In the vast underground world, due to the existence of dangerous magical beasts and bandits, it isn't convenient to travel between the various underground cities.
It is different from the relatively peaceful underground world where a mid-tier merchant can casually hire a few mercenaries to form a merchant group. But in the underground world, Legend-rank warriors are as common as dogs, Liches are everywhere, Red Dragons, Legend-rank experts and powerful magical beasts hunt for food. There are many of them.
Smaller merchant groups don't dare to venture out and because of that, following the basic principle of high risk and high return, as long as the merchant group reaches the destination safely, the profits from transporting the specialties and goods back and forth will be ridiculously high.
For example, Sulfur Mountain City's specialties, Sulfur Adamantine Ingot, the factory price of a standard container is 2000 gold coins. If it is transported to Chrome City, it will be twice the price of the original container, 4000 gold coins. If it is transported to Vance City which requires more than 2 months of journey, it would be at least 15 times the price. If it is transported to the Surface, due to the limited production every year, there isn't a market for it. You would be lucky to be able to buy it with 100,000 gold coins.
Of course, specialties are usually limited in production and the rarer they are, the higher the price, the higher the price. However, other daily necessities are always in short supply due to their high consumption, so the profits can't be underestimated.
Because of that, under Shou and Kakajil's' selfless contribution ', the permanent Space Distortion directly connected to Vance City is destined to bring glory to Sulfur Mountain City.
The journey that should have taken more than 2 months was shortened to less than a week. Not only did the two cities benefit from it, the merchants coming and going became more frequent and the surrounding underground cities became more prosperous.
Furthermore, the deepening of economic relations would definitely bring about the strengthening of political relations. The sensitive merchants have already viewed it as a new golden trade route, while the politically sensitive underground city lords have sent their children to both places to study and build up their relations.
A close neighbor is better than a distant relative. Under the mutual benefits of both sides and the unbelievable trust between the leaders of both sides, the good relationship between Sulfur Mountain City and the new owner of Vance City, the Centaur Tribe, will definitely deepen. Adding on the Dragon Empress who built her nest in Sulfur Mountain City, 3 of the 5 Autarchs came together. Thus, in the eyes of those who are observant, a gigantic beast is slowly emerging from the water.
Economic union, political union, personal friendship union, union of powerful individuals, but the most important thing was that under the new laws and order, each species understood each other and tried to understand each other's ordinary species. This represented true union, not an alliance where everyone harbored ulterior motives.
There was no place better than the cruel underground world where people understood that unity was strength. There was also no place where the scarcity of resources and bloody competition made peaceful coexistence so difficult. When betrayal and ulterior motives became synonymous with temporary alliances, this giant beast that was gradually merging in all aspects became even more terrifying.
"Perhaps, the underground world is going to change. Perhaps, in less than a decade, a new Emperor or Queen of the underground world will be born. Perhaps the current Underground Alliance would be replaced by the new United Behemoths. Perhaps, there will be a day of peace in the chaotic underground world. "
However, all of these are things to be discussed later. At this moment, on the golden trade route, a seemingly normal merchant group is slowly advancing.
To say that it is normal means that it only has 20 carriages and the goods aren't of high quality. The mercenaries escorting it are just normal Dark Elves and Beastmen mercenaries. But to say that it isn't normal means that even though the journey isn't long, strangely enough, it didn't meet with any trouble. The bandits and Magic Beasts that appeared endlessly in the past seemed to have disappeared without a trace, surprising the mercenaries.
And I, am also in the merchant group.
The 3 months of tutoring has successfully ended and the chaotic knowledge system and memories have been cleared up. Then, it is time for me to leave the underground world.
At this moment, with the help of magic equipment, I am no longer that young and short stature.
【Time Distortion Ring, Epic-tier Mystical Item. The wearer's physical body will be permanently at the state of 20 years old, obtaining the optimal state for battle. However, the wearer is unable to change the physical attributes of the wearer's physical body. Creator: Marguerite. Materials: Fragment of the Philosopher's Stone and Mithril. System Notice: In other words, your little companion can only look at it but not use it. This time, it isn't me trying to trick you. Marguerite is definitely trying to trick you on purpose. Are you sure that she isn't able to create a ring that can perfectly change the state of your physical body?】
Ignoring the System Notice that is trying to fan the flames, looking at my physical body that is no different from before, I am still rather satisfied with this ring.
Even though I have to take it off for a few hours every day to avoid putting a burden on my body, I just happen to take it off right before I sleep. The current me is already very different.
