arcane emperor

Chapter 542: Fire Dragon Diego (8000 words)
This time, after the elf lords completed their experiments, most of them bought back a bottle of "Aberration Toxin".

This thing is very expensive, and although its destructive power is commendable, they are still a little skeptical.

After all, elves are proud. Although they recognize the strength of the Gulf Territory to a certain extent, they do not particularly "trust" the things they produce.

It can be said that ordinary war materials are not high in technical content and not very expensive.

They can easily make it at their own expense, but the manpower and material resources in the Gulf Territory are cheaper, so they are willing to trade.

In their opinion, with the same time and resources, they can create magic plants and magic props of higher value.

This seemingly weird aberration toxin made them feel like they had figured it out.

They don't like it very much, but they have to try it.

Aini, who learned the truth, would not tell them about the situation in the Catachan plane.

As the cooperation with the Gulf Territory deepened, she felt more and more that the development speed of the Gulf Territory would become faster and faster.

Because all the money and funds earned by the Gulf Territory have been invested in the overall development.

Watching these elf lords teleport away, Aini couldn't help but walk to Matthew's side and continued to ask curiously:
"How to deal with the spell caster?"

To deal with ordinary soldiers, there are enchanted crossbows.

To deal with golems and war golems, there is now also aberration poison.

The greatest threat to the El elves is the numerous and powerful elf mages in the Cole Elf Kingdom.

Although the Al Elf Kingdom has the inheritance of the Golden Elf.

But they have fewer people and fewer resources, so the number of spellcasters they have trained is naturally not as good as their opponents.

Of course, Aini now feels that it still has something to do with the allocation of resources and the way of training.

If only it could be like the Gulf Territory...

No, this is the only one in the Bay Area!
Subconsciously raising his eyebrows, Matthew raised his hand and touched his chin, and said softly in Aini's expectant eyes:

"Usually, the only person who can deal with a spell caster is the spell caster."

"However, in a large-scale war, the number of spells and attack distance of the spellcaster should be taken into consideration."

"We can use more targeted weapons and equipment to counter it."

The attack distance of most spellcasters is no longer than that of bows and arrows, and some are even far less than the two.

If we can prepare more long-range weapons of destruction and send dedicated personnel to keep an eye on the caster, we can cause greater deterrence and damage to them.

Aini's eyes lit up, and she suddenly thought that the most difficult thing to deal with spellcasters was to break their magic shield, so she couldn't help but continue to ask.

Matthew did not answer this time. He just looked at her with a smile, pointed upward, and said under her doubtful gaze:

"You can go to the laboratory to find answers to all your questions. As long as you give the corresponding price, there will naturally be researchers who will be happy to answer your questions."

I heard it costs money.

Not only was Aini not dissatisfied, she was actually happy.

After thousands of years of accumulation and development, the most important thing that the Silver Leaf family does not lack is money!

She valued her relationship with Matthew more, and sometimes she was worried, but now she felt relieved.

Researchers are very welcoming to Aini's arrival.

The big money owner offered a very high price, a full 50 gold coins, just to provide a solution.

The team of spellcasters headed by Mordenkainen happily personally participated in experiments and research.

In less than three days, a set of plans that could be used on the battlefield had been sorted out.

However, this plan requires the use of many new weapons and equipment, and their research and development is another expense.

Regarding the plan itself, Aini was quite satisfied after seeing the effect of the demonstration.

Then, she happily took out another 50 gold coins and began to research and develop specialized weapons and equipment.

Aine isn't exactly counting on the Bay Territory.

She needed the ideas and solutions Bayland provided.

If certain weapons and equipment cannot be made by the Gulf Territory, you can also give them to the El Elves.

It can also bring a lot of benefits to the Silver Leaf family.

Even, Aini has some more bold ideas.

If these special weapons and equipment are developed, other El Elf families and armies will definitely need them in large quantities.

The Silverleaf family can take a pass, hand over the production to the Gulf Territory, and take the sale into their own hands.

Both parties will be very relieved, and the cooperation will naturally become closer.

