I Became the Progenitor Vampire

Chapter 197: Chapter 198 Announcement: The Untold Story of the Northern Land Valkyrie and the Crimson Mage Tower

In fact, Dawn City had many matters to handle, whether it was the recruitment of Mage Apprentices at Dawn Mage Tower, city construction, the expansion of the Magic Language Bats, agriculture, and many more.

Handling all these would require several months of time that wouldn’t be free.

But Lide could not wait that long. Once the Mage Tower began testing the residents’ aptitude, he returned to Green City with Emi, Betty, and Isa.

Dawn Mage Tower had already entered the right track, and Emi, who was in charge, had become available.

Compared to the endless minor tasks in the short term, he had a more important matter to attend to.

The Dark Contract.

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He was determined to have this massive underground force.

How could one aim for Crimson Mage Tower without paying a price?

Emi and Betty’s arrival was undoubtedly the greatest support to Groth, who lay lurking in Green City.

The combat power of this trident was enough to make one’s heart skip a beat.

After entering Green City, Emi soon left on his own. This former Knight Temple Priest, a local snake, couldn’t be more familiar with the city he had lived in for decades.

Moreover, the Bloodline had a unique way of communicating, and Lide was not worried about Emi not finding Groth.

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Crimson Mage Tower, third floor study.

Back in his own domain, Lide felt much more relaxed.

Betty, visiting the Mage Tower for the first time, was very curious and wandered around the study, occasionally pulling out a couple of thick books to flip through.

Little Isa sat obediently beside Lide, holding a volume of Glory’s general history and reading intently.

This little loli with the Golden Bloodline never changed despite the absolute doting from Lide and Spark; she remained endearing as ever.

Vina, who had just rushed back from afar, wore a long blue Mage robe that day, her delicate face covered with a bright smile.

The girl stood in front of the natural wood-colored desk with her hands clasped in front of her, shyly looking at Lide behind the desk, her face filled with joy and excitement.

It had been so long since she last saw Lord Lide.

Seeing the dependence and happiness in his little maid’s eyes, Lide’s mood also improved.

“Vina, how have things been for you outside recently?”

Vina had been sent to nearby cities to purchase magic materials on the eve of the Dark Contract’s attack on Crimson Mage Tower, and he had gone to White Tower to hire an Advanced Mage to protect the girl’s safety.

“Mr. Lide, thanks to Lord Spark’s reputation, everything went smoothly,”

Vina revealed a sincere smile, “During this time, we visited three cities and reached cooperation agreements with twenty-three merchant guilds.

We expect that magic materials worth more than 50,000 Gold Pucks will be transported to Green City in half a month.

Moreover, the amount of magic materials we receive every month will not be less than 50,000 Gold Pucks.”

Lide’s eyes immediately lit up.

Magic materials valued at 50,000 Gold Pucks were about the monthly output of Green City.

Of course, that referred to the magic materials suitable for Crimson Mage Tower to make magic scrolls.

Now, Vina had only been out for just over half a month, and she brought back enough to double that number.

This was a pleasant surprise for him.

Now, Crimson Mage Tower’s Magic Factory, whether it was the number of Mage Apprentices or other facilities, was adequate to produce more magic scrolls.

But the current situation was that production could not increase, maintaining only at a very ordinary level, and all because the lack of magic raw materials limited the Magic Factory’s production speed.

If the problem with magic raw materials was resolved, it was imaginable that there would be a surge in production from the Magic Factory in the near future.

“You did a great job, Vina. Thank you for your efforts.”

Lide grew more and more satisfied with his little maid.

Having Vina in charge of Crimson Mage Tower saved him an immeasurable amount of worry.

“Once you’re back, take over the operations of the Mage Tower fully, and by no means let the development momentum of the Mage Tower stop,”

“Yes, Lord Lide,”

Vina obediently nodded her head. To him, the girl remained that same unassuming little maid of the past.

In front of Lide, the girl was always that innocent little maid.

Suddenly, as if remembering something, Lide gestured to Betty.

“Betty,”

Hearing Lide’s voice, Betty who was browsing through books in the study put the age-yellowed book back on the oak bookshelf, and slowly made her way to the desk through the narrow aisle.

The bright light from outside shone through the glass windows into the study, and the yet-to-be-turned-off Magic Lamp also cast a warm yellow glow.

Both lights shone on Betty’s face with distinct features and clear contours, enhancing the exotic charm of her half-blood face.

Betty wore a gray leather torso armor and leather shorts that showed off her long legs, with a pair of black leather boots on her feet.

The distinctive temperament of a warrior, combined with a tall figure and wild eyes, gave this member of the Northern Royal Family an indescribable spice and wildness.

