After reading this letter, Matthew couldn't help but smile.
Lumiere is really a genius——
He even thought of asking a necromancer to collect the bodies of a large number of homeless corpses.
In a sense, it is an idea to solve the problem.
It’s hard to say whether he can be buried in peace or not.
He recalled it.
The Apple Parkway is a prosperous road that runs between the East Coast and the interior territories such as the Red Mountains.
The terrain in that area is mostly hilly, and it is famous for the many apple trees growing on both sides of the road.
Apple Avenue is north of Shenlan Port and south of Lion City. A certain section is indeed a buffer zone for both sides.
There are currently raging wars on the East Coast, so it is not surprising that a large number of corpses will temporarily accumulate.
But if there is no one to deal with it for a long time, it will be a problem.
"You can find a day and ride a Pegasus over there to have a look."
With so many corpses, Matthew would of course be lying if he said he was unmoved, but if some of the corpses of the soldiers were claimed by their families, he would be embarrassed to take them away by force.
After all, he is a fastidious necromancer.
After folding the letter, Matthew did not rush to write a reply because Lumiere did not mention this in this letter.
Instead, he claimed that he would continue heading north, and even if Matthew wanted to write a reply, he would not know where to send it.
Let’s wait for the future king of the rainforest to settle down again.
Now he took out a sketched map——
He copied this map from Rhaegar, and the proportions are terrible, so he can only give a rough idea.
After roughly determining the location of Apple Avenue.
Matthew began to think about when to leave for the trip.
Two hours later.
He met the energetic little Patton in the closed sulfur mine.
He seemed to be in good condition, and even wore a decent leather uniform. He was taller and more powerful than the ordinary Minotaur.
"How about it?"
Matthew was concerned about his experience in Bigfoot that day.
Little Patton said confidently:
"I have successfully joined Stuluk Industries and served as the workshop director of the third workshop of the explosives factory."
Matthew was slightly surprised:
"You found that devil named Simmons?"
Little Paton shook his head:
"That Simmons was a shrewd guy at first glance. I didn't want to deal with him in this state, so I found another way to join Stuluk Industries."
Matthew looked at him with interest, handed him a glass of milk, and motioned for him to continue.
Little Paton drank the milk in one gulp and smashed the milk foam while saying:
"After I returned to Bigfoot City, I first went to find some Minotaur homeless people on the roadside. Didn't the Minotaur Ranger named Conley tell us that these homeless people were once employees of Stuluk Industries?
I just came to them to understand the situation."
Matthew asked:
"As soon as you went over and asked, they were very cooperative?"
Little Patton waved his hand:
"Of course not, those people are hopeless guys. Their lives have been ruined by Stuluk Industries, but they don't even dare to complain publicly. If there is no benefit, how can they dare to reveal the situation in the factory?
"
"But this kind of people are easy to deal with. I promised to help them get sulfur after I went in. When they heard this, their eyes lit up and they immediately said everything."
"After asking around one night, I even found out how many meat toilets the director of a certain branch factory had in his home."
"So early the next morning, I went to the factory with the most complete information. That factory had a decent status within Stuluk Industries and was responsible for the preliminary production and processing of explosives."
"When I reported for duty in the morning, there was a female devil who saw that I was strong and asked me to work in the workshop she managed. Naturally, I wanted to do it."
"It just happened that this morning, the original workshop director was late because he slept in. The female devil was furious and abolished his position and asked me to take over temporarily. So I became the workshop director on the first day of work, with many subordinates under me.
Six assembly lines for explosives production.”
"I spent the whole morning observing and studying the contents of the assembly line. I found that the factory of Stuluk Industries was not as perfect as I imagined. There was a lot of room for improvement in their product lines. I secretly summarized these points.
Keep it all in mind."
"In the afternoon, the female devil asked me to go to her room to talk.
In her room, I took the opportunity to present my ideas for improving the product line.
And when I left her room.
He has become the official workshop director."
Matthew was stunned for a moment:
"Do you have a unique talent in workshop management?"
"That's not true."
Little Patton spread his hands helplessly:
"She dismissed my ideas for improvement."
"But she repeatedly praised my massage techniques and hinted that I would often visit her office in the future."
"Ahem, these details are not important. What is important is that it only took me one day to gain a foothold within Stuluk Industries. I was safe until the female demon ate me up and wiped me clean.
So you don’t have to worry about my safety.”
Matthew said nothing.
He changed the subject:
"Then did you make any significant discoveries in the Stuluk Industrial factory?"
"have!"
Little Patton said in a deep voice:
"I found out that they are not only using sulfur ore to make large amounts of explosives, but they are also making a cannon called the Mage Killer!"
Mage killer?
The name is quite deceiving.
