Three years later, the annual gathering of Broken Snow Kingdom came as scheduled, and grand gatherings were held in three locations.
If you want to do business, you have to go to Tuodao. Today Tuodao has become a new trade center. The White Tower Country has restarted grain trade. The Golden Eagle people’s rubber business is also very popular. The Broken Snow Country still maintains the tradition of never selling raw materials.
The newly produced jade bricks are also very popular and have almost become a must-select product for nobles from all over the world.
It was made of square bricks as thin as cicada wings, which were polished and carefully cut layer by layer using sacred stones from the All Saints Mountain.
To say it is a brick is simply a blasphemy. It is the most precious jade. Under the impetus of divine power, it melts into the sacred essence and condenses into a work of art.
Appropriate exaggeration is the basis of advertising. For example, Cicada Wing is a bit exaggerated. The thickness of this brick is close to one centimeter. In Reggie's previous life, it had a resounding name, ceramic tile.
If you want to have fun, you should go to Zhilin City. The arena has been expanded and can accommodate tens of thousands of spectators. During the day, you can feel the shock of blood and sand, and at night, you can feel the gentleness of clouds and rain.
Just like Alfred said, no matter how good your self-control is, Zhilin City will always make you willing to spend the last copper coin.
If you want to find spiritual pursuits, you have to go to Broken Snow City. Most of the factories have moved to Cotai City and Blackstone Island. What is left in Broken Snow City is academics, technology and art.
A mathematics arena was set up in the school city. Reggie posed ten difficult questions and offered a high reward of 500 gold coins for each question, attracting students from all over the world to compete.
Ten questions, five thousand gold coins, this number frightened Nipoli. In fact, Reggie was not that generous. Seven of the ten questions were unsolvable.
In addition to the mathematics competition, there are also history competitions, engineering competitions, medical competitions, agricultural competitions, craftsmanship competitions, and even witchcraft competitions... As long as you have a skill, you are qualified to become a player.
A new grand theater has been added to the city, and the two theaters show different plays every day. On New Year's Eve, the citizens of Broken Snow City will vote collectively to select twelve awards including the best play, best artist, and best new work.
Samantha has always been a superstar in the theater. As long as she takes action, she will always win awards, big and small.
But this year she faced a serious challenge. Yalishan won six awards in one fell swoop for her self-written and performed play "Sinking Like Sand".
After the theater grand prize was announced, the competition in the arena also reached its climax. Modesa passed all the tests and reached the finals, where he will compete with a swordsman from Dongsang Kingdom for the championship.
But Modesa gave up on the finals and decided to take the train that night and rush back to Shattering Snow City.
"Don't you think it's a pity?" Saga didn't understand Modesa's thoughts. "It's still some time before the expedition, why are you in a hurry to go back?"
"It's no pity. I have to go back and pack my bags. I still have a lot of things to prepare. Besides, I may not be able to win the championship."
"Do you think that Dongsang man is your opponent?"
"His swordsmanship is very good. Fighting with him is not a wise choice. To deal with such a person, it is best to use a gun, and the legend about me is best to stay in the legend forever." Modessa poured a glass of wine for Saga.
, Saga took a sip and coughed for a long time.
Modesa sighed and said, "It's been three years and your body hasn't recovered yet?"
"I wouldn't have been so seriously injured originally. It was all because of that bastard Dio who took me directly to the center of the enemy's camp. I was beaten by demons for a whole fifty minutes."
"You've been complaining about this for three whole years."
"I will complain for thirty years, and I will write this on Dio's epitaph, so that this stupid fool will never have peace in hell!"
Saga pushed the wine glass aside, indicating that he could not drink any more. Seeing that he was still coughing, Modesa asked: "Do you really want to participate in the competition?"
"Now that I'm here, I'm going to take the championship away."
"You won the championship once."
"That's why I want to take it again. It feels very addictive."
"Are you that confident?"