Matthew would be quite pleased to know that she had figured it out.

You come and go, we make the cake together and make money together, and the relationship will last longer.

Although this transaction cost Matthew tens of millions of Destiny Power, it also provided sufficient funds for the development of the Gulf Territory.

In addition to food, more supplies were transported to the Gulf Territory.

The size of the factory is expanding, and more and more people are joining it as workers.

All kinds of military supplies were quickly produced and sold to other nearby territories just like they were sold to the surrounding territories.

Newspapers that gradually spread to the outside world began to register news about the sale of various weapons and equipment in the Gulf Territory.

The above price made many lords excited. After seeing the unlucky situation of some territories in the newspapers, the lords in need donated generously.

The many weapons and equipment sold were exchanged for more supplies, which were continuously transported to the Gulf Territory.

At the same time, larger-scale recruitment and selection training is underway.

There are also better conditions for the combat training that the residents usually participate in.

This allows more people to become professionals.

More and more reservists are joining the Gulf Territory army.

Better weapons and equipment were also produced amidst the rumble of machinery.

The atmosphere in the entire Gulf Territory gradually began to become tense.

In the news that everyone has seen, there are gradually more cases of dragon-blooded creatures attacking, destroying villages, and besieging other territories.

It wasn't until this moment that the big guys in the Gulf Territory suddenly remembered.

Under the instructions of the territory, they have been preparing for the arrival of the "Crazy Dragon Mystery Lock".

Build underground sentries one by one.

Make better weapons and equipment.

Select more soldiers.

Practice evasion drills if attacked.

These real movements were conveyed to everyone in the territory through the news and the slogans of the management staff.

"Everyone must keep in mind that the development of the Gulf Territory cannot be separated from everyone's efforts."

“The fruits of development in the Gulf Territory will be enjoyed by everyone.”

"The price of food will remain the same, and the variety will gradually increase. The same is true for clothing..."

The slogan is very relevant to everyone's reality, making every Gulf Territory citizen particularly happy.

They can clearly feel that life is getting better little by little.

Newly joined people, after experiencing the initial confusion, will cherish the hard-won peace and beauty.

Of course, this has absolutely nothing to do with the "bad guys" the Gulf Territory regularly deals with.

During the all-round development of the Gulf Territory, Matthew did not relax control over "corrupt officials" and management.

The golem manages the distribution of supplies.

Salaries and remuneration are paid to audit staff.

An aboveboard reporting channel.

Comprehensive magical "monitoring" of managers.

Want to embezzle?

We must first solve the technical problems of resisting spells!
Don't even think about lying in the Gulf Territory, this has become the consensus of everyone.

The advantages of technology can basically eliminate more than 99% of troubles.

Matthew has not forgotten to continue to promote and improve. Even if it is impossible to completely eliminate it, he must be able to detect it in time and solve it quickly.

At the same time, they were dealt with in a very bay-collar style.

"No matter how much corruption has been done and how much losses have been caused, let them work in the lowest-paying jobs under control."

"When can I earn 10 times the fine, publicly apologize and publicize my "glorious deeds" 100 times in the territory, and then be able to start from scratch?"

"If there are serious consequences and someone is injured or killed, then 'permanent entry into the laboratory' is their only punishment."

Matthew went on to emphasize with Ralph the steward about the management monitoring aspect, which the latter very much agreed with.

What excites Butler Ralph the most is not only the rapid development of the Gulf Territory and its stable, friendly, united and enterprising social environment, but also the Gulf Territory's ability to quickly correct mistakes.

When he thought about what he wanted to report next, Butler Ralph became a little uneasy again. After seeing Matthew finish handling other matters, he continued:

"Adventurers in the underground world discovered the movement, and the drow elves stopped the final elimination of the gnoll kingdom."

"They discovered that there is a legendary fire dragon in the deepest part of the Gnoll Kingdom!"

"The two sides fought, and the drow suffered a lot."

dragon!
Still a legendary level dragon!

