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Chapter 120 Returning to the City Alchemy Workshop and the Truth of Benefits 【Subscription】【Addition】

By the Liuying River, the four masters and servants temporarily rested here.

Old Baji, who was a prisoner, was gagged. After the initial panic, this guy regained a little composure.

He knew very well that the people in strange armor in front of him were the "lambs" that Sorel Moran was looking for painstakingly.

It's just that the cruel facts have proved who is the weak and incompetent lamb.

The extremely arrogant Sorel might have died in the landslide.

And those who are regarded as "lambs" by him are the strong ones who have the last laugh.

It takes only half an hour to walk from the ruins of the catacombs in the northern hills of Eya Forest to the banks of the River of Fireflies.

This section of the river bank is located on the north side of Kolo Leon Farm.

After crossing the river from the farm, they had to continue westward for a while before diverting to the north.

Now everyone is taking a "wild road" that refers to the river of fireflies.

The real difference between the two journeys will be reflected in the distance going east back to the city.

Sitting on the bank of the river, Chen Xuan took off his tactical goggles and helmet, splashed a handful of cold river water on his face.

The landslide just now caused the sky to be full of dust, and everyone looked ashamed.

The three girls also simply washed their faces by the river.

The cold and clean water refreshed their spirits.

Then the four masters and servants took out the water bag and food and replenished them on the spot.

Taking advantage of this opportunity, Franco Baji was able to observe the images of Chen Xuan and others.

"Well, a young human male, his appearance seems to have the characteristics of the oriental region."

"Two Zerikhan women, with clan tattoos on their faces, are unmistakably savage female swordsmen."

"There is also a cat-ear woman, who should be a scout."

"What a strange combination..."

To tell the truth, old Budge was terrified when he was first caught.

If the other party is a desperado, he must be killed soon.

But for captives, the situation is different, which shows that they are valuable.

It was after confirming this point that old Baji regained his composure.

For him, as long as there is an opportunity to negotiate, it means the possibility of persuading the other party.

The charm of language is infinite, even the cruel executioner may not be convinced.

Chen Xuan finished eating and drinking calmly.

Only then did he get up and walk to the old Baji who was tied into rice dumplings.

Pulling out the rotten cloth stuffed in this guy's mouth, Chen Xuan put his hands on his chest.

"My lord...have mercy, my lord!"

"I'm just a responsible businessman, and I was forced by Sorel!"

Franco Budge's lies came out of nowhere.

Chen Xuan, who already knew the whole story of the incident through [Insight], twitched a sarcasm at the corner of his mouth.

"A dutiful businessman?"

This sarcastic rhetorical question aroused old Baji's vigilance.

Just when he was about to change his words again, someone Chen continued.

"Franco Budge, the 'eye' who wandered around the Black Street."

"Put away your lies."

"There is only one choice before you."

"Death or a bond of slavery."

Chen Xuan was not going to talk nonsense with old Baji.

Since there is such an easy-to-use control method as a contract, why waste effort on this aspect?

After he opened his mouth, the two sisters of Zerekhan took out the rune swords that had just been washed and wiped dry with river water, and walked to Franco Budge's side eagerly.

They looked at old Budge like a butcher looks at an animal waiting to be slaughtered.

No one doubted the decisiveness of the two Zerikhan women.

This made Old Baji shiver involuntarily.

Chen Xuan had his own ideas about why he wanted to subdue the crooked guy in front of him.

Black Street is an essential part of any city.

Any slum or dark alleyway has the potential to become a breeding ground for black street forces to sprout.

It is different from the ruling forces of Guangzheng Wei'an.

The black streets in the city are like mice, living in the dark side that is not noticed by ordinary people.

These guys have mouths and eyes all over the city.

Whether it is spreading rumors or inquiring about news, they are good hands.

Even the black street forces still have many secret and prohibited channels.

So Chen Xuan can completely embed a nail of his own in the black street.

The choice in front of him made old Baji feel embarrassed.

It was the first time he had seen a guy like this, who was either a slave or a dead man.

"Is there a time limit for the slave contract?"

"Can I keep my wealth and some freedom?"

"Should you not coerce me to hurt my relatives?"

……

Franco Budge's old habit fell into place, and he began to babble, trying to bargain.

But he seemed to have forgotten that the young man in front of him was not Sorel Moran.

Chen Xuan quickly gave him an accurate answer with actions.

"Oh!"

In the next second, Old Baji was kicked several meters away.

For him, the slave contract is also divided into high and low.

