Dawn Of Twilight

"Yes, I have done my tasks for the day. R-B and the others are on their own just unwilling to put in the effort… Also…"

Tobi slowly turned around. Just the coldness in his eyes immediately caused the valkyrie to reel back in fear, it was akin to being stared at by a powerful magical beast.

"Also… why are you here when you are supposed to be on duty? Doesn't it mean you are evading your duty as a night guard?"

Tobi said as he stared at her silently, talking to the valkyrie was already akin to torture, which made the valkyrie lower her head in a bit of anger and embarrassment as she couldn't rebuke him on what he said.

At this moment, she slowly realized that unlike her who was using the luxury of staying with the employer, Tobi was indeed doing his work.

"But... That's different! I'm a lady." The valkyrie said stomping her foot, "Who knew traveling was so difficult on a carriage compared to using a mount? There's grime everywhere, and nowhere to even walk on. It's even harder to find a washroom…"

She said but subconsciously didn't notice she was saying her thoughts out loud in front of Tobi. Even with all this Tobi couldn't help wonder what would be her reaction, if she realizes he was just ten and half years since he already took mental note of her being maybe twenty or if not more, which would mean she was older than him with at least ten years.

Tobi stared at her for a moment before sighing to himself, was this how all grown-up girls acted? This was his actual thought.

"I am tired, I need rest. So please excuse me, young lady." Tobi said keeping his voice neutral as much as he could. He only did it because all it required was for him to speak a bit.

"You sound like you know a lot, don't you?" The valkyrie said out loud like a pout, while she turned and left, finally given up the thoughts to rebuke him even though she was annoyed by those lectures. Tobi only stared at her for a moment, and shrugged his shoulders he couldn't care less since it wasn't his business.

Days slowly went by, and their group slowly crept closer and closer to their destination and also to the region rumored to have ogres tribes around. Though they have been traveling for quite some time, they hadn't met with a single trouble, since their numbers were enough to ward off most threats and those with ulterior intentions.

This also resulted in those playing wolf in sheep clothing being extremely cautious, since they were being watched with vigilance. No matter where they went.

When they came to a pit stop, which would be used to camp, they did it on a flat field. Which numerous mercenaries constructed fine tents and lit up bonfires to lighten up the surrounding. Hot water was being boiled before being poured into pots, with the addition of their rations, some wild vegetables were also used, which a few older mercenaries caught outside the camp environment, and was made into jerky.

Before it was then cooked into a savory stew, that was given to everyone.

The satyr hugged his alcohol pouch while salivating at the soup, occasionally taking a few gulps.

"Everyone's had worked very hard today!"

Black Rose said loud, enough to get the attention of everyone. As she and the valkyrie anomander slowly got off the horse carriage, with the mercenaries of the Ryu Force sitting around the bonfire.

After spending some time together, Tobi had now formed a renew opinion about Black Rose. While she was definitely hiding something, he guesses it was likely because of her state. Since socially and physically she bȧrėly thought of herself to be more better than those mercenaries who were obviously working for their survival.

Though he couldn't tell if she was sincere or just putting up an act, Tobi could still tell it was a case otherwise. Her younger sister seemed to be called Faizah and was well protected by her sister. Since she spent most of her time on the carriage, rarely making contact with anyone and even Tobi had only seen her a few times before.

This was likely due to the case of Black Rose, being aware of the dangers the outside pertains.

After Black Rose had brought the shares of dinner that had just been made back to the carriage, R-B couldn't wait any longer as he drank the soup whole, wiping his face clean before he began to talk about his ancestor and Hercules.

However, on the long cold night, there was actually little time to while away, so everyone appreciated it when there was little space. Hence, the other members approved of it tacitly. The valkyrie especially seemed to be having fun and enjoying the atmosphere, and probably even took the satyr stories to be true.

"Hello. May I know if this is Lady Black Rose's carriage?" At this moment, a person in charge of one of the medium-sized caravans merchant groups walked over.

"What is it? Please tell me!" The valkyrie immediately stood up as she blocked the way. Previously, due to some unknown reasons, there were a few mercenaries who came over while drunk obviously ŀusting over the Valkyrie anomander. But had been kicked out by her, which made her even though she was calm, had become very observant, and on her guard.

The person who had walked and was obviously rejected frowned for a moment, before then putting on a smile, "Well, pardon my manners my lady, but we're already nearing the dangerous regions where the ogres tribes are likely to appear.. Lord Urara told me to come and inform everyone to remain vigilant at night. And to send someone over to patrol the area…"