"And you still have classes to attend. An empty head won’t be able to help your brother Luo De, you know."

Avril coaxed Milly gently.

In fact, Avril didn’t mention the most important point.

Whether it’s the Magic Potion Workshop or the Blacksmith Shop, they both need Milly now.

Especially when developing new magic potions and making magic jewelry, having Milly around increases the success rate.

The happier Milly is, the higher the success rate.

Yumi and Senda often got unhappy because they competed over Milly.

Fortunately, neither of them holds grudges, and they occasionally need to cooperate, so it doesn’t lead to any unpleasantness.

"Alright then."

Milly raised her head with determination, "I won’t let my head be empty!"

"Yes, once everything is settled, sister will bring you over."

Avril promised with a smile.

At that moment, a "knock knock knock" sounded at the door.

"Come in."

Avril straightened up and spoke softly.

The Guard pushed the door open and walked in quickly, bowing.

Immediately, the Guard stepped forward swiftly, presenting what was in his hands to Avril,

"Madam, Blom, from the north exploration, found an unidentified ore. Please identify it."

Leia put down the package in her hands, stepped forward voluntarily, opened the leather bag, and took out a fist-sized dark blue stone.

"This is..."

Avril’s bright eyes were full of surprise and joy.

...

...

"Demon Crystal vein?"

While having lunch, Luo De immediately stopped and looked earnestly at Vivian: "Are you sure?"

"I’m sure."

Vivian nodded vigorously, "Sister first compared it with pictures in the classics, and then had Master Senda confirm it. It is indeed Demon Crystal."

"That’s fantastic!"

Luo De, in high spirits, praised, "Blom has made a great contribution this time and must be rewarded."

Demon Crystal is hard currency among spellcasters, almost everything related to magic uses Demon Crystal.

The energy in Demon Crystal is evenly and stably distributed, making it more stable in making magic scrolls, alchemy, and magic potions.

Demon Crystal can also be used to create spellcaster training rooms, improving meditation efficiency.

In a word, the essence of Demon Crystal is energy, similar to oil and electricity from Luo De’s previous life.

If one wants to become truly powerful as a spellcaster, Demon Crystal is indispensable.

"Where did Blom find it?"

Joyful yet suddenly alert, Luo De reacted, "Didn’t we search there already?"

"Right in the place we searched."

Vivian thought for a moment and said, "It was that time when the three of us were on the grass, and sister was feeling cold."

"Blom followed the markings to search for silver mine but found nothing."

"Then he discovered the Demon Crystal vein."

"I seem to remember a bit."

Luo De mused thoughtfully.

Mine exploration certainly wouldn’t overlook a Demon Crystal vein.

According to Vivian’s description, it seemed that the silver mine had mutated under certain influences.

Looks like more manpower is needed to search other veins.

"Tell Avril to immediately send people to mine this Demon Crystal vein."

Luo De snapped back, commanding, "Get them to use these Demon Crystals as quickly as possible for Yumi, Zhuo Ya, and Senda."

"Additionally, have Senda start forging magical weapons like the Bloody Axe, which Knights can use."

"Understood, sir."

Vivian responded and then lowered her head to relay Luo De’s orders back to Frost Leaf Town.

Luo De then waved to summon guard Serge,

"Notify the kitchen to roast two more lamb legs!"

Luo De paused, then immediately corrected himself, "No, roast ten sheep and have everyone join in the feast!"

"Yes, sir!"

Serge responded with a delighted expression.

He then turned to deliver the order, unconsciously taking note of the Demon Crystal.

Although unsure of what it was, it was something that pleased the Lord.

In the future, he must not pass it up if encountered, offering it to the Lord would surely grant him great rewards.

...

...

As the Frost Iron Guard in the manor enjoyed the roast lamb, Durant and Gang Le arrived at the manor.

"Is today a special occasion?"

Gang Le asked the Frost Iron Guard, swallowing involuntarily.

"I don’t know, sir. This is a reward from the Lord."

The Frost Iron Guard cut off a large piece and handed it to Gang Le, "Would you like a taste?"

Before Gang Le could answer, Durant refused, saying, "We have important business, you continue eating."

After speaking, Durant glanced at Gang Le and walked straight to the conference hall.

Luo De had just finished lunch and came out, and both Durant and Gang Le bowed in salute.

