193: Subsequent plans (update)

Chapter 190: Follow-up Plans (Correction Update)

This intelligence is quite useful.

After Arthur carefully read it, he first focused on the intelligence about the Black Blood People attacking the caravan.

For Mist Town, caravans are a crucial guarantee for material supply.

Establishing a safe and stable transportation route is also an urgent matter, especially after the Night Outcasts left.

And he knew very well that the Night Outcasts had already received their first batch of supplies—enough food to last for a while.

Next time, when his caravan and the Warthog Merchant Caravan arrive at Mist Town again, they will bring them the weapons and equipment they want.

The time after that, it will be the “people” they most desire.

Once these needs are met, the Night Outcasts will carry out “hunting for atonement” according to the will of the gods they originally believed in.

This also means that Arthur’s caravan will lose the protection of the Beastkin.

According to the previous analysis by Jessica, Heir, and others, the biggest threats to the caravan currently fall into three main categories: wandering Undead, terrifying beasts lurking in the forest, and the Black Blood People.

Arthur had always been looking for an opportune moment to talk to Duke Wild Dog, hoping to enlist the Night Outcasts' help to permanently resolve the threat of the Black Blood People.

Now, the Black Blood People proactively planning to attack the caravan provided him with an excellent reason.

As for the other intelligence, Arthur planned to hand it over to the appropriate people to handle.

For example, matters concerning the Fungus People would naturally be best handled by Brussian and Old Joe.

As for the cursed armor, that could be put aside for now.

After all, with the invisibility cloak, his safety was greatly assured.

He even considered whether to give the invisibility cloak to Airo after the curse on the Mithril armor was removed.

But as soon as he remembered that this invisibility cloak was a gift from the Pixie princess and considered a token between them, the thought was dismissed.

Thinking of this, Arthur pulled open the middle drawer of his desk and gently poked Xiao Lingdang, who was curled up inside, sleeping.

“Mmm—what is it?” the Pixie mumbled groggily, “Is it time to eat?”

“No, I have something I’d like you to do.”

Xiao Lingdang yawned and slowly sat up: “Arthur, I’m not your servant.”

“I have something I want to entrust to you, my dear Miss Pixie.”

“And this matter, I’m afraid only you can do it, because only you possess such an ability.”

Fairies’ emotions are always sensitive; praise and recognition from others easily make them feel elated.

Sure enough, hearing Arthur’s words, Xiao Lingdang immediately perked up.

“Alright, alright, I’ll help you one more time. But, it has to be in exchange for candy!” Xiao Lingdang stated her demand.

Arthur smiled and nodded: “Deal.”

“I want you to find Brussian and Old Joe.”

“They’re easy to recognize; one is a gnome, and the other is a druid.”

“Ah, I know those two!” Xiao Lingdang immediately interjected, “It’s that short guy with the funny hat,”

“And that person with long hair and a beard, always wearing a robe, right?”

“Yes, those two,” Arthur nodded and continued, “I hope you can take them to see the Fungus People.”

“Only you know the way to the Swamp.”

The Pixie tilted her head, thought for a moment, and then said: “This is no problem, it’s a piece of cake for me.”

“But I can’t guarantee that those two will follow me to the Swamp safely.”

“If anything happens on the way, it’s not my responsibility.”

“Don’t worry, my troops will escort you to the edge of the Swamp.”

“Once you reach the Swamp, you’ll be safe; those Undead creatures don’t like to go near that place.”

“Ah, that makes it much easier! Leave it to me!”

The Pixie patted her chest, confidently assuring him.

After dealing with this matter, Arthur leaned back in his chair, beginning to ponder how to retrieve the Bloodvine Wine recipe while clearing out the Undead.

After breakfast, Arthur set off to meet Jessica.

When he pushed open the door to her office, he sensed something was amiss.

“What happened?” Arthur asked.

“My Lord.” Jessica first respectfully bowed to him, then said, “Someone stole wine, and I was just about to deal with it.”

“But from your expression, it seems the matter is not as simple as just ‘stealing wine’.” Arthur said.

Hearing this, a hint of hesitation flashed across Jessica’s face, but she eventually recounted the entire situation to Arthur.

“I originally thought that such things would only happen after the situation had completely stabilized.”

Jessica’s voice carried a hint of disbelief. “But with powerful enemies all around, some people are already starting to scheme for rewards.”

“This is not surprising.” Arthur’s reaction was unusually calm. “Even during the most intense periods of war, weren’t there still people who colluded with the enemy, betrayed their country, or sought glory by betraying their masters?”

“Don’t forget how you were betrayed.”

“Now that the situation shows some signs of stability, some people naturally can’t hold back.”

“How shameless and foolish!” Jessica’s tone suddenly rose. “Don’t they understand that the peaceful life they have now is entirely due to your power, My Lord?”

“Once something happens to you, and the Earth Vein Power loses its guidance and maintenance, the barrier protecting us will also disappear.”

“At that time, if those monsters rush in, who can save them?”

“These ungrateful fools!”

“Mr. Godwin was absolutely right; such ignorant commoners are not worth consulting with; it’s enough to simply drive them to do things.”

Arthur raised a hand and pressed his throbbing forehead, “It’s inappropriate for you to say that.”

“You used to be the leader of the rebel army.”

“The people I led back then weren’t this foolish, nor would they be so ungrateful.”

“Alright, just deal with the wine theft according to the rules for now.” Arthur waved his hand, “First, assemble the troops and quickly go clear out those wandering Undead.”

“I’ve already sent people to assemble the troops.” Jessica responded, “But this matter absolutely cannot be left at that.”

“There must be many people with such thoughts, and I need to root them all out.”

“Lest something goes wrong during wartime and ruins important matters.”

“Let’s first stabilize the situation at the Plantation, then it won’t be too late to deal with this matter.” Arthur said, “Moreover, it would be more appropriate for the missionaries to handle this.”

“Your personal involvement might easily cause controversy.”

“Furthermore, matters involving people’s hearts need to be sorted out slowly; being too hasty will only make them band together in resistance.”

Jessica sighed, “My Lord, why don’t you invite Mr. Godwin here?”

“With him present, I imagine these kinds of matters would be much easier to handle.”

“That would be too easy,” Arthur thought to himself.

“Don’t worry, it won’t be long before Catherine and Paul return.” Arthur said, “Once they return, you won’t have to personally handle everything as you do now.”

Hearing this, Jessica smiled: “So, that land is acquired?”

“Yes,” Arthur nodded, “The land has indeed been secured, but the days ahead will likely only become more difficult.”

“Don’t worry, My Lord, we’ll cross that bridge when we come to it.” Jessica said, “Regardless, this is great news.”