The wizard starts by trimming the donkey's hooves

Chapter 407 Winning over
And Ryan noticed the difference in this drive after a little perception.

The last time he drove the original Hellfire Golem, it consumed almost half of his mental power. But this time, after he entered the third-level crystallization wizard, it only consumed about a quarter of his mental power, making it much easier to control.

This also reflects from the side that the degree of concentration of mental power in the crystallization stage is far beyond the liquefaction level.

After a little thought, Ryan found that the previous plan was a little restrained. He should be able to barely control three improved Hellfire Golems at the same time.

But if you think about it carefully, the two are similar.

With two machines, he can control them more delicately, but with three, it would be a bit difficult.

After all, in terms of the precision of control, it is much more difficult to control three machines at the same time than two.

At this moment, as the six-meter-tall, increasingly large and heavy improved version of Hellfire stood up, a roar similar to that of a V12 engine sounded in Mogaro's spacious laboratory.

"Cast a witchcraft attack, targeting the iron target in front." This time, Ryan did not test the physical attack, but directly tested the power of the witchcraft attack.

This is because this is the area where the biggest improvement can be made, and it is also the point that he pays most attention to.

Following Ryan's order, the two thick breastplates on the left and right chests of the golem suddenly slid down, revealing two dark gun holes. Together with the two gun barrels on the shoulders, there were four in total.

In an instant, the four gun barrels flashed with strong witchcraft light at the same time.

"Boom! Boom! Boom!"

"Overclocking!" Ryan continued, and directly activated the maximum witchcraft attack mode in one step.

At this moment, the buzzing sound inside the improved golem's body suddenly became louder, and the sound began to become a little high-pitched!
In one second, four black gun barrels fired eight fireballs and shadow arrows, but the solid iron target in front did not last more than three seconds, and even the foundation was blown away.

If Ryan hadn't called a halt quickly, a big hole would have been blasted in mentor Mogaro's laboratory!
Seeing this power, Ryan was naturally not dissatisfied and immediately smiled.

“Hahaha, with this power, I’m afraid I can fight against ordinary legends.” Mogaro stroked his big red beard and said excitedly.

The last Hellfire Golem, Mogaro had thought was of the "once in a lifetime" series.

Unexpectedly, this time with the help of his favorite disciple, the combat effectiveness of the improved Hellfire was further improved.

"Teacher, thank you." Ryan bowed slightly and expressed his gratitude.

"Do you need another one? Then remember to come and help in the next two days. Otherwise, it may be too late for just a few of us." Mogaro, in a good mood, waved his hand and said.

"Of course no problem." Ryan nodded and agreed.

Last time he harvested thirteen Hellfire Crystals and one Abyss Fire Crystal.

The self-destructing Hellfire Golem consumed three of them, leaving Ryan with eleven, more than enough to make two improved versions of the Hellfire.

Ryan originally wanted to ask about the fourth level of the original Iron Heart Meditation Method, but seeing how hard Mogaro was working, he thought about it and decided not to rush.

There's still time to ask after the selection of dragon knight reserves is over.

Because of the news about the cult, Ryan was busy until the evening, when he finally had some free time.

After all, Claire was the daughter of the Earl, so it was impossible for her to stay overnight in the Ryan mansion.

After dinner, Lagre came over and said, "Want to take a walk together?"

"Okay!" Ryan nodded.

It can be seen that Lagre seems to be a little worried.

"Ryan, do you know why I haven't come to see you since I went back last year?" The two came to the open space in the backyard of the mansion. La Grey looked up, looked at the bright starry sky, and said.

"Is it because of the tribe?" Ryan said.

Because he remembered that Lagre told him the reason last time.

Lagre shook her head, staring at Ryan with her beautiful eyes, and said, "It's not just because of the tribe. Do you know what I was thinking when I participated in the trial?"

Instead of answering Ryan's question directly, Lagre talked about the Barbarian Trial.

This made Ryan feel a little confused.