Matthew quickly asked:
"What does that kind of artillery look like? What is its function?"
Little Patton took out a brand new silver silk sac from his lower back and handed it to Matthew:
"I stole a door and came out so you can have a look."
Matthew was surprised:
"Can you actually steal their product?"
"Also, where did you get the storage items?"
Little Patton said "Oh" and explained:
"I sneaked into their warehouse after get off work. Stuluk Industries is tight on the outside and loose on the inside.
The warehouses are unattended.
I saw several similar storage props thrown in the corner and no one wanted them.
I just picked one up.
Artillery too.
There is an entire half warehouse, and there are so many of them that I can’t even count them. I guess no one would know if I even stole one.
I also touched some gunpowder and more sulfur ore.
Don't tell me yet.
This storage item is really quite big, even bigger than the storage ring that Rhaegar often brags about!"
Matthew took the silk sac and took a look.
This thing is really big.
There are four grids inside.
One of the grids has a cannon stuffed into it, and there is a surplus next to it.
The other three grids are filled with explosive barrels and sulfur packets.
He weighed the silk bag and found that the value of this thing alone was more than two thousand gold coins.
Little Patton, this guy, really has some ability to exploit people.
"This is not a suitable place to use artillery. Let's go to the surface and have a look."
While talking, Matthew took Little Patton out of the underground and came to the north of the oak forest and near the Trace of the Dead northeast of the protective umbrella.
He took out the cannon, placed it on the top of the mountain, and headed in the direction of the Mark of the Dead.
on the data column.
…
"You obtained the mage "Killer Seventeen (Screaming Cannon)".
Screaming Cannon: After using this cannon, mages within a certain area will lose the ability to cast spells."
…
"Create an artificial forbidden zone? Is it so powerful?"
Matthew motioned for Little Patton to fire.
The latter spent a day in the workshop of Stuluk Industries, and he was already familiar with the relevant knowledge.
At that moment, he slightly adjusted the barrel of the gun, threw a ball of burning dry grass into it, and then suddenly pressed the wrench next to it.
boom!
A loud noise louder than thunder rang in their ears.
A flash of fire burst out from the barrel.
But no buildings in front were seen to be damaged.
When it is.
Matthew couldn't help but cover his ears with his hands, and he walked a few steps in a daze.
I couldn't calm down for a long time.
…
"Warning: When you encounter scream damage, your hearing is temporarily reduced to 10%!
Your focus is temporarily deducted by 80%.
Duration: 15 minutes."
…
"Grass!"
"The artillery is just a noise-making machine!"
Now Matthew finally understood how it worked.
If you dare to love the Antu Empire, just use noise to greet Master, right?
Have to admit it.
This is actually an idea for mages.
Concentration is the lifeblood of a mage.
Any behavior that weakens concentration may cause great harm to the mage.
Especially in the case of information asymmetry, a large number of screaming artillery can have a decisive effect in attacking a place where mages gather.
"But in theory, such violent sound waves can also cause huge damage to undead creatures. Behind Stuluk Industries is a Necron force. If they dare to use this method to deal with mages, they must have self-protection methods.
"
Matthew thought about it for a while.
If you know the function of this thing, it is not difficult to prevent it. Just plug your ears with cotton and it will be much better.
Not to mention the soundproofing spell.
"It seems that I need to move up my study schedule of soundproofing spells."
Matthew and little Patton stared at each other.
Both of them returned to the oak forest while picking their ears.
Along the way.
Little Paton also took out a light bulb from his crotch and gave Matthew a stroke.
Matthew originally wanted to use a thunder sword to see if the current stimulation could make the light bulb light up, but his concentration was too low and he couldn't use it at all, so he had to give up temporarily.
The two of them didn't go far.
Several figures came towards me from the other side of the oak forest.
Matthew took a closer look.
It turned out that Zeller sent Sif here.
"Starting tonight, Sif will be in your hands."
"I hope we can protect his safety."
Zeller earnestly pushed the blushing Sif to Matthew's side.
Little Patton opened his ears in shock:
"Wait, are you just living with my cousin?"
"I haven't prepared your wedding gifts yet!"
Matthew couldn't quite hear what he was saying, so he just nodded:
"Okay, okay, I understand."
Sif's face turned redder now.
Zeller also looked at Matthew a little strangely, surprised by his straightforwardness.
But his attention was more focused on little Patton.
In the latter's stern eyes.
Zeller said sternly:
"Come with me and don't cause any more trouble to Matthew."
However, little Patton picked his ears hard:
"What?"
"what are you saying?"
"Louder than I can hear!"
So Zeller repeated what he just said.
But little Patton still couldn't hear it.
He looked at Zeller doubtfully.
The latter mistakenly thought that this guy was pretending to be deaf and mute, so without saying a word, he picked up Little Patton and prepared to carry him towards Rolling Stone Town.
