"You're welcome, but I really want to hear about your experiences along the way." Irabes glanced at Lin Yun with some admiration, and then walked directly towards the tavern.
"You see, this is called professionalism." Hunyuan said with a smile.
"Oh." Bao'er exclaimed blankly...
"How is the situation in the city now?" Irabes followed, looking at the crusaders, who numbered no more than a hundred at most, and turned around and asked.
"It's bad, but it's not all hopeless. We are constantly getting new news that in places where no one should be alive, resistance forces are constantly emerging. The survivors are also gathering here, thanks to a few adventures.
The team of warriors. You should meet them. Their expressions are full of smiles and their eyes are full of determination. Although the city is destroyed, we are still fighting." Although it felt a little sad at first, it soon became clear.
Labes laughed.
"Other teams?" Lin Yun was also a little curious. In this situation, are there other player teams that can support it?