The vegetation in the cave was destroyed due to the war, there are burnt marks everywhere, and there are very few remaining plants.
There were definitely not many plants to be found, but Hutao was not discouraged. He squatted in the grass with his butt sticking out with a smile on his face, and worked hard to pick through it like a grasshopper.
"You're so stupid. You have the greatest wealth but don't know how to use it. Don't say I'm your mentor. I can't afford to lose that person!"
The elemental arm grabbed the whip and stretched it out, lashing out at Downton's back.
"I know I was wrong!"
Downton quickly apologized.
Homer forgave Downton, but did not stop. This boy was too good. He had not had the chance to deal with him for a long time. Now that he had caught the lever, he had to get back his money.
Downton didn't know that Homer was seeking revenge, so he found a relatively intact piece of land, cleared the weeds, plowed it deeply, and planted coffee beans in it.
He took out a bucket and opened a hole directly. Homer poured half a drop of the fountain of life into it, and Walnut immediately shook it vigorously.
"Is it too little?"
Downton felt that Homer was too stingy. The half drop of spring water was not as big as the dew condensed on the grass blades in the morning.
"What do you know? If you water it too much, it will die."
Without waiting for Downton to reply, the elemental arm turned into a spoon shape, took a scoop and sprinkled it on the newly plowed land.
A rainbow appeared immediately, and then a magical scene happened.
The spring dew came and moistened the soil. It was as if magic had been cast on the coffee beans. The green buds pushed through the soil and then grew crazily, stopping only after they were three meters high.
Downton was stunned. In just a few breaths, a coffee garden appeared in front of him, filled with green, and then the flowers bloomed. Then they fell and turned into round and round fruits.
He reached out and touched the walnut, picked one and threw it into his mouth.
"Spit it out!" Hearing the crunching sound, Downton was startled.
"Don't worry, it's not poisonous." Homer comforted, "The amount of spring water is just right. Don't you know, the spring of life also has an effect, which can stimulate the life limit of plants. Now these coffee plants are probably the most powerful in the world.
strong."
"Harvest!"
Downton had no time to pay attention to that and was busy picking coffee beans.
In less than ten minutes, the entire cave was planted with coffee. After several harvests, more than a ton of coffee beans had been stored.
"Okay. That's enough to save the seeds."
Homer urged him, saying that his absence for too long might arouse suspicion.
Downton returned and found that the specially selected vintage wine did not disappoint, and the Krupp who was sent was still drunk on the ground.
"Quick, pretend to sleep!"
Downton had a good night's sleep.
After returning to the tribe again, Downton received disappointing news. The chief agreed to send a group of mercenaries to help fight. However, he needed to produce the blueprint of the steam airship in return.
"Do you really dare to open your mouth like a lion?"
Downton snorted coldly.
"The lives of our people are not that cheap!"
The chief believed that Downton had something to ask for, so he was very secure on the Diaoyutai. Besides, the nine empires had set up teleportation arrays and had been trading with these tribes, so they had no shortage of allies and supplies.
"Very well, just pretend I didn't say anything!"
Downton deliberately put on an angry expression and left. It was a joke. The airship was of great use. In addition to its economic value, it also had political significance. If it were given to Krupp, these guys would definitely be sold all over the world.
"Hmph, the entire sky of the Western Continent can only be allowed to fly by my airship, Downton!"
After calming down Hu Tao who was about to fight, Downton thought that he had to teach these guys a lesson, they were too arrogant.
Waiting in the stone house where the teleportation array was set up, when he saw Thiessen returning with eight families, a total of thirty-six people, Downton was so embarrassed that he immediately advanced half a year's salary and promised a generous reward.
Not all giants are strong and like to go out hunting. There are also thin giants. After hearing that they can make money by using blacksmithing skills and the food is not bad, some giants are moved.
The harsh environment of the secret realm has created powerful monsters. The danger of hunting is naturally not small. No matter how brave the warrior is, he dare not say that he will definitely return every time. Poor parents in the world, no one wants to see their children and grandchildren continue to work hard.
The effect of Downton's win over Thiessen has finally come out. The Krupps don't trust other humans, but he is absolutely fine. Didn't you see that the chief's son is following him around? One look at his face and muscles, and you know what he eats every day.
not bad.
After bringing together a group of craftsmen, the repair project of the airship can be advanced a little earlier. Downton now hopes that Placido will come later to give him sufficient rest time.
"Lady Luck is so good to me!"
After making a cup of coffee himself, Downton sat in the office in the lobby of Morning Mist Town, admiring the scenery of the distant mountains. He finally had time to be lazy.
"What the heck, do you know that Placido hasn't shown up yet because he is recruiting allies and planning. You are not even a piece of cake in his eyes. What he has to deal with is the royal family and the other Dukes of the Three Realms."
Andrea walked into the room and complained angrily.
