To put it nicely, it's called an armed exercise.
To put it bluntly, I asked to see yours.
"Since the brave man is so cheerful, I won't hide it from you."
Herinen pondered for a moment, and then said slowly: "Actually, I have my own purpose for this military exercise."
Zhou Li, who had already made plans, was not surprised by this sudden proposal, but he had to do the superficial work. Zhou Li frowned slightly, with an expression that was half surprised and half interesting, and asked Herinen, "What are you referring to?"
"well."
Helinen sighed worriedly. He did not engage in those Riddler behaviors of "we will talk about it later", but directly said to Zhou Li: "Do you know about ore disease?"
"Understand something."
Zhou Li nodded, frowned and replied, "As far as I know, those monsters that caused damage at the airport last time were patients with ore disease."
"That's right."
Herrinin's old face was a little sad, and his tone was a little low, "Ore disease...our curse. I have been sitting in the emperor's seat for thirty-five years, thinking about all the things about this ore disease all the time. It's just It's like a cancerous tumor growing in the bodies of the Tariq people. We want to cut off this cancerous tumor, but the healers cannot heal themselves, and can only watch tens of thousands of creatures suffer from the ore disease."
here we go.
Zhou Li felt a chill in his heart. He knew that Herinen had begun to test him. Whether he can legitimately lead his legion into the west depends on this move.
"Is this ore disease so serious?"
With an expression of surprise, Zhou Li asked puzzledly: "Is it possible that even Tariq's magic technology and many doctors are helpless against this ore disease?"
"Alas, Mr. Zhou doesn't know something."
Herining shook his head, with a bit of sadness and unwillingness in his tone, and explained to Zhou Li: "This ore disease is like a curse, it does not obey the pathology at all. This disease will only infect Tariq people, and Once infected, the body will irreversibly crystallize. Unless you keep taking a medicine, you will turn into a monster in the final stage and cause trouble everywhere."
Show weakness, cry strength, speak reason. Lao He, you old boy is really not someone to be around.
Hearing this, Zhou Li pondered for a moment. He didn't show any anxiety and directly shouted to fight for Tariq. At the same time, he didn't have anything to do with himself, and looked like he was rejecting others. He looked sympathetic and hesitant, as if he was considering how to respond.
Seeing this, Herinen did not show any contempt or relaxation. He knew that Zhou Li was definitely not a good person. After all, he was able to take away the fat piece of Twilight Forest from Magnum III, and at the same time, he also made Magnum III suffer the consequences of being dumb. This Zhou Li's methods and temperament are absolutely extraordinary.
"If my prediction is correct, is what you want me to do for you related to mineral sickness?"
Faced with Zhou Li's lack of words, Herinen nodded and sighed: "Yes, it's ore disease."
"Tariq has only east and no west."
Looking at Zhou Li in front of him, Herinen said slowly: "Before I came to power, Tariq once carried out the development of the western region. The investment in manpower, material and financial resources was extremely huge, and the entire country worked together to develop the wild west. The land was developed into a rich city-state. Although there were signs of ore disease at that time, because the effect was not obvious and the contagion was not strong, we did not pay too much attention to it."
Speaking of this, a guilty look flashed in Herinen's eyes, "After I took office, the ore disease suddenly broke out in the west. In just six months, almost all developers in the west were wiped out, and they were all affected by this weird ore. There are many cases of infection even in Tariq. If it were not for the help of the Life Church, I am afraid that Tariq would also be invaded by this disease."
"Now Tariq is surrounded by the Church of Life, and the Wall of Sighs separates the east and west, preventing the spread of ore disease. However, the original developers and aborigines in the west cannot return to Tariq. Because of the Church's Due to the environmental reasons, we are unable to release supplies on a large scale. The climate in the west itself is poor, and coupled with the monster after the ore disease worsens, the living environment of the people in the west is extremely worrying."
