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Chapter 525 524. Are you saying goodbye? Are you still spreading dog food? -[Monthly ticket plus update 610]

After the administrator Alpha disclosed the news that "closed beta is coming", it was like a bolt of lightning that struck most of the people online on the forum, making them discuss in the group more and more energetically.

This group currently has nearly 3000 people, and the activity level is frighteningly high. This will stir up a lot of waves, and the messages sent in the group will be so fast that normal people cannot catch them. They are basically 10 in 999 seconds. level.

It is impossible to chat in this situation.

Therefore, several major guilds have started discussions in their own small groups, and some "electronic fairies" who are good at dancing are constantly opening new small groups to share the joy of the upcoming new version.

It is no exaggeration to say that the forum is as lively as the Chinese New Year.

However, Alpha, the "culprit" who caused this situation, was nowhere to be seen. It was like a bad guy who dropped a big bomb and made everyone confused and then ran away.

In fact, this is wrongly blaming Murphy.

It's true that he, as the "Hidden Uncle Party", dropped an inside message just to amuse everyone, but he is also really busy, because after midnight today not only means that the ten-day Holy Blood Festival has ended successfully, but it also means that An "overseas student delegation" sent to Port Chardeau is about to set off.

Professor Malcolm has temporarily handed over the duties and work of the first officer of the Archon's administrative team to Miriam. He will join the carefully selected children tonight with the businessmen of the Batacin Chamber of Commerce. Leave Transia.

The route has been selected.

After entering the Smuggler's Wood from the Anderma Hills, you reach the border between Transia and the Cato region, then go south along Lake Sulpers to the halfling border city "Mocha" at the northernmost tip of the Genoa Peninsula, and transfer to the steam train from there. Head all the way south and finally reach your destination, Port Chardeau.

According to the professor's estimate, this journey will take about half a month. Including the necessary time loss, assuming everything goes well, when the various tools purchased by this purchasing group from the Halfling City are returned to Transia, It should be two months later.

The black disaster had already broken out at that time, but it should not have broken through the defense line of Barren Mountain, so Transia should still be in the war stage. The arrival of this batch of life-saving tools will definitely provide valuable supplements to Transia's manufacturing industry.

Of course, this is based on the fact that everything goes smoothly. If there is a delay in the middle, well, it won't actually have much impact.

Because Murphy did not place all his hopes on this batch of urgently purchased manufacturing tools, even if those things are successfully returned to Transia, the poor local manufacturing practitioners will still have to spend time getting used to it before they can start." Industrial upgrading".

In Murphy and Miriam's plan, this batch of purchases was more to cope with the development of Transia after the Black Disaster.

And if the situation goes to the worst, if this black disaster turns into a tug-of-war that lasts for several years like before, Transia must have a certain hematopoietic ability in a bad situation. Murphy obviously does not want his special Lancia followed the old path of "destruction-construction-re-destruction".

That situation could never develop.

"The Black Disaster is coming. Even if the Halflings don't like war, they will not block our purchases in Port Chardeau in the name of supporting the Black Disaster, so the Governor can rest assured.

I have read similar things in the records of the last black disaster. At that time, the Kingdom of Sealand and Nordtov were in urgent need of a large number of weapons and material support in the tragic war situation. The Steam Lords even took measures to support the civilized camp in the battle. Rare martial law.

During the most difficult period, 70% of the factories in Port Chardeau were turned to the production of weapons and combat readiness resources. It can be said that the mainland camp in the fourth black disaster relied entirely on the production of Port Chardeau to support the counterattack.

And the 'wartime production system' was not abolished after the black disaster. I guess that is the response method prepared by the steam lords in advance for this black disaster. "

Under the administrative office building, Murphy and Miriam sat in the same carriage, sending Professor Malcolm, the head of the "Purchasing Mission", to meet his team outside the city.

In this carriage that had been protected from snooping, the professor, who was wearing formal attire and had entered the ruling circle of Transia, assured the Governor and the Consul in a serious manner:
  “Therefore, under the most optimistic scenario, when I submit the war procurement request to the steam lords on behalf of Transia, they will give us the response and help we deserve in a very short time.

