Arcane Linguist

Chapter 293 The tree wants to be still but the wind doesn’t stop, the king is assassinated

"Lord Bolas, you..."

Roland did not expect that Bolas's condition had deteriorated to this point.

Has he been having a hard time lately?

"Ahem...I'm fine, at least I won't die in a short time.

Compared with this, another thing is really serious! "

Bolas waved his hand, stopped Roland from stepping forward, and said solemnly.

"I actually didn't tell the truth before. It's not that demonic pollution may appear in the city and cause changes... but it has already appeared!"

"what?"

Roland was surprised.

"If it is not handled properly, Reiner's world will be in chaos, and Atrein will have to invest more funds and personnel here.

At that time, it is very likely that... I will have to give up this world! "

Roland quickly asked for details.

Bolas said: “Although Reiner’s world was conquered by us a hundred years ago, there has always been sporadic resistance, even involving high-level forces.

This involves the core interests of the empire, which is the magic crystal mine that was once owned by the Tinyala tribe and later fell into our hands!
Around it, the empire has waged wars with multiple civilizations and races, including devils and forces connected with those hellish devils. "

"You mean, Reiner World actually got help from those contenders?"

"That's right, if it weren't for foreign aid, they wouldn't be able to do this."

"Then this will be troublesome."

Reiner's world itself has fallen to the level of low magic and cannot pose any threat to Atrein.

But under the influence of external forces, everything is full of variables.

"I want to remove the nails they arranged here as soon as possible, so I can't guard the tower during this period, but you don't show any abnormality. It's best to continue singing and dancing to calm people's hearts and confuse those who are staring at the mage. Tower’s spy.”

Archmage Bolas assigned Roland a task.

"Singing and dancing... Okay, I understand."

Isn't it just tight on the inside and loose on the outside?

Bolas can't go out to investigate. There are rumors and rumors everywhere in the city, and there is panic inside, right?

……

After the conversation, Archmage Bolas secretly left Tyrell City to go about his own business.

It is quite convenient for a mage like him who masters teleportation spells to travel to various places.

He can move around major cities through the anchor points he left before. If necessary, he can rush back to Terry City by making emergency contact.

But in order to avoid being discovered by those informants, he left behind a phantom clone that appeared in public from time to time.

Roland acted in accordance with his instructions.

For mages, the best way to quickly divert attention is to hold an arcane salon to discuss new research topics.

Just recently, members who originally belonged to the Eutodocus School have changed jobs one after another and joined the Seris School.

Roland simply took this opportunity to hold a symposium to let everyone get to know each other and talk about the next major research.

Inside the Mage Tower, Seris Academy.

"The current main research directions of our Siris school include Siris runes, Siris talismans (divine transformation), Siris magic cards (relevant research on calligraphy and printing), power words, and prayers. Research on Siris spells and more...

In addition, there is another very good trick, which is to translate the original traditional spells and make magical modifications.

You can pay attention according to your own abilities and interests. If you want to start a research, you can discuss it with me. "

As Roland spoke, everyone began to discuss privately.

"Your Excellency Roland controls the funds related to the Seris Runes. 'One hundred words per issue', 'One word ten thousand gold', which can easily amount to millions of gold coins. You really have the confidence to speak!"

"It's not just the confidence given by the committee. Projects such as the Siris Magic Card can make money in themselves. Various arcane achievements are also equivalent to gold mines. I have long been interested in studying one or two..."

"Maybe we can try the spell aspect..."

Among everyone present, the most excited one was Moreira.

He was originally a third-party member of the Siris School, and was assigned to the Silena Mage Tower, so he was inevitably marginalized.

But now, the influence of the Seris School has finally extended there, and he can conduct related research very conveniently.

"Roland, although there was an accident in this Phantom Magic Card Open, from an arcane perspective, it was quite successful.

We plan to officially start research on Contract Spirits related to magic cards. "

After the symposium, he and Blaise went to Roland's office to find him to discuss funding issues.