At the end of the day, Herinen sighed more often than he had in ten years combined. He tapped the table lightly and continued: "Although the cloud of ore disease still hangs over Tariq's head, we still have not given up on the west. In order to better explore the origin of ore disease and save those in the west Among the civilians in the depths, some scientific researchers chose to go to the west in person and establish outposts.”
"Among the many outposts we have established, there is an outpost called Red War that is closest to the deep west and has the most dangerous and harsh environment. This outpost has the heaviest mission and is also home to those murderous crystal spies. The goal."
"A few days ago, the Red Outpost sent an early warning, saying that many crystal spies were heading towards the outpost. After paying the price of 1,300 professionals, this group of crystal spies were repulsed, and at the same time, the Red Outpost The outpost also retreated to the Hope Outpost with the most valuable intelligence and refugees. But now, these crystal spies have begun to harass the Hope Station on a small scale. According to predictions, these crystal spies will launch a large-scale attack in three months. Attack, Hope Station can’t resist it no matter what.”
"Where is your legion?"
Hearing this, Herinen shook his head and replied with a wry smile: "That's the problem. Although ore disease only appears sporadically in Tariq's territory, once you leave the shelter of the Life Formation and head to the west, Tariq People will be infected with this disease. And according to research, in the west, the higher the professional level of the Tarik people, the higher the infection rate. I also want to send legions to destroy the crystal conspirators, but this will only make more soldiers infected. Disease, in the end, becomes part of Jinggui."
Zhou Li nodded in realization, thus explaining why Tariq had never attacked the west in his previous life. If this is the case, Tarik is really miserable. This is a typical endless loop with no solution.
"Do you want me to help you protect the Hope Station?"
Faced with Zhou Li's inquiry, Herining shook his head, "No, that would be tantamount to putting you in crisis. Jinggui is very powerful, and the west is their home field. We are determined not to fight with them in the deep west." Fight.”
"I hope you can go to the Hope Station in the west and help me escort the information from the outpost back to Tarik. That's all."
"Don't worry, I will give you reasonable compensation."
Herinen did not think that it was only natural for a brave person to save people. He looked at Zhou Li and said sincerely: "Please rest assured that Tariq is not a mean country. We will support you unconditionally with all the human, material and financial resources you need." . And you can make any requests at will, and we will try our best to satisfy you."
"this…"
Zhou Li was not in a hurry to accept it, and of course he did not reject it. Seeing this, Herinen did not ask further questions, but said understandingly: "You don't have to rush to answer me immediately. If you have the intention to help us, you can contact me at any time. We will conduct a military exercise and we will discuss the details at that time." Discuss in detail.”
"That's fine."
Zhou Li nodded, "Don't worry, as a brave man, I will definitely not ignore death. But after all, my legion is tired from the journey, and I haven't participated in this kind of battle for a long time. Please let me think about it, and I will give you an answer immediately." of."
"It's okay. You can participate in the martial arts competition first and get a taste of Tariq's customs. I hope you can fall in love with this land, which will also satisfy the selfishness of this old man like me."
After making a joke, Herinen and Zhou Li tacitly began not to talk about it. The two continued to talk, but they all talked about the local customs and customs of the world. Sometimes they also talked about politics or culture.
Eluma accompanies Zhou Li, and she likes to be by the side when Zhou Li talks about those things with others. Many of the things Zhou Li said were very novel and also very reasonable. But what she liked most was Zhou Li's high-spirited posture and confident face when he was telling those wonderful knowledge.
Lin Ling and Evan were reminiscing on the empty balcony. The two had not seen each other for many years. Although they exchanged many letters, they had never met each other. Lin Ling knew how burdensome Evan's identity was, and Evan also realized that Lin Ling was carrying a lot of things. When they met again and saw their old friends find their lost relatives, Evan felt happy and started chatting about those boring but interesting past events.
The Al brothers and sisters and Aziz had business conflicts with various officials and merchants. At this time, the United Chamber of Commerce had an astonishing wealth. They really wanted to get some technology from the technologically advanced Tariqi. Taking advantage of Zhou Li's trend, the three of them began to work together, hoping to pry a hole.