Old Baji is not qualified to bargain with him!
When the guy was kicked away, the two Dora sisters followed immediately, and the cold blades touched Franco Budge's neck from left to right.

"I... I am willing to conclude a slave contract!"

"And everything is up to you!"

……

Half an hour later, the five masters and servants were walking in the forest on the other side of the River of Fireflies.

As long as they kept going east, sooner or later they'd be back on the due west lane right across from Chloe Leon's farm.

The sisters Chen Xuan, Kitty Cat and Dora all put on new hoodies.

Franco Baji was also untied, and followed behind Chen.

The process of signing the contract was very smooth, and the terms he formulated were also very harsh.

Quite strict limits have been agreed upon by many parties.

So much so that after Chen Xuan's [Crossover], the contract was revised, but it didn't arouse too much reaction from Old Baji.

Anyway, those clauses are basically the same before and after the revision.

And he quickly adapted to the role of a slave, and he was already reporting to Chen Xuan about the situation in the black street.

"Master, the black street in Magtan City is mainly composed of two major forces."

"The Broken Finger Gang in the West and South Zones, and the Short-lived Mules in the East and North Zones."

As he spoke, Franco Baji raised his right hand, showing the ring tattoo on his index finger.

"This is the mark of the Broken Finger Gang."

"In order not to hinder the grasping of weapons, we did not really cut off the fingers."

"As for the 'short-lived mule', as the name suggests, it is mainly composed of handworkers and mule workers from the east and north districts."

"They are well aware of the actions of the major caravans and business groups in the city."

"There used to be such a saying in the market."

"When the goods enter the city, the first person to know the condition of the goods is not the buyer but the 'short-lived mule'."

I have to say that this guy is a chatterbox, once he starts talking, he can't stop.

Chen Xuan didn't need to take the initiative to ask, he had already explained the black street pattern in Magtan City.

In addition to the above features, Black Street can also issue anonymous commissions and solicit clues.

Sorrell Moran often wandered around the black streets, using the information channels there to inquire about "Fat Sheep".

The old Baji babbled all the way, but he succeeded in dispelling the boredom of the journey.

When everyone was about to set foot on Zhengxi Xiaolu, Chen Xuan suddenly asked.

"Do you know who the 'light cavalry' that Sorel is talking about is?"

Sorel, who was dying, left half a sentence without thinking, which made Chen Xuan, who likes to trace the source of things, feel a little uncomfortable.

This question made Old Baji startled.

He frowned and thought for a while before answering in an uncertain tone.

"'Qingqi' may refer to the Qingqi Battalion in the city."

"I heard that behind every action of Sorrell, there is a commander of the light cavalry battalion to provide support."

"As the most mobile unit in the city, the Qingqi Battalion is usually the first to rush to the scene."

"Perhaps there are other secrets involved."

Old Baji scratched his head and said with some uncertainty.

Chen Xuan didn't make it too difficult for him, and decided to say goodbye at the intersection.

Before parting, Mr. Chen had already asked about Old Baji's address and daily activities, and left him a secret mission on intelligence gathering.

Part of the intelligence has to find a way to get in touch with the 'short-lived mule'.

But this is a stocking task, there is no mandatory requirement.

As a dispensable dark chess piece, Franco Baji's biggest role is to expand the channels for Chen Xuan to obtain information in the city.

He himself did not pay much attention to it.

Influence and information channels need to be built up slowly.

Taking out four mountain bikes, Chen Xuan and the three girls set foot on the way back to the city.

Before the false night arrives, there are about two water clocks left.

Before it gets dark, they can return to the small courtyard and count the spoils of this catacomb trip.

As for Old Baji, he had to find a way to return to the city by himself.

There are not too many adventurers traveling on this road west of the city, but as long as you walk a certain distance, you can always meet a few armed farmers returning to the city in a mule cart.

……

At the same time, the alchemy workshop located on the second circle.

Ophelia sat upright in the living room on the second floor.

Sitting opposite her was a green-skinned goblin who looked like a goblin, with a big nose and pointed ears.

It was about the height of a dwarf, with a gold-rimmed monocle and a decent black uniform.

The bauhinia emblem on the chest representing the Kingdom of Duroya is particularly eye-catching.

Although goblins look like goblins, they are a completely different species.

Every goblin is a born mechanical engineer, especially good at various engineering projects.

In addition, they are as sensitive to numbers as halflings, although the two tend to be different.

Most halflings who are good at numbers choose to farm or trade.

Goblins, on the other hand, use their numerical talents to gamble.

