Chapter 247 Assignment (Two chapters in one)
"Last night, both the counties of Mayest and Rossby were attacked, and it is said that there were heavy casualties!"
"What!" Ryan couldn't help but look horrified!
His family is all in Mayest.
"What is the specific situation? Was the county town attacked or was it the town under its jurisdiction?" Ryan asked hurriedly.
"This... is not clear yet." Evelyn shook her head.
She was worried because the information was too vague.
"However, the general education course originally scheduled for the morning has been changed to the latest situation report." Evelyn continued.
"Then what are you waiting for, let's go, Evelyn, let's go and listen to the latest news first." Ryan's face condensed and said.
After all, guessing blindly, the more you guess, the more panic you will get.
When the two came to the new training hall, including Veronica, basically everyone was there.
And from the serious faces and whispers of everyone, they also got the news.
Without letting everyone wait too long, a middle-aged man in a school officer's uniform, accompanied by Melanie, the deputy minister of the Ministry of Assistance and Promotion, walked into the hall.
Suddenly, the whole hall fell silent.
The middle-aged man was clean-shaven, with a somewhat elegant temperament and delicate skin. The epaulettes on his shoulders were a pair of golden branches and leaves, plus a crescent-shaped golden emblem.
According to Ryan's understanding of the imperial military ranks, he could tell at a glance that the other party was an imperial colonel.
But judging from the other party's frivolous steps just now, he did not look like a combatant.
After a brief self-introduction, Ryan's guess was confirmed that the colonel named Belmont was a senior staff officer of the Imperial Army.
The first sentence of the other party's latest intelligence made the sword-bearing newcomers present, whose tolerance was far beyond that of ordinary people, exclaim one after another.
"Last night, several provinces, including the provinces of Waze, Nome, and Valdiller near the province of Munster, were attacked to varying degrees, with heavy casualties." Staff Officer Belmont said solemnly.
"What!" a new sword-wielding man exclaimed.
"So many places have been attacked?"
"Is it the Eagle Federation?"
"Otherwise, what force has this ability?"
"."
The hall was like a boiling oil pan, and it was noisy in an instant!
Ryan's face also became solemn. This situation was much more serious than what Evelyn had just said.
And the ability to launch attacks in so many provinces of the empire, this force is definitely not ordinary!
Who is the attacker or the mastermind behind the scenes?
"Staff Officer Belmont, who is the attacker?" Vieri raised his hand and asked anxiously.
This question is also what most people present want to ask.
The hall suddenly became quiet.
Everyone's eyes instantly focused on Staff Officer Belmont. "According to
the information we have received so far, the attackers include but are not limited to the Black Flame Cult, the Limb Reattachment Cult, the Poseidon Cult, the Secret Snake Cult and other cults. In addition, some rare races are also involved."
"However, according to our staff office, the participation of these rare races should also be caused by these cults." Belmont raised a stack of information in his hand and said seriously.
As soon as Belmont finished speaking, the crowd became noisy again!
"Is it a conspiracy behind the joint efforts of multiple cults?"
"The cults are too bold!"
"."
Ryan raised his eyebrows and looked surprised.
Cult?
He really didn't expect that such a large-scale attack was caused by cults behind the scenes!
But
if there were so many cults together, it would not be surprising.
"Is there no participation from the Eagle Federation?" Angus asked at this time.
Staff Officer Belmont shook his head and said, "On the surface, we have not found any signs of the Eagle Federation's involvement."
"Staff Officer Belmont, where were the specific locations of the attacks in Mayest County and Rossby County?" Evelyn raised her hand and asked, "And what about the rare races that the staff officer just mentioned?"
This question was also of concern to everyone, and the scene became quiet again.
"Several towns in Mayest County, including the fishing port town, Albero town, Monem town, and Shining Gold Town, were attacked, while in Rossby County, many towns including the fishing port town of Larchmond were attacked."