Matthew rubbed his eyebrows and carefully recalled the information about the underground world.

There is no information about legendary dragons.

More than 10 years later, there were rumors that the shadow dragon was causing trouble in the drow city-state.

Legendary dragons are more resistant to "Crazy Dragon Mystery Lock", but not much better.

Even because they are stronger, they will cause greater damage when they go crazy, and they will become even crazier as they gradually lose their mind!

This made Matthew couldn't help but start thinking about the terrible effect that "Crazy Dragon Mystery Lock" has on dragons.

Why didn't the Dragon Clan find a way to crack it?

It can't be because they are not strong enough!

Thinking of the legendary true dragons that will appear in the future, as well as the more terrifying demigod dragons, before the elemental tide is triggered, their strength is absolutely sufficient.

So what is the reason that causes them to be indifferent and even have a passive and evasive attitude?
More and more mysteries make Matthew feel very interesting.

It used to be just a quick glance, but now the more you chew, the more flavor you get...

"Inform Angela to take two armies and prepare to fight in the underground world!"

At present, the only force in the underground world that can pose a threat to the Gulf Territory is the drow family.

If they win the Legendary Fire Dragon and Jackal Kingdom, their strength will definitely be further improved.

With their greed, they will definitely attack the leader of the Gulf!

Matthew is not afraid of fighting the drow, but doing so does not bring much benefit and can easily drag down the development of the Gulf Territory.

If you win, you will lose more than you gain; if you lose, you will suffer a heavy blow.

Now is a good time to start.

Contain the development of the drow and show the strength of the Gulf Territory.

At the same time, there is also Matthew’s most important purpose:

"Capture or hunt a legendary fire dragon!"

Even if this legendary fire dragon hides in the underground world, it will be affected by the unprecedented "Crazy Dragon Mystery Lock".

Matthew believes that the reason why the drow discovered him is also related to the growing influence of the "Crazy Dragon Mystery Lock".

So, Matthew decided to take action.

Moreover, Yaya's growth rate has been somewhat slow recently.

Although she has been studying "hard".

But in Matthew's view, actual combat is a good opportunity for her to grow quickly.

The legendary fire dragon is just a suitable opponent!

The opponent is not a real dragon, and cannot compare with Yaya in terms of rank.

Also affected by the Mad Dragon Mystery Chain, the mind and combat ability will be much weakened.

Matthew guessed that the reason why the other party did not make a big fuss in his previous life was probably because he was affected by the "Crazy Dragon Mystery Lock" and was quickly eliminated by the drow.

The irrational legendary fire dragon is a bit weaker than ordinary legendary magical creatures.

After all, the higher the level of strength, the more important wisdom is!
Yaya immediately cheered after hearing the news.

She happily put the arcane book aside, closed her eyes happily, and transferred her consciousness to the clone that was still in the Catachan plane.

There, Yaya can look for all kinds of opponents unscrupulously.

For example, the dragon-blooded creatures have basically recovered.

Yaya decided to warm up with them first and get the feeling of fighting.

For example, the Catachan Demon's net worth has increased by more than 20 gold coins.

The production of the aberration virus is inseparable from the contribution of the Catachan Demon.

Of course, a huge Catachan demon would not produce just one bottle of aberration toxin.

That’s just business rhetoric!
And killing such a dangerous monster will not only make the area around the castle safer, but also fill Yaya's small treasury with gold coins.

In addition to Yaya starting to be "busy", news of the battle spread to the Gulf leaders, which made many soldiers very excited.

They can't wait!
Training hard every day and constantly improving your strength, aren't you just preparing for battle?
They are not afraid of fighting, they are even eager to fight.

They wanted to achieve more achievements and open up more land for the Gulf Territory.

Yodala and Ruike, who had just passed the preliminary soldier examination, had a deeper feeling about this.

Arnold, who was taller than ordinary soldiers, was introducing the newly arrived reserve soldiers with a smile:

"To become a qualified soldier, in addition to keeping up with personal combat effectiveness and physical fitness, you must also cooperate with the army's group operations and resolutely obey orders."