Saga smiled and said, "Who can stop me?"
Modesa said: "I heard that Kui Sha will also participate in the competition."
Saga was stunned for more than ten seconds, then picked up the wine glass and took another sip.
After coughing for a long time, he put down his glass and said, "You're right, I've won the championship once, so why waste time on such boring things? I'd better go back to Broken Snow City with you. There are still many things to discuss.
The old wizard explained."
"Old wizard?" Modesa asked in surprise, "Are you talking about Bachelo?"
"Of course it's not Bachelo. I'm afraid the grudge between me and him will never be erased in this lifetime. I'm talking about Doranor."
"Isn't Dolanor going with us?"
"Because we are going together, I have to explain a few more words. We are both old and need to take care of each other."
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Doranor wrote what he had learned throughout his life into four parchment books and handed them to Bella: "I can stay in Shattering Snow City for a few more days. If you don't understand anything, you can ask me."
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Bella said with red eyes: "Why can't you take me with you? As long as you tell the Lord, he will definitely agree!"
"I'm doing it for your own good. No one wants to go to that hellish place."
"I don't care, I will go wherever you go. I am your only disciple, why did you abandon me!" Bella messed up her hair and tore Dolanor's clothes like a shrew, "It's because
Salena, right? I knew it was the invisible witch, this shameless woman who has been seducing you. I will go to her for a duel tomorrow! No matter who wins or loses, one of us will die anyway! I want you to fight for
I will regret my choice today for the rest of my life!"
It wasn't until not long ago that Dolanor understood one thing. Bella rejected countless suitors not because her vision was too high, but because she only had Dolanor in her heart, the old wizard who bought her back from Blue Bay.
, this old man who has taken care of her for eight years.
Bella is a first-rate beauty, and Doranor should be proud of her charm, but he regards this girl as his own daughter.
Daughters are different from sons. Sons can accept more experiences, but daughters should not suffer any hardships.
"Don't cry, think on the bright side," Doranor took off the amulet and put it around Bella's neck, "I will come back alive, maybe next New Year."
It was not only Bella who cried, but also Imma.
"Why you, why not me, why does he always take you with him? Does he prefer you that much?"
Reggie wanted to take Camilla on a long journey, but left Imma in Shattering Snow City.
Normally, Camila would taunt Imma severely, but this time she didn't want to do that, and they would probably never see each other again.
"Didn't the Lord tell you that he needs you to stay here? He needs someone to pass on his knowledge."
"Why don't you stay?"
"Because you and I are so far apart. If we simply compare our medical skills, there is no way I can compare with you."
"You lied!"
"I'm not lying to you. Your talent is so great that I really can't compare to you. Only you can pass on the Lord's knowledge!"
“My students can do it too!”
"Forget about your students, they haven't learned even 30% of your skills!"
"What should I do?" Imma got into Camila's arms and cried loudly, "I can't let him go..."
Iron Skull sat in the barracks, quietly waiting for the final handover.
Three months ago, he resigned as the leader of the orc army and recommended Boneshatter to take his place.
This was the seventh time he submitted his resignation, and this time, Reggie agreed to it.
Shattered Bones came to the camp, sat silently next to Tie Shou for a long time, and whispered: "If you regret it, we should go find the Lord now. It should be too late."
"There is nothing to regret. I made a serious mistake and should have resigned from the army long ago. I am not even a qualified soldier, so how can I be qualified to be an officer?"
Broken Bone said: "This is not your fault. The Lord also said that he asked you to follow Kui Shao to fight. That was his order..."
"That was not his order, at least not from his intention," Iron Skull roared and broke the broken bones, and he cried. "He just wants to realize my dream, and then bear all the responsibilities for me. In his words
He said, this is called taking the blame, do you understand? I can't let him take the blame for me, he has taken the blame for too many people!"
Broken Bones sighed and said, "You are born to fight. Besides fighting, what else can you do?"