The most troublesome part of this kind of large-scale procurement is to obtain local support. Once there is official endorsement, subsequent procurement actions will be given the green light all the way.

I guess the Steam Lords will even take the initiative to help us coordinate the transportation of various purchases. Halflings are very smart, and they do not lack foresight. They understand that once Transia falls in this black disaster, it will bring great consequences to the mainland battlefield. What a dangerous change it brings. "

"So, we can still take advantage of this opportunity to lower the price, right?"

Murphy told a joke, which made the three people in the carriage laugh. After a few seconds, he said seriously to Professor Malcolm:

"Actually, I'm not kidding. If you're anticipating the most optimistic scenario, then I suggest you triple your purchase of all manufacturing tools when purchasing supplies on that fat list."

"This"

When the professor heard the Governor's proposal, he hesitated a little. After thinking for a moment, he said:

"If the purchase of those mechanical tools is increased to three times, it means that the halflings will almost support a huge production line that is enough for a small principality to be self-sufficient.

I find this difficult.

But I will try my best to get more benefits for us. However, although halflings are open-minded, they also pay attention to fair transactions.

Even if the Steam Lord comes forward to coordinate, even if the price is lowered in the name of support, tripling the purchase volume will still mean an astronomical bill. To be honest, our financial situation is not optimistic anymore, Your Excellency the Governor.

The rapid stability of Transia in the past few months has all depended on the wealth accumulated by the Blood Eagle Clan over the past 400 years. It can be said that you have been spending your own money to feed your subjects, although the profits of the Booty Bay Casino Amazing, but once the war starts, the revenue there will definitely suffer as well.

This financial situation is almost unsustainable. "

"But if Transia is gone, what's the use of all my money?"

Murphy shook his head, reached out from his arms and took out a special card with the mark of the Thorn Clan, and handed it to Professor Malcolm. He said:

“Just yesterday, I mortgaged the last wealth of the Blood Eagle Clan to Madam Shani in exchange for their liquidity support at the Thieves Guild Headquarters.

Feel free to buy it!
  You can buy anything you can, anything that is beneficial to the development of Transia! If you don't have enough money, go to the Thieves Guild and find the representative of the Thorn Clan there. They will support you with enough overdraft balance. That is a loan I endorsed with the sovereignty of Transia.

I know that the development of a territory cannot be bought with money, but wealth does need to be spent in a reasonable place, otherwise it will just be a pile of precious metals taking up space. "

The professor was silent.

He reached out and took the card handed over by Murphy.

The thing was very light, but when it fell into Professor Malcolm's hand, it was as heavy as a stone.

Although Murphy spoke lightly, the professor was so smart that he could fully understand that Murphy had almost handed a part of Transia's future into his hands.

The heavy pressure is still there.

This kind of trust alone is enough to give Professor Malcolm, a scholar who has spent the first half of his life teaching and educating people, a sense of mission that "a scholar will die for his confidant."

Murphy noticed the change in the professor's mentality. He smiled and patted Professor Malcolm's arm and said:

“Don’t stress, just do your best.

If our struggle in Transia fails, it will be up to you to protect the five hundred children we have carefully selected, even if Transia falls into the hands of the barbarians, even if all traces of our efforts are destroyed by the gnolls It doesn't matter if you burn it on fire.

When they grow up, I believe they will be able to rebuild Transia with their own hands. "

"Murphy! Stop putting pressure on Professor Malcolm."

Miriam couldn't help but said:

"I believe the professor will do his best for Transia."

"I believe it too, and what I said just now was not a matter of playing power, Professor."

Murphy looked out the window, shook his head and said:

"I really think so. After all, we are not sure of victory. I can be confident in front of others, but I don't have to be so in front of you. Prepare for the worst and do your best for the best future. Resistance and struggle are the strategies Transians should adopt when facing disasters.”

"You said the exact opposite."

The Scarlet Archon curled her lips, picked up a document bag beside her, handed it to Professor Malcolm, and said:
  "I will officially appoint you as the Ambassador of Transia to Porto Chardeau, Professor. You will be fully responsible for our diplomatic affairs in the Genoa Peninsula. Your wife, Ms. Verna, will also be awarded the title of Honorary Baronet of Transia. She will As the first officer of the embassy, ​​you will assist in your work there.

