Chapter 37: Dragon and Lion Cliff 9
Siegel drew his dagger back, plunged it back into his waist, and ran over to pick the dwarf up. He looked at Elint's leg with concern. In order to throw the warhammer, the dwarf fell to his knee again, and blood oozed from under the bandage again.
"Oh, don't worry about me, it's just that there's a little blood, it's a common thing. The dwarf said with a smile, his beard shaking: "We are relieved to see that you are intact." What the hell is going on in the cave?"
"I'll go back and tell you, I'll stop the bleeding and bandage your wounds again. Siegel looked around anxiously, startled, and hurriedly asked, "Where's Dio? Why didn't you see him?"
"He went to the watchtower at the bottom of the mountain to carry ammunition, don't worry. Elf Lea walked over and took the last roll of bandages from her belt. "Leave it to me here, you go clean up the battlefield and see what's left. Watch out for the corpses on the ground, they might come alive and attack you, so don't forget to make up for each one. β
Siegel did as he was told, strolling across the battlefield. The tents were destroyed in the explosion, as were the supplies. He found a healing potion from Carlos, just in time to heal the dwarf's wounds. From the center of the explosion, he found a cube that looked exactly like the Rubik's Cube in the cave. It's just that this item is full of cracks and is badly damaged.
A few people can only guess what this thing does, but everyone agrees that this is the key to unlocking the Rubik's Cube building. "The only way to go back to Mora is to look for the Rune Master. Irint said, then he turned to the elves and said, "Maybe you elven wizards have a way?"
"It's a mage, not a wizard. The elf shook his head, then said, "If the dwarves really can't do it, I'll try it." But after all, this is something in your territory, so it's better for you to research it first. β
"Oh, treasure!" said Irint with a wry laugh, and it was just dawn when the sun drove away the darkness and brought warmth and light again, and the triennial moonless night was over.
There was a rattling sound from the dragon and lion cliffs, and the stone statue stood up, shook off the rubble from its body, and then stood up again next to the entrance - they had no idea that the treasure had been taken, and only the gate meant to them.
"By the way, when it comes to treasures, there's actually a part. Siegel pulled out the key and prayed inwardly that the thing would not be damaged. Thankfully, the beam that opens up the space still lights up, forming a box in the air, showing everyone a treasure full of treasures.
"Guardian's beard and warhammer!" the dwarf looked at in surprise, then laughed. The laughter infected the elf and Siegel again, and all three laughed in unison.
When Dio returned with a large bag of weapons, they showed him the treasure one more time. The highlander burst into tears of emotion and thanked Aragami while hugging his companions. He and Siegel then made stretchers out of spears, shields, and ropes, forced the dwarves to lie down in them, and then walked down the hill together.
When the highlanders returned to the watchtower, they lit the wolf smoke there, because by that time there was no need to worry about the enemy finding their whereabouts, and they had to seek reinforcements. They were confronted by the militia who had come to help, and a few Petit Dwarves (Dwarves) were nearby. They have mounts that allow them to transport the wounded faster. Captives trapped here by Siegel
On the way back, the battle group of the Jewel Family also arrived, and their team swelled instantly. Irint took out the gold coins, thanked the militiamen for coming to their aid, and entertained the Petit dwarves with good wine, and then they returned to the top of Mora under the escort of the battle regiment.
The dwarven priest arrives to treat his injuries, but reluctantly announces that Elint has to amputate his limb, otherwise the broken bones may enter the bloodstream and pierce his heart. This incident even alarmed the patriarch of the clan - Tramon - "Giant Buster". He strictly forbade Ellint to leave Mora's Peak again, and in the future, he could only take care of the clan's affairs, forge and educate the younger generations. Elint just raised a glass to wish him good health, and then unceremoniously chased him away.
"Don't want to see my amputated leg here!" explained Elenet.
Several companions stayed in the dwarven house until Elint got up from her hospital bed. His eldest son, Colin Diamond, made him a steel prosthetic leg, so he could already walk with a limp. Elint separates everyone from Leah, Dio, and Siegel.