Before leaving, he said to Matthew:
"Looks like our tax collector needs to clear his head."
"I'll leave this to you. Remember to seal the time and space cracks as soon as possible."
Matthew still had a vague understanding, but he saw Zeller's mouth shape clearly in the second half of the sentence and nodded.
Little Patton was crushed away in confusion.
Sif lowered her head and was led by Matthew into the darkness.
"You will live in my cemetery for these two days. The environment there will definitely not be as good as the lord's mansion. I can only feel wronged to you."
When passing an oak tree.
An oak fairy flew out and cast a natural spell on Matthew, restoring his hearing.
He finally got out of that hazy state and was able to communicate with people normally.
Sif lowered her head and said:
"It's okay. It's an emergency. Uncle Zeller told me about it."
Matthew nodded slightly.
Uncle Zeller's words made him feel a little uncomfortable.
But think about it carefully.
Zeller and Rhaegar are both old men in their forties, and I do have some credit to their generation.
And Little Parton and Sif are obviously half a generation younger than me.
"It seems we still have to discuss things on their own terms."
Matthew thought secretly in his heart.
Otherwise, wouldn't Sif want to call herself Uncle Matthew?
etc.
Think about it, why is it a little exciting?
He shook his head vigorously, sure that it was a symptom of lack of concentration and not what he was really thinking.
So he opened his mouth and said:
"By the way, where is the little devil named Nini?"
Sif said softly:
"I sealed her away. I don't like Nini. She is a bad woman."
"Matthew, do you like bad women?"
like.
But Matthew was embarrassed to say it.
He just coughed and tried to change the subject.
But just at this time.
The two of them have followed the stone stairs to the cemetery. Not far away is Matthew's workshop. He has now vacated the bedroom next to it for Sif, and he has asked the troll Xinwak to work overtime all night.
A new stone house was built next to it.
"I'm going to the kitchen to find Paige!"
The cold environment in the cemetery obviously made Sif uncomfortable.
She tried to find someone familiar to her.
But just arrived at the kitchen door.
She saw that besides Peggy, there was another young and beautiful girl here.
Sif looked at Qiuka silently.
Qiuka also looked at Sif curiously.
The atmosphere in the kitchen suddenly became weird.
Matthew felt a little regretful as soon as he followed him.
Seeing Sif smiling and asking:
"Who is this lady? Can you introduce her to me, Matthew?"
Matthew was still thinking about how to introduce Qiuka's complicated origins.
Peggy came in through the other door.
She looked at Sif in surprise, then picked up the princess and spun her around three times:
"Oh, my baby, I heard from Matthew that you have a fever, but why do I think you don't have a fever at all?!"
"It's great that you are back to health. I haven't studied the cookbook thoroughly yet, so I just have a few questions to ask you."
"Come on, let me introduce to you. Qiuka is our family's mascot, who is responsible for catching mice and lice."
As she said that, Paige held Sif firmly with one hand and hooked her other hand on Qiuka's shoulder:
"Come on, Chouka, show your skills and let my precious Sif see the world."
Even though he looked a little reluctant on his face.
But Qiuka still honestly turned into a little white cat and jumped around on the ground.
The tension on Sif's face immediately disappeared.
quickly.
Continuous laughter came from the kitchen.
Matthew breathed a sigh of relief.
Quietly withdrew.
"This kind of thing has to be Peggy. She seems to be really popular with women."
But looking at the scene of the three people laughing and laughing.
Matthew suddenly felt a little disappointed.
He couldn't help but glance at the data column.
fine.
It’s okay if there are no strange elements added to the Tauren realm!
…
After settling in Sif.
Matthew took a tour of the underground.
The situation in the cemetery is thriving.
The arrival of the black warrior Argus has greatly increased the activity here.
This is a guy who can't sit still.
And he has a great sense of ownership.
As early as the first day when Matthew ordered the formation of the cemetery army, Argus rushed to every corner of the cemetery non-stop, looking for suitable soldiers.
He was not in a hurry.
But after having an in-depth understanding of the qualities and background of each cemetery member.
Only then a complete list was gradually drawn up.
I happened to meet Matthew today, and Agus brought over everyone on the list.
Matthew took stock.
It was discovered that Argus had selected six black warriors, twelve zombies, twelve skeletons, and twenty-four ghosts——
Two more humans?
Matthew pointed at the two arsonists with blank faces and asked strangely:
"They are humans, can they also be incorporated into the army of the undead?"
Agus explained:
"I think their qualities are very good and they are very suitable for transformation into the undead."
The faces of the two arsonists suddenly turned pale.
They all knelt on the ground, trembling:
"Lord Matthew!"
“We don’t dare to be lazy at work anymore!”
