"It's just too deceitful!!"

The middle-aged alchemist turned his head to look at the fortress not far away, and spat viciously, then he turned his head away with a look of disgust. It's as if it's not a mighty fortress, but a disgusting piece of shit.

"What's next? My lord? Those bastards don't know what to do! How barbaric and uneducated they dare to treat us like this!! My lord, we can't just leave it at that, being so wantonly insulted and threatened by a small mercenary guild, I think we have to respond!! Let them know how good we are!! Otherwise, how will our Alchemist Association gain a foothold on the mainland in the future!! ”

Looking at the middle-aged man in front of him, several other alchemists also showed indignant expressions, as elite talents in the Alchemist Association, they were held in the palm of their hands in awe wherever they went. It is true that the alchemists themselves do not have much combat power, but their use of alchemical equipment and potions is beyond the reach of others. This is also the point that alchemists are most proud of and proud of, and because of this, many alchemists mostly look down on mercenaries and mages who rely on their talents. In their minds, both are nothing more than despicable and shameless thieves, and if they do not have talent and strength, then they are nothing. But alchemists are different, they don't need talent, they don't need muscles, they rely on the strength they get from their own intelligence, and that's why. Many alchemists are subconsciously feeling that they are superior, and now. They were actually threatened by a group of mercenaries in such a face-to-face, which is a great shame for these elites!!

When Rod's murderous intent permeated, these alchemists did feel a visceral fear, and at that moment, it was as if the scythe of death was dancing behind their necks, and a single mistake would have separated them from each other and never seen each other again. And because of that. Faced with Rod's threat, these alchemists had to rein in their temper......... But they themselves will never admit it.

"That is, if it weren't for our alchemist's unwillingness to deal with barbarians like him, how would he dare to drive us out? We can't be too civilized to deal with this kind of person, everyone, the big fist is the boss. Let that arrogant young man see how good we are!! ”

"That's right, that's right, it doesn't make sense to deal with barbarians, we have to let them know how powerful we are!"

"Alright, alright."

Listening to the people around him, the middle-aged man waved his hand and motioned for them to shut up. Then he lowered his face and stared gloomily at the ground in front of him, and after a long time, he snorted coldly.

"Since the other party toasts and doesn't eat and drink, then we won't give them face anymore. You're right. We alchemists are not like savage and rough mercenaries, but. We have our own way........." The man sneered as he spoke, and then he turned to look at the mercenary beside him.

"Has the egret entered the fortress?"

"Yes, my lord, we got in touch just now, the egret has infiltrated the fortress and has not been discovered by those mercenaries, and now they are looking for an opportunity outside the alchemy workshop. I heard that the president of the mercenary guild has strengthened the security work of the alchemy workshop after we left, and now we can see a lot of mercenaries there, I'm afraid it will be difficult for us to rush in and rob people. ”

"Hmph, a mercenary organization in the countryside is still engaged in an alchemy workshop, which is simply ridiculous and generous. Let them continue to monitor ..............." Saying this, the middle-aged man suddenly showed a strange smile. "By the way, tell them to carry out the second plan."

"It's impossible!"

Dassos threw the list in his hand on the table with a "snap", looked at Rhodes in front of him with a serious face, he spread his hands, and his old face like tree bark was full of deep furrows because of strong dissatisfaction at the moment. In the face of Dathos's roar, Rhodes didn't even raise his eyelids, but Labis next to him was half frightened.

It's no wonder that Dassos was so angry, when Rhodes said that he wanted them to pay, the old man thought it was just to spend a little more money, which was nothing to an alchemist. But when Rod brought the long list to Dassos, even with Dexos's good cultivation, he could only slam the table and scold his mother.