"The casualties are still being counted, but it is clear that the casualties are very heavy."
When he heard that they were all small towns, Ryan breathed a sigh of relief!
But Ryan soon reacted.
Fishing port town?
Shining Gold Town?
Immediately, Ryan frowned!
He knew many people in these two towns. There are even more in
the Lehman Brothers of the Fishing Port Town , such as George, the Sheriff Hamilton, and the old captain of the Night Watch, Willen, etc. Suddenly, vivid characters emerged from Ryan's mind. At this time, Belmont continued to answer: "As for the rare species, according to the current information, it is clear that according to the scales left on the ground in the Meister Fishing Port Town and Larchmond Fishing Port, it should be a creature from ancient times, the Blood Curse Naga!" "Logically speaking, this Naga clan should have disappeared in the vast river of history."
"But I don't know what method the Poseidon Cult used to drive them to attack the coast of the empire."
"We guess that the Poseidon Cult may have found the remaining tribesmen of the other side in the deep sea, or the Poseidon Cult may have borrowed the power of a certain evil god."
"The Nagas of this blood curse clan are different from other Nagas. They are more cruel and bloodthirsty. They like to attack humans and perform blood sacrifices."
"The adult male individuals of the blood curse Nagas can reach the strength of human knights. As a matriarchal clan, the combat power of female Nagas is even more amazing. Adults are all formal wizards."
Adults are great knights?
As fierce as the ancient trolls!
The "Ancient Races: Trolls" that Ryan read recorded the strength of the adult ancient trolls.
Female blood curse Nagas are more powerful, and they are formal wizards when they grow up?
It is really a race favored by the gods. Ryan couldn't help but sigh in his heart.
If he didn't have a system, he wouldn't know when he would become a great knight, let alone a formal wizard!
"In addition, in the ruins of some houses in Larchmond Fishing Port, the Imperial scouts found giant humanoid footprints that were more than 1.5 meters long and about 80 centimeters wide. According to our judgment, this should be a sea giant." Staff Officer Belmont continued.
Sea giant?
Ryan raised his eyebrows.
Recently, various ancient or rare races seem to have sprung up like mushrooms after rain.
It's a troubled time!
"But we don't know which clan this sea giant is from. The sea giant clan closest to the empire is the Raging Giant. That's why we believe that the Poseidon Cult must be behind this."
"Sea giants and Nagas are natural enemies, and the probability of both attacking the empire at the same time is too low." "
In addition, the ancient Nagas have the ability to summon marine creatures to assist in combat. At this moment, the seashores of the counties of Munster are full of vassal clans such as gray-finned fishmen, black-gilled fishmen, blue-gilled deep-sea fishmen, and giant claw lobstermen."
"Cursed, the imperial army stationed in the province of Munster has begun to contact the other side and has launched a fierce battle."
"Staff Officer Belmont, what about the movements of the Imperial Navy?" Veronica asked anxiously after hearing that the attackers along the coast were the Poseidon Cult and the Blood Curse Nagas.
Ryan knew that the twin-tailed girl should be worried about her familiar mentor Master Enius and Major Marika.
"The Imperial Navy is fighting with several giant sea beasts. The specific situation is top secret because it involves the mobilization of the Imperial Navy. I am not very clear about it." Staff Officer Belmont shook his head.
Not long after, Staff Officer Belmont finished introducing the latest situation and left the newcomer hall.
Although Ryan still had many questions in his mind.
For example, what about the high-end combat power of the Empire?
Is there a higher level of game?
In addition, such a big thing happened, didn't the intelligence department know? Or was it the evil gods who were directly communicating and promoting this incident?
At this time, Melanie, the deputy minister of the Ministry of Assistance and Promotion, stepped forward and announced the latest notice of the Sword Bearer Division:
"Everyone, according to the order of the superiors, special training is suspended. All new Sword Bearers will be uniformly arranged to participate in the security of various districts in Munster."
