The next level of the barracks surprisingly requires 8 0000 magic crystals.
One wonders how long it will take to accumulate such a sum.
Clearly, one could seize it directly.
Yet, the system insists on imposing an upgrade.
Bayou observed as the undead were fully enhanced by the Blackwater altar, then promptly dismissed them, sending them out to hunt while Arthur was assigned to continue his upgrades.
The undead busied themselves once more while Bayou quietly entered the bathroom.
In recent days, aside from her bedroom, the bathroom had become her most frequented sanctuary.
Each upgrade brought about this necessity which left her feeling helpless.
It was hardly something she could blame herself for.
As she shed her garments, the sound of water splashing filled the air.
Before long, she emerged from the bathroom wrapped in a towel, her bare feet padding softly across the floor as she entered her bedroom.
From the wardrobe, she retrieved a black night gown and draped it over herself.
However, she soon discovered that the gown was rather short, barely covering her hips and revealing her long, slender legs.
The fit was indeed precise.
It seemed that the garment was designed this way.
Bayou gazed at her reflection in the mirror, a playful grin spreading across her face.
Transforming into a girl had certainly made admiring her image a new found habit.
Seated on a chair in her bedroom, she crossed her legs and took out the map she had previously confiscated from the goblin tribe.
Despite having traversed the magical continent for quite some time, she remained unaware of the name of her current location.
The map appeared hastily drawn and it only depicted the area surrounding her castle, lacking any broader context.
Though rudimentary, Bayou could vaguely discern that the triangular shape on the map represented the snow mountain.
With the location of the snow mountain as her point of reference, identifying other areas became considerably easier.
To her surprise, the back of the map bore inscriptions.
Upon flipping it over, she realized her earlier folly in neglecting to check both sides before examining the map.
It seemed that the side she initially believed to be the front was in fact the reverse.
The snow mountain was named the bitter frost mountain, and Bay noted that the section marked for it on the map was quite extensive, revealing that what she had observed through the castle was merely the tip of the iceberg.
The mountain was marked with a dangerous symbol, indicating that for the goblins, the bitter frost mountain was akin to a forbidden zone.
To the west of the bitter frost mountain lay a vast forest known as the dark forest, which also bore a danger marking from the goblins.
It seemed that everything in the goblin's eyes was perilous.
Bayou's castle was situated at the intersection of the bitter frost mountain and the dark forest where trees were sparse with only a few desolate trunks remaining.
According to the goblin map, both the eastern and western flanks of her castle were fraught with danger.
Though the castle was already outside the bounds of the dark forest, it still lay a considerable distance from its depths, being closer to the bitter frost mountain.
It seemed improbable that both locations were entirely offlimits given by U's current strength, which was only marginally superior to that of the Goblin Tribe and certainly inferior to the Howling Moon Silver Wolf.
It was not unreasonable to regard these territories as forbidden for her as well.
Even though the panel strength of the Howling Moon Silver Wolf tribe is on par with that of the Goblet tribe, Bayou is acutely aware that the existential tears of these two species are worlds apart.
A mere ordinary level 9 werewolf can easily take on a level one goblin.
Not to mention that the howling moon silver wolf tribe possesses far superior strength compared to the goblin tribe.
Most importantly, the howling moon silver wolf tribe thrives in the frigid snowy mountains.
To survive in a region deemed forbidden by the goblins speaks volumes about their formidable clan strength.
Moreover, Bayou harbors an unsettling suspicion that the goblins might indeed be the weakest intelligent race in the enchanted continent.
Chapter 44.
Alliance having familiarized herself with her surroundings.
By you toss the map aside, preparing to indulge in a restful slumber.
The most vital pursuits in life are none other than eating, sleeping, and leveling up.
However, the necessity of sustenance could be disregarded by you could forego meals altogether.
Within the castle of Xiao's orphan, Xiao Yinshua had just risen when she encountered the lords of the world engaged in fervent discussion.
