Chapter 450 Any evil will be brought to justice

Raymond often thought that if he had not participated in the king's election on a whim, but continued to be a simple bone craftsman, his life would definitely not be so troubled.

However, the king also has the king's happiness.

After becoming king, Raymond had one most significant benefit: he could use a lot of resources first, at least until he stepped down.

When he concentrates on developing various tools, he gets the long-lost happiness.

Raymond had no experience in governing a country, but as a skilled craftsman, he was good at trying to make new tools and devices.

Occupation affects people's tendencies.

Just like the previous king, Chesak, he always exudes a tough style unique to the military, and everything must go exactly according to plan.

Raymond wanted to use the craftsmen's methods to change the face of the kingdom, to make planting, grazing, transportation and storage easy and convenient.

He created a tool.

Raymond named this thing Ken Ya.

In traditional farming in the Resurrection Kingdom, plowing the land required a fork-shaped bone plow, which was pulled by a farmer or a bone horse to loosen and break up the soil.

Ken Ya is a V-shaped plow with many bone forks fixed on it, and its appearance is like the dense teeth in a wolf's mouth.

Using a plow, plowing becomes easier and more efficient.

After repeated testing in farmland, it was proven that tooth reclamation is indeed quite effective.

"The King is a genius!"

"Your Majesty, the Great Raymond!"

"The King of Reclamation! This is the king we have always dreamed of!"

…

This invention reversed Raymond's previous negative image of breaking his promise. He was praised and supported by the White Bone Ancestors. He was no longer afraid of cow dung when he went out, and he was cheered by everyone.

Raymond finally straightened his back.

But amidst all the praise, there was a different voice of doubt.

Although the voice was not loud, it sounded harsh among the crowd of praises.

"Isn't this too much trouble?"

asked Little Duke Baron.

He watched the whole process of Raymond's invention and experiment. Baron's residence was set up next to the palace. He rarely went out and there were not many places he could go.

Baron bluntly said that Kenya still has room for improvement.

Raymond was a little unhappy.

You can say I'm not a good king, but you can't question my craftsmanship.

In the Royal City, Raymond is one of the best craftsmen! So he said with a straight face: "I will give you the materials, manpower and time, and you will improve it. This is your chance to show your ability, so take it and do it yourself."

The goblin noble hesitated for a moment, but finally agreed.

It took Baron three months to complete the transformation of Kenya.

The new plow was towed by a long-tailed truck brought by Baron, with a row of bone wheels with plows installed at the back. The truck acted as traction in the front, while the bone wheels made of bones at the back rolled on the ground, allowing the plows to act on the land at the same time.

The improved Kenya has a wider coverage area and is easy to operate. It does not require a skilled rider and anyone can drive a long-tail truck with a little learning.

This renovation adds a lot of details.

The first is the addition of long-tail trucks.

The Resurrection Kingdom had been trading with the Twin Serpents Empire for hundreds of years, and Raymond was no stranger to long-tailed trucks.

This vehicle looks like a giant ant, with a metal sphere at the front with four to six long and thick iron pipes on it and two low-quality crystals at the front.

When running, the crystal on the front of the long-tail truck will emit light, like two strange eyes.

According to Baron, "That's a warning crystal, and it's very important. If it flashes green, it means the car is fine. If it flashes red... you'd better jump out of the car and run away immediately, because the car may explode at any time."

The design of the car body is related to the character of the goblins of the Twin Snake Empire.

They are keen on finding new things, are crazy inventors and shrewd businessmen, and the props and devices they create have one common feature: they are highly practical but easy to break.

Raymond was puzzled: "Why not make a better quality device?"

"Because if the quality is too good, people will use one product for a long time, and it will be difficult to sell new products. Only if people keep buying can the goblins make a profit." Baron answered honestly.

"I see. The goblin merchants are indeed very calculating."

Raymond sighed.