"Mr. Rhodes, you're just making trouble!! There are so many alchemy materials, and there are many valuable things among them, and our Alchemist Association can't get these things at all! I'm sorry, but we will never agree to your request!! ”

It's no wonder that Dassos is so angry at the moment, because the list that Rhodes took out is not all ordinary alchemy materials, from devil grass to magic crystals, plus angel tree hearts and shadow cores, etc., etc., are all extremely high-priced alchemy materials, many of which are even priceless, and they can't be bought in the market at all. But now, this young man is so big that he wants dozens of kinds, and each of them requires a whole car!!

A car!!

He might as well grab it!!

To tell the truth, Dassos would rather Rhodes exchange these materials for money, and if it was equivalent money, then he would definitely not feel distressed at all. Although the strength of the Alchemist Association is not as strong as that of the Mercenary Association and the Church, relying on their outstanding alchemy skills and the violence of potions, it is not difficult for the Alchemist Association to collect money at all. If Rhodes asked for hundreds of thousands or even millions of gold coins, then Dassault would certainly not frown at all. But if he asked for alchemy materials worth hundreds of thousands to millions of gold coins, then no matter which alchemist, he would not agree. After all, collecting those precious alchemy materials is more difficult to get by than money.

"Don't be so excited, Master Dassault, you're old, and it's not good for your health to be too excited."

In response to Dassos's angry rebuttal, Rhodes still had a leisurely expression. He even had time to pick up the teacup and leisurely take a sip of the black tea in the cup. That's when he spoke. But in the face of Rod's comfort, Daxos shook his head with a grim face.

"Impossible, Mr. Rhodes, I repeat, the Alchemist Guild can't get so much material!"

"It's really surprising to me, there is an alchemist guild with branches all over the Dragon Soul Continent. Can't even get such a little material? ”

"You're ..................!"

Hearing this, Dassault Ston froze for a moment, and then he understood what Rod meant. Originally, the reason why Dassos dared to refuse so justifiably was because he really couldn't get these materials himself, although the Alchemist Association in the Principality of Moon was quite rich, but if it was really according to Rhodes's request, he couldn't get so many materials by selling Dassos. But now hear Rod's words. Only then did Dassos realize that from the beginning, this cunning young man had no intention of making himself pay for it, and he was simply eyeing the entire Alchemist Association!

But even so, these materials are also difficult for the Alchemist Guild to get their hands on.

"I know what you're thinking. Young people, but this is no less likely. You should know that the Alchemist Guild is always far away from Moon, and the materials you ask for are too precious. Let's be honest. I don't think it's always going to come up with these materials .................."

“……… In exchange for the life of your president? ”

Before Dassos could finish his words, he was taken leisurely by Rhodes. He put down the teacup in his hand and glanced at Dassos for a long time.

"It turns out that your president is not even worth this little money, so forget it. Master Dassault, we're done with this deal, and since your guild doesn't really value your president, I don't care about that. Considering that you have a reason, then I will not pursue the matter of your unauthorized invasion of the Starlight Guild Fortress, so let's stop here. ”

With that, Rhodes stood up and made a send-off gesture.

"This ..............."

Seeing Rod's movements, the old man, who was originally quite angry, had to pause slightly for a moment, originally the reason why he moved out of the guild was to borrow the strength of the Alchemist Association to give the young man in front of him a disadvantage, so that he could know what kind of organization he had offended. But now, this point has been taken over by Rhodes to blackmail himself, which makes D'Southon speechless——— as the president of the Alchemist Guild, the existence is naturally crucial. Otherwise, the association would not have sent an investigation team in such a short period of time. Dassault is also very clear that now within the association, all kinds of forces are vying for power, and they all hope to wake up the old president as soon as possible. And if they can get the first credit, then it will be very good for their future.

Dassos was not stupid either, and of course he knew what kind of uproar would be caused if the lion's open-mouthed request was known by the Alchemist Guild. But what can they do? There are no legendary powerhouses in the Alchemist Association who dare to come here to find a place, and the Sword Saints who don't see the Council of Light are all coming in and out of the Council of Light vertically, and now the Council of Light doesn't even dare to let out a fart, and can only protest against Lydia at the diplomatic level, but how can the Archangel take these guys in his eyes?

