Zhentil Keep, also known as "Salmon Keep", is the most powerful city-state on the Moon Sea. It is second to none in terms of military strength and trade volume. It is also the birthplace and most important base of the evil organization in Faerun, the Zhentarim.

It is located in the middle of the continent, close to the north.

Like many port cities, it was built beside a large river called "Theis".

Not only does it have an extremely advantageous geographical location, but also as long as you cross the Rees River and Dragon Bay south of the Moon Sea, you can reach the largest inland sea in the center of the continent of Faerun - the Fallen Star Sea, which has very convenient transportation.

After all, at any time, the cost of land transportation is much higher than that of water and sea transportation, especially in this world where animal-powered vehicles are the main source of transportation.

This is why most of Faerun's most prosperous, flourishing, and populous cities are, without exception, ports built near rivers.

The vast Sea of ​​Falling Stars can be understood as the "Mediterranean Sea" of another world.

Since it is surrounded by land, the wind and waves are much smaller than other sea areas outside.

The distances between port cities are often very close, which naturally provides the foundation for developing maritime trade.

Therefore, after dominating the Moon Sea, the power of Zhentil Castle expanded into the most prosperous and densely populated area of ​​the continent of Faerun.

Some of these towns were even subverted by Zhentarim spies and gradually came under the control of the church of Bane, the god of tyranny.

The farthest tentacles even extend to the Steam Lake area in the south.

This radical expansion policy was naturally fine when Bane was alive.

But with his death and the rise of Cyric, things become tricky.

You must know that according to the tradition of the continent of Faerun, if a god falls and another god inherits all his priesthood and power, usually no matter whether it is the church, priests or believers, they should immediately turn to the arms of the new god.

When the second generation of Magic Goddess replaced the first generation, and Midnight replaced the second generation, it followed this process, and the connection was seamless and smooth as silk.

When the ancient god of death Jaeger divided his power into three parts and gave it to Baal, Myrkul and Bane, his huge number of believers began to convert in large numbers.

As for the most recent deification of Cyric, the churches of Baal and Melkor on earth simply slid to their knees and prostrated themselves at the feet of this powerful and evil new god.

To some extent, this also well reflects the characteristics of the "neutral evil" camp of the above two gods and their believers, that is, selfishness and opportunism.

Simply put, there is no principle.

Except for a very small number of core members and die-hard fans, no one is willing to be buried with the gods they serve.

Melissane, Baal's most powerful chosen one and known as the "Death Walker", chose to betray without hesitation when she saw the opportunity to replace the former and become the new God of Murder.

But Benn's church is different.

The leadership centered around Manshoon and Fuzor Chamberlain saw through Cyric's madness, chaos, and insane, capricious nature, and immediately rejected the olive branch extended by the evil god.

Not only that!

They also used the church's strict hierarchy and their heartfelt recognition and worship of the Dark Lord to resist the infiltration and erosion of Cyric and his church more than once.

Even though the God of Tyranny has been dead for many years, the huge black fist symbolizing Bane's absolute obedience still stands here.

There is no doubt that even the gods were shocked and moved by the persistence and loyalty of these mortals in their faith.

But unfortunately, no matter how devout the faith is, it cannot change the cruel reality that Bane is already dead.

In this world where gods really exist, gods represent an incredibly powerful force.

Although Fuzor Chamberlain pushed forward Xivim, the son of God, and tried to take up the banner of resistance against Xirik.

However, the pitiful divine power that the latter had just obtained from being deified was not enough to maintain the huge system of the Bane Church and the hidden dangers brought about by over-expansion.

The most important thing is that Xivim does not dare and does not have the strength to confront Xirik head-on.

So when Fuzor Chamberlain learned that Cyric's followers were gathering in large numbers at Zhentil Keep and brought with them a sacred artifact made by the priesthood of lies, the "Cyric Book", with the intention of directly brainwashing himself and other high-level officials and even the public, he immediately urgently summoned all the core members.

