Chapter 20 20. Return

Lordelle tried to figure out the direction. Comparing the stars in the sky and the lush leaves, she was confused about whether to go left or right.

She consulted with some experienced veterans, but they were unable to make a decision.

Including Lodel, most of the guards had walked this route, at least once every quarter. They probably all had some impression of it.

But now it is night, and without exact reference points, it is difficult to determine the road section.

"Let's just set up camp here," someone suggested.

Lodel was unwilling to give up. She and Zoe agreed to meet at the section of the road where the accident happened. Wouldn't it be a waste of time to stay where we are? There are still people who need to see a doctor.

Lovi thought of a solution. "Why don't we let Mossophie transport the ore back to Fort Fulin first? If we meet someone on the way, can we tell them?"

Luo Deer thought it made sense, so he gave half of the men to Mo Suofei, and told him to head towards Moon Lake and travel for an hour overnight before he was allowed to rest.

As for her, she led people towards Huange Town, which also took an hour.

Before parting, Lovi told Mosuofei to take good care of Misha.

Messofi agreed.

The convoy split into two sides and gradually disappeared into the darkness.

Without Mossophie by his side, Lovi felt insecure. He was surrounded by girls and lacked masculinity.

He wanted to borrow Lan Lan's tail to boost his courage, but the stingy Lan Lan was unwilling to do so.

An hour later, Lodel announced that camp was set up.

Tents were quickly erected, and the guards in charge of cooking began to light a fire and cook. Someone noticed the light of torches on the road behind them.

Zoe brought people here.

The cart was loaded with supplies, including food, clothes and shoes. Accompanying them were the victims' families and the mayor of Huan Ge Town, Raja.

It was a tear-jerking reunion scene, with some people hugging each other and crying.

Unfortunately, among the hundred people present, only thirty or so could enjoy the warmth of family affection. The rest were speechless.

"My Lord." Raja bowed slightly to Lovi, with standard etiquette. "I have neglected some of my work, and I am really sorry to trouble you. Is there anything I can cooperate with?"

"Gather the families of all the maids for me. I want to announce the compensation." Lovi maintained the posture of a superior and said calmly.

"I'm happy to help you." Raja slowly stood up. He looked about 40 years old, with brown hair, thin cheeks, and a goatee. He looked like a shrewd businessman. "Can you tell me the standard of compensation? The family will come as soon as they know there is compensation."

"I can tell you." Lovi pondered for a moment, then organized his words. "I will compensate 500 silver dollars to each person who is harmed by the goblins. If the person is alive, their family members can come directly to claim their identity. If the person is dead, they can bring their household registration and accept our investigation. After confirmation, compensation will be paid. For the living, I will also give an additional five acres of land for life. As a guarantee of minimum living standards in the future, it will be taken back after death."

"Five hundred silver dollars per person?" Raja scratched his ears in disbelief.

Five hundred silver dollars is not a small amount! The currency exchange rate in the Principality of Sheen is that one gold dragon is equal to one hundred silver dollars, one silver dollar is equal to one hundred copper pennies, and one penny is equal to ten iron coins.

The salary of an ordinary person was about three silver dollars per month. The salary of an elite warrior was about six to seven silver dollars per month. As the mayor, he had a monthly salary of twenty silver dollars.

By this calculation, it would take an ordinary person nearly fourteen years to earn five hundred silver dollars, even without food or drink. An elite warrior would need about seven years. A mayor would need more than two years.

What's more, there are five acres of land.

It can be said that it is impossible for an ordinary person to save so much money in his lifetime.

The young lord is really very generous.

Raja secretly complained. He thought that Lovey was soft-hearted. After all, all boys were like that, fickle and philanthropic, and he might not understand the price very well.

In Huange Town, one iron coin could buy a flatbread, and one copper penny could buy some meat at a restaurant.

Such compensation is enough to turn a bad thing into a good thing.

Raja didn't say anything. After getting Lovey's affirmative answer, he silently lowered his evaluation of Lovey in his heart.

Just an innocent child?

"Merciful Lord, please allow me to take my leave."

"Take care, Lord Raja."

Lovi watched Raja lead his followers away. He always felt that this man was not simple. People who can choose to walk at night without changing their expressions are probably relying on someone.

I heard that Raja is a follower of his mother Evelyn and has Evelyn's trust.

Can I trust him?

Luo Wei's thoughts were interrupted by Lan Lan's shout, "My Lord, it's time to eat."

Zoe bought some fresh white bread, and Laudel came over to share a few pieces.

"Didn't we agree to share the joys and sorrows with the soldiers?" Lovey said sarcastically.

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"When did I say that?" Lodel looked at Lovi as if he was a fool. "I asked Zoe to buy this bread as a reward. Everyone can eat it, so why can't I?"

Lowe choked.

Lanlan is making soup with wild boar meat.

The wild boar meat had a strong earthy smell, even though it was soaked in water for a while and wild vegetables were added to suppress the smell after the water was changed. It still had a strong fishy smell, but it tasted better than the meat of the Dwarf Tyrannosaurus.

Lovi ate some and felt a little sleepy. Yawning, he went into the tent.

The bedding was half wet, and he tried to dry it out, but he consumed too much mental energy and lost power.

I slept soundly until dawn.

Lovi was awakened by Lodel. She grabbed his nose with her thumb and index finger, making it difficult for him to breathe.

"What's the matter? I want to sleep a little longer."

"Everyone has finished breakfast, and we're just waiting for you."

Luo Wei opened his eyes reluctantly. Since he didn't get enough sleep, his mental strength had only recovered 70%. He felt dizzy.

Lodel handed over some water and bread, but Lovey didn't take them. The first thing he did when he got up was to go to the toilet.

Lanlan's pretty face blushed as she hid behind a tree to help keep watch.

In fact, there was no need for that. Lowe had a 100-meter alert range, and any movement would not be hidden from his spiritual perception.

But he still wanted to cooperate with the maid.

After finishing, he walked out with a relaxed look on his face. It is more convenient for boys, as they only need to stand. If they don't need to be supported, they don't need to wash their hands.

Luo Wei took the white bread and water handed over by Lan Lan, and then saw Luo Deer giving shoes to each victim.

Ask them kindly, "Have you eaten?" Walk from the front to the back of the line and confirm that everything is OK.

Lodel announced the departure.

The goal is to get to Huange Town in one breath and then rest.

This time, Lovey and Lanlan walked at the front of the team, with Lodel personally protecting them, and Zoe following behind.

Eating bread and drinking water, Lovi was thinking about his draft.

How should I speak then?

(End of this chapter)