"Please don't kill us."
Matthew hasn't spoken yet.
Argus persuaded him kindly:
"Don't be afraid. Becoming the immortal is not as bad as you think. Look at me, isn't it normal?"
The arsonists trembled even more.
Matthew waved his hand to temporarily stop Agus's wild thoughts.
He asked again:
"Why are there so many ghosts?"
Agus explained:
"Ghosts are highly mobile and have a higher average level. I think they are very suitable for the role of scouts."
Matthew's heart moved:
"Can you train different arms separately?"
Argus said modestly:
"know a little."
Matthew immediately waved his hand:
"Okay, that's it for the list of the first patrol team. From now on, you can train whoever you want!"
Argus looked at the two arsonists on the ground and hesitated to speak:
"Sir, then they..."
Matthew said expressionlessly:
"Don't worry, let's take a look at the output of Chi Huo Glue next week before making a decision."
The two arsonists were then escorted back to the workroom with great gratitude.
Later that night when Matthew passed by.
I found that work was in full swing inside.
Seeing how energetically the arsonists worked, Matthew suspected that if he gave them a sewing machine, they could turn it into a Hot Wheels!
"It's all good things."
Matthew smiled and left the workroom window.
The other residents of the cemetery are quite at ease.
Red Flame Nightmare would go deeper into the underground city to fight the autumn wind every three days. At first, Matthew was a little worried, but as time went by, he let him go.
After all, this guy can enter the "etheric plane", and his escape ability is quite good, so there is no need to worry too much.
And among the skeletons and zombies who were not drafted into the army.
A dice-throwing game seems to have become popular recently.
No matter where Matthew went, he could see skeletons or zombies in groups, throwing dice made from stones.
Needless to say.
This evil trend must have been brought about by Renesmee.
It's a pity that Matthew turned half a circle and didn't see Renesmee.
We can only give lectures next time we meet.
And the good news is not without -
First, Matthew discovered that A Bing's "training of the same kind" finally had an effect.
Two skeleton soldiers were transformed into "skeleton assassins".
But whether it was intentional or unintentional, these two people have maintained a state of stealth since they obtained the assassin template.
This made Argus not notice them when he was catching the young men!
Matthew only discovered this change when he came over on a whim to take stock of the skulls.
These two skeleton assassins have been upgraded to LV10. They have a certain level of intelligence and can hear Matthew's simple instructions. They are quite powerful.
After thinking about it, Matthew sent them to the patrol team of Argus.
Let them take charge of the surveillance mission around the cemetery.
Secondly, Matthew noticed that a small amount of "negative energy crystal clusters" grew in some corners of the cemetery.
This is an excellent magic material.
After a little grinding and purification of negative energy crystal clusters, you can get the expensive "negative energy crystal salt".
Crystal salt and underground spring water are blended in a certain proportion.
You can obtain a potion called "Ansula Suspension".
Ansula Suspension can be used to restore the life and condition of the undead, and can also nourish the soul fire in a small way. It is something that the undead dream of.
There are not many negative energy crystal clusters in the cemetery now.
Matthew was in no hurry and started collecting.
He was afraid that collecting too early would affect the formation of more crystal clusters.
"I remember that Black Locust has a great effect on the growth of negative energy crystal clusters. I still have to find a way to grow more."
Looking at the sparse number of black locusts around the cemetery.
Matthew thought to himself.
Return from a tour.
The lights have been turned off in Sif's room next door.
Matthew walked around the door and walked into the stone house next to him, intending to review the combat skills he had learned a while ago.
But at this moment.
His brain suddenly trembled slightly.
Immediately afterwards.
Pictures, either grand or detailed, flooded into his mind like movie clips!
In an instant.
The pores all over his body shrank involuntarily!
…
"Tip: Your ability "World Events" is now in effect!
Based on your professional level, number of fields and perception ability, this "World Event" has captured three pieces of news for you, namely "world-level", "national-level" and "privately related".
-
World: The Guardian of the East "Chen" (legendary mage) killed the evil dragon (legendary creature/behemoth) in the sea in one fell swoop, eliminating a major problem that had lasted for thousands of years in the eastern seas! -
Kingdom: The troll tribe occupied the Stone Armor City in the north. The troll leader Clark became king here and vowed to revive the ancient troll empire. At this point, the troll kingdom became the first to be established on the continent of Irondor since the Tianlun Palace was ascended.
country.
-
Private: In the territory of Escana (between planes), the Bru tribe tore up the truce agreement it had signed with the Blood Banner Kingdom.
The Buru tribe claimed that they had captured the only male heir of the Blood Banner Kingdom;
The Blood Flag Kingdom claims that this is fake news, and that the royal family has no male heir... (Click to view the details of the vision)"
