"Many seemingly accidental and independent events actually have a series of complicated reasons behind them." Bales's injury is a typical example of this statement.
Things have to start with the mineral resources of the Sylfanis Territory. This red land. Although the surface terrain, climate, and soil are terrible, the underground mineral resources are extremely rich. This can be seen from the numerous dwarf dungeon ruins.
You can see the clues
Hundreds of years ago, after humans established their dominance in the Emerald Continent, the main branches of the races such as orcs, elves, and dwarves fled away from home. Some small branches also hid in the wilderness, fled into the forest, or went underground.
Those who walked and escaped included the hill dwarves and shield dwarves who had lived here for thousands of years before humans.
The government-run mining industry in Sylfanis is also quite developed. Except for black iron, there is no shortage of other metals. It is especially rich in high-quality iron and copper. One of the ores called blue steel is between mithril and ordinary metals.
A kind of mineral deposit in the world, the caster wears metal armor containing enough blue steel, which can not only have excellent protective ability, but also not affect the release of spells. Of course, there is no amplification effect like mithril, and the armor itself has no
Lightness. Unless you can perform techniques such as constant levitation and flight, otherwise you must have a physique equivalent to that of a level 2 warrior in order to wear such a full set of armor and fight without being affected.
Since there are such good mineral resources, there is naturally no shortage of black ore that is mined privately for profit. It is the lowest level of illegal private mining. The rich mineral veins are in the hands of the government, and the second-level mineral veins are in the hands of those who have money and connections.
Under the control of the big mine owners, there are some small mines left, such as following the mine tunnels left by the dwarves to complete the unfinished business of the dwarves. This is mining black mines.
Black mines have the typical characteristics of "double high and double low", with high degree of danger, high labor intensity, low welfare and salary, and low standards of food and accommodation. And of course, black mines have become a place where filth and evil practices are harbored, where crimes are committed and laws are triggered.
, these individuals have no place to go, so they often go to the mines to seize the limelight, but they don’t always suffer. They can still get along in the mines regardless of where they are. Supervisors, guards, and black mine owners are generally the front-line ones.
After shouting and hugging, there are many thugs around
Although black mines are not easy to get rid of, they are still a good place for people who have no way to survive, especially marginalized people with low social status and little opportunity to learn skills. They can only live on the edge of towns.
Half of them depend on the weather, and the other half depend on the food in the towns. It's okay if the weather is good and there are no disasters in the family. But in a year like this, or if someone in the family falls ill and is in debt, it's easy to end up in a black mine.
Although many people understand that this is tantamount to drinking poison to quench their thirst. Even if they don’t die in the black mines, they will still be ill when they come back. However, it is obviously not difficult to choose between dying now or delaying death.
Before Spoon went on a hunting trip last time, the family had been unable to solve the problem, so he took the settlement money from the black mine. He thought he was smart at that time, thinking that if the hunting was rich, he would pool it together and pay the settlement money back to others.
As soon as he came, the quota was fixed, and there was still room for slow transfer. He never thought that getting on the ship would be easy to get off. When he and Zaer turned around and planned to pay back the money, they refused. The black mine is not a silver account, and it is not a welfare.
In the hospital, they are not short of money, but they are short of strong and strong men. The black mine owners will not want someone like that who could die at any time just standing there.
Seeing that Spoon is about to be taken away, Bales is back. Spoon's popularity in the No. 4 stronghold is average, but Bales is more powerful, and marginalized people also understand the importance of sticking together. With Bales
In order to save face, the recruitment of workers in black mines was hard-pressed.
Recruitment is not something that can be bothered by black mine owners. Generally, deacons are responsible for handling matters. Deacons also have dignity. Moreover, once this kind of precedent is set, it will be difficult to do it in the future. But if you do it forcefully, it won't be too difficult.
Well, because it was a labor force, the family was not at fault. If the matter got serious, the cost would be too expensive, so the deacon thought of a trick: evil people still need to be tortured by evil people.
Bales couldn't wait for Neo to come, so he went out hunting again under the instigation of Spoon and Zale.
Previously, Neo helped Bells refine his strength, which improved his strength by a bit. When they were together, the two discussed combat skills with each other, and Bells also benefited a lot. This time during the hunt, Bells thought about being bolder.
Find some big guys who can sell for a higher price to start with
As luck would have it, just two days after leaving home, I encountered a grizzly bear. After nearly 10 hours of hunting, I finally succeeded in hunting. I didn't expect it to be noticed by others, and they didn't have time to slow down.
Suddenly, more than 10 hunters suddenly appeared. Not only did they take the opportunity to snatch the prey, but they also injured Bells. The leader was a well-known tyrant in No. 6 Stronghold. Gena was also a human-wolf hybrid, but
He is more evil than Bells. It is said that Gena's mother was raped by a ghost werewolf. Although the rumors are not credible, judging from his external characteristics, it is very likely that he has the blood of a ghost werewolf.
it is true
The reason why Gener wounded Bells instead of killing him was not because of his kindness or the guy's mercy, but because he had a vicious mind and sincerely wanted to make Bells suffer. This is one, and the other is to show it to everyone.
