Chapter 1408 - 235: Now a Silver Peak Earl

Chapter 1408: Chapter 235: Now a Silver Peak Earl

Unlike the sunny plains of Canaan Moore’s primitive tropical jungle, the South Ridge forests centered around the Bison Mountain Range lean more towards a continuous rainy season, with numerous water systems in the mountainous forest environment.

Recently, heavy rains have been continuous. Within the Mountain People’s Autonomous Region, weather patterns that should have rendered travel impossible due to swelling rivers and muddy terrain had little impact due to the Xiawei Domain’s new policies. Under the call of the Dragon God’s Emissary, all mountain tribes have prepared the environment surrounding the main roads, which are built to be solid.

In the pouring rain, Scott, the manager of the Xiawei Domain, sat in a hot air balloon, overseeing the roads around the territory with Xiawei Domain’s Alchemy Supervisor, Gu Ying (Adalbert).

Lush forests, a shadowy gloom—vibrant stone lamps on both sides of the Xiawei Domain’s main road illuminate the road and its sides, making the entire territory appear vibrant and full of life.

It’s like the only light in the darkness.

"Why on earth did the lord call us out here..."

Scott was filled with confusion. Ever since receiving Ian’s remote communication a few days ago, he knew that their lord would take some time to return—not only due to matters in Canaan Moore but also because he had to deal with the Spirit Wisdom Court of Truth upon returning to The Empire.

As a Prophet, while he gained immense prestige, he also faced many visible or invisible constraints.

Therefore, when Ian sent a message this morning to inform him and Gu Ying to await the ’surprise that would appear on the outskirts of the city,’ he knew that this was absolutely a ’surprise’ that should not be known by other scouts in the territory, especially those from The Empire.

Even though the Great Prince and Marquis Barton had long been the most reliable friends, some trump cards must not be revealed even to allies.

"Be patient and wait a bit."

It seemed Gu Ying noticed Scott’s anticipation and tension, and gently reassured, "Ian always likes to plan thoroughly. If he hasn’t provided an accurate time, it means this matter is beyond his control."

"Conversely, the fact that he is willing to accept such an unexpected surprise means it is of greater value than we can imagine."

This was indeed the case.

Listening to Gu Ying’s reassurance, Scott gradually calmed down, but in contrast, his curiosity about Gu Ying was like a nighttime fog, growing thicker.

Who exactly is he? With top-notch alchemy skills, strength above the Second Energy Level, an easygoing and amicable nature without a thirst for power; apart from always asking for money, he’s basically a perfect alchemy supervisor...

If it weren’t for the mismatched eye color, Scott would seriously suspect that Gu Ying is Ian’s twin brother.

Just then, Gu Ying’s expression suddenly changed. He glanced at an empty plot in the outskirts of Xiawei Domain, where a grain storage center was supposed to be built but had yet to start.

In reality, beneath this ’granary’ was Xiawei Domain’s most secret underground experimental area.

"It’s here," the white-haired researcher said, followed by a ripple.

In the dim outskirts under the rainy weather, numerous silver speckles adorned the misty rain, slowly opening a gate.

Then, several metal containers the size of shipping containers began to transport out from this gate.

"It’s here!"

At this moment, without any hesitation, Scott, along with Gu Ying, jumped out of the balloon. The white-haired Deceased Monarch researcher guided them towards the ground, drifting to the vicinity of the containers.

Seeing this scene, Scott truly felt a sense of surprise inside—though teleportation was indeed a skill possessed by some with powerful inheritances, it required at least a Fourth Energy Level Sublimation Skill to be used.

The use of teleportation to transport materials signifies their invaluable nature, and more importantly, there are even Sublimators willing to help their lord...

It seems like wherever our lord goes, someone is always there to help?

"This is..."

Scott carefully read the description on the containers, and couldn’t help but widen his eyes, "Terminal Core Chip?"

"Is this... the Core Production Line?!"

He knew about terminals, which had been further developed from crystal plate technology, already replacing identity cards and various documents in Canaan Moore, becoming the sole tool for elves to prove their identity and conduct transactions.

Recently, Ian sent back papers to Xiawei Domain stating he wanted to introduce terminals, laying the groundwork for a new generation of management technology in Xiawei Domain... Yet he didn’t expect that after just a trip to Canaan Moore, their lord would even bring the core production line back?!

This way, once Ian obtains the trial qualification for empire terminals, he can rightfully produce his own independent-specification terminals and conduct related experiments.

"Embrace Light..."

Meanwhile, Gu Ying also exclaimed in a low voice, "The most cutting-edge Bio-Alchemy equipment core components... With this batch, the Central Research Laboratory’s equipment can all be updated!"

Although Scott couldn’t entirely grasp the concept of fully updating all the laboratory’s components, the fact that even Gu Ying was amazed attested to its value exceeding his imagination!

In reality, Adalbert was more astounded than Scott anticipated: "These are... components as specialized as those in Avak Laboratory! My God, with equipment of this precision, my research can advance even further... even resume breakthroughs from previous research!"

"The Deceased Monarch’s technology can still be improved!"

Yet, whether it was Scott or Adalbert, the biggest thought in their minds at that moment remained.