What's wrong with me, a mage, loving to farm?

Chapter 195. The Monster and Plant Pet Shop: A Pile of Information

Kroya was completely unaware of what was happening outside; he was sleeping soundly.

He slept for three days and three nights straight—as a level four mage, he could sustain his life for short periods without food.

Even daily metabolism can be stopped.

Therefore, I didn't have to get up to eat because I was hungry or have to get up to go to the toilet during the trip, so I slept very comfortably.

The reason I slept for so long was not only because I felt a lot of pressure in the womb, but also because I can finally feel at ease now.

The merfolk's agreement to grant them safety in the seas and the right to expand their territory was a huge relief.

When people relax, they tend to want to sleep.

Even if there's something urgent for him to deal with, he has to get enough sleep first; nothing is more important than sleep.

"Ah~~~"

"I slept so well."

He stretched lazily, pulled himself out of the blankets covered with the luminous algae, and jumped off the bed barefoot.

She was only wearing a comfortable, close-fitting nightgown, and all the magical artifacts and decorations had been taken off and placed aside.

The environment inside the Orpheus Oak is warm in winter and cool in summer. Even without actively using magic to regulate the temperature, it feels as smooth and warm as fine jade when you step on it.

"~~~"

Humming a little tune, he began to wash up.

While he was washing up, Shark Tower told him about the things that had happened in the outside world, one by one.

Less important is that Baron Kmoyer has seized several more territories, bringing those lords under his command, collected some magical plants and beasts, and the mined ores are being transported over...

Cloa listened to these matters briefly and then indicated that she would leave everything to Robert to handle.

This matter is no longer a big concern for him. He only needs to express his attitude and set a big goal, and leave the rest to his subordinates.

Some of the more important things are:

For example, the Mammon Flower Vine has filled the castle, the restored Gluttony Paradise portal needs to be explored, and the Holy Knights of Salt Mountain are being kept out of the sea by water elementals who want to see him.

Kroya looked in the mirror and listened silently.

After thoroughly washing up, I lay listlessly on the sofa bed, stroking the soft, luminous algae with my fingers.

Then he said, "Let them come, and bring the flower vines with them too."

The more things he has to do, the calmer he becomes.

Being anxious won't solve anything, and besides, he already has enough confidence, so he really doesn't need to worry about so many things.

Just take it slow.

"Yes." Shark Tower Spirit immediately relayed Kroa's order.

Then, through the spatial teleportation channel of the Woody Teng King, it placed a table of three dishes and a soup, along with steamed buns and salted duck eggs, on the table and said:

"Master, this is the food that's been prepared in the kitchen."

The Shark Tower Spirit has now completely replaced the Woody Vine King's original job—the latter now simply helps Kroya monitor the outside situation and acts as a conduit for the transfer of supplies.

This actually made it happier; it was overjoyed as long as it could see the vast world.

Moreover... even Warcraft players get annoyed and tired from work.

In this respect, monsters are no match for man-made tower spirits, which are completely tireless.

"You did a good job today."

Kroya glanced at it, gave a compliment, and began to eat his breakfast—although it was actually noon, he figured he could eat breakfast anytime he wanted.

The three dishes were steamed dragonfish, spicy fish fillets, and stir-fried jellyfish strips with vinegar.

He took a small bite and immediately sensed something was off. He pointed with his chopsticks at the plate containing the steamed arowana and asked curiously:

"Did Treden bring these ingredients back?"

He knew his own standard of living. Although it was considered luxurious compared to most mages of the same level, it shouldn't be that every dish he ate was a level 5 magic fish.

The raw material for this dragonfish is clearly a level 5 Demon Fish Abyss Golden Dragonfish, a special fish found only in the depths of the ocean trench.

If his sea dolphins are already capable of hunting level 5 magical beasts, that would be truly outrageous.

"Yes."

"These were all caught by Treden and his dolphin pods on the seabed, and they're especially for you."

