Arcane Age

Master Gatling, the pirates of Blackwater Bay have arrived at the pier! The lights on the highest floor of the entire tower were brightly lit, and the butler Edward in a formal dress informed the owner of the tower, Mage Gatling.

Gatlin sat on an extremely large bench, the desk in front of him was empty, the black marble table was scrubbed as bright as a mirror, and a kind of aura of a superior was naturally exuded.

How much did they bring this time?

Eight dogs, six chickens.

Are there any high-end items worth noting?

Sorry, no, it's all native.

Hmph! These bastards who should have been buried in the belly of the fish long ago! In the early years, they could send some descendants of nobles with special bloodlines, but now there are only native species? This kind of goods are everywhere. I used precious Austrian You only get these things in exchange for magic crystals? You just don’t take this mage seriously anymore!” Gatlin frowned, and two breathtaking lights came out from his eyes: “They must be taught a lesson!”

Gatling stood up, activated the secret imprint on a tall cabinet behind him, and took out a walnut wand about one meter long, with a huge transparent arcane crystal inlaid on the top, and a large and heavy book. , a magic book with a strange red-eyed goat head engraved on the cover.

The other tip of the island away from the tower is the only pier on the island, and a sloop about ten meters long is quietly parked there. Standing on the bow was a stalwart, middle-aged man with bronze skin. He was wearing a flaxen jacket, and the scars on his exposed arms were very conspicuous.

Little Wilfort! I heard that you only sent fourteen local goods this time? Has my generosity over the years made you lose the respect you should have for a mage? Maybe I should give you some more deep impression?

Mage Gatling is dressed in a black magic robe, with a dark purple peaked hat on his head, a stick in his left hand and a book in his right. His beard and hair are all white and his eyes are wide open. He is really majestic.

On Orente Continent, the older the mage, the more feared he is, unless he is old and confused.

The middle-aged man named Wilfort carefully looked at Master Gatling in front of him, and was surprised to find that this old man who was about to burn out last month seemed to be ten years younger, refreshed and imposing. got stronger.

Seeing this obvious change, Wilfort quickly revealed a respectful expression: Master Gatling, it's not that I neglect your majesty, but that two great pirates clashed over a pirate king's crown. The atmosphere at sea has been very tense recently...

The Crown of the Pirate King? Gatlin's beard shook, But the Horn of the Deep that originally belonged to Francis, the King of the Western Golden Sea?

That's right. Back then, Francis was so powerful in the West Gold Sea. He had over a hundred warships and gathered tens of thousands of people. He was really the king of the West Gold Sea. It's a pity that he plundered the city-state of Milan eighteen years ago. After the defeat, the Pearl of Milan and the indemnity given to the King of France were pursued by the French Royal Fleet, and before the decisive battle, they were raided by the powerful court mages, and they were defeated in the end. However, when they took stock of the spoils at the end, they found that few The most precious treasure of the king of the Western Golden Sea—the Horn of the Deep Sea. According to legend, as long as you get the Horn of the Deep Sea, you can command bandits and become the new King of the Western Golden Sea! Wilfort also said with a look of fascination, wishing he could The legendary horn of the deep sea can fall in front of him.

The Crown of the Pirate King? What a treasure! It's a pity that I am a mage, a mage who is indifferent to fame and fortune and only pursues magic. Otherwise, I would be passionate and try to get my hands on this pirate crown! Gatlin said with emotion, eyes There was fanaticism, but more of it was mockery.

Master Gatling, although the ones brought here this time are all local goods, they are not the kind of idiot children from the countryside. Most of the children here are the family members and buddies of a big businessman, and both men and women have read books. , can also do accounts and write, maybe there are some good mage seedlings?

Oh? Can read and write? This can save me two years of effort! Let's inspect the goods first! Gatlin stroked his beard in satisfaction, and put away the magic book in his right hand.

Gatlin took the lead on the deck, seemingly not worried about his own safety, and Wilfort followed behind him like a follower.

Walking into the cabin, a fishy smell wafted through his nostrils. Gatling glanced around, and with a slight lift of his wand, the huge arcane crystal suddenly shone brightly, illuminating the entire cabin brightly.

In the corner of the cabin, a group of children, big and small, were trapped there in tattered clothes. Only two children, one big and one small, were still awake in the center of the crowd. Although they were a little scared, they bravely looked at the person in front of them.

The older one is a girl, about twelve or thirteen years old, with a beautiful face and white complexion, she is a beauty; the younger one is a boy, also very good-looking, with anger in his eyes.

These two children are the son and daughter of the great businessman, and they are both beautiful and good children! Wilfort hurriedly stepped forward to explain.

Gatling scanned every child in the cabin with eagle-like sharp eyes, and nodded in satisfaction after a long time.

The steward Edward, who was signaled, pulled Wilfort over, and the two began to bargain.

Mage Gatlin exchanged a kind smile: Children, your suffering is over! I am the master of the tower, Mage Gatlin, you are already apprentices of the tower, follow me to learn magic, and become the owner of the tower in the future. With great power, a mage respected by everyone!

Wilfort, who completed the transaction, raised his hand, and the sloop sailed away like a fish, and quickly disappeared from sight.

What's the price? Gatling asked softly.

There are three over ten years old, and I lowered the price. But these children can read and write. In the end, fourteen children spent four arcane crystals, with a total weight of thirty-two grams. Edward also responded in a low voice.

Fortunately, this place is far away from the mainland after all, and the price cannot be compared with that in the city! Edward, my experiment is getting closer and closer to completion! I have a hunch that next time, I will be able to completely complete this experiment that lasted for forty-seven years. A long experiment! And you, my loyal servant, will also receive the most valuable reward!

It is my honor to serve you, Master Gatling! Edward responded excitedly.

Immortality, what a seductive word! I think, I'm about to catch you!