Chapter 551 Tourt Oasis and Ares Church
After crossing the vast desert, we finally saw a vast and vibrant oasis, which was like a bright pearl embedded in the long embrace of yellow sand.
Rows of towering poplar trees stand proudly on the edge of the oasis. They are like loyal guards, using their thick branches and leaves to densely cover the raging wind and sand, building an indestructible green barrier for this pure land.
Within the oasis, the scene is full of flowers and full of vitality. Countless carefully dug ditches criss-cross the land like silver ribbons. They happily flow with crystal-clear water, nourishing the lush farmland on both sides.
Businessmen from all over the desert came to this hot land in an endless stream.
They rode camels or drove horses, loaded with all kinds of goods, from distant lands.
This oasis became an excellent place for them to exchange goods and exchange culture. There is a dazzling array of products, ranging from precious spices, exquisite handicrafts to daily grain and cloth, making this oasis one of the most prosperous and lively areas in the western desert of Fanor.
This is Tourte Oasis!
It is the core of the southern part of the western desert of Fanor continent.
Although the Felik Oasis and the Tourt Oasis are both large oases, the Felik Oasis was an oasis created by the legendary druid, and its area cannot be compared with the Tourt Oasis.
Although the Tourt Oasis is located in the desert, the Tamu River, which is formed by melting snow from the distant mountains, flows here. Therefore, the environment here is no different from the fertile plains in the eastern part of the mainland, which is almost equivalent to the size of two Luo European peninsulas. area.
Because of the vast area of Turt Oasis, several cities were built in this oasis.
The most famous one is the Holy City of the Church of God of War [Amandu City].
The city that appeared before Bryce's caravan was the city of Respe located in the north of the Tourt Oasis.
Caravans from other areas of the desert basically use this place as their destination.
They will sell the goods they carry here, and at the same time purchase the special products of Tourt Oasis.
Because not far south of Tourt Oasis is the most famous Weihai Bay fishing port in the Western Desert. Merchant ships departing from here can go to other areas of Fanor continent and other continents.
Compared with crossing the Garonne Mountains, it is easier for people in the Western Desert to communicate with other regional trades by sea.
Standing on the road leading to the city of Respe, the bustling flow of people made this place look like an extremely prosperous trading city, rather than a city in the desert.
Bryce arranged for the caravan to rush towards the city of Respe. The hard journey in the past month had made everyone in the caravan exhausted, and they looked at the city of Respe with a little excitement and joy.
Duke, who was following the caravan, also changed his appearance. He was tanned a lot and looked much calmer.
Li Si and Taiya have not changed much. During this period, the two of them were together every day and enjoyed a rare vacation.
Bryce looked at Lis and said:
"Your Excellency Li Si, Respe City has arrived."
"Are you with us?"
Bryce just came over for a routine inquiry. The destination of their caravan was here.
Li Si also said before that he would leave the caravan when he arrived at the Turt Oasis.
"No, I'll just leave."
Li Si waved his hand, jumped off the camel first, and then caught Taiya who jumped off.
"This is our thanks."
Bryce handed Lis a small box containing gold coins and gems.
He had previously promised to give half of the caravan's goods to Li Si as a thank you, but he could not let Li Si wait for them to slowly sell the goods.
Bryce simply collected all the remaining gold coins and gems in the caravan, and their values were about the same.
Although he understood that these belongings might be nothing to Lis, Bryce did not intend to fool him.
Keep it as a favor, in case something else troubles Li Si in the future?
Seeing this, Li Si put it into the storage ring without paying attention. He nodded to Bryce and then said to Duke:
"Keep working hard. Your talent is quite good. If you have a chance in the future, you can go to the Fes Kingdom in the east of the mainland to find me."
"Yes, teacher."
A smile appeared on Duke's face, he nodded repeatedly and said.
It turns out that Teacher Li Si is from the eastern part of the mainland?
No wonder he is so powerful, but he has never heard of the teacher's name before.
After explaining, Li Si took Taya towards Respe City.
The history of Tourte Oasis and the city of Respe is quite long.
