Capítulo 80: Festivity and reflection

"My friends, this village will rise and prosper again, thanks to the bravery of these men and women. Together, we will rebuild what has been lost."

The villagers gave Baron Edrin a standing ovation.

Baron Edrin's short speech provoked a wave of enthusiasm among the villagers, their faces lighting up with hope and determination.

It seemed that the baron was particularly popular in his home territory.

Once the ovations had died down, Edrin turned his gaze back to Maxime and beckoned him to follow him out of the crowd.

Maxime, curious, followed him.

Together, they walked to an old restored barn, away from curious ears.

Edrin turned back to him, smiling slightly.

"Thanks again for saving those villagers."

Maxime shook his head and decided to be direct.

"We're mercenaries, we save when we can save, but to live we need money."

The baron was surprised by Maxime's transparency, but he didn't let it faze him.