Although the tactic this time was to open the way with cannon fodder, in the following days, Dipu still made careful preparations.

Quinn and the others were sent over by Revina, and their entire families were taken to live in the Black Eye. But before he could settle down, he was arranged by Dipu to train more than 1,800 people with the knights of the Knights, Kai and others.

And Dipu himself began to go to Grenville to buy food, weapons, and armor...... , it's like a locust, regardless of the price, directly sweeping the goods. In addition, I also tried to ask Revena to borrow it, and I also borrowed a lot from the weapons warehouse in Grenville City. In order to facilitate transportation, nearly 800 horse-drawn carriages of various types were even borrowed from all over the city, as well as more than 2,000 trolleys.

Winter is the off-season, and although the expeditionary force also needs all kinds of vehicles, such levies are not paid. Therefore, the purchase and borrowing of real money and silver made the transportation community of Grenville City jubilant again.

In order to transport these things to the Blackeye Collars in time, Dipu even used flying to transport them several times, despite the exposure of the storage ring. And every evening, Dipu had to go to the Marquis's palace in time to "climb the window", so on these days, he was completely tired like a dog.

And Revina gradually got used to the "game" with Dipp, felt a lot less guilty, and began to enjoy such excitement. It turns out that man's endurance is beyond imagination, and the fall is quite fast. Revina had also become accustomed to the scrutinizing gaze of outsiders.

......

"Ahh

Today I finally stole half a day of leisure. Temo and Salis were busy in the alchemy chamber carved out of the castle, while Kai was marshalling and training troops. Jose was practicing his sword, and Haufu was snoring directly opposite. And Etta also sent someone to send back the news, he has already counted, and there are more than 80,000 "wild people" who are willing to stay. There are also more than 4,000 people who have signed up for the expedition. Everything is ready, and only the east wind is owed.

This made Dipu also a little crying and laughing. I didn't expect the population of the territory to swell so quickly. And now, he is almost alone in feeding so many people.

The warm sun shines through the window and sprinkles on Dipu's body, gradually. He drooped his eyelids and wanted to doze off. But at this moment, Kane came in and said, "Master, a magician and a twenty or so people have come to visit Master Temo!"

"Hmm!" said Dipu waving weakly, "then let him find it?"

"But...... But the little one knocked on the door. Was scolded back by Master Temo?"

"Huh?" said Dip, opening his eyes, "how did he scold?"

"He said, he said, 'Don't bother me!'

Like Dipu, as soon as he studied it, Temo was obsessed with it. I can't think about anything else. Dipu stretched and ordered, "Then take him to the living room, and I'll go and receive him first!"

......

The visitor was an Imperial High Magician named Briss. I heard that the lord of the Black-Eyed Collar was a first-level magician who had just passed the examination, and there was still a hint of arrogance and reserve on his face.

However, upon meeting, Bliss was taken aback. He didn't expect that this lord would be the Viscount of the Best who made a big fuss about the welcome ceremony and the big auction.

Dipu first smiled and saluted the magician: "Master, it is a great honor for you to visit today. ”

Briss smiled dumbly: "It's you! Oh ......" He hurriedly replied with a magician salute.

Compared to Temo, Bliss is much more serious. He was also familiar with Temo's habits, so he made small talk with Dip. However, the two magicians sat together, and they must have talked about magic in a few sentences. It was a surprise to Briss. Contrary to what he had imagined, Dipp's understanding of magic was not as disparity as he had imagined. Not at all like a fledgling new magician. Although there are still some gaps, they also have their own special understanding of magic, so the two of them discussed it enthusiastically.

Around sat more than two dozen of Blith's magical apprentices and followers. They also listened with relish. The discussion between the two senior magicians was also a rare learning opportunity. So time flies, and it's time to eat.

Temo still didn't show up during the meal, but the content of the small talk was much easier. Bliss explained with a smile that he was attracted to Temo, saying that he could study the Ancient Magic Crystal Cannon. When Dipp heard this, he was of course overjoyed, and warmly invited Briss to stay. And you can study it casually.

As they chatted, the two of them talked about the auction. Bliss smiled: "I didn't expect so many good things to appear in such a small auction. If you had known that you had prepared more money, you wouldn't have been so sorry. ”

"Oh?" said Dip, intrigued. "Master, what do you like?"

"It's the seven grasses and five colors. Bliss confessed with a smile.

"Hehehe!" Dipu secretly refreshed. Although it was of little use to Dipu himself, he still had a dozen bottles in his storage ring. Dipu didn't mind giving Briss a bottle, but ......, Dipp immediately thought of a dark-eyed collar who needed it urgently.