"Alright, there’s no need for you two to be so formal."

Luo De casually waved his hand and asked, "Have you had lunch?"

"We just grabbed a quick bite on the way back."

Durant began reporting first, "The Duke of Flowers’ letter has been sent, but the Eldest Princess refuses to write the letter of persuasion."

"She requests an audience with you first, only then will she write."

"Tell her, I’ll see her after she’s written it."

Luo De said indifferently, "She doesn’t have to write it either. Once I’ve gathered the Duke of Flowers’ troops, the army will flatten every city of the Royal Family."

"By that time, there won’t be a shred of mercy, every member of the Shuiyan Royal Family will hang on the walls of Riyue City."

Luo De does not like slaughter.

But sometimes, only blood can make people see reality.

And the reason Luo De still retains mercy is out of respect for the White Wolf.

"Yes, sir."

Durant nodded, then presented the report to Luo De,

"There are thirty-three thousand prisoners from the Silver Thorn Legion, with an estimated fourteen thousand deserters."

After the report, Durant couldn’t help sighing inwardly.

The Silver Thorn is considered elite, but they can’t suppress their fear when facing a five-headed dragon.

In reality, the five-headed dragon didn’t kill many; most were defeated by fear and loss of command.

The later-arriving legions didn’t have time to respond and surrendered under the orders of Silver Thorn’s commander Kael.

Otherwise, Durant wouldn’t have captured so many prisoners smoothly.

Even if there were fifty thousand pigs in the wild forests, it would take one or two weeks to catch them all, let alone people.

"Silver Thorn is a pretty good name for a legion, let’s keep it."

Luo De ordered, "Change the captains and commanders of each legion... Is that commander Kael willing to submit?"

"He refused."

Durant sighed slightly, saying with some regret, "He is extremely loyal to the Duke of Flowers."

"In that case, I won’t break them up."

Luo De appreciated such loyal knights, even if they couldn’t be used for his purposes.

"So, tell Kael, if the Duke of Flowers is willing to give up all his wealth to save him."

Luo De paused, then said with a smile, "Then Kael can continue to follow the Duke of Flowers and mine in the Northern Wilderness, but he must give up cultivating the Breathing Technique."

After all, Kael is a top knight, and his personal strength cannot be underestimated.

"I will have Lusen prepare a poison that destroys the body. After drinking it, Kael will be like an ordinary person."

"Understood, I’ll inform them later." Durant nodded in response.

"There’s no rush on this matter, you all have been working hard these days."

Luo De’s tone softened a little, "Take more rest and let your subordinates share more of the work."

"Fighting is mentally and physically taxing, remember to relax."

"Thank you for your concern."

Durant’s face showed a smile, and he immediately felt a bit of warmth in his heart.

"Come on, I’ll have the kitchen prepare some more dishes, you two can eat here."

Luo De wrapped an arm around Durant’s shoulder and looked at Gang Le,

"Just now, this guy swallowed seven or eight times."

"Hehe, sir."

Gang Le scratched his head, "Can’t help it, the roast lamb in this courtyard is too tempting."

"You, always focused on food, are already a legion commander..."

Luo De originally wanted to remind Gang Le to maintain his image, but thought better of it.

It’s already well-known that Gang Le likes to visit widows’ courtyards.

It’s irretrievable.

...

Durant and Gang Le had a hearty meal at the manor and didn’t leave until the afternoon.

Just as they reached the manor’s gate, Ola appeared on a white wolf.

"Lord Ola."

Durant and Gang Le saluted in turn.

"There’s no need for such formality between us; I hope we can still interact like before."

The White Wolf said, then changed the subject, "I want to visit Atrey."

"If the lord agrees, of course." Durant replied.

At this time, Luo De walked over from behind and said, "Let Ola go."

After speaking, Luo De looked at the White Wolf, "Have your niece think more about this Empire, not the Shuiyan Royal Family’s rule."

"I will."

The White Wolf bowed his head and solemnly said, "Thank you for giving her the chance, Luo De." 𝐟𝐫𝕖𝗲𝘄𝚎𝗯𝕟𝐨𝕧𝐞𝚕.𝕔𝕠𝐦

"It’s only right, you’re my companion."

Luo De waved with a smile, "Go on."

The White Wolf nodded and left the manor with Durant.