"My pension is quite large, eight hundred gold coins, enough for me to spend a lifetime."
"What should you do with your son? Is he going to live in vain with you?"
Tie Shu smiled and said: "The younger son continues studying. The eldest son is not good at studying. He wants to join the army, so he has to trouble you to give him a good job. The second son likes to do business. I discussed it with Old Hill and recognized him first.
Be a master, and he also has a crush on Ansley, so he can find an opportunity to make a move, but Decto refuses to marry her anyway."
"Ansili...that girl is indeed charming," Broken Bones sighed, "You have to be careful and don't force Sulit to fight you."
Asharif was packing his luggage, while his wife was crying beside him.
"If you abandon me so cruelly, the gods will curse you!"
"I'm about to set off, don't say such unlucky words!"
"The lord gave you a chance to choose, why did you insist on going to that place with him!"
"People must learn to be grateful!" Asharif stood up and said, "Don't forget who gave us all this!"
"You just left like this, what should I do?" His wife got into Asharif's arms and cried bitterly.
"I will be back soon. If I can't come back, I mean if there are four hundred gold coins under the bed..."
The wife looked at Asharif and said seriously: "Oleg's second daughter has grown up. Look at her figure and appearance. Aren't you greedy? As long as you promise me not to leave, I will help you marry her.
come over!"
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Since the railway was built between Golden Light City and Broken Snow City, the country's steel production has doubled. When seeing the amazing transportation capacity of the railway, no one dared to question Reggie's idea. Last fall, the railways throughout Broken Snow Country
Open to traffic.
Reggie took a special train from Suixue City to Zhilin City, from Zhilin City to Drawsha City, from Drawsha City to Jinguang City, from Jinguang City to Silver Pine City, from Silver Pine City to Hanfeng Fortress through four small towns.
Returned to Broken Snow City from Hanmaple Fortress.
The journey that originally took two months only took ten days. Reggie was very satisfied, but also a little regretful. It would have been nice to go to the Western Region.
Back in the castle, Reggie held a meeting, and all the important figures in the Shattered Snow Kingdom attended the meeting.
At the meeting, Reggie handed over the political affairs of Shattered Snow Country to Bachelo, and Nipoli and Edwina jointly assisted him in governing.
In terms of military power, the Western Territory is still under the control of Jarvan, the first army still belongs to Erwin, the second army is handed over to Sulit, the navy is handed over to Shemsha, the chariot army is handed over to Gelkar (the Rotten), and Jarvan is responsible for
All armies have jurisdiction, but the air force and the Orc Legion are under the direct command of Batchelor.
There are many details and restrictions on everyone's power. Chris helped Reggie come up with it. For example, when Edwina and Nipoli objected to Bachelo's decision at the same time, Bachelo
Luo must make corrections to his decision, otherwise Jarvan has the power to deprive Bachelo of his military power. If Bachelo determines that Jarvan has committed treason, with the support of Nipoli and Edwina, Bachelo can remove all of Jarvan's military powers.
Position.
"Work harder and live longer, it all depends on you from now on!" This was Reggie's last advice to the Grand Bachelor.
Batchelor took a deep breath and tried his best to suppress his tears: "Sir, why are you leaving in such a hurry? I was planning to invite you to my wedding."
"Wedding...with whom?"
"Catherine, you have seen that girl."
Catherine, Natalie's friend.
What a sin, Grand Maester, she is sixty years younger than you!
It seems that this old guy has really been reborn.
After the meeting, there are still some confidential links that need to be arranged, and someone must secretly ensure the safety of Shattering Snow Country.
The investigation work was handed over to Tyr and Lance, the communication system was handed over to Tortosa and Brooke, and the dirty work was left to Yang Qiu and Charka...
After arranging the complicated government affairs, the tired Reggie wanted to have a good sleep, but Shirley reminded her that it was time to set off.
Shirley did not feel sad about the separation this time, because she and Reggie would travel far together.
