People are at the border, but they become the incarnation of the sun

"No, actually, this isn't really a helping hand. I was forced to do this because a few unlucky people came to me."

He waved his hand, rejecting Alexander's thanks.

Because that's how it is.

But Hu Ge didn't think so, and he burst into laughter: "Hahahaha, it doesn't matter, no matter what your reason is, but the fact that you helped me cannot be changed!"

The rough laughter echoed in the canyon, and even the howling wind could not cover it.

"I, Alexander the Warrior, always repay a favor. So, young warrior, how do you want me to repay you?"

Alexander's straightforwardness and frankness made him laugh, and his mind gradually overlapped with that of the Solar Knight who followed the sun.

These two people's personalities are so similar.

"Since Mr. Alexander is so sincere, then please pay me 50 million runes."

His lion-like behavior immediately stopped Alexander's hearty laughter. To be more precise, he choked. He coughed a few times and asked tentatively:

"Young warrior, are you kidding me?"

Fifty million runes, not to mention selling Alexander, even if you add the contents, you can't get that much.

"Of course. Who do you think saved you? This is my entry fee."

He said it jokingly.

In fact, he just wanted to tease this cute warrior pot, but Alexander didn't think so. He took what the other party said seriously.

"Oh hmmmm....are you strong?"

"Of course."

"So you're also planning to head east to the southern part of the Gallid Plains to participate in the battle festival held in Red Lion City?"

"Yeah, of course. It's where countless heroes gather, so naturally I have to go there. I'm also ready to take the lead and personally defeat the most powerful demigod, [Star Shattering General] Ratan."

He folded his arms like Alexander and said with great pride.

But this pride is not just arrogance, it also contains convincing self-confidence.

"Oh, oh, oh, you're full of confidence, young warrior! Could you tell me your name?"

"Reinhardt."

"Ohhhhh, Reinhardt, what a powerful name, just like the one in the legend."

When Hu Ge heard the name, he immediately became excited, and even his voice was filled with admiration and nostalgia.

"Reinhardt, this name is simply a legend. He was one of the Knights of Kalia who served the Kalia royal family. He once faced off against two of the most powerful demigods alone during the Shattering War. Although he was ultimately defeated and died, he still won with honor!"

“It’s really exciting…”

In other words, there are no eyes on Alexander's body, otherwise he would definitely be full of admiration and remembrance at this moment.

But Reinhardt always kept his smile unchanged, even when he was praised so much.

After all, he had heard enough praise like this that his ears were almost callused.

The most important thing is, who said he lost that battle that year?

It's obviously a draw!

But he did not refute, but listened quietly until the other party said he was tired, then he asked: "So, Mr. Alexander, are you also planning to go to Red Lion City to participate in the battle festival?"

"Well, of course. As a man and a warrior, it's my duty!"

Brother Hu slammed his big pot, making it bang loudly.

"Isn't this perfect? Mr. Alexander, would you like to come with me?"

However, Alexander refused the invitation and looked at the corpses scattered around him.

"...I was made into a warrior pot—"

"Countless warriors exist within me, and I have an endless dream of becoming a hero..."

"So, this heroic wish compels me to challenge even stronger beings."

"Although the actions of these knights are too despicable, they are also very powerful warriors, so I want to take them into my body."

"This is my destiny and my mission."

“But the process is not pretty…”

Alexander's voice became low, and he also understood the meaning of what Alexander said to him.

So he nodded and said, "Okay, I understand. See you in Red Lion City then."

"Oh, of course. I hope we can all have a satisfactory performance in Red Lion City!"

188. Xiao Mu: Can I lean on your shoulder? (4.5K)

After bidding farewell to Alexander, he embarked on his journey to Galide again.

The drizzle falling from the sky was sounding, and the dense dark clouds covered the sky, and it was unknown when they would disperse.

Now he prefers a clear and cloudless sky to a rainy day like this.

Even if the light that enveloped him came from the golden tree, it was much better than being drenched in the rain.

After a day's journey, he finally arrived at Shuihuan Village at ten o'clock in the evening.

Torret's hooves stepped deep and shallow into the pond, causing ripples, while above his head was a misty drizzle.

He regretted it a bit.

I regret why I didn’t look for the blessed land when I came to Shuihuan Village?

We have only just arrived here, and we can only move forward in the drizzle.

Otherwise, we would have reached the border between Nimgfu and Galid long ago, right?

At this moment, in his arms, a burst of azure light gradually dissipated from the surface of his body, and then slowly gathered together, gradually forming the outline of a human.

Melina, who was originally attached to him, suddenly came out.

"Hey, Melina, what brings you out tonight? Are you planning on sleeping with me out in the wild?"

Looking at the little wood who suddenly appeared in his arms and sat sideways with him on Torret's back, he subconsciously teased.

