Chapter 316 The Winged Dragon Knight and the Maid Star Return【5K】
"Back to the lord, my subordinates were thinking about this issue just now..."
I saw Sean, the captain of the pterodactyl knight, taking off his bucket helmet, revealing a resolute middle-aged face with a beard. He answered respectfully with some doubts: "Before the subordinates accept the call, the mount is still beside me." , but after arriving here, I found that the mount was not summoned together.”
"So that's it."
Lei Xiao gently rubbed his chin and nodded thoughtfully.
Although this is his first time recruiting knight-like troops, judging from the current situation.
It seems that only the slave who has signed the master-servant contract can accept the call, not the mount on the side.
"That's all, at least Sean and the others still brought their equipment, unlike a certain girl who left her ancestral staff at home when she accepted the summons."
Thinking to himself, Lei Xiao smiled helplessly.
"Having said that, without a mount, the combat effectiveness and tactical effectiveness of a pterosaur knight will undoubtedly be greatly reduced. We must find new mounts for Sean and others as soon as possible."
Looking at the confused Sean and other new subordinates, Lei Xiao began to make his next plan in his mind.
At this moment, familiar prompts sounded one after another.
[Congratulations, your subordinate, the third-level five-star pterosaur knight Sean, has developed the ultimate admiration for you, and his loyalty has increased by 23 points, currently at 73 points. 】
[Congratulations, your subordinate, the third-order three-star pterosaur knight Luke, has developed the ultimate admiration for you, and his loyalty has increased by 22 points, currently at 72 points. 】
【Congratulations, your subordinate...】
Hearing the expected voice, Lei Xiao raised his eyebrows slightly.
Directly opposite Lei Xiao, the gazes of Sean and the other 10 pterodactyl knights had already become intense.
Whether it was the two gleaming miraculous buildings or the powerful tiger stick as a fifth-level powerhouse, the monstrous momentum emanating from his body all conveyed the same message to them.
That is the lord in front of them who is much stronger than them. He is obviously not an ordinary person!
"It seems that we have arrived at an incredible territory."
Sean and the others, whose eyes became more intense, marveled in their hearts.
"Only Sean's plate armor is level three, are the weapons and armors of the other pterodactyl knights all level two?"
"As usual, the next step is to directly increase the loyalty of these new subordinates to full level."
While Sean and others were amazed, Lei Xiao's mind moved, and ten shining third-level lances and ten sets of fourth-level plate armor appeared in front of everyone in an instant.
For a moment, the emerald green grass shimmered with color, and the brand-new equipment shone in the bright sunshine, reflecting a dazzling light that made it almost difficult to look away.
Just when the 10 new subordinates were shocked beyond measure by the sudden scene in front of them.
Lei Xiao smiled lightly and waved his hand casually, indicating that these equipments had been given to them.
"At this stage, I don't have enough level 4 lances in my hand, so I'll just make do with the level 3 lances I obtained on the battlefield."
"As for the fourth-level plate armor, it is just enough. It is upgraded from the second-level equipment of the previous Great Swordsman Squadron."
Just when Lei Xiao was thinking about this.
Sean and the other ten pterodactyl knights who lost their dragons were pleasantly surprised. Not surprisingly, their loyalty levels all increased to the full 100 points.
"Sean, from now on, we will be partners fighting side by side. I will leave my back to you and help you find a new mount as soon as possible."
After hearing the pleasant prompt, Lei Xiao nodded with satisfaction.
"I would like to thank you very much, Lord!"
The excited Sean and the other 9 pterosaur knights bowed their heads deeply to Lei Xiao again.
Lei Xiao lowered his body to help the opponent up, while opening Sean's attribute bar.
【Name: Sean】
【Occupation: Pterodactyl Knight】
[Level: Level 3, Five Stars]
【Loyalty: 100】
[Skill 1: Collision Stab "Active" (physical single target attack, additional piercing effect)]
[Skill 2: Eagle's Eye "Active" (improves vision and resists blinding effects)]
[Skill Three: Pterodactyl Partner "Passive" (can tame the Sky Pterodactyl to become a mount, and when riding the pterodactyl, the combat ability increases)]
[Skill 4: Lance Mastery "Passive" (moderately increases damage when using a lance)]
"As the captain, Sean's strength is at the third level and five stars, while the rest of the pterodactyl knights are all at the third level and three stars?"
