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

Chapter 269. Construction is about to begin; the wedding and blessing ceremony.

Ten minutes later.

Kroya looked at the pile of things in front of him and fell into deep thought.

To be more precise, it's a complete set.

For example, the group of golems that Chloe was looking at, holding various musical instruments, including harps, drums, harmonicas, and recorders, were eager to try their hand at it.

They look like those big-headed roly-poly dolls, which are quite cute and endearing, but they also have a cheap feel to them, like souvenirs bought on the street.

Who would have thought this was a level 5 golem (Warcraft)?

But that was his only gain. Luck was not on his side. After drawing two useless ornaments, he received this consolation prize.

He sighed softly and accepted his bad luck, not expecting to get a usable item in just three draws.

"The Golem Band, which sets the atmosphere."

"How do we create the right atmosphere?"

Kroa tilted her head and poked the lead golem: "Want a more upbeat tune?"

The golem, with its long hair, hat, and artist-like appearance, immediately nodded and waved its baton.

The next second, the golems all raised their instruments and began to play their own music, following the conductor's lead.

"~~~"

Joyful music immediately resounded throughout the Mage Tower.

"Why."

"This music..."

Kroa squinted slightly, carefully listening to the music they were playing, and suddenly found it quite pleasant to listen to.

The fact that so many different instruments could be perfectly coordinated makes it a true symphony.

But... it was really a bit too loud.

The music echoed throughout the entire mage tower, and even reached outside, covering most of the Hanjiao Island.

People looked up at the tower in the center of the island and couldn't help but murmur among themselves:

"What is Lord Chloe doing?"

"It sounds different from the music we used to hear."

"Why do I want to dance so much..."

The cheerful music, once it left the mage tower, became even more unrestrained, resounding through the sky and making people eager to jump along.

Although they hadn't learned much about dance, their bodies unconsciously started to sway and move. The movements weren't very graceful, but they were very happy.

From a distance, it looked like a chaotic dance of demons.

"..."

Kroya, inside the mage tower, witnessed all of this through the Woody Curved Vine Shield. After remaining silent for a while, she simply sent the entire band of golems away.

"You should play soothing music regularly after people finish get off work in the evening to help them relieve fatigue."

At that moment, he was actually thinking of the scenes of elderly people dancing in the square in the past—of course, the elderly people were still better at it.

He knew that these golems had no side effects; they were simply able to evoke emotions through music, and even ordinary people wouldn't be harmed by hearing them.

Of course, they also have research value. For example, the magic runes inside and those special magical instruments can be studied in detail.

Perhaps if the research is successful, we can create a battle mage's magic circle, or a musical instrument magic artifact, using those musical instruments and magic runes.

However, he still needs to focus on his own factory and college, so he has to put it on hold for now.

The sooner the factories and colleges are completed, the sooner the apprentices can receive their training, and the production output can be doubled.

In comparison, factories and colleges are definitely more important.

……

After half an hour.

"Apprentices still in the North, please assemble at the Golden Apple Paradise on the Isle of Hammerwood!"

Accompanied by broadcasts that resounded throughout the entire northern region.

All the apprentices still in the North immediately put down their work and excitedly rode the spatial magic circle back to the Isle of Reef.

They all had smiles on their faces on the way back.

"Lord Kroya has finally come out!"

"I haven't seen an adult for five whole years!"

"Ah, I miss you so much, sir!"

As the apprentices marched in neat rows toward the entrance to the Golden Apple Dreamland, they discussed animatedly.

Although the Oak Tree Miffy Intarling and even Mia maintained order on the entire Han Reef Island for the past five years, they still felt uneasy because they had not seen Kroya.

Now that Kroya has issued an order for them to return, they naturally rushed back immediately, not caring about anything else.

When they gathered in the Golden Apple Park and saw Kroya sitting on the high platform, almost everyone could hardly hide their excitement and blatant worship.

In the North, they were considered impeccably dressed mages and knights, but in front of Chloe, they always had only one identity—

apprentice.

If it weren't for Kroya's strict prohibition against worshipping him, most of the apprentices would probably be prostrating themselves in worship of Kroya by now.

"This faith is terrifying. Thank goodness I gave it all to Valhalla."

Kroya took in the expressions of the apprentices below the stage and clicked his tongue in amazement.

He then composed himself and, without using any amplification magic, his voice resonated throughout the entire meeting room.

"You have all done a great job over the past five years."

His gaze swept over the apprentices, including Jamie, Lina, Ott, Samir, and Elena.

His eyes showed considerable satisfaction and praise.

The apprentices who were being looked at by him would proudly raise their heads, enjoying the envious and jealous looks from their peers.

