The arrival of Drellie Armored Rat ruined Duke's interest in building the Mage Tower, so after leaving the problem to Christian Raging Waves, he returned to Suktara Mage Tower and continued his research.
The research on slide cards and fantasy cards has reached a critical moment.
Xiaoyi's computing power is often deployed to help him with fusion calculations, which greatly speeds up research.
It's a pity that Xiaoyi has too many things to do, and most of the computing power is allocated to the construction of the wonder linkage between elemental shield and arcane shield. And this is exactly a life-saving skill, so there is no delay and can only sacrifice Sand Eagle 2.0.
The development speed of Aoshou 2.0.
"Duke, what do you think?" Suktara came over after Duke finished an experiment.
"Teacher, what did you say?"
"Duke Sage Mage Tower." Suktala said straight to the point, "In the internal meeting of the Union Tower, Sir Christian criticized Lord Bernoulli by name, and determined that Lord Bernoulli colluded with arcane mages from other places to sacrifice the interests of the Black Flood River.
...I also know about the arrival of the Armored Rat family."
"So that's what you're talking about." Duke smiled, "In fact, I have no urgent need to build a mage tower."
If Christian hadn't reminded him, he would never have thought of robbing the Twin Springs.
After pondering for a moment, Duke continued: "But things have come to this point, and I can never retreat. This is not only a dispute between me and the Armored Rat family, but also a game between Black Dragon River Land and other cities.
If I withdraw, there may be more Armored Rat families who want to come over and get a piece of the pie."
"Then you have to confront the Armored Rat family head-on. Will this be too much pressure?" Suktala asked with some worry.
"It doesn't matter."
Duke was very confident: "I am a learned sage. The Armored Rat family will never dare to force me, and Kisson will not let me suffer. The key point now is how to deal with Bernoulli... After several disputes,
Bernoulli has obviously become alienated from Germany and is determined to collude with foreign forces."
Suktala nodded and said: "That's true. Alas, who can blame this? Bernoulli is wary of us and uses us, while we have repeatedly rejected Bernoulli. The two sides have formed a knot that is difficult to untie.
heart knot."
From the Cuihai Valley pioneering war to the current Cuihai City urban construction plan, it is difficult to say clearly what is right or wrong.
At first, the arcane mages in Shenjiao City were very resistant to Bernoulli's entry into the game. At the same time, Bernoulli had been refusing to show up and wanted to use the arcane mages in Shenjiao City to work for him.
This is understandable.
After all, arcane mages are also human beings, and they also need to get along with each other, so they are careful to test.
But when the Black Jade Horseshoe Dragon joined the battlefield, launched an insect wave invasion, and killed three arcane mages in Shenjiao City, the real turning point came.
One party wants to hunt down the Black Jade Horseshoe Crab Dragon and take revenge.
One party wants to cooperate with the Black Jade Horseshoe Dragon to consolidate its own power.
There was an irreconcilable conflict of interest. Then Duke bumped into the Ocean of Insects and exposed the fact that the spiritual spring of Cuihai Valley was a large spring. It also pushed Bernoulli to a point of no return. If he didn't cooperate with Black
If the Jade Horseshoe Dragon cooperates, it may be difficult for the family to develop.
By the time the Black Jade Horseshoe Crab Dragon was killed, Bernoulli was probably completely disengaged.
The Twin Springs are just an opportunity to cause conflict.
"Teacher, you don't need to worry. This situation is not caused by spiritual guidance. Heijiaohe is a huge blessing to be able to have two cities in one place. It cannot be perfect in all aspects." Duke comforted, "
Let everything take its course."
In fact, I don't think so.
Cuihai City is a plate of tempting delicacies that will be indispensable for competition in the future. Even without Bernoulli, the Armored Rat family will still look for opportunities to enter.
Of course, this is the battlefield for Christiansen and others.
There is no need to fight desperately. Even if the twin springs are taken away this time, he will not be angry, let alone go up and fight hard.
"Time is mine." Duke said clearly in his mind, "Rather than a mage tower or a battleship, what I need is time for cultivation and development."
When he succeeds in cultivation, he doesn't need to do anything. Others will naturally spit out the benefits that were robbed.
Only arcane mages who cannot see the future will be attracted by the small profits in front of them and snatch food like hyenas.