"Sir, many people have learned the news that you are leaving. It is best for us to set off overnight. We may not be able to leave smoothly tomorrow."
"Are you too worried," Reggie sneered, "Will they keep me?"
"Of course," Alfred, who came to see him off, smiled. "Your people love you more than you think."
"That's fine, just think that I'm deceiving myself."
After packing his expenses, Reggie left the castle in a carriage. He watched everything on the way and wished he could keep every corner in his heart.
On New Year's Eve, Suixue City is brightly lit, and people are worshiping in their yards. Some worship the God of Grain, some worship the God of Shang, and some worship the God of Children. They are all praying for good luck in the coming year.
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Many people also gathered under the white tower in the center of the city. This is the tradition of Suixue City to mourn the fallen heroes on New Year's Eve.
There is a huge crowd in front of the theater. The same play will be performed in all halls tonight - "Demon Slayer Ode". The story tells the story of Shattering Snow Country's fight against evil.
Reggie didn't like this scene. The script overly belittled Mandassa. As a generational hero, he almost conquered the continent of Origino. No matter how hated he was, he should receive the minimum respect.
The demon-slaying war ended half a year ago. Mandasa died, and the remaining forces were completely wiped out. Except for the surrendered wind demons and sand demons, the continent of Origino was completely free from the threat of evil demons.
In this war, Dio and his tribe contributed key forces. Reggie will fulfill his promise and lead an expedition to the Bloodfall Continent to regain the land of his ancestors for Dio.
When the carriage drove to the city gate, Reggie saw a group of civilians waiting at the bottom of the city. There were not many of them, about a hundred or so people. They didn't know where they got the news, and they knew that Reggie would leave Broken Snow City tonight.
The faces of these people are all familiar, including Varese, old Yaman, Hunter Rogers (Will's son) who has just entered the school city, and Iron Skull, who has just become a civilian.
There were also a group of familiar officials, including Old Hill and Dexter. Fortunately, Reggie also saw Dexter's wife.
After staying in Broken Snow City for nearly ten years, this is the first time Reggie has seen the true appearance of this lady. This legendary vulgar and ugly woman is actually a rare beauty. Judging from her temperament,
This lady is well educated and must have a good background. No wonder Dexter cherishes her so much.
Reggie got off the carriage and looked at everyone for a long time.
They looked at Reggie, but in the end they didn't say anything touching.
When Reggie got on the carriage again, he suddenly heard someone playing bagpipes and singing.
Fine snowflakes fell on the city wall
Don't take it away with the howling north wind
I'm gonna hide it in the clay pot in the backyard
It will turn into mellow ale next year.”
It's the song of broken snow.
Reggie lowered his head and listened to the entire song in the carriage.
He let his green hair cover his face. This could block his tears and his face when he cried.
When they arrived at the dock, Alfred didn't say anything more. He wanted to give Reggie and Chris a little more time.
After being silent for a long time, Chris suddenly raised his head and said: "Fuck the promise, that thing is useless. No monarch in the world will keep his promise. Including me, breaking one's promise is a common thing! Don't go
Blood Falls Continent, stay here and make Broken Snow Country stronger!"
"Maybe I am not a mature monarch yet," Reggie said with a smile, "I must keep my promise this time."
Chris hugged Reggie and said, "I'll give you five years, just five years. After five years, you must come back!"
"What if I can't come back?"
"If you don't come back in five years, I will annex your country!"
"You really scared me."
Chris didn't want to cry in front of Reggie, so he pushed Reggie away and left the beach.
Reggie was about to get on the boat when he saw Calaf, Imma, Tortosa and Swindell running over.
"Take me with you!" Kalaf knelt on the ground and said, "Sir, how could you abandon me!"
"I have not abandoned you. I need you to leave something for me to prove that I have really been here and that you can pass on what belongs to me." Reggie looked at Imma and Swindell, "The same goes for you."
Tortosa said: "What about me? Why can't I go with you?"