After looking around and giving positive feedback to some of the apprentices, he said:

"The apprentices who make contributions will receive better rewards, and you should also receive some rewards."

"For the next seven days, everything in the Underwater Park and Golden Apple Park will be free for you to enjoy."

"This is what you deserve. Hard work will always be rewarded, and effort will always pay off."

The apprentices' eyes lit up, but they managed to suppress their cheers.

It's free!

And there's a full seven-day holiday!

Paid leave with unlimited shopping and enjoyment—it goes without saying how valuable that is. They're already planning their vacations in their minds.

But when the mage apprentices heard what Kroya said next, they immediately forgot all about their vacation—

"Next, I will teach you a completely new meditation method and build magic academies with different attributes in the sea and on the land."

Those who wish to learn and specialize in a particular type of magic can register at the Magic Management Office on Reef Island.

Upon hearing this, the apprentices could no longer contain themselves, becoming even more excited than when they heard about paid leave and free shopping, and they began to discuss it animatedly.

A brand new method of meditation!

The number of apprentices has long exceeded ten thousand. Some are more talented and can continue to progress even if their meditation skills are relatively weaker; others are not so talented, and their strengths and weaknesses in meditation skills become apparent.

Some people have already considered purchasing meditation methods, but meditation methods are really expensive and there are no channels to do so.

The space for advancement is firmly controlled by a select few; only Kroya is so generous in giving them these resources and opportunities.

Now that Kroya is going to give them a completely new meditation method, why are they still resting? They should hurry up and learn and adapt to the new meditation method.

And didn't Lord Chloe just say that he wanted to establish a magic academy?

Is it construction?

That's something we're good at!

Some of the civil engineering mages' eyes immediately lit up, and they looked at Kroya pitifully, hoping that the task could be assigned to them.

That way, when they get into an argument with someone, they can simply point to the ground and say, "The floor you're standing on right now was laid by me!"

Even if I have children in the future, I can proudly tell them, "The college you're attending now was built by your father/mother!"

That feeling was indescribably exhilarating; just thinking about it makes me tremble with excitement.

On the stage, Kroya naturally saw the eager looks of the apprentices. After thinking for a moment, he said, "The construction of the academy needs to be divided into different groups."

Whoever wants to learn a particular elemental attribute can build that academy. I will give you this power; feel free to design and form teams.

However, the blueprints will be reviewed by me and the tower spirit personally.

The blueprints from that group are the best; I will carve their names on the base of the magic tower at the entrance of the academy.

"It will endure forever with the academy."

The apprentices: "!!!"

This was no longer just a matter of being impressed; almost everyone was now burning with fighting spirit—as long as the academy existed, this was an honor that could be passed down through generations!

Is it too late to learn now?

Civil engineering magic seems like a very promising profession...

The knights felt that although they didn't understand, they had strength, so why not join in, or at least carve their names on the foundation?

But the more excited they became, the more serious Kroya's expression became, and he said in a deep voice, "This is not just an honor for you, but also a responsibility."

Every building on campus must have a responsible person. If any quality issues arise, I will hold them accountable for life.

This is indeed a very serious issue, but the apprentices all said, "We will definitely do it seriously!"

"Lord Chloe, please rest assured!"

"That's our academy, we'll definitely build it properly!"

In their view, holding someone accountable is not a problem at all, or rather, if someone really does something wrong and causes problems for the college, then they will truly be nailed to the pillar of shame.

The thought of themselves, or even their family and friends, being looked down upon made them tremble; they felt they would rather be dead.

Kroya was surprised that they would think that way. She felt a little gratified and a little emotional. Cutting corners and taking kickbacks were practically non-existent in the North.

Perhaps in their view, only by having some strict rules can the honors they receive be made more brilliant and dazzling.

So he was quite satisfied and continued:

"I'm glad you think this way. These academies will be the official magic academies of Hanju Island, and all the magicians of the North will come from here in the future."

"Perhaps in the future, when you are old, young students will also give you holiday gifts and blessings."

The apprentices' excitement gradually subsided under Kroya's words, like a volcano being forcibly suppressed.

The calm we maintain now is for the sake of a powerful eruption in the future.

Magic school...

What a beautiful name!

He smiled slightly.

"I have also purchased knowledge about knights and warriors, which will be distributed shortly."

They certainly don't need to rebuild schools, since they already have extremely well-established academies. Warriors and knights are better off than mages in this respect, and they don't have high requirements for the location.

This made the knights and warriors, the combat professions, very happy. They would be able to learn more sophisticated skills, which would be a good thing for them to enrich themselves.

After discussing the arrangements regarding knowledge, Chloe brought up another important matter:

"And then there's the construction of the factory."

"Within the air coral base, I will re-designate a factory area, where I plan to build two brand-new factories and improve the space transportation array."

