Chapter 611
Future Outlook, New Action Plan.
Chapter 611 Future Outlook, New Action Plan.
Harold the blacksmith knew that the territory was now in a period of rapid development.
The warriors need a lot of weapons and equipment, and the territory also needs more Neros artillery to defend against the enemy.
Therefore, I work exceptionally hard, often working until very late every day.
His wife is also very understanding and considerate of her husband, and she accompanies Harold to work every day.
Something worth mentioning.
The half-giant Putana has been in the territory for almost four months.
She was already pregnant when she first arrived, and after so many days, her belly has grown even larger.
Harold kept his eyes on his wife's belly as he forged the metal.
A contented smile spread across his simple face.
They were so engrossed in their work that they didn't even notice Cao Xing coming in.
The two didn't realize what was happening until Cao Xing got right in front of them.
A look of surprise appeared in Harold's eyes. "My lord, what brings you here?!"
The two of them put down their work at the same time and were about to bow in greeting.
Cao Xing quickly waved his hand and said, "No need, Putana is pregnant, so these formalities are unnecessary."
The couple looked at each other, their eyes filled with emotion.
"Thank you, my lord."
Cao Xing nodded slightly, then glanced at Harold's panel.
Master-level Forging Proficiency: 25105/200000
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Four days ago, Harold already had 20,000 skill points.
Through these few days of practice, he has gained another five or six thousand points of proficiency.
Based on this calculation, even without the acceleration of proficiency emblems, it would only take Harold a few months to accumulate proficiency to the maximum value.
This speed surprised Cao Xing.
It's worth noting that Francesca, as a polymath, was exceptionally gifted.
She spent one or two hundred years refining medicine before she could barely touch the threshold of legend.
Harold's talent was clearly inferior to that of the witch, yet he was faster than her, which was truly unbelievable.
Cao Xing asked, "Harold, has your proficiency increased so quickly?"
Harold knew his question, so he respectfully explained, "It's because the lord has recently brought many epic blueprints."
"I gain a lot of insights every day as I craft those epic equipment and the Neros Cannon, so my forging experience and proficiency are increasing rapidly."
He paused for a moment, then continued, "However, with advanced blueprints like these, your proficiency will increase significantly during the initial crafting process."
"But as you practice repeatedly, the increase in proficiency will gradually slow down, and eventually there will be almost no further improvement."
Cao Xing's eyes lit up with realization; he understood the key to the matter.
To elevate a blacksmith's forging skills to legendary levels, simply repeating the same craftsmanship for hundreds or even thousands of years might not even get him close to the threshold.
Only by trying different advanced blueprints and combining the insights and breakthroughs gained from each forging attempt can one improve rapidly.
However, although Cao Xing didn't have that many advanced blueprints, he had another, faster method.
So he took out a full 35 [Expert Proficiency Emblems] directly from his backpack.
“Harold, I know that master blacksmiths can break through to the legendary blacksmith level as long as they accumulate enough experience.”
"Now, absorb all these emblems, and then break through to the legendary realm."
Looking at the large pile of emblems in Cao Xing's hand, a glint of light immediately appeared in the blacksmith's eyes!
Even his breathing became a little rapid.
"By the God of Forging, can I actually reach that legendary realm?"
Harold's voice trembled, and he sounded somewhat incredulous.
After all, the identity of a legendary blacksmith is extremely important.
In terms of social status, he is completely equivalent to those legendary powerhouses, or even surpasses them.
Even among the entire dwarf race, there are very few legendary blacksmiths.
Each legendary blacksmith is a treasure of their race, capable of creating their own clan.
Cao Xing laughed and said, "With your talent and hard work, it's only a matter of time before you reach the legendary realm."
"With my help, the legendary blacksmith is still not your end."
"Now, let's begin the breakthrough."
Harold's expression immediately turned serious. He solemnly accepted the gift and said respectfully, "Thank you, Lord!"
After saying that, he began to absorb all of these emblems.
A vast amount of fragmented memories surged into the mind of this dwarf blacksmith.
Harold closed his eyes and began to absorb the fragments of memory with all his might.
Because the memories contained within were so vast, it was as if hundreds of years of memories had been poured into his mind all at once.
The dwarf blacksmith's shoulders began to tremble violently, and fine beads of sweat appeared on his forehead.
His veins were bulging all over his body, as if he was enduring some kind of extreme pain!
The half-giant Putana, standing nearby, looked worried upon seeing this.
However, since Harold had already had the same experience, Putana did nothing extra and simply prayed for her husband.
This time, absorbing these memories felt exceptionally long…
It wasn't until more than ten minutes later that Harold's trembling body gradually calmed down.
Gradually, the dwarf blacksmith opened his eyes.
His eyes held a deep light, and his demeanor became more composed, as if he had aged many years in an instant.
Cao Xing knew that this was not because Harold had grown old, but because he had absorbed too many memories at once.
In a short period of time, he essentially lived for hundreds of years longer.
Taking a deep breath, Harold calmed himself down.
