Chapter 240: A New Turning Point
Siegel and Edith deliberated from late night until dawn, until the east grew red and the morning sun rose again. Mage Edith decided to leave immediately and go to the Mage Guild with Siegel's information. In order to avoid the attention of the Knox Guild, he eventually gave up using Waterdeep's teleportation array, and could not even take a sea ship from Creek Town, where the Red Mage Tower was built.
The half-elves had to head all the way east, taking coastal ships from the seaports in the south and then transoceanic merchant ships from the sea. Wait until you get close to the Old World to use teleportation. Such a trip would take at least two months, but in order to be able to get the support of the Mage Guild, it was necessary to wait.
Siegel sent him all the way to the south gate of the city of Myr. Although the war is over, the gate has not been opened, and the layers of debris have completely blocked the door. However, this is not an obstacle for the mages, whether it is flying or floating, Edith can easily leave.
The half-elf only brought two apprentices, and the others remained in the "Spell Proving Ground" to copy the books. When they came to the door, Siegel saluted again and said:
"Mr. Edith, don't you see the rising sun in the east as a sign that many things are beginning to change? I only hope that this change will be as limited to mages as possible, and that it will not implicate too many ordinary people. ”
"Knox will study mind-control spells together, and it will be difficult for ordinary people to resist. Edith said, "Despite your good hopes, no matter what kind of spell accidents, there will always be casualties among the people. You know, in order to prevent big changes. The Mage Guild was even ready to sacrifice the entire Federation. Lord Faranis is also aware of this. That's why the library will be set up here in Heim Ling. ”
Siegel was a little confused. Ask Edith, "Could it be that the Mage Guild made such a plan a long time ago?"
"Siegel, you still have a long way to go on your way to becoming a mage. In the gap between the lords, temples and other forces, the mage association, which seems to have great power, must also be cautious. The Guild closely monitors the actions of various mage organizations to prevent them from tarnishing the name of mages. As your spell skills get stronger, the more you want to explore the secrets of the world in a peaceful environment. For this, there must be a stable external environment. The Mage Guild has long had such a plan. But not for Knox, but for all eventualities. ”
Siegel nodded, and finally couldn't help but wonder and said to Edith, "How will the Mage Guild deal with Knox?"
The half-elf smiled mysteriously, "I don't know this very well, my task is only to submit evidence and convince them." Now that the sun has risen, it is time for me to hit the road. You should keep the books in the library and read more often, and you will benefit a lot. ”
Bidding farewell to the elven mage, Siegel went to battle. Check the finishing situation. The fire continued to burn overnight and has only now been gradually extinguished. Black ash and smoke rose together. There was a scorched smell everywhere.
If it weren't for the success of the raid led by Siegel, the surrounding area would have been even more shattered. Most of the obstacles and useless siege equipment, after the metal pieces were removed, were all pushed into the trenches and set on fire, and many of the corpses were disposed of in the same way. Since the coalition forces come from various lords, it is impossible to count the origins of the dead. If it is not dealt with as soon as possible, the plague will inevitably come.
Efforts were made to clear a path through the wreckage and to set up containment sites using the remaining camps of the Southern Coalition forces. Wounded who lay down their arms can receive simple treatment there. A cup of hot water, some dry food can help many people survive the war. Red also appeared on the battlefield, his body made of rock and clay moving slowly, causing many people to move away from it. The golem was not angry, he first came to the area where the seriously injured were concentrated, and the people here had no way to avoid him, but were treated first.
Baron Brown and his men are taking stock of the dead knights, identifying them based on the family's coat of arms and other items. Which castles have lost their owners, and which territories are waiting to be received, these are his main concerns. As for the belongings piled up next to him, he just sent a few guards to guard them.
Siegel watched silently for a while, then returned to the castle. Janet was to give him a detailed explanation of the changes in Heim's collar during his absence. Those knights who fought bravely should be commended, and now it is time to divide the realm.
Janet leaned against the cushions, and she was about to give birth, radiating with maternal radiance. By her side, Siegel could always find spiritual relaxation, and the excitement of the magical energy could be calmed down. After being in the void for a long time, the spirit is like being gradually hollowed out, and the color is lost unconsciously. This exhaustion can only be seen and relieved by the lover.
Siegel's eyes gradually regained their brightness, and he could start smiling from the bottom of his heart. Jenny took his hand and placed it on top of her belly. The little one is restless and active, conveying a strong life force.