Even the Council of Light can't please him, so what can the Alchemist Guild do to him? Not to mention that in the fortress, Dassault also saw the logo of the Church, which also means that the partnership between the Church and Starlight is not just an empty rumor......... In the face of such a terrible monster that is intertwined by many powerful forces, even Dassault himself has no good way.

"You can't say that, Mr. Rhodes, you must understand our difficulties........."

"It's business, Master Dassault. You're an alchemist, but you should know that too. If your association can make the antidote itself, there is no need to come to us. But it's because you can't make it that you come to us, don't you? I think my conditions are very reasonable, and of course, maybe we can talk to each other about the specifics. ”

“…………………”

In the face of Rod's statement, Dassos was speechless, because what Rhodes said was the truth. This poison was so weird that many high-level alchemists racked their brains, and they couldn't even concoct a potion that could alleviate the effects of this poison. This is also the reason why the Alchemist Guild acted so quickly after finding out that Starlight had created this bottle of poison. Although at the moment, the old president is only in a coma all the time. And there is nothing unusual other than that, but everyone knows the way. If you continue like this, you can't eat, and you can only use potions to keep the elder alive, what will be the end?

It wasn't Rhodes who needed to hurry now, he could have waited leisurely, maybe until the old president died......... In this way, there is no doubt that he will offend the Alchemist Guild. But what can the Alchemist Guild do with him? Forbid to sell him alchemy potions? People themselves have a level so high. If he is still such a young alchemy master, why should he look at his own face? In addition, the royal family and the Shania family are also famous for their magic skills, since Marlene, the heir of the Shania family, can stay in the Starlight Guild, then it means that if Rod needs it, he can get magic equipment from the Shania family, so why care about the suppression of the Alchemist Association?

Thinking of this, Daxos couldn't help but sigh. Then he sat down and looked at the list in front of him.

Now it seems that there is no other way than to negotiate with Rod on this matter.

And just when Dassos and Rhodes were having "friendly talks", in the alchemy workshop, Christie and others. But it's a different scene.

"Ah............ It's so boring..............."

Anne straightened up, stretched, and then wiped the saliva from her mouth with sleepy eyes. Then Anne pursed her lips and turned her head to look at Christie and the little mermaid not far away. At this moment, the two of them were sitting at the table boringly, whispering what they were talking about——— or what they were saying. It was Christie who was talking alone, and the little mermaid couldn't speak at all. Both parties can only talk through hand gestures. At first, Anne also hoped to take this opportunity to have a good relationship with this cute little thing next to the leader, but what made her helpless was that the little mermaid was still so afraid of life, except for Rhodes and Christie, she hardly dared to approach anyone. This also made Anne feel powerless......... But for Anne, she's certainly not the kind of person who will sit still. At this moment, seeing that Christie and the little mermaid seemed to be a little bored, Anne's eyes suddenly flashed, and then she turned over and jumped.

"Christie, cutie, aren't you bored, do you want to go outside with Anne?"

"Going outside?"

Hearing Anne's suggestion, Christie also raised some interest, originally she was here to help Labis, but now, Labis was called away by the canary for some reason. Christie is the only one left here, and she really has nothing to do. However, the girl is docile by nature, and even if she feels a little bored, she still sits here obediently. Hearing Anne's suggestion at this moment, Christie couldn't help but feel a little moved.

"yes, little Christie, you see that little cutie has just been here, hasn't he? Wouldn't it be nice for us to take her out for a walk, to get acquainted with the fortress, and to be able to pass the time? ”

"This ........."

Hearing Anne's proposal, Christie glanced at the little mermaid beside her and couldn't help but feel a little moved. Truth be told, Christie also loves this very cute little girl floating in a water balloon. In particular, her unsuspecting closeness to herself seemed to make Christie feel like she had an extra sister. Moreover, Rhodes also asked Christie to take care of the light snow. It also gives Christie a little more responsibility. If Anne had suggested going out, Christie might have been a little hesitant. But since it was in the fortress and Anne was by her side, the girl had no worries, and nodded quickly.