If for no other reason, just to let them all read the book "The True Biography of Xirik" that he had picked up by accident.

As a chosen one, Fuzor Chamberlain realized the moment he got the book that it was a powerful artifact, made by a god himself, and it was probably designed to specifically restrain the "Book of Cyric".

Although he didn't know who the other party was or why he wanted to help him.

But what is certain is that the god who created this book knew of Cyric's plan in advance and did not want this madman to control Zhentil Keep and the Zhentarim at all.

silence!

Depressed!

fear!

The Zhentarim and the rulers of Zhentil Keep, who still believed in the god of tyranny, were overwhelmed when they realized that Cyric was serious this time.

After all, Dark Sun is the most powerful and influential god among all the gods of Faerun, second only to Io, the God of Gods, who appeared once during the Year of Troubles.

If he wanted, he could even send down his incarnation at any time to raze the entire city to the ground.

After several minutes, Mansong, the supreme leader, slowly asked, "Simonmon, how long will it take for the Dark Sun followers to reach Zhentil Keep?"

“Half a month at most.

In half a month, the first batch of 5,000 people will arrive.

In addition, I must remind you that their mental state is very abnormal. They are fanatical and crazy, shouting that Dark Sun is the only true God in the world.

They often force anyone they meet along the way to convert, or else they will be killed in extremely cruel ways.”

Ximanmon, who had transformed himself into a vampire, answered while carefully avoiding the sunlight coming in from the window.

Because he betrayed his mentor and secretly joined Fuzzol Chamberlain, he seemed to be extremely cautious, fearing that Manshoon would notice something wrong.

But this worry is obviously unnecessary.

Because ever since he was killed by Zuo Si once, Mansong's previous overflowing self-confidence has been rapidly disappearing, and has been replaced by vigilance, suspicion, and staying in the tower all day long, unwilling to go out.

Compared to his most trusted disciple, this guy now focuses all his attention on Fu Zuoer Chamberlain.

He was afraid that this good friend and rival would suddenly launch a coup to seize power.

"The only true God in the world? Are they crazy!"

A high-ranking priest of Bane couldn't help but widen his eyes in disbelief.

"Crazy? Haha, maybe it's not just these mortals who are crazy, but also the gods behind them."

Fuzzol Chamberlain pursed his lips and sneered.

The high-ranking priest immediately realized something and asked, "What do you mean? Could it be that..."

Fuzzol Chamberlain nodded slightly: "Yes, just as you guessed.

Don't forget, that divine book created by the priesthood of lies can even influence God.

What would be interesting if some idiot, after successfully making the book, suddenly had the urge to open it and read it himself? So it’s not that the believers are crazy, but that the gods behind them are crazy, instilling some crazy ideas and concepts in them.”

"I see! So, we can use this to try to unite with other gods and their churches to deal with these guys who are trying to subvert and control Zhentil Castle?" The high-ranking priest suggested with shining eyes.

But Mansong interrupted bluntly: "Don't be naive! Who can we unite with?

Many cities around the entire Moon Sea are trembling under the tyranny of the Dark Sun.

The churches of those kind gods would rather we fight them and both suffer losses, or even die together.

The top priority right now is to resurrect the great Bane.

I think it’s time to start the project that has been in the works for a long time.”

Fuzzol Chamberlain agreed with deep conviction: "You are right.

Only when the great god of tyranny, Bane, is resurrected can we have the confidence to fight against the Dark Sun and its minions.

Otherwise, no matter how strong the fortress is, it will eventually be breached if it is only passively defended.

What's more, the situation this time is completely different from the previous times.

Fortunately, the power of lawful evil in Faerun is growing.

In particular, the sudden rise of Soth and his forces made the tyrant's ruling philosophy widely spread and recognized.

Even many scholars have begun to debate the pros and cons of dictatorship and democracy.

There are even more people with the potential to become tyrants who are ambitiously waiting for the opportunity to abolish those hypocritical and inefficient parliaments in one fell swoop and concentrate power in their own hands.

