Traveling through The Elder Scrolls: Skyrim

On the 202rd of the Mid-Year Month in the Year 3 of the Fourth Era, we arrived at Whiterun. The weather in Skyrim in June is the most pleasant, neither too hot nor too cold, and the breeze of early summer brings the refreshing fragrance of flowers and plants. The crops have been planted, and the farmers are working hard to weed and drive away insects, looking forward to the harvest in a few months. The drizzle hits us, washing away the dust and fatigue, but it can't wash away Helgi's bad mood. The little girl is still angry with me, and I am in no mood to comfort her.

After leaving Loristed, Sebastian's pass was no longer useful, and my baron status was more useful. With so many people coming and going along the way, I was finally able to stand up straight and speak loudly again. The carriage could not enter the city, so it was left in the stables and looked after by Hayou, who was also unable to enter the city. Because of Moira's failed attack attempt, I didn't dare let Aigis take the Kalan couple to Falkreath from the direction of the Sun Garden Fortress. What if the crow witch got frustrated and wanted to take it out on passers-by? Wouldn't that be sending a sheep into the tiger's mouth? We arrived at Whiterun together, and the three of us set out from here, passing through Riverwood Town and heading south to Helgen Town. This road is full of more rational humans, which is more appropriate.

Every day, Hayu would tell Agis about the precautions for traveling. The little cat girl listened with great interest at first, but in the end she was so bored that she simply folded her ears and pretended to be deaf. How could her cousin spoil her? So he strictly followed the literal "instructions". The brother and sister played and quarreled all the way, and almost forgot about Helgi who was hiding in the corner of the carriage.

Sebastian was also in no mood to pay attention to Helgi. The old man leaned on his cane, looked at the dilapidated walls of Whiterun, sighed heavily, and then began to urge us to go to Yuevaska as soon as possible. At the Ice Fruit Inn, I didn't pay much attention to the conversation between Leah and him, but from his reaction afterwards, Madeline's condition did not improve, and may even have worsened. Her physical injuries are incurable. If I delay taking this heart medicine, I'm afraid old Lot will kill me. Human life is at stake, so I naturally dare not delay.

"Lord Locke!"

Soon after entering the city, I met an old friend. This familiar greeting awakened the fatigue brought by the two months of fear and treading on thin ice. My legs softened and I almost sat on the ground. It was not until this moment that I was really sure that I was safe. Lydia took two quick steps and came forward to support me. Her black eyes lightly scanned the people walking with her. After more than ten seconds, she nodded slightly, which was considered a greeting to Sebastian and Helgi.

"My Lord, did not bring the cat in?"

I rubbed my forehead and forced a smile.

"No, he was outside the city watching the carriages. Is your arm all right?"

"I'm still a little tired. Mr. Yilandul said that I can do some work that requires strength and recover faster. Master Danger asked me to wait for him here, so I helped Adrian with the ironwork. Master is not feeling well and should rest first."

The dizziness faded, and I looked at her carefully. Lydia was not wearing military uniform, but a simple linen suit and a blacksmith's leather apron. Her black hair had grown a lot longer, tied into a high ponytail at the back of her head. Fine beads of sweat slid down her temples and gently brushed across her angular cheeks. However, her two plump lips were tightly pursed, and her face was covered with a layer of frost. It was obvious that she was in a very unhappy mood. I guess it was because of my dizziness that she misunderstood that Hayou did not fulfill his duties, so she wanted to find him to blame.

"I'm fine, I just felt a little tired on the way. Now that I'm relaxed, I feel uncomfortable. Lord Danger asked you to find me, but what's the urgent matter? Can you wait until I finish my business in Yuevaska?"

"I will go with you, my Lord."

I smiled and waved my hand. Lydia had a bad impression of the comrades, and had even fainted at the hands of Eric. I didn't want to bring her into trouble.

"No need. You wait for me here, and if it gets late, we'll meet at the Banner Mare Inn."

Lydia bowed slightly and watched us leave. Although we soon merged into the bustling crowd of Whiterun, we could still feel Lydia's scorching gaze. Sebastian stopped urging me, and Helgi also put away his temper and followed me carefully, as if he was afraid that I would faint again.