Although they themselves are also high-level mages, if they have the endorsement of Roland, the leader of the school, they will undoubtedly be able to apply for more national funds and greater convenience.

"This is no problem. I will write a letter of recommendation for you in my own name, but remember not to involve the realm of demons and abyss. These are a bit sensitive now."

Roland graciously agreed to their request.

"Sir Roland, I have a project here that has already made progress when I was at Silena Mage Tower. I wonder if you are interested."

Another day, a former member of the Autodocus School who was about to return came to say goodbye and put forward his request with a bit of trepidation.

His name is Pendos, and he is an intermediate mage who specializes in the study of spells and runes.

"Oh? It's still an old project that has been studied for two and a half years?"

Roland suddenly became interested.

This is very easy to produce results. After all, there has been some accumulation, and it may even be just the last step.

If it is the kind that has no future, you can just cut it off with the excuse that you have been studying it for too long. There is no pressure at all.

Pendos said: "Yes, I hope to miniaturize the "Fireball" in the spell scroll and make it into a convenient and easy-to-use spell type. Recently, I was inspired by your Siris magic card and wanted to make it into a corresponding spell. Magic cards.

I named it 'Detonator'..."

This thing reminded Roland of a fantasy item in a certain anime in Blue Star in his previous life.

The detonating talisman may seem ordinary at first glance, but in fact, it can definitely be regarded as a strategic material that can change the shape of war, and has a very high value.

Its power should be similar to that of a grenade, but it should be easier to carry and more flexible to use.

Just like the printing technology in the past, this kind of thing is carefully crafted in the laboratory, and it is no problem to produce such a small batch using the methods of famous masters and craftsmen.

As long as the cost is met, no matter the cost.

But what limits its large-scale application and actual combat is precisely these costs.

If the cost is significantly higher than that of similar products, then it can only live in the laboratory forever!

Pendos has conducted in-depth research in this direction, talked eloquently, and even gave Roland a lot of inspiration.

Roland tried to discuss some relevant parts of Taoist talismans and Liujia secret blessings, and found that there were indeed some similarities between them.

Perhaps, we can learn from each other...

"You should go find Scold and Bona to discuss..."

After a cordial and friendly conversation, Roland agreed to support the other party's research.Now as the leader of the school, he not only has funds in his hands, but also can coordinate the arcane resources of relevant personnel under his command.

But he also reminded: "I have no way to force them to share the results. You must come up with conditions of equal value transactions."

"Of course, I have some secrets related to spells in my hand... By the way, there is a copy here, which can be regarded as a little tip of mine."

Pendos quickly agreed and even offered it with a wink.

For this kind of thing, Roland smiled politely.

……

Roland's operation really cleverly diverted everyone's attention.

Although for safety reasons, Legion control has not been lifted in Terry City, but the mage tower has gradually recovered.

Early July: The funeral is held, promotions and honors are given.

No. 2: Gallo entrusts the European alphabet phonetic symbol plan and the European magic script.

No. 3: The symposium will be held.

No. 4~5: Everyone negotiates projects and exchanges resources.

No. 6: Play cards.

No. 7: Play cards.

No. 8: "Roland, Roland, everything is not going well now. You were appointed at the critical moment and sat in a high position. You should take responsibility. Why are you playing cards every day!"

No. 9: Play cards with Al and the fox-eared girl.

No. 10: Playing cards with Rosa and Atali.

……

Because he wanted to stabilize his position, Roland performed the tasks assigned by Bolas and acted leisurely.

But now the entire Tyrui City is under wartime military control, and the leadership team headed by Roland has a heavy responsibility.

Secretly, he didn't dare to be as relaxed and idle as he appeared on the surface.

During this time, Roland also took the time to pay attention to Piero, the culprit responsible for the current situation.

According to the data, Piero is nothing more than a chess piece.

He was originally a half-elf who was harmed by the war. He harbored hatred for Atrein and was willing to be used by the devil. However, he also knew nothing about the origin of the devil and there was more inside information.

As for Agates, he is nothing more than Piero a hundred years ago.

