Chapter 55: Loss-Making Deal with the First Empire
Faced with the believers' earnest request, Godwin did not give a direct affirmative response.
Fortunately, Shen Jiang also had some understanding of his temper. Seeing that Heilong had no intention of objecting, he knew there was a chance. After all, Godwin would often strongly oppose things that he could not accept.
"Lord Godwin, considering that the herbs on the mountain don't need to be cleared during this period, it's unacceptable to leave the humans and orcs below the mountain idle and idle until the grass grows back. Therefore, I have decided to send them out to spread your good name throughout this continent and find suitable new believers for you."
Godwin played with the purple dragon in his hand and said nonchalantly, "Didn't I tell you that I actually have more than just one mountain?"
Shen Jiang choked, and the perfect excuse she had prepared was suddenly useless. For a moment, she didn't know how to continue with what Godwin said.
The atmosphere was strangely cold, and Shen Jiang could only say, "As expected of the incomparable Lord Godwin. I always thought there couldn't be a more beautiful place in the world, but it seems my imagination is limited. I'm really looking forward to visiting the next Dragon Mountain. Haha."
Godwin glanced at her and thought to himself that this was true. This was indeed his favorite hill, otherwise he wouldn't have returned here. The other hills were nice, but for all the right reasons—climate, wind, scenery, location—none could compare to this one. This human follower had always had such a sharp eye, and he admired him so much...
Damn it! What if the believer thinks the next hill is not as good as this one? Wouldn’t that be embarrassing for him?
"I happen to be going out for a while. I reluctantly agree to your request."
Shen Jiang felt a little puzzled by Heilong's sudden and awkward agreement. The topic changed so quickly that she was caught off guard.
But fortunately, this was the result she wanted, so Shen Jiang did not give Black Dragon Godwin any room to regret.
"Lord Godwin, I will inform them immediately and have them leave as soon as possible. One day, your reputation will surely resound throughout the entire continent."
*
Ellis and the others had packed their luggage long ago. In their opinion, the witch was just going to say hello to her beloved pet. After all, they would definitely not be away for a short time this time. Just think about it, he was going to take Catherine back to the Rose Empire, which was such a great feat.
Considering how much the Witch loves Lord Godwin, perhaps she will consider taking it with her?
Catherine was undoubtedly the happiest among these people.
She had never been away from home and her family for so long, and she couldn't wait to see them and tell them how well she was doing these days.
Catherine spent a long time picking and choosing, finally selecting her most treasured items from the reward given to her by the witch and putting them into the small suitcase she had come in. She and Ellis were already accustomed to these things, but her family had never seen these precious little things, as well as precious white flour and delicious snacks. These were all good things that money could not buy outside, so she had to take them all with her.
The joy on Beatrice's face was almost overflowing from her eyes and mouth. She was determined to seize this opportunity and let the witch realize that she was very useful and much more reliable than that annoying vampire.
Watching them packing their bags and chatting and laughing, Cecilia couldn't help but envy the youthful energy of these young people. She was also so energetic when she was young, full of curiosity about the outside world. At that time, she was in love with the father of her children and had never thought that after leaving home for decades, she would never have the chance to return.
Cecilia's face was filled with loneliness when she thought of this. Her parents had long since passed away, but she still had one relative, her aunt Addie, who was kind and cheerful and cared deeply for her. She wondered how she was doing now.
Perhaps, for the rest of her life, she can only reminisce about her hometown in her dreams.
*
Originally, Shen Jiang had planned to walk everyone away, but she had run out of silver dragon scales that could be used for teleportation. Godwin had mentioned the preciousness of dragon scales, and she was too embarrassed to ask the silver dragon for them.
But Shen Jiang soon discovered that she had been worrying too much. Priest's wealth was far beyond her imagination.
"You may not have a comprehensive understanding of me, ma'am." Priest's face was filled with arrogance that was obvious and deserved a beating. "I am the son of the blood clan. Our family has accumulated wealth for thousands of years. You want me to accompany you step by step to the Rose Empire? I think it may be poverty that limits your imagination."
Shen Jiang said impatiently: "Speak human language."
"If you're willing to trade potions for it, I can provide you with a scroll of magical teleportation."
Shen Jiang became interested: "Is it the kind that can take us directly to any place?"
Just like silver dragon scales.
Priest choked. "Although it's not a rare commodity, the magic teleportation scroll I have is of good quality. It can send you to the First Empire, which is the nearest teleportation point from here."
Cecilia's breath stopped. The First Empire?
Priest gave her a strange look, somewhat puzzled by her sudden and abnormal rise in body temperature.
Shen Jiang rubbed his chin, thinking: "That's alright, at least it can save a lot of time. How many scrolls are needed to get from the First Empire to the Rose Empire?"
