The Dungeon Master's
Chapter 243 - The New Problem
...[.Author's Note]...
...Sorry for disappearing for 3 days, but now I have returned!...
...I hope there is more waiting for Hehehe...
...Ohya, there is one announcement that will probably change all my stories forever.......
...CHANGING POINT OF VIEW!...
...Since the second Arc of TDM will be finished soon, and the plan will indeed use 3rd party POV, then I plan to start from now...
...Hope no one is disappointed...
...The point of the story and its essence remains the same, only there will no longer be a word 'I' pointing to Eric in the story...
...Anyway, let's get started!...
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A few weeks have passed since the trade agreement between Eric and Chris of Salvation.
Everything had gone smoothly where Eric, or rather the Origin Dungeon had made a tremendous profit from the sale of the trash items produced by Tasmith as well as other blacksmiths.
Even so, Eric sent all his finances to the Kingdom of Farna or rather Arlond. The reason is very simple.
That is to increase the power and economy of the Farna Kingdom.
*Note: The Rena Kingdom has collapsed and is now a Salvation Kingdom led by Chris
Of the total 8 great powers that exist in this Central Continent, the Farna Kingdom used to sit at the bottom since the economic downturn.
However, since the leadership of Arlond who cooperated well with Eric, the Farna Kingdom has now skyrocketed to reach the rank 4 largest power in the Central Continent in just a few years in the virtual world.
The income of the Farna Kingdom per year reached more than 25 million gold coins, all of which were neatly allocated for the construction of the Kingdom.
Currently, all the officials of the Farna Kingdom were holding a meeting together with Eric which was of course escorted by Cathy and Rianne.
"Eric, are you serious about that?" Asked Arlond with a confused face.
"i'm serious. Our economy is very strong now. I'm asking you specifically to form a conquest army and prepare to take control of the Ilandis Kingdom in a few years." Clearly Eric was pointing to a location on the map.
All the Ministers present at this meeting were a little confused by Eric's statement.
Why did He want to conquer Ilandis?
The question was clearly on their faces. Eric who realized that seemed to smile thinly and guessed the contents of their minds.
"I know you might be a little worried about the Avertian Empire, as the Ilandis Kingdom is right next to Avertia. But there's no need to be afraid. I will support you all in the conquest...."
Haven't had time to finish his words that seemed a little arrogant, someone seemed to open the door of this throne room by force.
'Brakkk!!!'
All eyes are on the source of the sound.
What they saw, was the figure of a man dressed in noble style in black and white.
His slightly wavy black hair, blood-red eyes as well as his pale complexion made his figure clear.
"My lord! Bad news!" Shouted That man who was none other than Lucien.
"Hmm? After leaving me for such a long time, you finally came back? So how?" Eric asked with a face that looked a little upset.
Lucien who ignored Eric's expression only sped up his pace. After being behind Eric who was sitting on the wooden chair, Lucien seemed to whisper something.
A few moments passed by with silence enveloping this room.
Arlond, as well as the ministers, really understood that Eric was a very important and influential figure. The man known as the Great Witch had saved the Farna Kingdom many times.
That was why the ministers and also the higher-ups in the Farna Kingdom respected Eric so much even though he was rarely present.
After a while....
"What did you say?!" Shouted Eric while narrowing his eyes. He seemed to be very upset by the news he had just heard.
"I'm sorry, my lord.... But the power of...."
"Arlond, I'm sorry but there's been a slight change of plans. Allocate all available money to form an army and make heavy equipment for defense. Don't forget to build a solid wall all over the place. Do you understand?" Eric is at length.
"All in the military? Why?" Arlond asked in confusion.
"I can't confirm the truth yet, and to whom that person will side. But I think he's really lost his mind." Said Eric as he immediately left the throne room.
And now, Arlond and his ministers can only speculate on what really happened. Even so, they obeyed Eric's words because all the wealth that the current Farna Kingdom possessed was Eric's blessing.
...***...
...Dungeon Origins...
...5 Floor...
...The Center for Chemical Facilities...
"Making potions and sacred objects? Sorry but why, my lord?" Tanya Lurka, the leader of all the alchemists from among these monsters.
"It is very likely that we will soon clash with the power of death. It never hurts to prepare." Clearly Eric was looking around.
Stacks of books on a neatly arranged table, hundreds of glass bottles and also various tools made of iron or glass.
Everything seemed neatly lined up in the room illuminated by this [Light Rune] made by Tasmith's subordinate. The light emitted by the [Light Rune] was quite bright, but it required Mana every second of it to be able to function.
Therefore, the entire chemical facility as well as almost the entire building in the Origin Dungeon had been flowed by the Mana that came from the witches.
When compared well, it may be similar to the concept of electricity in the real world.
Eric, who was still busy enjoying the view inside this workspace, was startled by Lurka's reply.
"Against the Undead with sacred attribute-heavy objects and items is indeed a wise choice. But in the world around here that has the power of death.... Don't tell me, Evan?"
As a fellow Alchemist, Lurka certainly knew Evan as one of the greatest alchemists in this world.
Knowing that the likely source of all these problems was the person whom He considered his rival, Lurka smiled with satisfaction.
"Calm down, my lord. I'll prove that the blessing Mr. Eric gave me made me a far greater alchemist.
Sacred attribute weight items? Bah, just leave it to me! I will make the strongest Undead Killer holy potion in this world!" Lurka continued without letting Eric speak.
Hearing this, Eric was also happy.
"good. But like I said, Evan isn't necessarily going to attack us. But if he's ruining the world that's my source of wealth, I don't think he'll have to deal with me."
...***...
...The Dungeon Forteresse de Deus...
Inside a magnificent palace that is quite dark, there appears the figure of a woman who is sitting casually on a golden throne.
He was seen drinking a red liquid from a glass glass that was so elegant.
In front of him, there are 9 vampires.
They were the strongest noble vampires, which every single one of them currently possessed strength that was almost on par with Lucien.
Despite such great strength, they appeared to kneel before the Lady.
Of course, that female figure was not an indiscriminate person. He is known for his short calling Deus.
Or better known by his real name.
Asmodeus, the Primordial Vampire.
The first vampire in the world is the strongest.
"Do you know why I called you all here?" Ask the former Demon Queen.
"The main reason for our existence is only one. Waiting for the day of vengeance. If all of us are called directly by His Majesty, then is the day of vengeance imminent?" Asked one of the Vampires who was still on their knees. Without even raising his face.
Hearing that answer, Deus seemed to smile faintly and began to speak.
"really so. Abaddon, the bearer of destruction, will soon enter this human world with the help of his subordinates and puppets.
As one who dares to take down my power in the world of Satan, isn't it natural for me to welcome his arrival by giving a painful death?"