If that plan were launched now, there is a high probability that the great Bane would be successfully brought back from the dead world."

"So... you mean we can use these crazy believers of Dark Sun as sacrifices?"

A terrifying red light flashed in Ximanmeng's eyes.

"Why not? Don't forget that although they are all crazy, their devout and crazy beliefs are real.

It is the best gift for the great dark king!

We have the carrier of Bane's spirit and power! We have countless devout believers and extensive influence! We also have a large group of nearly perfect sacrifices! When the time comes, we will contact temples around the world to summon believers to hold a large-scale sacrificial celebration, and we will definitely be able to achieve our predetermined goals."

Fuzzol Chamberlain raised his hands and shouted in a fanatical tone.

"The great dark king will return!"

"Dictatorship and tyranny are the only correct way to rule this world!"

"Only Ben obeys!"

…

As the atmosphere on the scene was aroused, many people began to shout loudly and excitedly.

Soon, under the cooperation and leadership of Manshoon and Fuzor Chamberlain, the entire Zhentarim and the forces loyal to Bane in Zhentil Keep were quickly mobilized.

The former was in charge of the magic part and began to draw evil sacrificial arrays underground in some specific buildings in the city.

The latter secretly notified church members in other cities and towns to prepare for grand sacrificial ceremonies during the ceremony.

Poor Xvim, son of the god Bane, doesn't know yet that he has been a temporary substitute for his father from the beginning to the end.

All the talk about defeating Cyric, regaining the priesthood and becoming the new dark lord is a lie.

Both Manshoon and Fuzzol Chamberlain were secretly planning to use him to resurrect Bane.

Otherwise, after so many years, even the church symbols would not have remained the same, and the doctrines would not have changed at all.

As Zhentil Keep prepared for the arrival of Cyric's followers, Fuzor Chamberlain and Ximamon met privately while Manshoon was busy setting up the sacrificial circle and had no time to pay attention to other things.

When the two met, they stared into each other's eyes for a full minute, and then they smiled at the same time.

Xi Manmeng asked directly: "In your plan, my teacher should also be one of the sacrifices, right?"

"Oh? How did you know?"

Fuzzol Chamberlain grinned, revealing a row of white teeth, and asked with a half-smile.

"Because you have been trying to eliminate him and take complete control of the Zhentarim and Zhentil Keep for too long.

And this happens to be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

If I'm not mistaken, you should have contacted Soth, right? I have to say, your generosity this time really impressed me.

First use Manshoon's power to deal with Dark Sun and his followers, and then use Thor's power to kill Manshoon completely after both sides are defeated.

When the sacrifice was complete, the Dark Lord returned from death.

Not only can you become the chief elect again as a meritorious official, but you can also introduce him to a tyrant who can influence the entire continent of Faerun."

Ximanmeng is worthy of being the real controller of the dark intelligence network. His keen sense of conspiracy and intrigue is far beyond that of ordinary people. He directly sees through the real purpose of the "Tyrant of the Moon Sea" behind a series of complex operations.

Because he knew that ever since the other party made the decision to eradicate Manson, they had been collecting intelligence in secret, trying to find the place where this cunning legendary wizard hid his clones.

Not long ago, this location was finally discovered by a double agent and sold to Fuzzol Chamberlain for a high price.

This also means that Mansong was being held at the mercy of his most threatening competitor without knowing it.

As one of the survivors who successfully escaped from Luskan, Ximanmeng was 100% sure that as long as Zuo Si and Fuzol Chamberlain joined forces, they could definitely kill all the clones of his mentor without leaving a single one alive.

Snap, snap, snap…

With the crisp sound of clapping, Fuzor Chamberlain laughed and praised, "Hahaha! My dear Ximanmon, you are really good, even better than Mansong in terms of meticulousness and conspiracy.

And you are a truly smart person who never puts yourself in danger and always knows when to make the right choice.