As soon as Melanie finished speaking, many people below immediately questioned:
"Sir Melanie, why don't you let us go to the front line?"
"Yes, my parents are still in Rossby County."
"Everyone, please be quiet!" Melanie's pretty face was serious, and she said: "This is an order from above. If everyone does not obey the command and only cares about rescuing their own families, then is there any meaning for the organization to exist?"
"I can understand your feelings. The Empire has sent a rescue team as soon as possible, and the follow-up troops have also been mobilized."
"In addition, most of you do not have the ability to perform special tasks on the front line."
"Currently, the lowest mission on the front line is at the silver level."
"And using you for ordinary combat is too much of a waste of talent, so the higher-ups will consider letting you strengthen the vigilance of each district in Munster, that is, security consultants."
After hearing the latest intelligence, Ryan naturally wanted to return to Meister immediately and take his family and Jennifer to the safer Munster.
But the problem now is that as a sword bearer, he needs to obey the unified arrangements of his superiors.
But
what he is thinking about now is another problem.
Just now, Melanie said that the front line is all silver-level missions.
If he can settle the three bronze medals in advance, he can also upgrade the badge authority to silver level, so that he can accept silver-level missions.
He can take the opportunity of going to Meister to return to Meister County City and settle his family in advance.
Half an hour later, Ryan came to the mission hall.
"Sir, your temporary mission has not yet ended, and the mission reward cannot be settled." The young staff member apologized.
"Is there no other way?"
"This. Sir, if you have special reasons, it is recommended to communicate with your superiors."
"Then can I accept other missions during my temporary mission?" Ryan asked again.
"No, sir, unless it is an assigned task, the priority will be higher than other tasks, otherwise, you can only complete one task at a time." The young staff member said apologetically.
She had just heard about some attacks in the province of Munster, and she also had relatives in those counties. At this moment, she could understand the worries of the young man in front of her.
But she didn't have any good solution.
Ryan came out of the mission hall, feeling a little depressed. He was actually willing to give up the task of serving for three bronze medals.
After all, medals and merit points can be earned in future missions.
But if his family is gone, then it's really gone!
But the problem is that if his temporary assignment is not settled, he will not be able to be promoted to the silver level, and will not be eligible to accept this Meister-related mission.
According to Ryan's previous plan,
he planned to upgrade his authority to the silver level first, and then he could apply to the Sword Bearer Branch and participate in the special operations on the front line.
But now,
just as Ryan returned to the room, there was a knock on the door.
Ryan opened the door and saw a guard at the door, saying respectfully:
"Lord Ryan, someone is visiting."
"It's a noble lord with a pass to the Sword Bearer Branch. At this moment, he is waiting for you in the small reception room of the administrative building of the branch."
"Huh?" Ryan frowned.
You know, ordinary barons and viscounts can't get a pass to the Sword Bearer Branch.
If it were Count Habsburg, he would have the qualifications to come into the branch.
But at this juncture, the other party is unlikely to leave Meister, after all, such a big thing has happened.
Who could it be?
With doubts, Ryan came to the small reception room of the administrative building.
A middle-aged man with a mustache and wearing a black hunting suit with gold trim was sitting on the right side of the reception room with a serious face. The steaming Yoton black tea beside him remained untouched, as if he was worried.
"Special Envoy!" Ryan opened his eyes and said in surprise.
Seeing Ryan's arrival, Javier forced a smile on his face.
"Baron Ryan, we meet again."
"Sir, hello, long time no see." Ryan bowed slightly.
Of course, he had an impression of this lord. Before participating in the noble canonization assessment, he met this envoy named Javier Stewart in the other party's carriage.
At that time, he had not passed the canonization assessment, but the other party's gentle attitude made a deep impression on Ryan.
Later, Ryan asked a little and learned that this person was a big shot of the Munster Canonization Assessment Committee, and it was said that he was sent to the Munster Province by the Imperial Capital.