Lei Xiao closed the attribute bar, and with a slight movement in his heart, he handed a storage ring and 30 first- and second-level healing potions to Sean.
With the blessing of these magic potions, the survivability of Sean and others will undoubtedly be greatly improved.
Amidst Sean's excited gratitude, Lei Xiao announced that dinner was ready, and then he and his subordinates enjoyed the delicious meals cooked by top chef Rudy and others on the green grass in the southeast corner of the territory.
Because the taste was so good that demand simply exceeded supply, Rudy and other chefs even added a few extra meals in the middle of the meal, and everyone was full of praise for the food.
It has to be said that under the warm morning light, sitting cross-legged and dining on the green land exuding the fragrance of green leaves and earth is indeed an extremely pleasant thing, making people feel like they are back to nature.
This, for Lei Xiao, who had been living in a metropolis with many high-rise buildings before time travel, is a rare enjoyment of physical and mental pleasure.
During this process, Lei Xiao also called the old butler Ward and the head chef Rudy to his side, and also equipped each of them with a storage ring and a corresponding number of magic potions.
Of course, it also included the fourth-level magic weapon used as a kitchen knife, which was handed over to Rudy who was full of surprise.
Under the warm sun, just after Lei Xiao put the last bite of buttered toast covered with honey into his mouth, the reading prompt sounded.
As soon as the call was connected, Lin's magnetic voice reached Lei Xiao's ears.
"For the information, Lord, after investigation by my subordinates, it was discovered that a third-level personal maid beside Princess Ariel and two third-level deputy squadron captains of the royal guard were born in Kongqing Town and the same in our country. Mailan Town within the sphere of influence ”
At this point, Lin's voice became more excited: "In this way, just as the lord imagined, we can first find a way to subdue these two people, so as to learn more about Ariel from the side. Princess information."
"Lin, you did a great job, thank you for your hard work."
After listening to Lin's report, Lei Xiao nodded with satisfaction.
After having a lobby meeting with Ariel and his party, and after several trials and analyses, Lei Xiao had already come to a conclusion.
That's why Ariel personally led the team to Kongqing Town. The real purpose was to avoid the increasingly fierce competition for the throne in the Cold Flame King's capital.
Moreover, the overt and covert fights between several Leng Yan princes may have threatened Ariel's own life.
It can be imagined that although Ariel, the fifth princess of Leng Yan, has the weakest power, she still has the right to inherit the throne after all.
This alone was enough to give several other crazy princes a reason to attack him.
"What deserves my vigilance is that Ariel's arrival will inevitably attract the attention of other princes."
"We cannot even rule out the possibility that these guys will send elite spies and killers into Kongqing Town to collect intelligence and continue to assassinate Ariel."
Lei Xiao frowned slightly and thought to himself: "At that time, Kongqing Town will undoubtedly become the target of the princes and the huge noble forces under their command."
"However, as the saying goes, opportunities and challenges coexist. While Kongqing Town and even the territory in the forest are threatened, I also have the trump card of Ariel in my hand."
Lei Xiao opened his brows again, stood up from the green grass next to the half-built stone kitchen, and nodded thoughtfully.
"As long as I can take this proud Princess Lengyan under my command and help her seize the throne, then the entire Lengyan Kingdom will undoubtedly be completely under my control."
"Of course, judging from the current situation, it is still extremely difficult to subdue this perverse and willful princess. After all, the other party is the pinnacle of power in the Lengyan Kingdom and a true member of the royal family."
Lei Xiao slowly took a deep breath of the fresh morning air, and his eyes became more serious.
Although the three princes will not leave much time for themselves, they may point their swords at Kongqing Town at any time, triggering a life-or-death battle.
But in order to achieve the goal of conquering Ariel, he must further determine whether the cold flame princess has other unfavorable thoughts or intentions. This is undoubtedly crucial.
