78: Long-lasting alchemical equipment, Gewas's Broken Sword

On the God-Given Continent, most wolf-like creatures have a special connection to the moon.

Among them, the Werewolf race, a hybrid of humans andDemon Wolf, is both savage and intelligent.

Almost all Werewolves are fervent followers of the Night Sect.

Therefore, if the Kula Clan is indeed a family of Werewolves, they would undoubtedly be irreconcilable enemies with the Saar Family.

They would try every possible means to slaughter the Blood Moon Sect members.

Leaving no one in Kula City who defies the laws of the goddess of the night.

"Next, once I’ve completely mastered these Apprentice-level spells and can use them proficiently…"

"I'll head to Kula City and find a way to get in touch with the Kula Family members…"

Roan's eyes narrowed as he made a decision.

Originally, he had intended to stay in Hibo Town for a while longer.

After all, before he acquired the spellbook, he had only just stepped into the Apprentice Knight realm.

With his strength, even with the aid of magic potions and alchemy constructs, it would be difficult to deal with a Just Knight.

But now, he had learned all twelve Apprentice-level spells.

Battle qi and magic, two powers working in conjunction.

If he planned ahead, he was even confident he could kill Gevas without taking any damage.

"Gevas is astute, cunning, and possesses extremely keen observational skills."

"If he doesn't die, and he learns that I've left Hibo Town…"

"Then he will surely realize that I am connected to the deaths of Barto and Mirar!"

A sharp glint flashed in Roan's eyes; he would not underestimate anyone, much less a local tyrant like Gevas who dominated Hibo Town!

At this moment, Roan put himself in Gevas's shoes.

Then, in Gevas's eyes…

He was just a helpless, inexperienced young man from a small town.

If not for Doctor Litton's kind shelter, he would probably have starved or frozen to death long ago, becoming a mere skeleton.

Where would he get the courage to abandon Doctor Litton's protection and leave Hibo Town for unfamiliar places?

Unless… someone was helping him.

As for who that person was, there was no need to think; it must be related to the deaths of Barto and Mirar.

Thinking of this, Roan's eyes gleamed with murderous intent, further solidifying his resolve to kill Barto.

After all, if he could think of it…

Gevas, that shrewd old fox with sharp eyes, would surely be able to guess it too!

"What's more, Gevas is ruthless."

"If I just leave like this, perhaps when he discovers something is wrong…"

"He might very well persecute Doctor Litton and his daughter…"

Roan's gaze slightly condensed; Doctor Litton had shown him kindness, and he didn't want them to be implicated because of him.

"One more thing, if I want to stay in Kula City long-term, I must have a residence permit."

"And in Hibo Town, only a select few, like the town mayor and the captain of the constabulary, are qualified to provide sponsorship."

As Roan thought of this, his gaze suddenly shifted, returning to the intelligence panel.

"According to the sixth piece of intelligence, Gevas's personal seal is in his office!"

At this moment, Roan's heart stirred, and a bold idea formed.

He took out the alchemy mask, looking at the energy crystal on it, and couldn't help but curve his lips into a smile.

"Perhaps, after I kill Gevas, I can…"

As time passed, Roan's eyes flickered, his gaze becoming clearer.

The outline of his plan had already taken shape in his mind.

He just needed to wait a few days for Gevas to return from Kula City, then he could put it into action.

Time flew by, and it was the next day.

In the morning, the weather was clear and the sun was bright.

It was now around eleven o'clock.

In the noble district of Kula City, at the entrance to the Saar Family's residence.

A figure approached, bowing slightly to the guards at the gate, speaking humbly.

"Greetings, brothers, I am Gevas, the captain of the Hibo Town constabulary."

"I was entrusted by Mirar to come and see Lord Madock; I kindly ask you two to announce my arrival."

At this point, Gevas reached into hisPregnant and pulled out Mirar's work journal.

He also discreetly placed two gold coins into the hands of the two guards.

"This is something Mirar asked me to deliver to Lord Madock; please present it along with my request."

"Hm?"

The two guards, who had initially been stern and unapproachable.

Their eyes lit up at the sight of the gold coins, and their expressions softened.

"Alright, please wait a moment."

The guard on the left quickly said, then gave a knowing look and turned to go inside and announce the visitor.

The other guard remained in place, his eyes fixed on Gevas, not relaxing his vigilance in the slightest.

Gevas, under his intense scrutiny, showed no discomfort, merely standing silently to the side.

Because both of these gate guards were High-level Just Knights.

Judging by their aura, their strength seemed to be on par with his own.

However, when Gevas's peripheral vision swept over the guards' armor and longswords…

"Helmet, faceplate, armguards, shoulder guards… and a cross spear, a knight's sword."

"This is a complete set of long-lasting alchemy equipment, costing at least three hundred gold coins combined."

Gevas sighed inwardly, but in addition to his wariness, a hint of envy appeared in his eyes.

The so-called long-lasting alchemy items were so named because low-tier alchemy constructs.

Often, due to the crafting methods and materials used, could not maintain their enhancement effects for long periods.

As time passed, some ordinary low-tier alchemy constructs.

Might only take one to two years for all the magical runes inscribed upon them to wear away completely, degrading into common mundane items.

Only truly high-quality alchemy constructs could maintain long-lasting magical enhancements for five or even ten years or more.

For example, take the standardized alchemy knight swords sold at blacksmiths.

An ordinary first-tier knight's longsword, depending on its specific form, typically sold for around ten to thirty gold coins.

However, the usable lifespan of such a longsword was only one to three years.

And if used in combat, especially by powerful individuals above the Just Knight rank who infused battle qi into the longsword.

Then its usable lifespan would be drastically shortened.

It was precisely because of this extremely low cost-effectiveness that Gevas, after becoming a Just Knight.

Chose not to continue purchasing alchemy knight swords, but instead switched to ordinary white iron longswords.

"…"

Thinking of this, Gevas subconsciously looked at the sword at his waist.

Yesterday, he had discovered a hidden compartment in Mirar's house, and in his urgency, to open it.

He directly infused battle qi into this ordinary longsword, and with a single strike.

The hidden compartment, made of fine iron, indeed sprang open with a clang.

However, the tip of this white iron longsword also developed several cracks.

When he returned to his office and drew the sword again, he found that the front section had completely broken off, rendering it unusable.