However, Ryan knew about this trial. It was said that the mortality rate was as high as half, which was extremely dangerous. However, it was the tradition of the barbarian tribe and the only way for the barbarians to enter the extraordinary.

But the problem is, after hearing what Lagre said, Ryan realized an aspect that he had always ignored.

Although LaGre was the first one to have an intimate relationship with him, if you think about it carefully, maybe LaGre had a good impression of him at that time, but it was definitely not to the extent of giving herself to him.

More importantly, it should be out of gratitude to him.

Thank you for saving her, thank you for avenging her brother and dealing with the aftermath, etc.

Just like the words in the previous life, 'I have nothing to repay you with, so I can only pledge my love to you.'

However, after Ryan went to the Howling Tundra and came into contact with the Norton tribe, he knew very well that the relationship between husband and wife in the barbarian tribe valued loyalty more than that in the Dragun Empire.

According to tradition, there is only one partner.

Why didn't Lagre come to him? He was the man who had her virginity.

Looking at it from another perspective, even if Lagre had all kinds of difficulties at the time, it shouldn't be difficult to write a letter, right?

Why take such a huge risk to participate in the trial?

Ryan found that he couldn't figure it out for a moment, let alone answer the other party's questions.

However, before Ryan could think of what to say, he heard Lagre continue: "At that time, I thought that if I died in the trial, you would not be alone, Anna would be with you."

Lagre's words stunned Ren.

This was an answer that was completely unexpected to him.

'She died, and Anna was with him', what does this mean?
This shows that Lagre has always thought that she is the third party. Although she has a good impression of herself, according to the simple values ​​of the barbarians, she must feel that she should not intervene between herself and Anna.

The reason for their intimate relationship that time was mostly to repay a favor, and after leaving, Lagre probably never thought about coming back.

This made Ryan realize for the first time that he seemed to have never deeply understood the inner world of the barbarian girl in front of him.

Yes, since the day he traveled through time, he relied on the system and his strength increased almost every day. Now, it has reached a level that was unimaginable before.

They have more and more strength, power and wealth, but they ignore the emotions of the people around them, even those closest to them.

They are all living people with their own joys, sorrows, anger, and happiness, thoughts and beliefs.

"This Miss Claire today should have a special relationship with you."

"Besides, Anna probably doesn't know her."

Lagre said two more sentences in succession, but Ryan naturally understood what she meant.

"What about you?" Ryan did not answer Lagre's question, but asked back.

"Me?" Lagre was obviously a little surprised by Ryan's words.

"I don't know. I thought you only had Anna, I..." Lagre shook her head and said.

at the same time.

In the study of a noble mansion in the second ring of the imperial capital of Tamriel.

I saw two middle-aged nobles discussing something.

If Ryan was present at the scene, he would surely recognize at a glance that the middle-aged nobleman sitting in front of the large desk was actually Viscount Hammadi from far away in Meister.

At the same time, there will naturally be questions like why the other party came to the imperial capital?

"Hamadi, this time you are transferred from Meister to the Fourth Ring Trade Zone in the imperial capital as a sheriff. Do you know the reason?" The noble with slicked back hair behind the desk said with a smile.

"Uh, I don't know." Hammadi seemed a little reserved in front of Marquis Royce.

It was not because the other party's noble title in the Dragun Empire was two levels higher than his, but because the other party was a senior official of the Federation on the imperial side.

The Marquis Royce in front of him was in charge of the intelligence network work in many provinces of the empire, and Münster Province was one of them.

In other words, the other party is his boss's boss.

He suddenly received a secret order the day before yesterday and was just transferred to the imperial capital today. He just reported to the Imperial Capital Security Bureau and came here in the evening. He has not had enough time to understand and familiarize himself with some of the situations.

"Ryan, are you familiar with it?" The other party said a name.

"Ryan? If it's Ryan, the swordsman from Meister, he looks familiar." The figure of a young man flashed through Hammadi's mind.

In an instant, Hamadi's mind seemed to clear up the fog and he understood why his superiors wanted to transfer him to the imperial capital.