That’s right!

I have already contacted Soth, and he even told me about Dark Sun's crazy plan.

Otherwise, I would not have made the decision to resurrect the great god of tyranny, Bane, at this time. "

"What about the price? As far as I know, Soth is not a generous person. Even if the goddess of poison and disease Talona wants him to help, she needs to pay a corresponding reward."

Ximanmeng continued to test cautiously.

He obviously understood his fatal weakness as an undead creature - a vampire, so he always kept a safe distance, for fear that the other party would suddenly attack him with a powerful positive energy spell.

“The price is that we have to give up our infiltration and control over West Heartland and Steam Lake.

Including the Dark Castle that you rule, you must give it up.

In addition, all future activities of the Zhentarim in his territory must be open and transparent.

In return, the church of Bane, the god of tyranny, can freely preach, build temples and strongholds within its territory, but no armed forces are allowed.

Well, that's not that hard to accept, is it? "

There was a hint of pride in Fuzzol Chamberlain's tone.

Xi Manmeng lowered his head and thought for a moment, then immediately realized the true intention of the deal, and couldn't help but sighed: "Yes! For you, it's not only easy to accept, but you've made a fortune.

Not only can they use the other party to eliminate those troublemakers within the church who are unwilling to obey orders and integrate forces, but they can also expand the scale and influence of the church.

While the Zhentarim's actions must be transparent to Thoth, he does not forbid fighting with the Harpers.

This means that, far from being on the side of the Harpists, he is more inclined to cooperate with us.

Last but not least, in this transaction, South displayed his tyrannical tendencies.

Regardless of whether he believes in Bane or not, he will definitely be appreciated and favored by the Dark Lord.

It seems that the instructor is really going to lose this time.

Tell me, how do you need my cooperation? "

"It's simple. Get Clarice for me. Whether it's by directly transforming her into a vampire spawn, or by bribing, winning her over, or taking advantage of her emotional weaknesses, I want to plant an eye next to Manshon that can keep an eye on him 24 hours a day."

Fuzzol Chamberlain made his request bluntly.

"no problem.

I'll talk to Clarisse later.

She has been under a lot of pressure from her tutor recently, and her spirit has been on the verge of collapse.

I think it shouldn't be a big problem to win her over to our side."

Ximanmeng agreed without hesitation.

He originally had a good relationship with Clarice, and they were even secret lovers for a while.

What's more, even if the negotiations fail, you can directly transform them into your descendants or servants.

"Be careful, don't let Mansong notice. I don't want to fail at the critical moment." Fu Zol Chamberlain warned in a serious tone.

Ximanmeng did not say anything, but simply nodded in response, then activated the teleportation magic and disappeared on the spot.

Just a second later, he appeared in his residence in Zhentil Keep.

The Moon Elf Mage Ashmi, who had been waiting for a long time, quickly asked, "How is it? Is Fuzor Chamberlain really ready to seize power?"

"Yes, that's right. And he found a very powerful ally. It seems that the mentor is really doomed this time."

Ximanmeng opened his mouth, revealing two sharp canine teeth, and without saying a word, he bit the former's slender white neck, greedily sucking the other's sweet-tasting deep red blood.

Ashmi was obviously stimulated and couldn't help but shiver and moan in pleasure.

After more than ten seconds, when her face began to turn pale due to excessive blood loss, Ximanmeng finally let go and revealed an expression of great satisfaction.

It is not difficult to see from the intimate actions and ambiguous expressions that the two are not only superiors and subordinates, but also lovers or couples.

"Damn it! Your desire for blood is becoming stronger and stronger. If you keep going like this, I will be sucked dry alive by you sooner or later."

Ashmi touched the two small bite marks on her neck and complained in a low voice that was almost coquettish.

"I'm sorry, I was so excited and thrilled that I couldn't help myself a bit."

Ximanmeng subconsciously licked the blood remaining on his sweet lips, with an embarrassed expression on his face.