"But in fact, it is very difficult to make a particularly good device. Your Majesty, you are an experienced craftsman. I can see that you have a lot of insights into making various things. You should also know that making something that is good and cheap is a very high standard."

"In the engineering school, teachers also said that the higher the quality of the tools, the harder it is to get a proportional return on your efforts..."

Raymond agreed with this.

It's not difficult to create a skeleton dog, as long as you have enough bones and make sure it can run.

But it is much more difficult to create a bone horse. Not only must the balance of the wide body be considered, but also the bone horse needs to have a certain weight-bearing capacity. In addition, its weight must be reduced as much as possible to reduce the pressure on its four legs...

And to go a step further, creating a monster out of bones is even more difficult.

Previously, just to make [White Skeleton Charles], it took dozens of experienced craftsmen to work together, which took a lot of time and many failures before it was barely completed. The cost of the entire project was very high, and it was impossible to make more than a few.

This is how manufacturing equipment works: if you want to improve performance and quality a little bit, you may need to put in several or even dozens of times more effort and hardship.

Baron continued, "The long-tailed wagons are powered by goblin gunpowder."

"Goblin gunpowder is a very unstable fuel and power source, but it can bring powerful force after being ignited. Many devices of goblin technology are supported by goblin gunpowder."

"The core of goblin gunpowder is the reaction of omnistone with charcoal, sulfur, and saltpeter. The resulting explosion is difficult to balance, so it is usually wrapped in a sturdy and durable metal cauldron to avoid hurting people."

"The goblin gunpowder was stimulated to explode continuously, and the iron rod on the cauldron was stimulated to generate power..."

After listening to Baron's detailed introduction, Raymond got to know the goblin technology for the first time.

What Goblin Technology wants is mass production, usability and low cost. These three elements are the most important.

Although goblin gunpowder often causes casualties, the profits are high enough that these are not a problem.

On the other hand, since goblin technology itself does not pursue precision and perfection, as long as it can be used, it is more about immediate use and practicality. Therefore, Baron does master the production methods of [Long Tail Truck] and [Goblin Gunpowder], just like most goblin engineers.

"Sulfur should be available near the volcano, but unfortunately, we don't know where to find saltpeter, which is the most in demand. It seems that it will be difficult for the kingdom to replicate the long-tail truck." Raymond said with some regret.

"Ah? Why is there a shortage of saltpeter?"

The goblin's eyes showed confusion: "Aren't you trading with the Iron Felt Federation? The dwarves in that world have the most saltpeter mines in the entire civilization chain."

Raymond asked the diplomat next to him: "Have we traded saltpeter with the Iron Felt Federation?"

"Your Majesty, we did not conduct such a transaction. The main trade between the Kingdom and the Iron Felt Federation is various finished metal tools."

After the rise of the Resurrection Kingdom, in addition to the Twin Snake Empire of the main civilization, apostles from other civilization chain worlds also came to visit one after another and established some trade relations with this side.

Raymond had only been in office for a short time and didn't know much about the past.

He only knew that the Iron Felt Federation was a world dominated by dwarves, and it didn't seem to get along well with the goblin world of the Twin Snake Empire. The Iron Felt Federation imported crops and meat from the Resurrection Kingdom to solve the problem of food shortage there.

Therefore, the Twin Snake Empire also warned the Resurrection Kingdom, but was ignored.

With the support of the God Yao, kings of all dynasties have adopted a tough attitude towards foreign affairs.

Especially after the emergence of the Dog City, the messengers of the gods paid more attention to the Kingdom of Rebirth, and the God Yao officially became one of the masters here. The Twin Snake Empire lost its upper-level advantages and support, and could only impose sanctions and threats at the trade level.

Over the past hundred years, the Resurrection Kingdom has long achieved self-sufficiency and no longer has to rely on the Empire. In addition, as it gradually establishes trade relations with other civilizations, the Twin Snake Empire's influence on the Kingdom continues to weaken.