Don Quixote and Torea chatted with Roca and Tia. Of course, most of the time, Tia talked a lot enthusiastically, Roca on the side echoed a few words, Don Quixote communicated, and Torea nodded in agreement. But it was this wonderful combination that made everyone chat with interest.
Kaya, who was in the children's group, did not have so many twists and turns. She and Linghai hid aside and began to sweep away the delicacies that no one cared about. Ever since the switch was activated by Eluma, Linghai, who was originally aloof, began to gradually reveal his nature as a foodie. Under Eluma's feeding day after day, Linghai also began to like food. Kaya is very simple, she just likes to eat, that's all.
These two descendants of the Void get along quite well. After all, they are half-sisters, so the two get along quite well.
The party lasted for a long time before it ended. Don Quixote and Torea made new friends, Kaya Linghai had a great time, and Zhou Li and Eluma also had a great time chatting with Herinen. Brother and sister Lin Zi and Aier got an opportunity and were plotting how to pry into a company's technical corner. Lin Lingze and Evan reminisced a lot and agreed to visit the reclusive teacher together sometime.
Everyone is very happy.
Except Yin Jue.
"This kid is quite capable."
In a room dominated by silver, Yinjue threw the information on the table. He looked at the table with his forehead and said with a half-smile: "Now the entire underground market thinks that I am going to kill Zimu and swallow a whole piece of cake by myself."
"Are they stupid?"
Mr. Yin on the side frowned and asked in confusion: "You and Tariq have been in charge of the underground black market for so many years without any problems, and you have not extended your hand once more. Now this kid just fools around, and these people are... Do you believe that? Are they crazy?"
"No, they're not crazy."
Yinjue shook his head and explained patiently: "They know that I most likely don't want to kill Zimu, but this guy Zhou Li used various means to create this atmosphere. Some people who are tired of our control naturally It will pop up, that’s normal.”
"Don't they understand our strength and the strength of the brave?"
Suppressing the anger in his heart, Mr. Yin was full of resentment, "He is just a brave man, his wealth is only one million gold coins, and his profession does not have a few demigods or gods. Don't these idiots in the underground black market know that Tariq Who is the real uncrowned king?"
“What business teaches is only church.”
Knocking on the table, Yinjue reminded: "Don't forget, this church is always the private property of our gods. And the brave is the favorite of the gods. If we really have a conflict with the brave, don't worry about how much money and wealth we have. The strong will in the end become the swords of the gods piercing us."
"Then we have to suffer the loss of being dumb?"
Mr. Yin felt a little powerless when he heard this. For twelve moments, Zhou Li was their nemesis, the one who could eat to death.
"No."
What encouraged Mr. Yin was that Yin Jue did not accept the loss of being dumb. He shook his head, chuckled and said to Mr. Yin: "The gods will favor Zhou Li in big matters, but after all, this brave man does not respect our gods that much. Therefore, in some trivial matters, the gods will not favor Zhou Li. Make a deflection.”
"what do you mean…"
"Don't make a big deal out of your gaffe, and don't send any legions to leave any evidence."
Putting the silver coin beside him on the table and looking at the lines on it, Yinjue narrowed his eyes and said meaningfully: "I know this old guy Herinin, and he will not let anyone cause harm to the people of Tariq. The brave man acts recklessly.”
"I see."
Mr. Yin showed an excited look on his face and said in a low voice: "What do you think of the brave man who accidentally killed the police detective who came to the black market to investigate when he was fighting for fame and fortune?"
"I have no idea."
Yin Jue smiled and shook his head and said softly: "I can't know about this kind of thing..."
"clear."
Mr. Yin nodded, and he immediately understood what Yin Jue meant. He took out a gold coin and placed it on the table, with the corners of his mouth slightly raised.
"Detective Pinkerton is a good chess piece."
Glancing at the magician's logo on the gold coin, Yin Jue nodded and said nothing. Mr. Yin naturally understood everything. He put away the silver coins and left the office.