"That's what the Armored Rat family is like. Decter Armored Rat is already old and has no hope of being promoted to an arcane instructor, so he began to fight for interests and pave the way for the family." After Duke sent his teacher away, he continued the next round of experiments, focusing on
Secondary preparation equipment.
He was still thinking about the situation in Cuihai City: "Drely Armored Rat is just the first wave of hyenas competing for food. Whether they can hold on to the food depends on the methods and courage of Keyston Fury and others."
"but."
"The old master has been in charge of the Black Flood River for nearly a hundred years. He is by no means an easy person. If the hyenas are patient, they may still have a chance. A reckless person like Delali Armored Rat will probably be shot to scare the monkeys.
Show it to others!”
Of course, this still has nothing to do with Duke.
He just needs to watch the show with peace of mind and wait patiently for the results.
However, after only three or five days of studying the experiment at home, Duke was invited to the Union Tower. As soon as he entered the conference room, Erwin, who was squinting his eyes, invited him to the lounge on the other side.
"There will be an expanded meeting of the United Supreme Tower and a special meeting on the title conferment of Cuihai City's urban construction plan later. Your first vote is about to begin." Erwin said cheerfully.
"Expanded meeting?" Duke raised his eyebrows, "The title conferment is about the title conferment of Lord Bernoulli?"
"Yes, Sir Christian has announced the end of the Cuihai City urban construction plan and the first phase of the pioneering war, and drafted the terms of rewards based on merit, and sent them to the United Supreme Tower." Erwin said, and then
He chuckled and said, "Guess what title Bernoulli applied for?"
Duke understood: "Baron?"
"Correct answer!" Erwin became more and more cheerful as he spoke. "Bernoulli wanted to make him a viscount before, but Lord Christian cut the mess quickly and didn't give him the slightest chance. He directly submitted to the United Tower to ask him to be made a baron.
, the name of the title has been prepared, Black Jade Baron."
Bernoulli's descendants are about to merge into the bloodline of the Black Jade Horseshoe Dragon and be granted the title of Black Jade Baron, which is worthy of the name.
"Baron Black Jade, I'm afraid His Excellency Bernoulli will not be satisfied."
"Only if he is dissatisfied can we be satisfied." Erwin shook his head, "I originally welcomed him to settle in the Black Dragon River, but after various actions, I have become disgusted with him and his family. They are so selfish and selfish.
Arcane mages of this level are very rare."
After saying that, he added: "I think his brain has been assimilated by the bugs he controls, and his behavior is no different from that of bugs."
"By the way, if you want to vote, what do you want to vote for?" Duke asked, "A vote to agree to Bernoulli's canonization as a Black Jade Baron, or not to agree?"
Erwin replied: "Of course I agree to canonize Bernoulli as the Black Jade Baron... In this kind of low-level enlarged meeting, we basically just vote. The decision-making plan has been discussed by the Stars Meeting. We can only deny it.
Or support.”
The meeting of the stars is the standing meeting of the United Supreme Tower.
Because all members of the standing meeting are arcane teachers.
Whether it is the morning star, the shining moon, or even the sun that has not yet been born, they are all a type of stars, so this meeting is also called the meeting of stars.
The arcane instructors discuss national affairs, and the great arcane mages have the right to vote. As for the ordinary arcane mages, just watch the excitement.
Soon someone came over to inform Erwin and Duke to go to the conference room.
In the conference room, Christian Fury, Williams, and Stephen Wings were already in place, plus Duke and Irvine, a total of five people.
As for Bernoulli, because it concerned himself, he did not get the right to vote in order to avoid suspicion.
Without waiting for long, a great arcane mage came out of the arcane projection room of the Union Tower and entered the conference room directly.
He held several special contract papers in his hands.
"I am the envoy Ravens of the United Supreme Tower Expanded Meeting Executive Office." Master Da'ao looked around at the crowd and said calmly, "This special meeting on the title conferment of the Cuihai City Urban Construction Plan, there are a total of forty-eight members present, including black
There are five councilors in the Jiaohe area, let’s count the names now.”
"Chief Consul of the Union Tower, Christian Fury."
"I am here."
"This is your vote." Ravens handed over a piece of contract paper, and then read the name of the next person, "Chief Director of the Observation Tower, Williams."
"At this."
"This is your vote...Chief Director of Erudite Tower, Erwin...Chief Director of Elemental Tower, Stephen Wing Tiger..."
Ravens continued to read the name: "Learned Sage, Duke."
"I'm here." Duke raised his hand.
