The free world has developed to this point, and many players in it have basically achieved freedom of income. As long as they are not too lazy and are unwilling to accept and complete small tasks in daily life, players in this world will Poverty and food and clothing problems can generally be solved. Many players will go further on this basis and use hard work or various methods to accumulate more and more wealth. These are in order to become stronger - or to survive better - The accumulated wealth naturally has a measurable value due to various transactions on the mainland, and is colorfully displayed in various high-end methods such as market circulation, economics, and finance. "Banks" and "Platinum Coins" have appeared in Liberty City for a long time, and the Adventurers Association also allows adventurers to use gold coins to improve their adventure ratings. Many things that could not be bought with money have also developed in this way. In the process, it becomes purchasable and eventually becomes part of the value that can be measured by money. As the value of gold coins increases, some methods of illegally amassing money and trying to get rich overnight naturally begin to grow. However, because there are so many powerful people and masters on the mainland, these "extraordinary methods" cannot continue among various countries and forces. In the long run, you can only become a victim of the slow accumulation of wealth such as business and trading.
So when the price of "one thousand gold coins per head" appeared, many players eager to get wealth were naturally attracted here, wanting to seize this official "opportunity to get rich quickly."
"But is such a reward really reliable?"
Duan Qing, who tightly covered his body with the cloak used to cover his tracks and walked on the edge of the battlefield, asked helplessly: "Hundreds of heads appear on the battlefield every minute. If every kill is counted, I’m afraid the cost is so high.”
"After all, it is the Principality of Elnifea, one of the most powerful countries on the continent. Although it has suffered many setbacks recently, if the whole country supports this war, it should be barely able to sustain it." Also wearing a black cloak Asahi Dongsheng, who was following him, curled his lips and replied: "As for the Magic Empire - God knows how long they have been lurking in the dark. If we calculate it based on the time when the ancient Magic Empire collapsed, it will take a long time for them to accumulate wealth. Woolen cloth."
"That's not easy to do." Checking the refractive magic shield he used to shield the team's progress, Duan Qing's eyes still looked back and forth among the bloody fire in the center of the battlefield: "Even if you really have enough money to squander it, They can't squander it arbitrarily, right? In this melee situation, how can they count how many kills each person has won? How will they settle the matter in the end?"
"Did you see those black spots over there? Those are the magicians used by both sides to supervise the battle. I don't know about the Magic Empire. The coalition forces are usually people from the Mages Council." Pointing to the north and south of Fenghua Plain On the horizon, Asahi Dongsheng replied in a low voice: "After the bounty order was issued, these war supervisors also had an additional task of statistics. Of course, they did not have the spare capacity to have a panoramic view of everything on the battlefield. Most of them People are just urging players to tally their respective results, and severely punishing those who may lie about their results."
"Kill two chickens at least, and the rest will naturally not dare to report false accounts." After saying this, Asahi Dongsheng clapped his hands, and then spread his hands: "The players began to regulate themselves spontaneously, and order was formed. "
"It seems that all the guys in the Mage Council are well versed in management." Duan Qing couldn't help but sighed: "But I still believe in the wisdom of the players. Someone will definitely come up with various solutions." A sneaky person."
"That's natural. After all, this money is too generous. Someone will always take risks." Asahi Dongsheng curled his lips and replied: "If it weren't for the heavy workload here, I would have considered pulling Gede. Myne came here to join in the fun and make some extra money. I heard that in order to make a lot of money while lying down, the bounties here were even overpriced by the players! Do you think it’s outrageous?”
"You can see that." Duan Qing looked at the desperate soldiers who were still fighting everywhere in the battlefield with a headache, "Anyway, everyone is happy to see this, so everyone is rushing for heads and heads. Give away the head...Well, if you want me to do it,
I will get two adventure groups from both camps to kill each other, so that everyone can make a lot of money in the end. "
"With the current hostile attitude and level of hostility between the two sides, this trick should be difficult to implement."