About two months ago, he received news that Ryan seemed to be transferred to the Sword Bearer Headquarters in the Imperial Capital.

Could it be that the other party did something special?

"These are some of the things the other party has done recently in the imperial capital. Take a look first and then we'll talk." Marquis Royce pointed to a stack of information on the desk and said.

Hammadi nodded and quickly flipped through the pages.

But after just reading one page, Hammadi's heart was filled with turmoil!

What a record! If he remembered correctly, Ryan had only been in the capital for two months!
Marquis Royce was not in a hurry at all. Instead, he stood up and poured a cup of tea for himself and Hammadi respectively.

Half an hour later.

Hammadi looked a little dazed.

If he hadn't turned to the front page again and confirmed that it was clearly written, Ryan Karan, from the town of Meister Gold
He really wouldn't confuse the Ryan mentioned in this intelligence with the Ryan he knew.

Because the achievements written above are really too exaggerated.

This is simply not something a twenty-year-old young man can do. Even if it were a top legendary powerhouse in the empire, this record would be too impressive.

"Lord Royce, you need me to do something." Hammadi said after calming down the shock in his heart.

"The opponent's potential assessment has now jumped from 17th to 3rd in the Federation's talent recruitment sequence." Royce said with a smile.

"What?!" Hamadi's eyes widened and he exclaimed.

Although he did not know the specific list of talents to be recruited, especially the top 100 which were top secret, but as the person who handled the specific work, he naturally knew the evaluation criteria for talents.

Let’s take a horizontal comparison as an example.

In Rosby County next to Meister, Earl Elliot, the county governor, was not even ranked in the top 100.

In other words, none of them made it into the top 100 list.

You know, this is the governor of an important coastal county city.

And Ryan ranks third!

The value is self-evident.

"It's not just his potential, but his current strength is already at a point where we need to take him seriously. In addition, he is also a full member of the Metal Department of the Hishu Construction School."

Without waiting for Hammadi to ask, Royce took the initiative to start telling the story.

"The Bishu Construction School, the wizard school that specializes in puppets and golems?" Hammadi immediately figured something out.

No wonder Ryan is so important.

Unlike the Dragun Empire, the Federation does not have creatures such as dragons.

The Federation focuses on researching giant war golems, large airships, armored ships, improved artillery and steam engines, etc., in order to deal with crises that are about to happen or are already happening.

"That's right." Royce nodded.

"In addition, he also participated in the Dragon Knight Reserve Assessment this time. If nothing goes wrong, he will most likely become one of the youngest Dragon Knights in the Dragun Empire in a few years."

"Well, remove one of them." Marquis Royce paused and added.

This made Hammadi completely upset.

This is simply the top talent tailor-made for the Eagle Federation.

You must know that the Federation has been coveting the Empire's entire dragon knight training system for a long time.

But several key links have never been figured out.

"So, your task is to try your best to win over this young Lord Ryan." Royce explained the reason for transferring Hammadi here.

After thinking for a while, Hamadi's face became serious and he said, "My Lord Marquis, to be honest, as long as the Sword Bearer Headquarters is not confused, I'm afraid no one will push away a talent like Mr. Ryan."

Royce naturally understood what Hammadi had not yet said.

The top officials of the empire are not idiots and will naturally take good care of such top talents.

Moreover, Ryan will also consider the risk of switching camps. If this task of winning over is to succeed, it will naturally be extremely difficult.

"Under normal circumstances, it is indeed very difficult. But the problem is that there are some people and forces in the empire who do not want Mr. Ryan to continue to grow."

“This also creates opportunities for us in disguise.”

"Is that so?" Hamadi's eyes lit up.

In this case, this matter is feasible to a certain extent.

What a great achievement it is to attract the third person on the talent list to the Federation.

Hammadi thought about it for a moment and realized that he only had to complete this one task in his life. Once it was completed, the next step was to return to the Federation and lie down completely.

Safety, life, women and money, as long as he doesn't spend them recklessly, he won't have to worry about anything in his life.

"Hamadi, there is still some time for this matter. You don't have to rush. Think about it first and decide which angle to start from."