Ravens looked at Duke for a while, then handed over the ballot: "I have heard about the name Duke for a long time, and finally I met you in person."
"Spiritual love is just a name." Duke said modestly.
Ravens retracted his chatter and said seriously: "The votes are specially made by the contract sage based on the magic spirit card information of each member of the council. Once someone pretends to be someone else or alters or cheats, the power of the contract will be locked, and the arcane master will personally pursue it."
So."
This is a warning process that must be followed every time a meeting is expanded.
After the warning ended, Ravens took out another document and read it carefully: "The voting content of this enlarged meeting is "In the Cuihai Valley City Construction Plan discussed at the executive meeting, Bernoulli was canonized as a Black Jade Baron for his military exploits."
, Members can choose to support, oppose or abstain from voting."
There was a pause.
Ravens continued to read: "A total of forty-eight congressmen related to this meeting were present, namely... This vote exceeded and reached two-thirds of the votes, that is, there were thirty-two votes in support.
Can be passed."
After the reading is over, voting begins.
Duke had already studied the ballot in his hand, then decisively chose to support it and signed his name.
The next moment, a mysterious power rose, and it seemed that there was a little more restraint in the spiritual sea. This was the power of the contract.
The power of contract is a special use of spirituality.
At present, Duke has not conducted relevant research on the content, so he does not yet fully understand the structure of the power of the contract.
When all five ballots were cast, Ravens took them back one by one and said: "The results of the voting will be announced tomorrow, so please be prepared."
Then it turned into little stars and disappeared.
"How do you feel?" Williams came to Duke quietly. "It's your first time to participate in an enlarged meeting and cast a vote to decide major federal affairs. Do you feel a sense of sacred mission?"
"That's not true." Duke said truthfully.
This voting method has been ruined all over the world.
Williams was surprised and said: "You didn't feel anything. It's unreasonable. The vote for the expanded meeting is a pioneering work of our Seven Towers Federation. It represents the progress of society and the sublimation of civilization. It is the guidance of the stars and spirituality!"
"I see."
"Then why don't you feel anything?"
"Well, do you have to have feelings? It's just an inconsequential vote for the title of baron. There seems to be no meaning in choosing whether to support or oppose it." Duke replied.
Before Stephen Yihu left, he heard the conversation between Duke and Williams and immediately laughed and said: "I think Duke is right, it's just a vote, no matter how sacred it is, how can it be sacred? The competition for votes and
What’s the difference between fighting for power and gain?”
Williams glanced sideways at Stephen, too lazy to respond.
He put his hands behind his back and left quietly.
Duke smiled and left.
The next day, a staff member from the Union Tower came to Suktala Master Tower and conveyed the voting results of this expanded meeting to him.
"Forty-eight votes were cast, 42 were in favor, five were against, and one abstained. More than two-thirds of the votes were in favor. The resolution was formally passed to confer the title of Black Jade Baron to Lord Bernoulli."
"Well, I got it."
There was no surprise in the result. Bernoulli received the title of nobility and founded the Black Jade Family. However, it was not the viscount that Bernoulli expected, but just a baron. In terms of fiefdom standards and welfare benefits, the baron was much worse than the viscount.
"In addition, Sir Christian said that the Holy City will hold a canonization ceremony for Lord Bernoulli in two days' time, and he will inform you to attend."
"Yes, I will participate."
Bernoulli's baronization ceremony was held on time two days later, in the Noble Hall of the Union Tower.
An arcane mentor was sent from the United Tower to serve as the host of the canonization ceremony, and personally awarded Bernoulli the baron honor guard, including baron ribbons, medals, swords and other ceremonial items, and crowned Bernoulli with his surname.
Nobles must have a surname.
Bernoulli didn't smile at all during the canonization ceremony. Even when facing the Arcane Master, he could only force out a stiff smile.
"I chose 'Black Jade' as my family's surname."
"Okay, Bernoulli Black Jade, I hope you and your family will abide by aristocratic morals and etiquette, continue to work hard for the future of the Federation, and continue to strive for the cause of expanding the territory." The Austrian instructor said a few polite words
When the scene is over, it disperses into light and disappears.
Christian Fury immediately took the lead in applauding: "Baron Black Jade, congratulations."
Applause broke out.
Bernoulli Black Jade took a deep breath, nodded seriously and responded: "Thank you all colleagues for your love. The Black Jade family is just a start-up and is waiting to be revitalized. I will not entertain you. When Cuihai City is completed, I will continue to work in Cuihai City."
