The Witcher: From the Academy of Knights

Chapter 38 Ghost pattern flower

Hearing the words of Bachelor Kafei, Dover suppressed the anger in his heart.

He waved his hand, signaling the others to back off.

Only Kafei and Dover were left in the study. Facing Dover's red eyes, the bachelor Kafei was unmoved and began to talk slowly.

"First of all, it was our fault to capture Night Crow City before. Now that Sauron has returned, if we send troops to Night Crow City again, it will inevitably cause criticism."

"Even if we can regain Night Crow City, I'm afraid it's not justified, and it will become a hidden danger in the future."

"Even, some people may take Night Crow City from us in the name of upholding justice for the Swain family!"

Kafei's eyes flickered slightly, and there was something pointed in his words.

Seeing what the other party said, Dover calmed down a bit.

"Besides, it's more than that."

Kafei spoke again, and said softly: "That Sauron is just a boy, even if he was promoted to a knight in the Holy Radiance Academy, how could He De break through Night Crow City, and even kill Morun Knight?"

"As far as I know, in the battle of Night Crow City, the reason why Sauron was able to break through the city gate was entirely with the help of Steel Heart Knight Konrad."

"As for who the steel heart knight represents, I don't think I need to say more?"

Dover's face was gloomy.

"Second Princess, Histor!"

After a moment of silence, Dover said coldly.

Originally, Night Crow City was already in his pocket, but Dover never expected that the little ghost of the Swain family could get the help of the second princess Hester.

As early as when the two hundred Akabane Guards entered the western region, Dover had already received the news. He wanted to send someone to support Viscount Morun, but he didn't have time.

Today, Night Crow City has returned to the hands of the Swain family.

As the only son of Orens, Sauron has the legal right of inheritance.

If Baigu City provoked another war, it might be a little bit unfair.

"Could it be that's all you want me to do?"

Dover looked at the head in the wooden box, with a bit of hatred on his face.

"of course not."

Kafei shook his head and said, "Viscount Morun died at the hands of the Swain family. No matter what, we should seek justice for him."

"It's just that, even if we want to take revenge on the Swain family and Sauron, we don't necessarily have to do it ourselves."

As he spoke, a sneer appeared on Kafei's face.

"You mean..."

Dover was thoughtful, his eyes gradually brightened. Now that Night Crow City has an owner, he really shouldn't start a war anymore.

However, if Sauron is killed by a third-party force, it has nothing to do with Baigu City.

"I understand."

After a while, Dover nodded, and whispered instructions to Bachelor Kafei.

……

Meanwhile, on the other side.

Western Territory, Night Crow City.

It has been five days since the night crow city was recaptured. Sauron has spent most of his time meditating since he comprehended the Dark Spirit's Sacrifice.

However, compared to the progress of the knight breathing method, the meditation method is obviously much slower.

But Sauron was not in a hurry.

He has a proficiency panel, as long as he is willing to spend time, his meditation method will improve a little bit, and sooner or later he will condense runes.

This day, Ravenhold.

In a large hall of Nuoda, beside a rectangular dining table covered with red cloth, a dozen or so members of the Swain family sat there in order.

The main seat at the front is vacant.

After a while, Sauron walked into the hall and sat down at the main seat. The Swain family members at the table stood up one after another.

"All sit down."

Sauron waved his hand.

Due to the "disappearance" of Orens, Sauron became the master of Night Crow City, eating every day, even the three wives had to wait for his arrival.

After Sauron took his seat, everyone had their meals.

There was a sound of clashing knives and forks in the hall. Today's lunch was rich, with white bread, jam, steak, sausage and corn soup.

In this world where resources are not abundant, the three meals a day of commoners are often black bread, but Sauron, as a nobleman, doesn't have to wrong himself so much.

Soon, Sauron finished his lunch.

Putting down the knife and fork in his hand, Sauron wiped his mouth with a napkin, and then looked at everyone.

"Is there anything you need to report to me today?" Sauron asked.

"Master Sauron."

Beside, Mrs. Lafite said: "I must remind you that there are very few ghost patterns left in the castle."

"Bachelor Frost has said several times that if there is no ghost pattern flower, the preparation of Night Crow Potion will probably be suspended."

Among the three wives of Raven Castle, Lafite was the first to follow Orens.

It is said that she was originally a slave, and she has been serving her wholeheartedly since she was bought by Orens. Although she is no longer as beautiful as she was when she was young, she has won the trust of Orens.

Therefore, Lafite is also the steward of Raven Castle.

After Sauron took back Night Crow City, the first task he gave Frost was to prepare as many Night Crow Potions as possible.

That is a necessity for him to practice the night crow breathing method.

As a bachelor who has served the Swain family for many years, it is not difficult for Frost to prepare the night crow potion.

However, the material is a problem.

"Ghost pattern flower?"

Sauron frowned slightly, and pondered: "Since Bachelor Frost needs ghost pattern flowers, why don't you hurry up and buy some?"

"This...I'm afraid it won't work."

Mrs. Lafite smiled wryly, and explained: "The ghost pattern flower is a special kind of plant, which cannot be cultivated artificially, so it is very rare."

"In the past, the ghost pattern flowers used by the family to configure the night crow potion generally came from two channels."

"A small part of them can be purchased through the Black Sail Chamber of Commerce."

"As for more ghost pattern flowers, Master Orens sent people to the Misty Forest to collect them, which is also the main source of ingredients for Night Crow potion."

Hearing Madam Lafite's explanation, Sauron nodded slightly.

"Since you can buy it from the Black Sail Chamber of Commerce, why don't you contact them?" Sauron asked.

"People from the Black Sail Chamber of Commerce will only come to Night Crow City for trade around April and May every year, and they will not show up otherwise."

Mrs. Lafite shook her head, and said: "What's more, the price of the ghost pattern flowers sold by the Black Sail Chamber of Commerce is very unstable every year."

"Sometimes, ten ghost pattern flowers only need one gold coin, but sometimes, they dare to offer a thousand gold coins for one ghost pattern flower!"

Sauron frowned slightly.

Afterwards, a thoughtful look appeared on his face. According to the information in his memory, on the Lost Continent, the Black Sail Chamber of Commerce was an extremely mysterious organization.

No one knows where their headquarters is, and few people dare to be enemies with it. The Black Sail Chamber of Commerce has never intervened in power disputes between countries, but it has a strength that even the royal family dare not peek at.

"Then... what about the Mist Forest?"

Sauron pondered for a moment, and then asked again. Compared with the small amount of ghost pattern flowers provided by the Black Sail Merchant Guild, the Misty Forest is the main resource place for configuring Night Crow Potion.

(End of this chapter)