Chapter 23

After entering "E-Rantel".

The escort mission of the "Rock" squad was considered complete, and next, they naturally needed to go to the Adventurer's Guild here to submit the commission and receive the reward.

It's just that...

Under the healing magic of Tang Zheng, Captain Dosari, who had completely recovered, looked at the others in the team, and with a look of shame on his face, hurried to the side of the carriage.

"Lord Bareare!"

"Thank you for your care along the way. We didn't help much, and we won't accept the reward for this commission."

Captain Dosari bowed heavily to Grandmother Liji and said gratefully.

If it weren't for the other party solving those two Ogres, given their situation at the time, the entire squad would likely have died there.

Grandmother Liji glanced at Captain Dosari faintly, and for the first time, a smile appeared on her wrinkled face toward the "Rock" squad, "Good, I know."

Clearly.

Saving a sum of money made Grandmother Liji happy.

Captain Dosari thanked Enri, who was sitting on the carriage, again, and then retreated back to the team.

"Tang, remember to come find me."

As the carriage drove away, Enri waved toward Tang Zheng.

Tang Zheng's intentional communication during this period had already made Enri treat him as a good friend.

"I will." Tang Zheng smiled and waved back, but his gaze was very calm.

To be honest.

Tang Zheng was full of gratitude for Enri in his heart.

He not only obtained the general profession of "Genius" from the other party, but also obtained the two life professions of "Pharmacist" and "Alchemist".

Because of this.

The longer Tang Zheng was in contact with Enri, the more likely Enri would leak his relevant information in the future.

If this situation occurs—

Tang Zheng's palm subconsciously rested on the short sword hanging at his waist, pressing lightly on the hilt.

In hindsight.

The cold touch of the short sword hilt made Tang Zheng come back to his senses sharply.

Is this...

Is the pressure too great?

"Hoo."

Tang Zheng exhaled, turned around and looked at the Rock squad next to him, "Everyone, it's time for me to say goodbye."

"Hahaha!"

"Thanks to you along the way, Tang, if there is anything you need, just speak up."

The twin brother Lande patted his chest and said readily.

Tang Zheng waved his hand hurriedly: "I should be the one saying thank you. From you all, I have learned quite a bit of experience."

Ding~ Ding~

"This is for you." Captain Dosari suddenly took out a black cloth bag from his arms, and the sound of metal colliding came from it as he shook it.

Before Tang Zheng could react.

Captain Dosari had already stuffed the black cloth bag into Tang Zheng's hand.

Touching the familiar touch inside the cloth bag, Tang Zheng knew that there were gold coins inside.

"This is..." Tang Zheng was a bit puzzled and raised his hand to push the money back.

"I don't have much money on me, don't mind if it's too little, and no need to be polite."

"If it weren't for you, this leg of mine would have been ruined."

Captain Dosari said seriously, and at the same time lifted that leg and stepped on the ground hard.

With the injury caused by the Ogre completely flattening his leg, the recovery potions they carried couldn't have much effect on this level of injury.

Being in the wild.

He didn't know how far away the nearby city was, even if he could rush back to the city in time and find a faith-based magic caster who could use healing magic.

By that time!

Even if his leg recovered, there would be sequelae.

If it weren't for Tang Zheng's timely treatment, Captain Dosari felt that he would have really said goodbye to his adventurer career.

Seeing Captain Dosari's attitude that would not be refused.

Tang Zheng was silent for a while, and no longer pushed back: "Good, then I'll accept it."

After saying that, Tang Zheng nodded to the members of the "Rock" squad and turned to leave.

Watching Tang Zheng's back gradually disappear into the crowd.

The hearty expression originally on Captain Dosari's face revealed heartache and bitterness.

"What a pity, this commission was simply a huge loss." Archer Bask complained.

Lande and Le'er looked at each other and sighed at the same time.

They had maintained a close attitude toward Tang Zheng along the way, just to wait until the commission was completed to invite Tang Zheng.

As a result.

They were almost at "E-Rantel" when such a thing happened. Not only were they almost wiped out, but they were also saved by Tang Zheng.

In this situation, the members of the "Rock" squad were clearly embarrassed to invite Tang Zheng again.

"Why are you hanging your heads?"

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"Although we didn't invite Tang, we know each other now, and there will always be opportunities in the future."

"Continue to work hard and strive to be promoted to a "Gold-ranked" adventurer squad as soon as possible!" Captain Dosari patted his cheeks, showed a hearty smile again, and said loudly.

"Yes, Captain!"

"Yes, Captain!"

"Yes, Captain!"

The three of Lande also followed and said with a giggle.

On the other side.

The Bareare grandparents who drove the carriage away.

Grandmother Liji glanced at Enri, who was a bit lost after parting, with the corner of her eye, and shook her head imperceptibly.

Due to Enri's personality, her grandson had never had any friends.

That kid named Tang looked only a little older than her grandson, and could be considered a peer. Plus, the other party was a faith-based magic caster and had some talent.

It wouldn't be bad for the two to make friends.

It's just that—

"Enri." Grandmother Liji said faintly while driving the carriage.

"Grandmother?" Enri raised his head.

"In the future, if it's not necessary, try to have less contact with that kid named Tang." Grandmother Liji said.

Enri was stunned and just wanted to speak.

"I know what you want to say, but this old woman still has some insight into people, Grandmother won't harm you."

Grandmother Liji continued, knowing that at Enri's age, once he decides on something, he tends to be stubborn, then added:

"That kid looks gentle and easy to get along with, but in reality, it's the exact opposite. I mean, that kid should have a barrier with outsiders from the bottom of his heart."

"The friendly appearance he puts on with you should be faked."

"Plus the vigilance he shows to outsiders, such a person either has a complex background or has some incredible trouble."

Enri straightened his upper body when he heard this, his face flushed slightly, and he opened his mouth to refute: "But, Grandmother..."

"Sigh."

Grandmother Liji sighed, swung the horsewhip in her hand and hit the horse, making a clear sound, interrupting Enri's words,

"Enri, did you notice the attitude of the "Rock" squad after this old woman solved those two Ogres?"

Enri was stunned.

He naturally noticed it, or it could be said that it couldn't be more obvious; the "Rock" squad's attitude toward Grandmother was very respectful.

Enri was not a fool; he knew that Grandmother wasn't talking about the "Rock" squad's attitude, but Tang Zheng.

He couldn't help but recall Tang Zheng's attitude in his mind.

The other party was also very respectful!

It's just—

Recalling it now, Enri always felt that Tang Zheng's respect was different from that of the "Rock" squad, but he couldn't put his finger on it for a moment.

"The acting is too poor."

"He looks down on this old woman from the bottom of his heart."

Grandmother Liji said faintly.

Enri opened his mouth and remained silent.

(End of this chapter)