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Chapter 21

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*Daimons group*

Camrad_RIP 21.06.22 в 19:39

The road to E-Rantel took less time than one might have expected. There was absolutely nothing to remember along the way.

Camrad_RIP 25.06.22 в 19:17

Daimon and his group decided not to stop at the settlements along the way. Bryce grumbled for appearance, but he knew without a doubt that the sooner they reached the Guild and relayed the information, the better.

Camrad_RIP 25.06.22 в 19:17

The light show in the sky promised to change quite a few things in the Kingdom. And perhaps not only in the Kingdom. It was too great a phenomenon to be taken for granted. Era believed that the churchmen would inevitably see it as a sign of the end of the world. And so the Church would surely try to consolidate its position under the pretext of rallying in the face of the threat.

Camrad_RIP 25.06.22 в 19:18

And no one will ignore one of the most influential political forces if it starts pulling the blanket over itself.

Camrad_RIP 25.06.22 в 19:19

Era was also eager to talk to the Chief Sorcerer of the E-Rantel Guild. He was by no means the strongest of the wizards, but he had a great deal of experience and knowledge in all things magical. Even the legendary Paradin himself had tried to lure him to teach at the Imperial Academy.

Camrad_RIP 25.06.22 в 19:20

There was pandemonium in front of the gates of E-Rantel. It was always crowded - merchants, suppliers, mercenaries, nobles, mercenaries of all stripes. Now it looked as if the city was under siege.

Camrad_RIP 25.06.22 в 19:21

"It feels like all the villagers around here are rushing into town," Daimon said as he looked for a place in the queue.

Camrad_RIP 25.06.22 в 19:21

"Do you think it's because of that light in the sky?" Bryce clarified.

Camrad_RIP 25.06.22 в 19:22

"It seems that way. I don't see any other reason. Although I didn't think the scale of panic would be so great. Can you imagine what will happen when those who live farther away get here?"

Camrad_RIP 25.06.22 в 19:24

"I think there would be less anxiety if it weren't on the Cursed Plains," Era stretched out thoughtfully. "It would be nice to get into town at least by evening..."

Camrad_RIP 25.06.22 в 19:25

Her words were prophetic. The enormous number of people wanting to get into the town stretched into a chaotic queue for miles. There were occasional arguments, fights, and on one occasion even a stabbing. Only Daimon's brutal intervention saved the bloodshed by giving the troublemaker a showy beating.

Camrad_RIP 25.06.22 в 19:26

By evening, it was clear that they simply would not get into the city in the general order. The people around them were angry - it turned out that no one thought of the fact that they might not get into town on the first day. Children cried, and enterprising carters offered overnight lodging in warm hay at exorbitant fees. Finally, word spread through the crowd that no more newcomers were allowed into the town. Indignation began to boil among the people.

Camrad_RIP 25.06.22 в 19:28

"It's no good," Daimon said dryly.

Camrad_RIP 25.06.22 в 19:28

There was a growing clamor everywhere. Next to their company, someone was speaking to the crowd about injustice, and it resonated with the hearts of the listeners.

Camrad_RIP 25.06.22 в 19:29

Era glanced furtively at the firestarter and turned away. But the ringleader noticed her gaze.

Camrad_RIP 25.06.22 в 19:30

"Why do you turn away, redhead? Or don't you think we're being treated unfairly? Maybe you're one of the ones who's sure to have a warm bed and a hearty lunch there, huh?"

Camrad_RIP 25.06.22 в 19:32

The orator was clearly fired up by the feeling of the crowd behind him. He clearly needed a scapegoat.

Camrad_RIP 25.06.22 в 19:49

"Why don't you take us there with you?"

Camrad_RIP 25.06.22 в 19:50

Daimon walked up to the voicey man and smacked his forehead on the firestarter's nose with all his might. He fell unconscious, bleeding profusely all over the place.

Camrad_RIP 25.06.22 в 19:51

"Shut your mouth." He looked sternly at the crowd, who didn't know what to do without a leader. "You want a riot? There is plenty of gallows in E-Rantel, enough for everyone."

Camrad_RIP 25.06.22 в 19:52

"But they won't let us in..." A voice came from somewhere in the back rows.

Camrad_RIP 25.06.22 в 19:52

"Whose problem is that? Go back to your homes."