"The next training will be divided into two parts."

"In the morning, everyone will conduct basic combat expertise and skills training for soldiers."

"In the afternoon, everyone will participate in formation and team combat training."

"Don't worry, everyone. The Gulf Territory will meet the development needs of every soldier. The magical food, food, clothing, and training methods will be prepared by the Gulf Territory for everyone."

Having said this, Arnold looked into a pair of burning eyes and showed a malicious smile:
"Don't get happy so early. Training will be very hard, so hard that some people will want to quit."

The official soldiers watching the excitement also smiled and nodded, as if they were ready to watch their show.

Yondala looked curiously at the training ground not far away, and rolled his eyes slightly, not thinking that he could not endure even this little hardship.

Ruike next to her also had the same idea.

However, she was more vigilant and rightly suspected that there might be something wrong with the training methods of the Gulf Territory?
Soon, formal training began.

What first shocked the reservists was that the Gulf Territory was now distributing enchanted armor and equipment to them.

"You guys must familiarize yourself with the performance of your weapons and equipment as quickly as possible and integrate them."

Arnold's words made most of the reservists quite happy.Most of them have experience in combat and naturally understand the role of weapons and equipment.

Yondala gently stroked the enchanted leather armor, feeling its lightness and strength, feeling its strengthening effect on the body, and couldn't help but whisper:
"The Gulf Territory is too rich. I have never used such good weapons and equipment."

While saying this, she took out the sharp dagger from her waist and gently stroked the cold sword body.

Ruike next to her was a little silent, her amber eyes flashing with complicated thoughts, she nodded in agreement and did not continue talking.

Soon, the reserve recruits were participating in training.

The special gravity chamber gave them a blow!

Of all the reservists after two hours, few could leave the gravity chamber standing.

Then, they tasted the first benefit provided by Haiwan Ling.

The bitter nutritional medicine was poured into their mouths, and the exhausted reservists soon became lively and energetic.

Arnold didn't let them rest much and drove them back to the gravity chamber.

Amidst the wailing of pain, the reserve soldiers completed the morning training.

Yondala rubbed her weak knees and leaned half of her body on Ruike, complaining feebly:

"This must be too hard. That ghost place is really weird. People who are in good health take advantage of it!"

Ruike's endurance was stronger, but her hands and feet were still a little weak. Looking at the smiling Arnold, she suddenly felt a little numb.

This is a smiling tiger!

When the reservists sighed, the rich aroma blew in the wind and filled the entire school grounds.

Mountains of meat.

Fragrant dried fish.

Green vegetables.

Rich fish soup.

It was simple food suited to the taste of a Western soldier.

Next to these foods, the oily braised pork, the crystal-clear crystal elbow, the spicy and pleasant green pepper shredded pork, the sweet and sour pork loin with rice, the delicious fried tofu chicken, etc., all represent different food tastes.

Yondala was very curious about the food on the right. Although there were more people queuing here, she still stood here obediently.

Ruike had more ideas and stood on the other side smelling the fragrance.

The two of them had already agreed to have a little of each food to see which ones tasted best.

Interestingly, not many people hold this idea, and more people still want to eat food they are familiar with.

The soft and glutinous braised pork has a particularly fragrant aroma. It spreads out after two chews and keeps rolling in the mouth, easily capturing Yodala's taste buds.

"Hmm...this is delicious!"

I inserted a piece of golden and clear fried tofu and saw the light golden soup overflowing slightly, so I took a bite out of curiosity.

The light spicy taste, combined with the rich aroma of oil, made Ruike couldn't help but chew a few more times, and then tasted the sweetness of soy products.

"Hmm...this smell...what kind of food is this?"

Beautifully picking up a crystal elbow, Yodala secretly took a look at how the soldier next to him was eating it, then happily opened his mouth and buried it in it.

"Wow, this is delicious, very satisfying...so soft..."

"Huhu...it's a bit spicy, that's what they said..."

"Come and taste this, it's sour and sweet..."

