Chapter 65 (1/2)
“I-I, understand”
Natin bowed his head before turning around
“Ah- wait! I'!”
“Yes!”
Natin, who had stepped back, turned around and raised his head
“There are about 30 people in total I heard that half of thehly the same level as second-rate warriors However, ru that he cannot be ignored Many special warriors, including Nariht ar out in the open because they believe in his abilities Keep this in mind while you conduct your operation”
“Yes… then…”
“One o out, call the attendant and tell hiaze to where Norian's chin gestured There was a naked girl lying on the floor with her tongue sticking out Her wide-open eyes were lifelessly looking up at the ceiling Rigorin…
“She's an unlucky bitch Sohed her up pretty badly It must have been that rotten son of mine, Nordeht
San gathered the crew ether The crew members looked at their captain's face, which was illuht, with tense expressions San's voice rang quietly in the camp's square
“Our mission is to take our products to the city of Porto, sell them, and return back safely”
“…”
“Unfortunately, there are twous Even now as I speak, they are encircling us There are roups have been following us throughout our journey They've been looking for a chance to plunder our cargo Marquis Norian should know of our arrival, too I think he'll definitely ht Therefore…”
San paused for a moment Everyone's eyes were on his mouth San looked at Biyeon for aback unsafe but there's also no safe route to go back Hence, even if any of you want to leave, I will not let you go”
At first glance, fear seehout the crew members' expressions They heard Chief Priestess Dite's dire words earlier in the day, but the moment when a possibility turned into a reality was always far more impactful
Biyeon looked at the crew members with a cold expression and ar words in a dry, matter-of-fact manner, “The second problem is that we don't have the combat power to defeat our enemies To put it bluntly, you'll either be seriously injured or die If that should happen, then our mission is likely to fail So, the time has come for all of you to make a decision”
“…”
The crew members turned their heads and watched San They also knew the objective of the oods and convert them into money However, nowhere did it state that the captains must take responsibility for the safety of the crew o and others at the same time
That's why many transport convoys employed powerful Awakened Warriors It didn'trelationshi+p… The o The crewacross their backs and collectively shuddered Biyeon's voice continued in the backdrop of this icy atmosphere
“You know, the two of us are not part of the Count's estate Therefore, there's no reason to put our lives on the line So, you have three choices”
Biyeon stopped talking and looked around Gulping sounds could be heard interinal contract and be paid your contracted share In this case, we aren't responsible for your safety It's more realistic to let the weak die and replenish our nu the journey Of course, the preht and tomorrow”
“…”
The Count's household members' faces noticeably hardened Next, San continued, “Second, before ht opponent and return back to the Essen estate with at least the cost of this excursion However, in this case, it means our ain nor e be properly compensated This is not a feasible choice for ive up on the 'rewards' because of your 'insignificant' lives?”
Interh Yekin and Yeria's faces were especially hardened
“The last and third choice is…” Biyeon said before stopping to increase the tension
This was the last choice Every crew member stared at Biyeon intently
“We enter into a separate contract Its contents are simple Both of us ensure your safety In return, you follow our words absolutely I want you all to seriously consider the third option I don't think you all will be very helpful to the two of us, but…”
Biyeon blinked her eyes People were still waiting for her words to continue
“This is the last suggestion I'll give If you agree to the third option's terer have total personal freedo our orders without question What do you think? Will you sign a contract with us?”
“Then, does that offer… mean we'll become your slaves?” Cecil asked carefully Biyeon avoided i his question Instead, she looked at Cecil for a moment
He was a seasoned bard in his 50's The bards of this era were people who told stories of the world They were perhaps the intellectuals and historians of this era
'Was our proposal interpreted as enslaveht
Biyeon then nodded
“It's similar It's no better treatment in the end, so yes,” Biyeon siive us a minute?” Yekin asked
“As you wish… however, I hope you don't exceed an hour I don't want to hear fro forth their company's decisions”