Jake couldn't help but feel suspicious.
He hesitated for a moment before asking.
"Sir Garrick... with someone as powerful as you, why does the caravan need to recruit so many extra people? Isn't that a bit much?"
At those doubt, Garrick shook his head.
"Good question, kid. But let me ask you this, have you ever traveled to another island?"
Jake shook his head honestly.
"No, I haven't."
Garrick nodded as if he had expected that answer.
"Ah, that's why. Well, to put it simply, this isn't just a simple escort. The journey to Haunfen City requires taking a large merchant ship across the sea, and once you're out on the open water, things change completely."
He gestured with his big hands as he explained.
"Sea monsters are unpredictable. Some are massive and can attack the hull, others swarm in groups. There are also sudden storms and, worst of all, lawless pirates who specifically target rich merchant vessels."
