Chapter 195, Investigating the Murderer
"Really?"
Petty saw that Fang Hao didn't look like he was joking.
But when the neighbors got to know each other, it still didn't seem like they were coming from Fang Hao's mouth.
"Really, and the time must be quick, it is best to gather all these people tomorrow." Fang Hao emphasized the time.
Patty's expression became serious, it seemed that something important had happened.
"My lord, may I know the reason?"
With Fang Hao's character, he suddenly started to pay attention to the area around the Pig Village. Something must have happened.
"It's okay to tell you, but don't reveal it to others." Fang Hao said.
"I understand, my lord."
"In the Bloody Mountains north of Pigman Village, there is a Bloodthroat tribe. Have you heard of it?" Fang Hao asked.
Petty shook his head, "Sir, Pigman Village was moved here later, and not much is known here."
"Well, the Bloodthroat tribe is a troll tribe, and it is very likely that they will launch an attack on us. In order to ensure safety, I want to reduce all possible dangers, including the scattered tribes north of the village." Fang Hao explained. .
Patty's expression became even more ugly.
She never expected that the troll tribe would attack from the north of the village.
In this case, the village will be implicated immediately.
"S-Sir, what should we do?" Petty was a little flustered for a moment, and the first thought in his mind was to move the village.
Or hide first and come back when the battle is over.
"Don't worry, things haven't reached the stage of war yet. You first find a way to summon all the clan leaders from the north."
"Okay, sir, I'll do it right away." Petty nodded in agreement.
After explaining the matter, Fang Hao walked out of the patriarch's hall, and Petty began to study the reasons for summoning these patriarchs.
We don’t keep in touch much on weekdays, so it’s definitely not realistic to treat them to dinner.
You also need to think of a reason that is compelling enough for them to come.
After Fang Hao left the Patriarch's Hall, he went straight to the center of the Pig Village.
Open the Book of Lords and go to the Buildings column.
[Tower of the Dead (Purple): Hardwood 3350, Stone Brick 4500, Iron 1200, Trace of Death 120, Shadow Stone 30.]
The Tower of the Dead is a blueprint that Fang Hao previously obtained as a reward.
There was a shortage of shadow stones at that time, so it was not built.
This time, I obtained enough shadow stones in the Vampire Tomb to build this building.
After choosing the location, build directly.
Purple light flashed, and a towering building appeared in front of you.
【Tower of the Dead (Purple)】
【Category: Undead Architecture】
[Ability: Increase the range of the divine presence. 】
(Description: Special buildings for the undead camp, which can be built in cities/villages within the territory, and can increase the scope of the divine presence.)
The Tower of the Dead is more like a modern communication signal tower.
Send signals to farther locations.
Previously, Fang Hao needed to use Divine Presence in the Pigman Village to drive troops to operate on the edge of the Bloody Mountains.
With the Tower of the Dead, you can cast Divine Presence in your territory without having to go to the Pig Village yourself.
"Lord, the people who contacted other clan leaders have already set off, and you will get a reply in the afternoon." Petty came over at this time and said softly.
"Well, what's the reason?"
When you call all these guys together, you have to think of a reason why they have to come.
"For the mining rights of large mines, Pigman Village has discovered a mining area. If it is unable to mine on its own, it needs to cooperate with other villages. It needs to be discussed on site with who to mine." Petty said flatly.
That's a good idea.
In this area, mining has both benefits and credibility.
"Can the time be determined?" Fang Hao continued to ask.
"Tomorrow at noon, in Pig Village."
Seeing Petty's worried look, Fang Hao said: "Okay, you don't have to worry, I will arrange the negotiations."
"Okay, my lord."
After dealing with the matters in the Pig Village, Fang Hao and An Jia boarded the Bone Dragon again and returned to their territory.
……
Had lunch.
Fang Hao and An Jia then transferred to the monitor lizard and headed to Purul City.
As soon as he entered the city, Fang Hao felt that there was a tense atmosphere in the city.
There were many more guards and more frequent patrols.
When passing by the tavern, I saw that the tavern was closed and there were guards guarding it.
It seems that what happened last night has attracted the attention of the city lord.
"Master."
When he came to the store, Xiaobai saw Fang Hao and took the initiative to greet him.
The cleaning work is going on quickly, today is the renovation and repair of the outside walls.
"What's going on on the other side?" Fang Hao pointed to the tavern.
"I heard that someone died in the tavern opposite, and several of them died. The guards came several times throughout the morning to ask some questions." Xiaobai replied.
These maids had no idea what Fang Hao had done.
All I know is that someone is dead on the other side, and it has nothing to do with them.
"Are there no witnesses who saw the murderer?" Fang Hao looked in the direction of the pub.
"I don't know. It depends on the situation. I don't know the identity of the murderer. Otherwise, the guards wouldn't be investigating around now." Xiaobai continued to answer.
If the identity of the murderer is known, action will be taken immediately.
Instead of conducting door-to-door inquiries, he looked like he was unsure of the murderer.
"Oh." Fang Hao agreed, feeling much relieved.
Just then.
A group of guards came over from a distance.
He stopped in front of Fang Hao and said: "Mr. Fang Hao, the city lord, please come over."
Fang Hao raised his eyebrows. The other party came over to invite him as soon as he entered the city. It seemed that the city lord had been waiting for him.
Did he find out that he was the one who killed last night?
No, unless this old guy can tell fortunes.
"Let's go, I happen to have something to see the city lord." Fang Hao said.
Under the guidance of the guards, they entered the city lord's mansion unimpeded.
In the meeting hall, the city lord Cyril was sitting on the main seat and waiting.
"Lord City Lord." Fang Hao smiled.
Basically, I have determined in my heart that the other party has absolutely no idea that he was responsible for the death last night.
Not so worried anymore.
City Lord Cyril also showed a smile and said: "Mr. Fang Hao, sit down."
Fang Hao and An Jia sat down on the seats next to them.
"Something happened in the pub in the city last night. Did Mr. Fang Hao hear about it?" Cyril asked directly.
Fang Hao frowned and said, "When I entered the city just now, I heard from my men that the murderer was caught?"
"Not yet? I would like to ask how many servants you left in the city last night and how strong they are."
Cyril looked directly into Fang Hao's eyes, as if to discern whether his words were true.
Fang Hao did not hesitate and said directly: "There are 12 fourth-level infantrymen, and the rest are all first-level orc maids. The Lord of the City won't think that I did it, right? I am a businessman and I don't like to fight and kill."
Cyril stared at Fang Hao's expression, but still found nothing wrong.
He said: "Well, it seems that the deaths of these mercenaries are due to their internal vendetta."
As a mercenary, even if you have a legal status, you still do bad things.
Many mercenaries are just a group of bandits with legal names.
The death of such people in retaliation is higher than the casualties caused by missions.
It seems that Cyril attributed the inconclusive incident to the vendetta among the mercenaries.
Fang Hao didn't want to continue chatting with him on this topic.
He spoke directly, interrupting Cyril's thinking.
"By the way, Lord City Lord, I wonder if you have white steel ingots here." (End of Chapter)