"All right, Sister Anne."

"Let's go!"

Hearing Christie's relenting agreement, Anne immediately smiled, and then she turned over and jumped up, rushing to the side of the two, and seeing Anne, the little mermaid's cute face suddenly showed a frightened expression, she hurriedly shrank down, and with the movement of the little mermaid, the water balloon wrapped around her also hid behind Christie lightly and flexibly. Although the little mermaid can't really make contact with Christie because of the water balloon, this action is enough to explain her thoughts. But Anne was clearly unimpressed, and she grinned excitedly as she took Christie's hand with a big grin.

"Let's go, let me take you to the fortress to see all those fun things!"

The huge fortress is extremely lively, and as more and more people migrate here, the originally deserted fortress has gradually become vibrant and energetic. However, the kind of crime and riots that occurred because of the arrival of immigrants were rare, because Rhodes had long established very strict rules, once anyone dared to make trouble or create a riot in the fortress, they would be directly expelled from Lu, or beaten half to death and expelled from Lu, and then these blacklisted people would not want to come in again. With such strict regulations, coupled with the presence of those mercenaries and sea elves everywhere, ordinary civilians would not dare to make any trouble here. Therefore, the entire fortress, although it looked very lively, was in good order, without any commotion and chaos.

Christie and the little mermaid naturally attracted the attention of many people, but no one dared to come up and block their way without knowing anything, as long as they lived in the fortress, most of them knew the rules of the Mercenary Guild, although the little girl floating in the water balloon did look interesting and cute, but compared to the sea elves who were full of tentacles all over their bodies, it was much more normal.

"That's the park over there, huh? Let's go there for a walk, it's the most comfortable place. Anne likes to come here every time she comes back to the fortress, it's quiet and comfortable, and she can sleep beautifully without being disturbed by anyone, Christie, cutie, do you know that if you want to have a good dream, the best way is to find a warm and quiet place, then lie down and close your eyes, and then think about something happy......... That's how Anne ............."

Just when Anne was pointing fingers and excitedly instilling her "dream philosophy" to Christie and the little mermaid, suddenly, not far in front of them, there were several men covered in cloaks, at first glance, these people were very ordinary, no different from ordinary people, they mixed in the crowd, slowly walking towards the three girls. And at this moment, Anne was talking about excitement, Christie also listened very attentively, only the little mermaid seemed to instinctively sense something, she looked around uneasily, and then subconsciously got closer to Christie.

Soon, the two sides got closer and closer, and just as the three girls passed by those people, suddenly, these people who were shrouded in cloaks suddenly came back to their senses, and then they quietly pulled out three short magic staff from under the cloak and stabbed at Anne and the others.

"Boom!!"

And at this time, I saw that Anne suddenly stopped talking, and then she didn't even look back, the right hand that was originally raised high swung backwards, and then, with Anne's movements, the adamantite heavy shield that was originally carrying the girl's back suddenly jumped up, and then smashed down, blocking Christie and the little mermaid's side, smashing the three staff that looked very fragile, and at the same time, the violent storm also suddenly rose to the ground, whistling forward. The men wrapped in cloaks did not expect such a scene at all, and suddenly their bodies were crooked and rolled backwards, but soon, they saw faint magical brilliance emerging from these people's bodies, stabilizing their figures.

"Who are you? What do you want to do?! ”

Anne held the adamantite shield in one hand, standing beside Christie and the little mermaid, glaring at the people in front of her as she spoke.

In the face of Anne's inquiry, these people did not answer, and at this moment, several people in the same costume seemed to emerge from the ground, and surrounded the three of them from all sides. Then, the man in the lead reached into his arms and felt for a cold dagger.

Then, he whispered.

"Do it!"

With the man's low shout, I saw that the dozens of figures suddenly turned into dark ghostly shadows, flying towards Anne and the others!!

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