Chương 178: Restricted

After that, a group of villagers hurried over to lend a hand to Sam in gathering the materials Vesta had requested. Lost in his tasks, Sam failed to notice Vesta's watchful gaze scanning the surroundings with a hint of concern. Vesta's eyes shifted back to his carriages, where he beheld the mercenaries sprawled on the ground, while the disdainful gazes of the villagers lingered upon them.

"Divide these items in half and store some in the other carriages," Vesta commanded, his finger pointing towards several soldiers who stood at attention. Asserting his ownership of the carriages, he made it clear that they were his possessions, even if others had temporarily occupied them.

"Yes, sir!" responded the captain with a grin, recalling the haughty expressions worn by the servant and young master. Acting upon Vesta's orders, the captain directed several soldiers to accompany him and carry the goods towards Desmond's carriage.