Skilled Pikemen Don't Leash

Kazuma Sato and Darkness were immediately surprised when they saw this scene, and they didn't care about resisting the flames that swept behind them, and chased in the direction Iguang was knocked away.

"boom--!!!"

Whether it is the adventurers inside "Mobile Fortress Destroyer", or the ordinary people waiting for news in Axel.On this day, they all saw a burning object penetrating from the depths of the body of "Mobile Fortress Destroyer".After penetrating the layers of walls and external splints inside the body with high-speed linear motion, it flew into the sky, and after rising to the highest point, it fell to the groves on the edge of the Axel Plain in a very standard parabolic trajectory. .

Finally, with a huge muffled sound, a small mushroom cloud rose above the grove.

……

"Darkness, I'll go after him, you go to Aqua, Brother Lanza needs Aqua's treatment!"

Kazuma Sato led Darkness to raid all the way, his back was scorched by the flames, and he vaguely protected the female knight in front of him. "Flange Undead Team" once became the salary king who inherited the flame. After gathering wolf blood, it also showed the burning "Xin Wang mode".Therefore, this ignition is nothing to Kazuma Sato, who has completely inherited the wolf blood.Therefore, after sending Darkness all the way to the fork in front of him, he gave instructions to the female knight.

"I, I understand."

Although the female knight has a clear mind, she is no longer fooling around at this time.He nodded and headed towards the central control room.And Sato Kazuma continued to chase along the hole Iguang hit all the way in the wall.Wolf blood endows Kazuma Sato with super agility and bouncing power. With the "Wolf Sword Step", he can easily cross some rugged terrain inside "Mobile Fortress Destroyer", even on various floors. Climb freely between to find shortcuts.At this moment, he felt that he was possessed by Nathan Drake's soul. As long as there were objects that he could grasp with both hands, there was no place in this world that he couldn't go to.

"It's like playing a parkour game, it's awesome!" Kazuma Sato couldn't help but sigh.

"Strange..." But in the process of catching up, Kazuma Sato gradually discovered something unusual.

The potholes in the wall, their size changes all the time.

According to the normal standard of the first hole that Yiguang knocked out, when the deck was broken, the size of the hole had more than tripled!

"This... Big Brother Lanza was knocked out from the bottom up. It must not be a problem of gravitational acceleration." Kazuma Sato was running on the deck trying to find a way to go down, while watching the explosion that had just exploded in the distance. Xiao Shulin, "If it wasn't because of the acceleration during the collision, the damage to the wall became more and more serious, the only explanation is that the size of Brother Lanza is getting bigger and bigger in the process?!

Is it because of the influence of the evil god's power?Kazuma Sato suddenly thought of what Iguang had said to him before.

"Kazuma, here we are!" Just when Sato Kazuma found the passage, a door next to it was opened, and Aqua and Darkness rushed out of the door.

"Fuck, why are you so fast?!" Kazuma Sato looked at Aqua and Darkness in front of him in amazement, "I obviously took the shortcut."

"We found the map inside the fortress and the emergency passage in the central control room." Aqua said proudly, "How is it? This goddess is very powerful, right?"

"Okay, you are amazing."

Sato Kazuma casually dealt with Aqua, then quickly jumped off "Mobile Fortress Destroyer".After landing smoothly, he quickly headed towards the burning grove.

Because of the violent explosion just now, no one dared to enter the grove to check the situation.Therefore, except for Sato Kazuma and Darkness, no one knew what the fireball-like object that suddenly appeared was.

However, in a sense, this is actually a good thing.

"No wonder, eldest brother told us to run away quickly..." Sato Kazuma smiled bitterly with a bit of happiness after seeing the figure in the middle of the burning pit in the grove.

Countless tentacle-like organs wriggled and tossed in the flames like a group of snakes curled up in knots. This was simply the nightmare of intensive phobia patients... Of course, it was also the nightmare of magical girls.

