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

Chapter 173: Chatting and ways to enhance your origin
Old gentleman Humbert sat on the brown leather sofa next to Rod.

"Fried Argyle's transformation into a demon has irritated the new management of Windwind City. Although he is a marginalized descendant of the Argyle family, they are afraid of angering those in power within the Argyle family. As the acting management of Windwind City, they have decided to deal with the matter as soon as possible."

Witch Demia: "And the rebel Lucius of Coral Bay, a tiefling wizard in league with Purgatory, is naturally believed to be involved in this matter."

Rhodes picked a crystal grape from the fruit bowl next to him.

Soft and saggy.

It is said that it was grown by farmers in Quartz Town, and it doesn't seem to be a very good variety.

There is a place called Jinyang Plateau to the north of Coral Bay, which is an area with developed agriculture.

At this time of year in previous years, all kinds of crops would pass through the trade route in front of Coral Bay, cross the Dusk Hills, and come to Quartz Town to export fresh fruits.

But this year, the Brotherhood of the Ruins has been elusive in Dusk Hills, occasionally committing highway robberies, so there aren't that many of them.

Rhode: "With this matter so settled, is there any need for negotiations with Stormwind City?"

Demia: "It's still because of the civil unrest. The situation in the city is more serious than we imagined. Even at this point, they can only send two high-level sixth-level warriors."

"Two high-level sixth-level players?"

Rhodes shook his head.

It's useless.

Old Gentleman Humbert said, "It's mainly to test the enemy's military strength. The blockade in Coral Bay is too tight, and the information from the bards is unreliable. They might falsify the situation to save their reputation and join forces with Quartz Town to investigate. On the one hand, they want to bring in the land Nagas who have not been working so far, and on the other hand, they probably want to take advantage of your reputation, Mr. Rhodes."

Rhodes chuckled twice and did not answer.

Forget about the matter of Quartz Town and the forest. He has lived here for many years and has developed feelings for the place. There is nothing wrong with him defending his homeland.

But if you want me, a forest ranger, to help you recover the lost territory, we have to carefully consider the pros and cons.

Humbert obviously understood what he meant and did not continue on this topic.

Now to the recent joke:

"Speaking of which, those Nagas were making a scene outside the City Hall early this morning, claiming that a precious gem trader claiming to be an official from Quartz Town had cheated them out of their weapons and equipment."

Demia smiled and said, "Where can we find official precious gemstone traders in Quartz Town?"

"That's right, I knew right away they were being scammed. Hehe. Mr. Rhodes' tree spirit friend scared them last night, and when I saw them again this morning, they had completely lost their arrogant attitude. During the commotion, they only dared to utter a few trash words."

This matter is related to Rhodes.

The things are still in his magic bag, so I won’t comment on them.

Demia: "No wonder I saw several reporters from the newspaper here just now. I'm sure there will be a new fraud case in the Snow Hill Evening News soon."

We chatted for a while.

It was getting late.

Rhodes and Demia had a quick meal at a small restaurant next to the city hall.

As for why there were two people instead of Rhodes, Demia and Humbert together?

Because old turtle man Humbert wanted to spend more sweet time with his stepdaughter before her husband came to Quartz Town.

This old guy is still lustful. Anyone can feel that his energy is weaker than before.

Rod was not interested in this unhealthy love life at all.

Wind Wall Forest.

Baiyu District.

A newer and larger magic tree house has been erected here.

Serves as a temporary treatment hospital for orc Amy, zombie Selina and Tylee.

When Rhodes came in carrying pastries, desserts and dinner main courses, the fragrance instantly filled the room.

The ponygirl, acting as a makeshift nurse, popped her head out of the cubicle and ran out in surprise.

The elf Callister and the half-deer man Xiao Ke also temporarily put down their healing spells and left the patient's compartment.

The four of them came to a table outside the tree house.

He activated the [Brightness] spell and enjoyed his meal while listening to the chirping of insects at night. Tylee was the least injured, and she always wanted to stick close to her master when she saw him.

But some powerful healing spells would cause strong sleepiness after the operation, so she simply made her succubus body smaller and sat in Rhodes' arms, falling asleep.

The horns on his forehead were a little soft when relaxed, and they pressed against his shoulders, but he didn't feel uncomfortable.

Rhodes patted her back gently, as if coaxing a child.

[Terry's obedience to you +3, current obedience: 78]

Callister frowned. "Seventh-level Hellfire injuries are difficult to treat, even with her good fire resistance. Until she's fully healed, don't eat too vigorously."

Before Rhodes could react, Xiao Ke's face flushed red and he said hurriedly, "Calliste, Bond is still here!"

However, Bond buried his head in his food, blocking out all external sounds.

I didn't care about them at all.

"Is this a secret? No living creature can survive without its corresponding food. For a succubus, it's just an appetite. Bond, sit up straight and eat!"

The elf's face was expressionless.

Xiao Ke was stunned for a moment and murmured: "Is it just appetite?"

After saying that, he secretly glanced at Rhodes.

Noticing her gaze, the ranger who was secretly pinching the succubus's little butt smiled at her.

"There's fern and mushroom soup. Didn't you say you liked it before? And here's the honey soufflé."

The half-deer man couldn't help but chuckle: "You... you still remember what I like to eat?"

"Of course, I remember the dishes everyone in the forest likes. Look, this is Bond's favorite wild vegetable beef roll, and that is Callister's favorite moongrass stewed silver trout and emerald salad."

The elf, who was gracefully placing a piece of silver trout into his mouth, froze.

The half-deer man was instantly furious: "Disgusting! Stalker!"

Bond corrected him: "You're wrong, Rod. I like all the dishes here!"

"Okay, okay." Rhodes smiled and patted her head.

soon.

Everyone finished their meal.

After eating, Bond began to lie down.

But Xiao Ke pushed him to deal with the post-meal garbage.

Callister: "Human, you defeated a seventh-level being without a single injury?"

"I'm indeed not injured, but I used a very consuming spiritual technique, and it took me a full five minutes to recover."

A full five minutes?
After using some high-level spells, you won't be able to get out of bed for ten days or half a month, so five minutes is enough.

Callister didn't bother with the details.

He chanted a spell softly and cast a [Constitution Analysis] on him.

"Muscle strength, bone density, and internal organ condition are all good. It's better to say that he's much stronger than the average sixth-level warrior, and he has no hidden injuries."

Rhodes: "I want to enhance my physical strength and other essences. Any suggestions?"

[Blessing of the Ancient Sky Tree] is his current killer move.

But it will take five minutes to use up, and this side effect is really uncomfortable.

To avoid these side effects, we must start from the source of the body.

"Permanent magic potions, arduous warrior training, resonance of natural elements, power contracts with higher beings, bloodline awakening, and swallowing precious medicines are nothing more than these."

Callister pulled out a test tube bottle from her spell bag, which contained half a bottle of bubbling red potion.

"Drink it."

Rod did as he was told.

(End of this chapter)