I'm a forest ranger, why would I enslave a succubus?

Chapter 148 Rumors
"As for basic troops, I don't recommend borrowing any more."

Witch Demia said.

"If Coral Bay really needs someone, I can offer the combat power of a sixth-rank witch. That should be enough sincerity."

Old Gentleman Humbert also said:

"I have twenty able-bodied retired militiamen in my mansion. They can accompany Lord Demea."

"I can go too."

Rod said.

It’s not for Coral Bay, but mainly to see the Sirens and Ghost Pirates.

I heard that most women of these two races are extremely beautiful.

"Do not."

Demia shook his head. "Mr. Rhodes, the situation is chaotic right now. Quartz Town needs you to stay here even more than ever. Unless it's absolutely necessary, we have no intention of kidnapping you."

"Yes, Mr. Rhodes."

"Mr. Rhodes is already the patron saint of Quartz Town."

"Not bad."

All the committee members also agreed.

The look he gave Rhodes was full of anticipation and gentleness.

“Puff—Puff—”

"Well!"

Amidst the many words of encouragement and hope, no one noticed that a strange noise was coming from under him again.

Terry's cheeks were so bulging that they could barely hold the food.

A trace of slippery marks leaked from the corner of his mouth.

She swallowed it down with a gulp.

Then he opened his mouth wide and motioned for Rhodes to come and check.

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Besides this topic, there are others in the committee.

For example, the volcanic eruption in the Twilight Mountains.

Some cities can indeed support an extra-large spell shield, but that is a privilege only available in the central area.

Most of the farmland cannot be covered.

Quartz Town was built on mining, and its agricultural land is not well developed. It is even partially dependent on imports from surrounding towns.

If this volcanic ash spreads, families won’t have enough food to eat next year, let alone export it.

When talking about this, everyone became worried again.

I couldn't think of a solution for a while.

Another topic of discussion is the land Naga moving into the Death Desert.

The committee members mainly asked for Rhodes' opinion on this matter, after all, he was the forest ranger of Windwall Forest.

For example, whether it was necessary to build a barrier wall, whether to establish a new magic contract, the strategy for dealing with the land Naga, the attitude towards future transactions, etc. Anyway, they gave Rhodes enough face, fearing that he would be dissatisfied.

Come to think of it.

Now, in the territory of Eselon, except for the royal city, almost all people above level seven have been sent to the front line.

Rhodes, who is invincible below level seven, is definitely qualified to be the guardian of Quartz Town.

But the kingdom sent a restless new neighbor without a word.

They were not happy about it, but they could not disobey the kingdom's orders, so they could only appease Rhodes personally.

The committee met until the afternoon.

Not that all the issues have been resolved.

But it’s because the senior management of Coral Bay will arrive at dusk today.

A group of committee members were busy with reception matters.

Rhodes also wanted to take a look, so he just wandered around the town to kill time.

Terry had eaten a full meal under the conference room table and was now fast asleep in the shadow of her master.

The cobblestone pavement of the central avenue was slightly illuminated by the sunlight.

The aroma of baking bread and the distinctive iron smell of forged ore wafted from the carved wooden windows of the shops on both sides.

Rod stopped at a stall selling handmade mineral carvings.

While choosing, I happened to see some girls walking out of the bakery, chatting and laughing.

They were carrying bread baskets covered with checkered cloths. It was tea time at the mines, and they must be going there to deliver something to their families.

They saw Rhodes.

There was a pause at first, and then the sounds of playful laughter and shy conversation gradually began to emerge.

Rod was used to it.

He bought a white crystal with a unicorn carved on it from a street stall.

The type that the elf Callister would like.

I've asked her to do so many things recently, so I'll just give her a small gift.

soon.

Rod was tired of shopping.

After capturing the banshee Chris in the casino, he went straight to the Violet Tavern and spent the time drinking Giant Wine.

"Rod!"

Unexpectedly, the goblin merchant Pete was also here.

He controlled the magic puppet and came to Rhodes's desk.

"Long time no see. I haven't thanked you for taking care of my cousin's business last time."

Pete held up the giant wine in his hand.

He had a smile on his face, but felt a little envious in his heart.

I heard from my cousin that this guy has not stopped staking his claim since the first day he set out for Emerald City, and he has been involved with different women along the way, including but not limited to succubi, half-dragons, halflings, banshees, and land naga.

Damn.

Why don't people on this continent appreciate the appearance of goblins?
I am also a very handsome man in my tribe!

"Ms. Gema is the best tour guide I have ever met."

Rhodes also raised his glass.

The goblin in front of him is a businessman who travels around and gets information faster than ordinary newspapers.

So he said, "Any news from Coral Bay?"

Peter glanced at the Banshee floating next to Rhodes with a look of dissatisfaction on her face, and couldn't help but envy her.

He controlled the magic puppet to pick a peanut and threw it into his mouth.

"Those bastards from the Brotherhood of the Ruins have set up a blockade over there. No merchants are allowed to approach. I really don't understand what they're doing. Maybe they're afraid that the bard will sneak in."

"That's it."

Rhodes was a little disappointed.

"But they underestimated the bards. They're a group that's crazy about big events and are more annoying than flies. Coincidentally, I did business with a bard from the Chivalrous Alliance who just came out of Coral Bay this morning."

But the other party changed the subject.

"You're just like me, Pete!"

"of course!"

The two clinked glasses gently.

"It's Purgatory, Rhodes. The rebellious wizard is a tiefling, a minion of a demon duke in Purgatory. He exploited the ghost pirates' innate desire to conquer all seas and promised to let them enter the Purgatory Blood Sea."

Pete didn't keep anyone in suspense and got straight to the point.

"I heard that the Tiefling wizard wanted to find the descendants of the Argyle family."

"Humanity once fought a war against demons. The Argyle family was the main force at the time. They almost wiped out all the demons in the west, and because of this, they were cursed with a short life span by the purgatory spell."

"A curse of short life?"

"Yes, but the people of Argyle are truly extraordinary geniuses. Far from removing the curse, they actively harnessed its power. By now, the curse is effectively gone. Not only does it not shorten lifespans, it's even more powerful than some blessings. Perhaps that's why they're being sacrificed? I don't understand magic, either."

Rhodes took a sip of the bitter and astringent giant wine.

The Demon Duke?
When I was cleaning out the demon's nest not long ago, I heard Farshad talk about a demon duke who was worshipped by the dark elves.

Now here comes another one.

If even the guys from Purgatory show up, it will not only cause instability in human society, but instability in the entire continent.

Pete looked around and saw that no one was paying attention.

He leaned over and whispered:

"Pay attention to Rhodes, you must pay attention!

Perhaps you've also noticed various strange phenomena on the continent: frequent cosmic and biological disasters, super-large volcanic eruptions, the proliferation of various evil cults, and even the intrusion of purgatory into the world.
Three months ago, I was drinking with a half-deer elder in Silver Hoof Deer Valley. When I got drunk, he told me that a strange spark had appeared in a certain dimension, and perhaps someone could ascend to godhood because of it.

(End of this chapter)