Arcane splendor begins with the throne

Chapter 136 Mission

Looking at the shriveled back of his old friend, Sacco felt a sense of gloom for no reason.

Because it reminded him of the time when he came all the way to Golden Feather City, trying to persuade the other party to join the White Crow Mercenary Group.

Until now, he still vividly remembers how the sewer prince coldly rejected him and then tightened his lips, just like a virgin who guarded his body like jade, and the tight legs seemed to contain the gold of the entire Golden Feather City.

I know your character, you will definitely come to me, Sacco thought.

Because he already felt that this kind of opportunity made his old friend's heart itch, and his heart was like a cat scratching.

Then he put away the dagger hidden in his sleeve and walked towards the basement room.

Sometimes, Sacco would also hide in a dark corner, listening to some suppressed groans, thinking about whether his choice was right or not.

As a profit-oriented mercenary, he suddenly realized that if he knew the consequences and gave him another chance to choose, he would even sign the doomed contract more cleanly than the first time.

Because he exchanged his loyalty and soul for the long-awaited power and status within reach.

He knows very well that these things are heights that he will hardly reach even if he works hard for a lifetime, especially strength.

Some people might ridicule him that he is a fallen man who signed a contract with the devil and sold his soul in exchange for power.

So what?

At least he got something that he struggled for a lifetime, but those who laughed, after they finished laughing, they would still work hard for the life they yearned for, hard work, hard work, hard work...

Until he died of exhaustion, he was still like a skinny monkey, just a sewer prince.

As for him, he can even live to be 80 years old, then drink a lot of wine, and then die in his warm bed.

As for the soul after death?
It's good to have a good life in this life, who cares about those shitty things.

What kind of life would he live if he could choose freely?
Sacco believed he would still choose this life, at least for now.

Because he felt very comfortable, even the adventurous life in Longshou Port was still full of turmoil, full of aggression by humanoid creatures and wars against orcs, dangerous winter wolves and snow apes, as well as major mercenary groups and chambers of commerce intrigue between.

Because of this, making Longshou Port a realistic and cruel port city is a ruthless environment, and any small mistake made here is likely to kill you.

In this dangerous place, one will learn not to be complacent.

Any gust of wind may cause the snow on your head to collapse. As long as you accidentally step on the boat, you will fall into the bad water that can freeze your muscles instantly and drown you. A backstab from an ally will pierce the heart, and a little hesitation on the tundra will make you a delicacy in the belly of a ferocious snow ape...

When you live so close to death, you appreciate life even more.

These are the joys of this place, a dangerous place in which he can accept dangers, even swim in them, and use them to keep his instinct of survival from rusting, reminding himself of the joy and light in life.

Sacco pushed the door and entered. In the gloomy room, an oil lamp made of a jackal head was hung on a hook inside the door, and a greasy black candle was placed on a wine barrel that was turned over to serve as a table. The only light in the room.

He saw 'Decapitator' Fourteen with long braids, pacing along the wine barrel, black Niluskan scimitar hanging from his waist.

Holding a long sword with a sheath in his arms, Tistan hid motionless in the corner of the room like a shadow, his indifferent eyes like two gray stones.

The leader of the White Crow Mercenary Corps, 'Exile' Karpas, sat at the table. Against the backdrop of the yellow candlelight, his long milky white hair almost turned golden, and the bags under his eyes looked like two bags.

As for his regiment leader, although the two of them are so close that they could die, he still knows very little about Karpas' past until now. Even his title of "exile" is only known because of countless Acquired during a chase and escape.

And the original intention of the other party to pull him to form a mercenary group is also very simple, just want to play a big game and live the most exciting life, nothing more.

If not, he would not have left for Golden Feather City without thinking after receiving a mysterious letter in Longshou Port, waiting to meet the new Duke of Longshou Port.

Thinking of this, Sacco involuntarily looked at the other person beside Karpas.

Wearing a black cloak, the young duke sipped a glass of wine and wore a platinum ring with diamonds on his ring finger.

The diamond is surrounded by smaller blue and white gemstones that sparkle brilliantly even in dim light.

This made Sacco realize that even though their group had already sworn allegiance, the other party still maintained full vigilance.

The gems on the ring were deliberately made to shimmer brightly in the dim environment, as if to warn everyone at all times that anyone who underestimates magic will end in a magnificent end.

This cautious look reminded Sako of those experienced old mercenaries in Longshou Port.