Before Asahi Dongsheng could reply, the figure of Gedman, who had appeared here at some point and was about to cross the ravine in front, also approached: "Let's not talk about the war supervisors. Just this kind of cheating behavior falls on the players themselves. I’m afraid it won’t end well in my hands.”
"Oh? I thought there wasn't such a big hatred between us. After all, we all work with money." He cast a detection magic behind him in the direction where the other party appeared, and then Duan Qing nodded to Gedman: "Why? Like? Is it going well?"
"It's okay." As if he didn't want to mention it too much, the shield warrior just answered the question briefly, and then turned his attention to the battlefield: "And not everyone is necessarily paid to do things. Some came here spontaneously to join the war, and their specific motives varied."
"There are friends called by early participants, there are fighting enthusiasts who want to train themselves, there are camp supporters who come to help purely to defend their own power, and there are also people who come just to have fun." Asahi on the other side. Dongsheng scratched his cheek: "These guys are mixed with people who just want to be mercenaries, making the battlefield even more chaotic. Some people will do whatever it takes to maintain this war. The public opinion offensive outside the field is going all out, and the disputes here now are much more exciting than the drama between the principalities and empires, and they are no less impressive than your professional world three years ago."
"In short, wars - especially wars with endless numbers of people in the virtual world, can neither be predicted using ordinary tactical common sense, nor can they lead to a good ending." Waving his hand forward, Goldman signaled Others followed their lead: "Let's find a way to end this farce as soon as possible."
"Aren't we taking action now? Maybe we can behead a leader this time." Asahi Dongsheng, who followed him, also showed an excited expression: "This time it's all our Qingling adventure group. Members move out! With this formation and momentum, even gods and Buddhas will fall if they come!"
"Where did the battle and momentum come from? Please calm down." As expected, his words were refuted by Gedman in front: "Also, our Qingling Adventure Group is not the only one participating this time. , remember not to embarrass others."
"It's about reputation and face, how can it be called - ahem, how can it be called embarrassing?" The voice was a little louder unconsciously, and Chao Ri Dongsheng then restrained himself under the warning eyes of Duan Qing and Gedman. Get up: "Don't forget that we are still responsible for the competition. Since we are the organizers, we can't come up and lose momentum first... By the way, have our actions been broadcast now? Please help me see if my hair is messed up. ?」
"Of course not. Can an infiltration broadcast live to the whole world still be called an infiltration? Broadcasting and other things will be arranged when we get to the place." Duan Qing replied in a low voice angrily: "Let's go quickly, don't keep people waiting. "
"Wait? Who else is waiting for us?" Asahi Dongsheng asked subconsciously: "Didn't you say that the captain is going to——"
"She will come and join us soon." After interrupting the other party, the gray-robed magician concentrated his energy and continued to move forward: "No one is waiting."
"It's an NPC."
The terrain of the plains did not allow much space for hiding and marching quietly, so a few people gradually moved south along the shoals along the Tagbila River. Although the gap between the river and both banks did not provide enough cover, fortunately at this time The battlefield was fierce enough that almost no one had the time to pay attention to this side. The cold weather caused the river surface to almost freeze into ice. From time to time, red river water would pass under the transparent ice surface. The team that carefully avoided several cracked ice caves finally bypassed the Forest of Silence. Arriving at a path connecting the forest to the edge of Fenghua Plain: "...This should be right here."
"So it's her." Looking at the figure who seemed to have been waiting here for a long time, Goldman sighed and nodded: "How did you invite this great god? She is actually willing to come?"
"I said everything was for the revitalization of Fenghua Town. She herself
Then I agreed. " Putting away some of the shields that severely consumed magic energy, Duan Qing shrugged at the other party: "Don't forget where she comes from."
"Okay, I have indeed heard you tell this story." As the other party's words moved forward, Gedman, who removed his shield, took the lead in bowing to the petite figure and saluted: "Hello, Ni Your Excellency Na."