"Where is he now?"

"Look."

Shark Tower had already tuned the television—it showed a huge house built on the coast.

It is constructed entirely of extremely pure obsidian crystal, densely inlaid with numerous oro pink pearls, and surrounded by a ring of gem coral.

Several octopuses float around the house, controlling the seawater to cover it while maintaining its activity and freshness.

From a distance, the houses gleamed in the sunlight.

It was truly dazzling and glittering, so much so that it was impossible to look away.

It's like an underwater crystal palace; the buildings next to it look like thatched huts in comparison.

"Tsk, so this is a prince of the clan... But did I give him those materials before I went to sleep?"

Kroa scratched his head, continuing to stare at the octopuses with a puzzled look.

"This thing..."

He recognized those octopuses; they were the Water Demon Octopuses, specially bred by the Merfolk, the most intelligent of all octopuses.

They are born with the ability to cast various water spells, and are considered pets and assistants of the mermaid royal family. On the black market, one of these octopuses can cost tens of thousands of magic crystals.

It's still available but priceless.

Prince Treden the Mermaid was riding a giant crystal seahorse across the sea, accompanied by several elves also riding seahorses.

Even the Silver Moon Deer was riding a seahorse.

Below the seawater are dolphins and a large number of fish forming a swarm, and there seem to be some killer whales and small whales swimming alongside them.

"Over here, over here!"

"Alas!"

"He jumped up!"

The voice of the little mermaid prince Treden was conveyed very clearly in the video, and the scene was quite joyful.

Kroa: "..."

He stared at the Silver Moon Deer "sitting" on the seahorse in a strange posture for several moments before looking away.

"Seahorses really have a tough job."

"How can a deer perform such a difficult maneuver, weaving its legs between a seahorse's body without falling off? Is this some kind of monster?"

He silently broke open the steamed bun, put the oily salted duck egg inside, and then took a big bite, the salty and fragrant taste filling his mouth.

He ate several bites in a row; the food soothed his stomach and calmed him down completely.

"He seems to be adapting well."

"Let him stay here. I don't even have to build a house for him. It's so convenient."

It's a good thing that Treden can adapt to this place; after all, he's a prince of the merfolk, and if anything happens, he can definitely get help.

Kroya finished her breakfast slowly and carefully. After Shark Tower cleared away the dishes, it brought her a cup of hot milk tea.

After he had finished his breakfast, the shark spirit notified him, "Master, the five Holy Knights have arrived."

"They are waiting for you at the Lotus Guesthouse."

"Hmm." Kroya got up and entered the spatial magic circle, handing over his huge collection to the Shark Tower Spirit before leaving.

At the very least, they should be organized into categories.

He should have given it to him before going to sleep, but he was so tired that he forgot.

Fortunately, it's not too late now.

……

He soon encountered the knights who were waiting for him and greeted them casually:

"Long time no see, everyone."

As he spoke, he naturally took the seat of honor and asked directly, "Is there anything I can help you with?"

I'm quite familiar with these people.

Their squad leader, the level four knight Fernny, had even sparred with Kroya once, only to be easily defeated by him.

The sacred magic they learned was mostly from what they had seen in "Miracle of Light," and also included some knowledge that angels had passed on to Chloe.

It's practically countered by Kroa.

Fighting them was not even as difficult as subduing the sea monsters.

Everywhere, the strong are respected, especially in a world where such great power belongs to the extraordinary. Therefore, they greatly admired Kroya.

"It's been more than twenty days since we last met."

Fernny said, "We have received orders from the Holy See Code State to immediately proceed to the Yavana Holy Mine to establish an outpost."

"So...we'd like to invite you to come along."

He was clearly a little embarrassed when he said this. His religious beliefs were not particularly fanatical, and he would not force people to do anything.

Uh……

Kroya immediately shook her head and refused: "I will not leave so easily."

