An infinite journey starting from Baldur's Gate

Chapter 38 Major Issues
The battles between the two sides ended one after another. Malone, Shadow Heart, and Weir seemed to have a tacit understanding, and surrounded the vampire with the intention of launching an army to punish the guilty.

"Um...is it too late for me to apologize now?"

Seeing the unkind looks in several people's eyes, Astelon smiled dryly and asked cautiously.

"You're a troublemaker."

Shadow Heart stared at her, shook his head and gritted his teeth.

Weir crossed her arms and said nothing, staring at the other party with extremely sharp and penetrating eyes...

Just when Malone was about to say harsh words and hit this restless woman, out of the corner of his eye, he suddenly caught sight of Gale sitting aside in a bad condition.

The other party was covering his proud chest with his hands, frowning and gritting his teeth, looking like he had difficulty breathing.

And because he was standing, he happened to see something glowing under the mage's collar, which continued to cause her unimaginable pain.

Seeing this, Ma Long knew that the situation was not optimistic, so he quickly warned:
"It's only three things, Asteron. This time, I'll endure it. Before doing anything in the future, move your head and think about the consequences carefully."

As soon as he finished speaking, he immediately walked quickly to Gale and squatted down.
He asked with concern on his face:
"Are you ok?"

It wasn't until this moment that others realized that Gale's condition was not very good. After all, he was in the middle of a battle and couldn't shift his attention elsewhere.
Although Asteron was ordered to look after her, the focus was actually on the battlefield.

Hearing this, Gale looked up at Ma Long. At this time, her forehead was covered with sweat beads. She shook her head slightly, her voice was slightly hoarse and weak:
"...I'm afraid it's not very good..."

"What's wrong? How about I help you treat it?"

As a priest, Shadow Heart walked up without saying a word, gradually condensing healing spells in his hands.

He is very concerned about the physical condition of the team members. If one person is in poor condition, it may cause irreparable heavy losses to the entire team.

However, Gale shook his head and refused his help. Seeing this, Astaire touched her chin:

"Is the Mind Flayer bug causing trouble? No, isn't that thing in your head? Why are you covering your chest?"

At this point, anyone with some brains can basically detect anomalies. It's obvious.
The mage's problems do not come from bugs, but from other factors.

"...Everyone, I'm sorry, besides bugs, I actually have another extremely serious problem, which is also fatal."

"Do you have a disease? Or a curse? Or..."

Upon hearing Gale's explanation, Weier asked several questions in a row with a serious expression.
There are too many deadly things in the world~

Some are not contagious, and once they have this characteristic, no one is immune...

However, the mage shook his head again, mysteriously:
"No, it's not contagious. Regarding my question...I'm sorry I can't tell you everything, but I can tell you one thing,"

"I need to absorb the energy contained in magic items from time to time to get temporary relief."

As soon as these words came out, everyone except Ma Long showed surprise, confusion, suspicion and even disbelief. Absorbing the energy of magic items?
Never heard of a "disease" with such a need.

The cost of treatment is extremely high. Magic items are not just junk on the street. Some adventurers may not be able to own one in their lifetime.
Because the cost of obtaining it is really not easy to bear, you have to search for it in dangerous ruins or tombs.

Or rob someone who already has one, but the strength of those who possess magic items cannot be underestimated. Robbery? Do you still want to live?
Killing people and grabbing treasures requires first-rate skills.

"Oh~ My dear Gale, you really should explain it carefully, otherwise..."

"People may not be able to trust you."

Astelon spread his hands and smiled, unabashedly exploring the truth and full of curiosity, even if it was related to personal privacy. Regarding her remarks, Gale tried his best to restrain his inner dissatisfaction and said in a sincere tone:
"I'm sorry, I know you have a lot of questions, but I can only tell you this for the time being, and... I have another unwelcome request."

At this point, Yingxin and Weir turned their attention to the captain who had never spoken.
After all, these words have made it clear that Gale wants valuable magic items to alleviate his problems, and everyone happens to have them, but this is not a trivial matter.

But Ma Long asked without thinking:
"what do you want?"

Gale pursed his lips, his eyes filled with nervousness, expectation and apprehension, took a deep breath and said:
"I hope you... don't be angry. I want your sword or Shadowheart's short spear, plus the pendant Astellan took before,"

"Once absorbed by me, these things will become ordinary things."

"what!?"

When the words hit his ears, Ma Long's originally calm expression suddenly became unbearable.

Because in his impression, his original appetite was not that big, so he looked calm, but now, he had a super double!
Moreover, the difference in energy contained in jewelry and weapons is definitely not at the same level.

Seeing his performance, Gale's eyes became dull and he couldn't help but lower his head in despair.
Enduring the pain in my heart alone...

But the next second, Ma Long silently put his weapon in front of her with both hands.

"Wait a minute! It's better to use a short spear. I still have a mace after all."

At this time, Shadow Heart stepped forward with a short spear, wanting to replace him.

After all, the priest is not the main force in the team. He is not like the paladin, who is always at the front. Whether the weapon is good or bad,
To him, it doesn't really matter.

However, Ma Long waved his hand and rejected the proposal, smiling:
"No, I am a paladin. Even if the sword in my hand does not contain magic, I can still kill evil spirits, monsters and evil people,"

"What's more, I am the captain and it is my responsibility to take care of everyone."

To be honest, it's impossible not to feel distressed.

It’s just that Malone cares more about Gale, because human life is more important than anything else! Besides, it's just a sword, how can it be compared to the Archmage of Waterdeep City?

"Really?! Thank you so much! I..."

For a moment, Gale's little heart felt like it was riding a rocket all the way from the bottom of the valley to the sky.

He stuttered when he spoke excitedly.

She also knew that her demands were very unreasonable. Weapons were the most important thing in battle, but the other party still generously gave them to her.

Seeing this, Ma Long held her shoulders and comforted her:

"Calm down and solve your problem first. By the way, Astairen, bring me the pendant."

There was no other way, Astelon had no choice but to take out the pendant with a look of reluctance. Seeing its appearance, Gale felt inexplicably comfortable~

But she did not forget the most important thing. She took the pendant and began to absorb it.
He reached out and touched the two items, integrating all the pure magic energy contained in them into his body like drawing threads. At the same time, the giant sword and the pendant,

Completely transformed into something ordinary...

Then Gale stood up as if nothing was wrong and no longer had any symptoms of discomfort.
He opened his arms and gave Ma Long a hug and said with a smile:

"Thanks again, I will keep it in my heart."

(End of this chapter)