Chapter 147 Escape (2)
Chapter 147 Escape (2)
Considering that they would not take away the food, he hoped that they could be patient. After all, the monitors that the four of them had knocked down would be resurrected sooner or later, so it would be better for them to move to other mining towns under their escort.
Then they left the mining town of Turmiette and began their escape to the Kingdom of Holzlein.
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They left the other mining towns and headed east for some distance, where there was wilderness and grassland.
In fact, they were all exhausted and in no condition to travel. But now they had to make a little effort. If they were reported by the escaped watcher, they would be in trouble.
Although they can resist, he doesn't want to die in vain here, which will make Treba take them seriously. After all, the four of them bear a huge responsibility.
First, let them eat the rationed food while walking. The dried fish that we bought in large quantities this time are very useful. They don't need to be cooked like meat, they can be eaten directly, and they can absorb salt and nutrients. Although there is also baked bread, it is not enough for everyone, so it is only distributed to patients and children.
Even with this kind of food, they seem to be consuming it greedily. Most of them are malnourished. They should be given soft and well-cooked soup or something like that, but there is no time for that now. Anyway, let's replenish their nutrition first.
Since the Senel bird had to carry multiple children, the four had to walk. They ate dried fish while walking. From time to time, Ye Kai would conduct a wide-area search to confirm safety. This was an escape operation.
Traveling in the wilderness, you may encounter attacks from monsters. Some of the refugees screamed in fear, but the adventurers around them had already hunted them all down.
Although the area that needs to be protected is vast for a large group, magic can be fired from a distance, and the monsters will fall down, and if they are approached, they will be cut in two.
Slowly, everyone calmed down. This understanding was spreading, and they believed that it was safe to leave things to these adventurers.
Although Bethan knew that they had been through more hardships than others could imagine, the four of them acted as if nothing had happened, and he remained silent in order not to upset the others. However, he was determined to keep his gratitude to them in his heart.
We walked until night, and after walking a considerable distance, we camped on a rock. We did not use the anti-magic array when we traveled during the day.
Because the anti-magic circle is ineffective against human pursuers, it is not very meaningful, and the monster attack can increase the sense of urgency of the refugees and speed up their pace. But at night, it is impossible to do so, so it is quietly activated. Tell everyone to ensure safety through search magic.
Several stoves were lit, and soup was cooked in as many pots as possible, while meat was constantly roasted and distributed. After enjoying the warm meal, people seemed to have settled down a little. There were sounds of talking and laughing everywhere. Now, they hoped to recover their strength as soon as possible and start preparing food for themselves from tomorrow.
Fino had been baking bread rolls, and Ye Kai had been kneading flour to make bread seeds. Because they needed time to move during the day, they could only ferment at night.
Bethan, Mabel and her mother Elanca, who was rescued in the city, helped distribute the bread seeds. Especially Elanca, who was heard to be good at cooking, so they wanted to gradually hand over the task to her.
"Well, 6 kilograms of lactic acid and 50 bags of wheat flour. It takes about 18 days to walk to the border, so every day..."
"...About two bags plus 80%, Mr. Ye Kai." Bethan told him after a pause.
"That's fast. So about two and a half bags a day?"
“Yes, that will make five extra bags.”
"Isn't it amazing? Bethan is very smart. He won't lose to anyone even in a battle for territory." Mabel praised proudly. Although Bethan felt embarrassed, he accepted it calmly.
"From whom did you learn arithmetic?"
"I learned it from the village chief. I use it every day, so I gradually became familiar with it."
It seems that Bethan is very good at mental arithmetic. Although his magic power is not strong, he seems to be well developed in the field of magic calculation. From his speech during the day, it can be heard that he is not only witty, but also very smart.
After Ye Kai taught him arithmetic methods, he learned quickly.
"Bethan, you are amazing."
"Thank you for the compliment. Mr. Ye Kai, how did you come up with this arithmetic method? This is the first time I've heard of it."
This is natural. After all, this is what is taught in elementary schools in the original world.
"Well, I just came up with this method. If there is no environment where I can write, I can't use it."
“But I’m still surprised.”
Ye Kai discovered Bethan's hidden talent at that moment.
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"I'm sorry, Your Majesty. I have decided to destroy the Treba Empire." Ye Kai said as he rode Purple to go for reconnaissance, keeping a distance from Albert and talking to him.
“I understand. You made your decision.”
"Yes, I should have discussed this with Your Majesty and considered your convenience, but I can't do it. I can't allow this country to continue."
"…You made that decision, and I can't stop you. As long as the current regime continues to exist, even if we are on our way to failure, similar tragedies will continue to happen. Is that what you think?"
Albert took a deep breath, trying to understand Ye Kai's heart.
“Of course, the emotional aspect can’t be denied, but that’s basically it.”
“I can see the same future. However, to get to that point, both our troops and our people must be prepared to take the hurt. It’s not an easy decision. Do you understand?”
"I also have some ideas in this regard. I will try my best not to add burden to Your Majesty..."
“Even if you were alone, you could destroy his country. But I don’t intend to let you take all the responsibility.”
Albert also had an almost affectionate feeling for him, and he was also concerned about his son's excessive severity.
"The decision was made yesterday, and now we are preparing for the expedition. We have 30,000 troops. Galatea is our adjutant."
"Adjutant? Galatea?"
"The commander is Klein. As the crown prince, he is given considerable discretion. You'd better discuss this. The future of our country and his country."
"Your Majesty... What a wise decision this is."
“He has that kind of generosity. I plan to hold him accountable little by little.”
Although he has been involved in various political affairs, it seems that he also wants to promote growth by taking personal responsibility.
“I understand. I will be back unharmed, don’t worry.”
"Hahaha, even if it's my first battle, I won't get hurt. At most, I'll just tremble in the back."
“That’s pretty harsh.”
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