Chapter 40 News about mushroom worms
The allegiance ceremony is a type of contract, and the contract is part of the power rules of Longmian Continent.
"The dragon is watching you."
People in the Shadow Flame Grand Duchy like to say such blessings, and this is not just a simple blessing. In fact, it may become a real event.
There is no other reason.
The entire Shadow Flame Grand Duchy can open up an oasis of warmth like spring in the ice and snow, relying on the power radiation of the Shadow Flame Dragon.
Existences such as the clay dragon Rose all originated from the power of the Shadow Flame Dragon.
The Shadow Flame Dragon protects every corner of the country, and contracts made in its name will naturally be affected by the power of the Shadow Flame Dragon.
This impact may not occur in the short term, but it will definitely occur in the long term.
Followers can, of course, break their oath of allegiance, and there will be no divine punishment. But one day in the future, he will be counterattacked by the power of the Shadow Flame Dragon, and through the rules in the dark, he will pay a sufficient price.
It could be that one went crazy during a practice, it could be that relatives passed away one after another, or it could be that one was lost in a snowstorm.
so.
The oath of allegiance must not be made lightly. Once made, no one dares to break it.
"Maybe it's just that the noble lords deliberately used the dragon as a gimmick to scare their followers in order to stabilize their rule." After Russell accepted the wildcat sisters, he thought a little boredly, because he did not feel any mysterious effects.
The knight's oath of allegiance is just an ordinary ceremony.
But he will definitely not show it. The dragon's gaze is a very sacred belief for the aborigines of Longmian Continent.
In short, conquering the Wildcat Sisters was a matter of course. Russell was very self-aware, and it was not that he really had the aura of being a domineering king and would be ignored by others.
In fact, as long as the lord is willing to accept it, many free people in the cave are willing to swear allegiance and live under the sun from then on. When it comes to pursuing freedom, except for a few people, most of them just put money on their faces and cover up their origins.
"Sir, the Wildcat Sisters' origins are quite clean. They may be the descendants of serfs who escaped in the past. There are no fugitive records in the Youguang River Valley or the manors of several lords, and no criminal records have been found."
Tom, the knight's retinue who was sent out by Russell early to investigate the criminal records of the Wildcat sisters, conveyed a report to him.
This made Russell even more relieved.
Half of the free people were descendants of escaped serfs from noble lands. Because most serfs were not free to marry and could only marry within the manor, they had to pay a high marriage tax if they wanted to marry an outsider.
I can't afford it, but I still want to be together.
Then you can only run to the caves, but you can't run to the local caves. You have to follow the caravan and go to the caves around other territories.
For unknown reasons, most noble lords would turn a blind eye to the escape of serfs.
"Very well, Tom, it's been a hard journey, go down and rest."
"promise."
After sending Tom away, Russell took Charles into the restaurant.
The wildcat sisters were devouring their dinner. The staple food in the cave was mushrooms, moss, and some snakes and rats. How could it compare to the various delicacies cooked in the kitchen of the manor's courtyard - although Russell did not think these It's delicious food.
"grown ups."
"No need to get up, you continue to eat, and we will chat while eating." Russell sat down.
He had already planned in his mind how to arrange the Wildcat Sisters: "The news of your allegiance to me, as well as the news of Eric's promotion to the Phantom Beast Knight, have been blocked by me. I believe you have already guessed what the purpose is."
"Are you targeting the lone wolf boss?" Katie asked.
Russell smiled and said: "Taking action against Lone Wolf Lisbon is only the first stage. The real purpose is to open up the entire Xiangshui River Caves."
Charles added on his behalf: "Beyond Wuyao Snake Manor is the boundary of Youguang River Valley. However, your Excellency is not satisfied with the land of Wuyao Snake Manor. He hopes to expand his territory to the entire Xiangshui River Caves."
"Your Excellency, would you also be interested in Xiangshui River Caves? To be honest, it is very barren and cannot return much benefit to you." Katie asked doubtfully.
"No matter how barren the land is, it still has value. In short, I want the Xiangshui River Cave and the free labor force of the cave."
"Yes, I understand, sir." Katie nodded, "Whatever you need from our sisters, please tell me."
"First, I need the whereabouts of the lone wolf Lisbon, and it is best to lead him out of the Xiangshui River Caves. Second, I need to recruit free people, skilled craftsmen who can run businesses in my territory, and those who are strong can Selling yourself as a serf...Of course, those with blood on their hands and being dishonest will be eliminated.”
Katie frowned and said hesitantly: "Sir, in that kind of environment, it's very difficult to avoid getting blood on your hands. I don't dare to hide it from you. Our sisters have also killed people. At that time, someone wanted to do something wrong to us. , and were eventually killed by us.”
"They want to seize my sister...and me." Catherine added, but the last "and me" was a bit weak.
"Active killing and passive killing are two different things. Since I accept you, I will no longer pursue the past matters." Russell said.
If it were a peaceful time, the murderer Russell would definitely stay away.
But the world is different, and Russell's moral standards naturally have to be flexible to adapt to the rules of this world.
"Thank you for your understanding."
"Um."
"Please rest assured, sir. After this dinner, we sisters will go back to the cave, pretend to surrender to the lone wolf Lisbon, and then find an opportunity to lead him out of the cave. When sir gets rid of Lisbon, we sisters will be able to integrate the Xiangshui River Cave and offer land and population to sir."
"Okay, I wish us success, and then you can walk freely in the sun." Russell raised his glass.
Charles also said happily: "Beautiful people should walk on the street openly."
His eyes kept turning around Katie and Catherine.
Russell glanced at Charles strangely, and really couldn't understand why he thought the wildcat sisters were beautiful.
Because they have deep nasolabial folds, because they have pale white skin, or because of their deep eye sockets?
Or, they look like they are in their thirties or forties in their twenties, and they look like women with charm?
The four raised their glasses and drank a glass together.
Then, Katie hesitated and said, "Sir, there is a piece of news that I don't know if it is true or not. Maybe I should tell you."
"Please tell me."
"There is a rumor circulating here in the Xiangshui River Cave. It is said that the lone wolf Lisbon picked up a mushroom worm. It is said that it was with this mushroom worm that he had enough training resources and was promoted to a great ranger."
"Oh!" Russell became interested, "How likely do you think it is?"
"I think it is very likely. Lisbon was just an ordinary ranger before, and he was suddenly promoted to a great ranger in recent years!" Catherine said confidently, "Without the help of mushroom worms, he would not be able to gather a group of people to dominate the cave."
Charles said excitedly, "Sir, now we have another reason to clean up the Xiangshui River Cave!"
"Yes, whether it is true or not, we have to catch Lisbon and try him." Russell has regarded the Xiangshui River Cave as his own territory.
Since it is his territory, all the magical creations on the territory naturally belong to him.
Lone Wolf Lisbon is stealing and robbing!
"Katie, Catherine, when you go back, remember to find out more about the mushroom worms. If you need to pass on information, let Kevin do it. I will let Eric cooperate with you."
"Yes, sir!"