Arcane Lord

The existing magic system of Netheril comes from the [Scrolls of Netheril]. Shado has been coveting this set of mysterious scrolls that record countless knowledge for a long time.

As early as Shado confirmed that he had arrived in Netheril, he had always wanted to see the legendary [Scroll of Nether]. In the game on Earth, the description of [Scroll of Nese] was also very mysterious.

Some say it comes from the ancient founding race, some say it comes from the ancient elven kingdom, and some even say that the goddess of magic participated in the production of the scroll.

But in any case, it is okay to say that Netheril is based on this set of mysterious scrolls.

In the past, [Scrolls of Nese] were available for anyone to read. It was not until one set was stolen that it was changed to the current recommended reading system. It must be recommended by multiple archmages, or at least one archarcanist, and the recommended person At least you need to be a high-level mage.

Or, you can at least obtain the reading permission by becoming an Archmage, but you only have one chance per year.

One visible benefit brought by the title of "Pioneer" is the right to read the [Scroll of Resistance] once a year.

Last year, Xia Duo's reading rights were given to Niya. This year, he planned to use it himself. When Niya came back a few days ago, Xia Duo talked to her about the [Nese Scroll].

Niya told him that it was best to only read the first group, or even just one page was enough. The [Naise Scroll] not only records knowledge, but the scroll itself also has a very special power, so you must act according to your ability.

Of course, Chateau is doing well, but there is still a little thing that needs to be resolved before heading to Severton.

…

Savile Town, Port.

Chateau and the presidents of the three chambers of commerce, including Hans, Slavin, and Shanjin, stood on the embankment near the trestle, watching the dock porters constantly loading food onto the ship.

At Shado's request, the three chambers of commerce are preparing to send ships to Sevington to transport and collect people for Great Xia. Shado will go to Sevington this time. In addition to seeing the [Scroll of Nese], Shado will also go to the Sevington Council to apply. New citizens, this is the real reward represented by the [Silver Ring Badge].

Among the dozens of pioneers, only three pioneers, including Xia Duo, received this reward, which was almost unlimited population support, as long as the territory could sustain it.

Although the mainland has developed over the years and has almost no invasion by the orcs, and the population is somewhat overpopulated, there should be very few lords who would think that they have too many subjects.

It can be seen that the princess paid a lot of price here, and at least reached a compromise with most of the mainland lords.

In this case, Xia Duo must make good use of it, otherwise he will live up to the efforts of Her Royal Highness the Princess!

Xia Duo suddenly looked away from several cargo ships and asked the three guild presidents around him, "How long does it take to arrive at Severton?"

"Two months—maybe!"

"Huh?" Sha Duo immediately stared at President Hans who had just replied, "How long will it take?"

Chateau did not know anything about the voyage from Savile Town to Severington. He carefully asked Captain Owen, an old man who had spent most of his life on the boat, and told him that the river was gentle in winter, although there was no smooth sailing. It has the convenience of flow, but also reduces the trouble of countercurrent.

You must know that there are many sections of rivers to pass from Savile Town to Severington. Initially, the Wolfburg River flows in reverse, and then smoothly enters a large lake for a short time, and then flows upstream into the South Nether River, and finally the North Nether River flows all the way. north until it merges into the northernmost narrow sea.

And Severington is on the edge of the Narrow Sea.

Most of the way there is against the current, but in winter the water flow is gentle, which can save a lot of time. Old Owen told him that it takes about a month to go to Severton in winter.

It might be quicker to come back.

"Sir, I promise to reach Severington in one and a half months. If everything goes well, I can return to Daxia Territory within three months." The speaker was President Massa of the Slavin Chamber of Commerce.

It's understandable that people working on things want insurance, but those in charge only focus on the fastest and most efficient.

What can be done in two months must be postponed to three months, and it takes half the time for nothing. Xia Duo is naturally dissatisfied, "In this case, the time in Severton does not count. I ask you to use it as a time limit." If the voyage is reduced to less than two months, I will pay 10% more gold coins for each day reduced and use magic items to offset the price, but similarly, for each day it exceeds, I will pay 10% less.”

The Sevington Council organized the manpower and said it would take a month, but Xia Duo was not sure how long it would take. It might be shorter or longer. This should not be counted in the voyage.

This is actually a gambling contract. Although Xia Duo may have to pay a few more gold coins, considering that he is paying with magic items, he is not actually losing money.

Tilak's research has entered a new stage, and the price of magic items is not far away. Even if Tilak cannot wait, Shado will have new technology for making magic scrolls.

The [Transcription Technique] obtained from the projection plane can produce semi-finished scrolls in batches, and the time cost will be greatly reduced, which is something that none of the three presidents know.

Sure enough, after hearing about Sha Duo's gambling contract, President Fleck of the Shining Gold Chamber of Commerce immediately patted his chest and agreed, and the eyes of the other two presidents also shone with surprise.

"No matter how many days in advance you can, but remember, stable arrival is the prerequisite, otherwise, you will have to try my methods!"

"Don't dare! Don't dare! We understand!"

Seeing the cautious appearance of the three of them, Xia Duo suddenly lost interest, explained a few more words, handed over the handover document with the lord's mark to the three of them, and then teleported away directly.

…

After returning to Linshui Village, Xia Duo felt quite cordial when he met Priest Leiden again. He talked about the situation of the territory after he left. Of course, Leiden mainly talked and Xia Duo listened.

The Langas people of the Kahu tribe are trying to integrate into the Great Xia Territory. Their shaman just died not long ago. It was a time when they lacked faith and backbone. The Great Xia Territory took advantage of the opportunity to enter. It was also a matter of mutual consent.

After a conversation, Xia Duo's familiarity with the territory returned again. After all, it was a territory he opened up bit by bit, and it was not something that could be forgotten in a year or two.

It is now mid-February. If everything goes well, the first batch of people from the inland will arrive in Linshui Village in two months. Linshui Village must be prepared in advance.

By then, the weather will gradually warm up, and perhaps the second phase of Linshui Village construction can be started in advance.

Xia Duo had already planned the second phase of Linshui Village. Originally, he wanted to wait until the population developed to a certain extent before implementing it. Unexpectedly, the [Silver Ring Badge] also came with population, which put Linshui Village on the road of rapid development.

"I have to go out again and will be back in about three days. Have someone prepare some soft wood and cut it into wood chips. They will be useful when I come back."

Shado was preparing to make paper. Parchment can be used to make scrolls, but it is a bit wasteful to use it for general writing. Moreover, he can make as much paper as he wants, so he will not run out of paper when he wants to copy books in the projection plane.

He can fill up the entire time space, although it is impossible to copy the entire library with so much.

Although Leighton was curious about what Shado wanted the wood chips for, the lord did not say, and he would not ask. What Shado was most satisfied with was Leighton's character of obeying orders.

After explaining some details, Shado returned to the Tower of Time. With the help of the teleportation array here, he could quickly reach Seventon.