Camrad_RIP 25.06.22 в 20:01

He defiantly turned away and walked back to his friends. The crowd, deprived of its source of inspiration, began to disperse into separate clusters. Campfires began to appear by the side of the road, where weary people were gathering.

Camrad_RIP 25.06.22 в 20:05

"It's bad," Bryce muttered, looking dejectedly toward such an unattainable gate.

Camrad_RIP 25.06.22 в 20:05

The doors were already closed, and although the drawbridge was lowered, it was blocked by a dense line of guards with halberds.

Camrad_RIP 25.06.22 в 20:05

"What do you suggest?" Daimon asked.

Camrad_RIP 25.06.22 в 20:06

"Well... Nothing so far. But as a last resort, I can find costly methods."

Camrad_RIP 25.06.22 в 20:06

"Legal?"

Camrad_RIP 25.06.22 в 20:06

"Depends how you look at it," Bryce grimaced.

Camrad_RIP 25.06.22 в 20:07

"Let's do it tomorrow if the situation doesn't change."

Camrad_RIP 25.06.22 в 20:14

"Ok."

Camrad_RIP 25.06.22 в 20:14

Era was already looking for a place to sleep. They had the tent, and it was just a matter of finding a place with a good view of the gate. Considering that almost the entire area around the road was already littered with tents and carts, it was not going to be an easy task. But she was up to it.

Camrad_RIP 25.06.22 в 20:15

When they were already stationed next door to a company of silent thugs, scaring away the simple peasants by their mere appearance, Bryce raised his head and listened with interest.

Camrad_RIP 25.06.22 в 20:16

"What is it," Daimon inquired.

Camrad_RIP 25.06.22 в 20:17

"I don't know yet, but someone definitely has a chance to get into town today without bloodshed. Guys, let's pack our bags, we can't miss it."

Camrad_RIP 25.06.22 в 20:17

Daimon and Era looked at each other but did as he said, and made their way to the road still full of people. They didn't have to wait long, and soon there was indignant shouting and disgruntled babble. Someone was walking through the crowd like through a reed. At first, Era was surprised at how quickly the angry shouts subsided, but then she realized what was going on. First came the stifling stench, and then its source was revealed.

Camrad_RIP 25.06.22 в 20:21

Through the crowd walked a warrior in heavy armor, smeared with something dark. He was armed with a spear and a shield, which he easily pushed out of his way those who did not have time to get away. And slung over his shoulder was a mesh sling with two ogre heads dangling from it. Huge, ugly, fat faces with a hideous grins discouraged any desire to quarrel with whoever had apparently separated them from their bodies. And the adventurer's steel medallion rolled lazily over the scruffy blood on his chest plate.

Camrad_RIP 25.06.22 в 20:24

From beneath the raised visor of his full helmet, she could see a ragged, frowning face with eyes red from lack of sleep. She was not even aware of the line of four men marching in the warrior's wake.

Camrad_RIP 25.06.22 в 20:24

"Hey, brother in business!" Bryce came out in front of him, showing him the plate.

Camrad_RIP 25.06.22 в 20:25

"What?" the warrior stared at him incredulously, not slowing down. Bryce had to back away to continue the conversation.

Camrad_RIP 25.06.22 в 20:25

"I see nothing in the world is going to keep you from getting behind the gate tonight, is there? Let us keep you company."

Camrad_RIP 25.06.22 в 20:26

The warrior looked back. One of the four companions following him, in chainmail, with a sword and also with a steel plate, nodded and said:

Camrad_RIP 25.06.22 в 20:26

"It's okay, Wall. We're all in the same business."

Camrad_RIP 25.06.22 в 20:26

"Whatever you say," Wall nodded.

Camrad_RIP 25.06.22 в 20:27

Daimon and company joined the little column. Bryce immediately stuck to whoever gave the "permission".

Camrad_RIP 22.06.22 в 20:10

"Is Wall your leader? I've never heard of him."

Camrad_RIP 22.06.22 в 20:09

"No, he's only on his second mission with us," he replied. "We're pretty fucking lucky to have a fighter like that. I hope he stays with us longer. I'm the leader here. For now, at least. I'm Ginn."

Camrad_RIP 22.06.22 в 20:09

"I'm Bryce, this is Daimon, our leader, this is Era."

Camrad_RIP 22.06.22 в 20:08

He nodded toward the head of the ogre swinging on Wall's back.

Camrad_RIP 25.06.22 в 20:27