It would probably take the group several days just to get out of this mountain. Of course, they would use magic if they could.
"There are corresponding teleportation magic circles between empires. It only costs 500 silver coins to go to the Rose Empire. It's cheaper than using magic scrolls." Priest said proudly.
"Okay then, give each of us two magic scrolls first."
Priest didn't expect that this unprepossessing black witch would be so arrogant, and he immediately laughed out of anger. He would not give her the precious teleportation scroll for free. You know, it costs hundreds of magic stones to make this thing, and even nobles may not be able to afford one at a time.
What's more, there are four of them, so there are a total of 8 magic scrolls!
"One magic scroll must be exchanged for three potions." Priest the Lion opened his mouth wide, ready to make a fortune from his contractor.
When he discussed the price with the black witch before, he said that a potion would cost 20 crystal coins. In fact, a magic scroll was about the same price.
The price he quoted now is unscrupulous and he feels at ease.
Cecilia and the others took a deep breath when they heard this.
This is too expensive.
Unexpectedly, Shen Jiang nodded and said, "No problem. Give everyone a magic scroll first, and I'll give it to you when I make the potion."
For her, refining the magic potion only took a little time and cost nothing, but this magic scroll was a faster and more convenient means of transportation than an airplane, so she was happy to spend the money.
Priest didn't expect her to agree so readily, and he stopped laughing.
Why did he feel so uncomfortable now? So uncomfortable that he even felt that he had not gained any advantage at all, but was the one who suffered a loss.
Seeing that everyone was about to leave, Cecilia knew she would miss another opportunity if she didn't speak up. She immediately gave up her shyness and took a deep breath. "Mistress Witch, can you take me with you? The First Empire is my hometown, and I haven't been back in 23 years. After visiting my family, I can go collect herbs with Beatrice."
Shen Jiang readily agreed. She turned to the depressed vampire and said, "Priest, bring out another magic teleportation scroll."
Priest: “…”
He couldn't laugh, absolutely couldn't laugh. The happier the black witch was, the more he felt like he had suffered a great loss.
Damn it, I should have asked for five potions.
*
Magic scrolls are written by powerful magicians using magic potions, stroke by stroke. They contain powerful magical energy and are divided into teleportation scrolls, protection scrolls, healing scrolls, etc. according to their different functions.
Although Ellis and others have no talent for magic, the magic scroll was originally made as a prop for some nobles who have no magic power. Therefore, the process of using it is extremely simple. They only need to tear open the magic teleportation scroll, and the magic in the scroll will automatically take effect and send them to the nearest teleportation array.
Shen Jiang imitated Priest and tore open the scroll. Soon, an indescribable strange feeling came to her from all directions. Unlike the Silver Dragon Scale, which was teleported in the blink of an eye, Shen Jiang clearly felt that she was trapped in darkness. This darkness was somewhat similar to the one she felt in the golden gate, but it lasted for a shorter time.
About three minutes later, Shen Jiang found herself in a bustling town that she was completely unfamiliar with.
This should be the center of the First Empire mentioned by Priest - Duogang City.
Compared to the Rose Empire she had visited, the prosperity here was simply not on the same level, from the people's clothing to the magnificent buildings made of tall rocks.
But Shen Jiang had no time to appreciate these things at the moment, because her appearance had already attracted the attention of all passers-by.
Many people around immediately stopped and pointed at her and whispered to each other from a distance.
"That person seems to be a black witch!"
"She's dressed so strangely."
"Should we report this to the patrolling knights? They just passed by not long ago."
Shen Jiang: ...Damn, isn't the hunt for black witches popular here? Why are black witches so hated by both humans and gods wherever they are?
But fortunately, before the knights arrived, Priest took the lead and covered Shen Jiang with a cloak with a wide hood, and whispered, "Hurry and go."
Shen Jiang: "But Beatrice and the others haven't arrived yet."
"Let's leave here first, and then find a way to reunite."
Priest arrived earlier than Shen Jiang. He was used to using the magic scroll first, and then making a perfect change of clothes in that short period of darkness. He put on a very exquisite mask on his face.
Shen Jiang didn't hesitate and immediately followed Priest into a small alley.
The knight patrol arrived quickly after hearing the news, but beside the fountain of the teleportation array, they saw only two orcs who had no magic power at all, and no trace of the black witch at all.
"Where are your passes?"
The Knight Commander immediately rushed forward with sword in hand.
As soon as Ellis and Beatrice landed, before they could even see where they were, they were questioned with a sword pointed at their noses. The person questioning them was a head taller than them and looked down at them condescendingly.
The brother and sister had never seen such a scene before and were so shocked that they were speechless.
"Catch them!" The Knight Commander gave the order without hesitation.
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