Changji squatted on the deck with his knees in his arms. He looked at his toes blankly, "Why is there a war?"
If there had been no war, Baying Island would be fine, the village would be fine, and everyone would be fine too.
But because of the war, the village is now empty.
Neither Jiang Bai nor Wu Teng spoke.
Why is there a war? How to end this war?
Perhaps only gods can answer this question for them.
Because of the destruction of town property, Changji had some resistance and disgust towards Kaiji Island, but if he wanted to find his mother, then Kaiji Island was the place he had to go.
Muto sent Ebai and Choji to a position about three or four nautical miles away from Kaiji Island. From this position, the defenders patrolling on the coast could be vaguely seen, but they were not too close.
Jiang Bai and Changci changed to the boat and started rowing manually.
As we get closer to Haiji Island, the scene of Haiji Island becomes clearer.
Compared to Haji Island, where dark clouds prevent the sun from reaching the sky, Kaiji Island, where the sun shines brightly and exudes a dreamy atmosphere, is simply a paradise on earth.
Changci's heart was indescribably complicated.
The war between these two parties caused a terrible situation in Ba Ling Island. The people in the village were almost wiped out, but Hai Zhi Island was still fine, as if it was not affected at all.
"Although it was a town destroyed by people from Haiji Island, we have no evidence, and they don't admit it. When you get to the island, don't speak if you don't want to, and don't show your disgust and hatred for Haiji Island. hatred"
Jiang Bai gave a long instruction.
Although this child is smart, he still needs to be reminded.
"Well, I know, I won't act out of emotion." Changci nodded, he could distinguish the importance.
The two rowed toward the shore. Jiang Bai quietly used the wind element to speed up. He did not intend to reveal that he could use two elements yet, so as not to attract unnecessary attention.
The boat quickly docked, and their Haizhi Island defenders, who had long been seen, were waiting with spears in hand.
"Stop the ship!" The defender pointed his spear at them, "Where are you from, and what are you doing in Haiji Island?"
Of course, Jiang Bai couldn't directly explain his purpose. He let go of the oar and signaled that he was not in danger.
"We can no longer live on Bayeng Island, so we came to Kaiji Island. This is my brother Changji."
"So you're here to join us. Welcome!" Upon hearing this, several patrol soldiers put away their spears and their expressions suddenly became friendly.
They took in many people who fled to Kaiji Island because of the Eye Hunting Order, and a considerable part of Kaiji Island's resistance force were these people.
Jiang Bai brought a child with him, so it was obviously impossible for him to be an undercover agent sent by the shogunate.
Because of the war, Haiji Island is now severely understaffed. They are so welcoming to people who bring their families to Haiji Island!
"This is Dajing, I'll take you to the temporary camp."
A young-looking soldier stood up. He looked only seventeen or eighteen years old, but he had already become a soldier.
He performed a simple sergeant's courtesy and said to the two people who got off the boat: "Hello, welcome to Haiji Island, please follow me."
Jiang Bai could tell that this young man had obviously entered the army not long ago. Although he was holding a spear in his hand, it was more like holding a fire stick.
He followed the young man named Oi forward, and Choji followed step by step.
"This is my first time coming to Haiji Island. It's much better here than Ba Ling Island!" Jiang Bai said as if he was sighing as he walked.
"It never stops raining on the island, and there are thunderstorms from time to time. After the evil spirits are rampant, the island becomes more and more depressed. Now there is no one in Feimu Village."
"It's all because of those bastards of the shogunate army who can even do things like destroy town property!" Oi cursed, with undisguised disgust and contempt on his face.
Seeing his gesture, Changji wanted to say something, but in the end he held back, closing his mouth and remaining silent.
Jiang Bai could see that this young man really believed that the town object was destroyed by the shogunate army.
After all, everyone knows that it is impossible to do such dirty work as destroying town property. Only a few people know about it, and the vast majority of people, like the uninformed patrol soldier, do not know the truth.
Jiang Bai didn't mean to point it out. He had just arrived in someone else's territory and didn't understand anything yet. It was best not to do such desperate things as inciting hatred.
Jiang Bai then scolded the shogunate a few times, and then turned to ask about Oijing.
"Is the current war situation so tense? I think you are still young. Why did you join the army?"
"The current war situation is not bad. I am still a patrol officer on the island. Mr. Coral Palace won't let us go to the front line."
There was no lack of yearning for the front line in Ojing's words. Young people are eager to fight on the battlefield and make contributions when their blood is high.
"It's a good thing not to go to the front line. The front line is too dangerous. If you don't pay attention, you will lose your life."
"Everyone knows the danger, but we can't stay in the rear just because of the danger. Once I pass the test, I will go to the front line!"
Listening to the two chatting, Changci finally couldn't hold back and asked his own question.
"Why are we fighting? If we didn't fight, there would be no danger, and the village wouldn't be like that."
Ooi glanced at the confused and sad Choji, and said matter-of-factly: "Of course it's because of the Eye Hunting Order! We need to correct General Raiden's wrong decision and let him lift the Eye Hunting Order!"
Hearing this, Jiang Bai raised his eyebrows slightly and said in a puzzled tone: "But, there are not many people with the Eye of God, and the Eye Hunting Order should not affect your normal life, right?"
In order to lift the Eye Hunting Order, it is just a high-sounding excuse for this war. Just like the ancient rebellion wanted to use the banner of "Qingjun Side", Kaijijima's appeal is definitely not the Eye Hunting Order.
"This" Ojing scratched his head. He was uncultured and couldn't explain why.
"That's what everyone said, and since General Raiden killed Orochi, I've long been unhappy with them."
Jiang Bai twitched the corner of his mouth for this young man who didn't have any intentions and always spoke the truth.
As a soldier among them, he didn't even know what the real meaning of war was. He was just making noise about the war because of some inconsequential disputes of temper. He really didn't know what to say.
Even Changji felt that such a reason was too far-fetched and ridiculous, and he even felt a lot of disgust towards this young soldier who was keen on fighting.
He lowered his head, biting his lips and not showing these emotions.
It would be ridiculous if the village was tormented by evil spirits just because of this eye-hunting order, which was insignificant to them ordinary people.
Ooi didn't notice Changji's strange mood. He looked at the camp in front of him and said, "Okay, the camp is here. You can rest inside first."
(End of chapter)