The most common words these guys talk about are repairs, money and gambling!

At this moment, the Mr. Goblin sitting in front of Ophelia is Justo Youji, the person in charge of the alchemy workshop in the city. He is also a second-level material alchemist and a third-level pharmacist certified by the giant city and the kingdom. .

There was a thick mustache on the tight green skin face, and there was a shrewdness in the eyes.

"Then dear Miss Ophelia."

"Now there are only you and me in this living room."

"You can say whatever you want."

"There is no need to worry about the safety of the conversation. The walls and doors here are made of special sound-absorbing materials."

Justo Youji picked up the teacup on the table, and gently blew the hot air from the surface.

Ophelia looked around the room and glanced at the storage bracelet on her wrist.

Then he asked in a calm tone.

"My stepmother, Ursula Walton, appears to have sponsored your workshop for nine Naroa years."

As soon as he said this, Justo Youji put down his teacup, and a hint of alertness flashed in his shrewd eyes.

"Thanks to your stepmother, whose funding has allowed many otherwise struggling projects to continue."

"The results of the Alchemy Workshop in Magtan City will eventually benefit countless people."

"Currently there are many sponsors in the Alchemy Workshop, including the respectable Lord Baron Bezos."

"By the way, there is also your father, the equally respectable Mr. Ancetus Axo."

These remarks are devoid of nutrition and are pure empty words and clichés.

Ophelia was not at all surprised to hear this answer.

Without saying a word, she gently shook the storage bracelet on her wrist, took out a bulging money bag, and threw it on the table between the two of them.

"Ten thousand crowns, tell me the truth!"

"This... This matter cannot be solved by money."

"Twenty thousand crowns..."

"I'll have to think about it."

"Thirty thousand crowns."

"I have to say that you do have a talent for doing business!"

"Forty thousand crowns, this is my bottom line."

"Success...deal..."

……

Justo Youji reached for the four money bags on the table.

Pour out the dark gold coin in it, blow it lightly, and put it to your ear to listen to the moving echo.

"The real deal!"

"You are a generous lady!"

In the face of money, the goblin's nature is fully exposed.

Ophelia's eyelids twitched as she sat upright in her seat.

Her actions were approved by Chen Xuan.

In fact, Ophelia, as the legal heir of the Colchicius Merchant Group, is fully qualified to join in.

God knows what secrets the Qiushuixian Merchant Group has.

But no matter what the secret was, Chen Xuan understood that this business group was by no means as simple as it appeared on the surface.

It is very likely that there is some kind of great benefit hidden in it!
Ursula wants to play and Ansetus wants to play, so adding Ophelia is not too much, right?
As part of the investigation of clues, the alchemy workshop must be hiding secrets.

"Take money to do things."

"What about the truth I want?"

Ophelia didn't have time to watch greedy goblins slowly blowing those dim gold coins.

So she took the initiative to remind.

"Miss anxious."

"Because of the contract, I can't tell you the answer myself."

"But the truth you want is in the seventh drawer from the right on the second floor in my office."

"This is the key. There is a list of the supply and sales of alchemy potions in that year. It can tell you the answer."

Justo Oiljet dropped a small bunch of rune keys.

Its office is connected to the living room.

After picking up the key, Ophelia got up and walked to the office.

Soon the target was found in a large row of cabinets.

It was a list of pharmaceutical supply and sales for a certain year.

[Magic Calamity Calendar 663 Naroa Year [-]nd Week and [-]rd Day of July: Ansetus Axo purchased six bottles of Withered Grass Extract]

[The fifth day of the second week of July in the year of Naroa in the calamity calendar 663: Ursula Walton bought three bottles of drunken medicine]

[The second day of the third week of the third week of July in the year 663 of Naroa in the calamity calendar: Ursula Walton bought three bottles of benma nut extract]

[The fourth day of the first week of August in Naroa Year 663 in the Calamity Calamity Calendar: Ansetus Axo bought six synesthesia pills]

……

During that period of time, the names of Ursula and Ansetus appeared alternately in the supply and sales list.

Occasionally, there are a few strangers that Ophelia doesn't know.

Goblins like to leave files.

They believe that laws about the future can be drawn from past records.

It doesn't matter whether you can find a pattern or not, at least this habit has been retained.

Ophelia frowned, recalling Howard's cry before he died in her mind:
"Bitch! Bitch! Bitch!"

"Do you think your mother died of illness?"

"No, she was poisoned to death!"

"Hahahahaha!"

"You will never imagine the layout of the mother!"

"If I die, you don't even want to live!"