No wonder the other party could easily enter the Munster Sword Bearer Branch.
"Please take a seat, Baron Ryan."
"Baron Ryan, since time is urgent, I will get straight to the point. I would like to ask you to carry out a rescue mission."
"Mission?" Ryan was startled, and then he looked up with a little surprise and looked at Javier in front of him.
He was confused as to why this special envoy would find him?
Javier seemed to understand Ryan's expression and explained, "Are you confused as to why, as a senior noble, I don't look for the family knights?"
"It's very simple. I am not from the province of Munster. The two family knights who originally brought Munster from the imperial capital are now missing near the fishing port town of Meister with my little daughter Alyosha."
"It's too late to contact the imperial capital family now."
"As for why you don't look for the sword bearers?"
"Under the emergency mobilization order, all sword bearers have already been assigned tasks, except for you newcomers." Javier paused.
After listening to Javier's words, Ryan basically understood why the other party came to him.
It's very simple.
Under the two restrictions mentioned by the other party, as the strongest of the new sword bearers, I am likely to be the best candidate that Javier can find.
There may be strong ones, but it is rare to be reliable at the same time.
In addition, Javier should have read my resume before looking for me.
I have served as a governor and a sheriff in the fishing port town, and I am familiar with the local situation, which is extremely important when searching for people.
Under various conditions, the other party found me.
But I am not without a mission now.
In addition,
"Special Envoy, I..." Just as Ryan opened his mouth, Javier waved his hand.
He only heard him continue: "Baron Ryan, please listen to me finish the conditions, and then you decide, okay?"
"Of course, please go ahead." Ryan nodded.
He was also very curious about why Javier said the next thing.
Because he, like other new sword bearers, is responsible for the security and vigilance of various districts in Munster.
Can Javier help him coordinate?
If he can, then he will have to reconsider the power of this special envoy.
"Baron Ryan, I know that your parents and sister are all in Meister County City and have not moved to Munster with you."
"If you are willing to take on the task of rescuing my little daughter Alyosha, I will arrange a team of family cavalry to help you handle it immediately."
"Now in the whole of Munster, the hiring price of mercenaries has skyrocketed, but reliability is a big problem. It is difficult to tell whether there are cultists among them."
Hmm?
Ryan's eyes lit up slightly when he heard it.
This Lord Javier is indeed not simple. He actually intends to convince himself from this angle.
"In addition, if Baron Ryan agrees, this rescue will be in the form of an assigned task, and the Sword Bearer Branch will designate you, Baron Ryan, to complete it."
"The reward for completing the task is two silver medals plus 1,500 merit points, a fixed reward. This is also the highest reward amount that the Sword Bearer Branch can agree to after I communicated with it."
Hearing this, Ryan knew that he had been persuaded by Javier in front of him.
The other party took into account the worry of his family being in Meister County City.
The sword bearer divided the group, and the other party came forward to communicate and coordinate.
Although this assigned task was somewhat dangerous, the reward was also extremely high.
If the other Sword Bearers were not busy with the war, I am afraid that such a generous mission reward would be taken away as soon as it appeared.
"My Lord, my current mission"
"Don't worry, I will communicate with the Sword Bearers Branch and the Munster Administrative Office on this point, and your mission can be completed in advance. I heard about your performance in handling the emergency in the trade zone this time."
Ryan raised his eyebrows.
Hmm?
That's great!
"My Lord, I think I can go at any time. However, as for the relevant situation..."
Seeing Ryan agreed, Javier was relieved and his face was finally not so ugly.
"Baron Ryan, the person you rescued this time is my little daughter Alyosha."
"She has been interested in pharmacy since she was a child, and is now a formal researcher of the Royal Pharmacist Association. This time, she came to the waters near Munster for personal reasons, looking for a relatively rare raw material for medicine-the fish oil of giant stone scale fish."
"This fish occasionally appears in the waters of the two counties of Mayest and Rossby."