There is no doubt that vampires are one of the very few undead creatures who can perfectly retain their taste, smell, physical desires and emotions in life.

But its only flaw is its insatiable hunger for blood.

Even a calm and rational mage like Ximanmeng could easily lose control under the strong impulse when sucking blood.

不过好在阿什米也不是什么手无缚鸡之力的普通平民，很快便掏出一瓶药剂喝下去，恢复了损失的大部分血液，紧跟着低声试探道：“如此说来，你是打定主意要站在傅佐尔·钱伯瑞这边了？”

“呵呵，不，亲爱的。月之海暴君对权力的贪婪与渴望太过于强烈了，并不适合成为一个长期的盟友。相比起他，我倒是觉得另外一个人更值得投靠。”

在说这番话的时候，席曼蒙抬起手轻轻抚摸着月精灵情人的脸颊，眼神中闪烁着阴险、狡诈和深邃的光芒。

“他是谁？我可不记得散塔林会和散提尔堡内，除了你的导师曼松之外，还有第二个人有资格跟傅佐尔·钱伯瑞掰手腕。”阿什米急不可耐的追问。

席曼蒙直截了当的回答：“是索斯，剧毒与疾病女神的瘟疫之子，第三代魔法女神午夜唯一赐予银火的选民。

根据我通过黑暗情报网搜集到的信息，他现在已经强大到了难以想象的程度。

不管是麾下的施法者组织——奥法秘术会，还是塔洛娜在凡间对其百分之百绝对服从的教会，又或者像死灵皇帝夏恩七世这样令人感到毛骨悚然的恐怖盟友，都已经足够在事情败露之后庇护我们。

相比起自认为已经胜券在握，根本不会给予太多好处的傅佐尔·钱伯瑞，这才是可以利益最大化的选择。

而且索斯也一定非常乐意在散塔林会和散提尔堡内部拥有像我这样一个间谍。

所以我需要你替我跑一趟，去跟这位我们未来的主人谈谈，争取一个好点的待遇。”

“原来如此！ 我就知道你不会任由傅佐尔·钱伯瑞摆布，暗地里肯定有自己的打算。

暗中投靠一位风头正盛的强大神祇选民肯定能获得更多的好处。

最重要的是，这位索斯阁下跟我们一样都是法师，手头有很多珍贵稀有的魔法资源，远比单纯替傅佐尔·钱伯瑞卖命强得多。

亲爱的，你的聪明才智从不让人失望，真不愧是我看中的男人。”

说罢，阿什米伸出双臂搂住席曼蒙，在其苍白的脸颊上亲吻了一下。

“给，这是索斯在费伦大陆上可能出现的地点。

你现在就动身吧，越快把这件事情搞定越好。

我推荐你先去阿斯卡特拉的法师塔，找不到人再去陆斯坎或者耐兰瑟尔群岛，最后才是位于安姆乡下的城堡和深水城内的房子。

既然他跟傅佐尔·钱伯瑞取得了联系，那就说明眼下肯定在费伦而不是其他位面。

哦，对了，把这份能够自动恢复生命力的艾恩石和导师曼松的法术列表带上作为见面礼。”