"After these two factories are completed, the existing factories will be renovated, and improvements will be made to some key areas."

"I will personally oversee the construction of this project."

"The blueprints will be distributed gradually after you finish your seven-day holiday. Those who are experienced will be given priority if they want to participate."

As soon as he finished speaking, the apprentices began to say:

"Can't we wait until it's covered before resting?"

"We can rest after we finish this!"

"Teacher, let's get to work first!"

It's not that they are truly tireless, only caring about work and unwilling to rest.

Kroya's words had them so excited that they were practically bursting with enthusiasm. They couldn't bear to go on vacation right now.

That's why it was suggested that we wait until after the holiday to take a vacation, so that we could have a more comfortable break.

"Wait a minute, calm down." Kroya pressed down with his palm, a smile on his face. "I know you're all eager to get started, but studying is a must."

"I need to personally inspect the site before I can hand over the construction drawings to you, which will take time."

He paused here, then suddenly changed the subject, bringing up another matter:

"During this busy period of my life, I heard from the tower that many newborns were being born."

Upon hearing this, a small group of apprentices blushed slightly—they weren't actually that old, but that's just how the world is; they got married very young and didn't have any protective measures.

So having children is quite normal, but hearing their beloved teacher say that still made them blush.

Kroya couldn't change this either. Fortunately, this was a magical world, and with timely adjustments, her body wouldn't be ruined by premature childbirth.

He values ​​this new generation of newborns very much.

Growing up in the environment of the Reef Island, their starting point is definitely much higher than that of their father and mother, and they will be absolutely loyal to Kroya.

The training of younger generations is extremely important.

So he decided...

"I will bless all the children born in the North and on the Isle of Ham, and may they grow up strong and healthy."

"I will hold a blessing ceremony the day after tomorrow."

"I will ask my merfolk friends to join me in blessing these children."

His voice echoed in the ears of the apprentices who were already parents, and without a word, they immediately began to worship Kroya.

"Thank you, Lord Chloe!"

Although there weren't many people, their voices resounded throughout the entire meeting room, showing just how happy and excited they were.

Cloa smiled and waited for them to get up before continuing:

"There's one more thing."

"I sincerely hope that you can live a better life, settle down in this land of the North, and walk hand in hand on a road that goes further and further."

"You may get married at different times, but I still hope to hold a group wedding for you as a way of giving you my blessings."

"The date is set for tomorrow."

As he spoke, his gaze fell on Jamie.

"Jamie," he called out.

The guy immediately stood up straight, his dark face flushed red as if it were about to bleed—he was excited.

"I'm especially happy for you." Kroya made no attempt to hide his favoritism: "You did an excellent job, both in the North and the Grey Desert."

I am proud of you, and I sincerely hope that you will have a better life.

The Sand Lord has already sent me a message, and I've accepted.

According to the customs of the Gray Desert, you need to hold your wedding some time later, and at your wedding... I will give you and your wife a gift.

The apprentices looked at him with envy and jealousy, but also with admiration, because Jamie was truly doing exceptionally well, to the point of being impeccable.

Jamie took a few deep breaths to calm himself, then bowed to Chloe: "Thank you, mentor!"

"You're welcome, Jamie~" Chloe was genuinely happy, her voice rising slightly at the end.

Jamie was so happy he could only grin like an idiot.

Seeing him sit down, Kroya waved his hand: "You'll have a day off after the mass wedding and blessing ceremony, and then you can start working."

"Now, please set up the venue yourselves!"

As soon as he finished speaking, the apprentices shouted in unison—

"yes!"

The sound resounded through the sky.

They then left in an orderly fashion with smiles on their faces, intending to find a place to set up the venue. Although some of them were still pitifully single, it didn't stop them from offering their blessings to their friends and partners.

As Chloe watched them leave, she was about to go herself when she suddenly heard the tower spirit's voice: "My lord, the mage city of Star Town has finally extended an invitation to you!"

Kroya blinked, then pouted and said, "Five years and you only just sent an invitation? Have those people rusted?"

"Hmph, just you wait. I'll reply to them after I've finished these things."

He was indeed very dissatisfied.

I'm already a level six mage, do you think Star Town doesn't even look down on level six mages?

However, what he didn't know was that... something had indeed happened in Star Town, and all messages sent to Star Town were temporarily suspended.

It's still being discussed right now.

However, he doesn't know or care about these things now, and even if he did find out, he probably wouldn't be particularly shocked.

He also has to participate in weddings and blessing ceremonies, and there are so many factories to select, measure, and survey. His time is extremely valuable!

So after casually telling the tower spirit a few words, he planned to start the initial preparations, something only he could accomplish.

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(End of this chapter)