"Because you are needed here. This is my order and your brother's order!"
Swindell said: "Take me with you, sir. Kalaf is enough here. My daughter has grown up and she can take care of herself. You need a qualified craftsman by your side!"
"I have him," Reggie pointed to Hurley on the nail plate, "our crazy elf has grown up too."
Swindell shook his head and said: "Do you think he is still normal?"
Reggie sighed and said, "He has never been normal anyway."
The gray-haired Hurley was quarreling with Kuaishu. The content of the quarrel had no logic and was purely a shrew-style personal attack.
"You crazy person!"
"You idiot!"
"You are a white-haired monkey!"
"You are a green boar!"
"You have snot on your teeth!"
"Your teeth are in your nostrils!"
Thinking of living with these idiots for several years, Reggie felt a headache. He boarded the deck, Natalie controlled the sea breeze, and Asharif commanded the crew to add coal to the steam engine and blow up the wind, and the fleet set off.
In addition to having to endure crazy elves and orcs, Reggie also has to endure his mother-in-law's wizards and dragons.
Dio said: "I think your soldiers are still too few. The land of our ancestors is so vast, several times larger than the Origino continent."
Saga said: "I don't even have enough weapons. That's the devil's lair there."
"You should also prepare more food."
"There are not enough medicines either."
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Reggie's ears were about to get calluses: "Have you ever been to the Blood Falls Continent?"
The two of them shook their heads together.
"I've never been there and you're still here talking nonsense! I've agreed that everything will be decided by me. If you keep talking nonsense, I'll throw you into the sea!" Reggie pointed at Dio and emphasized, "Especially you, don't always say it's you.
The land of our ancestors, we have agreed that if we capture the Bloodfall Continent, half will be left to you, and the rest will be left to us!"
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Although the journey was not pleasant, there were some surprises, such as Ada and Yinge. Reggie didn't know them well, but now he can have in-depth contact with them, and he can have repeated contact with them.
Another example is Natalie. They know each other so well that the last layer of veil has not yet been pierced.
"Sir, the wind is calm tonight. I would like to discuss some academic issues with you..."
"Okay, okay," Reggie was really a little nervous when he saw Natalie's face flushed, "I, we have a lot of time, we can discuss it slowly..."
After discussing academic matters with Natalie all night, Reggie came to the deck and waited for the sunrise.
Diad came to Reggie and asked: "Why did you take me with you? Those who can get on this ship are all big shots."
"You are also a big shot, a big shot recommended by the Grand Master," Reggie said with a smile, "I need you to witness some things, tamper with some things, and create some things. Cherish your great opportunity.
"
Doranor came to Reggie and whispered: "Sir, two ships are chasing us, one is a boar warship and the other is a pirate ship."
Reggie opened the telescope and saw two red-haired women standing on the same deck.
Grace said to Sophia: "Have you really abandoned your throne?"
"Who told you?" Sophia gritted her teeth and said, "The throne is mine, and so is the man! I will take him back to the palace!"
Grace smiled and said, "I'm not as greedy as you. I just want to give him a child."
"Stop being delusional, I haven't succeeded yet."
Grace ate a piece of dried fish and said, "That's because you are useless."
"Try it again!"
"Aren't you still convinced?"
…
Doranor said: "Should we use rocks to block them?"
Reggie shook his head and said: "No need, let them do it."
Diad said: "Are you really just trying to fulfill your promise?"
"Who knows?" Reggie smiled strangely, "Bloodfall Continent, here I come!"
Passionate singing rang out from the sea, and Ada turned around and shouted: "Sir, this is the song of my people!"
Reggie laughed loudly and said: "Muhahaha, thank you for your tribe's blessings for me!"
The boat was quiet for a few seconds, and Reggie immediately shouted: "Let Dorothy inform everyone, plug their ears immediately, tell Abu, change the route immediately, we are surrounded by sea monsters!"