The sun penetrates the sparse clouds and shines on this ancient and mysterious city, coating every stone road and every mottled city wall with a layer of golden brilliance. Time has left a deep imprint here. But it also gives it endless stories and charm.
The outline of the city is particularly distinct against the desert. The ancient city walls are made of huge stones. They have survived wind and sand erosion and still stand. They have witnessed the rise and fall of the city of Respe for thousands of years.
At the city gate, stone pillars carved with complex patterns tell of the glory of the past, as if they are a portal to another time and space, leading travelers to explore the depths of the city's history.
When Li Si and Taya walked into the city, the first thing they saw was the bustling and lively market. This is the heart of the city of Respe and a melting pot of various cultures and commodities in the desert.
The market is crowded with stalls of all kinds, ranging from fresh fruits and vegetables, hand-woven carpets, to exquisite pottery and sparkling jewelry.
The shouts of vendors come and go, mixed with the bargaining sounds and laughter of customers, forming a vivid symphony of life.
Particularly eye-catching are the unique products from distant continents, such as rare furs from the northern ice fields, which glow with a faint blue light and are as warm as jade to the touch; there are exotic spices from the Southern Elf Forest, which exude an alluring aroma. It makes people feel like they are in a foreign country for an instant.
These goods not only demonstrate the importance of the city of Respe as a trade hub, but also make it a holy place for explorers and traveling traders.
In the corner of the market, you can occasionally see a few old people wearing traditional clothes. They are sitting or standing, playing ancient musical instruments in their hands, and the melodious melodies float in the wind, adding a bit more to this busy city. Tranquility and peace.
Li Si and Taya strolled around casually and headed towards their destination.
In his previous life, Li Si wandered in the Western Desert for a long time, so he was naturally not surprised by this kind of scene.
The same goes for Taiya. She might have been a little excited at first, but then she became familiar with it and became less curious.
After casually buying some kebabs of sand lizard meat and camel meat and feeding them to each other, Li Si and Taya walked towards the Church of the God of War.
Although the holy city of Amandou of the Church of the God of War is in the Tourt Oasis, it does not mean that other cities in the Tourt Oasis have nothing to do with the Church of the God of War.
These cities are all under the control of the Church of the God of War, and there are churches of the Church of the God of War in each city. Similarly, the Tourt Oasis is also under the protection of the Church of God of War. Anyone who wants to cause chaos here will be attacked by the Church of God of War.
Not long after, a magnificent and tall church appeared in front of Li Si and Tai Ya.
Located in the heart of the city of Respey, the Church of the God of Mars is like a towering monument, standing proudly amidst the bustling and hustle and bustle of the city, but it is a solemn and quiet world of its own.
The overall building of the church is constructed of cold and hard stone. The towering spire seems to pierce the sky. Its lines are sharp and decisive, without a trace of redundancy, exuding an indescribable atmosphere of chilling and iron-bloodedness, as if every Every brick and tile carries the will and glory of the God of War.
The exterior walls of the church have been carved with mottled traces over time, but these traces, far from detracting from its majesty, actually add a sense of historical heaviness.
The huge oak door is inlaid with complex metal decorations, and the armor-like patterns shine in the sunlight, as if guarding the last line of defense leading to the sacred temple.
The people who come in and out of this church, in addition to the ordinary believers in simple clothes and pious faces, are more of the extraordinary professionals with extraordinary momentum and sharp eyes, exuding a somewhat ferocious and bloodthirsty atmosphere.
This is also the habit of God of War believers. Before they go out on adventures, they will come to the Church of God of War to pray to God of War, hoping that everything will go well in the upcoming battle.
They do not pray to avoid fighting, which goes against the teachings of the Church of the God of War.
Li Si ate the camel meat in three mouthfuls. The hump meat was actually very greasy, but it also had a unique flavor due to the large amount of spices and the strong fire.
When they brought Taiya into the church, no one blocked Li Si from entering, and no one came forward to ask Li Si to donate his property.