Betty gave Lide a slight nod but did not speak.

In fact, if it hadn’t been for the days she had spent in Dawn City witnessing various wonders, which had quietly increased her respect for the mysterious Blood Clan Ancestor, this wild-hearted Northern Land Valkyrie would not have been so obedient.

Even though Lide was the one she had signed a Soul Contract with.

As a Northern Land Valkyrie, only the absolute strongest could earn her respect and recognition.

Although Lide was not weak, there was still a gap before he could truly conquer this wild Valkyrie,

Perhaps, in the future, he might make this member of the Northern Royal Family kneel and sing of “conquest,” but that was definitely not now.

Vina had naturally noticed Betty rummaging around in the study earlier, and her eyes lit up with curiosity upon seeing her.

Betty also looked over and, seeing that the Level 3 little Mage beside her possessed such exceptional temperament and beauty, felt slightly annoyed and lifted her head high.

“Mr. Lide, is there something you need?”

“Let me introduce you. This is Betty, a member of the Crimson Mage Tower starting today,”

Lide, seemingly ignoring the undercurrent between the two, directly said, “Also, Betty is a Level 16 Northern Warrior and Isa’s Guardian.”

Level 16 Northern Warrior? Vina was taken aback, then her face showed a degree of respect.

“Respected Betty, Vina greets you.” Respect must be maintained towards the strong; this was the iron law of Glory.

Betty’s originally proud expression faded upon seeing the admiration in Vina’s eyes, and she glanced unsurely at Lide. Shouldn’t she be retaliating against an enemy’s provocation?

Watching this small interaction, Lide couldn’t help but be amused and frustrated. Betty, due to being constantly on the front lines of battle, was a strong fighter but rarely interacted with others.

She was superb when it came to wielding strength, but her communication skills were hardly better than Isa’s.

“Betty, this is Vina. When I’m not around, the Crimson Mage Tower is fully managed by Vina, whose managerial talent is no less impressive than your combat talent.

To put it plainly, Vina has been of greater help to me at times than any three Level 15 Advanced Professionals.”

Hearing this, Betty’s gaze softened slightly, and she gave Vina a small nod.

“Hello, Vina.”

Vina responded politely, “Greetings, Lady Betty, it’s an honor to meet you.”

Lide waved his hand to interrupt the awkward conversation.

“Vina, let the news of Betty’s inclusion in the Crimson Mage Tower spread secretly among the Underground Forces. I want everyone to know that the Crimson Mage Tower now has a Level 15 Northern Warrior as a member.”

“Yes, Lord Lide.”

Having the protection of a Level 15 and above Great Mage is one thing, but having full control of a Level 15 combat deterrent is quite another.

Betty shrugged her shoulders, not voicing any concern; she was uninterested in these matters.

That day, the underground forces of Green City spread rumors.

A Level 15 Northern Warrior who had wandered to Green City had joined the Crimson Mage Tower upon the invitation of its owner, Lide Kachar, becoming a member of the Crimson Mage Tower.

This news immediately caused quite a stir among the Nobles of Green City.

The Crimson Mage Tower had been gripping everyone’s attention lately.

With its terrifing efficiency in producing Magic Scrolls, the tower’s status in Green City was growing day by day, and more merchants and Nobles were keen to collaborate.

Though many dared not act because of Spark’s deterrence, the seemingly not-so-strong Crimson Mage Tower was still watched by certain Nobles, looking for opportunities in secret.

The ability to mass-produce Magic Scrolls was just too tempting.

The occasional capture of thieves trying to sneak into the Crimson Mage Tower was telling.

But now, the Crimson Mage Tower had its own Level 15 Professional, and it was a Northern Warrior known for strong combat skills.

This news quietly dismissed the small schemes of many Nobles.

Extraordinary Existences were too scarce; Green City, with its population of over a million, only had one.

Therefore, in the absence of an Extraordinary Existence, Professionals of Level 15 and above were the pinnacle of combat power.

To possess such a combatant meant undoubtedly being able to hold significant ground within Green City.

Moreover, the Crimson Mage Tower had the backing of Spark, an established Great Mage.

In an instant, the status of the Crimson Mage Tower rose once more within Green City, and its owner, Lide, was again the center of attention among the Nobles.

Indeed, many major Nobles were already considering the possibility of marriage alliances.

A mentor who was a Level 19 Great Mage, powerful, renowned as the youngest talent among Mages, and, critically, with the coveted technology to mass-produce Magic Scrolls.

It was, by all accounts, a prime resource.

Not long after the news of Betty joining the Crimson Mage Tower had spread, the tower received numerous overtures from major Nobles in the succeeding days.

Most of these overtures expressed a central theme.

My daughter is quite lovely; would you like to meet her?