Chapter 501 - 470: Time to Dress the Artillery Emperor
The Flying docked, dropping off the observer.
Anlicia patted Catherine on the shoulder and laughed, "Miss Catherine, have you ever gone shopping in Farolan?"
Catherine shook her head, "No."
Anlicia hooked her arm excitedly, "Let’s go, I’ll take you shopping, and you can help me pick out an outfit as cool as yours."
Catherine shook her head, "I need to read, let Selvia accompany you."
Anlicia tilted her head, snorting, "What does the Little Nun know?"
Selvia frowned, "Even if you begged me, I wouldn’t go with you!" She turned and went to the cabin to find Deirdre for some fun.
Catherine sighed, "Fine, fine, I’ll reluctantly go with you. Why do you need new clothes anyway?"
Anlicia laughed, "I’m going to be the Deputy City Lord; I have to look dignified and imposing, yet elegant and noble!"
—Ah pooh! Da Fei couldn’t help but spray his drink! Talking about reluctantly becoming Deputy City Lord, I think she’s more eager than anyone else!
Catherine chuckled, "That’s easy, I’m good at this!"
The two laughed, arms linked, as they headed straight to the Teleportation Array. With two flashes of white light, they disappeared, leaving Da Fei dumbfounded!
What the heck! What performance are you putting on now? Completely ignoring my presence!
Ugh, damn it, my harem is not harmonious; they’ve split into factions! One faction is the angel and demon faction of the Nun and Deirdre, and the other is the fun-loving group of Anlicia and Catherine!
Ever since the last time in the North Sea when I wanted to give the Sea Soul Staff to Anlicia, Selvia, for some unknown reason, stubbornly refused to let go. After much persuasion and a 30-point loyalty penalty, she finally let Anlicia use it for a bit. Then I hurriedly reequipped it to Selvia. But it seems that after this equipment dispute, the two of them barely talk anymore! It feels like I’m carrying two taciturn inn heroes around. That’s why I carelessly let Anlicia become Captain, and now I recall how problematic Anlicia’s personality is!
Speaking of the relationship between Selvia and Deirdre, there’s nothing to say. Since the monastery, Deirdre’s recognized Selvia as her master, and their relationship hasn’t changed even after becoming heroes. As for the two from the fun-loving group, I’m speechless. Anlicia directly threatened me that if I didn’t help Catherine find her father, she’d turn against me! Oh, my God! But it’s okay, as long as you all wear bikinis, I won’t be upset.
Forget it, let’s not be worked up over these women; focus on business.
Da Fei began to take out the spoils from this battle, the mysterious map book. It’s not equipment but might be more valuable than any equipment!
But when Da Fei opened it, he found only darkness! Where’s the map? Could it be encrypted?
In any case, ask someone knowledgeable. Da Fei thought of Deirdre, who, when she first came to the Pool of Radiance, was considered a strategist.
Da Fei went to the Flying’s gun cabin, where a long-lost lively feeling greeted him! The Cannon Emperors were on the crossbows, playing around in various poses, making Da Fei’s head swirl and blood boil! This is my true Demon King Palace! Wahahaha!
At this moment, Selvia was talking to Deirdre; seeing Da Fei come back, Deirdre greeted him with a smile, "Master, has Mr. Mage mentioned anything about the alchemy laboratory being ready? I’m about to start making ammunition."
Da Fei coughed lightly and laughed, "For some reason, Mr. Mage hasn’t shown up all day, so let’s wait a bit. If it doesn’t work out, you can start without him, Master has plenty of money, and it won’t hurt to use some materials."
Deirdre shook her head, "It’s not about the money; these materials aren’t usually available, so I can’t waste them lightly!"
Ah, truly a good housekeeper! Unlike those two who only eat, drink, and have fun! Ah, wait, where did they get the money to buy clothes and play around? I didn’t give them any money! But one is a rich pirate’s daughter, and the other is a descendant of a kingdom’s hero, so I guess they’re not short of money?
Ah, the background of an epic hero is indeed important, unlike inn heroes, who are definitely penniless when recruited, with no private fortune stash.
Da Fei took out the map book and asked, "Why can’t I see this map?"
Deirdre frowned, "Master, this map has been encrypted by high-level military personnel from the Demon Race; regular people can’t read it."
Sure enough, it seems only Makar can do it; as a God-level Mage, he could definitely decrypt it, right? Not to mention his dual identity as a Death Lord, he might have some channels in the Demon Race.
At this time, Selvia stepped forward seriously, "Captain, I have something important to discuss with you!"
Hey, hey! Don’t tell me it’s badmouthing those two; I don’t want to hear it!
Da Fei just chuckled awkwardly, "Go ahead."
Selvia said solemnly, "I also need to purchase a lot of clothing to equip these Cannon Emperor troops. Their current state is improper and affects their combat and defensive power. I’ve mentioned this a long time ago, haven’t I?"
—Ah pooh! Improper! Da Fei almost spat out his blood!
Back when the first young Banshee appeared, Catherine’s first reaction was, "So cute," but her first reaction was, "Why isn’t it wearing clothes?" Who knew she’d remember and care so much years later? Or did today’s shopping for clothes spark her memories, making her determined to do it?