Peaked by curiosity, Xiao Yiansha paused the global chat and scrolled through the messages, all of which spoke of a prominent figure who had listed over 2,000 pieces of equipment on the marketplace.
Eagerly, she accessed the trading post and to her astonishment found it to be true Xiao Yinuez dwarf units were capable of crafting equipment.
Yet her interest lay not in the items themselves, but rather in identifying the illustrious figure behind this impressive feat, hoping to align herself with such a powerful ally.
Upon opening the trade information, she discovered it was Crab Yellow Fortress.
To her disbelief, it was indeed he.
Xiao Liu's mouth fell agape wide enough to accommodate a carrot as incredul washed over her.
Was he truly able to vanquish a commander level entity so swiftly? This was nothing short of extraordinary.
If Xiao Yinshi had previously contemplated an alliance with Bayou, this revelation solidified her resolve.
Initially, she had entertained the notion that Bayou's extraordinary food acquisition stemmed merely from the unique abilities of her units.
However, upon witnessing Bayou's transaction of over a thousand elite food items, she recognized Bayou's exceptional prowess.
Now, with a direct trade of over 2,000 pieces of equipment, several of which were commander level, Xiao Yianshi was convinced of Bayou's formidable strength.
Crab Yellow Fortress was undoubtedly a significant ally.
Without delay, Xiaoi and Shua opened her interface and sent a message to Crab Yellow Fortress.
Just as Bayou snuggled into her blankets, preparing for a delightful nap.
She received a system notification.
Extending her hand from beneath the covers, she opened her panel only to find a message from Xiao's orphan.
Initially, Bayou assumed it to be a system alert.
What could this fellow want so early in the morning? Ziao's orphan esteemed leader.
In the interest of fostering long-term trade and collaboration to enhance our mutual friendship and relations, might we consider forming an alliance? Aliance Bayu pondered Xiao's orphans message, momentarily refraining from a response as her gaze fell upon the word alliance in the chat section.
She clicked on it and briefly perused the details, grasping the essence of this feature.
In essence, it serve as a guarantee for both parties involved in trade, mitigating the risk of deceitful relationships.
One would not find themselves providing resources only to have the other party abscon with their bounty following the formation of an alliance.
The hostilities between the two lords would cease, allowing them to collectively confront external adversaries.
The system permitted a maximum of five lords to unite in this manner, likely to prevent the formation of an overwhelming coalition.
If there were no limits, countless lords could band together, rendering the game untenable.
Ultimately, the alliance was primarily based on the individual strength of the lords, serving as a lifeline for the less powerful.
However, despite such assertions, the alliance currently proves to be quite advantageous for Bayou.
The four 500 units of iron ore he possesses are reliant on Xiao's orphans for processing.
With the alliance formed, there is no fear of him absconding with by use iron ore.
Crab yellow burger.
Only stable friendships can foster enduring development and cooperation.
I concur with the alliance.
Xiao's orphans.
Fantastic.
Thank you, esteemed one.
I adore you.
Xiao Yianua did not expect Bayou to agree so readily as she had not yet utilized her prepared remarks.
Zhiao<unk>s orphan's requests and alliance with you agreement.
Bayou promptly chose to acquies and upon reading Ziao's orphan's message.
He felt somewhat exasperated.
What a tedious way to ingratiate oneself.
Who needs your affection truly? Bayou hastily replied, "Crab yellow burger enough.
I am not interested in such affairs.
" Xiao's orphans.
Esteemed one.
I'm a girl.
Waw wa.
What is this? Are you attempting to elicit my sympathy by claiming to be a girl? Absolutely not.
Crab yellow burger.
Are you into Yuri? Xiao's orphans? Not at all.
Wait a moment.
Xiao Yinshu suddenly had an epiphany as if her intellect had been ignited.
Crab Yellow Burger is actually a female.
Though Xiao Inu was somewhat takenback by Bayou's gender, her greater disappointment stemmed from the fact that Bayou is not a dashing 185 centimeters tall gentleman, which would have alleviated her psychological burden to some extent.