“It’s a little weird to go with bread, but it’s delicious with this rice...”

"..."

The two of them tasted a lot of food they had never seen before and ate their fill.

While the soldiers were resting, instructor Arnold’s voice came again:
"Everyone, come here. Next, we must continue to read and read. Soldiers who learn faster will receive additional rewards."

What extra bonus?

Yondala pricked up his ears, wanting to hear if there was any news from the other soldiers.

"I hope it's mulberry wine..."

"This is probably very difficult. There won't be any training for new recruits. There is a high probability that konjac will be added to the meal in the evening..."

"The taste of konjac is okay, and if it's a swamp crocodile, it's okay too..."

"I hope it's not a high-grade nutrient solution..."

"That thing is too bitter..."

"But it works great!"

"..."

Yodala heard some news and asked them to share it with Ruike.

The latter is thinking, why are the Gulf people so concerned about reading and literacy?

Soon, the reservists were integrated into the training of the Gulf leadership.

From the initial complaints to the gradual adaptation, it only took two or three days.

Not only because of their good physical fitness, but also because of the various supplies provided by the Gulf Territory, which allowed them to recover quickly.

During this period, Yondala and Ruike gradually felt the charm of the Gulf Territory.

This charm was so extraordinary that they couldn't refuse it and couldn't bear to give it up.

After training every day, they can feel their progress and improvement.

What makes them even more incredible is that the various training tasks in the Gulf Territory have extraordinary training effects.

Not only can they easily master many combat abilities, but it can also gradually improve their physical fitness.

Of course, this is also related to the fact that their own potential has not been fully developed.

Even so, this rapid improvement in strength makes every reserve soldier involuntarily immersed in it.

He also began to obey the orders and training of the Gulf leadership to the letter.

I can't help it, I gave you too much!
12 month 13 day.

Bay collar.

Underground world.

Brightness: -1.

Air humidity: dry.

Temperature: 14 degrees.

The slightly cool air flow carries a somewhat pungent smell of sulfur.

Rubbing her cheeks vigorously, Yodala carefully looked at the layers of fluorescent moss on the top, and said in an incredible tone and tone:

"My dear, the underground world turns out to be so spacious. I thought it looked like the mine where I used to live."

A considerable number of halflings will live around human villages or mining areas.

They obtain stable food and life by providing some help to human forces.

Ruike looked at the unfathomable cracks and passages in the distance with vigilance, always feeling that there was some danger hidden inside.

Yodala came back to her senses and looked at the regrouped troops. Just as she was about to continue speaking, Ruike made a silencing gesture to her.

It suddenly occurred to her that talking and communication were not allowed during the march.

However, the two of them already knew who the main enemy in this battle would be.

This is also a very novel experience for the two of them.

After all, before the battle began, they had never made such thorough preparations as they had in the past few days.

The two looked at each other and saw determination in each other's eyes.

"No matter what, you must survive with tenacity."

"Get more merit and get higher authority as soon as possible."

They have more things on their shoulders and don't dare to die easily!
"Roar……!"

The deafening roar echoed in the distant and deep underground space.

The fire dragon Diego, who was flapping his wings crazily, swooped down ferociously from above.

It opened its big mouth and spit out a scorching flame of destruction!

Hundreds of gnoll slaves were covered in horrific flames of destruction.

The terrifying high temperature of thousands of degrees burned their skin texture and devoured their internal organs and bones.

The flames were burning crazily, spitting tongues of fire with bared teeth and claws.

The gnoll slave who luckily escaped with his life fled in panic.

The drow hiding in the dark kept shooting arrows at the falling fire dragon Diego.

A series of jet-black arrows actually tore off its strong red scales, causing damage to this legendary creature.

Arrowheads made of fine gold are so lethal!

However, these minor injuries were completely ignored by Diego the Fire Dragon, and he didn't even care whether the arrows were coated with poison.

The hot blood in its body can easily swallow up most toxins and turn them into endless anger.

The whispers coming from his ears made the fire dragon Diego even more angry.

