The Island of Gegas
Tenny was indeed a man of his word. He could hijack the entire ship, but how to force the dwarf to return was a completely different matter. The gnomes, who insisted on continuing the voyage, began to secretly collect weapons in the middle of the night. Since these weapons were made by Gnomes, there was a high chance that they would cause the same damage to the wielder and the target. Therefore, the final outcome of two warriors and one mage against countless dwarves and one dwarf was hard to predict.
Fortunately, there was no result in the end. When the three brothers woke up the next day with a deafening bang, they were met with the ear-piercing sound of wood shattering and the hesitant land in front of them! roared.
The three brothers stood up on their knees and finally got out of the dilapidated wooden hut. However, the tragic sight of the entire ship leaning to the left made it even more difficult for them to move.
What was going on? What happened? Where are we? Tenny rubbed his eyes and questioned. We're here! Doggett stroked his beard in satisfaction. Look! He waved at the part of the ship that was considered the bow. This was the island of Gegath.
The three brothers looked outside. At first, they could only see a mess of tangled ropes and broken masts, as well as dwarves waving their hands desperately and arguing with each other. The ship had already stopped moving because the cliff in front of them had not only smashed the statue at the bow, but also shattered part of the hull. It had also broken the mast into two halves.
Tenny walked through the wreckage with a solemn face, followed by Shidon, Palin, and several bold dwarves and dwarves. He walked to the side of the boat and looked over the cliff to the island. The sun rose behind them, illuminating a stretch of beach that extended to the north. In the end, the beach was shrouded in fog. There were many strange trees growing on the beach. The bark of these trees was smooth, and at the end of their straight trunks were many feather-like leaves. Behind this beach and strange trees was a huge mountain range that towered into the clouds. Gray smoke hung near the mountain range, enveloping the entire area in a gloomy atmosphere.
The Island of Gegath, Dougan said proudly.
Gegas? Palin was shocked. You mean-
Ah, young man, that's right. If you still remember, Gegath himself personally chased after Graygem after he escaped. He built a ship to track the gray gem that had disappeared on the other side of the western horizon. This was the last news anyone on the Anselon Continent heard about him. His family felt that he might have fallen to the end of the world. However, a few years ago, I was drinking with a group of Taurens. As we chatted, I won this map from them. He reached into the pocket of his red velvet coat (the condition of his clothes had been worsened by being soaked in the sea) and pulled out a document and handed it to Tenny.
Yes, this was a Tauren map. Tenny placed it on the side of the ship, smoothed out the creases on it, and tried to maintain his balance. Shidon squeezed over to follow him, and Palin also squeezed to his side, using the Mazi staff to support his body. Although it was written in the orc language, the map was based on the precise navigation skills and drawing knowledge of the Tauren. There was no doubt about the location of the Anselon Continent. There was a small island marked with the words 'Gegas' in the distance.
What was the meaning of this? Shidon pointed at an ugly symbol on the side of the island. It looked like a bull's head had been pierced by a long sword. That one? Doggett shrugged nonchalantly. He snatched the map back from Tenny and rolled it up in a hurry. Tauren's doodle--that Tauren doodle represents danger, Palin said seriously. Isn't that right?
Doggett stuffed the map back into his pocket, blushing. Well, I don't know what you young people think, but I personally don't think it's that great of a thing that these savages have scribbled-they've marked the island with the most dangerous symbols of their culture! Palin interrupted. No Tauren ship would anchor near an island with such a mark, he added to his brothers.
Whether it was in this world or other worlds, there were very few things that could make the Tauren afraid. Tenny looked at the island with a dark face. What evidence do you need? Doggett followed Tenny's gaze and said softly. The dwarf's black eyes were filled with desire. The gray gem was here! This was the power that the Tauren feared and felt!
What do you think, Palin? Tenny turned to his younger brother. You are a mage. You should be able to sense it. Palin once again felt the excitement, because the two people he valued the most in this world besides his father, no, perhaps more important than his father, were now looking at him with respectful eyes, waiting for him to speak. Palin grabbed the Mazi staff tightly, closed his eyes and tried to concentrate. At this time, a chill gripped his heart, and his whole body was infected by this cold fear. He shivered and opened his eyes, only to find Shidon and Tenny sizing him up nervously.
