Chapter 145.2
Zilgan’s words were a warning. But with his actions and words, I felt I could see the guiding principles of Hogloss Trading Company.
Never take sides, but if you did not get in their way, they would not be aggressively hostile. That was enough information for now.
Leaving Hogloss Trading Company, we toured the town and restocked our rather pricey groceries and gear, returned to the inn, and the next morning, after being assured that Elena had regained some of her strength, we left town and made our way towards the ruins.
“Elena…are you okay?”
“Yes, thank you, Aria.”
Elena’s pale complexion was not only due to the desert climate and her physical condition, but also because she had seen too many people die since she arrived here.
Death is everywhere in a town like this. There was no mercy for enemies. However, around Elena, even though there had been death so far, it had happened on the other side.
That’s why I took her outside, but Elena looked at me and shook her head quietly.
“It’s okay, Aria, it’s all my… it was my own decision.”
“…I see.”
She was pushing herself too hard. Still, if that was her decision, I would respect it.
Elena was not just a doll to be protected. She was a human who stood up by her own will.