These sounds couldn't be shaken off, and even began to become clearer and clearer.

From being indifferent at first, to gradually becoming fearful.

The fire dragon Diego vented his anger wantonly, and with a gust of scorching wind, he plunged into the army of jackal slaves.

This violent ferocious beast is 25 meters long. Whether it waves its claws or flicks its tail, it can easily crush these jackal slaves.

Even if these jackal slaves were so panicked that they knelt down and begged for mercy, he didn't care and just vented his anger to his heart's content.

The current fire dragon Diego has tenacious vitality and a long lifespan.

He had just completed the further tempering of his bloodline during his hundreds of years of slumber.

But before the fire dragon Diego could be happy, those humble servants came to tell him that something was wrong.

The vulnerable black-skinned monkey actually dared to attack him, and almost succeeded.

The angry fire dragon Diego has "smelled" the scent of these drow elves.

He relied on his extraordinary perception to accurately find their location among the crowd.

Then, there was his violent attack with claws and tail sweeps.

Few drow escape his pursuit, and most die tragic deaths.

However, these drow were only part of what angered him.

Real plan.

It has always been under the control of the Elf Commander Liya.

The news from the Gulf leadership made Liya hesitate.

"More than 2.5 people. Are there really that many soldiers?"

She didn't want to fight the Gulf Territory, especially if she wasn't sure.

"When will this beast be subdued?"

"If you can't do it, then do it for me!"

With a cold and mocking voice, Liya turned around coldly and faced a figure wearing a golden priest's costume.

Beside her, there were several figures in cloaks standing, giving Liya a faint sense of danger.

Liya's heart was moved, but her face remained calm. She looked at her calmly and said:
"I don't care what you think, the plan has been progressing steadily, and my mission will be completed soon."

After hearing Liya's words, the smile on the other person's face became even brighter.

She waved lightly.

There are more than 10 elf commanders behind Liya.

Under the angry gazes of others, he walked to both sides of her.

"You see, now it's my plan."

"I will take over the plan, and I want to thank you for laying the foundation. I will not take your credit."

betray!

Shameful betrayal!

Subconsciously frowning, Liya's eyes were sharp and cold. After hesitating for a while, she said:
"You don't have this right..."

"I have!"

The other party laughed, took out a pale golden scroll, and said in a determined tone and tone:
"I have been approved by 40% of the elf commanders, so I have this right."

“My Lord will be very pleased with the sacrifice I am about to offer to Him!”

When she said this, she didn't even bother to look at Liya's face, staring intensely at the manic fire dragon Diego.

Liya is already a loser!

Losers have no right to resist in the world of drow elves!
Liya stared at her back calmly, snorted and turned around to leave.

Of the more than 20 elf commanders who were originally behind her, only five or six finally followed.

Liya cursed softly as she walked:
"Damn idiot, you're not going to make it!"

Because, the Bay Area will stop you!

Her performance in the eyes of other drows was naturally the fury of an incompetent person.

What's interesting is that the priest who was urging Liya to attack just now - Xie Teli.

At this moment, he calmly ordered the jackal slave to continue to consume the fire dragon Diego's physical strength.

She was like a dangerous spider, watching its prey struggle desperately after falling into the trap.

She continued to weave a snare outside, letting her prey struggle for dear life.

The more intense the struggle, the tighter the restraint will be.

Until the prey is exhausted and loses all ability to resist.

Just like Xie Teli said just now, she likes Liya's plan and just wants to get the fruits of victory herself.

If she could please the goddess Rose this time.

Not only the price paid, but also doubled.

You can also take a big step ahead in the battle for key positions!

However, she didn't notice that there were many coveting eyes outside the trap she set.

Yaya rubbed his little hands eagerly and carefully observed the surrounding environment, simulating battle scenes in his mind.

Matthew was observing the battlefield and recording data.

Then give these data to Yaya so that she can better formulate a battle plan.

When the Gulf takes action, it never fails.

　Today 8000
　　Ask for a monthly pass,
　　Rush!
　　
　
(End of this chapter)