……

Judging from the list, the extractant of Kurong grass is a deadly toxin.

As long as there is a sufficient dose, it can poison a silver-level powerhouse within a few seconds.

It is a potent magical poison that boils with the boiling of magic essence or magic power in the body.

Intoxicating Potion is a hallucinogen that is perfectly mixed into drinks.

Many dudes mix a small amount of it in wine to increase the pleasant feeling after drinking.

So its name is called "drinking".

Betel nut extract is also a paralyzing and hallucinogenic agent.

The main function is to allow the user to quickly enter the excited state of psychedelic.

It is said that it can increase the magic essence stimulation effect by 10%.

Many kingdoms have distributed medicines containing a small amount of hemp nut extract to soldiers to enhance combat effectiveness and eliminate the influence of fear.

Howard swallowed bengal nuts before his death.

It's just not an extractant, but an unrefined fruit.

This thing is a popular pastime among young people.

As for the synaesthesia pill, it is an expensive supplement.

After taking it, you can gain a sharper magic perception ability for a short period of time.

The affinity of magic essence or magic power in the body will also be greatly improved.

Ophelia, who lived in Bangcheng and received a good education since she was a child, is no stranger to these potions.

However, these things are all controlled products in the city.

It can only be obtained in several special channels including Alchemy Workshop.

It wasn't Ursula that gave her a headache, but her own father's name was also commonly included in the list.

Ophelia watched from beginning to end and found a situation.

That is, what Ursula ordered were mainly hallucinogens, and what her father ordered were all deadly poisons or magic element boiling potions.

When her mother died, she was still young, and she couldn't find any useful clues in her vague memory.

Now, Ophelia has decided to re-examine her family relationships.

She pulled out all the relevant lists and stuffed them into her storage bracelet.

"I saw something."

"Before we leave, Mr. Justo, we'd better sign a contract."

"A contract that is more rigorous and does not disclose my actions today in any form..."

……

West District, in the courtyard where Chen Xuan lived.

The four returned here in a hurry.

They put away their mountain bikes in advance at the outskirts of the village, and went into the city by mules and horses.

After closing the courtyard door, I checked the surrounding traces.

Chen Xuan beckoned the three girls to go upstairs to his bedroom, and together they counted the spoils they got this time.

The first is the storage bag and money bag found in the cave and on Sorel and others.

There are 69 in total, all of which are handed over to Dora Yucca for inspection.

In addition, there are 39 weapons that have been tainted and whose quality cannot be distinguished. These are cleaned and sorted by the cat girl.

As for Dora Bella, she was in charge of helping her sister to subdivide the magic scrolls and potions found in the storage bag, and at the same time remove items that could no longer be used.

Chen Xuan himself sat cross-legged on the spot, with nine [Elementary Demon Seeds] beside him.

Each demon seed is as big as a goose egg, and its surface exudes a faint light.

They are thick in texture, but not crystal clear, and only have a dull luster in the sun.

Chen Xuan is going to synthesize the magic seeds.

The method is very simple, you only need to put three monsters of the same level together and let them collide with each other in a triangle shape to complete the advanced fusion.

If you want to split it, you have to prepare a more complicated set of magic circles and rituals.

In the Naloa Continent, there is a perfect method for how to deal with the demon seeds.

Without much hesitation, Chen Xuan raised his hand and arranged three of the demon seeds into a triangle.

They are like three vertices, which naturally produce an echo effect.

This is how you usually use magic seeds to practice.

The magic seed in the triangular form contains indescribable mysteries.

Speaking of which, the so-called "Gate of Myriad Origins" seems to be triangular as well.

It is not ruled out that there are some commonalities among them.

Chen Xuan has reservations about this.

He used his own hands to make the three [Elementary Demon Seeds] approach infinitely.

It's as if the three vertices of the triangle are constantly collapsing, and finally merge the three points into one point.

When the three [Elementary Demon Seeds] touched each other, a black light shone.

When the light faded, the three [Elementary Demon Seeds] in place turned into one [Intermediate Demon Seed].

Chen Xuan used the gourd painting method to synthesize all the remaining six [Elementary Demon Seeds] into [Intermediate Demon Seeds].

Compared with the initial level, the middle-level monsters are a lot bigger, and the light of the magic rhythm is even more dazzling.

He skillfully placed three [Intermediate Demon Seeds] around him in a big triangle.

The surrounding magic power was quickly attracted, and after entering the state of magic element cultivation, one could find that the concentration of the surrounding magic power had increased several times compared to the initial level.

