Today there will be blood

The tall black horse was breathing out steam. It was a warhorse provided by the west, and it was tall and strong. A dark shadow could be seen in the distance at the end of the line of sight. The dark grey city wall was simple and tall. Through the city gate, one could hear the sound of the construction going on in full swing.

The mechanical city's creations worked day and night, and the results were quite amazing. If there were such a fortress when opening up other areas, the speed of conquest could probably be doubled.

Mason tightened the reins, and the black horse slowed down and stepped into the city gate. The road in the dark fog was too difficult to walk, and finally had to return to the most primitive way: riding a horse or walking.

"My Lord Viscount, you are back."

As soon as the boy entered the city, someone came to meet him. Without any order, he led the horses away, drove away the people, untied Mason's cloak, and handed him a towel to wipe his face.

The dust and wind during this period made the boy look thinner. His face, which had lost its youthfulness, became more angular and mature. He threw the towel back casually. His shirt-wrapped forearms had the faint outline of muscles after long-term exercise.

"I heard that a group of monsters came to surrender?"

"Yes, he is under special supervision now."

The person who greeted us hesitated for a moment and whispered, "Everyone says that the higher-ups seem to be planning to accept these monsters..."

"Why, you don't want to?"

"You're kidding. Monsters are monsters. They can bite people at any time. No matter how pretty they are, they are not human. I don't understand what the higher-ups are thinking. They must know these things better than us."

"Yes, they know, but they are just motivated by profit."

The boy's cold expression melted a little. Fortunately, not all people are idiots. When he said this, the other party had already lowered his head and dared not answer.

These topics were too sensitive for an ordinary bloodline person to answer. Mason didn't intend to embarrass the other party, but just looked at him twice more.

"What is your name?"

"My Lord Viscount, my name is Morse."

"Morse... I see. You have a good eye. I will find a good position for you next time."

"Thank you! Thank you!"

"Take the horse back and take good care of it."

Morse was very excited and thanked him repeatedly. The young man strode towards the meeting room. The nobles who had heard the news of the lord's return were all gathered here. When they saw the young viscount enter, they all smiled. Several barons and viscounts greeted him warmly.

"Welcome back, Viscount Mason. You must have had a hard time on this journey."

"This is the most famous flame tea in the West. Only someone like Viscount Mason is worthy of drinking it."

"Yes, the construction of the camp is inseparable from the hard work of Viscount Mason."

"Thank you for the award. I have been away for a while, and the camp is built thanks to all of you. If it weren't for you, I'm afraid there would be no camp today."

Mason was wearing a white shirt and sleeveless vest today. He had changed into this flashy outfit specially for his return trip. It made the young man look more elegant and calm, quite in line with the etiquette of the nobility.

When the bloodline members saw this, they felt a little proud, and some of the veteran viscounts among them felt even more proud.

No matter how powerful you are, you are still just a young man after all, don't you still have to rely on them?

After the greetings, Mason played with his teacup and asked casually, "By the way, I heard that a group of monsters came to the territory. Have you dealt with them?"

"Indeed. You have just become a viscount, so you may not be very clear that humans have not yet tamed monsters without relying on blood. This is a great achievement. We will definitely report to the association and apply for your commendation."

"Really? Thank you very much. It sounds great, except for one thing: why did so many people not do it, and instead surrender to us?"

"I know what you are thinking, Viscount. Those deer spirits originally lived in the black fog and were forced to surrender because of the expansion of the camp. They just want to survive. Moreover, these deer spirits have no fighting ability and cannot control monsters in the camp. We have sufficient combat power and the priests have also conducted regular inspections and purifications. This can be said to be the best opportunity. Moreover, even if something unexpected happens, we still have those three to support us."

"Yes, they also voluntarily wore mechanical collars that would explode if they moved. Since they didn't do anything bad, we might as well keep them here and observe them. If we succeed in taming these deer spirits, there will be endless benefits."

The bloodline members were talking to each other, trying to persuade each other earnestly, all for the good of the young viscount. The young man kept smiling and blew a sip of tea slowly.

"Then I really want to thank you all for thinking of me so much."

This sentence was said in an ambiguous way, and the person who heard it immediately understood what it meant, and his expression immediately turned cold.

"Viscount Mason, if you have any opinions, please speak directly. There is no need to say something else."

"Did you guys hear that? I'm so sorry. I just think you're all idiots."

The bloodline members were stunned. They didn't know what "idiot" meant, but they could hear the insult. Before they could get angry, the boy put down his cup and spoke coldly.

"Everyone knows that you are really doing this for my own good, for the good of the camp, for the good of humanity, or for your own sake so that you can look good when you return?"

"Don't you know why humans have never tamed monsters? Monsters come from the black fog and are the embodiment of chaos. They feed on humans, and the two are naturally opposed. You can raise monsters, you can; you can use monsters to breed, you can; but if you want monsters to be dogs of humans and live in peace with humans, you are just dreaming!"

These words fell loudly, like a slap in the face to everyone, making them feel awkward for a moment. After a while, someone finally spoke to ease the atmosphere.

"You are still young, so I'm afraid you don't know. It is extremely rare for a monster to surrender. Someone has to be the first to do so. Why can't it be us?"

"Only you guys?"

Mason asked back with a half-smile. The bloodline members felt nervous, not knowing where their inexplicable fear came from. The needle-like gaze pierced into their hearts, bringing a kind of fear that was not in line with their age.