Palin, your face! Why was she so pale? What was going on? " I don't know..." Palin stammered. He felt his mouth was very dry. I have a special feeling, but I'm not too sure. It wasn't exactly a feeling of danger, but also an atmosphere of emptiness, loss, and helplessness. Everything around me was out of control. I couldn't stop it at all--
It was the power of the gem, said Doggett. You felt it, mage! Now you should know why it should be returned to the gods for their safekeeping. It had once escaped from the grasp of humans, and it would definitely escape again. Only the gods knew, the dwarf lamented, what it had done to the island and its inhabitants.
Doggett shook his beard and reached out his trembling hand to Tenny. You'll help me, boy, won't you? he said in a tone of earnest pleading, which was a far cry from his usual broad and placid manner. Tanny was caught off guard, and the defense he had built with anger was broken. If you say no and Doggett continues, I will understand. Although I did win the bet, I don't think I should have tied you to the boat when you were drunk.
Tenny bit her lower lip, obviously not fond of such a reminder. " I swear on my beard." The dwarf stroked his beard solemnly." As long as you say the word, I'll let the dwarves send you back to Anselon." Of course, that would have to wait until their ship was repaired.
If this ship was repaired properly! Tenny finally growled. (This doesn't seem very likely.) The gnomes didn't care much about what happened to the ship. They just kept arguing about who should be on duty and who should read the gnome chart. Later, they finally came to a conclusion. Since the cliff was not on the map, it did not exist. After reaching this conclusion, the dwarves could start working.）
What do you two think? Tenny turned around to face the other two brothers. 'I think since we're all here, we should at least look around,' Shi Dong whispered. If the dwarf is right and we can find the gray gemstone, we will definitely be able to join the knights! Just like he said, we will be heroes!
Not to mention the gold and silver we might find, Tenny muttered. Palin? The young mage's heart beat even faster. He suddenly thought, who knows how powerful the gray gem is? It can increase my power, so I don't need any archmage to teach me! " I might become a great mage just by touching it…" Palin shook his head violently. He looked up and noticed his brothers 'expressions. Tenny was an ugly face full of greed, while Shidon's face was distorted by ambition. My own face. Palin touched his facial features. What would it look like to them? He looked down at the white robe and saw that it had turned a dirty gray. This might be because he had been soaked in salt water, but it could also be because…
" Brother," he said nervously." Listen for yourselves!" Think about what you just said! Tanny, since when did you start chasing after gold and silver instead of taking risks?! Tenny blinked as if she had just woken up from a dream. You're right! Wealth! What did I just say? I don't care about money--
The power of the gray gem is affecting you, shouted Doggett. It begins to corrupt you, just as it corrupts others! He turned to the dwarf. Their previous shoving had already deteriorated into a conflict of fighting and throwing people into the sea. I said we should at least tour the island, Palin said in a voice the dwarves could not hear. He pulled his brothers closer, if for no other reason than to find out if Doggett was lying. If he's telling the truth, if the Gray Gem is really here, and we can get it back…
Oh, it's really here! Doggett put his thoughtful face between them. And when you bring it back, your Legends will surpass your father and become Klein's superheroes! And you can save the people of the island from the abyss of suffering, the dwarf said in a serious tone.
Resident? said Tenny in surprise. Are you saying that this place is inhabited? Yes, there were residents here. The dwarf sighed deeply, but at the same time, he sized up the three brothers with a shrewd gaze. He was right. Shidon stared at the beach. There were indeed residents on Gegas. From what I can see, Doggett Red Hammer doesn't look like he needs to be saved!
Tenny, Palin, Shidon, and the dwarf were carried to the beach by the dwarf in a small boat from the Miracle. It was the dwarves 'idea to bring the boat to Miracle. The Gnomes were fascinated by such a simple and practical design. The dwarves had designed a lifeboat to be attached to the Miracle. The size and width of the lifeboat were almost as big as a ship, so it was temporarily left for the guild to study.