The number and size of these deformed organs made Sato Kazuma feel a strong mental pollution, and Darkness, who arrived later, also felt a strong discomfort watching this scene.Fortunately, with the goddess Aqua, after realizing that these tentacles were constantly radiating some kind of negative spiritual energy, Aqua released a "sacred enchantment", which immediately isolated those spiritual pollutions. outside of its own divine power.Kazuma Sato and Darkness finally did not suffer the serious consequences of the instant explosion of spiritual vision.

"Is this what Lanza said after the 'power of the evil god' was fully unfolded?" Aqua looked at the tentacles that filled the entire pit, showing disgust, "It's more than those undead. It's also disgusting, and this kind of thing actually has the breath of a god... God!"

As a goddess, Aqua can naturally recognize the aura of divinity.The pile of tentacles in front of them are disgusting and disgusting, but the divine aura on them will not be fake.Although its essential attributes are "chaos" and "madness", it is undoubtedly the breath of the gods.

In other words, even Aqua's purification technique was useless against this pile of tentacles.

"Then, that...that's Big Brother Lanza?!"

Suddenly, something came out of the tentacles and appeared in front of Sato Kazuma and others.

"Mr. Lanza, that's really him... But how did he look so strange?!"

What appeared in front of everyone was the upper body of a human being.And his appearance is exactly Yi Guang who was knocked out before!

No, it should be said that he could only vaguely see the shadow of Yiguang in his appearance.

His hair had turned an eerie orange-red color, and his eyes radiated the same color.His body was naked, his skin was abnormally grayish-white, and the muscles of his whole body were bulging like a hill, more like a life-like squirming.A huge wound appeared in his left chest cavity, and his heart showed abnormal enlargement, which was completely exposed to everyone's eyes.The "Corona Stone" is embedded in the central surface of the huge heart, exuding a bright fiery red light, lingering around the entire heart.

And with this abnormal heart as the center, the Sanskrit-like runes that shimmered with strange rays of light continued to stretch out, spreading on this body like a dragon.It occupied the entire upper body at a very fast speed, and then moved towards the tentacles below.

"This, this is the power of another god." Aqua was surprised. "That guy Lanza didn't lie to us. There is indeed a fragile balance in his body."

"Damn, do you always think, Aqua, that Brother Lanza is lying to us?" Kazuma Sato said in astonishment, "Obviously, they take care of us like that!"

"But he is a stowaways after all. The seniors all said that those stowaways are not good people, and they lied a lot..." Aqua said in a low voice while poking her fingers.

"So, what should we do now? Mr. Lanza's power seems to be out of control!" Darkness looked at the burning tentacles and Yiguang, "Can we just watch?"

"Brother Lanza said that if there is a problem, he will teleport out of this world as soon as possible." Kazuma Sato frowned, "But now it's obviously out of control, is it possible that Brother Lanza has lost consciousness? Too bad..."

[No, no, in fact, this matter has nothing to do with your eldest brother. It is up to me to decide whether to transmit or not. 】

Suddenly, a voice appeared in Sato Kazuma's mind, which startled him: "You, who are you?!"

【I?I'm your eldest brother... just treat it as the spirit behind you, and you can use plug-ins like this. 】

"Lottery machine?" Sato Kazuma immediately thought of the house of home appliances that Iguang made, "So the lottery chance speaks?!"

[Uh... Forget it, the lottery machine is the lottery machine.Anyway, just a few words, your elder brother is worried about you, so let me wait and bring you a few words, you will definitely be the first to come. 】

"Huh? Message?"

[Those appliances at home, don't be too public.Those electrical appliances and daily necessities, you can imitate some simple to sell.As for the collaborators, you can go out to Kildea, and a guy with a very smart mind will show up there.But that guy is a high-level demon, and it probably takes a fight to get together. Remember to bring Darkness and Megumin, they will be very useful... Well, that's about it. 】

"Okay, I remember."

[That's OK, we have to leave quickly, otherwise it won't be as simple as smashing a big hole around here. 】

At the same time that these words sounded in Sato Kazuma's mind, a dazzling golden light also erupted in the pothole.Everyone was caught off guard, and their eyes flashed by this light. When they recovered from their temporary blindsight, there was nothing left in the big pit, only the scorched scorched earth and the embers of burning embers.