No way! My beloved Cannon Emperors, how can you wear clothes?
Deirdre also laughed, "Yes, Lord Selvia just brought it up. I think it makes sense. I can anytime advance my Master Level Armed Forces Skill. It won’t burden you with more Skill Points."
Da Fei shook his head and smiled bitterly. Speaking of, when I encountered the South Korean women with batons in the competition, I realized the vulnerability of elite troops, and I realized I should equip the troops. So, it might be an opportunity today to get it done.
Speaking of which, ever since we set sail and let Deirdre sell a batch of goods, pushing her to level 41, I haven’t really managed her. Of course, I can’t! Although she’s the Vice Hero, she grows on her own. I can’t even allocate points for her, which is more frustrating than Anlicia, at least I can allocate points for her! Ah, epic heroes are never normal.
Da Fei checked on Deirdre’s state after a long break:
—Deirdre: The mysterious Banshee seeking the Hero’s Road.
Hero Skills: Flying Creature, Charm Master, Chain Shooting, Transformation Skill, Banshee Training Master.
Profession: Master-level Artillery Master, increases Crossbow Cannon damage by 100%, 1 Attack point and one free attribute point per hero level.
Hero Specialty: Banshee Leader. For every two hero levels up, Banshee Army gets 1 point each in Attack and Defense. Also has the ability to train Banshees.
Professional Skills: Iron Maiden, Ballistics, Rapid Fire Skill, Smoke Bomb, Incendiary Bomb, Poison Gas Bomb.
Hero Skills: Master War Machine Science (Crossbow Master, Triple Crossbow), Master Level Archery, Master-level Dark Magic (Curse Master, Mind Master, Pain Master), Master-level Leadership Skill, Basic Negotiation Skill.
Level: 41.
Command Power: 281 (Basic Command Power 121, Master Leadership Skill Bonus 50%, Lieutenant Rank +100).
Attack: 61.
Defense: 42.
Magic Power: 10.
Knowledge: 10.
Damage: 25-39.
Life: 455.
Magic Resistance: 50%.
Fire Resistance: 75%.
Attack Speed: 11.
(Remaining Skill Points 6).
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What the heck! Look at this large array of hero skills she’s learned by herself; Da Fei was shocked! So many overlap with mine! Oh well, oh well, Vice Heroes often have to manage things independently.
Once she learns the Master Level Armed Forces Skill, her troops will get 5 additional equipment slots, allowing them to equip armor or weapons. However, troop equipment is very different from what players equip. For balance reasons, gear that players wear would have its attributes reduced to a tenth when worn by troop units. There’s designated troop equipment in the game, as previously mentioned.
Da Fei laughed, "No problem, so what do you plan on equipping them with, Selvia? Troop equipment isn’t ordinary."
Selvia was serious, "Saint Paul’s St. Maria Magic Pattern Store specializes in producing and selling Magic Pattern Cloth and Mage Robes, which also supplies high-end robes for Monastery Nuns. I know someone there who can help with the supply!"
Da Fei’s eyebrow twitched! Da Fei seriously asked, "Is it troop equipment?"
Selvia nodded, "Of course, as long as it’s cloth armor or robes, any type of equipment will do! However, the acquaintance I know makes top-end ones. But it’ll require a lot of money!"
Da Fei suddenly realized! This is Selvia revealing her social circle for the first time. Does this count as successfully developing her virgin territory? Yet, why do you immediately jump to the highest-end?
Okay! I love the high-end, isn’t it just money? However, it’s money that’s bothering me now!
Just then, a faint voice was heard outside the cabin, "Is Lord here?"
Da Fei’s eyebrow twitched, it’s Sain! Wahahaha! Finally, they’re here. I was worried about the money, now I can show them my good stuff, and it’s my turn to earn money from the Seven Cities Alliance!
Hmm! Wait, I don’t know what this material is worth! Right, Deirdre has Basic Negotiation Skill, so I’ll bring her up for the negotiation. Being from the Demon Race, she should know the value of this Demon Eye skin.
So, Da Fei hurriedly brought Deirdre to meet Sain, chuckling, "Mr. Sain, you aren’t being efficient this time!"
Sain appeared somber, and after a long silence, he bowed deeply, "I’m sorry, Lord, your order wasn’t approved. I did my utmost, but to no avail."
Da Fei froze, "Why? Too high-end for the factory? Then I’ll buy more low-end stuff. Surely it’s okay once the order value is high enough?"
Sain shook his head, sighing, "I’m sorry, this is our final transaction. I can’t discuss the reasons, but I apologize again!"
What? Not even a trade? Reasons that can’t be disclosed?
Da Fei suddenly realized, it must be because my God-level Luck counters the Heavenly Destiny, and they can’t draw my Power of Prayer, so they don’t want to trade with me anymore! Likely! According to the Gambling God’s theory, "If I’m not unlucky, they’ll be," so if they can’t draw from me, they get unlucky, hence no trades at all!
But seriously, no trades? How about regular ones?
To confirm his thought, Da Fei asked, "Mr. Sain, I’ve got some good goods, would you like to take a look?"
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