As the boat sailed through the waves to the beach, the three brothers could see the welcoming team. The rising sun shone on a group of men carrying spears and shields, waiting for them to arrive. The men were tall and strong, and wore little in the heat of the island. Their skin was a healthy bronze color, and their bodies were decorated with beads and feathers. Their faces were very serious and determined. The shields they carried were made of wood and painted with ferocious patterns. The spear was also handmade, with a wooden body and a stone tip.
'Trust me, it looks sharp and pointy,' said Shi Dong gloomily. They could pierce through flesh like a knife cutting through butter.
" We're at a disadvantage of at least twenty to one," Tenny gestured to Doggett. Doggett was sitting at the bow of the ship, playing with a battle axe that was almost as big as his body. Bah! Primitive! said Doggett scornfully, but Palin noticed that the dwarf's face was a little pale. When they see the light of steel, they will lower their heads and worship us like gods.
The way the Heavenly Gods arrived at the beach was not very dignified. Tenny and Shidon were wearing armors made by the elves, and they looked majestic indeed. The two sets of armor were a gift from Alhana and Cultivator Borl in the name of the Elven Republic. The breastplate glistened in the morning light, and the helmet reflected the glaring sunlight. They climbed out of the boat and immediately sank into the sand. In a few minutes, they were buried alive with only their heads sticking out.
Dressed in a red velvet suit, Doggett asked the dwarves to take him to the beach so he wouldn't get his clothes dirty. The dwarf had now added a wide-brimmed hat to his attire, with a white feather fluttering in the sea breeze. He stood proudly at the bow of the ship with a battle axe at his waist, looking solemnly at the soldiers who were in formation on the beach. The dwarves obeyed his instructions literally, and with great force, they stranded the boat on the beach. Doggett fell headfirst and almost cut himself in half with his battle axe.
Palin often imagined that his first battle would be a magnificent performance of fighting alongside his brothers, combining steel and magic. He had been studying the few spells he knew on the short journey to the beach. As the land approached, his heart beat faster and faster, but he told himself that it was excitement, not fear. He thought he was ready for all kinds of dangerous situations... but he did not expect to have to help an old dwarf of Ribajo to his feet, to try to pull his two brothers out of the wet sand, and to face a whole crowd of silent, half-naked men.
Why aren't they attacking us? Shi Dong mumbled as he moved about in the water, trying to maintain his balance. They can chop us into meat paste!
Maybe their laws forbid them from hurting idiots! Tenny shouted angrily. Doggett finally stood up with Palin's help. He cursed and chased the dwarf back to the ship. Then, he turned around as much as he could to maintain his image and strode toward the group of warriors. Tannis and Shidon, on the other hand, held their sword hilts and slowly followed. Palin walked slower behind him, his white robe becoming heavy because of the sea water and sand.
The soldiers did not move, and they looked at them expressionlessly and silently. But Palin noticed that as they approached, occasionally someone would look back at the nearby jungle uneasily. After Palin confirmed this, he immediately turned his attention to the jungle. After listening and observing carefully for a moment, he quietly approached Tenny.
There's something in these woods, he whispered. " I wouldn't be surprised," Tenny replied. Perhaps there were another fifty to sixty warriors. I don't know. Palin shook his head thoughtfully. The soldiers looked nervous about the place, perhaps even-
Shhh! Tenny ordered. Palin, this is not the time to chat! Follow your duty and follow behind Shidon and me.
But Palin said. Tenny glared at him angrily, reminding him who was leading the group. Palin sighed and stood in his position. However, his gaze still drifted towards the forest, and at the same time, he noticed that many warriors were looking in the same direction as him.
Hello everyone! Doggett strode up to a warrior and said," Because his position was more prominent than the other warriors, he was most likely a chieftain. We, gods! The dwarf patted his chest and shouted. He came from the Land of the Rising Sun to greet the people of Gegas Island.
" You're a dwarf," the warrior said gloomily. His Mandarin was excellent. You're from Anselon, probably for the gray gem. This... uh... now... it seemed that Dogan was caught off guard.……Er…Good guess, young man. We happen to be a little interested in…uh…gray gems. If you're kind enough to tell us where it is--
You can't take it, the warrior sounded frustrated. He raised his spear. We are here to stop you. The warriors behind him nodded absent-mindedly and hurriedly took up their spears to form some clumsy formation. Palin was once again so high that many people looked at the jungle with the same worried eyes.
