save the bachelors

Chapter 5022 [I refuse to join the team]

"That's why we need a thief." After hearing what Gandalf said, the dwarves suddenly realized.

"A skilled thief, preferably an expert." Balin nodded, then looked at Bilbo. "But are you?"

"What am I?" Bilbo was startled, not understanding what he meant by asking.

"An expert thief," Balin repeated.

"Of course not, I'm not a thief and I've never stolen anything." Bilbo denied it firmly, as if he was humiliated.

He is a kind-hearted, peace-loving, easy-going person who never invites trouble. Not to mention stealing other people's things, he won't even pick mushrooms growing in other people's fields.

"I agree with Mr. Baggins. He is not cut out to be a thief." Balin nodded.

A thief is not a thief who steals people's wallets. Instead, he is responsible for reconnaissance, infiltration, assassination, sabotage, and explosion, similar to a scout in the army or a spy in the military intelligence department.

They are proficient in stealth, fighting, shooting, poison, lock picking, cracking mechanisms, setting traps, etc. An expert thief can even wipe out a team silently.

Bilbo looked thin, timid, slow and clumsy, and did not look like an expert thief. He was probably not qualified to join their team.

After all, it was a long journey to the Lonely Mountain. Not to mention that he would have to face the evil dragon Smaug in the end, there were countless disasters along the way. With his frail body, he probably couldn't make it.

"Yes, he is too small and skinny. I am afraid he is no match for even the weakest orc."

"He doesn't know how to defend himself or fight, and he can't survive in the wilderness."

"We can't take this kind of burden with us on the road. It will hinder our progress."

All the dwarves agreed, except Xiang Nan, who remained silent.

He knew that although Bilbo looked thin and timid, lacking courage and confidence, he was actually kind and strong in his heart, and he could always burst out with wisdom and courage in times of crisis.

In the original novel, the dwarves were able to escape danger several times thanks to him during this adventure.

For example, after being captured by the trolls, it was Bilbo who bought time and waited for Gandalf to rescue them; when they were hunted by spiders in the Mirkwood, it was Bilbo who saved them; when they were captured by the elves and imprisoned, it was Bilbo who stole the key and rescued them...

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"Enough~" Seeing the dwarves arguing and belittling Bilbo, Gandalf, who was sitting nearby, suddenly stood up and shouted, "I said Bilbo Baggins was a thief, and he is.

Hobbits are so light on their feet that most people won't notice them if they choose to. And the dragon is used to the smell of dwarves, but not hobbits. This will give us a huge advantage.

You asked me to find the fourteenth person, and I recommend Mr. Baggins now. His ability is far beyond his appearance, and what he can do is completely beyond your imagination, even he himself does not know. You have to believe me on this point. "

Gandalf's voice startled the dwarves.

Xiang Nan knew that he had released his own divine power, using a skill similar to "Mind Blast" to directly shock the dwarves' souls, causing them to be so frightened that they dared not refute again.

This is exactly "If the tiger doesn't show its power, you will treat me as a sick cat~"

As expected, after he roared, the dwarves all shut their mouths.

"Okay, let's do as you say." Thorin Oakenshield finally compromised.

"No, no..." Balin wanted to refuse again, but Thorin shook his head and stopped him. "Okay, then sign this contract." He then took out a piece of parchment from his arms and handed it to Bilbo. "There are some customary terms on it, including the total expenditure, time required, remuneration, funeral arrangements, etc."

There are many ancient ruins and treasures in Middle-earth. For example, the places where the ancient Edain (the ancestors of humans), dwarves, and elves once lived were destroyed because of war. There may be rich treasures hidden in them.

For example, evil dragons, ogres, orcs, etc., often harass villages and towns, causing huge losses to people, so people will also issue rewards and look for adventurers to help them solve their problems.

Therefore, there are many specialized adventurers in Middle-earth. They gather into teams to go on adventures, explore those ruins, kill those monsters, complete those tasks, and receive generous rewards.

Over time, with more and more transactions, some generally accepted clauses and rules were formed. The contract drafted by Bahrain contained these generally accepted clauses.

But Bilbo had never been on an adventure before, so he was shocked. "Funeral arrangements?"

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"I can't guarantee his life safety, so I will not be responsible whether he is dead or alive." At this time, Thorin whispered to Gandalf.

Although under pressure from Gandalf, he was willing to give Bilbo a chance to show his ability, but in his heart, he still looked down on Bilbo.

"I agree." Gandalf nodded.

At this time, Bilbo had already taken the contract and read it carefully. "Terms: If there is any profit, the amount of compensation delivered should not exceed one-fourteenth of the total profit. Well, it's fair.

The team will not be responsible for any future injuries suffered by members, including but not limited to lacerations, internal injuries, cremation?! "

"Yes, and the dragon would probably burn your flesh away in an instant," Bofur explained.

"Hiss..." Bilbo took a long breath.

"Are you okay?" Xiang Nan asked with concern.

"I'm fine, just a little dizzy." Bilbo waved his hands, looking very bad.

"Imagine a flying furnace, bright light, burning pain, and then poof, you turn into a pile of charcoal..." Bofur comforted him.

"I need some fresh air. I need to calm down." Bilbo felt more dizzy and nauseous after hearing what Bofur said. "No..."

He then straightened his body and fell to the ground unconscious.

"You are really doing more harm than good, Bofur." ​​Gandalf couldn't help complaining when he saw this.

The dwarves all laughed.

Bilbo fainted on the ground just by reading the terms of the contract and listening to Bofur's description of the horror of the dragon. He was such a coward.

No one had any confidence in how such a person could take him on an adventure.

"Gandalf, it seems you have to help us find the fourteenth person." Thorin said to Gandalf.

"Don't say that. He'll be well soon," Gandalf refused, and then helped Bilbo to a chair. "Go make him a cup of tea with honey."

Xiang Nan immediately went to the kitchen and made a cup of honey tea.

At this time, Gandalf had also revived Bilbo, "Drink some honey tea, you will be well soon."