"Everything will be fine, don't worry and be scared anymore. "I'll be more careful about experimenting with spells, and I've found a way to stop spells instantly, so I don't have the same accidents as before." ”
"Thankfully, you were able to make it in time for the birth of your child. Janet said, "I'm a little hungry these days, what time is it?"
"Didn't you just deliver breakfast?" Siegel paused for a moment, then understood what Janet meant. She wanted to let herself stay in the bedroom a little longer and not leave in a hurry.
The two men walked side by side to the window and looked east and north. The direction of the battlefield is avoided here, so what is seen is a beautiful and clear morning. They snuggle up to each other and enjoy the hard-earned tranquility.
Suddenly, the shouts of servants rang out from the castle, "Monsters, monsters!" and several soldiers reacted quickly and gathered in the most lively direction. Could it be that there are enemies in the city of Myr? There are dwarven runes on the walls here, linked to the elemental rune circle, and if there is a fluctuation of magic, Siegel will feel it. He thought about it, slapped his thigh violently, and said to Janet, "Oh no, I forgot about him!"
Siegel hurriedly left with an arbitrary door spell, and disappeared from Jenny with a thud, making her laugh and cry. When the mage returned to her view, he was followed by a square iron box that could walk.
Mozuka stared at everything around him with wide eyes, and reached out to touch it. He began to hum another worldly tune again, and seemed very happy.
After seeing Lord Siegel, everyone breathed a sigh of relief. A mage lord will always bring back some strange residents, and most of them are already mentally prepared. The temple that the Golem Red built outside of Myr is now often called for help. At first, it was just a matter of seeking medical advice, but later many people found that Red could also answer their doubts and relieve depression, so many people went to him to pray.
"Erdu, this is my castle, you can pick a room to live in. You're not the only constructed creature in my territory, there's also a Golem Priest named Red just outside the city. ”
"Who does he believe in?" Blade Domination?" asked Erdu, leaning back.
"He doesn't know it himself, maybe you can inspire each other. ”
"That's great news, I don't know what it's like to have faith. The mound stretched hard, and the metal parts of its body creaked.
"You need to take good care of it," Siegel said, "I'm about to try to start making golems, do you want to be my lab assistant?"
Erdu's eyes widened, and his voice trembled a little: "You don't want to tear me down, do you?"
"No, there's no need for that. Siegel said, "I remember that the mound was not made, but was native to the mechanical plane and could not be imitated. I just need your familiarity with mechanical structures, after all, maintenance equipment is your old job, isn't it?"
"That's no problem. The mound breathed a sigh of relief, then said, "Can you pay me? I only need metal, oil, and meat. ”
The mage nodded, and the contract was finalized.
Janet dressed up and left the bedroom to meet them in the castle. As the mistress of the territory, after the end of the war, she will begin to organize the resumption of production and rebuild the homeland. While this should have been Siegel's responsibility, she continued to do so, considering that the mage had been indifferent for a long time and that she had to spend a lot of time on spells each day.
Erdu looks strange, more like a large toy, and the smell of engine oil still smells from his body. Janet felt a little sick to her stomach, and after saying hello from afar, she left. Unexpectedly, the mounds suddenly hid behind the mage and grabbed his robe with his slender arms, looking very frightened.
"What's going on, there's no skeleton here, there's no juggernaut, what are you afraid of?"
Mozuka motioned for Siegel to squat down, then lowered his voice and said, "That woman smelled of the devil just now. ”
"Janet is a demon, you know it, you don't have to tell anyone else. Siegel smiled, "You're too nervous. ”
Erdu shook his head, very firm: "My feeling is very strong, it is definitely not a demon descendant. I once met an Underachiever on a Void Ship, and it gave me the feeling that this is it. Let me think about what it's called?"
He struggled to remember, scratching his ears and cheeks from time to time. Siegel frowned, looking at him with a puzzled look. Mozuka kept muttering, changing several languages in succession, and then finally remembered.
"According to the standard language of the dragon language, it should be called a bone demon. Erdu was very convinced, "The skin is thin and sticks to the bones, the tail is like a scorpion, the knuckles are like a sword, the appearance is changing, it is good at stealth, it is infiltration reconnaissance, and it is also an assassin." ”
"You have to be careful!" said Mozuka, in a serious tone. (To be continued......)
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