But what's your reason for wanting me to go? I'm just an ordinary mage; going there won't be of any help.

"..."

Ordinary mage?

The holy knights all wore expressions that were hard to describe. If all mages were as ordinary as you, then this world would have been dominated by mages long ago.

Fernny explained:

"That area has been infected by the claws and teeth of Lady Fungus, and has almost become a death maze. I would like to invite you to go and see those fungi and see if there is any way to solve the problem."

In my opinion, your research on magical plants and magical beasts surpasses that of the Church of the Earth Mother and the elven druids.

To avoid another direct refusal from Chloe, Fernny immediately stated the conditions she had agreed upon with the Knights:

"If you are willing to go, the Vatican Code will issue you a St. Bethlehem Star badge."

Kroya looked somewhat confused.

What is this thing?

Seeing Kroya's confusion, Father Kevin quickly explained, "That's a second-class badge issued to non-Catholics. Possessing that badge grants one the title of viscount in the Codex Kingdom."

Although it was only an honorary viscountship.

To be honest, the titles of nobility in the Papal States are universally recognized across the entire continent. In fact, the title of viscount is even more prestigious than that of duke in the Kingdom of Norland.

But...

The greater the temptation offered, the more complicated the matter is.

Moreover, leaving his warm and comfortable little home for the distant Yavana Holy Mine was absolutely not in line with his character.

So he directly refused: "No."

Before the knights could persuade him further, he offered his solution: "I will arrange for my men to go with you. I need you to allocate a piece of land for me within the base that the Knights are developing."

I will have my subordinates open a shop selling Warcraft monsters, magical plants, and battle pets, as well as a shop selling magical potions.

"You all know about my potion, right? What do you think of its effects? Is it useful on the front lines?"

Of course they know.

Because of the exceptional quality of the raw materials and the unique manufacturing process, each of the potions made by Kroya has an excellent effect.

It even surpasses the potions they brought back from the Salt Mountain Knights. Although the potions are still a bit low-level, that's good for them right now.

Those who suffer the most in war are always the lower classes, whether they go to the battlefield or not; it is always the lower classes who suffer the most.

If Kroya were to actually produce those high-level or even top-tier level four or five potions, the soldiers, mages, and paladins stationed on the front lines simply wouldn't be able to afford them.

So a lower level is just right.

Even if the Kingdom of Law takes the lead, and there are mages and armies from several other countries involved, it is impossible to truly take care of everyone.

In contrast, they didn't pay much attention to the magical beasts, magical plants, and battle pets that Kroya mentioned.

Does buying it mean you'll accept taming?

Nowadays, what kind of magical beasts and magical plants don't require long-term taming to achieve true understanding? Are you going to buy them just to use them as cannon fodder?

So they didn't pay much attention.

Fernny simply answered Chloe's request: "Yes, I will personally apply for a safe area for you to open your shop."

"it is good."

Afterwards, Kroya discussed some details with them, and then called over Ott and Mil, telling them to pack their things and prepare to go to the Yavana Holy Mine with the knights.

"Take a few people with you. I will send you the necessary materials through the Holy Spring Chamber of Commerce when you arrive."

"Remember, if there are any that can be saved, rescue them and bring them back to me."

His words were actually an explicit indication—he was referring to those tortured people infected by the Yavana Holy Mine, who would become his best subordinates.

Of course, the Holy Knights were completely unaware of Kroya's implication.

They thought that Kroya had instructed his men to rescue anyone they found who could be saved.

Several holy knights expressed their gratitude to Chloe.

"Your kindness and goodness will be blessed by God."

"Your path will always be wide and smooth."

They were so generous with their praise that Chloe felt his face burning – such sincere compliments made him a little embarrassed.

To avoid giving himself away, he waved to the knights to go and rest first, and then they would leave together later.

After the knights left, he gave a few more instructions to Mil and Ott before returning to his laboratory.

I started to think carefully about the Warcraft Plant Battle Pet Shop.