But their lord duke looks too young. If you look at it seriously according to the age level of half-elves, it can be regarded as a human child who is fifteen or sixteen years old at most.

Even so, every time he looked into each other's deep black eyes, it seemed to make him feel that he was in a bone-piercing pool of cold.

No wonder Karpas would say that even without the devil's contract, this half-elf duke is worth their heavy bets, and this is a life worth challenging.

In fact, his foresight is indeed good, from attending the king's dinner to the end of the competition, let him understand that they may have made the most correct choice in their lives.

"How's the matter going?" Brian put down his glass, glanced up at the other party, and asked casually.

"My lord's judgment is correct. The skinny monkey did meet those two paladins and successfully completed his mission." Sacco came back to his senses and quickly reported the situation outside. After hesitating for a moment, he continued: " It's just... there's one thing I can't figure out."

"Tell me about it." Brian looked at his mercenary men and smiled.

He had to admit that he was very satisfied with the mercenaries recommended to him by his former swordsmanship teacher. Through the conversation with the mercenary leader Kapas, he understood that he could safely let them play freely in Longshou Port. own strength.

As Lixio said, they may not be the most powerful mercenaries, but they definitely have the highest potential.

Now, except for Tistan, all of these people have obtained the power from the devil, just to make up for their only shortcomings.

Bryan believes that when these people return to Longshou Port, it is very likely to set off a big shake-up movement.

"This kind of trick is easy to see through, why are you so sure that the paladin must be fooled." Saco expressed his doubts.

As a mercenary, he knew the character of the paladin Strickland quite well.

This upright and prudent paladin made a name for himself on the continent 20 years ago. Sometimes, in order to hunt and kill evil creatures, he even cooperates with thieves and assassins who they regard as symbols of evil.

How could it be so easy to fall into the trap set for him.

"Because a paladin never dies, and justice lasts forever." Brian replied pretending to be mysterious.

The main reason is that it is too troublesome to explain the process of the paladin's fall and redemption, and their relationship with him is not like his princess Corny, so naturally there is no need to explain everything without saying anything.

As a high-ranking person, answer a general meaning and let them understand it by themselves.

"If you have nothing to do, you can step back." Brian looked at the mercenary leader Karpas next to him, "Now you can move freely. After dark, we will gather here according to the agreed time. "

"I see." Karpas got up, bowed to Brian, and then led Saco and Fourteen to the door.

"Oh, by the way, call Brynden over by the way, I have something to do with him." Brian ordered to his subordinates.

Sacco suppressed the doubts in his heart, immediately responded, and left with Karpas.

In fact, he didn't have much affection for the noble young master newly recruited by their lord duke.

Because in his opinion, apart from being more flexible, the other party has nothing outstanding.

An inexperienced person like him, living in the dangerous environment of Longshou Port, and bearing the title of Duke of Longshou Port, could easily become a breakthrough point for the enemy.

Looking at the backs of the three mercenaries leaving, Brian naturally saw through the other party's thoughts.

What reassures him is that these experienced mercenaries are very smart.

He knows what to ask and what not to say, and when he asks them to do something, he only needs to give a general idea, and they will instantly understand the meaning and do better.

As for the noble young master named Brynden, just as these mercenaries were worried, it was really useless to let him join the mercenary regiment.

Therefore, he thought of a good resettlement method.

After all, mercenaries belonged to a disgraceful status in the official power, and it was impossible for him to replace all the guards and troops in his territory with mercenaries.

At this time, he needs some bright hands to arrange these matters.

As for whether this subordinate named Brynden is useful, he will only know after trying it. He happens to have a chance to sharpen the opponent here.

Because in his opinion, one more of him is not much, and one less of him is a lot. If one is lucky and finds that the other party has good potential, it will be a surprise for Brian.

Soon, Brynden walked in and bowed to him.

Brian sat in the chair, waved back, looked at him with interest, and nodded slightly.

Brynden was dressed in brand new black mail, a gray wool cloak trimmed with purple forging, and on his shoulders was embroidered the emblem of a purple dragon with outstretched wings and swooping down on a khaki earth.

His simple outfit is the costume and head uniform that Brian will design for his subordinates in the future.

On the whole, he is quite satisfied with this design, and it can be popularized in Longshou Port.

Then he didn't waste any time, and asked directly: "How is the recruiting going?"

