The hilly natives and the barbarians fought together, and their low status meant they were looked down upon by both humans and orcs, so they formed a natural alliance. In view of Downton's status as a human, they did not dare to offend Chenmist Town and the surrounding humans.
Naturally, I took it out on the orcs.
The orcs knew they were wrong and tolerated it at first. However, with the continuous provocation and contempt of the hilly natives, and after a few more fights, the conflict began to escalate.
The war was about to begin. Downton did not want to see internal strife and prepared to dissuade him, but was stopped by Rosicky.
"Let them make trouble, it's not the right time for you to come forward."
Rosicky received an imperial education since he was a child. Even if the victims were all human beings, let alone some indigenous people, he would not blink an eyelid.
After Downton was stunned for a moment, he understood that the orcs must learn a lesson and let them know that only by paying can they be rewarded. As for the hilly natives, this is the honor and reward they deserve after a bloody battle.
The indigenous people who have always been looked down upon rarely have an opportunity to discriminate against others. Their self-esteem is too fragile. If they are stopped at this time, it will make them have other ideas and the gain will be greater than the loss.
"In the end, you have to come forward in person and deal with it, and you will have a hilly indigenous army that is truly loyal to you." Rosicky knew that he was a guest, and he couldn't win people's hearts even if he wanted to do it.
Downton was worried that he would not be able to explain to Charlotte, so after leaving the post-war resettlement work to Rosicky, he found an excuse and left.
"What? Are you still unable to bear the death of some people?"
Homer feels the need to unravel Downton, he is too kind.
"Um!"
Downton called Thyssen and Abagon and went to the Krupp tribe through the teleportation array. He was going to hire some giants to prepare for the future war.
In fact, he handed over this matter to the goblin steward, but the negotiation failed.
"If you want to be the king of a country, you'd better give up this idea as soon as possible!" Homer was not anxious. Downton still has a long life, and there is plenty of time to realize it.
"What's our harvest?"
Downton doesn't want to discuss these vexing issues.
"We haven't calculated it yet, but it's estimated to be no less than five million!"
Abagon took out a form and handed it to Downton. In addition to the supplies brought by the mercenary group, the armor and money bags they planted on them were also a huge income. Of course, the captives could also be sold to slave owners, but this
He didn't dare to say anything.
"Um!"
Downton obtained two space rings. In addition to two ancient weapons of immeasurable value, they still contained dozens of magic stones and first-aid medicines, with a total price of more than 50 million.
"Downton, where are you going?"
The snow falcon descended from the sky, and Walnut chewing toffee jumped down and stopped Downton. She had just returned from chasing the captives, and her body was still stained with blood.
"Don't run around in the future. Learn from Elaine."
Downton frowned. The little loli was too naughty and would run away if he wasn't careful. This trend has become more serious since he got a flying mount.
"I won't be hurt!"
Hutao pouted and took Downton's arm to beg for mercy, but soon forgot about it and asked Abagon if he had found any interesting trophies.
It was night in the Lava Secret Realm, but the scorching heat was still unbearable!
Because Thiessen was with him, Downton did not take other passages, but chose the original one. The teleportation array was built in the tribe.
"Dad, I'm back!"
When Thiessen walked out of the stone house, he roared and ran to the big stone house in the center. In the process, he also asked people to bring tea and entertain the guests.
After staying in the human country for a while, Thiessen also learned a lot of etiquette, at least he doesn't look like a native anymore.
"Is this the Vulcan?"
When the chief saw Downton, he first saluted the firebird that landed on his shoulder, and then asked. His expression showed great awe.
"Firewing is your ancestor, right? I've met him. He was only sixteen years old when he went to the Fire Temple." Firebird came here to support Downton. Through Thiessen's mouth, he learned about this tribe.
After the name, it recalled many things.
This happened more than a thousand years ago, because Firewing was one of the greatest clan leaders, and his deeds were naturally carved into murals and recorded on the rock walls.
The Great Elder arrived, and after listening to Firebird's description, he summoned the entire clan to kneel down to the First Element.
The reason why gods are awe-inspiring is because of their power, mystery, and power. When the firebird appears, the most important sense of mystery is lost. Especially for Thiessen, who can see Salomanda every day, it is long past the excitement.
Feeling.
This was the reason why Downton didn't bring the Firebird back to regain the tribe in the first place. He planned to save it for use at the most critical moment.
When it came to renting mercenaries, the elder was silent. From this, Downton could see that this was a wise man.
What is the ancestral totem? It is faith, but it is definitely not a constraint or reason for people to work stupidly. The elders respect the firebird, but they will never risk the life of the entire race because of it.
"He is indeed a cunning old man!"
Downton smiled. When they first met, he knew that this old man would be difficult to deal with. Sure enough, thinking about it, no one else would be pious after not being protected by the God of Fire for thousands of years.
After handing over the negotiations to Abagon, Downton gave him a gift, "I'm so tired from the recent war. I want to take a dip in the hot springs!"