In front of Yuevaska's door, Eric and Angie stood side by side, and when they saw me, they hurried over to me.

"My good brother, you're back! After we finish our work here, let's go back to Helgen together, call Lund, and have a good drink. Bring out all your specialties!"

After the bear hug, Eric, who was in high spirits, held my shoulders and shook me. Angie smiled slightly, saluted Sebastian, and led everyone into the room. After meeting us in Loristed Town, Junior Sister Lia rushed back to Whiterun overnight to inform the Companions of the coming of Old Lot. The prophet Krako personally received Madeline's father, and all the members of the circle also arrived. After a brief greeting, we came to the Warrior's House under Yuevaska. This is the resting place for all the Companions. As a senior member, Scoyue has a separate room. After Madeline married him, they lived together.

I really couldn't connect the pale, emaciated, and living dead woman in front of me with the agile Green Axe Wolf Girl who fought Eric on equal terms in my memory. Madeline sat quietly on the bed, holding her empty left sleeve with her right hand. Her eyes were dull, and even though our group of people made quite a noise, she didn't show any reaction.

When Sebastian saw his daughter, tears started to flow. The old man pushed everyone away, took Madeline's empty sleeve, and the father and daughter hugged each other and cried bitterly. Krako sent Farkas to prepare the food for the reception, and raised his hand to let me into the house. He was a little embarrassed in the current situation. After all, the other person's daughter was so seriously injured by his hands, so he had to call me to ease the atmosphere. Barbas saw the huge battle axe leaning against the wall, stopped immediately, and lay down obediently by the door. Helgi sat next to it, keeping a distance of half a room between me.

Sebastian felt sorry for his daughter and complained about Skoyue's reckless behavior. For so many years, he had been resentful, but he had no place to vent. Now that he finally found the creditor, he started to talk nonstop. Some of his words were quite harsh to me as an outsider. Not to mention that Skoyue was already dead, even if he was alive and well and was scolded to death by you, it would not change what had already happened, so why bother? Fortunately, Farkas, who had the hottest temper, was sent away by Krako, otherwise there would be a fight.

"I'm going to see what Farcas is doing!"

Huntress Ella had a good relationship with Scoyue, and she couldn't stand it any longer, so she found an excuse and slammed the door and left. This further aroused old Lot's anger, and he became more and more impolite, even asking about Scoyue's parents. Wilkas wanted to argue, but was stopped by Krako. The little color that had just returned to Madeline's face faded again, and she shook her head and shook off Sebastian's hand.

"Stop talking! Father, stop talking! It's all my fault! I apologize to you, okay?"

She suddenly jumped up and rushed towards the blade of the Axe of Regret.

Something unexpected happened. Even though everyone present except me was an expert, no one could stop Madeline's full-strength leap at such a close distance. A thunderbolt pierced through the entire room, knocking over the small oil lamp, and the room suddenly fell into darkness. After a loud bang, the smell of blood rushed into my nose.

Oops!

"Madeline!"

Old Lot's wailing was drowned out by the sound of a chair falling over. I wanted to stand up with everyone else, but I felt a sharp pain in my left leg and I couldn't use any strength at all. With a puff, a small ball of light lit up by the door. It was Helgi. The little girl held the Flame Tongue spell in her hand and illuminated a small area around her. Her delicate voice was obviously trembling, swaying like the flame in her hand.

"Everyone please don't move. I'll light the lamp."

Helgi carefully walked around the debris at his feet, fumbled to pick up the lamp, and lit it with the flame in his hand. Most of the lamp oil had been spilled, and the tiny light was dying, as if it would dissipate into the air at any time. The moment the light came on, Wilkas jumped out of the room, and Sebastian rushed over and hugged Madeline.

"Silly child! Why are you degrading yourself like this?"

"Are you going to kill her? Can you be gentler?"

Helgi scolded Old Lot, and Krako stepped forward to check Madeline's breath, then heaved a sigh of relief. The three of them lifted Madeline up and gently placed her on the bed. There were noisy footsteps outside the door, and Ella rushed in and grabbed Sebastian's wrist. The female hunter stared at Old Lot's face, biting her back teeth tightly, trying to suppress her boiling blood.