The dark gold adamantine armor that I am wearing is a little old. Without high-tier magic enchantments, it isn't considered high-tier. However, the Roland Sacred Sword on my waist is glowing with a silver light. The unadorned body of the sword is the embodiment of history and it is obvious that it isn't an ordinary weapon. However, from the looks of others who are looking at the other iron sword on my back, there is a hint of playfulness in their eyes.
I am not a Sword Saint or a Ranger, nor do I know how to wield two swords with both hands. There is no meaning in carrying two swords. This sword on my waist and the other sword on my back is the irrefutable evidence that I have been scammed by the System.
【Roland Sacred Sword, SemiGod Equipment (Upgrading from Orange Legendary Equipment to Silver SemiGod Equipment)】
【Attack Power: 22-44 + 11】 (+ 11 is due to the fact that it is considered a + 11 SemiGod Equipment. Even if I were to utilize the lower limit of the weapon's damage, there would still be an additional 11 points of damage from the Silver Flame Enchantment)
【Indestructible: Even against a God Equipment, this Sacred Sword will not break.】 (The previous two times it broke, the first time was because of Aillé and the second time was due to the special effect of the Dragonslayer Blade when it was in a weakened state.)
【Mist Royalty: The Roland Sacred Sword is the symbol of the royalty of the Mist Royalty. Only those who have inherited the recognition of the King can wield this Sacred Sword. Following the rise of the Mist Kingdom, it is working hard to evolve and become stronger. But at the same time, this proud Sacred Sword can only be wielded by the Mist Royalty's most trusted Knight.】
【Wind of the King: The wielder's Strength + 2, Agility + 2, Stamina + 2, Charm + 6. In a country established by the Mist Bloodline, the wielder's reputation starts from Respect.】
【There is a string of yellow words on the body of the sword: The Roland Sacred Sword is the sword of the legendary Saint Knight Prince Roland. Only his descendants and inheritors of his will can obtain the recognition of this Sacred Sword. (Usage Requirement: Mist Bloodline)】
In order to repair this sword, I saved the remaining 20,000 Fate Points from my resurrection. I didn't use it to upgrade my own abilities and walked to Sulfur Mountain City with my heart on tenterhooks. In the end …
"Hey, System, can it really be repaired? Will it say that I don't have enough Fate Points to repair it halfway? "
"It won't. Through my calculations, I have sufficient Fate Points. I can still leave a few thousand points for you to upgrade."
"The repaired Sacred Sword won't turn into trash, right?"
"It is guaranteed to be strong. From Orange Legend (In order to prevent it from mixing with the individual's Legend rank, the rank above Purple Epic weapons is changed to Orange Legend) to SemiGod Equipment, it is definitely a qualitative leap."
"Are you that good? Will there be a level restriction? For example, I can only use it at Level 120? Then forget it. "
"The only restriction is the bloodline. Since you don't trust the omnipotent System so much, take a look at it yourself."
Alright, it tosses a screenshot of the stats to me. I look at it twice and then look at the silver-white words that represent SemiGod Equipment. Powerful attack and special effects, I laugh foolishly.
To prevent myself from failing miserably again, I look at the usage requirements multiple times. After confirming that the Mist King was the only usage requirement, I finally decided to repair it.
But right after that, I was scammed.
"The only restriction is indeed the bloodline. Only the descendants of Roland can use it? Roland himself can't use it! "
"Of course not. Even though you won't admit it, the Mist Country has indeed been destroyed. The first time you died, there was a shift in the royal authority. Now, it is the Donglan Principality, a new country built by the descendants of the legendary Roland. Even though the population is less than a quarter of the original, it is indeed the successor of the Mist Country. Be it in terms of identity or bloodline, they are the true royalty of the Mist Country."
Alright, even though the System scammed me once again, it revealed a very important piece of information.
"The Donglan Principality is really built by the Mist Bloodline? Is it my descendant or Cavendish's? "
Alright, as expected of the System to scam me. At such a crucial moment, it didn't answer me at all.
But now, the usage of this sword is very obvious. Only the owner of the land, the royalty and the Knight who possesses the Mist Bloodline can use it. Either I throw it to the so-called descendant of Roland, or I find him to confer me the title of a Knight.
"Aiya, this is really a little difficult to deal with. Then, I will have to make contact with the new royalty in advance. What title should I use? Am I your great-grandfather? Am I the child left behind by your great-grandfather? Or should I just hide my identity and get the title of a Knight? With the identity of a human noble, it would be more convenient for me to move around on the Surface. "
But just as I was thinking, someone interrupted me.