To be honest, this Warcraft and Plant Pet Shop wasn't exactly a spur-of-the-moment idea; we'd had the idea for a while, but hadn't taken any action yet.

The reason was that he discovered that although he was working hard and diligently to cultivate all kinds of magical beasts and magical plants, their mutation effects were far less than those of magical beasts and magical plants in the outside world.

The overly stable environment even diminished the desires of the magical beasts and plants, thus eliminating the prerequisite for the Astral Spirit Imprint Technique to take effect.

So he wondered if he could cultivate some magical plants and beasts that were friendly and loyal to humans and sell them, so that they could accompany their owners on adventures and training.

By providing free medical and material assistance regularly, people can be attracted to send their magical beasts and magical plants back for inspection, thus establishing a connection with the magical beast and magical plant pet shop.

The ever-changing environment outside will surely cause magical beasts and magical plants to have a desire to mutate. I will then make some modifications and record the magical patterns of these magical beasts and magical plants.

In this way, various mutated magical beasts and magical plants should be produced in an endless stream, and I will also have more ideas and inspiration.

At worst, we can imitate a certain anime we've seen before, hold competitions and assessments for magical beasts and magical plants, and recruit the best among them with generous treatment.

Isn't this how power develops?

Now that he has enough resources and supplies, what he wants to pursue is a larger space and a wider world; staying in one corner is definitely not an option.

Anyone associated with the Warcraft Plant Pet Shop will become his source of information and intelligence.

The more he thought about it, the more feasible his method seemed. However, he still needed to carefully consider which types of magical beasts and magical plants to sell.

The most important thing is to get them to get close to humans. You don't need to tame them directly, but they must get close to humans.

After thinking for a while, he was about to pick up a pen and paper to start taking notes when he suddenly noticed the Holy Spring Crystal Card lying to the side, which was shining brightly.

It seems to have been flashing for a long time.

But he buried it among a pile of rings and bracelets, which all emitted a bright magical light, thus concealing it.

So they didn't even notice it.

"No wonder I felt like something was missing after I woke up; it turns out I didn't have any missed calls."

Kroya reached out and picked up the Holy Spring Crystal Card, and several pieces of information immediately appeared on it—Flame Mountain Lord, Gray Sand Lord, Pit Lord, Sun Bay Lord… and Estner.

A whole bunch of missed messages were waiting for him to process.

Suddenly, everything went black before his eyes, and he inexplicably recalled the terrifying memory of waking up in his previous life to a pile of unread messages and missed calls.

After hesitating for a moment, he decided to first see what the lords outside had sent him.

"Let me see what they sent me first, then I'll talk to Estner in person."

He began to peruse these messages one by one.

The more he looked, the more serious his expression became.

First, there was the Pit Lord, who told me that the situation at the Yavana Holy Mine was getting worse and that he wanted to buy some mycelium, offering an extremely high price—soul crystals.

That thing is a special crystal that can enhance the spirituality of soul-based beings; only some demon craftsmen in the lower planes can create it.

Clearly, this guy probably guessed that I was raising tower spirits, since I bought the solution through the Mage Lord Alliance and there are transaction records.

Secondly, there were messages from the Lord of Flame Mountain and the Lord of Sun Bay. The two of them gave essentially the same information, suggesting that Kroya consider the possible invitation from the Lord of Gray Sand.

Finally, there's the Sand Lord.

He once again hoped that Kroya would provide him with enough food, promising to give Kroya a territory that he could govern himself in absolute security.

The signature was from an hour ago.

"Does he really need food? Yangwan and Yanshan also want me to consider it. Has this guy already convinced the other lords?"

"They're quite capable."

"Looks like I really need to think about it."

After reading the messages, Kroya did not respond immediately, but instead planned to meet with Estner to discuss the matter further.

After all, he genuinely knew nothing about what was happening outside.

Making a choice without sufficient information is absolutely foolish.

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