We were brought before a single hut built within the forest.
There was a stable outside, a storehouse and bedrooms inside.
Three bunk beds were lined up in the bedroom.
The damp sheets and blankets are likely infested with insects, but a bed is a bed.
Could this be the feeling of a lumberjack’s hut?
Mr. Bandit.
I don’t know his name since I didn't ask, but I gave him some money.
"I will bring Thrush here before dawn tomorrow. In the meantime, you can stay here...."
He reported that and left.
He’ll head back to headquarters, and bring Tris for us.
No questions asked.
In this place, he doesn't pry into a customer’s business.
Only if you pay a premium, though.
"Whew."
I set down our luggage for the time being, and explained in detail our plan for the future.
Such as crossing the border at dawn.
And asking for assistance from the woman who’s coming here.
Tonight, we’ll stay here.
"We can only pray that Darius doesn't catch wind of this before dawn."
Said Luke with a hint of sarcasm.
About that, I also want to pray.
It’s only a gut feeling since everything is going too well, but I have a feeling that everything is going to turn bad at any moment.
Regardless, it’s just a gut feeling after all.
“Having our dreams collapse and becoming playthings for the thieves, is it? Rudeus-sama. If that happens, please spare Kleene and Elmore okay? "
Ariel said jokingly.
Since she knew what’s going to happen from now on, I guess......
Oh, hey, Kleene and Elmore are glaring at me.
Please stop it, it was just a joke.
“It seems that for now I can sleep in a place with a roof tonight....... Crossing the border tomorrow with a new route is going to be harsh, let’s get some rest tonight."
At Ariel's words, everyone started to move.
Ariel’s face is dark with the color of fatigue.
She is not accustomed to walking through the forest.
I thought it would be the same for the two servants, but they seem to be energetic.
The two are massaging Ariel’s feet now.
It seems like the servants have been training for seven years just for this time.
Luke is beside the window looking out of the hut vigilantly.
Occasionally, he would send a sharp glance towards me.
Is he still suspecting me?
Maybe that fellow got tipped off by Hitogami, about who the enemies are.
Though, rather than Luke’s, it would be Hitogami’s enemies.
Regardless, it’s been decided that Ariel will handle this matter.
Let’s look forward to her skills for now.
Ghyslaine is standing in the corner, in a position overlooking the whole room.
As usual.
I gave her a glance, she returns with a nod.
Maybe, there is no meaning to this assent.
Sylphy went into the bedroom and started cleaning.
Although I’m okay with it, I wonder if we’re going to sleep in that sheet and blanket.
No, I have brought spare cloth, so I’ll just use the bed only.
Behind me, Eris is maintaining her sword.
Giving a satisfied smile as she polishes her sword.
With the sword giving off an eerie glow, Eris looks like a downright dangerous guy.
Well, it means she’s reliable.
Although I wanted to get in touch with Orsted now......
I’m not stupid enough to come out and say [I’m going out for a bit.]
For now, let’s just check our equipment.