"Alright, it's the best time, let's divide the money!" The dwarf took out a piece of parchment, prepared a quill, and put his glasses on his nose, and explained them one by oneβmainly to Siegel.
"The discoverers of the treasure are four people, Leah, Bill, Dio and me, so the four of us have a share of the treasure. Bill didn't take part in the operation, so he ended up with less than the others. Then he said Siegel, kid, you joined the team later, so you don't have this share, but you have a share of the task. What do you think?"
"No problem. That's fair. Dio nodded: "It's similar to our tribe dividing prey." β
"But that land and everything on it was given to you by the Jewel Clan, and you should ......take more," Leah could not finish before she could finish her sentence when she was interrupted by the dwarves. "We discussed this last time and I still stand by my opinion," Elint said. That dragon's lair is mine, and that's enough. The treasure must be divided equally among all discoverers. β
"Okay......" Leah could only agree.
"So I roughly calculated that I, Leah, and Dio, were all 22 percent of the half, Bill was 18 percent, and Siegel was 14 percent. There are also the remaining two percent to pay for equipment for several adventures, taxes to the kingdom, and other messes. If it's not enough, I'll settle it, and if it can't be spent, invite me to drink. β
Several people clapped their hands in agreement. Siegel didn't expect that he would be able to get so much of it, but everyone insisted on giving him that share.
"Everyone can take the weapon if they like it, and leave a two-handed sword for Bill, and this one will be dug out of the total number first. There are some unsmelted ores, as well as gems and gold and silver that need to be processed, so the cost of processing will be deducted first, and we will share the net profit. It takes time to monetize items, so I can only give you what you urgently need first, and slowly raise funds or exchange them for what you want. There is no commission, but no interest will be given to you. β
Dio was getting impatient, and he laughed at his wife for not being able to count, but he didn't have any patience for that. Seeing this, Leah whispered in his ear, "This is actually the dwarf educating Siegel, so don't worry." β
"I've given the Rubik's Cube to the Rune Master to see if I can open it. I paid for the runemaster, and then I was given the money from the Rubik's Cube treasure first. Since I don't know if these expenses will produce results, if it is successful, then when it is replenished to me, it will be doubled. This can take a long time, so be patient. The dwarf wrote it again on parchment.
"In the past two days, I have roughly calculated, and the value of the treasure in the key space is about 300,000 gold coins. Of course, it won't be worth that much if it is sold centrally, and I recommend that you take your time. Now there are a few more things to say. β
The dwarf looked at Dio, paused his quill pen, and said slowly, "Dio, do you still have the original idea, do you want to buy food and daily necessities?"
"Yes, and some building materials so that the tribe can live better. Then buy weapons that don't rust easily. The plateauman nodded, then waved his hand: "Anyway, this matter is left to you, and I won't talk about business." β
Erin nodded, then looked at the elf again, "What do you suggest?"
"Just give me some of the crafts and jewelry, I still prefer our elven style. If you're looking for elven artisans to process these materials, I know a few. Leah said. The dwarf nodded, and wrote it all down.
"Kid, what would you like to add?"
Siegel thought for a moment, then whispered, "If there's news of Sir Bill, I'll go find him." If I can't wait, I want to take the money and learn spells. He was a little embarrassed, and then added, "I heard Master Leah say that there is a New World Mage Federation in Waterdeep City. β
The dwarf stuck out his tongue and shook his head: "The caster is unreliable, you can try it." β
Dio laughed, in his tribe, the status of wizards is very high, especially dragon summoners, even the chiefs have to listen to them. He just asked, "Why don't you go to Xinlin? β
"Our mages never accept students from other races, not even half-elves. Leah explained.
"Okay, anyway, let's just bless Siegel more. Maybe we'll finally have a spellcaster on our team, and that's not a bad thing. The dwarf clapped his hands, drew everyone's attention, and announced, "To support the young people, all the books are yours, as well as the key itself." With that, Elliette took the key out of her pocket and pushed it to Siegel.