This is of great significance to Mosu practice, and can save a lot of time.

And it's not limited to Chen Xuan alone, theoretically the two sisters, Kitty Cat and Dora, can also enjoy the benefits of cultivation bonus.

Of course, compared to practicing honestly, Chen still thinks it would be more efficient to raid the crypt to plunder the [Demon Source].

Putting away these [Intermediate Demon Seeds], Chen Xuan is going to train hard for a period of time after he dominates Magtan City.

He has already reached the peak level of the bronze level, and is only one line away from the early stage of the silver level.

If it is a normal practice, the promotion is estimated to be a matter of two or three rounds of practice.

And there is an unused [Magic Source] in his storage compartment.

He didn't intend to use this [Magic Source] by himself.

Ready to give it to Ophelia.

The reason is also very simple, he can break through by himself with a silver-level finish.

When he needs to deal with Blue Star's affairs, Naroa Continent must have a confidant who can handle it.

At present, Jason Iron Furnace, a third-level blacksmith with silver-level magic element, counts as one.

Ophelia, who is in charge of external affairs, must also gather her strength as soon as possible.

Before that, her magic element cultivation progress was higher than Chen Xuan's.

After merging [Magic Source], I'm afraid it will be able to break through to the early silver level in one fell swoop.

Chen Xuan himself can break through naturally through cultivation, and it doesn't take much effort either.

Even if this [Magic Source] is fused, it won't save much time.

The accumulation of quantitative changes has been completed, and the next stage of qualitative change is only a step away.

Rounding things up like this, there will be three silver-level powerhouses in the small team in a short period of time.

Chen Xuan can also spare time to handle some affairs at Blue Star with peace of mind.

In addition, any improvement in the strength of any member of the team is tantamount to subtly enhancing his influence on Magtan City.

After making the arrangement, Chen Xuan immediately had a clear idea.

His mind was immersed in the storage compartment, and he was about to take out Sorel Moran's magic long sword and rune flail to take a look.

At this time, he suddenly saw an unknown map drawn on the skin in the form of a tattoo.

With a thought, this leather map appeared in his hand.

"If I remember correctly, this thing seems to be found from the dwarf who took the lead in Moore Green Leaf."

He turned the leather map over and over, and there were four locations marked on it.

It has been stored in the storage compartment these days without bothering to study it.

Considering the potential relationship between Moore Greenleaf and Ursula, someone in Chen thought that this map might be very famous.

Possibly a map of Leafy Maul's treasure chest.

These guys are full of evil, wandering around, and accumulated a lot of wealth.

The thieves don't trust the money changers, preferring to bury their treasures in the wild.

Otherwise, this map would not be kept by the leader.

Of course, this is just Chen Xuan's guess.

Now the effect of [Insight] has been fully improved, and many mysteries can be answered without the need for the party to be resurrected.

Thinking of this, Chen Xuan immediately activated [Insight].

The golden subtitles then appeared.

[The exploration map of Moss Black Iron, the dwarf of the Madara Mine, with his rich experience in prospecting, he found four areas that are most likely to have dark gold mines from the surrounding area based on the geography of Magtan City

According to the plan, they were supposed to follow Ursula Walton's instructions to explore these four areas separately and find the dark gold mine secretly controlled by Ansetus.

It was with the help of the dark gold mine and the private foundry of the red-haired Walton family that Ansetus obtained a huge amount of wealth. At the same time, because of this secret "trade route", the Walton family and the Colchicus Business associations have inextricably linked

As long as Ursula gets the exact location of the secret mining area, she can replace it by force, and at the same time regain the support of the family. Until then, the red-haired Walton family will keep watching]

……

"hiss!"

Chen Xuan gasped!
He finally knew the truth about the interests of the Colchicum Merchant Group and the rise of Ansetus.

——An undisclosed dark gold mine hidden around Magtan City!

And dark gold is the proper money!
　At about 3 a.m. local time on March 25, the Myawaddy border trade area in Kayin State, Myanmar, was attacked by an armed attack, causing many injuries.Border trade lanes in the trade zone are temporarily closed.

　　The conflict lasted until about 8:30 a.m. on the same day, and the customs and transport offices in the trade zone, some passing vehicles and surrounding roads were damaged. (Headquarters reporter Wang Yuezhou)

　　PS: The story of the small transition in Magtan City in this article is about to end, and many of the contents are the foreshadowing of the previous article.

　　The next stage of development in Blue Star will be signaled by the protagonist entering the silver rank.

　　
　
(End of this chapter)