The best hotel in Hai City will organize a make-up banquet."
After speaking, he ordered his entourage to take the ceremonial items belonging to the baron and left the noble hall of the Union Tower directly.
The rightful owner left early, so everyone naturally left unhappy.
Christian waved to Duke, called Duke into his office, and said: "Using the Black Jade Baron to cut off Bernoulli's thoughts about the Viscount is a small punishment and a big warning for him, let him know
, Cuihai City belongs to the Black Jiao River area."
"In this case, Bernoulli may really end up in trouble with outsiders," Duke said.
"It doesn't matter, can he still turn the world upside down? If the Black Jade Family wants to gain a foothold in Cuihai City, even if he has the Yalong bloodline, he has to stay humble and remain humble." Christian waved his hand indifferently, "It's the Twin Springs.
Things are a bit tricky."
"Sir, what should I say?"
"The Armored Rat family is just the vanguard. Not only the nobles of Runwu City have set their sights on Cuihai City, but also the large and small families in several other cities want to get a share of the pie. This is why Bernoulli dared to
To have the confidence to betray the interests of Heijiaohe, he may have contacted many people from outside during this period."
Duke nodded and said: "Indeed, the road to integrating into the local area has been cut off. In order to compete for the interests of Cuihai City, he has only one way to introduce outsiders."
"This increases the variables of the Twin Springs. The Armored Rat family is bound to win." Christian sighed.
Duke smiled slightly: "Then just give it to them. I can build a mage tower anywhere, and there will be no shortage of these twin springs."
When Christian heard this, he immediately stared: "You kid, you really know how to kick a ball!"
"Hey, sir, you are in charge of the overall situation, so I will be a little lazy." Of course Duke didn't really want to give up the twin springs.
Just kicking the ball back to Christian.
"You're a very naughty boy, but that's a good thing. You have a lot of savvy, so that when you go to the Holy City of Aufa in the future, people won't worry that you can't get through." Christian laughed, "Waiting to get the approval.
Well, I have already communicated with the Sankagome family."
"Sankagome family?"
"Yes, our Raging Waves family and Lord Loren Sankagome had some interactions and friendships in the past. This time I asked the Sankagome family to come forward and fight for the twin springs. After the Sankagome family seizes the twin springs, we will
Transferred to you."
"You seem to have spent a lot of favors just to scare the monkeys." Duke sighed.
"Favors are meant to be used. How can you still earn interest if you leave them there?" Kisson said with a smile, "Besides, when you grow up, you may not be the next Loren Sankago.
Isn't the human kindness more valuable?"
Duke immediately gave a thumbs up: "Sir, you are really far-sighted!"
"In order to prevent me from being known as old-fashioned and dim-eyed, you kid should work hard and strive to reach the pinnacle of spiritual arcana as soon as possible."
After a pause, Christian said loudly: "You are a junior from the Black Dragon River, and you are also a rare junior with good weather. We old guys, no matter what, we have to protect you from the wind and rain for a while, and we can't let the chicks
Let’s learn to fly when you’re hungry.”
Duke was very moved.
That night, he invited Kiliya out, and in front of the flowers and under the moonlight, he said some sweet words: "From now on, the affairs of the Nutao family are my business, Duke."
"Duke, you're so kind!"
…
With Loren Sankagome, the only 7-ring Morning Star arcane instructor in the Wind Breath Domain, coming forward, the fight for the Twin Springs is no surprise.
Delely Armored Rat was very aware of the current situation and withdrew from the competition, and the Sankagome family finally got the approval.
Once it changes hands.
The approval document was in Duke's hands.
After Suktara found out, he directly assigned his financial director to Duke: "Son, it takes a lot of money to build a mage tower, especially a high-standard sage mage tower. Don't be stingy, what the teacher has is yours."
.”
"This...Teacher, you have given me so much support. I still owe you hundreds of thousands of gold dragons."
"No matter how many golden dragons there are, it doesn't mean anything to me. It's just a bunch of numbers. You know what the teacher is expecting, so, good boy, just do it." Suktala has already moved the mage tower to Duke
under the name.
Even the final deposit was simply given to Duke.
Duke did not refuse anymore and nodded solemnly: "Teacher, you will definitely be able to see the success of the ring replication material, and you can even try the projection ring yourself!"