"This key belongs to everyone, and it should be counted among the total treasures!" Siegel hurriedly refused. "Besides, the keys are all dwarven scripts, so they must be your creation. β
"To tell you the truth, child, this key is indeed of great value, and although it is not as valuable as the treasure it contains. The dwarf said solemnly, "I have been in the city all day, and some of them are servants, so I don't need this at all." Leah is about to return to Xinlin, and the elven patrol can only use the weapons and equipment that have been issued, so they can't use it. Dio is so stupid, and besides, their tribe is in the Western Highlands, you don't want this thing to attract dragons or something, do you? As for Sir Bill, if you meet him, then his things are still carried by you, it makes no difference. So you should take it. β
"Isn't it good for everyone to share it for money if it is sold?" Siegel said
"That's enough money, you little fool!" the dwarf pretended to be angry and knocked Siegel on the head with his hand. "If we need this, we'll tell you. Won't you borrow it from us?"
"Of course not!"
"Isn't that enough, do you want to charge a storage fee?"
Siegel quickly shook his head. So everything was finalized, and each person first divided 5,000 gold coins, which was regarded as the "living expenses" at the top of Mora. After Siegel got the money, he said that he would have a treat, so everyone celebrated again in the evening. Dio wanted to drag Siegel to the brothel again, but Leah retreated under Leah's watchful eye and went happy on his own.
The first to leave the top of Mora was Dio, who couldn't wait to escort a full ten truckloads of cargo to the plateau. The freight paid for this trip is not low, but fortunately, he is now considered a rich man.
"When you go to the plateau and inquire about the Barbarian Cattle tribe, you will find me. I will get my wives ready to eat blood sausage and milk cakes. This is how Dio said goodbye.
"Wait, when did you have a wife?" the dwarf grabbed him.
"Uh, didn't I say it? We just wiped out the Black Pig Tribe, and the Bloodear Tribe asked to unite, and this time it was my turn to marry their woman, so we got married again. Dio explained in a serious way. Then he turned to Siegel and said earnestly, "Keep exercising." If you go to our tribe, there will be a lot of girls who like you. They're all tall, long-legged, and big tits, and you're sure to like them!"
Leah waved her hand vigorously and urged him vigorously: "Okay, let's go, let's go, the caravan is waiting!"
Siegel had been thinking about what the old captain had told him about the treasure at the end of the New World, so when he said goodbye to Dio, he said, "I will go to the plateau, and I will definitely go to you!"
Then he was knocked on the head by Elint and Leah.
Dio laughed, topless, straddled his curved blade diagonally at his waist, and led his cargo brigade down the snowy mountain road to the top of Mora. They were to pass through the gorge to the west side of the mountain range, from where they would enter the plateau.
After a few days, the elves also left. She needs to report back to Xinlin, and the patrol's vacation is almost over. She didn't like to let people see her off, so she walked quietly, leaving only a few words.
The dwarves began to get busy with their clan's affairs and gradually involved their children in these political affairs. He still finds time every day to teach Siegel in martial arts, and has his eldest son, Colin, train with Siegel.
There was a lot of disturbance in the dwarven city, and several clashes broke out, but they were quickly disposed of by the city guard patrols. Siegel has been focused on training and doesn't care about these things. He waited for another two months, and there was no news from Sir Bill. Towards the end of the summer, Siegel decided to leave Mora's Peak and head to Waterdeep to begin his mage studies.
Before leaving, Elliint called him alone in the study and instructed him, "The Knox Guild has started to build the Mage Tower in Creekwood Town, and I heard that the Mage Federation in Waterdeep City is not satisfied with their actions, and the relationship is a little strained. You have to watch out for the mages, they're all very cunning guys. Keep in mind that there is a tavern called 'Foam Barrel' in the southern part of Waterdeep, where the dwarven boss Marcus Goren is from the Gem Clan and will give you all sorts of help. β
"I see. β
"The Knox Guild has sent someone to apologize, but the attack on the outpost isn't over yet. Remember, if someone bullies you, give me a hard beating. Elent finally said, "This continent is still the strongest of our dwarves, don't worry. β