The Iron Duke sent his second son to the Resurrection Kingdom to ask for asylum because it was difficult for the Twin Serpents Empire to extend its tentacles here.

After thinking things through, Raymond told the diplomat: "Make a note of this. For subsequent transactions with the Iron Felt Federation, our list must include saltpeter."

"Go on, Baron, tell me about your improvements."

The goblin nodded: "Okay, now we can compare the experiments..."

After field testing, it was found that the new type of plowing hoe could plow three times the area of ​​the old type of plowing hoe in the same period of time.

Raymond readily admitted: "I lost, you made something better! You are indeed an excellent craftsman and engineer! Amazing invention!"

"Your Majesty, I rely on the existing technological advantages of goblin technology."

Baron showed a rare humility of the goblins: "In fact, the improvement I made is nothing more than resetting the Kenya with goblin technology. It can't be regarded as a personal creation."

Raymond felt that Baron seemed much more pleasing to the eye.

He patted the young duke's thin shoulder and said, "Before, goblins gave people the impression of being arrogant and proud. Baron, you are a rare humble person among them."

"It was because of my father's request."

Baron smiled awkwardly: "I have been timid and cowardly since I was a child. My father taught me to be humble and low-key and not to argue with my brothers. Because I am the second son, the title will not fall on my shoulders. He trained me as a goblin engineer and always let me focus on knowledge and engineering technology..."

Raymond was even more delighted when he heard this.

It turns out that the Iron Duke trained him this way on purpose to prevent him from competing with his brother for the title, and also to leave Baron a way out.

This accidental encounter can be considered a blessing in disguise.

"Baron, you should do your research well here. The kingdom will not treat you unfairly. When the empire is stable, we will send you back and support you."

"Thank you very much."

In the next few years, all kinds of materials were sent to the royal city, and Baron led the bone craftsmen to build long-tail trucks one after another.

The new type of reclamation technique gradually became popular among farmers, more farmland was reclaimed, and crop yields reached new highs year after year.

This young goblin from the empire gradually gained the love and respect of the Bone Ancestors. Everyone began to call him the Duke of Harvest, and wherever he went, people waved to him enthusiastically.

"Your Excellency the Duke! Are you here to inspect the farm again today?"

"Oh, don't say that. I just came to see how the crops are growing."

"Are you thinking about new inventions for the ranch, Your Excellency the Duke? Please remember to do experiments at our ranch. We are always waiting for your visit!"

"Of course, of course."

"Hello, Duke of Harvest, it's a nice day today, I wish you a happy day!"

"Hello, and I wish you all the best!"

Although he was not a noble in the kingdom, everyone called him that.

…

In the sixth year since Baron came to the kingdom, bad news came from the empire.

Duke Todd died of food poisoning.

The poisoner was a mistress of the Duke of Todd, who committed suicide after the Duke's death.

This poisoning case is suspicious in every way, but no one cares about the real murderer and the reason. What is more important is the title of Iron Duke and this large duchy.

The Emperor of the Empire believes that the death of the Iron Duke is suspicious. In order to prevent unrest and turmoil in the Duchy, the Empire is placed in charge of the entire Duchy until the truth is fully investigated.

At the same time, the Empire sent envoys to the Resurrection Kingdom.

The envoy asked Baron to go to the imperial capital to meet the emperor, cooperate in the investigation of his brother Todd's death, clear himself of suspicion, and then restore order in the duchy with the help and guidance of the empire.

…

Ironically, the visitor from the Empire was none other than Boone, the man who had placed Baron here.

"The Resurrection Empire has always stated that it will not interfere in the internal affairs of other countries and the world. So I guess the king will not interfere if I bring Duke Baron back to the empire, right?"

Boone still maintained that lukewarm attitude.

Raymond looked at Baron beside him.

There is no mistake in the poem, post, content, and read the book on 6, 9, and bar!

Baron lowered his head, making his already short body look even thinner, as if he was completely covered by Boone's shadow.