"That would be great, but the teacher has to advise you not to put so much pressure on yourself. You have done a great job now, and the teacher is very satisfied."
"I know."
No need to say more.
Duke doesn't like to talk too much and only expresses his feelings through actions. Once the material for duplication of the loop is broken through, the teacher's kindness will naturally be repaid.
It was already May. After receiving the approval, Duke quickly contacted a large local construction company, Flamingo Construction Group.
"Your Excellency Karius, the construction of Duke Sage Mage Tower will be left to you."
"Duke Sage, you can rest assured. It is our honor for our Flamingo Construction Group to build the Mage Tower for you." Karius Flamingo said enthusiastically, "This is the first time we have built the Sage Mage Tower.
, I will definitely do my best and strive for perfection.”
Karius is a 3rd level arcane mage, puppet scholar, and also the Flamingo Baron.
The fiefdom is located in Liehuo Town, next to Snake Head Town.
Flamingo Construction Group is an industry owned by the Flamingo family. The family has inherited it for more than 300 years. Many large buildings in Heijiao River were built by Flamingo Construction Group.
"That puts me at ease."
"The group will carefully examine the geographical conditions of Lingya Mountain and the distribution of spiritual channels at the springs in the early stage, and then come up with the drawings as soon as possible. If you have any needs for the Duke Sage Mage Tower, you can put it forward at any time, and we will help you modify it."
"good."
Then Karius enthusiastically tried to persuade Duke to stay, but Duke couldn't refuse no matter what, so he could only stay at the Flamingo Manor in Fire Town and have a meal.
The arcane mages of the Flamingo family took turns in the battle and toasted to him.
There were even several teenage girls aged 17 or 18 who were in their prime to serve Duke personally, allowing Duke to fully feel the enthusiasm of the Flamingo family.
certainly.
He is very clear. The person served by the Flamingo Family is not himself, but the golden dragon in his pocket.
The construction cost involved in the construction of a Sage Mage Tower is that the materials alone must be worth at least one million gold dragons.
There are also labor costs, arcane construction costs...
Flamingo Construction Group may not be able to undertake a mage tower in decades, let alone a sage mage tower.
For the entire Flamingo family, Duke is the biggest customer this century.
"No, no, I can't stay here tonight. I have important experiments to prepare when I go back, so say goodbye!"
Even though the daughters of the Flamingo family tried to persuade him with their big watery eyes, Duke still resolutely said goodbye and left.
If I don't leave tonight, I'm afraid I will have to tangle with the Flamingo family for the rest of my life.
"I know how lustful I am, but I admire Shaoai. I didn't expect that in a half-drunk state, Sage Duke could still calmly reject the beauty. He is indeed very human!" Karius watched Duke leave on the airship and sighed with regret from the bottom of his heart.
.
A female arcane mage next to him sighed: "Snakehead Town and Liehuo Town are only about 20 kilometers apart. Such an outstanding young arcane mage was born, but he failed to be won over by the family. Instead, he was attracted by the inconspicuous Black Snake Family.
Winning over.”
"Mulander Black Snake is a conservative person. He is not as good as his father Mubia in spiritual arcana, but he still has a good eye for judging people." Karius shook his head, "I spent a lot of money in advance.
Tsk tsk, a pair of sisters were sent directly to Duke as assistants."
"Speaking of sisters, brother, our flamingo family is not lacking. Do you want to send a pair as well?" the female Arcana mage asked.
"Forget it, no matter how much you give, you will still be at a disadvantage."
"Uncle is right. I heard that Sage Duke and the beautiful girl from the Nutao family are very close. I'm afraid the influence will be noticed in a short time." Another younger arcanist mage said, "Maybe.
Wait for two years before making any plans."
Karius clicked his tongue twice, and then said sternly: "Some side tricks can only be used as stepping stones. This time Duke Sage entrusted the Flamingo Construction Group to build the Mage Tower. It must be completed with perfection. I would rather make less money than
To win the satisfaction of Sage Duke."
"Yes, uncle."
"Tomorrow you will take people to Runwu City, visit a few sage and mage towers, and familiarize yourself with the details."
"yes."
"I repeat again, the Duke Sage Mage Tower must be built as a model!" Karius felt that it was not practical enough, and warned again, "Cuihai City has been completed, and the surrounding Mage Towers have not yet been determined, but as long as we build the Duke Sage
The Mage Tower can always win several Mage Tower projects!"