"Oh my god..."
"This is where..."
"Am I dreaming?"
"Or are we all dreaming?"
"I must have come to a fairy tale world..."
"..."
Looking at the scene in front of me.
Everyone was stunned.
What appeared in front of the members of the expedition team was a valley.
A huge valley surrounded by raging rivers.
In the distance, majestic waterfalls pour down from the towering peaks, causing mist to rise. Under the sunshine of autumn, they form long-lasting rainbows across the valley.
The valley is surrounded by steep cliffs.
A big river rushes down.
Day and night, it surrounds the dreamy valley in the center.
Tower-like buildings with exquisite yet majestic shapes stand continuously.
The white and gold-based building is constructed in a trapezoidal manner, interlocking and extending upwards.
The most traditional and exquisite fantasy style architecture.
It is dotted with a large number of green trees, fountains, gardens and squares.
From a distance, this is definitely a dreamy valley that can only appear in fairy tales.
The castle in the center is the most beautiful hanging garden in the world.
Even though Morgan knew where he was and was prepared, he was still shocked by the sight before him.
From the time he was born until now, the huge valley in front of him has amazed him more than any city building he has seen before.
In my previous life, it was normal to travel around the world because of my career.
Whether it was created in the previous life or not, it was an architectural landscape with exaggerated difficulty that was admired by the whole world.
It is also a natural style that has been carefully carved and is said to be naturally formed.
In his opinion, they are far less than what is in front of him.
At this moment, he knew that this kind of place, which was comparable to the legendary paradise and fairy tale, really existed.
Everyone looked at the scenery in front of them in amazement.
Except for one person.
The moment Thorin Oakenshield saw the scene in front of him clearly, his expression immediately darkened.
As a former minister of the Kingdom under the Mountain, he is now the king of the Turin dwarves.
Although Thorin Oakenshield has never really been here.
But I have heard about this place more than once from books and other people’s mouths.
Think again of what Gandalf said when he had an argument not long ago.
There was also Gandalf’s previous request to lead the way.
Thorin Oakenshield reacted almost instantly.
He was about to open his mouth to settle the score with Gandalf.
But Gandalf was the first to speak.
"The Vale of Imlalis."
"But usually he has another name, do any of you know?"
Gandalf looked at the astonished introductions and asked them with a smile.
Looking away from the breathtaking scenery in the distance, Morgan smiled and said, "Rivendell!"
"Yes, this is Rivendell."
"If there is a safest and most comfortable place on the east coast of the sea in the entire Middle-earth world, it must be here."
Gandalf smiled and continued the introduction.
Thorin Oakenshield finally couldn't bear it anymore and stepped forward to ask: "Is this the plan you have been planning all along?"
"Seek refuge from our enemies?"
Gandalf seemed to have expected Thorin Oakenshield's reaction.
He just shook his head calmly and said: "There are no enemies here, Thorin Oakenshield."
"The only hostility you can find in this valley is the hostility you bring upon yourself."
Gandalf spoke calmly.
Everyone can understand the meaning of the words.
I noticed something strange between the two of them.
The other members of the expedition team immediately became quiet.
It seems that he is aware of the problem with his tone.
Thorin Oakenshield took a deep breath and tried his best to calmly say: "Do you think the elves will bless our adventure?"
"No, they will only try to stop us!"
Gandalf still said calmly: "Of course, they will."
"But we have questions that need answers..."
"Thorin, we haven't figured out the secrets on the map yet."
"You know what this means..."
After Gandalf finished speaking, Thorin Oakenshield fell silent immediately.
Yes, the map of Lonely Mountain hides the secrets leading to the depths of Lonely Mountain, which is the most troublesome problem for him.
Thorin Oakenshield once maliciously speculated: Could it be that Gandalf knew that he was deliberately deceiving himself.
However, when he touched the key that belonged to the hidden cave in Gushan.
Thorin Oakenshield quickly gave up this idea.
Sensing Thorin Oakenshield's silence, Gandalf struck while the iron was hot and continued:
"Thorin, we have no food, no horses, we have nothing. Bofur is still injured, and there are orcs outside..."
"If we don't come here, where can we go?"
"If we want to be successful, we need to use some strategies."
"Respect, and charm."
"You don't need to do anything else, just let me handle the communication..."
After hearing what Gandalf said.
Thorin Oakenshield was silent for a long time, and finally said two words helplessly: "Okay."
Thorin Oakenshield finally compromised.
Although he was unwilling to compromise.
But Gandalf was right.
The expedition had lost its temporary camp before.
At this time, there was no food, no horses, and there were a large number of orcs outside. Bombop Bofur was injured, and the team also needed a good rest.
And most importantly, the secrets of the map need to be unlocked.
Thorin Oakenshield couldn't think of any other way besides accepting Gandalf's method.
Like Gandalf just said, sometimes it takes some strategy.
The stakes of this adventure are too high to be lost, even if it means aiding the enemy elves.
As long as it's successful, it's worth it.
After Thorin Oakenshield firmed up his inner thoughts.
Then look at the beautiful river valley in the distance that countless people have marveled at.
It feels really pleasing to the eye.
The expedition continued on its way.
It was Gandalf who led the team.
Morgan followed Gandalf.
Bilbo followed Morgan.
For Bilbo.
Among the entire expedition team, apart from having a better relationship with Gandalf, there is also the human Morgan.
Although a group of dwarves treated him fairly normally, Bilbo felt clearly the ridicule and ridicule that appeared in their words from time to time.
Bilbo also knew that it was entirely because of Gandalf that the dwarves agreed to let him join the team.
The protection along the way was also because of Gandalf.
Bilbo's mind was clear.
Although he is looked down upon by the dwarves, he will be very angry in his heart.
But Bilbo wanted to prove himself even more.
Like Gandalf said in his Bag End in Hobbiton.
Not only did he want to prove that he was no worse than his grandfather and grandfather, but he also wanted to prove to Gandalf, who was optimistic about him and believed in him, that his vision was correct.
Therefore, Bilbo, a new adventurer, will be frightened by the wild boar from the beginning.
By the time the expedition was overtaken by orcs in the forest, he had dared to pick up a short sword and fight the orcs.
This is a big improvement.
It was just that the situation was critical at the time and no one noticed.
I want to talk about the expedition team.
Besides Gandalf, the person Bilbo most wanted to be friends with was, of course, Morgan.
It’s because of Gandalf’s instructions.
The same goes for Morgan's character.
Because he had never seen a hint of contempt, ridicule or ridicule in Morgan's mouth or eyes.
Therefore, Bilbo is willing to approach Morgan.
"Morgan, listen to what you just said, have you been here before?"
Bilbo asked casually as he quickened his pace to keep pace with Morgan.