Little did they know that the boy in front of them had experienced far more than they could imagine. When he really got serious, his intimidation was no less than that of other vests in person!

It is precisely because he knows the details of the monsters that he is so determined to fight against them. Even if humans really tame the monsters, at that time, as long as the monster lord has a thought, these monsters will rebel again!

The two sides are hostile to each other and the fight will end to the death.

Mason knew what these people were thinking. Although they were negotiating, they actually had other ideas. Even though the power displayed by the Star Land was enough to be terrifying, he had not yet established enough influence in their hearts.

Therefore, Mason was not going to give in this time. He said coldly: "I don't want to see any traces of monsters here, understand?"

"Do you have to go against everyone?"

"Isn't that what I should say?"

The boy tilted his head in confusion and asked, "Do you have to go against me?"

"You better know what you're talking about."

The bloodline members looked gloomy. The major families were busy with their territorial affairs, so naturally they could not send out their most core forces. These bloodline members did not know about Mason's affairs, so they naturally looked down on him.

Even if there were orders from above, in their eyes, this young man was just a nouveau riche who rose to prominence with a large amount of resources, and there was nothing else they needed to care about except his subordinates and connections.

They didn't know why their master gave up so much profit. Based on their observations during this period, they could confirm that the other party was just an ordinary bloodline. If they could win more profits for the family, they would definitely receive praise when they returned.

The matter of the deer spirit was a test, but also a subtle demonstration. As long as they didn't cooperate, how could the other party build their territory?

Only the people sent by the Mechanical City and the Chamber of Commerce looked at them coldly, silently muttering "idiots" in their hearts.

They knew the young master's background best, and also understood the hidden situation in the noble family, and saw through the entanglement at a glance. They also stopped the decision to release Lu Ling, but unfortunately they were rejected by the various families.

In addition, there are some sober bloodline members who try to stop them, but unfortunately, interests are always the most attractive, and they are squeezed out of the speaking circle.

At that moment, everyone was silent, waiting to see a good show. This was no longer a question of how to deal with the mutated deer spirit, but had escalated into a power struggle between the two sides.

The winner will control the new camp, and the loser will lose the right to speak.

The two sides eventually came to an unpleasant conclusion, and the nobles stared at the boy's departing back with a hint of coldness in their eyes.

"This concerns our future, and we must not let him succeed. Send people to keep an eye on this Viscount, and increase monitoring and recruitment of Lu Ling. We must succeed!"

......

It was late at night and no one was around. The deer spirits lay in their tents, without a trace of sleepiness in their beautiful eyes.

They were both men and women, with pure and gentle temperaments, and looked non-threatening. It was no exaggeration to say that if these deer spirits were not monsters, they would be sought after by the entire camp.

Bloodline people have a hard time controlling their desires due to pollution, with lust and destructive desire being the main ones. During this time, they have won the favor of many humans and have developed indescribable relationships with some of them. Such people are not uncommon wherever they are.

Someone else came in...

The mutant deer spirits exchanged glances in the dark, and then closed their eyes and pretended to sleep. Only one particularly innocent deer spirit woke up hazily, rubbing his eyes, and every move was extremely adorable.

The guard at the door was her lover. Lu Ling was used to him sneaking to see her at night. She was about to speak, but when she saw who it was, she was startled and had a bad feeling.

Darkness surged in from outside the tent, making the visitor's hair look blood-red. With a cold smile, his dark golden eyes scanned the deer spirits and counted them quietly.

"One, two, three... one more."

This look was not like an ordinary person who was fascinated by them, and Lu Ling felt a chill in his heart. It was like an animal encountering a natural enemy.

They had to run away! They had to run away! This guy was really going to kill them!

As soon as the danger radar sounded, a brilliant sword flashed before her eyes.

The deer spirits were cut in half before they could react. The strong smell of blood entered their noses, and the deer spirits pretending to be asleep opened their eyes wide in fear and screamed one after another, trying to attract others.

There is no perfect way to evolve. If you become what you are now, you must give up your fighting ability. For now, you can only rely on humans outside!

As if he could see through their thoughts, the red-haired young man laughed softly.

"I have already transferred the people outside. Do you have anything else to say? If not, I will send you to death."

"Your abilities should be more than just controlling animals. Let me guess. In fact, your ability is not controlling animals, but charm, right?"

"No matter how useless those bloodline members are, it's impossible for them to go berserk when they see one person. You were able to hook up with so many people in just two days. Your purpose must be more than simple."

The deer spirits' eyelashes trembled and tears welled up in their eyes after their thoughts were exposed. Some of them begged desperately, others tried to escape, and the rest tried to change the subject and persuade him.

"I don't think anyone else knows that you're here today. If you leave now, we'll keep this a secret for you. I know that there are many factions among humans, and it would be disadvantageous to you if you were discovered."

"Whatever you want, we can help you, as long as you let us go. We are forced, we just want to survive..."

The red-haired young man nodded: "What you said does make sense."

Deer Ling's eyes were filled with joy, thinking that she had successfully convinced the other party. As long as she could survive, she could...

Her thoughts stopped here, and she suddenly felt a pain in her neck. Amid the screams of her fellow tribesmen, a head flew off.

Orelius put away his sword, blood splashed onto his face, and the red-haired young man sighed.

"Unfortunately, from the beginning, I had no intention of hiding this matter. I also had no intention of trusting you."