席曼蒙一股脑将自己准备的筹码赛给月精灵女法师。

后者在拿到这些东西后，迅速施展了今天记忆的传送魔法，直接跨越了四五个国家和地区的遥远距离，直接出现在金币之都的门口。

为了避免被其他人知晓，阿什米并没有使用散塔林会在城内的据点，更没有通知或是联络在安姆活动的密探，而是借助夜色的掩护隐藏身份独自一人来到法师塔的门前。

由于刚好赶在饭点上，所以她看到了令自己感到无比惊讶的一幕。

只见几十个穿着打满补丁衣服、一看就知道是穷人、贫民家庭出身的孩子，成群结队从象征着神秘、知识、力量和魔法的高塔中鱼贯而出。

其中最大的有十五六岁，最小的才六七岁，男女各占一半左右。

唯一的共同点就是那高高撑起的肚子，还有脸上满足的笑容。

不用问也知道，这些小家伙才吃完由法师塔提供的免费晚餐，正打算一起结伴返回位于贫民窟的家。

至于失去父母的孤儿则可以前往苦难之神伊尔马特简陋的神殿过夜。

因为已经跟影贼公会打过招呼，所以也不用担心会遭遇绑架、抢劫之类的事情。

其中一些年纪比较大的青少年还接受过正统的战士训练，腰间别着一柄短剑或者长剑，普通地痞流氓和小毛贼真不一定打得过他们。

阿什米完全不理解，这些完全不像法师学徒的穷人孩子，究竟是怎么有资格进入法师塔的。

奴隶？

仆从？

做各种危险魔法实验的消耗品？

还是为了满足高塔主人那不为人知的特殊嗜好？

正当她想要拦住这群孩子打听一下的时候，突然感觉到有一双锐利且充满警惕的眼睛正在注视着自己。

结果抬起头一看，发现在高塔大门口站着一个浑身上下散发着野性气息的少女，两只眼睛在皎洁月亮的照射下散发出渗人的绿光，身边还跟着一条如同小牛犊子一样大的白色冬狼。

狼人？！ 月精灵女法师一眼就判断出了对方的身份。

因为她曾经不止一次跟这种危险的兽化人战斗过，所以非常清楚对方的速度、力量、敏捷和强悍的恢复力有多么难缠。

而且不知道为什么，阿什米总觉得眼前这名少女似乎与普通的狼人有很大不同。

尤其是超过两米的身高、粗壮的骨架，还有那一身过于发达健壮的肌肉，都在不停散发着危险的气息。

“你是谁？来这里想要干什么？”狼人少女率先打破沉默开口质问道。

她不是别人，正是在卡林港投靠左思的狼人氏族首领，有着“狼母”称号的范格斯。

那比大部分成年野蛮人男性还要高大健壮的体型，显然是因为接受威力更加强大的怖狼血脉导致的后遗症。

要知道最高只能长到一三四的地精，获得怖狼变身能力以后，其身高都会直接蹿到一米八、一米九，更不用提原本正常身高就有一米七的人类。

不过左思已经开始着手对目前获得的三种狼人兽化诅咒（费伦本土狼人、魔法地球狼人和依尼翠狼人）进行优化重组。

相信应该很快就能找到一种让小狼人们恢复正常体型的方法。

否则一张张少男、少女、萝莉和正太的面孔，配上恐怖的身高与夸张的肌肉，看起来实在是太怪异了。

虽然这些小家伙们一点都不在意。

反而为获得更强大的力量而感到激动、兴奋。

阿什米眯起眼睛上下打量着范格斯，过了好一会儿才开口回应道：“我是谁你还没有资格知道。替我向这里的主人带个话，就说我有一件十分要紧且机密的事情，需要跟他面对面的谈谈。”

“你想见主人？”

狼人少女脸上浮现出疑惑之色，同时用鼻子在空气中嗅了嗅。

因为她非常确信，眼前这个女人身上的味道自己以前从来没有闻到过。

“没错。我肩负着非常重要的使命，你最好别自作聪明，否则要是因此耽搁了，索斯阁下会亲手扒了你的皮”