Alright, we can only fight! Tenny shouted loudly, clearly trying to stir up some dramatic tension in this conflict. You have to fight us to stop us. I thought so too. The chief picked up his spear indifferently. Tenny and Shidon were a little confused, but they still pulled out their swords. Doggett also took out his battle axe solemnly. Palin began to recite the spell, and the staff in his hand seemed to tremble slightly with anticipation. But Palin hesitated. As far as he knew, a battle shouldn't be like this! Where was the hot-blooded feeling? Where was the intense hatred? Where was the honor and determination to defend and not retreat?
The soldiers pushed each other forward. Tenny also advanced step by step, the long sword in his hand shining brightly, and Shidon followed closely behind. Suddenly, cries came from the forest. There was the sound of objects rubbing against each other, followed by more cries of pain. A short figure rushed out of the forest and ran towards the beach.
Wait a minute! Palin shouted. It was a child! The soldiers turned around when they heard the voice. Damn it! The chief unhappily threw his shield and spear onto the sand. The little girl, who was about five years old, ran to the chief and hugged his thigh desperately. At that moment, another slightly older child chased after him from the forest.
I remember telling you to keep an eye on her! The chief said to the big child who was rushing over. She bit me! The boy accused, revealing the bloody teeth marks on his arm. Are you going to hurt my father? The little girl asked Tenny with her big eyes wide open.
N-no, Tanny stammered, caught off guard. He put away his sword. We were just-he shrugged, his face turning a reddish brown, talking. You know, it's a topic for men.
Heavens! said the dwarf in shock. More children rushed out of the forest. There were children of all ages, from toddler to 12-year-old children. In an instant, the beach was filled with all kinds of babbling. I'm so bored. Can we go home? Let me play with the spear!
No, it's my turn! Dad said…
Ah Pu cursed! No! There was! Look, Daddy! That short and fat guy has long hair on his face! He's so ugly, isn't he?
The soldiers looked at the stranger awkwardly, gave up their simple formation, and turned around to argue with the children. Listen, Flower Duo, Daddy is going to stay here for a while. You go back and play-Poof, take your brother back, and you better not let me hear you say that again, or-no, dear, papa's going to use the pike now. When we get home, you can help me carry--
Wait a minute! The dwarf roared. Dogan's thunderous roar interrupted the chaotic scene, causing the soldiers and children to shut up.
Listen, Tenny said, blushing awkwardly, we don't want to fight you, especially in front of your children.
I know, the chief said helplessly. It was like this every time. We haven't had a good fight in two years! Have you ever, he gave Tenny a pained look, tried to fight with a little thing at your feet holding you?
Tenny shook his head, feeling very lucky. " It'll ruin all the fun," another Warrior said. At the same time, his son pounced on him from behind, and his chin was hit by another child's shield.
Then leave them at home and let Mother take care of them, said Doggett vaguely. The expressions of the soldiers became even more depressed. At the mention of the children's mother, the children began to cry.
" No choice," a soldier said. Why? Doggett questioned. Because their mother had run away from home!
It had all started two years ago, when the chief walked back to the village with the Doggett and the three brothers. Gegath sent a messenger to us, demanding that we offer ten virgins, or he will release the power of the Gegath Gray Gem. The warrior's gaze turned to the distant crater of the volcano. The uneven crater was surrounded by gray clouds that kept changing. Lightning struck down from the clouds, followed by the rumbling of thunder. The chief shuddered and shook his head. What can we do? Of course, we can only offer the tribute he asked for. However, everything did not end there. The next month, another messenger came, asking for another ten virgins. The next month would be the same. Soon, all our virgins were captured, and then he started to want our wives. And then he wants our mother! Now, the chief sighed. There was not a single woman left in the village!
All of them! Shidon was shocked. He took all the women away!
The chief nodded in despair, and the child in his arms cried sadly. And not just us. Every tribe on the island was the same. We used to be a proud and brave race. The chief's black eyes sparkled. Our tribe often goes to war. Glory in battle is the purpose of our existence. Sacrifice on the battlefield was the most glorious ending for a man! Now we're living a miserable life
Our hands were soaked in dishwater, not blood. Another person said that we could only mend clothes, not break the enemy's skull.
