Industrial Cthulhu, starting from the island lord

Chapter 768 Meeting with Frey
The untouchables' heights were like the ratio of a human to a cat to Nini.

Nini is now like someone surrounded by a group of cats, somewhat at a loss for where to step.

They were afraid of accidentally stepping on and killing a few people.

Strangely enough, these untouchables seemed to have no fear. They looked at Nini with no wariness, only curiosity and joy.

Banshees were already quite unreliable, but this race seems to be even more so.

However, they all maintained a distance and did not get particularly close.

Nini maintained her smile, but in her mind, she kept reporting what she saw and heard to Una through the telepathic link.

"This race is really strange. They have absolutely no wariness towards me—not just weak, but completely none."

"This isn't right."

How can a race without vigilance survive? Let alone one completely devoid of such emotions, as if they were deliberately manipulated into this state.

"Have you written everything down?"

Una, who was watching from the shadows, nodded: "I've noted it all down. Shall I show myself?"

"No, you should just observe from the shadows. These untouchables are too strange; it's better to approach them slowly."

"learn. 』

Nini followed Gelagra forward, and soon they arrived at a larger cave.

To be honest, Nini felt a bit of déjà vu about this place. In the early days of Castel, most of the banshees lived underground. They used fossils as mud to dig underground, and that was the kind of dwelling they lived in.

The room was filled with many untouchables, most of them holding pieces of paper covered with writing, while others held stone slabs or tree bark, each with its own unique writing style.

In the center of the room stood a thick book with copper-covered corners and a flame on its cover—Castel's flame emblem.

Imperial Truth Codex.

Before the sacred text, a young man stood up in surprise.

Frey.

Although Nini had never seen him in person, she had seen his portrait. Seeing the somewhat surprised and fearful look in Frey's eyes, Nini quickly spoke first:
“I am Zoe and Gaia’s friend, Castel’s banshee. Little B’s letter was sent to Castel, and I’m here to deliver a reply.”

Frey took a step back, his eyes flickering slightly. Nini was somewhat amazed by his reaction—this was the kind of reaction a normal person should have, and he seemed a little suspicious.

After all, in a remote place like White Stone Castle, the only people you could see were the Guardians of the Church; you'd never even seen a Banshee.

Judging from his lack of denial, he's probably heard the rumors about the succubus.

“I have letters from Gaia and Zoe to you,” Nini quickly added, “handwritten letters.”

"I see. May I ask how I should address you?"

"My name is Nini."

“Nini!?” Frey’s eyes widened immediately. “The Nini who wrote the Chronicles of Nora the Headless? I’ve read your Castel Chronicles, it’s truly magnificent.”

"My writing has already reached White Stone Castle?" This time it was Nini's turn to be surprised.

“It’s not just White Stone Castle. I heard that some gangs are smuggling your newspapers into the Empire. They say that bound volumes are hard currency on the border. Can you sign my name?” Nini signed her name on Frey’s robe with a strange expression, while Frey was overjoyed.

After all that commotion, the tension and wariness from before gradually dissipated. After discussing the plot of the report with Nini for a while, Frey also relaxed considerably.

Nini then handed him Gaia and Zoe's letter—it was specially prepared so that in case they encountered an untouchable, they could quickly gain their trust, and it contained many special codes.

After checking and confirming that everything was correct, Frey finally smiled and said, "Great, you've finally arrived. I was worried about what to do next."

"What's there to worry about? With the level of machinery here, leaving or surviving should be easy, right? Even a counterattack against the Papacy isn't out of the question—didn't you already launch one?"

The Untouchables used machinery to reach the Upper Rhine, disrupting Jules's plans and successfully changing the course of the battle.

Without their appearance, Beatrice might never have had the chance to be a fountain girl in Castel.

“I was lucky that time. Actually, I just planned to follow the guidance to find Gaia and Lady Zoe, and then leave Rhine, but I didn’t expect this to happen.” Frey looked at the Untouchables around him, a hint of relief in his eyes.

It's clear that he likes it here and doesn't regret his choice.

"Besides, the machinery here is just haphazardly made. Castel's industry is definitely much more advanced, and they should have much more powerful creations, right?"

Frey said with a look of longing.

Nini fell silent, unsure of how to begin.

In terms of weapons, Castel certainly has quite a few, but to be honest, Castel really can't produce the big stuff that's being made here.

But Frey didn't know that. He had never been to Castel and his knowledge of the place was limited to various rumors, so naturally he was full of the idea that "Castel's industry is the best in the world".

"Are you here to take over?" Frey asked with some anticipation.

Although he was ambitious and wanted to make a name for himself, he was also self-aware and did not think he could really lead the tribe to complete the counterattack on the ground.

Ultimately, he was just a petty thief on the streets of Baishibao who seized some opportunities through decisiveness, boldness, and meticulousness, but in terms of true skill, he was still far from adequate.

He couldn't even understand the sacred texts; things that others could learn in a few days, he couldn't master in half a month.

Therefore, Frey concluded that he was not cut out for learning, and could not even compare to these unwritten underground people; he probably only achieved these accomplishments by luck.

He's naturally happy that someone has taken over the job.

Nini didn't rush to answer; she carefully observed the untouchables around her.

The way they looked at Frey was full of trust, and given their inability to hide anything, Nini could easily tell that Frey was very popular here.

“I came here to explore the underground water veins. Now that the waterway has been opened, more people will come to exchange ideas. As for you, you can stay here for now. Someone will contact you later. If you need any supplies, I can coordinate to send a batch over.”

"We can still be self-sufficient in supplies, but could you send over some holy scriptures, and preferably some books as well?"

These untouchables were far too eager to learn, and Frey simply couldn't handle them. He didn't have much knowledge to begin with, let alone the ability to teach.

"By the way, is Little Bu in Castel?"

“Yes.” Nini looked at the people around her. “We’re planning to invite her to stay there for a while and visit the island. She might really enjoy it.”

Hmm, I hope I won't get Castells syndrome?
(End of this chapter)