While the after-dinner wine was drinking, Dip quietly walked up to Bliss and asked softly, "Master, do you have any magic crystals here?"

"Yes!" Bliss nodded, "What? do you have anyone here to test your magical talents?"

"That's right! I'd like to ask the master for a favor. Test the magical talents of all the people in my realm. ”

"......?" Bliss hesitated. But then I think about it, there are at most a few thousand people in such a small territory. It's a bit excessive, but it's acceptable. Fortunately, Bliss was more careful, and he still asked more, "How many?"

"Hundreds of thousands!"

"Uh......!" Briston was speechless. Although his magic apprentices should do such things, they can't waste their time like this, right?

And Dipu immediately chimed in his ear and said: "Seven grasses and five color liquids." A bottle! that's what I'm offering at the auction. ”

"Hahaha!" Briss was immediately ecstatic, "so what's so embarrassing?"

"But I have the conditions, not just my black-eyed collar, but also the Grenville collar and the redwood collar, the census of the entire population? I almost forgot that the Edinburgh collar also has a batch. However, the distance may be far, so let's have some children who are more likely!"

"Don't talk about it. We are all people who understand, even if we conduct a census, it is far from the value of the seven grasses and five colors. It's nothing to let my apprentice go on a trip. But...... It's not complicated, it's just a waste of time. I'm afraid those apprentices have ideas. ”

"That's easy! Two bottles of low-level magic potions per person per month for apprentices. Even if they do something, it will not affect their cultivation. ”

"That's fine. Huh, you're a pharmacist?"

"So-so. ”

"That's great. I've got ...... here."

......

In the blink of an eye, there was another group of Briss in Dipp. The magic apprentices immediately began the census. And Dipu was also happy, so he handed over a bottle of seven herbs and five colors of liquid to Briss first. Temo and Bliss are also involved in researching and building the Crystal Cannon. And agreed with Dipu that as soon as he returned from the expedition, he would make magic potions for the magic herbs collected by Briss.

With the arrival of Count Daniel, the expeditionary force was also ready to be launched. So taking advantage of this opportunity, Dipu decided to solve a problem that he had wanted to solve for a long time.

......

Baron Tim was on the lookout for days, for Dip was so crazy at the gates and at the auctions.

After that day, Baron Tim carefully studied Dip's information, and he was surprised to find that Dipu still had the rank of Imperial County Military Co-Leader. In terms of rank, Baron Tim is on par with Dip. But don't forget, Dipu is still a knight of the Chrysanthemum! In this way, in terms of rank in the army, Dipu is more than Baron Tim.

Although it is true that Dipu is not in charge of the affairs of the expeditionary force. But what if Dipu was desperate to start a conflict? Baron Tim was not very worried about the outcome of his actions. More than 5,000 soldiers, how can they clean up a small territory and fall into the water? But if you really do something to Dipu, isn't it the standard offense? That is to go to court-martial!

Especially the most terrifying thing is that looking at Dipu's crazy appearance, he is really likely to do it!

So as soon as he came to the Blackeye Collar, Baron Tim restrained his troops. Absolute forbearance in exchange for avoiding conflict. Luckily, we're finally getting through this time. In two days, in addition to leaving behind 300 logistics soldiers, Baron Tim will set off with his infantry regiment and the expeditionary force.

In the chapel, Baron Tim's wife was arranging his uniform for him. But at this moment, I suddenly heard a noise outside.

The adjutant hurriedly ran in: "My lord, bring it here, the madman lord brought it over." ”

Baron Tim didn't care that he hadn't tied his sweat towel yet, and ran out the door. As he ran, he said angrily: "Didn't you tell the rabbit cubs not to make trouble? Who is it? Be careful that I whip him to death." ”

And the adjutant looked very aggrieved: "I've inquired, no one is causing trouble at all." It was the madman lord who suddenly led people to fight, and the brothers were not convinced and fell in touch with them. ”

"......?" Baron Tim didn't know what to say. Anyway, let's get to the scene quickly!

......

At this time, Tipu was extremely arrogant. Behind him was a group of shirtless people with upper bodies, all of whom had just signed up. At the retreating soldiers, Dipu shouted: "Fight!

"Grass! Where did the hillbillies come from? Dare to touch the soldiers of the Empire? Do you want to rebel?"

"Who's afraid of whom?

......

It was still a few officers who stopped in front of their excited soldiers: "Listen to orders, listen to orders, don't do it yet." Don't come here!" )