Surviving The Fourth Calamity

Chapter 1565: Chapter 143: That Troublesome Mouth of the Cowherd

At this moment, Lind finally gave up hope, no longer daring to harbor any illusions.

He actually understood what kind of treatment would be given to someone abandoned by their family, but past warmth had blinded his eyes, and the status of a legitimate Young Master he still enjoyed had clouded his heart.

In the end, the person in this family who was truly kind to him was indeed only his brother.

He should have known, His mother Helena detests betrayal the most... ever since that disaster back then forced her to abandon a promising path as a Magical Swordsman and made her bedridden for many years.

Helena has always been decisive, but Lind never thought that she could even decisively cut off her love for her youngest son.

But, Lind leaned coldly against the chest of Ditte: Was all of this really his fault?

He knew there was a problem with his personality, but the appearance of the Mutated Silk Spider was not his doing... facing a son who had become like this due to their mistakes, did the Count and Countess never feel guilty?

Could it be that they thought making Lind become a Mage was their compensation to him?

Lind pursed his lips, knowing full well that Count Stelter was merely restoring him to the usual status of a normal family second son, and that everything given to him in the past hadn’t been taken back, which wasn’t considered cold-hearted.

But, what about Ellie?

Ellie has become like this, the family resources they invested in her are almost like they’ve gone down the drain... Why do the Count and Countess have no reaction at all?

Not even the Hall of Abundance was taken back.

Lind laughed coldly: Because now Ellie has abilities beyond the Earl’s comprehension, so he does not wish to openly offend this daughter who clearly has experienced something extraordinary, right?

Even though Ellie and Ismael, apart from their appearance... Ah, even their appearance is almost irrelevant now... have nothing to do with the Stelter Family.

Lind knew this might be his own pettiness acting up again, and the Count probably has his own considerations, but he has already changed into this current state.

He lifted his head and gently tapped on Ditte’s armor: ”Brother, you must live well!”

”What are you talking about?” Ditte couldn’t help but touch Lind’s forehead, ”Don’t worry, I’ve been stationed at the border for many years, and I have quite a sum of money in my hands.

The last time that piece of Mithril was sold, I got quite a portion as well.

I could buy you dozens of bottles... ah, even 100 bottles of potions, I could manage.

This is between us brothers, family, those collateral relatives, won’t have anything to say.

Don’t blame Father, Lind, he has always been fair and strict, which is how he rose through the ranks in the Army... We cannot enjoy today’s good life because of his character and then resent his ruthlessness when our interests are harmed.

Lind, no matter how many reasons there are, you made a mistake.

I can empathize with you, but that doesn’t mean you weren’t wrong.”

”I know.” Lind bent his eyes slightly, showing a reluctant smile, ”But, Brother Ditte, from now on, I’ll definitely have to get used to living like collateral family.

Some things... you... don’t think I’m...”

Ditte immediately understood: ”You want to create a private enterprise for yourself, is that it?”

Indeed, Ellie dared to be so flamboyant partly because of the Hall of Abundance under her name.

If Lind had some industry in his hands, he wouldn’t always feel like he couldn’t grasp his own future... But giving a business to a boy and a dowry to a girl are completely different things in noble society.

Count Stelter also wouldn’t dare to easily defy tradition, he and Helena could only give Lind some money on his birthdays and some important holidays.

This child Lind has always had a keen mind, his daily expenses mostly come from Helena, and he doesn’t have much social contact outside, so he must have at least a hundred thousand Gold Coins on hand.

Ditte thought for a moment: ”How about this? The few stores near the safe house created by Great Sage Belfran have never been sold, I’ll ask Ted to bring them out to sell to you at an internal price.”

Lind widened his eyes: ”Huh? How come...”

”Because of that safe house, the price of these stores is very high.

But also because poor people who can’t survive tend to linger there for long periods, those buildings can’t accommodate stores facing the upper class.

I guess, you also know, no one dares to forcibly evict the people there.” Ditte smiled faintly, ”No choice, these shops are stuck with our family.

You understand, right?

We can’t sell them, but we can’t sell them at a discount because of that little money, as it might lead people to suspect the Stelter Family is going bankrupt.

Can’t lease them at a low price either.

Tsk~ the face of the Nobles.

For you to buy them cheaply, that’s okay, especially if I’m the one proposing.

Aren’t you still learning Alchemy?

In the future, you could open a Crystal Stones shop targeting the middle class, it certainly won’t be a loss.

You could rent out the other store spaces.

It’s your own shop, so you don’t need to maintain that high pricing.”

”Perhaps, you’d consider leasing to our Undead Tribe?” ’Lu Huayu’ inserted into the brothers’ conversation with a playful grin, ”Selling Concentration Potions and similar items, wouldn’t be bad either!”

”You...” Lind curiously leaned forward to look at him, ”Aren’t you all very wealthy?”

