Chapter 579: The Mint Factory
Chapter 579: The Mint Factory
Three days later, Lindsey and his team returned to the Banyan Forest as planned.
The three core members of the team had different experiences during their time away.
Lindsey, counting the gold ore he mined over the three days in his backpack, was already planning the construction work for when they returned to the town.
Iron Jade, on the other hand, was quietly contemplating treatment methods for plants.
Although he had an idea, finding the right proportions still required a lot of work, and a detailed plan was indispensable for the initial stages.
The most unique among them was Vivian.
This young girl, on her second visit to the Insect Tribe's canyon, was welcomed by the bug folk, who were always grateful for their help in treating the plague.
Furthermore, Vivian actively engaged in communication.
During this time, she even made some good friends.
Vivian was a precocious child.
However, as she bid farewell to her new friends, certain thoughts inevitably surfaced, reflected in her youthful face.
That night, Lindsey noticed the child's thoughts.
Before going to bed, he approached her:
"Vivian, you seem to have something on your mind."
The little girl stared at the campfire in front of her, her voice filled with a mixture of longing and self-reproach:
"Mr. Lindsey, I... I've made a lot of friends these past few days."
"They're so pure, as if they've never interacted with anyone, and they're so nice to me..."
As Vivian's voice trailed off, Lindsey spoke up:
"Making new friends is a good thing, isn't it?"
Vivian shook her head, looking lost:
"Of course, I really like them too. But... but their appearance..."
Vivian felt embarrassed to express her thoughts.
Lindsey understood her feelings and smiled as he ruffled her hair:
"Silly child, first impressions based on appearance are a common habit for most people. There's no need to feel embarrassed."
"The most crucial thing in making friends is not that."
Vivian turned her gaze towards him.
Lindsey extended his right hand, pointing to his heart:
"The crucial thing is the heart."
"On this matter, just follow your heart's desires. Time will prove the authenticity and reliability of your friendships."
Vivian nodded in understanding:
"I... I will."
"..."
The journey back to the Banyan Forest was uneventful.
After a few days, Lindsey and his team once again saw the enormous canopy of the Banyan Forest, blocking out the sky.
Familiar surroundings came into view, closer and closer.
This trip for treatment was also the longest time Lindsey had been away from the camp.
Upon their safe return, the guards stationed at the edge of the Banyan Forest seemed to have won a great victory, cheering with excitement.
"You've worked hard during this time."
"I'm sure there were no issues while I was away, with you guarding the camp?"
The guards responded even more enthusiastically to Lindsey's words:
"Rest assured, Mr. Lindsey!"
"As long as we're alive, there will be no danger here!"
After bidding farewell to the guards, Lindsey led the others back to the camp.
As they entered the area with the camp buildings, the team gradually dispersed.
Lindsey had planned to start working alone.
But after taking only two steps, he heard the squeaking sound of a wheelchair speeding across the ground from a distance.
"Lindsey, you're finally back!"
The writer girl was pushing her wheelchair on the rocky road, her enthusiasm overriding the bumpy ride and the pain in her buttocks.
Lindsey watched silently as Silude approached, immediately reaching behind her wheelchair and pulling out a roll of drawings, presenting them proudly:
"Look, this is my design!"
"As per your requirements, I've considered multi-level structures, lighting effects, accessibility, future tree growth, and the aesthetic appeal of the architecture!"
"..."
Lindsey took the drawings.
As he walked towards the town, he carefully examined his surroundings.
In just over a month, Silude had kept her promise and delivered on her assurance.
The blueprint not only outlined the architectural structure but also included intricate designs for numerous decorative items.
If the entire Banyan Forest was constructed according to this plan, it could even rival the elegance and romance of an Elven City in Middle Earth.
"..."
Admittedly, Lindsey didn't have a favorable impression of Silude.
However, he couldn't help but acknowledge her dedication and skills:
"It's indeed an excellent design."
"To complete the city expansion design in just over a month is something even I would find challenging."
Silude couldn't help but feel proud:
"Heh—my Seventh Stage Skill isn't something I picked up on the street!"
"Although I can't manipulate Source Essence, the knowledge etched in my mind won't disappear into thin air!"
"..."
So, deep within his heart, his obsession with the hero's condition remained unchanged.
Lindsey and Silude exchanged a glance, both understanding certain unspoken matters, and thus, they didn't delve further into the topic.
A few minutes later, Lindsey arrived at the designated plot for the mint factory.
The University had already completed the necessary technological research.
He invested his remaining gold coins into the system, and a nearly enclosed architectural framework emerged from the ground.
"..."
"A mint factory does indeed require such stringent security." Lindsey remarked.
He casually summoned a citizen and instructed them to call in the construction team to expedite the completion of the building.
Silude, standing nearby, spoke up:
"Lindsey, are you not worried about Hammer's mission? They've been gone for quite some time now."
The iron mine was located far away, and the round trip alone would take over two months, not to mention the time required for their diplomatic endeavors.
At times like these, ordinary lords would inevitably feel anxious.
However, Lindsey had already confirmed the outcome through his skills, so he remained calm and composed.
"Hammer's mission is proceeding smoothly, so there's no need for you to worry."
Silude, failing to stir up any unease in Lindsey, felt a twinge of disappointment. Nonetheless, she soon found solace in his abilities:
"Well, it's all thanks to your remarkable skills."
"Let's talk about what's in front of us. What's this new building for?"
Lindsey replied:
"A mint factory, used for minting currency."
"With a stable income of gold coins, the city can enter a new phase of rapid development."
Within a few moments, the construction team arrived, and they began working inside the framework of the mint factory.
Lindsey couldn't bear to leave.
He stood in place, silently observing the building as it transformed from a virtual design into a tangible structure, awaiting the moment when the minting of gold coins would commence.
Silude, standing by his side, felt a bit restless.
She had little interest in the construction but was reluctant to leave Lindsey's side, so she forced a conversation:
"Lindsey, what's the situation with those bugs now?"
Lindsey didn't respond immediately.
Instead, Silude's question reminded him of another matter.
Lindsey turned to the writer girl, his expression turning solemn as he spoke:
"The Insect Tribe is naturally not a problem."
"However, Silude, while excavating the gold mine, I found the explorer's notebook again."
"In your destiny perspective, can you discern any clues?"
Silude's expression changed, and she closed her left eye before speaking:
"Entanglement, misfortune, betrayal, sacrifice..."
The girl's voice abruptly halted.
She furrowed her brows and closed her right eye as well, then continued:
"It's no use; with my current abilities, I can't see the details."
"But... the person is alive, and the situation is chaotic, a mix of joy and worry, I suppose?"
(End of Chapter)
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