After all, according to his recent interactions, he found that Xiao Mu was usually very dull. Although he looked very ordinary, he was actually a very simple and innocent person.

Not only is he honest and straightforward, but he rarely comes out on his own unless he is called.

But this time, Melina seemed a little different.

"..."

Melina did not answer his question, but leaned back slightly, as if sitting in his arms to seek warmth.

However, her eyes looked around.

Even when she saw the village severely eroded by dead roots and turned into a dead place, her eyes remained calm and composed.

Just as Torret was about to leave Shuihuan Village, she suddenly pointed to a seemingly intact cabin on the edge of Shuihuan Village.

"...Let's rest there tonight. The rain won't stop for a while, so it's a good opportunity to take shelter."

This was the first time that Xiao Mu, who usually accepted everything and followed silently, made suggestions to him except for the agreement.

It made him feel a little surprised.

This has to do with what happened to Mu today... No, what happened since he left Kalia?

Did you suddenly get it?

He actually became so proactive?

However, he looked up at the inky black and boundless sky, feeling the coolness of the rain on his face, and said, "That's not necessary. The rain isn't that heavy, and we're not far from here. If we quicken our pace a bit, we can reach the border between Nimgefu and Gelid by dawn."

After saying that, he seemed to have thought of something and added again: "If you are worried about me, Melina, then there is no need to worry. This little rain is nothing to me."

"..."

Melina silently turned her head and looked at him for a moment, then turned away again and whispered, "...No, I'm worried about Torret."

"Uh...."

Well, he's just being sentimental.

But then again, Torret is a spirit just like you, so what is there to worry about?

Are you afraid that Torret will get sick from the rain?

Under the Golden Blessing, he had never heard of anyone suffering from any other disease except epilepsy and scarlet disease, even after the Golden Law was broken.

What about spirits?

But considering that this was the first time Melina made suggestions to him on her own will, regardless of the agreement and mission, he did not refute or refuse, and chose to stay in the cabin for one night.

Melina sat in the house, and he found as much firewood as possible outside that was not too wet and piled it in the middle of the cabin.

Then use the power of the sun to completely dry out the moisture on it.

He threw out another flame casually.

With a whoosh, the firewood was ignited, and the room, which was originally slightly lit by the moonlight, suddenly became bright and warm.

In fact, the effect of him simply mobilizing the magic of the sun would be much better than lighting a bonfire.

But after all, we are in the wild, so this is the only way to feel it.

What's more, Melina looked very pretty and charming as she stared blankly at the bonfire, her face illuminated by the flames.

It was as if I saw the scene in the game being burned out by the fire in the cauldron.

Such a heartwarming scene...

Originally, he wanted to call Ashmi out for some fresh air, but he felt that Ashmi seemed to be sleeping, so he didn't disturb her.

Quietly enjoying the world of two with Melina.

...

The night gradually deepened, and the drizzle from the sky gradually stopped.

But he had no intention of setting off. Instead, he sat on the threshold of the wooden house, listening to the faint sounds of crackling firewood coming from the house, enjoying the breeze blowing in his face, feeling the coolness and moisture in the wind, and gazing at the starry sky and the huge full moon in the distance.

Here, you can still see the stars in the sky, as well as the majestic golden tree standing on the Yatan Plateau. It is different from the surrounding small golden trees in height and distance, but it also emits golden neon-like light.

The illusory treetops covered the sky like a protective umbrella, and golden leaves like stars were floating below, drifting away into the distance with the wind.

This magnificent, picturesque scenery was reflected in his dark pupils, but the flames burning in his pupils enveloped the golden tree, as if destroying it all.

This was his determination to destroy the golden tree and correct all the mistakes.

At this moment, the golden tree seemed to be within reach, causing him to subconsciously stretch out his hand and lightly grasp the air, as if holding the huge illusory tree tightly in his hand.

"...What are you doing?"

Suddenly, a slightly hoarse but very calm voice interrupted his thoughts.

Melina quietly walked out of the cabin to his side, and slowly sat down next to him, shoulder to shoulder, legs to legs.

A faint fragrance suddenly filled the air and lingered around his nose.

"Nothing, I just want to uproot that golden tree."

He sighed to Melina without hiding his feelings, not even bothering to lie.

"...Yeah?"

Hearing his outrageous words, Melina said nothing. Instead, she lowered her head slightly and pondered for a moment. Then, she looked up at the golden tree in the distance and said, "...You can do it. I believe it."

"...?"

Melina's answer surprised him a little, but after thinking about it carefully, it seemed reasonable.

The other party's straightforward answer made the corners of his mouth curl slightly, and he couldn't help but jokingly said, "So, Miss Melina, I want to destroy the golden tree. As a guide, don't you intend to stop my rebellious behavior?"

"..."

Melina lost her voice again.