Chapter 42: The City of Knowledge
rushed to Amir, found the village chief and reported the letter, and Liu Zheng continued to rush to Bozhi City.
The rest of the journey was fairly stormy, and only encountered a few small groups of enemies, such as bandits, unscrupulous thugs, and the like.
The most dangerous thing is to encounter a team of rogue adventurers, an expedition hero and a few hired knights.
If it weren't for Liu Zheng's horse, he would have almost overturned.
In the end, the griffon's butt was shot with an arrow, but fortunately it landed on the spare shield, causing only a small skin wound.
This wave of experience also made Liu Zheng upgrade by level 1, he thought about it, added another point of intelligence, got 1 extra skill point, and then ordered level 2 riding.
In this way, his riding skills have reached level 7, and his agility and speed have improved dramatically.
By the way, the skill effects given by the "Secret Keeper" are a little different from those in the Riding and Slashing game, for example, the shield defense skill is no longer necessary to use a high-level shield, but uses the shield more flexibly, and uses magic to enhance durability and defense.
It has a certain use, but it does not play a decisive role, so Liu Zheng has no point.
His improved riding skills allowed him to arrive at Boshi City earlier than expected, with one day to go before the Pande Athletic Convention.
Situated on the banks of the Great River Allen, the city of Commonwealth is the central point of the Bacchus Empire.
With the dual advantages of water and land transportation, the prosperity of Bozhi City can be imagined.
Therefore, the venue for this all-pande athletic conference was chosen here.
Rushing and fighting continuously made Liu Zheng a little tired.
After finding a passerby and asking for the address, Liu Zheng rode a horse to the River Wind Tavern.
This is one of the largest taverns and hotels in Boshi City, which can accommodate up to 200 people at a time.
On weekdays, the lobby of the tavern is spacious and comfortable.
Unfortunately, the event attracted almost all of Pande's people, and the entire tavern was stuffed to the brim.
"What do you want for wine and food? Say it. "The maid was too busy to be gentle.
"A barrel of freshly brewed wine, a large portion of goulash with potatoes and some more basil leaves. One more superior room. Liu Zheng didn't think it was wrong.
"There are no rooms left, they are all full. You ordered the best order, and now the price has doubled. Maybe it was because of Liu Zheng's appearance, and the maid kindly reminded her.
"Thanks for the reminder, just press this." Liu Zheng smiled at her.
The maid turned and left, and it was not long before she brought the wine and food.
Liu Zheng frowned and took a sip of wine, he didn't actually like to drink, but he didn't dare to drink juice either, because Pande didn't have the habit of boiling water.
Although the water quality in Pande is much stronger than in the real Middle Ages due to its vast and sparsely populated area, the taste of raw water is just as unpalatable.
The people of Pande feel the same way, so they are also used to substituting wine for water.
The beef was well stewed, with plenty of juice, and with the fragrant basil leaves, he finally had a decent meal.
He just wants to have a good meal, but in addition to yellow jokes, the most important thing in the tavern is people who love to find trouble.
"Friend, I don't think you can finish this bucket alone, you shouldn't mind sharing it with me." A strong, shirtless red-haired man grabbed the barrel with his hairy hands and was about to pour it into his glass.
Liu Zheng didn't raise his eyes, and held the wine barrel with his free hand.
The strong man's hands tried to twitch hard, but he couldn't do anything when the green tendons burst out.
"If you don't disappear in front of my eyes in three seconds, I'll leave you in bed for three months." Liu Zheng said calmly.
The two quickly attracted the attention of the people in the tavern, and a drinker from the Raven Realm recognized Liu Zheng.
"Ah, it's him, the strongest gladiator in Harbor Changge, the one who plundered the Vanderskere, Wallace the 'Swift Wolf'."
Some people who had also heard of Liu Zheng's reputation also began to discuss, and the discussion reached the ears of the strong man.
He has the heart to let go, but he can't get over face.
In front of everyone's eyes, his face was red, and he reached out to touch the dagger in his arms.
Liu Zheng smiled disdainfully and kicked the strong man's knee across the table.
The strong man screamed miserably, fell to his knees, clutched his knees and wailed.
The knee was bruised and swollen, and it should have been fractured.
Liu Zheng ignored it and continued to eat.
Two men who were supposed to be the companions of the strong man came over, picked him up, and walked out of the tavern.
Before going out, he cast a hateful gaze at Liu Zheng.
Liu Zheng doesn't take it to heart, in Pande, countless hatreds are generated every day, and the theme of this world is killing and hatred.
After eating and drinking, Liu Zheng left the tavern, ready to find a place to stay.
As soon as he went out, a little boy stole a glance at him, then leaned in.
"Sir, are you looking for a place to stay? Come to my house, there is fresh fruit and ale, and the grass and black beans are also the best. ”
The little boy's clothes were a little old, they should have been worn by someone else, but there were no patches, they were very clean, and his little face was white and clean, and it could be seen that his parents doted on him.
"How much is a night?" Liu Zheng asked.
"Only 8 dinars and breakfast included. Usually it's only 5 dinars, but now it's different, you know sir, everyone else has doubled. The little boy shrugged like an adult.
In Pande's world, it is always a pleasure to see such a cute child, and 8 dinars is not too expensive.
"Okay, lead the way." Liu Zheng decided to take care of the business.
"Okay!"
The little boy happily replied, and then jumped up and down to lead him in the direction of home.
"Sir, are you here for the competition?" The little boy asked as he walked.
"Oh? Why didn't I come to see the game? Liu Zheng teased him.
"I peeked at the door just now, you kicked that uncle with one kick, and their companions didn't dare to do anything with you, you must be a very powerful warrior." The boy replied.
"Generally, Pande is third." Liu Zheng was rarely modest.
"Who are the first and second ones?" The little boy wondered.
"The two lords of Noldor." Liu Zheng is serious.
The little boy rolled his eyes, Bozhi City was not too far from the Noldor Forest, of course he knew the legendary Noldor Elf, Liu Zheng's words meant that he was already the strongest in all human beings.
"If you can win the championship, I'll ask Dad to make his treasured ham for you to eat."
"And then advertise me, right?"
"Hehe, just as advertising money." The little boy smiled sheepishly.
When I arrived at the boy's house, it was a two-story building, the second floor was converted into a hotel, and the first floor was a self-living house, a kitchen, and a stable.
The boy's parents graciously arranged a room for him and brought him fruit and ale.
I went to the public bathroom to take a shower, and when I returned to my room, Liu Zheng fell asleep deeply.