Reborn as Demon Sorcerer

RADS 154. Dark Path

Sam and Lyra, despite their wariness, accepted Barnabas's offer. They spent more time with the caravan, observing and assisting the members. The initial suspicion began to wane as they saw firsthand the camaraderie and genuine concern Barnabas had for his people.

One evening, Barnabas shared his story with Sam and Lyra around the campfire. "I know what it's like to be an orphan," he said, his eyes reflecting the flickering flames. "I was lucky enough to be taken in by kind souls who gave me a chance. Now, I try to do the same for others."

Sam began to understood him better. Barnabas himself, a former orphan, had a personal stake in helping those in need. He revealed that half of his caravan consisted of orphans or impoverished individuals whom he had given a chance for a better future.

Sam listened intently, still cautious but slowly finding a sense of trust in the merchant lord. "It's a noble cause, Barnabas. I’ll help this cause. But we have to stay vigilant. The church won't stop h