"Holy Knight Rolande, come over and help me."
Yes, it's still the Holy Knight, it's still the same name. The reason why I am called Rolande instead of my usual fake name Rolo is because of the person in front of me.
The Silver Avenger Holy Sword shines with a dazzling golden Holy Light. The Adamantine full body armor that is so heavy that it could crush an elephant to death is as light as leather armor on her body. The Moon Knight, who resigned from her position as the Town Security Captain, is still as spirited as ever. However, her skin color has changed, becoming much whiter.
Of course, this isn't some cosmetic surgery from another world. Diana has chosen the path of Moonlight Redemption.
The Moon Goddess Patricia, the Guardian Goddess of the moon and those who are lost. Under her protection, if a Dark Elf decides to abandon the evil faith of Rose, they can change their faith through the Moonlight Ritual.
Although the Moonlight Ritual is equivalent to using Moonlight Needles to replant one's skin, it is painful and time-consuming. However, within half a year of the Moonlight Ritual, the Dark Elf's black skin will gradually lighten and they will gain the right to bathe in sunlight and moonlight.
After the Moonlight Ritual is completed, although they won't be as fair as the Surface Elves, they will be much fairer than the Dark Elves. Their dark brown skin is extremely obvious.
Gray Elves under the Moonlight is the collective name of the former Dark Elves who have chosen the path of justice. The Moonlight Sacred Emblem on their arms is their symbol.
However, Diana is slightly different. While Patricia's Moonlight Sacred Emblem is inscribed on her left arm, her right arm is tattooed with the Scales Sacred Emblem of the God of Law, Wumianzhe.
It is a golden scale. On the left side of the scale, there is a gavel that represents judgment and punishing the wicked. On the right side, there is a gold coin that represents rewards and protecting the virtuous. Behind the scale, there is a faintly discernible silhouette of a blindfolded male. That is Wumianzhe himself, the embodiment of justice.
In the wave of Holy Knight becoming a Justice Knight, Diana is the only one who still maintains her identity as a Holy Knight. It isn't because she has any other thoughts, but because the Legend-rank Holy Knight has already condensed a Soul Imprint. Even if the Holy Light transforms into Law seamlessly becoming a Justice Knight is our slogan, it is just a slogan, so it is still a little lacking.
If she were to change from a Holy Knight to a Justice Knight, all of her abilities would be converted. Naturally, her original Soul Imprint would be unusable, and it would be a given that she would drop to Legend-rank. Advancing to the next rank would require both time and luck, and no one knows when that would happen.
A Legend-rank with limitless potential isn't a cabbage that can be found anywhere. It would be a pity to lose her just like that. Back then, I used my identity as Wumianzhe to persuade her to keep her identity as a Holy Knight. Considering the Town Security's need for top-notch combat strength, she did indeed do so.
Due to certain reasons, she decided to leave Sulfur Mountain City to search for her own path on the Surface. I, who had intended to use her as a meat shield and bodyguard along the way, naturally jumped out with my identity as Rolande Holy Knight. I brought along a letter of introduction from the City Lord, using my identity as a rookie Holy Knight to request to travel together.
Yes, this time, I am still disguising as a Holy Knight. After all, an Order Knight retains a large portion of a Holy Knight's abilities. Summoning the Holy Light is one of my forte. Furthermore, the Holy Knight has a good reputation in the various countries, making it popular. At the very least, there are no obstacles in my path.
"Greetings, respected Gray Elf lady. May the radiance of Patricia light up your path. I am Rolande, a Holy Knight from the Human Kingdom of the Surface, Karin. Due to certain reasons, I have been separated from my group members. I heard that you are heading to the Surface, so can I travel together with you? You see, my personal strength isn't enough to travel alone in this dangerous Underground World. Sigh, if only I could use my family heirloom Holy Sword. "
Humble, polite, self-aware, coupled with the lack of confidence in my own strength and the shame and regret of not being able to use my family heirloom sword due to my lack of strength, I am the perfect image of a rookie Holy Knight.
【Roland Mist, Strength 20, Agility 19, Stamina 20, Intelligence 29, Will 19, Charm 19. Talent Abilities: War Angel Form, Sinful Demon God Form, Sword of Order, Titan Body, LV21 Order Knight/LV21 Chaos Witch King】
Even after spending the remaining 3000 + EXP from repairing the Holy Sword into my own growth, the 3 times EXP penalty still only allowed me to level up to LV21, which had just entered Bronze-rank. However, it is sufficient for me to understand how terrifying this Diamond-rank body is.