Same experience, different origins, origins...

Upon further investigation, it turns out that all the responsibility lies with external forces!
Unknowingly, the time has reached the middle of the year.

People from Silena Mage Tower have been transferred back one after another, and the investigation team has also taken away Gallo, Piero and others.

Even Serad was put back by Roland.

Bolas suddenly sent a secret message secretly, telling Roland something unfavorable.

"I discovered that the Da Ge Brotherhood has been controlled by a group of people of unknown origin. Even the Red Sand Legion and the Black Dragon Dynasty have made changes!"

Immediately afterwards, the person in charge of the legion who stayed in the city also reported something to Roland, who was the acting tower master: "The 'Demon Worshipers' movement was discovered in the city, and it is suspected that it was an evil sect spread by someone with deliberate intentions a hundred years ago!"

Although they killed each other, they only killed some unsuspecting minions.

The real big fish has not been caught yet.

For a time, all parties were confused and overwhelmed.

Not to mention Roland, who had little experience in governing as a director, Master Watson, who was gradually lifting restrictions and regaining real power, also felt a headache.

Fortunately, Atrein urgently provided support for a batch of magical objects, and the arrival of eyepieces with the "detection of chaos" effect temporarily alleviated the situation.

The Arcane Empire relies on alchemy and magic technology, extending the application of magic to the end of the branches, so that its staff can also have corresponding power to use.

……

In mid-July, in Terry City.

The city under high pressure ushered in a long-awaited large-scale event.

A new batch of Siris magic cards are released, and Capel Company offers big discounts!

No expense was spared in marketing, and advertisements endorsed by Lacey were spread on all major streets.

The public was surprised to find that there was Diego's character card among them!
"Diego, isn't that the hero who saved Terry City and Lena's world some time ago?"

"This is a good guy. He almost became an Open champion."

Just like Siris doesn't raise idle gods, people in the magic world don't like weak cards much when they play cards.

Similarly, gods receive incense, and there are hot temples and cold temples.

Some are popular and have a lot of customers, while others are barely seen all year round, and having a plate of cold pork during the Chinese New Year is a luxury.

but……

I can’t help but think this card is so cheap!
People tend to accept services that are easily available and take advantage of them.

It only costs 1 silver coin, which is about 10% of other similar cards, and the price is almost free. You can own a "hero card", which is very attractive to ordinary people.

There were long queues on the street to receive discount coupons and many profit-making gifts issued by Capel Company.

Moblan spent a lot of money this time and vigorously promoted it.

Roland did not attend such an occasion, but he was suddenly startled in the mage tower.

He felt the faith gathering in the dark, integrating into Diego's legendary card.

He took out this card and found that the brilliance was flowing on it, and the feeling similar to that day's grand competition came over again.

At this time, Savalan, in the palace.

King Arkham XIV is discussing with his ministers to discuss the issue of cooperating with Roland's instructions and actively promoting Diego's deeds.

Domination by national power has always been a necessary condition for becoming a god. This is a major manifestation of the secularization of theocracy.

The political regimes of the past dynasties in Seris have been particularly outstanding in this regard, and it is also something that can reflect their characteristics.

No one noticed that in the corner of the hall, a figure wearing a chamberlain's clothes entered with a tray. Suddenly, his face showed a ferocious look, and he jumped over the crowd and rushed towards the king.

In the process of sprinting, he had thrown away the tray and stabbed the king with the dagger hidden in his sleeve.

"His Majesty!"

The ministers were shocked and watched dumbly as the assassin killed the king.

"Catch the assassin, catch the assassin!"

After the sluggishness passed, everyone exclaimed.

Some of the ministers turned pale and backed away in shock, some were confident of their bravery and wanted to step forward to capture the assassin, and some shouted at the top of their lungs and panicked.

The assassin ignored these people, took a few steps back calmly, and bit open the poison sac.

The guards who were a step slower swarmed in, but they could do nothing. They could only watch the king cover his heart and fall dead on the throne.

(End of this chapter)