"This is the latest intelligence. Take a look at it first and tell me what you think in two days," Royce said.

"As you command, Lord Royce."

Soon, Hammadi returned and came to the study in his mansion alone.

He first took out a piece of white paper and placed it on the desk. Then, he picked up a feather pen and wrote the two words "Ryan".

After thinking for a while, he wrote down 'woman' and 'wizard'.

Hammadi first focused his attention on women. His first impression of Ryan was that he was popular with women and several women around him seemed to have a close relationship with him.

For example, Baroness Jennifer of Crawley, who was still in the province of Munster, had a very close relationship with Ryan. However, in terms of time, he knew Jennifer much earlier than Ryan.

The other is Claire, the talented female knight from Count Habsburg’s family.

Also, the two people he had met in Shining Gold Town a long time ago seemed to be named Anna. One of them couldn't remember the other's name, but she looked like a barbarian girl, so it was not difficult to investigate.

And according to the intelligence, the administrative staff member who had just been transferred to the Sword Bearer Headquarters in the Imperial Capital, Olena, seemed to have been Ryan's contact person in the Munster branch.

That’s five women.

Obviously, women should be one of Ryan's preferences.

No, it might not necessarily be a preference, but at least it shows that Ryan does not reject outstanding and beautiful women.

In addition, judging from the age level of women, it seems that no one minds, ranging from their twenties to around forty, which further proves this point.

Thinking of this, Hamadi's eyes lit up immediately.

In other words, if he could find a woman that Ryan was interested in, then winning her over would be much easier.

After figuring this out, Hammadi focused his attention on the last two words, "wizard".

After thinking for a moment, he frowned and wrote "witchcraft" and "mental power" behind the wizard.

This should also be a place where you can use your brain.

Although metal-based witchcraft is relatively rare, with the support of the Federation, it would not be a problem for him to get one or two metal-based witchcraft models.

In addition, there are potions or special items that can enhance mental strength.

All he can think of at the moment is to make a fuss about these points.

However, he hasn't seen Ryan for some time, so he still needs to meet and talk with him before he can figure out what to do next.

The next morning.

Someone who was beyond Ryan's expectation suddenly came to visit.

In the reception room.

"Mr. Ryan, long time no see."

"Viscount Hammadi, long time no see." Ryan said with a smile, his tone quite polite.

He didn't expect that Viscount Hamadi, who was far away in Munster, would come to the imperial capital of Tamriel.

In addition, the other party's identity is also rather special. He is either a federal spy or an imperial aristocrat who is inclined towards the Federation. Ryan naturally pays more attention to him.

Hamady naturally admired Ryan. After looking him up and down, he couldn't help but sigh, "Recently, I heard about Lord Ryan's achievements after coming to the imperial capital. I was really dumbfounded."

"Thank you, Mr. Hammadi, you are too kind." Ryan said with a smile.

"By the way, when will Special Envoy Trena return to the Federation? I haven't had time to thank her for what happened last time." When Ryan saw Hammadi, the image of that powerful, plump, beautiful woman emerged in his mind.

And the three soul energy crystals that Trena had given to him by Tohamadi.

Just when Hammadi was about to say something, he suddenly, who was always good at observing people's expressions, noticed that when Ryan mentioned Special Envoy Trena, his face showed an expression that was not one of gratitude, but one of appreciation.

This instantly reminded Hammadi of something.

Jennifer, Trena
Hiss~ Could it be that this young man in front of me has taken a fancy to Special Envoy Trena?
this.
"Ahem. Envoy Trena stayed in the Imperial Capital for about a week. After finalizing some matters with the Empire, she led the delegation back to the Federation."

Although Ryan was a little surprised why Hammadi was suddenly stunned, he didn't think much about it.

In addition, Ryan did not ask the other party's purpose, because since the other party took the initiative to come, he would definitely talk about business.
Sure enough, after some greetings, Hamadi's face became serious and he said:
"Mr. Ryan, I have come here specially to inform you of an important news."

(End of this chapter)