At LV21, my physical body's Strength and Stamina would increase by 1. This doesn't seem like much, as even a normal Beastman Berserker would be able to do so. However, growth isn't linear. When the basic stats reach the limit of a mortal, 19, this small increment is terrifying. I thought that with my basic stats being so high, it would be impossible for it to increase any further without reaching Gold-rank.
A mortal's main stats are usually stuck at 19. This is the threshold of life and death for them to advance into Legend-rank. They need to temper themselves between life and death to break through. However, my physical body easily broke through this limit. This can only mean that I don't take Legend-rank seriously. Just like powerful races like Archangels and Ancient Dragons, it is only natural for them to advance into Legend-rank as long as they are of age.
When my Strength breaks through 20, I awaken the Race Talent, Sword of Order. When my Stamina breaks through 20, I awaken another Race Talent, Titan Body.
With four powerful Race Talents in addition to my powerful basic stats, even though I am only Bronze-rank, I am confident that I can take on any Silver-rank existence alone.
However, the awakening of a Race Talent is completely dependent on luck. It is incomprehensible for it to be awakened so easily. But very quickly, looking at my stats which are all stuck at X9, I come to a realization.
"After all, 20 is the peak of a mortal's physical body. To suddenly break through a bottleneck, one's physical body would naturally improve greatly. It is only natural for a potential Race Talent to awaken. However, for my stats to be stuck at X9, could it be that the System is helping me?"
"Yes, you fool. Even that Red Dragon is smarter than you. You should do things according to your age. Only youths have the potential to grow. If I give you an adult body that is above 20, how can you possibly awaken a Race Talent?"
I couldn't understand it no matter how hard I thought about it. The System that has been lying to me for a long time has changed? It is actually helping me?
"This is my last chance. If I fail again, there won't be a next time. Besides, you are so pitiful that I can't bear to watch anymore, so I shall help you this time. Work hard, the opponent this time is really difficult to deal with. "
"Then what about the Roland Sacred Sword?"
"If I don't directly link it to the fate of the country, as the sword of kings, how can it evolve into a SemiGod Equipment or even a God Equipment? You won't be able to escape even if the entire world is destroyed. You have lived long enough, don't drag me down with you. "
Alright, this time, even the darned System is helping me. If I don't succeed, I can only die for a righteous cause.
However, even though I am strong enough to challenge a Silver-rank, it is still dangerous in the Underground World where Legends are everywhere. Thus, I still need to find a bodyguard to escort me to the Surface.
However, when I followed the System's suggestion and chose Diana to travel together with me, I deeply understand that the System is still the same System. Perhaps, it might become trustworthy during crucial moments, but it would be a waste if it doesn't make a fuss during normal times.
After I suggested traveling together with me, Diana, who is also a Holy Knight and is curious about traveling together with me on the Surface, immediately agreed to my suggestion.
However, when I saw the traveling companions who are traveling together with me, I instantly regretted it …
'Fierce Dog' Momo, un, this is the nickname that I came up with for her. She, who had also completed the Moonlight Ritual, has been looking at me with a doubtful gaze. She even tried to indirectly ask me if I have a younger brother named Rolo … Judging from the mysterious liquid that kept dripping from Rolo's mouth, even if I had a younger brother, I would never tell her about it. Furthermore, I have made up my mind to never take off my ring in front of her.
Alright, this is still the easiest to deal with.
Gold-rank Judge Krose, or Kolos, after turning into a female, she successfully evolved from the number one beauty in the legal system to the number one beauty in Sulfur Mountain City. Her goal is the Elf's Sacred Spring in the Surface World. It is said that it can dispel any curse.
After realizing that the God of Plague Halo is still in effect, I personally welcomed this unlucky lightning rod. At the very least, I can watch a joke along the way to relieve my boredom. However, looking at the murderous gazes that the other two 'flower protectors' are shooting at me from time to time, it seems that I am not welcomed at all.
Now that I am lacking in strength, if I were to approach her rashly, I might end up becoming the main character of a joke. That wouldn't be good. Thus, I instinctively smile and shake my head, expressing that I have no feelings towards beauties. However, strangely, as though I am not as annoying as the other flies, Kolos took the initiative to chat with me, causing the other two 'flower protectors' to be filled with resentment.
Alright, these are actually the easiest to deal with. The hard ones to deal with are the remaining few.