"Have your men arrived yet?" Downton poured a cup of coffee, "With sugar or honey?"
"Here he comes, but I didn't expect Falfo to actually take action. This time he sent a team of Templars and a team of priests!"
The hostess was worried.
"It's just two, it's nothing."
"What do you know? Those are the most elite forces of the Holy See's branch in Frankfurt. They alone are enough to wipe out your group of hilly natives."
The female officiant rolled her eyes at Downton, "You are still a clergy member and you don't even understand this?"
"Haha, what a big gesture, it seems I still have some weight in their hearts." Downton handed the coffee to the hostess.
"I told you it wasn't you, it was to deal with Marquis de Boas's Saint-Spurs Legion. Because of you as the fuse, there has been a dark wave in the capital recently, and many people have died."
The hostess took a sip of coffee, and her brows, which were frowning because of worry, suddenly relaxed, then wrinkled again, and she took a sip with a look of surprise.
This time she drank very seriously, savoring the sweetness after the bitterness, as if her whole body was silent in the garden of flowing honey.
"What kind of coffee is this?"
Andrea asked.
"Doesn't it taste good?"
Downton was very proud. The female officiant came from a wealthy and aristocratic family, so she could ask questions. It seemed that her cash crop could make a lot of money.
“The taste is also very good!”
The hostess carefully tasted the soft and fragrant liquid, which was undoubtedly the greatest enjoyment for the taste buds.
"The crops I found in the secret realm will be planted on a large scale next year." Downton looked at the hostess with a smile and raised five fingers.
"Little Slippery, you and Elaine are both my students, will I treat you badly?" Andrea snorted, but she also secretly sighed at Downton's delicate mind.
Although the teacher-student relationship is close, it is only for myself and has no benefit to the family. Investing in two young talents in the future? Just help them by selling personal relationships to protect their lives. The family will not go to war for them.
But it's different with this coffee.
"I will plant them all over the Western Territory. Then sell them throughout the Western Continent, so that every noble will have this drink on their dining table."
"hiss!"
Listening to Downton describe his plan, Andrea couldn't help but take a breath. If it was really done, it would be a huge income. She had just drank this kind of coffee, it was definitely the best.
.
"The land in the Western Territory is barren, and nothing grows. Except for volcanic coffee, volcanic oats are also an exception. I have seen their abundant harvests, brewing wine, and making bread. As the people become rich, we will also have inexhaustible supplies.
Taxes." Downton deliberately replaced it with 'us' to create a sense of belonging for the female officiant.
"Are you willing to share 50% of the proceeds with me?" The female officiant took a deep breath. She woke up from her fantasy. She is a religious worker and a spokesperson for political strength. She will not be dismissed by just one or two words.
Fooled over.
"So what if I don't want to, I have no choice!"
After hearing Andrea's analysis, Downton understood the seriousness of the matter. Even if he defeated Placido, there would be countless troubles ahead. A commoner with no background wanted to control the Western Region?
Go ahead and dream!
"What do you want my family to do?"
The female officiant didn't dare to underestimate Downton. He was really planning to get the Western Territory, not just on a whim.
"Support me fully. After I defeat the Duke of the West, use your family's influence to put pressure on the king to recognize my status as a duke."
Downton stared into Andrea's eyes and spoke forcefully.
"We can also choose a new spokesperson. These two plants can be easily obtained with the family's strength." Andrea shot back. She wanted to see Downton's response, but unfortunately there was no disappointment on his face as expected.
On the contrary, the other party had a look of ridicule on his face.
"Plácido will definitely die. If nothing else happens, I will be defeated at the hands of the king. Do you think it is easier to do business with the king of a country, or with a commoner with no background?" Downton sneered, "Besides.
, you and Elaine still have a master-disciple relationship."
"Very good, you have convinced me, but are you sure you will win? Falfo has used all his strength, and by the way, because of the minister of finance's favor, the other officiant, Doppler, may also come.
"
The hostess wanted Downton to know the difficulties he was facing, but the boy had no fear at all.
"If you're here, you don't have to go back now!"
Downton looked at the distant mountains and drank the coffee in the cup in one gulp.
Andrea left with a look of shock on her face. If she had only helped Downton because of the teacher-student friendship before, now she was putting him on an equal footing.
This seventeen-year-old young man showed strong self-confidence at the moment of his impassioned speech, which made the man attractive and energetic!
"Hate, what am I thinking!" Andrea sat in the carriage and patted her head vigorously. She decided to help Downton with all her strength. If anyone in the family dared to stand in the way, she would eradicate them.
The war was inevitable. Placido personally commanded an army, with the Schalke Army as the main force, several border guards, the nobles under his leadership, and their private armed forces, all rushing towards Chenwu Town like a tide.
With more than 100,000 troops, no one thought that Downton had a chance of survival. (To be continued...)
ps: The most important battle is coming, writing is a bit slow, sorry!