According to the previous agreement, Yiguang, who completely liberated his divinity and turned into a burning monster, has left this world.

"Are you coming back? Big Brother Lanza..."

Chapter 77 Traveling Merchants in the North of the Empire

"Not good, looking at the weather, I'm afraid a blizzard is coming."

"Damn, unlucky, what should we do?"

"I remember that there is a large-scale village nearby. If you work harder, it only takes half an hour, and you should be able to get there."

"Then, good luck to ourselves. Next, speed up! The blizzard is coming, and we must reach the next village as soon as possible!"

This is the northern part of the empire, the border area with the foreign nations in the north. A caravan from the inland region of the empire is marching on this northern permafrost plain.

Groups of large canine animals are pulling the caravans like long dragons. These big dogs, which are mixed with dangerous genes, have been bred and domesticated for several generations, have stronger endurance and strength than ordinary sled dogs, and can grow large. Substantially increase the speed and cargo capacity of the fleet.Although their prices are about twice as expensive as ordinary sled dogs, if they are carrying bulk cargo, it is actually quite cost-effective.Therefore, for many large caravans traveling to and from the North, they are willing to use this variant of sled dogs.

In the northern border of the empire, the climate is cold, the products are scarce, and there are a large number of powerful and dangerous beasts.At the same time, because of the border with foreign nationalities in the north, the villages and tribes here are often looted by the other side.Therefore, in the eyes of most of the hinterland of the empire, especially the ordinary people in the imperial capital, the northern border is like a hell-like place.

However, for these businessmen, risk represents profit and wealth.The Northland lacks products, which is a good opportunity to make money. If you buy ordinary living materials and food in the hinterland of the empire to the villagers here, or those small tribes that depend on the empire, you can exchange for a large number of Northland specialties.

The cold iron ore of the north, the scales and furs of dangerous species, and the medicinal materials that can only grow in the cold zone... These are all sought-after items in the market in the hinterland of the empire.This coming and going, at least [-] to [-] times the profit.

Therefore, even if the empire and the foreign nations in the north fought each other in small battles, slaughtering in darkness and sorrow, the figures of these northern travel merchants would never be wiped out on the icefields of the northern border of the empire.

What if one, ten, one hundred died?Under the high profits, there are always latecomers.Since the establishment of the empire for a thousand years, this northern trade route has never been blocked.

People die for wealth, birds die for food, that's all.

"Ah, finally... catch up before the blizzard."

The mutated sled dogs bought at a high price were really extraordinary. In less than 10 minutes, the entire caravan arrived at the nearest village one after another.As the person in charge of the caravan, Sherlock felt relieved.After all, if they fail to arrive in time, in such an extreme environment as a snowstorm, it may be more or less unfortunate for themselves and others.

Although businessmen are not afraid of death for profit, no one wants to die, right?It is the most tragic thing to have life to make money but not to spend it.

"Be quick and unload everything quickly. Although we have arrived at the place, the blizzard is not a joke."

Sherlock gave orders to the younger brothers of the caravan, while giving a bag of goods in his hand to the village chief in front of him.This is the village chief's reward for accepting them and providing them with a place to place their goods.

In northern Xinjiang, supplies are scarce, and caravans are the most popular people in major villages, towns and tribes.And their transactions with caravans do not often use currency, and barter is the way everyone likes to trade.

"Boss, the cargo has been loaded and unloaded!" After a while, Sherlock's deputy John came over to report to him, "Hurry up and find a pub, I'm almost freezing to death...this ghost place!"

Wine and women are always the favorites of men.Even in the barren and cold northern border, there are not many places like taverns where you can find both things at the same time. Although this village is not big, there is also a tavern.

After all, the men who grew up in this environment and made a living by hunting have always been in the company of fierce beasts and severe cold, and they are full of vigor and vitality.How can such a macho life be achieved without alcohol and without women?Even men from small tribes with no fixed abode often sneak into the village to spend money to get drunk.

