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Chapter 5024 5027 [A god taught me magic]

After some arguing, the dwarves finally settled on the odds of one to six.

Only Bofur, Shanann and Gandalf thought that Bilbo would join the team.

The other eleven dwarves all thought that Bilbo would not join the team.

"You are definitely going to lose. I know he won't join."

"He is so timid that he fainted last night."

"It's harsh to say this, but I have to say he's not the type to take risks."

The dwarves who had bet that Bilbo would not come teased with a gloating look on their faces.

"Let's not talk about this for now." Xiang Nan said, "To be honest, I had a dream last night. I seemed to have dreamed of a god who taught me some skills..."

"Stop talking nonsense, that's just a dream."

"Yes, I also dreamed that I killed the dragon Smaug."

"I dreamed that I picked up a lot of gold, and I couldn't catch it all..."

The dwarves teased.

Although Qili and Fili are in their forties, they are still considered young guys in this dwarf team, and are generally fifty years younger than the other dwarves.

Therefore, in the eyes of these dwarves, the two of them were like children, and naturally no one believed Xiang Nan's words.

"I'm telling the truth~" Xiang Nan insisted, "Look~"

As he said this, he snapped his fingers, and a ball of fire immediately emerged from his fingertips.

"Wow~" The dwarves were shocked when they saw it.

Even Gandalf was stunned. He didn't expect Xiang Nan to perform witchcraft.

"how did you do it?"

"What's this called?"

"What is this?"

All the dwarves asked curiously.

"This is called 'Fireball Technique', probably used for keeping warm." Xiang Nan explained.

"Interesting." Gandalf pondered, "This is a very rare spell. Who taught you this? Which god?"

"I don't know. He didn't tell me. I only saw that He was wrapped in a ball of light, and there were countless bright spots in His body, twinkling like stars." Xiang Nan explained.

After hearing this, Gandalf seemed to be thinking about something.

……

"Well, if that's all you have, then there's nothing to be proud of," Thorin said. "It can only generate a little heat, so what good can it do? Just make a bonfire."

After hearing what he said, the dwarves nodded, thinking that the light at Xiang Nan's fingertips was indeed useless and might be used as a magic trick.

Hearing him say that, Xiang Nan threw the fire away.

The fireball hit a tree beside the road, and then with a bang, the whole tree was instantly blown into two pieces. For a moment, the treetop collapsed, debris flew everywhere, and the momentum was amazing.

"Wow~" The dwarves were frightened again.

I didn't expect that this seemingly insignificant fireball would be so powerful. It blew up a big tree in one go. In terms of power, it might be more powerful than the strongest wind crossbow of the dwarves.

Even Gandalf was a little surprised.

"so amazing!"

"It's too strong!"

"Oh my god, how did you do that?"

Everybody became very excited.

"Quiet!" Thorin shouted at this time, "This is a gift from the gods, indicating that our adventure is protected by the gods. This is a good omen!" "Yeah! Well said!"

"With such great power, not even Smaug can withstand a single blow!"

"Well done, Kili!"

When the dwarves heard Thorin say this, they all cheered.

"Let's go!" Thorin announced, and then he called Xiang Nan closer and asked quietly, "Besides this fireball, what other skills did the god teach you?"

"There are also spells to conjure delicious food, and many others, but I can't remember them for now." Xiang Nan explained, "I will learn them slowly when I dream in the future."

"Yeah." Thorin nodded. "Come on, kid, you're my pride."

……

The dwarf team continued to advance.

At this moment, I heard someone behind me shouting, "Hey, wait a minute, wait a minute~"

When they looked back, they saw Bilbo running towards them.

Everyone was shocked and surprised.

"I signed it." Bilbo said, holding the parchment in his hand, and then handed it to Bahrain on his horse.

Balin picked up the magnifying glass and took a look. "Yes, that's right. The contract has been signed. Welcome, Mr. Baggins, to join Thorin Oakenshield's adventuring team."

Thorin was also quite surprised by Bilbo's joining, but he was used to keeping a low profile, so he just ordered, "Give him a pony."

"Oh, no need. I'm used to walking. Don't worry, I can catch up with you. To be honest, I often go on hikes. The farthest I've been is..." Bilbo waved his hand quickly.

He had never ridden a horse before and was afraid he would fall off.

But even as he was chattering, Bofur and Dori pulled him up and placed him on a chestnut pony.

Bilbo suddenly grabbed the reins nervously.

"Relax, don't be nervous. This is a well-trained pony and won't get angry." Xiang Nan said with a smile when he saw this.

Bilbo forced a smile on his nervous face, but still held the reins tightly.

"Haha, it's time for us to settle the accounts." At this time, Bofur laughed.

The dwarves had no choice but to give the money earned by Bofur, Xiangnan and Gandalf to them according to the bet.

Because Xiang Nan bet five gold coins, he got twenty-five gold coins at once.

To him, gold coins are nothing; what matters is the fun.

"What are they betting on?" Bilbo asked Gandalf puzzledly.

"They are taking a gamble on whether you will show up," Gandalf explained.

"Which side are you betting on?" Bilbo asked curiously.

Just then, Gloin threw a bag of money to Gandalf.

"My friend, I have never been disappointed in you." Gandalf put the money in his sleeves and said with a smile.

When Bilbo heard this, his heart suddenly warmed.

Just then, he suddenly sneezed loudly, "Ah, it's these horse hairs, they got into my nose. Sorry, I forgot to bring my handkerchief, we have to go back." He shouted.

"Haha, no need, use this." Dwalin tore off a piece of underwear lining and threw it to Bilbo.

Bilbo took the substrate and looked at it carefully. He found that it had not been washed for a long time. The original color could not be seen and it even emitted a strange smell.

"We are going on an adventure, not a trip. Just make do with it, Mr. Baggins." Xiang Nan said with a smile, "Let's go~"

"Let's keep going," Thorin shouted, taking the lead and riding eastward.

Bilbo had no choice but to put away his pretentiousness and learn to accept it all.

"You must get used to life without a handkerchief, and many other things, Bilbo Baggins, until the end of this journey." Gandalf also said earnestly, "You grew up on the hills and rivers of the Shire, but now your home is behind you and the world is before you."