Murphy has taken over the relationship with the Thorn Clan and will prepare a residence for you and the children in Port Shardeau before you arrive. The Thorn Clan will also send a team to take care of your security there.

But when it comes to enrolling children in school, I still have to ask you to use your connections and qualifications in the education community of Port-Chardeau. "

"I don't think we need them for our security."

Professor Malcolm shrugged, and in this serious atmosphere, he smiled and said:
  "The little Earl of Sharon and her powerful mountain knights and a hundred hussars are completely enough to protect us and the safety of the embassy."    "The hussars are indeed very powerful, but their commander, Mrs. Sunny, went to Xia Erduo Port is more for fetal safety."

Murphy joked:
  "Although Knight Valander is illiterate, he is indeed a good man who cares about his wife. Just like I made a 'backup' for Transia, this mountain folk wing cavalry was actually made by Sharon for the ancestral forest. out of the backup.

Of course, it will be a difficult process to persuade Sharon to go to Port Shardau with you. The child is still unwilling to give up her responsibilities to the West Corridor.

But her talents in steam engineering are much needed, and she promises to escort the machinery back here once the first batch of purchases is completed, but I have something extra to tell you, Professor.

Leave her there!
  Don't let her come back until the outcome of the war is clear. "

"Well, I can understand."

The professor nodded. Then, he thought of something and asked:
  "Do I need to open up a 'base' for foreigners in Port Chardeau? They will definitely go to that bustling place to start their own adventures in the future, and their reckless style will bring them great consequences if they are not guided. Come and cause trouble.”

"If you can, that would be the best."

Murphy was pleased to see that Professor Malcolm also had a certain "development team talent". Look, he took the initiative to dig holes for the subsequent plot.

He laughed and handed the professor a special calculation orb to him under the surprised gaze.

Murphy coughed twice and said seriously:

"Then, at the moment when we are about to part, I would like to extend an invitation to you as the manager of the "Real Alien" development team. Malcolm from the Alien World, are you willing to join our small group and become a foreigner here? A guide and protector on this continent?
  Are you willing to dedicate your wisdom and the rest of your life to build a ‘paradise in another world’ for them? "

As Miriam's adjutant and one of the administrative NPCs who have the most contact with players, the professor has a certain understanding of the players' secrets.

The most important thing is that Professor Malcolm maintains a very good personal relationship with Mrs. Water and Professor Chen, and he has been learning the history of the other world from these two people.

Although Murphy never clearly told him the origins of the foreigners and their wonderful relationship with the world, the professor obviously had his own judgment on this. He did not rush to ask Murphy for more permissions. He just waited in his heart until This moment has arrived.

Facing Murphy's inquiry, the professor straightened his back, straightened his collar, and said seriously and solemnly:
  "Of course! I've been looking forward to fulfilling such a duty."

"Very good, then I will leave the management of the historical data area of ​​the Forum Tavern to you. Although the long distance between Transia and Port Chardeau is enough to disconnect the link between this orb and the core orb, I have already downloaded it. Permission granted."

Murphy explained:
  "Even if you are disconnected from the Internet, you can use the 'stand-alone' mode to leave a post on the forum. Although you cannot actively communicate with me, after seeing the post and leaving a message, I will make corresponding adjustments based on the information. .

Talking about this
  My warrior 'Menghaha' proposed a remote communication device based on knowledge from another world. She called it a 'radio station'. I know that there are similar things over there among halflings, so if possible, you and Xiao Xuelun must assist Menghaha in completing the production and application of this device as soon as possible.

The communication system composed of computing orbs is easily affected by changes in the psychic environment. We need safer information communication channels. "

"OK, all right."

The professor took over the task.

The carriage also arrived outside the city at this time. The three of them got out of the car and saw the huge motorcade parked in front of them.

There are a total of forty large carriages, and each carriage has the golden lion logo of the "Lion King's Pride Logistics Group", which means that this team comes from the pink cat and rabbit, who is trying to monopolize the logistics field in Transia. The efforts have clearly paid off.

Next to the carriage, 500 selected "special international students" ranging from 8 to 18 years old were saying goodbye to their parents and guardians. They will go to schools in Port Chardeau to study and bring knowledge with them in the future. Return to your homeland and contribute to the rise of Transia.