"A total of 17 people are willing to serve you, including 4 second sons from Tigrila, 6 wandering mercenaries and warriors, and 7 free riders." Brynden replied seriously.

"It's not bad, the quantity is within my estimate." Brian nodded and said:
"Brinden, from now on, these people will be handed over to you to manage. As for how to make them follow you wholeheartedly, I don't think I need to teach you."

"Don't worry, Duke, I know what to do." Brynden bowed and said respectfully.

"In that case, I have a task for you to do here." Brian pointed, and a square wooden box appeared on the table, "This is the head of the heir of Niluskan, Mambatton, I need you and your men to deliver him personally to the king of Tigrila."

"Aren't you going back, my lord?" Brynden asked in surprise.

"I still have a lot of things to do, so I can't go back for the time being."

Brian shook his head slightly, and continued:

"You need to understand that you are not only sending this human head to Tigrila, but also know how valuable this human head is to Tigrila, and you will definitely get rewards from the king at that time, and these rewards It is your capital to gain a foothold in Longshou Port in my name. As for how much reward you will get, it all depends on your own negotiating ability."

In fact, he has not yet had time to return to Longshou Port to take up his post.

He has been in Golden Feather City for nearly a month, and his strength has hardly made any progress.

After leaving Golden Feather City, while improving his strength, he also needed to go to Abrera City in Amastacia to collect materials for raising the Arcane Fire to level 3 and above.

Then go to the Wizard City in the middle of the Essebra Desert to find out about the Wizard Tower.

Once everything is settled, he can return to Longshou Port to recharge his energy and recharge his batteries. While developing his power, he must also make preparations in advance to return to the main material world.

This is his plan after careful consideration.

"I understand. Don't worry, my lord duke. I will fulfill my mission and complete this escort mission." Brynden thought for a long time before slowly replying, his bright eyes gradually becoming firm.

As he answered, he really understood what the Duke meant.

Send the head of the heir of Niluskan to the palace of Tigrila, and then transfer it to the fortress in the north of the kingdom, and hang it on the city wall.

It is indeed a good way to hit the morale of the Niluskan army.

As the escort of this thing, he naturally understands the importance of this thing.

If in the name of the Zilong Duke, he was sent to Tigrila safely, the old king would reward his child in a reasonable way.

As for how to hand it over to the king in person, Brynden, who was born as a nobleman, knew very well that there was a lot of knowledge in it, and if there was a slight mistake, he might return empty-handed.

However, when the Duke gave him the task, he had already thought of a method worth trying.

"Just understand." Brian said without hesitation: "Now that you understand, you must know that this escort mission is not as simple as you imagined. On the way back to Tegrila, you are likely to encounter people from The resistance of the Niluskans.

So, you have to know that I can't trust you to be able to complete this task at all. In order to prevent this item from being taken away, I will let Tistan go with you. "

Brynden looked happy, and his gaze involuntarily turned to the shadow in the corner of the room.

He knew the strength of this master swordsman very well. If he was accompanied by him, he would not have to worry about being blocked by the Niluskans.

"Don't be too happy."

Brian said in a cold tone: "The reason I asked Tistan to follow me is to ensure that this head will be safely sent to the Tegrila Palace, but it doesn't mean that he will protect your safety. If you regret it now, why not?" If it’s too late, I’ll let him deliver it alone.”

Letting Tistan deliver it was his plan after discussing with Captain Capas.

But Brynden, an unexpected subordinate, made him wonder how to arrange it reasonably. After thinking about it, he felt that Karpas's proposal was not bad.

When Brynden heard this, his face collapsed like a deflated ball.

Obviously, the purpose of the Duke sending Tistan to follow him was to wait for them to be killed before sending them to the Tegrila Palace alone.

This made him realize that this was a test given to him by the other party.

Brynden, who has self-knowledge, knows that apart from his useless status as the second son of a nobleman, he is not even as good as a core member of the White Crow Mercenary Corps.

Therefore, it is almost impossible to easily get the appreciation and reuse of the Duke based on his foresight and vision, unless he can exert his ability and let him understand his value.

And this escort mission is obviously used to test his ability.

"Your Excellency, I have accepted this task." After understanding the seriousness of the situation, Brynden said in a very firm tone.

"Very well, I hope you won't disappoint me." Brian nodded slightly, and waved his hand again: "You don't have to participate in tonight's operation, let's start early."

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(End of this chapter)