wavenovel Chapter 57 The Gates of Hell Appear
Chapter 57 The Gates of Hell Appear
The Nightingale Knight chided, saying that she had gone to the small castle in Rose City to look for Lin Wei a few days ago, and a soldier had given her a letter.
The note simply read, "Come find me in Maple Leaf City," in Lin Wei's handwriting.
Upon further inquiry, the Nightingale Knight learned that the letter had been with the soldier for over a year.
"We've both successfully cultivated our breathing techniques to the fifth level." The Carp Knight's lips curled into a slight, helpless smile. "But it seems you've gone even further than us."
"Seriously, don't compare yourself to me." Lin Wei glared at him, swung his fist and punched him, saying irritably.
This kid always uses himself as a benchmark, is that reasonable? Isn't he just asking for trouble?
"What are your plans for the future?" Lin Wei leaned forward slightly and asked, his eyes full of concern.
Thanks to the previous raid on the Blood Frog Prince's camp, he still had two years' worth of Focus Potions left, which allowed him to "survive" in cultivation for another two years, so he wasn't too worried about resources.
"My father said I'm not suited to managing the territory; my path lies outside. I plan to travel throughout the continent." The Carp Knight spoke slowly, his gaze resolute. "Cultivating the Breathing Technique to the sixth level is too difficult; even with my talent, it would take decades. There's no rushing it. I've already cultivated the Breathing Technique to the fifth level. As long as I'm careful, I can go to most places on the continent."
Not every knight has Lin Wei's cheat-like ability to improve simply through training, allowing them to progress step by step. Most people are considered successful if they can cultivate their breathing technique to its maximum level before their time is up.
After cultivating to a certain level, most non-lord knights choose to travel and seek more opportunities.
"Indeed." Lin Wei nodded slightly, then looked at the Nightingale Knight and asked, "And you? Do you also plan to travel the continent?"
"I have to support myself, so I still have to work at the merchant guild." The Nightingale Knight shrugged, a hint of helplessness on his face. "Besides, it's inconvenient for female knights to travel."
"But I'm afraid I'll have to go to Blood Frog City, which is the territory of the Blood Frog Prince. The Merchant Guild said they're short of an auctioneer there." The Nightingale Knight gave a wry smile.
This answer surprised Lin Wei and his companion, as they all knew of the feud between Lin Wei and the Swan Prince and the Blood Frog Prince. They immediately began asking the Lark Knight about safety, their faces filled with worry.
"Alright, don't worry. I'm just going to make money, and Prince Bloodfrog won't notice me." The Lark Knight felt a warmth in his heart when he saw the two of them asking so eagerly, and his eyes reddened slightly. "Besides, he can't possibly know that my good teammate is the Mantis Knight he hates so much."
The three chatted for a while longer before saying their goodbyes.
The Carp Knight walked alone towards the Mayan Principality with his hands behind his back, his steps steady. The Lark Knight, on the other hand, turned and headed towards the territory of the Blood Frog Prince.
Watching their departing figures, Lin Wei's eyes were deep with thought: "There are countless paths to cultivation, but in the end, only I can accompany myself. I will follow in the footsteps of the wizards and seek immortality."
Lin Wei went back into the basement of the small castle.
"Next, I need to cultivate the Iron Lion Breathing Technique to the sixth level in one go. Only a Grand Knight can protect himself."
Spring goes and summer comes, autumn goes and winter comes. Outside, the cold wind howls and snowflakes flutter. Lin Wei is 33 years old, and it is the Frost Festival in December again.
[Iron Lion experience points +11, after being tripled by Deep Blue Face experience points +33]
[Iron Lion Breathing Technique: Tier 5 (16500/20000), Effect: Intermediate Defense, Maximum Requirement (2/3)]
Lin Wei woke up from his cultivation, rubbed his eyes, and began to browse the cultivation progress of the Deep Blue Surface.
"I've kept a low profile for the past year, spending most of my time cultivating. My cultivation progress has been as rapid as I expected. Besides my main Iron Lion Breathing Technique, I've also made considerable progress in other breathing techniques. My forging experience points have reached 15,000, and I'm close to advancing to the next level." Lin Wei's lips curled into a satisfied smile. "I'll just keep cultivating. If the sky falls, someone tall will hold it up."
Just then, the secret door to the basement was knocked on rhythmically.
"Knock...knock knock." The hidden door was knocked on, and the sound was particularly clear in the quiet basement.
"Lord Linwei, oh no, Lord Torbjörn, Prince Maple Leaf has come to visit, and he seems to have something urgent to discuss." Celia's anxious voice came from behind the door, her tone hurried and flustered.
"Oh? I'll come out and take a look." Lin Wei snapped out of his meditation, stood up, dusted himself off, and headed towards the sound.
Torbjörn was his alias in Maple Leaf City, something he had discussed with his subordinates beforehand. At this moment, he was also a little curious as to why the Prince of Maple Leaf had suddenly come to visit.
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In the spacious and bright reception room, the crystal chandelier emitted a soft glow, illuminating every corner.
"Lord Torbjörn, it's been a long time. I've witnessed the quality of the equipment you've crafted over the past year. Not only is it on time, but the quality has also steadily improved..." Prince Maple stood up, his face beaming with smiles, and immediately began to praise him. His enthusiastic manner made Lin Wei a little embarrassed, and he lowered his head slightly, his cheeks flushing.
"You may leave now." Lin Wei waved his hand, dismissing Celia and the others. The prince's strength was above his own, and if he heard anything they shouldn't, it wouldn't do their subordinates any good. He glanced warily around the room.
To be on the safe side, Lin Wei still used his inner voice to probe him again. The prince's originally "amiable" attitude turned even darker. Lin Wei frowned slightly and became secretly wary.
"This is a collaboration; we've discussed it before," Lin Wei said politely, with a gentle smile on his face.
"Haha, Master, this is more than just a partnership; we're friends." Prince Maple Leaf laughed heartily, patting Lin Wei on the shoulder. He deeply admired Master Torbjörn's forging skills; only he knew how rare it was to establish a friendship with a forger who hadn't yet made a name for himself. His expertise was irreplaceable, both for enhancing the territory's strength and for forging his own equipment.
"Your Highness is too kind. What brings you here?" Lin Wei smiled, a hint of doubt in his eyes. Generally, Prince Maple Leaf would send his steward to deal with him.
"I need to forge a batch of vibranium equipment. I wonder if the master has heard of it?" Prince Maple Leaf said with a serious expression and a furrowed brow.
"Vibranium? I don't know." Lin Wei shook his head.
"This vibranium-forged equipment is remarkably effective against demons." Prince Maple sighed, his eyes revealing worry. "I never expected that a gate to hell would appear in our eastern duchy, so close to our Kingdom of Atlantis. The zombies were already troublesome enough."