A depressing and dull feeling filled the palace.

"Then I'll take my leave."

Boone glanced at the short goblin and said, "Duke, let's go."

Baron followed Boone like a puppet.

Before leaving the palace gate, he turned back and bowed to Raymond: "Thank you for your care over the past few years, Your Majesty. I will remember your kindness."

He turned around, and his young figure looked hunched and small.

"Wait a moment."

Raymond suddenly spoke up: "Feric Baron, do you want to stay in this country?"

The goblin stiffened.

"King, please don't do those meaningless things." Boone turned his head and warned.

"If you want to stay, then tell me loudly that you want to stay. Then you will be a citizen of the Resurrection Kingdom, and no one can take you away by force under any name."

Raymond looked at the goblin's stiff back and said, "Tell me, Ferrick Baron, do you want to stay?"

"King, please respect yourself."

Boone's eyes flashed with murderous intent: "My patience with you is limited."

"Tell me loudly."

Raymond walked slowly forward: "Tell me, are you willing to stay in this country and become the respected Duke of Harvest here, or go back and accept the mercy of the empire."

“…”

Baron's back rose and fell violently, his body trembled slightly, and finally he turned his face, with snot hanging under his long pointed nose and his eyes red.

"I think……"

"Duke." Boone looked down at the small goblin. "This is your fate."

“…”

Raymond Ang walked slowly towards the door. "I don't believe in fate, and the gods have never announced the fate of anyone. Lord Yaoshen's oracle said that the legends and epics of heroes were created from nothing, just like this kingdom. Since its birth, no one has ever been optimistic about it."

"But so what? We love it, we work hard for it, we cultivate farmland, we raise livestock, we are the ancestors with no potential, but we have come to this day."

"Even the great God Yao has blessed us for our endeavors and sent Yao scholars to support our country. If there are miracles in this world that can be created through hard work, then our miracles are not over yet."

“When no one believes in you, you must believe in yourself without hesitation and practice your ideals. Even if the road is difficult, you must move forward. This is the only way for a hero.”

"Don't cry, don't be afraid, answer me like a warrior."

Raymond shouted: "I ask you in the name of the king, Ferric Baron, do you want to stay?"

"think!"

The goblin's chest rose and fell violently, and he couldn't help but howl and cry: "I want to stay, I want to stay in the Resurrection Kingdom! I don't want to be imprisoned, I don't want to be used as a puppet, I don't want to become a walking corpse, I want to stay!"

“Good, very good!”

Raymond raised the bone scepter in his hand and said, "Ferric Baron, I declare that from today on, you are a citizen of the Resurrection Kingdom and will enjoy all the treatment and protection of the kingdom. Come, come to me."

The goblin ran to Raymond with his head down.

Raymond said in a deep voice: "Now, Apostle, please leave my people. You have no right to take him away!"

Purple smoke came out of Boone's body. He raised his hand and pointed lightly: "King, you must have made a mistake... I am not asking for your opinion, I am just informing you."

The bone scepter shattered into pieces at the far end of his fingers.

Raymond blocked Baron behind him and drew the bone sword from his waist.

The next second, Boone grabbed Raymond by the throat and lifted him off the ground.

"It looks like we need a new king here," said Boone, laughing.

Raymond swung the shuriken sword and chopped at the enemy's head with all his might.

Snap——

The bone sword broke into two pieces.

At the moment when Boone punched Raymond's skull, he was suddenly knocked away by the huge force, breaking two stone pillars on the side, and his burly body fell into the thick wall.

"Your Majesty, please forgive me for being late."

A figure in black appeared beside Raymond. He had a face that looked like a bear and a cat, but there was a cunning look in his small eyes.

"Your Majesty's performance is truly admirable. You are the king we need. No one can offend our king here."

The wise insect looked at Boone who came out of the wall, and his eyes suddenly turned cold: "Trying to assassinate the king, these foreign forces are becoming more and more rampant."

