Chapter 294: The Great Wall
After the battle with the Fire Demon of Lonely Mountain, peace lasted for a long time, and there were no major incidents for several years.
During this time, the rangers stationed near the roadside fort and the Etten Wasteland finally figured out the geography of this vast wasteland and began to advance into the interior of the wasteland year by year.
As the advance progressed, many ruined buildings and ruins of the former Kingdom of Arnor were discovered.
Using these ruined buildings as bases, the rangers built new fortresses on them and continuously strengthened the defenses, guarding against the remnants of Angmar further north and the orcs of Gram's Mountain at the end of the Misty Mountains.
The lonely land is at peace.
From South Downs to North Downs, from Weatherhills to Trollwood and back to Rivendell, there was no trace of Orcs or Trolls left in the area.
But there is a price to pay.
The Orcs were driven out of the wilderness and driven into the heart of the Ettenmoors, where they joined with the remnants of the Witch-king and the mountain trolls to form a formidable force.
The pressure on the border defenders in the southern part of the Etten Desert became very great. They had to be on guard against any movement in the north at all times and always maintain sufficient troops to prevent the enemy from launching a general offensive to break through the defense line.
As new lines of defense were established, the Orcs' living space was constantly compressed, and the fighting in this area became increasingly fierce, with battles taking place almost every night.
Compared with previous years, the fighting on the front line in the northern part of Lonely Land was obviously much more intense. The best way to experience this was that the number of people who were rated as outstanding rangers increased in the past two years, almost doubling.
This situation lasted for a long time.
Just when both parties were thinking about how to break the deadlock, Levi, who was sitting at home with nothing to do, came over.
He looked at the cold, snowy wasteland, and the fierce fighting on the front line...
After a brief thought, he took out the cube, connected the fortress built by the rangers on the ruins of the outpost in the Kingdom of Arnor, and then continued to extend it to both sides.
This went on for several years. I didn't know how many waves of orcs I had wiped out, how many trolls I had killed, and how many strongholds I had destroyed.
Spring, 2967.
A great wall was built across the Ettenmoor, keeping out the great host of enemies from Angmar and the Gramhills.
Facing this high city wall that seemed to have no end in sight, they felt only despair.
The deadlock was finally broken.
It became a dead end.
With the Great Wall as a solid backing and barrier, the rangers were under much less pressure. They were stationed in the former outposts and fortresses and continued their activities.
The dispute has never stopped, but this time, the ranger side has an absolute guarantee to back it up.
In contrast, the activity patterns of these roadside forts have also changed. Some rangers have left the front lines and are stationed in various fortresses on the Great Wall to conduct surveillance and prevention.
Over time, these people stationed in the Great Wall were separated out and became an important branch of the ranger corps.
They are called 'Watchers'.
Some older historians lamented: “I have never been so busy in my life.”
They quickly picked up their pens and continued to organize the information, recording these changes one by one.
Residents from far away places marveled at the new wonder in the north, while the rangers nearby would never forget the scene they witnessed with their own eyes.
The figure who placed the blocks one by one and continuously built the city wall was imprinted in the minds of many people and became a story that was passed down.
Another year has passed.
In the spring of 2968, Levi came to River Valley City to stroll around.
As always, this place is still prosperous.
For the umpteenth time, he sat in a chair by the window at the table, waiting for Bud to make the tea.
Since he sits here every time he comes, this seat has almost become Levi's exclusive seat and no one else usually touches it.
Even Bard himself would sit at the seat opposite when he was doing his work. This way, no matter when, as long as Levi came over, he could just sit down without saying hello. If he had something to say, he could just say it directly. If nothing else, they could just chat for a while and have afternoon tea together.
Sometimes Bain would join in. He would move a chair from somewhere else and sit beside the not-so-big table. He would take over some of the work from Bud while listening to their casual chat and occasionally saying a few words.
"I was too naive."
Bud, who was searching for snacks in the cabinet, said, "I didn't expect that after a few years, there would be another building that can be called a wonder in the world. I really want to go and see with my own eyes how long the 'Great Wall' is."
“…Not that long.”
"I don't believe that."
Bud came over with a bunch of snacks and placed them on the table.
Levi didn't say more about this topic. He took a sip of tea and asked about the situation nearby: "How is Erebor doing recently?"
Bud, who had just sat down opposite him, said as he placed some snacks on the table: "Most of the areas have been repaired and look very new. You can go and have a look later."
“That’s great.”
Levi nodded and looked at Bain again.
This young man, oh no, it should be said that this mature warrior has been stationed in River Valley City since he graduated from Roadside Fort and served as the commander of River Valley City.
Without any favoritism, he became the commander purely based on his own ability and the recommendation of the residents.
"It's really fast. The young man back then has grown up enough to be entrusted with important tasks."
Li Wei was a little emotional.
Bud echoed with a hint of meaning: "Yes, he does have to take on more responsibilities."
"Would you like to stay here a little longer this time?"
In a rare move, he extended an invitation to Levi.
"Of course." Levi agreed readily, but he was also a little curious.
He knew that this 'master archer' would not shoot without a target.
Bud didn't keep the secret. He patted Bayne's broad shoulders and said, "Our boy is getting married next month. He is in love with a kind and beautiful girl."
"oh?"
Levi smiled and looked at Bain.
"Not bad, not bad. Congratulations."
He put his hand on Bain's other shoulder and said, "Then I will stay for another month to take a good look at this couple in love."
Under the smiling gazes of the two elders, one on each side, Bain seemed a little overwhelmed, his hands were almost knotted from rubbing together.
No matter how old he is or how powerful he is outside, here and now, he is just a young man.
However, facing the teasing of the two, although his expression was a little awkward and he didn't know what to say, at this moment Bain felt at ease from head to toe.
The one in front of him is his father, and although the other one has no biological relationship with him, he is like a father to him. He can feel his presence and appreciate his grace at all times.
In front of these two people, Bain felt very warm.
Especially when he thought about the most important moment in his life that would come next month, he couldn't help but smile.
The happiest moment in a person's life is probably now.
(End of this chapter)
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