阿什米半真半假的发出威胁。

但遗憾的是，范格斯却并不吃这一套。

因为在她的眼中，月精灵女法师实在是太弱了（只有LV11），怎么看都不像是有资格跟左思面对面交流的人。

毕竟法师塔内平日里来去匆匆的奥术施法者，最低也是LV15以上的巫妖。

在思索了片刻之后，狼人少女决定先下手为强，不管三七二十一活捉对方交给主人处理。

反正光是窥探法师塔内部秘密这一条就相当可疑。

要知道在阿斯卡特拉，就连蒙面法师公会和影贼的人都不敢靠近这片区域。

想到这，范格斯突然毫无征兆取下了背在身上的复合弓，以及其流畅熟练的动作在不到一秒钟之内就完成了取箭、拉弓和松开手指的动作。

下一秒……

嗖！ 一支泛着寒光的箭矢直奔月精灵法师的右肩飞去。

由于弓采取了现代复合材料和省力的滑轮组设计，而且还有等级不低的附魔效果，因此其速度跟穿透力都极为恐怖。

以至于阿什米在反应过来的时候，箭矢已经距离自己仅有不到五米。

根本来不及多想！ 她只能马上启动二环魔法【次元跳跃】，瞬间传送出去十几米远，刚刚好躲开了箭矢的追击。

不过虽然没有受伤，但法师长袍却被箭矢刮开一道口子，露出白皙的肩膀、上臂和里边玫瑰色的围胸。

不用问也知道，刚才但凡反应慢上那么一点点，现在月精灵女法师就会被箭矢巨大的穿透力和惯性带的飞起来，然后仰面朝天狠狠的摔倒在地。

右手就算没有被完全废掉，也无法再做出复杂精密的施法动作。

更严重的是剧烈疼痛会影响精神集中，导致没办法进入施法专注。

“该死！你疯了吗？居然在城内攻击我！”阿什米愤怒的咆哮道。

Because she just realized that in her desperation she had violated the city's ban on casting spells in public.

In Athkatla, violating the ban means attracting intervention and pursuit from the Guild of Masked Mages.

Unfortunately, Fangus had made up his mind and did not intend to have much verbal communication with this suspicious Moon Elf female mage.

After finding that long-range physical attacks were not enough of a threat to a mage, she threw away her compound bow and rushed out like an arrow.

While running, thick black hair quickly grew on the body surface, and the bones and muscles also expanded at a speed visible to the naked eye.

final……

A giant werewolf appeared out of nowhere, more than two stories tall and looking like a giant infected with lycanthropy.

The overwhelming sense of oppression made Ashmi's pupils dilate, and his heart seemed to be grabbed by an invisible hand and stopped beating in an instant.

She dared to guarantee that if she was caught, she would be eaten alive in an instant without a doubt, and there would not be any suspense at all, even with the Stoneskin Technique.

Fourth-ring arcane [Force Field Wave].

The Moon Elf Mage activated one of her most powerful spells without hesitation.

As the name suggests, this is a typical force field magic, which will generate a force field wave centered on the caster, causing indiscriminate impact on all surrounding creatures.

Although it cannot cause any actual damage, it can forcefully push away close enemies.

The werewolf girl only felt a huge force like a hammer, hitting her with a bang, and then she fell back uncontrollably for three or four meters before she could barely stabilize her body.

"What the hell kind of monster are you?"

Ashmi asked sharply, her scalp tingling.

She simply couldn't believe that there were werewolves of such a terrifying size in this world, even far larger than beastmen like the bearmen who were known for their huge sizes.

"Monster? No! I am not a monster, but a person who has obtained the power bestowed by the great master! I suggest that you give up resistance and surrender immediately. Otherwise, when I get excited, I cannot guarantee that I will not tear you to pieces."

Fangus opened his mouth, revealing a row of sharp teeth, and his eyes flashed with ferocious, bloodthirsty and cruel light.

"Wait! I think we should talk."

Ashmi was obviously frightened by the dire wolf's exaggerated size and terrifying vitality, and he also felt a strong sense of awe for the owner of the wizard tower behind him.

Because she understood that Zuo Si, who had mastered this powerful beast curse, could build an extremely powerful army at any time, and might even have secretly built one.

"Talk? Sorry, you are not qualified to negotiate with me now.

To be precise, there is only one choice before you, and that is to give up resistance and be captured by me.

Otherwise I guarantee that you won't even have a chance to escape.

Because I am not a human being, but the leader of a wolf pack..."

As the last word came out of his mouth, Fangus raised his head and let out a sharp and piercing wolf howl.

