Chapter 79: Tombstones
Upon arrival, he noticed how much smaller of a village this was. It was akin to an impoverished settlement.
The people were wary, their eyes filled with distrust. Clearly, they had gone through some form of hardship or struggle.
Arthur moved cautiously with his senses on high alert. He eavesdropped on conversations, observed the villagers' interactions, and pieced together the puzzle of their daily drudgery.
It was during a casual conversation with an old man that he finally found the information he was looking for.
The man, weathered by years and toil, spoke of the brothers with a sense of calmness. He recounted tales of their bravery, their unmatched skill, and their tragic demise.
According to the old man, they had been buried in a hidden tomb. The location was a closely guarded secret, known only to a handful of people.
Arthur pressed for more details, but the old man hesitated.
"It's a dangerous place, young man," he warned. "I advise you not to head in that direction if you're looking to see the light of day tomorrow."
Arthur's resolve hardened. Danger was his constant companion.
He thanked the old man for his information and prepared to leave.
After a while of walking away from the village, he felt a strange sensation. But when he turned around, he hadn't seen anything.