In the Northland, the biggest meaning of currency is probably going to the pub to buy drunk women, right?

"Come on, everyone has worked hard during this period of time. I'll give you a toast. Tonight, you can drink as much as you like, and I will pay for it." Naturally, it is necessary to make a gesture of condolence.After all, everyone only works for you for money, not slaves or tenants. Northland travel business is a dangerous business.Therefore, to appease the hearts of the team is also what the leader should do.

"Whatever the boss says, everyone comes out to make a living. If there is no boss to bring us to do this together, we still don't know where to help people in the imperial capital, or be a tenant at home." John took the lead, and the others toasted one after another. .

"Yes, yes, working in the imperial capital is as happy as it is now."

"Yes, yes, although the Northland is dangerous, it has made a lot of money... No, Sophia next door, seeing that I have made money in the past two years, his father immediately came to our family to say kiss."

"Hey? You have such a good thing, and you didn't tell us!"

"Don't be righteous, pour him!"

……

Seeing the bustling caravan members in front of her, Charlotte shook her head helplessly, and then laughed again.According to the current progress, in about a week, I and others can start the return journey and prepare to return to the imperial capital.Counting the time, it should be able to catch up with this year's conscription.At that time, the cold iron ore and dangerous species materials that I brought back from the north can be sold again.

The empire established the country with martial arts, and the folks were martial, and the royal family even set up the "Imperial Fist Temple" to encourage martial arts.The application and promotion of civil officials are controlled by the nobles, the number of places is extremely limited, and the control is strict.The bottom talents want to climb up, only by enlisting in the army and accumulating military exploits.And the rulers of the empire are not stupid. The perennial battles are started to ensure the continuity of the army's ascending channel.

Of course, to put it more darkly, the current supreme commander of the imperial army, General Bude, is also a member of the royal family. The royal family controls the army and wants to suppress the civil service group controlled by the nobles. When it comes to selecting talents, they will naturally prefer those from the lower ranks. The descendants of minor nobles and commoners with entangled powers and interests, most of these people can guarantee their loyalty to the royal family.

Under this situation, most of the generals guarding the provinces of the empire were promoted from the bottom.Therefore, whether it is a small nobleman, a businessman, or the poorest of the bottom, they are all keen to send their children into the army.

To join the army, you must have weapons and equipment.Generally only children from poor families will use the standard weapons provided by the army.If it is the children of some wealthy families, or the sons of wealthy businessmen and minor nobles, they will usually prepare high-quality weapons on their own before enlisting in the army, in order to show their strength as soon as possible.

This is also one of Charlotte's most profitable times of the year. Under such special national conditions, the demand for dangerous species of materials and cold iron ore will never be small.

"gentlemen……"

When Charlotte was thinking about something, a voice called him and made him come back to his senses. It was the local guide he hired.It was also thanks to this middle-aged man that he was able to arrive here in time for refuge.After arriving here, he did not come to the tavern with himself and others, but was very serious and asked the village chief about the situation nearby.

But he looked flustered now, which made Charlotte instinctively feel that something was wrong.

"What's wrong?" Charlotte glanced at the guide, "You seem a little flustered."

"I heard bad news." The guide hesitated for a while, "I'm afraid we won't be able to go on our way."

"What?" Charlotte's heart jumped, she was really afraid of what to do.

"I mean, the road we were going to take is no longer possible, sir."

"How could it be?!" Charlotte said with some displeasure, "You have sworn to tell me that this road here can be taken."

Due to the recent departure of the alien races from the north to the south again, a series of battles broke out with the imperial army, and the original trade routes were blocked by the front-line battles.Therefore, Charlotte found this guide, hoping to find a shortcut.

But now, this guy tells himself that there is no way forward? !Then why do we sleep in the wild for several days, and even brave the blizzard to rush here? !

Charlotte's face sank suddenly: "You'd better give me a reasonable explanation."