"Thank you for your support during the last evacuation operation."
Hearing these words, he turned around. The little girl in white standing on the roadside in front hugged the long withered wood staff to her chest. The staff, which was much taller than her body, also slightly covered her. Half of her face slightly covered her silent face, which showed a bit of melancholy: "...Hello."
"Miss Nina, do you still remember me? The last confrontation between you and Rava Thaurissan on the banks of the Tagbila River is still unforgettable." Extending a friendly handshake to the other party, Goldman tried He squeezed out a warm and sunny smile: "Those refugees who escaped from Fenghua Town have always been very grateful for your rescue and protection. Please allow me to convey this gratitude on their behalf."
"..."
"Uh, Miss Nina? Little Nina...ahem, what's wrong with her?"
"Let me do it."
Stretching his hand into the slightly awkward atmosphere, Duan Qing stepped forward to take Gedman's place, attracting the slightly dull eyes of the shield warrior who no longer paid attention to him. On the body: "I have to explain a little bit. We are about to go to the direction of Greenstone Village. The situation there is more complicated and unclear than Fenghua Town. It is also the location where the intelligence is more likely to be called the Magic Empire's lair. "
"It's not that we haven't sent manpower to Fenghua Town. In fact, the effect there should be there soon." Having said this, Duan Qing looked towards the other side of the Forest of Silence, where the war loomed on the far side of the plain. The mountain town pointed at the mountain town: "Of course this is just a feint attack. If we want to really capture that town, we must find a way to pull back the center of defense of the Magic Empire. Otherwise, the meat grinder battle just like the one on the road will be It will be performed forever in the Wind Flower Plains."
"Are you sure that telling our plan directly is a feasible way of communication?" Looking at Nina still standing there with no reaction, Asahi Dongsheng on the other side also reached out and covered his mouth and asked quietly: " Or is it that the good relationship between you and him is not enough?"
"What are you guessing?" Duan Qing held his forehead and sighed softly: "Okay, let me remind everyone again: the girl in front of you is a real weaver of destiny."
"She must have foreseen the fate of our trip, right?"
He turned his introducing hand in the direction of Nina, who raised her head slightly while holding the staff. After a while, she answered softly with her eyes still blank: "Nina won't say it, otherwise she'll see something." It will become unreal.”
"Well, it's very similar to your teacher's style." Duan Qing nodded with satisfaction: "It doesn't matter, just say something you can say."
"While Nina was waiting here, she saw a group of people." The girl in white was silent for a moment like a puppet, and then answered again with unruffled pupils: "They are also a group of adventurers. They seem to be chasing something. Target, and then also headed towards Green Stone Village."
"Weird, could it be that someone invaded there first?" After looking at each other with the two teammates behind him, Duan Qing sighed and crossed his arms: "Really, don't you know that this will alert the enemy? At least you have to do it first. Tell us—"
boom!
The sound of the explosion came from afar, and the light that rose earlier also rose brighter than the flames of war at the far end of the field of vision where several people turned around. Those lights continued to bloom and spread on the horizon occupied by Fenghua Town, bringing up The shock wave finally turned into a strong wind wave that was enough to reach them: "Oh, has this started?"
"Yes."
Then a calm voice came from the direction of the Forest of Silence. The gray-robed magician took a closer look and saw that he was also wearing a black cloak, but there was something between the cloak.
Numerous broken and scarred snow spirits and phantom ice have already stepped out of the shadows between the trees: "It has begun."
"So fast?" Duan Qing's surprise was palpable: "Shouldn't you... So what's going on over there in Fenghua Town?"
"I didn't say I wanted to set off the fireworks myself, why not hire mercenaries?" He tore off the cloak that was about to turn into strips of cloth and threw it aside. Xue Ling Huan Bing walked up and glared at Duan Qing's face. : "Or do you think what I said last night didn't count?"
"Let's go quickly, time waits for no one."
