Great Nobleman.

Chapter 2059 If there's nothing wrong, you can all leave.

The next day, early in the morning.

In the camp in the Blackrock Wasteland on the continent of Rios.

Andy, Finn, and Yersin led the researchers into the library camp as they had the day before.

Then, as they prepared to head to the Starbound Line to continue their research.

A piece of devastating news was laid before them:

"Our experiment here was completed last night, and we'll be heading back soon."

After listening to the words of Rosalind Russell, the person in charge of the library here, and seeing the library members packing up their things in the camp.

Andy hesitated and said:
"So you've already dismantled your research site at the [Astral Boundary]?"

Rosalyn shook her head and said:

"The platform at the [Astral Line] research site is still there, but we have shut down all the equipment there and brought it back."

If you wish to continue your research, we can open the door for you.

If you use that platform carefully, it should still be able to exist for another day or two.

After hearing this, Yersen and the other two exchanged glances for a while before deciding to go and take a look.

And so, not long after, a teleportation portal appeared in the camp.

Andy, Finn, and Yersin also cautiously stepped in.

With a sudden shift in light and shadow, they arrived at the Space Prism platform, which was located at the Starbound Line.

Completely different from the usual comfortable environment, a feeling of pressure loss and suffocation suddenly descended.

At the same time, the intense sunlight, almost scorching, relentlessly enveloped them, while the omnipresent stellar elements continuously eroded their protective barrier.

In response, they quickly cast several more spells and erected several barriers to further improve the environment.

Yersen looked left and right, and finally said with some helplessness:

"Can we still conduct research in this environment? Why don't we go to the library and rent their barrier generation and environmental improvement devices?"

Finn shook his head and said:
"Let's forget about it. What can we possibly figure out in a day or two?"
Moreover, going to the library to rent a barrier will definitely result in Rosalind and the others ripping them off again; these guys have already learned bad habits from Brand!
Our magic coins didn't just fall from the sky.

Upon hearing this, after a moment's thought, Andy and Yerson both nodded in agreement.

Originally, they were guaranteed to make a profit by coming here as guards, as Brand, that generous guy, offered them a large reward.

However, it was time-consuming, laborious, and expensive for them to explore the ruins along the way.

In the end, he managed to earn a little money through selling prisoners of war.

But in the past few days, in order to take advantage of the research on the Endless Sky, they have spent a lot more money at the library.

—If this continues, they will also feel the pinch!
Thinking of this, Yersin suggested with a displeased expression:
"Shall we go and cause trouble for Brand in a bit?"

I didn't get a chance last night, but I'm definitely going to make fun of his shamelessness to his face today!

Upon hearing this, Finn and Andy, recalling the frustration of not being able to even enter the camp gate last night, quickly became somewhat tempted!
So, after making the decision and having his subordinates prepare to evacuate with the library,

The three of them quickly joined the library members who had returned earlier and stepped onto the teleportation array back to Morningflower Castle.

Subsequently, guided by Rowling, they met Brand, who was working in the study of the main building.

Watching Brand, draped in a dark red cloak, holding a quill pen, solemnly reviewing and writing on the documents in front of him.

The three of them, including Yersen, were somewhat surprised.

After a brief greeting, Yersin joked:

"Am I seeing things? Our Duke Morning Blossom is actually working in person today?"

Upon hearing this, he calmly put down his quill pen, picked up the hot tea beside him, and took a sip.

Brand casually replied, "Morningflower Territory has a lot of affairs to handle; I have to work every day."

He gave this explanation and then put down his teacup.

Brand raised his right hand, and Catherine, who was standing beside him, placed a pre-prepared magic pouch into his right palm.

Following that, Brand tossed the magic pouch in his hand, then threw it directly to Yersin in front of him and explained:
"This is your settlement payment for this escort mission."

I added 50% more as hush money; let's check it.

The seemingly simple yet bold statement, "50% hush money," was suddenly uttered.

The jokes and prepared remarks that Yersen and his two companions had planned were all stuck in their throats due to their shock!
Meanwhile, the three guys in front of him looked on expectantly and began counting the pure magic crystals in their magic pockets.

Brand's lips unconsciously curled up for a moment, then he maintained his calm demeanor and waved his hand, saying:

"Alright, you can all leave now. I have a lot of things to do later."

If I have the opportunity in the future, I will hire you again.

Hearing this, although they felt aggrieved, they decided not to argue with Brand because of the shiny hush money.

After easily getting rid of the trouble.

Brand lowered his head and continued to handle the territory's official business, signing and stamping documents.

However, soon after, Heidi Lin walked into the study while munching on berries, and then smiled and waved a delicate envelope in her hand.

Upon seeing this, I curiously reached out and took it, and saw the magnificent emblem of the Elven Royal Court resembling the Tree of Life on it.

After opening it, he saw that it invited him to the Alliance City in two months to celebrate the victory of the continental war.

Brand sighed:

"This party is a bit late."

Upon hearing this, Hedy Lin said leisurely:
"After the war ended, although everyone was happy, most of them were busy going back to recuperate and had little interest in traveling long distances to participate in the gathering."

Not everyone has a teleportation array like us, and can use it as a means of transportation.

After nodding in agreement, Brand casually set the invitation aside.

Then, while chatting with the ladies about official business, he also pondered the arrangements for future matters.

The gathering hosted by the Elf Forest is still early; we can just teleport there and join later. No special preparations are needed.

Before that, they had a lot of important things piled up on their end.

Although their experiment on the continent of Rios was a complete success, it was ultimately only a preliminary experiment.

The ultimate goal of this research project is to emulate the Guardians' "Sky Mirror," but they are undoubtedly still far behind.

In addition, they will next work on the creation of the [Summoning Greatsword - Prototype] and the repair of the damaged teleportation array in the simulated world.

Besides, things haven't been very peaceful on the continent of Osia these past few days; it seems like something big is about to happen.

Thinking this, Brand suddenly asked:
"By the way, what has Serena been up to lately?"

Upon hearing this, Catherine quickly responded:

"According to my information, it's because the young master has been busy."

Serena also continues to represent the Crimson Circle in handling diplomatic affairs.

Because our empire's teleportation array has already connected to the territory of the Crimson Ring, and many northern lords have gone there to recruit demons to work, she seems to be quite busy lately.

"If you want to know the specifics, young master, you should know more from Sister Sonia."

Upon hearing this, Brand nodded and said:

"Could you send me a letter of inquiry later, asking when she'll be free so we can go and pay her a visit?"

(End of this chapter)