"no problem!"
Everyone can be regarded as partners, so the chief will naturally not refuse this request. He arranged for two people to accompany Downton. As for Thiessen, he needed his son to introduce his recent experiences and the customs and customs of the human country.
The warm spring water is filled with white steam. After you soak in it, every pore is screaming with joy, as if your soul has ascended to heaven.
"You two are welcome, drink!"
Downton took out a barrel of high-strength wine and entertained the two giants warmly. They also knew that the humans in front of them were distinguished guests and the followers of the young patriarch. In addition, the aroma of the wine was so fragrant that they relaxed their vigilance. After drinking half the barrel of wine,
Drunk and unconscious.
"I, Di Polo, drink so much." Downton wiped his sweat, put a towel around his waist and stood up to look deeper into the cave, "Wutao, you stay here, I'll leave for a while."
"Huh? No more soaking?" Hutao was splashing happily in the water, with water splashing everywhere. When he saw Downton walking towards the depths, he immediately jumped up with interest, "I want to go too."
Hu Tao has always been disobedient. Downton knew that after rejecting her, she would definitely catch up secretly. Instead of worrying, it would be better to act together.
After receiving permission, Hutao jumped out of the hot spring, trotted towards Downton, and then swooped down, hanging on him like a koala.
"Come down!"
Downton looked very embarrassed. He slapped Hu Tao hard on the butt. The little Loli was naked now. How inappropriate was this posture?
Hutao chuckled.
The Hellfire battle box customized for Hu Tao had been delivered. Downton and she were armed, carrying weapons and magic stone lanterns, and walked quickly into the depths of the cave.
"Be careful!"
Without waiting for Downton's instructions, Firebird took the lead to explore the way.
"What's inside? Big brother, walk faster!"
Hutao stretched her neck and looked around. She tried to cross Downton several times but was blocked by him, so she could only push his thigh hard.
"I don't know. Thyssen said that many Krupps had gone in, but never came out again. Over time, no one explored the secrets anymore."
Downton asked Thiessen indirectly, but found nothing.
Ever since he found traces of the Fountain of Life in the hot spring water last time, he had been thinking about it. This time he came to negotiate just by the way. The real purpose was actually this treasure that was on the list of magical potions.
The hot spring is an important place for Krupp. Only the core members of the clan can approach it, let alone outsiders like Downton, so the opportunity is rare.
"Dimaria is a scourge, otherwise we would have a better chance of winning if we bring it with us." Downton was sorry, but the demons of the abyss all have the same virtues. They kill without blinking an eye, are warlike and cunning, and take pleasure in devouring souls and flesh.
Making them surrender is harder than reaching the sky.
The cave is deep and extremely dark. Not only the footsteps, but also the sound of breathing has a long echo, which makes people shudder.
Ordinary people might have been frightened and turned back, but Hutao had a silly and bold expression, not knowing the danger at all. If Downton hadn't pulled him, he would have rushed in long ago.
"Homer, did you find anything?"
Downton had been walking for more than half an hour. With the strength of his feet, he had already traveled dozens of miles, but found nothing, so he started to speed up.
"No!"
Homer's answer was concise and to the point.
Downton frowned and sped up. The silence of not knowing when the danger would come was the most torturous. It would be more comfortable if he had a good fight.
There are many twists and turns in the cave, and it is very easy to get lost. Fortunately, the firebird used magic to mark the wall, so that Downton would not chase him. However, this also meant that he lost the initiative and could only follow.
The steps of the possessed servant continued.
"Damn it, what a miscalculation!"
Downton was depressed. If he didn't succeed this time, what excuse would he find to soak in the hot springs next time? And once people discovered his intentions, they would never let him step into the hot spring cave again.
"It's hard to get off the tiger!"
With no other choice, Downton released the Green Goblin, hugging the walnut and riding it at full speed. It was indeed a fiery nightmare with wisdom, and knew how to avoid itself. However, it was too short in some places, and it had no regard for the feelings of the rider.
If Downton hadn't been hard-headed, he would have been smashed into a rotten watermelon.
"Something seems wrong!" Hutao sniffed suddenly and frowned.
"What's wrong?"
Downton dismounted and stood in front of Hu Tao with his war hammer.
"The smell of sulfur in the cave is less and less pungent. It has a fresh smell." Walnut has a very sensitive sense of smell and can never go wrong.
"Can the root cause be found?"
Downton looked solemn and called the firebird in his heart to let it return.
"Let me try!"
Walnut sniffed left and right, like a beagle. It moved slowly at first, but soon began to run, and its route naturally deviated from the Firebird.
"Slow down, don't move five meters away from me!"
Downton marked the wall and saw Hu Tao running too fast, so he quickly stopped him.
"It's fine!"
Hu Tao wanted to show her own value, help Downton find the fountain of life, and get praise, so she worked hard, but it had the opposite effect.
boom!
The ground cracked and the attack came suddenly! (To be continued...)