Armor Specialist Blacksmith Grandmaster Hoyle, a Gray Dwarf, nicknamed Big Orange Head Shorty. He has quite a personality. If I were to use the shortest sentence to describe his uniqueness, it would be: Un, he is a core member of the Gentlemen Alliance and is at the top of the Town Security's blacklist. Alright, there is no need to explain the rest, everyone should understand.
Yingou.Beyar, also a core member of the Gentlemen Alliance, the organizer of this merchant group. If I knew from the start that this merchant group is a 'Safety Brand', I wouldn't have participated even if I was beaten to death. Sitting on the carriage provided by the Gnomes, I am trembling.
The two of them are the organizers of this merchant group. The goods and carriages of the merchant group are provided by them. It seems that they are going to the Surface World to participate in some Grandmaster Council. However, looking at the heavy goods being dragged by the carriages, there is an 80% chance that it is a Roland … This name is really awkward, they have actually taken it as an official name.
Beifeng.Herault, this is … Alright, there is no need to introduce him. Thinking about that inconceivable 10,000 points, thinking about this fellow's glorious title of the man who single-handedly created several races, I can't help but feel the urge to draw my sword.
"That day, a true God gave me a revelation. I, Beifeng, a lost Dracon, decided to embark on a journey to find my true self."
"Who @ # @ @ gave you a revelation! Don't spout nonsense! You% ¥% are a pervert, don't drag this onto Wumianzhe! "Hearing him say that, even I can't help but feel the urge to curse.
Alright, as a judge, Kolos is still very competent. At the very least, she knows how to protect the honor of her true God. After her colleague holds Beifeng down, her small fists are really vicious, hitting his flesh with every punch. Even so, it doesn't stop Beifeng from confessing to the passing Giant Kodo Lizard.
"Greetings, my kind. It is because of this romantic journey that the Gods gave us a chance to get to know each other. I am Beifeng, a male, you?"
"Oh, you are also a male?! That's great! "
Alright, when he brought the Giant Lizard to the back of the carriage, everyone finally couldn't hold it in anymore and pounced on him at the same time. That beating really makes one feel refreshed.
This kind of incident has already happened 3 times along the way, but that Beifeng doesn't show any signs of repentance. I even suspected that he might have awakened a new interest.
Alright, back to normal, after dealing with Beifeng as if it was a daily mission, Diana actually took the initiative to ask me for help.
"Knight Rolande, we didn't meet any bandits or Magic Beasts along the way. There is obviously a problem. It is highly possible that the bandits have banded together to ambush us. There is a long and narrow valley in front of us. If there is an ambush, it is highly possible that it will be there. You should move together with me later. "
I know that she is being kind. Currently, I seem to be the weakest in the merchant group, so she is afraid that something might happen to me. However, I would like to say that she is thinking too much.
"Ambush? Under such circumstances? "
I look around my surroundings. Even though it is clearly out of my sight, a few black figures are hurriedly hiding themselves.
In my perception, within the dark clouds, the ominous Wings of Death are moving slowly. The 'Merchant Leader' who is 3 km ahead of us looks back every few minutes. Not too far away, a thunder-like roar indicates that a battle is going on. A figure who is moving at high speed is faintly hiding behind a stone pillar by the side. A blue figure who teleports is following behind him.
"Gria, as the newly appointed Third Senator of Xiluo, you should have endless official matters to attend to. Is it alright for you to be so free? Little Lionheart, doesn't your neck hurt from turning your head so frequently? "
"Xueti, stop hiding. With such a huge body, that small sapling won't be able to stop you."
"Adam, Marguerite, even the two of you … Forget it, I don't care anymore."
Yes, before I left, I did bid farewell to them. However, I didn't expect that they were worried that something would happen to me along the way, so they actually came to escort me secretly.
In the end, a large group of big shots tried their best to imitate the techniques of bandits to sneakily follow the merchant group. As for the bandits and Magic Beasts along the way? They were killed in an instant from a few dozen kilometers away.
"Forget it, they are just doing it out of goodwill."
If it isn't easy to explain, then I won't. Although I say that they are unnecessary, for some reason, I feel an uncontrollable joy in my heart.
The establishment of the Power of Law System, the existence of the True God of Law, Wumianzhe, the Xiluo Empire's Royalty Faction, the changes in the entire Underground World. Even though the future is still not optimistic, compared to the 'history' that is destined to head towards destruction, it has changed a lot.
"This time, I am not alone."
Inexplicably, looking at these evasive fools, I couldn't help but laugh.
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