Chapter Forty-Five: The Stonemasons of War
The visitors were dressed strangely, some with hammers and axes, and were covered in dirt like a craftsman, some were dressed in battle armor and looked like brave warriors, and some were hidden in the darkness, and occasionally showed a trace.
The leader was a woman in a black robe with a solemn expression.
Even if you don't look at the marks of the sword seals on their bodies, you can see from the distribution of their personnel alone, these people should be the secret troops of Noxus, the war stonemasons!
The origin of Noxus is the ancient Noxians.
After the defeat of the powerful tyrant Mordecaesar, the ancient Noxians founded Noxus and faced threats from all sides at the time, so they fought fiercely against all enemies, and eventually became one of the most powerful countries on the continent of Valoran!
It is also because of this history that the Noxians believe that power is everything. In the eyes of outsiders, Noxus is self-respecting, bloody and barbaric. But in reality, Noxus' social structure is actually extraordinarily inclusive.
Regardless of social affiliation, background, homeland, and personal wealth, almost everyone has the opportunity to gain power, status, and respect in Noxus, provided they can demonstrate the necessary abilities.
The War Stonemason is a special unit of Noxus, and every time Noxus wants to invade a place, it will first send War Stonemasons to invade the opponent's territory, constantly conduct infiltration reconnaissance, and pave the way for the arrival of the Noxian army.
However, these war stonemasons did not come to invade Phi City or Zaun, but to consult with the alchemist Sinjid.
Sinjid had already provided a lot of scientific support for Noxus' invasion of Ionia before, and the two sides had only paid for it with one hand and delivered it with the other, simply in exchange for benefits.
The man who came under the protection of the stonemasons during this war was one of the commanders of Noxus, Amystein.
"Honorable alchemist, I need a weapon capable of eradicating all living beings, can you provide it for me?"
As soon as Amystein entered Sinjid's alchemy lab, he asked the question he wanted to ask.
Singid, who was standing beside Gu Bei, thought for a moment and said, "It's rude to ask, is it aimed at Ionia?" โ
Amistan didn't hide it at all, and said directly: "That's right, the war to invade Ionia is not going very well, this nascent land seems loose, but it is extremely tough, and the humans, vastaya, and even animals and plants here are blocking the advance of our army." So, I want you to provide us with a weapon against the Ionian creatures. Will you be able to do it? โ
After saying this, Amystein looked at Singid calmly, because even Emystein himself knew that by doing so, it would mean that Sinjid and the whole of Ionia were enemies! Even a loyal Noxus officer like Amy Stein was a little scared of such a thing.
Unexpectedly, Sinjid just pursed his lips and said, "Not yet, but it can be developed." โ
"How long will it take?"
Sinjid glanced at Gu Bei and said: "Originally, if it was according to my research and development progress, it would take at least half a year, but today my good friend is here, if he is willing, then the progress can be shortened by about half." โ
Amystein glanced at Gu Bei and said to Sinjid: "He will agree, do you still have any questions?" โ
Gu Bei couldn't help but chuckle in his heart when he heard Amistin's words, it seems that if he doesn't agree to Amistin's request, the consequences will be self-evident.
Sinjid said: "What about the pay? โ
"Money will not be an obstacle to your research!"
The very domineering president said this, and Amystein grabbed Gu Bei and left Xinjid's alchemy laboratory.
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"Jack Philos? A side branch of the Philos family, a mid-level life scientist, angered the head of the family by publishing a paper. Am I right? โ
After listening to Amisstein's words, Gu Bei could only nod. This person who knows Jack Philos knows even better.
Seeing Gu Bei nodding, Amystein continued: "However, the intelligence of the empire is obviously flawed, daring to openly provoke the head of the family, and being able to run to Sinjid's laboratory to seek refuge under the assassination of the Philos family, this series of plans is indeed commendable, and it can be regarded as a good way to get out, after all, if you look at this situation, the Philos family is also going to be reshuffled." โ
"But now it's all about you! Your mission now is to help Sinjid research a new weapon as soon as possible! If you make a small move, you're going to die ugly! โ
After saying this, Amystein also glanced at Gu Bei fiercely.
"Now, do you agree with what I said?"
People are under the eaves and have to bow their heads, although the panel of this commander Amystein is not as terrifying as Sinjid, but it is also a master with a D-level rating! Now in this situation, Gu Bei can only nod and say, "Yes, willing." It is an honor to serve the Empire. โ
This demeanor is like a disgusting person's doglegs. However, Emistan was quite satisfied with Gu Bei's attitude, and picked up Gu Bei's face with his slender fingers and said: "Don't worry, the empire will not treat any of its allies badly, if you can really be so obedient, maybe you can stay on the throne of the Phoenix family master for a while." โ
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Gu Bei was very puzzled, what did this girl make up in her brain! In Amystein's eyes, Jack Phoenix is a person with average scientific research ability, but at the same time very ambitious. Now that the head of the Phoenix family, Stevan Philos, is very old, and Jack Philos is stirring up the storm like this, which is nothing more than coveting the position of the head of the family.
Controlling his subordinates with lust is a must for every Noxian commander, and when you fill his desires many times, he will often treat you as a god!
And just when Gu Bei agreed to Amy Stein, the mission system also began to be updated.
"The second link of the promotion mission has been completed."
"Sinjid Opinion +100, Philos Opinion -200, Disgust, Piltover Opinion -100, Slight Disgust, Zuan Opinion +100, Normal Attitude. The third link of the promotion mission is opened. โ
"Promotion Quest Ring 3: Revenge."
"Mission Description: Witness the death of the head of the house, Stevan Philos!"
"Mission Reward: Completion of the promotion mission, promotion to E-level."
"Mission: Alchemy Poison Flame."
"Mission Description: Assist the alchemist Sinjid in the development of the Alchemy Poison Flame."
"Task Reward: Rewards will be distributed according to the specific contribution to Alchemy Poison Flame Research, and every 10% increase in contribution will give you an additional huge reward."