Last time he saw several girls squatting in a corner discussing how to snatch a piece of jewelry worth 300,000 Gold Coins... Those were ordinary Undead with no status at all!

300,000 was like 3 bucks in their mouths, they feared they’d not be able to spend it.

’Lu Huayu’ blinked: ”The wealthy always want to be wealthier, why wouldn’t they want to earn more if they can?”

True enough.

Lind gently nodded and gave him a bright smile, ”Then when I get it...how about tomorrow! Where should I find you?”

”Tomorrow? No need to rush.” ’Lu Huayu’ chuckled, ”At the time of the great final battle, I’ll definitely be on that white, constantly moving platform.

It’s a bit dangerous, the Moon Clan will definitely try to launch a sneak attack.

How about you wait for me in Basia City?

I’ll come find you after the battle is over.”

”No need.” Lind tilted his head, revealing a slightly airy smile, ”My brother will definitely come, so I’ll stick with him.

I believe you guys will definitely win, and there’s no way you’d let that command group be ambushed by those guys... especially with such a powerful and beautiful lady around!”

’Old Age Striking King’ gracefully twirled, her red skirt cutting a brilliant arc under the sunset, ”Ah, thank you for the compliment.

Since you’re planning to collaborate with Lu Tai... Lu Huayu, you’re one of us, no need to be so polite.

I should be there tomorrow too, you can find me if there’s anything.”

’Lu Huayu’ thought for a moment, then glanced at the silent Ditte and nodded decisively, ”Alright, you should come!

It’s best to come from the camp and greet the gatekeepers... It’s Night Slumber’s guys on duty tomorrow, right? Sui Chen?

Help me tell them to notify me as soon as they see Lind coming out of the city gate.”

’Sui Chen’ nodded, ”No problem.”

’Lu Huayu’ turned back, his tone gentle yet firm, ”I’ll have our family people protect you, there won’t be any problem.

Heh~

While Black Rose and Battle Field have strong fighting prowess, when it comes to protection skills, no one can beat us Last-Era!”

He looked at the slightly hesitant Ditte with a smile, ”Rest assured, Mr. Ditte.

We’re professionals~”

Ditte was a bit surprised... The Undead Tribe always refused to acknowledge each other’s superiority, in any aspect.

But when ’Lu Huayu’ said this, even the mighty ’Old Age Striking King’ didn’t deny it!

That’s a Priest with instant healing spells!

Even the always competitive ’Battlefield Lightning’ merely pursed his lips without a word of rebuttal.

This Last-Era Clan must indeed be quite something!

It was only then that he smiled, ”That’s great, I’ll bring Lind along then.

I’ll leave my brother’s safety in your hands!”

The sunset slowly gathered its last rays of light, and Ditte and Lind had to leave as well.

Watching their departing figures, ’Battlefield Lightning’ spoke up in confusion, ”What are you guys up to?

When did the Road Eunuch start selling goods?”

’Lu Huayu’ rolled his eyes, ”Go ask Old Dog, he knows.”

’Battlefield Lightning’ scratched his head and grunted ’Oh’.

He just knew... ’Lu Huayu’ pursed his lips, if ’Old Age Striking King’ took care of this, Thunder wouldn’t even ask!

Because it’s him, the guy would actually bother to think a bit.

On the surface, this guy seems indifferent, but in reality, he still regards him as an enemy.

’Old Age Striking King’ crossed her arms, her chin slightly raised, ”So, tomorrow, I have to be on the command platform from morning till night?”

”Yes, you’ll be fine during the day, but at night, do you want an extra support healer?” Sui Chen asked softly.

”Hmm?” ’Old Age Striking King’ turned her head to look at him, ”Don’t you know Old Dog has Dark Night and Silvermoon buffs?

Agleya’s Silvermoon Archbishop always looks like he wants to hang himself whenever he sees him.”

”What?” ’Lu Huayu’ turned his head sharply, ”Then why does he still die so many times?”

”Are you stupid?” ’Old Age Striking King’ said impatiently, ”Who can he win against in straight combat?

A rogue playing a mage, if he doesn’t die, who will?

Mages need spatial awareness to judge target positions, does he have that ability?

In melee, he’s actually not weak.

The buffs given by those two Goddesses are based on his inherent talents... In the future, he can completely focus on being a Swordsman or Assassin buffing himself all over and then chopping with a knife or stabbing with a sword.”

”Ah...” ’Lu Huayu’ grasped her meaning, ”So it’s about skills like blending with shadow and merging with moonlight?

No wonder his eavesdropping skills have improved so much!”

He let out a sigh of relief, ”I was worried I had regressed so much, but it’s just fine.”

’Old Age Striking King’ sneered, ”Heh~ look at that focus~”

”Hmm? Old Dog...”

”Thunder, come on, long time no see, let’s spar.” ’Old Age Striking King’ kicked directly at the blunt Cowherd.