He said in a deep voice, "My lord, I have finished absorbing it."
Cao Xing nodded slightly, then asked, "How do you feel? Can you break through to Legendary Blacksmith now?"
Harold closed his eyes, pondered for a moment, and then solemnly replied, "I feel that I have reached the limit of a master and can strive for an even higher level."
"However, since I have only improved in a short period of time and my foundation is still very shallow, I am not sure if I can succeed."
Upon hearing this, Cao Xing said, "It's alright, just try to reach the legendary blacksmith realm tonight."
"It's okay to fail. Don't put too much pressure on yourself."
Anyway, if you fail, you only lose 10 proficiency points, which can be recovered by spending 600 million battle merits to exchange for two [Master-level Emblems].
The dwarf blacksmith replied solemnly, "Yes, Your Excellency!"
He put down his forging hammer and then left the blacksmith shop with his wife.
It also takes one night to advance from Master-level Forging Mastery to Legendary-level Forging Mastery.
Until then, Cao Xing could only wait.
Then, he left the blacksmith shop.
They continued to wander around the territory.
At the same time, Cao Xing saw an old man still standing at the city gate, waiting for something.
Before long, several black transport trucks, fully loaded with goods, rushed back from outside.
The old man quickly opened the city gate and then directed the transport vehicles to park in the designated loading and unloading area next to the [ore processing plant].
Then a group of polar people came out and unloaded all the ore from the truck bed, and everything seemed to be in good order.
The elderly man in command was none other than Cao Yi.
He was also one of the earliest members of the territory, possesses intermediate-level public speaking talent, and is steady and responsible.
Cao Xing walked up to them.
When the group of polar people who were carrying ore saw Cao Xing, they were about to put down their work and respectfully bow.
But he interrupted them directly: "No need, you guys continue working."
"After you finish moving this batch, go back and rest. You don't need to work this late anymore, understand?"
Upon hearing this, the group of polar people all smiled gratefully and responded in unison.
"Understood, Lord!"
"But you don't need to worry about us. Mr. Cao arranged for us to be here specifically to move ore. We only make a few trips a day, so it's not tiring at all."
"Yes, my lord, I think our job is too easy!"
Cao Xing smiled and said gently, "You've all worked hard. I won't let down anyone who has contributed to the territory."
The polar people exchanged glances, their enthusiasm growing even stronger!
Then, Cao Xing turned his gaze to the old man beside him, "Cao Yi, come with me for a moment."
Lingmin Cao Yi's expression shifted slightly, then he respectfully replied, "Yes, Lord."
Soon, Cao Xing took the lead and walked to the side.
The two walked one after the other to the adjacent agricultural area.
Cao Xing spoke first: "Cao Yi, a terrible disaster has recently broken out outside, and I may not have much time to take care of the territory."
"Therefore, you will need to pay more attention to the logistics of the territory and the arrangement of those staff."
Upon hearing this, Cao straightened his back immediately and said firmly, "It is my honor to share the burden with the lord!"
"Please rest assured, I will ensure that nothing goes wrong with the territory." Cao Xing nodded, a hint of relief flashing in his eyes.
At that moment, he suddenly remembered something and asked, "By the way, Cao Yi, can you read?"
The old man looked puzzled, but still replied, "My lord, I know some words."
"very good."
Cao Xing showed an approving expression and continued, "If you have time later, you can learn more about the management of large cities."
"Most of the people in our territory are combat personnel, and we don't have many management talents. I have high hopes for you."
"In the near future, our territory will expand on a large scale, and we will need your help in managing it then."
Cao Yi seemed to realize something, a hint of excitement flashing in his eyes, and he nodded solemnly: "Lord, Cao will certainly live up to your expectations."
"Strive to learn knowledge and contribute more to the development of the territory."
Cao Xing patted him on the shoulder, offered some encouragement, and then left.
He continued to patrol the territory.
As they walked, they unknowingly toured the entire territory.
Just as he was preparing to return to the lord's castle to rest.
Cao Xing suddenly noticed a peculiar building in the second ring area of the territory.
Many staff members went into the building.
"Huh? It's already past 10 p.m., why aren't these staff members resting? What are they doing gathered there?"
With a look of doubt, Cao Xing went over to take a look.
They discovered that the place where they were gathered was the territory's library.
Push open the door.
Suddenly, rows of neat bookshelves appeared inside.
These bookshelves are filled with hundreds of books that Cao Xing has collected.
In the central area of the library, there are a dozen small wooden tables with a temporary blackboard in front of them.
It looks like a small classroom.
The children from Puteng Village, along with Tong Chuchu, sat upright at several small wooden tables, their eyes sparkling.
Behind the group of children stood a dozen or so polar people, including Duan, as well as a large number of elves.
Using the light from the overhead lamp and the stove, he focused intently on what lay ahead.
At this moment, Gwyneth is drawing neat and clear characters on a small wooden board with a black charcoal pencil.
Each time she wrote a word, she would make a clear and pleasant sound, explaining the meaning of the word.
Meanwhile, the children listening below quickly took notes on their papers.