"Under this imminent premise, I decided to take a two-pronged approach. Firstly, I sent Nanxing Nanyue to monitor the other party. Secondly, I ordered Lin to investigate the other followers around the princess."
"In this way, I can be targeted and wait for the opportunity to dig into one or more princesses first, and then intuitively understand the true situation of Ariel and her party from these people."
"After all, this time Ariel brought two fourth-order kingdom generals, five third-order personal maids, a directly subordinate second-order battle maid group, and a directly subordinate second-order royal guard."
Thinking of this, Lei Xiao patted the remaining blades of grass on his body, and then said to the sassy female knight on the other end of the conversation: "Lin, wait for me in Kongqing Town. I will take people there in a moment."< br>
After he stopped talking, Lei Xiao asked the main force and the commanders of each squadron to go to the lord's mansion for a meeting, while he thought again.
According to Lin and Nanxing Nanyue's reports, Ariel's trip seems to have another important purpose.
First, she once asked Lin seriously about the detailed geographical environment around Kongqing Town and the distribution of large and small towns.
Second, she once mentioned the words "that incident" many times in conversations with two kingdom generals.
Combining the above two points, it is not difficult to judge that the other party must still be hiding something.
"This matter must be investigated as soon as possible."
Lei Xiao, who had already stepped into the gate of the mansion, went straight to the throne at the top and sat down, and began to prepare for today's work.
Not long after, all the main strong men and commanders were at the bottom.
Lei Xiao, who was sitting on the throne, took a sip of the fragrant tea that the third-level maid had just brewed, and began to arrange today's work.
"Everyone, the work in the territory today is exactly the same as yesterday. There is only one main goal, and that is to connect the city wall composed of 50 fortresses as soon as possible, as well as the construction of city gates and territory kitchens."
Lei Xiao held a steaming cup of tea, while scanning the crowd in the audience, he continued: "The tasks of all squadrons remain the same, just perform their duties."
"Yes! Lord!"
The eight commanders at the bottom and chef Rudy stepped forward in unison, stroking their chests and taking orders.
"Very good. In addition, the daily defense work in the territory must still be given top priority, and there must be no relaxation."
Lei Xiao looked down at the nine subordinates standing neatly, and ordered: "Each squadron must ensure that there is a fully armed team, sticking to their respective posts at all times. Once an accident occurs in the territory, the others must also quickly switch to combat status. .”
"Please rest assured, Lord, my subordinates and others have jointly rehearsed a variety of emergency situations and response measures yesterday."
I saw Bai Zhi, the squadron commander who was already the oldest in the territory, responding with a serious face.
"Well done. If there is an enemy attack, Bai Zhi will be responsible for coordinating the attack of the four long-range squadrons in the territory, while the other four melee squadrons will be left to Rogge."
Lei Xiao pondered for a moment, then said: "I hope you can keep the territory impregnable."
Lei Xiao had already noticed when he annihilated the orc army at the pass.
As the commander of the half-elf archers, Bai Zhi has very good commanding abilities.
In addition, half-elves have inherited the ability of the elves to be close to nature, and they are more comfortable fighting in the forest, so there is no problem.
As the commander of the Heavy Guards Squadron, Rogge is not only the oldest, has rich combat experience, but also has an extremely stable personality. He is also the most suitable candidate among all close combat commanders.
Therefore, Lei Xiao made such an arrangement.
"I obey! Lord, please rest assured!"
The long-haired Bai Zhi and the white-haired Luo Ge touched their chests and saluted at the same time.
"While I'm away, the territory will be handed over to you."
Lei Xiao nodded slightly, then turned his attention to the old housekeeper, and continued: "As for Ward and the four maids, they still assist each barracks in setting up sewage treatment magic arrays and cleaning the lord's mansion."< br>
"Yes! Lord, leave everything to your subordinates."
The old butler performed a standard gentleman's courtesy and responded respectfully.
"Sean, for the time being, you can help Chef Rudy and his friends build the kitchen. Today I will send someone to investigate the distribution of Sky Pterosaurs in the surrounding area and implement your mount issue as soon as possible."
Lei Xiao shook the steaming tea cup and ordered to the pterodactyl knight captain.
"Yes! Lord!"
