Chapter 29
"Master Wizard!"
Hal and Jimmy were so excited that they couldn't be themselves.
Although there are more wizards in the old continent than in the Forgotten Lands, the overall base is there. In addition, the information channels of this World are still very underdeveloped and live in a different area from mortals. and many more.
Because of various factors, the wizard still exists in the eyes of mortals like Myths and Legends. Most people have lived a lifetime without even seeing the wizard.
At this moment such a legend truly appeared before the eyes, of course the two young soldiers could not control their emotions.
Heath raised his hand and repeated it again: "Are you from Ridden City?"
The yellow-haired Hal quickly said: "Yes, yes My lord."
"It was the Lord Earl who asked us to wait for you here. He was worried that you were not familiar with the road. He specially arranged for us to pick you up to Ridden City. This is our coat of arms. You can take a look. "
Hal lifted the leather armor to reveal the coat of arms on the lined chest.
Heath has extracted the heraldic knowledge of the surrounding nobles in the library, including Ridden City.
After two glances, he confirmed that this is indeed the kite bird coat of arms of Ridden City.
Heath nodded: "In this case, let's get on the road."
"Yes, sir, please come with me."
"Jimmy, hurry up, You go back first, and inform the Lord Earl that Lord Wizard is here!"
"We are saved!"
...
Ridden City is A human city in the northern part of the dark forest belongs to the Kingdom of Hiran among the sixteen kingdoms on the edge of the forest. Because it is close to the cross forest, the transportation hub, caravans come here to supply supplies all the year round, and commerce is very developed.
A few days later, Ridden City, city gate.
The high door was open, and the heavy suspension bridge was lowered.
On both sides of the suspension bridge, the aristocrats stood in two rows, put on long gowns, stockings, and walking sticks. They were all well-dressed and looked respectful as if they were waiting for some distinguished guests.
Anyone who is familiar with the coat of arms of the aristocracy of the Hiran Kingdom will be shocked by the presence of the Haisen family, the Joe Yi family, the Ed family...including the Lord Croya of Ridden City, Ridden City All the nobles with a bit of prestige have all been present.
Who is worthy of such a grand event?
The answer will be revealed soon.
"da da da ..." a horse hoof sounded.
On the far side of the wheat field, a silhouette was vaguely seen. It was a young man riding a white steed and wearing a gray and black cloak.
Horseshoes are bursting, crossing wheat fields, creeks, and small stone bridges... The wind seems to be blowing during the walking, which drives the windmill on the mill to slowly rotate, and the gray cloak also follows Dancing fiercely.
Soon, the white horse came close, and the young man on horseback got off the horse.
At this moment, the nobles of Ridenburg straightened their waists, put on a flattering look, and greeted them.
"Master Wizard!" The crowd saluted in unison.
Heath, who has endured the hardships of a long journey, straightened his cloak first, then raised his hand and said to the nobles: "I’m the apprentice of Tower of Shadows, Heath, I heard that I’m having trouble here. Now, who will tell me the details?"
A middle-aged man in his forties walked out. This is the lord of Ridden City, Earl Croya: "Master wizard, I have I’ve prepared the dinner for you. Let’s talk while eating."
Heath looked up and looked at the sky. It was indeed late, so he nodded and said: "Alright."
At the dinner table, Heath understands the whole story.
Everything has to start with Cross Forest.
Cross Forest is a forest outside of Ridden City. It is located at a traffic intersection. Caravans going from north to south must pass through here. It is an absolute traffic artery.
But a few months ago, something strange happened in the Cross Forest.
A layer of red mist filled the forest inexplicably.
Since the appearance of this red fog, the entire forest has been going through a lot of strange things. Some people heard the cry of women in the forest, some people lost their way and disappeared in the forest for no reason, and so on.
Earl Croya has organized many manpower into the forest to investigate but found nothing. In the end, he could only arrange soldiers to escort the caravan.
Although the situation has improved when there are soldiers escorted, there are that many caravans going north and south. The number of soldiers in Ridden City is limited. Impossible takes care of every caravan.
And once the soldiers leave or the number is small, weird things will happen.
The people were alarmed for a while, and the caravans around did not dare to go here again.
Ridden City relies on these caravans to eat. When the caravan stops, the whole city will suffer. Seeing that the hungry leader is about to rise up and rebellion, he can only bring a letter to ask for help. In Tower of Shadows.
After hearing Earl Croya’s description, Heath wondered: "How long has this situation been?"
Earl Croya said: "From the first appearance of the red mist to the present, there have been three It's been many months, my lord."
Heath picked up the spoon and pointed to the outside: "Is that the forest? When I came, I didn't seem to see the fog inside."
Earl Croya said with a bitter smile: "That's a random adult, sometimes it appears, sometimes it doesn't."
paused, he sighed and said: "Every time I organize a battallion man and horse When entering the forest, we will be very calm, but once my Knight and I leave, strange things start to happen in the forest."
He knocked on the table angrily: "What the hell is this monster!"
An aristocrat next to him hurriedly pulled his shirt. Only then did he realize that he was still entertaining the distinguished guests. He quickly said: "It's rude."
However, Heath did. Ignoring the count, he was already lost in thought.
There are many things that can release red mist in the wizard world, including plants, animals, and even certain minerals.
But from the description of Earl Croya, this thing should have appeared suddenly, and it will probably only be alive and active, and it is likely to be demonized from somewhere in the land of the elements. biology.
It should have a certain degree of wisdom, know how to seek advantages and avoid disadvantages, only attack weak travelers and caravans, and deliberately avoid the regular army.
But this also shows that its strength is very limited...
Suddenly, Heath seems to have thought of something.
He asked: "Your Excellency just said that all the men who disappeared because of the red mist are men, is that right?"
Earl nodded: "So far, this is the case."
Heath squinted his eyes.
He seems to have an answer.
Soon, he made a decision: "This way, help me arrange..."
...
A few days later, Cross Forest .
The sound of "gu lu gu lu " wheels reverberates in the forest.
A convoy walked slowly on the muddy trail.
The size of the fleet is small. Seven or eight people are all men. Half of them are physically disabled and elderly people. There are only three youngsters.
Two rows of pallets carry a few large wooden boxes, which looks like an ordinary caravan.
Walking in the middle of the convoy, Heath is always watching the surroundings.
He asked the earl to arrange this convoy in the name of trafficking in goods.
Each member is personally selected by Heath. Except for him and the two trainee Knights, the rest are weak ordinary persons and don't even know his arrangements.
If his judgment is not wrong, there is a high probability that a team like them will attract that thing.
"Hey? Then...what's that?"
"Fog? It's foggy!"
"What's the matter? The sun is out Why is it still foggy when I’m standing?"
"Red, this fog is red!"
"Sho...couldn't there be real ghosts... "
At this moment, there was a sudden commotion among the crowd.
However, a layer of mist has spread in the forest for no reason.
That fog, red.
Heath eyebrow raised: here it is!