"Tell me, which god sent you here? Why did you want to stir up trouble between the Empire and the Kingdom? What is your purpose? What is your connection with the foreign attack on the Twin Snake Empire?"

These words made Boone stunned: "What do you mean? Don't talk nonsense!"

"If you refuse to surrender, then you will die."

The wise bug grinned, stretched his arms, and showed his claws: "A mere LV50 noob, he really doesn't know how to write death. Or maybe this world is too comfortable, even a character like this can show off."

"Assassinating the king, attempting to overthrow the kingdom's regime, provoking confrontation between the kingdom and the empire, and even causing discord between Lord Yaoshen and Lord Messenger... How vicious."

Boone's eyes suddenly widened: "Don't talk nonsense, you are slandering me!"

He suddenly realized that something was wrong: "What are you going to do? You dare to kill me? I am the apostle of God! You actually want to offend the power of God for a secular king? Or is this what God Yao wants?"

"How dare you! How dare you offend God."

A voice sounded in the air.

Cat Grass slowly appeared beside Raymond. She looked down at Boone in the distance and said, "Blasphemers must die."

The wise insect turned into a ball of black light and enveloped Boone.

Soon, Boone fell to the ground in a pool of blood, and his body was dragged out by the wise insect.

Baron, who witnessed everything, was stunned: "This...this..."

He said anxiously, "Your Majesty, is this how the Resurrection Kingdom does things? The apostles were executed like this...won't there be any trouble?"

"Don't worry."

Raymond looked calm: "Our country welcomes all friends to join us, and we are not afraid to face any evil forces. Any evil will be brought to justice. This is the courage that Lord Yaoshen has given us."

Having said that, he was actually panicking just now. He was completely relying on his temper to confront the enemy apostle head-on - although Raymond knew in his heart that Maocao would definitely take action to defend the interests of the kingdom, which was to safeguard the interests of Yaoshen.

Thinking about it now, he felt a little scared.

I was careless.

I was almost sent to the Tomb of the Skeleton King early.

"What a pity for my scepter. I like that scepter very much. It's not easy to find such a suitable bone..." A trace of melancholy flashed in Raymond's eyes.

The goblin Baron seemed to be hesitant to speak.

At this moment, Raymond suddenly felt a huge force descending upon him.

"This is... a gift from Lord Yaoshen!"

He quickly knelt on the ground and expressed his sincere gratitude for the blessings bestowed upon him by the gods.

After a moment, Raymond came back to his senses from the strange warmth.

I clearly felt a kind of power rising in the divine revelation... What is this power... [Leading by example]? As long as I can do it, everyone will follow? Mao Cao walked to Raymond's side.

The catwoman apostle smiled at him and said, "It is a blessing for the people to have your Majesty in charge of the country. The kingdom will surely be famous within a hundred years! I hope you will give me more advice in the future."

Raymond nodded in agreement.

His heart was filled with bitterness.

Originally, Raymond was planning to abdicate in the next few days. The position of king is really not that easy to sit on.

He had just confronted an apostle, and part of him wanted to let go of himself before leaving office, leaving behind a good story for the Kingdom... Not everyone has the opportunity to confront an apostle head-on.

But who knows.

The apostle was killed directly.

For him, the safest place in the Resurrection Kingdom is the throne behind him. Lord Cat Grass and the others will do their best to protect the king's safety, but if a bone craftsman is missing... they probably won't care much.

The King's career must go on.

Not only must we continue, but we must also do our best to avoid being dismissed.

Raymond sighed to the sky.

Originally, I just wanted to retire safely from the position of king, but now I am completely immobilized by the Twin Snakes Empire and must work on state affairs until I die...

There is indeed a reason why kings of all generations have hated the Twin Snakes Empire so much.

The declining Twin Snake Empire is the empire that everyone loves to see.

Raymond fell into deep thought.

So, is there any way to help this huge empire speed up this process?

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(End of this chapter)