Sean, who was wearing shining plate armor, immediately bowed and saluted.
"As for Xue Ya and Faxia, they are still refining the Qi Condensing Pill."
Lei Xiao looked at the two noble alchemists standing respectfully, and ordered: "In addition, the materials required for the third-level magic potion have been almost collected, especially the star pattern magic pill, which is an important part of the territory. "The most important thing."
Lei Xiao nodded to the two of them and added: "I hope you will improve your alchemy level as soon as possible and lay the foundation for the next higher-level potions."
"Please rest assured, Lord, my subordinates will do their best!"
Xue Ya and Fasha bowed together and said in unison.
"As for the other strong men, please follow me to Kongqing Town in a moment."
After drinking all the fragrant tea in the cup, Lei Xiao clapped his hands and motioned for everyone to disperse.
After that, Lei Xiao quickly arrived at the small gate on the west side of the territory.
Surrounding Lei Xiao were five people, Huzhang, Chaoyan, Ah Ling, Ah Bing, and Bai Wei.
Not to mention the fifth-level knotweed, Chaoyan, A-Ling, and A-Bing have all reached the peak of the third level.
Even Bai Wei, as a mount, has reached the third level of seven stars.
"Okay, let's set off now."
Lei Xiao nodded to the people around him, turned over and climbed onto the giant white wolf with soft fur.
Then, under the shocked eyes of the gate guards, the group of people turned into shadows and disappeared in front of the city gate in an instant.
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Accompanied by a gust of wind, after arriving at the crowded Kongqing Town, the six Lei Xiao people, who had already put on illusion cloaks, went straight to the secret room of the Phytolacca Trade Fair.
"Lord, this is what happened."
Lei Xiao had just sat down, and Lin, who had been waiting here for a long time, immediately said: "After investigation by my subordinates, it was found that this princess maid from Kongqing Town was born as a commoner. She has been away from home for more than ten years and has no trace of anything in her life. Under such circumstances, it is not easy to be promoted to the third level of power by oneself, and to become the personal maid next to the princess after many selections. "
"It's a pretty good seedling."
Lei Xiao nodded slightly, and then asked: "How much specific information do you know about this maid now?"
"Lord, this maid's name is Xing Hui. Her profession is a sword dancer, a physics profession between an assassin and a swordsman."
Lin straightened the long hair on the back of her head and responded respectfully: "Currently, Xinghui is waiting for Ariel. During this period, he went home once, but he did not see his long-separated family."
"Oh? Why is this?"
A trace of doubt appeared on Lei Xiao's face, and he raised his eyebrows and asked, "Isn't her home in Kongqing Town?"
"That being said, the lord does not know something."
Lin also raised her eyebrows and continued to introduce: "Many years ago, when the previous city lord was in office, he worked with Magishi Town, another town located northwest of Kongqing Town and under the Baibu Mountains, to develop a mineral vein and moved it to A large number of civilians went to work for mining, and Xing Hui’s family was one of them.”
After a pause, Lin shook her head helplessly: "And those residents of Kongqing Town have not returned to their hometowns and are still stranded in Magnet Town."
"It turns out there is such a thing."
A hint of deep thought suddenly appeared on Lei Xiao's face.
Regarding Magnet Town, Lei Xiao had already heard Lin's report before.
This city is about a day and a half by carriage from Kongqing Town. It is located at the foot of the Baibu Mountains and is almost the same size as Kongqing Town.
Like the more distant Gelin City, it is a mining town mainly engaged in ore mining.
At the same time, it is also the nearest large town in the northern area of Kongqing Town.
"Lord, I also heard that the residents of Kongqing Town are often squeezed out by the local residents of Cishi Town, and their lives are very difficult."
Immediately, Lin, who looked helpless, bowed and added.
"I understand, let's go to Magnet Town."
Lei Xiao flexed his muscles and said leisurely to the subordinates beside him: "I am the master of Kongqing Town now, and I will never allow the residents under my rule to be oppressed by others."
"The Lord is mighty!"
After hearing Lei Xiao's sonorous and powerful words, all the subordinates spoke in unison with great excitement. (End of chapter)