Even the elves, who had just learned a little bit of the common language of the continent, were taking notes diligently.
Everyone listened intently, and no one even noticed Cao Xing's arrival.
Seeing this, Cao Xing also smiled slightly.
After regaining her voice, Gwyneth began to carry out the task that Cao Xing had given her: to educate the people in this territory.
Unlike other nobles and lords, he did not strictly control knowledge and power, allowing them to circulate only among specific social classes.
Rather, the hope is that everyone in the territory can master this knowledge and use it to generate power.
Although it sounds like a long way off, the first step in the current plan, 'literacy education', is already underway.
"In the future, if everyone here can read and write, I believe more talented people will emerge and be put to my use!"
My heart is filled with longing for the future.
Cao Xing silently left the library.
Then they returned to the lord's castle.
He snuggled back into the warm bed, embracing his beloved as they slept.
Time passes quickly.
The night passed quickly.
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The system notification appeared on time the following day.
[Attention all survivors! You have survived the third day of the turbulent period. Last night, the Blood Legion activated three more Blood Teleportation Pillars, sending even more Blood troops to this world.]
[Please speed up the process, work together to stop the Blood Legion, and destroy their Blood Teleportation Pillars.]
[Weather Forecast: Cloudy today, with moderate snow in some areas. Low temperature: -63℃ to -74℃]
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Upon seeing the system notification, all the survivors felt a sinking feeling in their hearts.
While they were resting last night, the Blood Legion actually activated three more Blood Teleportation Pillars.
This also means that more lives have fallen victim to their cruelty, becoming the energy needed to activate the teleportation pillars.
At the same time, the number of blood armies ravaging this continent has also increased.
Thinking about this, I couldn't help but feel even more pressure.
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Cao Xing and Liu Muxue woke up together in the spacious bed.
After seeing the system notification, a thoughtful look appeared in his eyes.
Cao Xing thought to himself, "Now, I've almost cleared out the Blood Teleportation Pillars and Blood Legion in the Gale Snowfield."
"Next, we can proceed with the next step of the plan: clear out the Blood Teleport Pillars in the Brisbane Wilds, and then head north to the Everfrost City area."
"Until the entire blood army of the Ice Crystal Kingdom is completely wiped out."
At this moment, the beautiful woman beside him suddenly spoke softly, "Ah Xing, do you think we should try a different strategy today?"
"Change your tactics?" Cao Xing was slightly taken aback.
"Yes."
Liu Muxue nodded gently, "Currently, our territory has a total of five legendary combat forces, but only Isabel has been exposed on the surface."
"And a legendary figure plus the two of us heroes can wipe out all the Blood Legions near a Blood Teleportation Pillar in a short time and destroy the pillar itself."
"Legendary-level movement speed is very fast; it doesn't take long to cross a map."
"Could we form a strike team to destroy more blood teleportation pillars as quickly as possible?"
"Then the soldiers followed behind us, clearing out the remaining bloodied army?"
Upon hearing Liu Muxue's suggestion, Cao Xing gave it serious thought.
He quickly deduced that this method was indeed very efficient.
They could even clear out all the blood teleportation pillars of the Ice Crystal Kingdom within two or three days.
Of course, the risks are also very high.
If he were to destroy the teleportation pillars on a large scale, it might completely ignite the Blood Legion's rage, causing them to bring all the demigods and legendaries to surround and kill him.
At that time, another war between demigods might break out.
However, fortune favors the bold, and Liu Muxue's plan was indeed the key to turning the tide of the battle.
After all, these Blood Legions activated the Blood Teleportation Pillars too quickly.
Three were activated last night, and as the number of Blood Legion members increases, the daily growth rate will be even faster.
It won't be long before we reach the three hundred mark, and then the Nightmare God Dem and his companions will take the opportunity to slip through.
At present, those legendary powerhouses cannot act rashly, and if the survivors want to destroy a blood teleportation pillar, they need to gather an army of at least a million people to have any chance of success.
Moreover, there is a high probability that they will suffer heavy losses in the end.
In other words, Cao Xing and his group are the only ones who can move freely and deal with the Blood Teleportation Pillar at this stage.
Cao Xing nodded. "Mu Xue, your plan is indeed much better. Let's proceed with it today."
In some ways, this woman was more thoughtful than I was.
Liu Muxue nodded slightly with a gentle smile on her face.
The two woke up together in the warm bed and put on their armor.
Then gradually push open the gates of the lord's castle.
"Crench!"
The first thing that catches the eye is the staff bustling about in the territory.
The polar man is working hard to upgrade his lord's castle and forge.
The female elves flapped their wings continuously, collecting dewdrops from the leaves of the Ancient Tree of War and the Ancient Tree of Knowledge, and then watering the crops in the agricultural area.
A scene of prosperity and vitality.
At the same time, Cao Xing and Liu Muxue also noticed a short figure standing respectfully to the side of the gate.
It was Harold, the dwarf blacksmith.
He looked like he had been waiting here for quite some time.
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(End of this chapter)