Yes, if you dare to stand out, Bales will suffer the consequences! If you can’t die, you will suffer the consequences!
Spoon's ins and outs cannot be understood with his little brain. Most of the connections were conjectured by Neo. After all, the channel through which he learned the news was not just Spoon's dictation. Biqier's information from No. 4 Stronghold
Others have also learned some information. In addition, Neo is a swordsman himself, and his understanding of the human body structure is unparalleled. What does Bells' injury mean? He naturally knows how to analyze it based on this information.
The truth is about to come out
However, Neo was cautious enough and would not make a decision easily. He remained silent until Spoon told the whole story with great emotion, and then asked: "How did Genna know your location?
Can we arrive soon after you hunt the grizzly bear?"
"Maybe it's because of the smell." Siboon looked very embarrassed and explained: "The day before I went out, I happened to meet Genna who went to our stronghold for business. He gave me a dagger..." Siboon's voice became louder and louder.
The lower
Neo is noncommittal.
Spoon further explained: "No. 6 Stronghold is right next to us, and we both know each other. Although Gena is domineering, he has never had a conflict with us. Who would have thought that this time, this time... Alas! In the end, it's still...
Life is hard, so Gener and the others use such despicable methods to snatch prey."
Neo didn't know whether Spoon really didn't know Genna's true purpose, or whether he was pretending not to know. It wasn't important. He had no intention of scolding Spoon. This man was not qualified.
Although Neo's tone was calm, he said firmly: "Let me take a look at the dagger that Genna gave you." He judged that with Si Boon's demeanor and pattern, even if he knew that there was something wrong with the dagger, he would not do it.
Not willing to throw away
Not sure whether it was because of a guilty conscience or because Neo had a majestic aura, Spoon obediently took the dagger and handed it to Neo with both hands.
choke!
A flash of cold light emerged from the leather scabbard. The material was made of ordinary steel, but there were few impurities. The style was popular and the details were sloppy. Neo knew that such weapons came from large weapons factories, and each production cost hundreds or even thousands.
A sword, or even thousands of swords, is worth three or two gold coins in itself, and the real point is that Neo felt a weak magic residue on the sword.
Smell can be used for tracking, but it cannot be relied upon to determine the right time. Not long after the Bells and three others hunted the bear, Gerner arrived with his men. Obviously, this is not as simple as relying on smell, but having 'eyes'.
Seize the opportunity just right
An ordinary marginalized person does not have the time, energy, money, or technology to raise eagles and dogs and learn the language of beasts and birds. The most direct and quick way is magic. Ask a mage to enchant you, or use a magic scroll. However, a marginalized person is also very capable.
It is difficult to get access to valuable talents such as spell casters, which means that Gena most likely has a backer. Now, Neo's speculation has basically been confirmed.
After being filled with righteous indignation and making impassioned speeches, Neo failed to understand the truth at all. Neo stopped mentioning the relevant matters to Spoon and Zale, and even asked Wiz and Bichir to chat with each other, while he asked
I used an excuse to change rooms, perform sacrifices, meditate, and do whatever I need to do.
In the afternoon, Zale and Spoon went to check on Bells. Seeing that Bells looked good, they were both very happy. So after the food and wine were served in the evening, they couldn't help but have a few more drinks and slept till midnight.
bright
At this time, the building was already empty. When I asked the owner of the Yi Valley, I found out that Neo and the other three took Bells and left overnight. They left a message saying that Bells' condition was recurring, so they went to the Refuge Valley for medical treatment first and went to Jeans.
Boone and Zar returned to Stronghold No. 4 with peace of mind and left 10 gold coins behind.
"We really slept so hard? We didn't even bother to say hello?" Zal complained slightly.
After all, Spoon had lived for more than 30 years. Knowing that this was the case, he had no intention of taking them with him. He sighed: "Bells has found a noble man! Let's go back."
The horse and cart that came out of No. 4 Stronghold were not left by the two of them, but those things were not even worth 5 gold coins. Neo kept 10 gold coins and paid off the cost of the post valley for the two of them.
In the final analysis, this is all for Bales' sake.
When Spoon and Zale set out on their way back with a little regret, Neo and his party were already more than a hundred kilometers away. Although the rogue horse was skinny and unreliable, the warg of Neo and the others was fat.
Fat and strong, not to mention traveling at night, White Socks, Bichir, and Wiz cooperated and killed two man-eating badgers.
The man-eating badger is a magical beast that looks like a wolverine, but is as tall as a calf. It can not only use energy, but also has the magic-like skills of rock protection. It can be said that it has sharp teeth and claws, rough skin and thick flesh, and a heavy body.
not to be trifled
Neo and his team had no intention of causing any trouble. White Socks, who had stayed in the Underdark for too long and was alone for a while, discovered that these two guys were fighting with a werewolf, which led to the subsequent battle.
