We sought to exchange some food in a nearby city," a human hurly explained.
Fong scrutinized the individual.
"Human technician, third tier, a technician, male technician.
Does this world have a healing profession?" The cadre of technicians included not only humans but also dwarves and elves, all of whom were male, particularly the dwarven technicians, whose stature was modest and whose beards flourished more abundantly than their hair.
The travelers appeared weary, corroborating their identity.
You are to surrender your weapons.
You may rest in the city, and I shall arrange for provisions.
Fongo declared.
Thank you, the group replied, exchanging glances before depositing their weapons aside.
Sit down and converse.
I shall prepare food for you shortly, and then you may depart.
They are my guards and pose no threat.
Fong How elucidated.
The technicians rose slightly, somewhat awkwardly, taking their seats on a nearby bench.
Fongo continued.
Where your names? I am Ram and these are my companions, the leading male technician responded.
Oh, where are you headed? How did you end up here? We are returning to our home city, but we were unaware that a settlement had been established here, which led to our inadvertent intrusion.
Chapter 245.
Blueprint of the construct.
The maid served fruit wine to the group.
After expressing their gratitude, the technicians eagerly drank it down, observing their demeanor.
It was evident that provisions were even scarcer than they had articulated.
Let us first prepare some food for them.
They should eat well before embarking on their journey.
Funghow instructed the maid.
"Yes, master," the maid replied before departing to prepare the meal.
"Thank you immensely, my lord.
May I inquire your name?" Ram leaned forward, demonstrating respect.
"Fong Ha.
" "Ah, Mr.
Fonggha, we shall forever cherish your kindness.
There's no need for that.
It was merely a small act of assistance.
" Fong Ho smiled, gesturing for them not to dwell on it.
As they engaged in casual conversation, the technicians gradually relaxed, becoming more talkative with Fong Hao.
They inquired about the reason the skeletons obeyed his commands.
Fun Hao found it difficult to explain, simply attributing it to his ability to control the skeletons.
Clarifying that it was not an indiscriminate attack on the living, the maids soon returned with the food, and the group, amidst expressions of gratitude, began to devour the meal ravenously.
Through his conversation with Ram, Fong Hao gleaned some information.
They had just returned from the underground mines in the southern part of their territory and had miscalculated their provisions, leaving them insufficient for the journey back.
They had exchanged some supplies with the villagers along the way, but it still proved inadequate to reach their city.
Fortunately, they encountered Fong Ha, who provided them with food and was willing to prepare additional supplies for their journey ahead.
After finishing their meal, Ram wiped his hands on his clothing.
Once again, thanking Fong Hao, he leaned into Converse quietly with his companions.
Fong Ho chose not to intrude, patiently waiting as the technicians deliberated for quite some time.
Finally, Ram smiled at Fong Hao, wiped his hands again, and reached into his old leather bag, producing a large piece of parchment with reverence.
He presented it to Fong Hao, saying, "Mr.
Fongghao, we are deeply grateful for your hospitality and assistance.
We have spent all our money exchanging food with the villagers, and this blueprint will symbolize our gratitude towards you.
From Ram's demeanor, it was clear he valued this blueprint greatly.
Very well.
I accept your token of appreciation.
Fungho replied without hesitation, accepting the parchment from Ram's hands.
The blueprint was immense.
Even with both arms stretched wide, it was a challenge to fully unfold it.
Acquired blueprint for the golem construct, blueprint for the golem construct, basic head construction blueprint, headstone armor blueprint, basic torso construction blueprint, torso stone armor blueprint, basic arm construction blueprint, armstone armor blueprint, basic leg construction blueprint, leg stone armor blueprint.
What a remarkable find.
An entire set meticulously recorded on a single grand blueprint.
Fungho now realized that Ram and his companions were not merely cobblers.
He had long acquired the blueprint for the golem construct, but it was only now that he received the schematics for its components.
Moreover, each component possesses its own distinct blueprint.
Were it not for the comprehensive set of blueprints acquired from Ram, gathering them individually would likely take an eternity.
Mr.
Fong Ho, the records above contain a wealth of knowledge regarding constructs.
Even if you have no interest, it remains a valuable collectible.
Ram continued, "The study of constructs encompasses various disciplines, necessitating a systematic approach to learning and more importantly, innate talent.
Given Mr.
Fongo's current age is somewhat late for him to embark on such studies.
However, the classification of construct blueprints alone is worthy of being regarded as a collectible.
Thank you, Mr.
Ram.
I truly appreciate this item.
In which direction is your city? I can arrange for soldiers to escort you.
Fongghao expressed increasingly curious about their identities.
Ram and his companions exchange glances with the nearby spectre and quickly wave their hands.
No need.
No need.
We can return on our own.
Very well then, prepare ample food and water.
Understood, master.
Food and water were loaded onto the carts of the group, sufficient for the remainder of their journey.
Moreover, they were merely tasks within a random event.
Once the time elapsed, they would naturally vanish.
After resting in the city, Ram and his companions under Fong Ho's escort exited the territory.
Mr.
Fong Hao, once again, thank you for your assistance.
I hope we have the opportunity to meet again in the future.
Ram expressed his gratitude once more.
Indeed, Mr.
Ram, Fongghow replied, waving him farewell.
After seeing off Ram and the others, Fong Hao returned to his territory.
Utilizing the Lord's book to archive the blueprints, it could be said that among the three tasks, this was his greatest gain.
However, upon recalling the tasks, Funha's brow furrowed once more.
Demija had already returned with the soldiers who had cleaned the battlefield.
Yet, why had Anjan not returned? Could something have gone arry with such thoughts? Unease crept into his heart as he hurried back to his chamber to cast divine presence upon the troops led by Anja.
The invocation was successful and upon observing the scene before him, Fong Hao was momentarily stunned.
Where was this? Wasn't ti this the fortress between the territory and plur city had Anjha brought the troops here? Searching with his gaze, he soon spotted Anja's figure at the fortress gate.
He approached swiftly, asking Anja, "Why have you brought the troops here? Has the mountain bandit camp been cleared?" Anja, usually playful, had always diligently completed assigned tasks, and such a situation had never arisen before.
It's cleared they're not there.
Anjhao pointed ahead towards the riverbank.