Chapter 87 - 83: Could He Really Be the Saint Master?

Man Xiu stayed in Frost Leaf Town for three days.

Luo De handed over the handling of goods to Lawrence, while he and Durant busied themselves with matters concerning the militia.

It was only on the fourth day, when Man Xiu was preparing to leave, that Luo De appeared to bid him farewell.

On this trade journey, Man Xiu not only did not receive a single Copper Coin but ended up handing over one hundred seventy Gold Coins to Luo De.

And besides that, thirty large barrels of salt were left behind.

"Lord Baron, please take good care of these Gold Coins. Next time, I’ll bring goods for exchange."

Man Xiu’s words carried a tinge of bitterness.

These Gold Coins were already more than half of Man Xiu’s private assets, given all at once, which made him feel somewhat reluctant.

But thinking of the goods on the wagon, Man Xiu was filled with confidence.

"Haha, good!"

Luo De agreed heartily, eager to trade Gold Coins for goods.

Gold Coins held no value in hand; they needed to be spent to transform into power.

Then, Luo De remembered something and asked in a low voice, "What is the usual price for Extraordinary Gems?"

"Extraordinary Gems... their price is very uncertain."

Man Xiu thought for a moment and explained, "Some people talk about them being very magical, but many think they’re worthless, so they can be as cheap as a hundred Gold Coins, while the extravagant ones are a thousand Gold Coins."

"If it’s around a hundred Gold Coins, could you get me two, two different ones?"

Luo De just wanted to know the effect of Extraordinary collections but didn’t intend to spend all his wealth.

Two hundred Gold Coins were the most Luo De could accept right now.

If Man Xiu could really collect a hundred Gold Coins for an Extraordinary Gem, then his next delivery would be enough payment.

Of course, a hundred Gold Coins for an Extraordinary item wasn’t expensive.

It’s just that Luo De is a bit strapped for cash right now.

"Alright."

Man Xiu responded, then asked, "What kind of Extraordinary Gems do you need?"

"I want all except for Life Gems, Spirit Gems, Magic Gems."

With tight finances, Luo De naturally prioritized those he didn’t have.

"Well, if there’s nothing else, I should set off."

"To be cautious, hire a Guard Team when you get to Border City."

Luo De advised.

Man Xiu had mentioned hiring his soldiers, but Luo De’s army couldn’t be divided and couldn’t provide any support to Man Xiu.

"Yes, I will."

Man Xiu nodded, bowed, and set out with the caravan.

After watching Man Xiu leave, Luo De continued planning the grain transportation roads through the farmland.

That was the easiest task for Luo De at the moment.

As the road construction team worked, Luo De relaxed and played with two little Two-legged Flying Dragons, as if on a holiday.

Such days were unbearable for Luo De after two days; he then devoted all free time to cultivation.

"Clang!"

On the grassy hillside, two blunt weapons collided, and Gang Le retreated repeatedly, his hand tingling.

"Great! Let’s go again!"

Gang Le, clad in heavy plate armor, picked up the War Axe and charged at Luo De again.

Luo De looked at the fierce Gang Le, smiled, and casually swung the Great Sword to easily block the War Axe, forcefully repelling Gang Le.

Gang Le refused to accept defeat, launching continuous attacks, all of which were easily blocked by Luo De.

After fighting half a day, Gang Le gasped, "Huff, something doesn’t feel right. I’ve never seen anyone use a Great Sword like a one-handed sword.

You don’t need to exert effort to swing it freely, and you’re always faster than me. I can’t win."

Luo De chuckled, "Actually, I’m not using all of my strength. I’m focusing more on honing my technique right now."

Durant believed that Luo De’s current strength was sufficient, and that proficient Sword Skills and combat experience would enhance his prowess faster than Breathing Technique Cultivation.

"You haven’t used all your strength?"

Gang Le tossed aside his axe and Round Shield, "I’m done, not playing anymore."

"Hahaha!"

Luo De laughed a couple of times and consoled, "Your stamina is quite impressive too, fighting this long while wearing armor."

Gang Le chuckled twice, then approached mysteriously,

"By the way, do you remember what I reported to you about my stamina suddenly improving?"

Luo De nodded.

What Gang Le mentioned was precisely the stamina boost from the Flesh Harvester.

"I discovered it was related to eating meat a couple of days ago!"

Gang Le said excitedly as if uncovering a monumental secret, "That night at Suse’s place, while preparing something at midnight, I suddenly felt utterly exhausted.

I was so scared, I thought I was going to die!"

"I originally planned to ask Lady Luna to see what was wrong with me, but the next noon I ate a rabbit, and everything was fine!"

Luo De pretended to be surprised and asked, "So you didn’t eat meat the night before?"

"Yeah, I was so eager when I saw Suse that I didn’t have dinner.

She happened to be out of meat at home, and I only had some bread that night."

Gang Le continued, "I even let Doron and Jase try it out, and they experienced the same thing."

Luo De glanced at Gang Le and said nonchalantly, "Then eat more meat. I’ve never skimped on feeding you guys meat."

"Yes, we started eating meat every day afterward."

Gang Le sat on the ground, looked up at Luo De, seemingly wanting to say something but stopping himself, and lowered his head.

Luo De saw his expression and asked, "Speak your mind."

"Nothing, sir, it’s just us brothers can’t understand why our stamina suddenly increased until those Wildmen arrived, and it started making sense."

Gang Le shuffled toward Luo De, lowered his voice, and said:

"You’re not really the Master of the Holy Land, are you?"

Luo De turned his head, looking at Gang Le’s expectant, amazed expression, feeling incredulous.

How could this guy believe such charlatan trickery from the Wildmen prophets?

Yet Luo De kept his face expressionless, asking, "Why would you think that?"

"That’s the only explanation for our bodies’ abnormal reactions."

Gang Le scratched his head and continued, "Our bodies never experienced these abnormalities before joining your domain.

I even asked other natives and slaves here; they didn’t experience such things until you arrived."

Gang Le looked at Luo De pleadingly, "The only common factor among us is you."

Luo De was momentarily stunned after hearing Gang Le’s words.

Gang Le compared the identities of the townspeople, slaves, and himself, ruling out other possible influences.

Ultimately, Gang Le concluded the most likely cause of their enhanced stamina was Lord Luo De.

Never imagined this guy to be perceptive despite his simplicity.

"Makes sense!"

Luo De pondered for a moment, feigned surprise, and said, "Could Prophet Bai Shuang of the Wildmen have been right all along?"

"I think so!"

Gang Le nodded emphatically, reaffirming his thoughts.

"Let’s wait and see, maybe it’s just a coincidence?"

Luo De opposed with a hint of doubt.

But the more he did, the more determined Gang Le’s gaze became.

——No need to say more, you are indeed.

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