The moment you step into the Church of the God of War, you feel as if you have crossed the boundaries of time and space and arrived at a sacred place that is both solemn and slightly solemn.
There is a faint iron smell unique to battlefields in the air. This smell seems to carry the bravery and sacrifice of countless soldiers, making people involuntarily immersed in a tragic and high-spirited atmosphere.
The interior of the church is tall and spacious, and the dome reaches into the clouds, as if it is sending the prayers of believers directly to the ears of the God of War.
Sunlight shines through the stained glass windows, which are painted with magnificent pictures of the God of War conquering all directions. The colorful rays of light interweave on the ground to form a symphony of light and shadow, adding a bit of mystery and fantasy to the entire church.
The most eye-catching thing is the huge statue of the God of War.
The statue stands in the center of the church, as if it is the patron saint of the entire church.
The God of War is holding a long sword with cold light, and the shield is firmly protected on his chest. His posture is as if he has just walked out of a cruel battlefield.
Full of courage to fight, yet firm to protect. The sunlight shines through the stained glass window and shines right on the statue of the God of War, coating the cold stone with a layer of golden brilliance, making the statue appear more majestic and sublime, as if the God of War himself has descended into the world, overlooking his believers and the land. land.
Various sacrifices and offerings are placed around the statue, including flowers, candles, and weapons and armor left by the warriors. They quietly tell their respect and gratitude to the God of War.
Li Si and Taya walked to the church and stayed for a while.
Li Si shook his head slightly after feeling it, feeling a little regretful in his heart.
No, it still failed to resonate with the power of faith.
The time he absorbed the power of faith in the Cathedral of the Dawn gave Li Si quite good abilities.
The power of faith in the God of War Church in Respe City is not as strong as the Cathedral of the Dawn, and Li Si cannot absorb it.
But Li Si has no regrets, after all, there is still Armandu City waiting for him!
That is the holy city of the Church of the God of War, so there must be no problem.
Thinking about it, Li Si took Taya towards the altar in front of the statue of the God of War.
Several priests from the God of War Church are staying there to accept prayers from believers.
As the two approached, the pastor also noticed Li Si and Taiya.
There is no way, compared to the believers around them, both of them are too unique in appearance and aura.
Where did the strong man come from?
Seeing that there was no piety in the expressions of these two people, but only due respect, the pastor knew that these two people came to the church for other reasons.
The leading priest did not dare to look down upon him and quickly took the initiative to step forward.
"Welcome to the Church of the God of War. What can I do for you?"
"I want to see the Bishop. I have something important to report. I wonder if you can tell me."
Li Si controlled his magic power so that his voice could only be heard by the priest in front of him.
"Okay."
The pastor took a deep look at Li Si, then nodded in agreement, turned around and walked towards the back of the church.
Li Si didn't pay attention to the curious looks from the people around him, but instead looked at the Church of the God of War.
Each divine church believes in different gods, and its doctrines and styles are also completely different.
If the church style of the Church of the Dawn is bright, gentle and pure, then the Church of the God of War prefers an iron-blooded style of killing and fighting, and does not shy away from the arrival of death.
In the eyes of God of War believers, the battlefield may be their best destination.
Without making Li Si wait too long, the priest returned and led Li Si and Taya to the lounge at the back of the church.
As soon as Li Si entered the door, he saw an extremely sturdy old man wearing a black robe sitting on the chair facing the door.
Thin clothes could not hide the bulging strong body. The bishop of the God of War Church looked more like a powerful warrior than a priest.
"Your Excellencies, what do you want from me?"
Bishop Lionel Martin was shocked when he saw Li Si and Taiya for the first time.
Very strong, stronger than him!
And two people appeared at once!
The special perception given by the God of War made Lionel understand the power of Li Si and Taiya. Although this did not make him afraid, it also made the bishop's attitude more serious.
"Nothing, just bringing someone here."
Li Si looked at the old man in front of him and casually threw Faith, who was still unconscious, into the open space in front of him.
Lionel was stunned and stood up instantly, with a look of surprise on his face.
"This is Faith Martin?"
(End of chapter)