Not to mention that without women, what would we be missing in our lives?，the third person said meaningfully. If that's the case, why don't you snatch them back? Tenny questioned.
Every soldier looked at him fearfully, and many turned to look at the smoking crater with a terrified expression, as if they were afraid that others would hear them.
The powerful King of Gegath? the chief said almost in a whisper. Facing the fury of the Lord of Gray Gems? How was this possible? He shivered and hugged the child tightly. At least our child still has a father now.
If all the tribes were united, Shidon argued, how many…hundreds? A few thousand? Even if we had millions of men, we would not dare to go against the Lord of the Grey Gem, the chief said.
So, all right, said the Doggett without thinking, then why did you try to stop us on the beach? It seems that you won't object to getting rid of this thing!
"The king of Gegath has ordered us to resist those who want to take the gemstone," the chief said briefly. Once back in the village (which was made up of a few dilapidated thatched huts), the soldiers scattered. Some put the children to bed, some hurried to see how the vegetables were cooking in the pot, and some rushed to the stream to wash their clothes with bamboo baskets.
Doggett and Tenny were speechless when they saw all of this. This didn't make sense! What was going on? It's the power of the gray gem, boy, the dwarf said seriously. They had been affected by the magic power of the gemstone for too long and could not analyze things rationally. I'm willing to bet ten to one that it was the gray gem that prevented them from attacking the King of Gegath. But we, the dwarves looked at the three brothers with wisdom, not yet affected by its magic.
It was just a fluke, Palin said. Therefore, we still have a chance to defeat him! No matter how strong he was, he couldn't be that strong, right? 'Oh, he might have an army of a few thousand men,' said Shi Dong.
No, no, said Doggett quickly. If he did, he would only need to send these troops to attack the village, kill all the men, and take all the women. The King of Gegath threatened to use the power of the gray gem because it was his only trump card! We've got to move fast, boys, because the longer we stay here, the more it'll affect us.
Tenny frowned as he pondered. So how do we find the gray gem? he asked suddenly. What can we do after we get it? As far as I'm concerned, we might be in even greater danger then!
Ah, give this to me! said Doggett, rubbing his hands. Just bring me to the gray gem, boy. Tenny's brows were still furrowed.
" Think of those women, poor little things," the dwarf continued sadly." They were forced to be imprisoned by this evil king and forced to obey his evil will." They would undoubtedly be grateful to the hero who saved them, and would even be willing to... He was right. Shidon suddenly made up his mind. This is our responsibility, Tenny. As future knights of Solania, we must save those women.
What do you think, little brother? Tenny asked. As a white-robed mage, I have the obligation to help these people in danger. Palin suddenly felt indignant. Everyone, he added.
And it's about your honor, boy, said the Doggett gravely. You have indeed lost the bet. It would take a few days for a dwarf to repair the ship…
And those women might be very grateful! Shidon interrupted. Alright, it's decided! Tenny said. However, I would rather face the evil dragon than fight against the magic power of some strange stone. Haha, evil dragon! The dwarf had a cunning expression on his face, but Tenny didn't have the time to notice. The three brothers and the dwarf walked up to the chief and found him hanging his clothes while nervously watching the stew not to dry. Listen to me! Tenny announced loudly, gesturing for the warriors in the village to gather around him. My brothers and the dwarves are preparing to go to the castle of the King of Gegath to retrieve the Gray Gem. Are any of you willing to go with us?
The soldiers looked around and shook their heads without hesitation.
So, Tenny said weakly, is there anyone who is willing to be our yearning? As soon as we reach the castle, you can come back.
Once again, the warriors shook their heads in unison. Then we can only go alone! Tenny said passionately. If we can't get the gray gem back, we swear we won't leave the castle alive!
The burly man left the village without looking back, followed by his brother and the dwarf. However, when they left, they found that many warriors were looking at them gloomily and whispering to each other. There were also many people waving their fists at them. They don't look very happy, Tenny said. And we're the ones facing danger! What were they talking about?
I think they just happened to think that the women might be very grateful. Doggett replied in a low voice.
This book comes from：m.funovel.com。