"Are you satisfied now?"

"Ella, stop it! Madeline is fine for now. Go get Danica. Tilma and Leah stay, everyone else, get out!"

Krako's tone left no room for doubt. Ella shook off Sebastian, pushed everyone aside and ran out. Although others made way for her, they still crowded at the door and looked inside. The prophet of the comrades sighed and walked out the door.

"Wilkas, Eric, Angie, the three of you go to my room and wait. Farkas, take the others upstairs and do what you need to do. It's ridiculous for you to just block us here!"

As everyone dispersed, Krako returned to my side.

"How is it, kid? Can you walk?"

I stood up with the help of a chair, and I felt that my left leg had regained some feeling. Sebastian handed me his crutches, and he leaned on the Axe of Regret that had fallen to the ground. Helgi came forward to support my arm and whispered an apology. Krako led us to his room, and Eric and Angie quickly bandaged me. After a busy time, everyone sat down, and Krako told us what happened in the room just now. Although he didn't have time to respond, he saw what happened next clearly, unlike me, who still doesn't understand how I was injured.

When Madeline jumped up, Sebastian was the closest to her, and I was the closest to the Axe of Regret, but neither of us could react and sat there in a daze. Wilkas leaned against the wall facing the Axe of Regret. He was already dissatisfied with Old Lot's words, so he glanced absentmindedly at the door. When he came to his senses, it was too late. Krako was sitting in the corner, not only far away, but also with Wilkas between them. He only had time to stand up, and Madeline was already in mid-air.

This woman was determined to die, and she aimed her head at the axe blade. If she hit it, she would definitely be chopped off on the spot. Helgi, who was sitting by the door, threw out the lightning spell almost at the same time as Madeline jumped. Even if the Green Axe Wolf Girl was at her peak, she could not reach the speed of light. The little girl's magic was launched later but arrived first, and the Axe of Regret was rotated 90 degrees. Madeline used all her strength to hit the axe, and a big bump appeared on her head, and she fainted. The big axe was hit by Helgi's magic, and it was knocked over by Madeline. This not only knocked over the oil lamp on the table, but also cut a gash on my left leg.

Everything happened in a flash, so much so that I didn't even realize that the bloody smell was from my injury. The Axe of Regret had the property of consuming the enemy's stamina, not to mention that I was cut. When I tried to stand up, I realized that my left leg was completely useless.

After listening to Krako's recap, the comrades and Sebastian all saluted Helgi to express their gratitude. The little girl blushed and spun around to return the salute, but she still complained that old Lotte was too harsh.

"Sister Madeline's husband has passed away, and you still say such harsh words. Isn't this pushing her to the edge of despair?"

After what happened just now, Sebastian himself was also very scared. At this moment, he could only hold Helgi's hand and thank him non-stop. The comrades had long been tired of listening, but because of their status, they could not say anything. Now they all showed their approval and gratitude to each other. Ella and Danica also came at this time, saying that Madeline had woken up, but her expression was dazed. Danica thought her condition was relatively stable, but it would be best not to stimulate her again.

Krako, who had been extremely calm and steady just now, now had a shaky expression on his face. After seeing Danica off, he asked everyone to take a seat, and then he told Sebastian about his concerns.

"Mr. Lotte, on behalf of the Companions, I apologize to you for such a serious incident. Please believe that we have always regarded Madeleine as our own sister and never intentionally put her in danger. Please rest assured that the Companions will never abandon any member. What worries me is that Madeleine has lost the will to live after this incident. I originally hoped that after seeing you, she would be encouraged by family affection, but..."

After hearing this, Old Lotte became even more flustered. He held his head with both hands and his lips trembled.

"What should I do? What should I do?"

He looked helplessly at the people in the room. But whether it was the comrades, or Helgi and I, if they had a way, would they have asked me to travel thousands of miles to Hafingar and risk being captured by the Imperial Army to invite him? But he cut off his daughter's last ray of hope, just for his own pathetic self-esteem!

Old Lot's wandering gaze finally stopped on the Axe of Regret.