Of course, the scourge of ten years of war left the vast majority of these children orphans.

Their guardian is Aunt Jules, the religious officer of Transia. She will bid farewell to the children with a kind smile and hold a stack of "red envelopes" in her hands. One will be given to each person as a "subsidy" for the trip. ".

This is also thanks to the "Charity Gambling King Competition" organized by Lao Huo on the Holy Blood Festival, so that the children would not go to a strange city with empty pockets.

There is not much money in each red envelope, but it is definitely enough for emergencies.

Many children were crying, which made Aunt Jules and the parents cry in the end. Even the cute new players on the roadside who accepted the "escort mission" from Cat and Rabbit couldn't help but start wiping their tears. .

Alas, my little players are really emotional.

The hard-hearted Governor Murphy wiped his sour eyes and made such a disdainful comment. When the professor met his wife and children, he looked at the unhappy little Sharon, who had also put on his long distance clothes. OK uniform.

But she obviously prefers to stay in Transia to support the Black Disaster War.

"Don't make trouble."

Murphy reached out and touched little Sharon's head, and said:

"You have serious business going there this time. You are an adult now and should learn to deal with your disappointment."

"But my subjects will say I'm a coward."

Sharon said dissatisfiedly:
  "The Earl of Xico never runs away from war. I am probably the first Countess of Xico to escape from the battlefield."

"When they see the support materials you brought back for them, anyone with a bigger heart than a stone will know that you are not a deserter, you are a hero!"

Murphy advised:
  "The black plague will not end soon. You can come back to fight after you finish your work. You have to remember that Professor Malcolm represents Transia in Port Chardeau, and you represent there Blood Vulture Clan.

Although most of the time the two are the same concept, there are always special circumstances where the interests of the two are actually not consistent.

At that point, it's your turn to take action. "

"Yeah, Mrs. Tracey explained it to me, I know what to do."

Sharon nodded, and took the "Blood Eagle Ambassador" badge from Murphy and tied it on the front of her clothes. Just when Murphy was about to say a few more words to Sharon, a cry suddenly came from the side. There was a sound, causing the two vampires to turn around in shock.

The chosen gray man was standing not far away wearing a windbreaker.

He held Palian's sister Delia in his left hand, and Palian's sister Mia in his right hand. The two girls, who looked very similar but had different hairstyles, cried while holding their common lover.

In the cold wind of the night, the red rings on the fingers of the two girls wearing thick velvet clothes shone brightly, and there were rings of the same style on the fingers of both hands of the gray man.

This lucky guy finally managed to find his "cyber love" with difficulty by relying on his "drunk and cowardly" stunt before the "love game" DeadLine was triggered.

It’s also a double-shot cannon!

Tsk tsk, should you say he doesn’t understand love, or should you say he’s just playing tricks?
  "Good boy, don't cry. I promise, as long as the situation of the Black Disaster improves, I will definitely go to Port Chardeau to see you two."

The gray man's eyes were already red.

But as a responsible man, he showed quite remarkable sentiments at this moment. He comforted his two girlfriends and said:

"You take good care of yourselves in Port Chardeau, study hard, and don't live up to Professor Chen's expectations of you. Although he doesn't say it, he actually regards you two as his students. He hopes to cultivate them with his own hands." Two outstanding architects from another world.

Don't cry, be good.

Old Chen and I will definitely come to see you, I swear. "

"You can't flirt with other women!"

Sister Pa Lian stood up on her tiptoes, bit the grayer's ear hard, and said:
  "You will be dead if we find out! The guards of the Batasin Chamber of Commerce will keep an eye on you."

"If you don't come to see us, we'll find a boyfriend over there."

Sister Pa Lian was even more ruthless. While kissing the gray man's neck, she issued a "death threat". The two sisters' demands made the gray man dumbfounded.

He hugged his electronic wives tightly in his arms and whispered:
  "Besides you two little fools, who else would fall in love with me, a poor student? I will stay with you until we are separated by fate, I swear! When I become more powerful, I will marry you, I believe That damn feature will definitely be available one day!

We can try again then.”

"Shut up, you dirty guy!"

(End of this chapter)