Hearing this, Ryan already understood the general reason.
"Originally, when I received the news that Meister was attacked last night, I was very worried, but the communication stone that Alyosha left with me at that time did not change."
"But just two hours ago, her communication stone shattered. I knew she must have encountered a danger that was difficult to resolve. I guess Alyosha may have encountered the Blood Cursed Naga!"
"If it is an ordinary danger, the two family knights beside her are both at the peak of the knight's strength, so it shouldn't be a big problem."
"But if it is a Blood Cursed Naga, I am afraid these two family knights of mine will not be able to resist!"
"Mr. Envoy, if your little daughter really encountered the Blood Cursed Naga, then even if I rush over now, I am afraid it will be too late, right?" Ryan asked in confusion.
"There is one thing, Baron Ryan, you may not know, that is, the Blood Curse Naga will try to leave as many enemies alive as possible for blood sacrifice."
"In addition, Alyosha has several witchcraft scrolls, including two 'Invisibility' scrolls."
"So, this is why I think that even if Alyosha encounters the Blood Curse Naga, even if she is defeated, she should still be alive for a short period of time."
"But if this time is too long, I'm afraid..."
Hearing this, Ryan had no problem, and nodded immediately, saying: "Special Envoy, then I will set off now!"
"Okay! Baron Ryan, I have arranged two 'Lock Horses' with good endurance."
Lock Horse?
It should be worse than his black horse.
After all, his black horse is already very close to a ferocious beast, and all aspects, including endurance, are better than ordinary Lock Horses.
"It shouldn't be necessary, Special Envoy, my mount should be faster than your Lock Horse."
"That's great! In addition, if..." Javier seemed to think of something, his face darkened.
"Don't worry, envoy, the goddess of luck will bless Alyosha!" Ryan waved his hand and interrupted Javier.
After leaving the reception room, Ryan returned to his room first and quickly put on the knight's plate armor.
In addition, in terms of weapons, in addition to the regular pig-headed hammer and the glimmering giant sword, Ryan also brought the war bow, dagger, etc.
And
after changing his job to "Breaking Bad", two bottles of special poison made according to the "Maxwell's Rare Poison Making Secret Scroll"!
Unlike ordinary people.
Facing the powerful ancient race such as the Blood Curse Naga that he might encounter, Ryan did not feel any fear or fear.
Instead, he was a little eager to try!
On the one hand, it was because he had just successfully changed his job to Beast Sacrifice (Legendary) and needed some battles to verify the combat effectiveness of the new legendary profession.
On the other hand, it was because only through fighting could Ryan obtain the system's experience rewards and thus improve his professional level!
Moreover, after this period of training in the Sword Bearer Division, Ryan's strength has been steadily improving!
At present, his second-order limit-breaking value has reached 24%, and he is not far from becoming a senior knight
. After preparing his weapons, Ryan left the Sword Bearer Branch.
He had to go to Jenny's new residence first to bring his three pets, Cookie, Blood Feather and Black Horse.
Jenny and Agatha's newly purchased villa in the administrative district is not far away.
On the boulevard, at the gate of the Sword Bearer Branch.
A mobile vendor selling pies not far away turned around and released a pigeon from the wooden box behind him when he saw Ryan walk out of the gate of the Sword Bearer Branch.
A few minutes later, Hamis at the Münster Axen Auction House received the pigeon.
After reading the content of the note, a smile finally appeared on his sinister face!
He was heard talking to himself with gnashing teeth:
"Ryan, I finally got you out!"
"You damned fellow! If it weren't for Lord Horton's prophecy, I would still be kept in the dark by you!"
"As an imperial sword bearer, where is your integrity?"
"Damn it! My feeling was right before!"
"The ancient troll fangs finally disappeared in your room!"
Hamis felt veins popping up on his forehead when he thought of Ryan's clear eyes and his answer without hesitation last time!
(End of this chapter)
Continue read on readnovelmtl.com