Unfortunately, it was too late by the time Neo and his team arrived at the battlefield. Neo's series of life healing techniques are currently unable to deal with near-death injuries that will cause death in seconds. They can only watch the young werewolf die in the wilderness.
Two man-eating badgers were injured due to the bloody battle with the werewolves, and Wits and the others were able to kill them without any damage. It can be said that they gained a lot of money. As long as the fur of the man-eating badgers is handled properly, it can always stay alive, and you will never have to worry about the dullness of the fur.
Things like hair loss, and because the texture of their fur is very good, it is highly sought after. There are people who specially raise man-eating badgers to sell them for money, and the best ones are of course wild, especially the man-eating badgers that have changed their fur in winter.
Neo didn't care about this. He was more concerned about the dead young werewolf who was fighting man-eating badgers alone in the wilderness in the middle of the night. He was either sick or had something wrong. Fortunately, the werewolf seemed to have a lot of future.
His wish came true, so Neo took the opportunity to say to him: "Keep some strength, you can communicate with my heart as long as you open your heart." This is true, but it should be added: "Your memory is important to me."
The language will be completely open”
The memory of the young werewolf is not directly known to Neo. After all, the memory information of an intelligent life is massive. Accepting it rashly is tantamount to being attacked by powerful spiritual spells, or a battle for the soul when seizing the body is too dangerous.
Not to mention, there will also be too much messy content. If you do it a few times, you will lose your self-correction. So every time you use this kind of memory peeking ability, Nancy actually collects the information and then organizes it. It is useful for Neo.
When you arrive, tell and teach
"Interesting, interesting!" Nancy acted more and more humanely. After briefly sorting out the young werewolf's memory, she cheered happily.
I have to say, this is the first time Neo has heard such a comment from Nancy.
The group of people went on the road again, Neo was swinging on his mount, and his thoughts were chatting with Nancy about the young werewolf.
"Boss, it is said that Neo Darkness's head is worth 100,000 gold coins. This price has exceeded the 99,999 gold coins of the great thief Ferdinand." Bichir heard the news from the boss of Yigu. It is said that for this reward,
Many bounty hunters who had given up their lives returned to their old profession and traveled thousands of miles to come to Sylphanis, even boosting consumption in the Refuge Valley and solving many troublesome problems for Asia.
Wiz, who was holding a toothpick in his mouth, said lazily: "Ferdinand, this guy was already famous when I was still wearing crotchless pants. According to rumors, he has already stepped into the legendary realm with one leg! If you let that old man
This guy knows that the boss has achieved such a great reputation overnight, I don’t know what he will think.”
Neo's mind was 5 open. While talking to Nancy, he didn't waste time chatting with Bichir and Wiz. Hearing what Wiz said, Neo smiled slightly and said, "Victor gave me a generous gift for nothing. If I have a chance,
Naturally, I want to repay him by blowing up some precious things that make him feel distressed."
Biqier took over and said: "You have a good reputation. As long as it doesn't fall so quickly, if the conditions are right, you can also attract some bandits and robbers by climbing up and shouting. There may be like-minded people among the desperadoes. Even if there are not,
After all, it is a combat power that can be used.”
Neo knows that Bichir is also a very ambitious person. Neo is not afraid of this. If he wants his subordinates to follow him, he must not only rely on kindness and power, but also need a profit chariot pulled by strength. Now this chariot exists.
Yes, Neo is not considered a powerful person by his own admission, but he absolutely suppresses any core member of the Storm Team in terms of strength. This power is quite powerful and beneficial, and of course it is not mundane items such as gold, silver, and jewelry. Of course, under the heavy reward
There is a brave man, but it is not worth living a life where he could die at any time for that little money. The benefit that Neo can give to everyone is power, not a crooked way, without side effects, and it can also tap into potential.
At present, only Neo can provide such benefits. Even if there are others that can achieve similar effects, they are not prepared for civilians like Biqier. Therefore, smart people like Biqier will never
Giving up this opportunity to climb up easily. After all, many people in the blast team are already old, with poor foundation and weak foundation. Without some special means to make up for the gap, they are not qualified to compete with professionals of the same age. How can they still have a chance?
what ambitions to achieve
If you are ambitious, don't be afraid. Just don't lose your mind. Neo glanced at Bichir and said: "It's a good idea that you have to stand up to the top to make iron, but it's boring to be overshadowed by others."
"That's true," Biqier replied.
In fact, the two of them only talked about this topic briefly. Bichir's attitude was that instigating and instigating can't achieve big things like the Windrush team. They can only fight for the future, hit the opportunity, find a way to the east, west, northwest, and make a big difference.
The sea and the sky are vast, there is no other way
What Neo sees in his eyes is the difference between taking frequent shots and succeeding with one strike, the difference between relying on great luck and playing steadily. He believes that the core of the route provided by Bichir is that 'the barefoot one is not afraid of wearing shoes.
To feed war with war, if you don't open for three years, you will have to open for three years. This is a typical mentality of Japanese farmers.
Throughout history, the forces with this in mind generally did prosperously in the early stage, but they were the root cause.