Awoo——

moment!

Suddenly, pairs of eyes emitting green light appeared in the darkness around.

In the blink of an eye, more dire wolves slowly walked out from the darkness and surrounded the moon elf mage.

Along with them were dozens of winter wolves and wargs.

With the support of the nearby Mage Tower, the latter immediately realized that he didn't even have the chance to activate the teleportation magic to escape, so he decisively gave up resistance, raised his hands, and said with a helpless and bitter look on his face: "Okay, okay, I admit defeat and surrender."

“A wise choice.”

Fangus smiled smugly and quickly signaled with his eyes for the other members of the tribe to step forward and disarm Ashmi.

Especially rings, necklaces and various triggered magic items.

Her hands were then tied with ropes to ensure that she could not successfully cast any spells that required movement.

After doing all this, the little werewolves untransformed and led the captives into the tower with laughter.

After about a few minutes, Ashmi finally met Zuo Si in person in the library.

"Did you guys have fun?"

Zuo Si, who was copying down some magical knowledge, asked without even raising his head.

"Um... do you know what's happening outside?" Fangs was obviously surprised.

Zuo Si couldn't help but smile and shook his head and responded: "This is the Mage Tower I built with my own hands.

Do you think the tower consciousness would not notify me of the battle that happened right at the door?

Although I know you are eager to serve me, please remember not to be so reckless next time.

Also, untie this elf lady and return her magic items to her."

"oh--"

Fangus scratched the back of his head a little embarrassedly, and then winked at the little werewolf beside him.

Without saying a word, the latter immediately threw all the rings, necklaces, gems, scroll boxes and other things in his hand to Ashmi, and then ran away without a trace.

There is no way! These restless little guys in adolescence are very aggressive by nature, and often deliberately make things difficult for visitors they don't know. Last time, the people sent by the Shadow Thieves Guild to purchase poison were tormented.

Fortunately, they also know their limits and usually just tease or intimidate others, testing their own strength, and will not really hurt anyone.

Picking up the things that had fallen to the ground and were lost and found again, the slightly embarrassed Moon Elf female mage packed them up as quickly as possible, then used magic to mend the torn robe, then she took a deep breath, put one hand on her chest and bowed deeply.

"Good evening, Your Excellency Soth. My name is Ashmi, and I am here on behalf of Ximanmon to talk to you about the future."

"Simonmon?"

Zuo Si's mind instantly flashed to the head of the dark intelligence network whose words and deeds were full of elegance. He immediately asked back with interest, "Hasn't Ximan Meng secretly surrendered to Fu Zuoer Qian Borui?"

"That's just a stopgap measure. In fact, it's not in our interest to work for Fuzor Chamberlain," Ashmi explained calmly.

"So... now he wants to betray Fuzor Chamberlain and join my side after betraying Manshoon?"

Zuo Si was obviously very surprised by Xi Manmeng's repeated actions.

Because this is not an ordinary job-hopping, but being an undercover spy inside the Zhentarim and Zhentil Keep, the risks involved are very high.

At least he didn't think that after knowing the truth, Fu Zuoer Chamberlain would let the traitor Xi Manmon live.

Ashmi nodded seriously and said, "Yes. According to Ximanmon, only you can give us enough benefits and protect us after the truth is revealed. In return, the intelligence network of the Zhentarim will be at your disposal in the future."

"Haha, it sounds tempting. But I guess this is Ximanmeng's idea, not yours, right?"

A blue light flashed in Zuo Si's eyes.

From the moment the elf mage entered the room this month, he had begun using various mental magics to read her mind, and discovered some very interesting things.

"You are really as good as the rumors say at discovering other people's hidden thoughts.

Yes, I do have plans of my own.

In addition to the conditions offered by Ximanmeng, I personally want to make another deal with you.

That means I will secretly monitor Ximanmeng to make sure he never betrays you or does anything behind your back."

Ashmi suddenly put on another creepy face...

(End of this chapter)