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Chapter 6: Knowledge Is Power
Chapter 6: Knowledge Is Power
"Here are all the potions I've made during this time. I'll leave it to you, Brother, to distribute them," Su Nan said.
"Great job!"
Kai patted Su Nan on the shoulder with an excited smile, then glanced at the potions on the table. After a moment, he asked, "How effective are these potions for high-ranking knights?"
"Not very effective," Su Nan replied without hesitation. "They can only increase a high-ranking knight's constitution by about one to two percent."
"I see."
Kai's face fell slightly, thinking the potions would be a waste if used on him.
After a moment, he turned around and called out, "Jodan."
"Yes, sir."
The knight whose name was called stepped forward, his face beaming with joy.
Kai picked up a potion and tossed it to Jodan.
"Drink it."
Without hesitation, Jodan uncorked the bottle and tilted his head back, swallowing the bright red liquid.
In the next moment, his skin visibly turned red, veins bulged, and his face contorted in pain.
Fortunately, the effects lasted less than two minutes before Jodan's body returned to normal.
He panted heavily, drenched in sweat, but his expression was one of intense excitement.
"Amazing effect!"
"I feel much stronger, and my reaction time has improved significantly," Jodan said, gesturing with his hands and feet.
Su Nan nodded to himself.
The Lesser Dragon Blood Potion should enhance a low-ranking knight's constitution by about 0.7 to 0.9 points.
Considering that a low-ranking knight's constitution is usually between 8 and 10, a 10% increase is quite significant.
For a high-ranking knight, the increase would be around 0.2 to 0.3 points.
However, this is just a low-grade Lesser Dragon Blood Potion. Once Su Nan's potion-making skills improve and he gets better quality ingredients, he can create more potent Dragon Blood Potions.
Seeing Jodan's transformation, the other knights' eyes lit up, and they looked at the potions on the table with even more eagerness.
Kai's face broke into a pleased smile. After a moment, he said, "Go and fetch Nelson, Cady, Nodan, and the others!"
Kai listed seven names.
These were the squire knights who had accompanied them when they left the Shining Fief. They were loyal and reliable, having been left to them by their father.
The Lesser Dragon Blood Potions would naturally be given to these knights first.
One of the knights immediately turned to relay the order.
The rest of the knights looked disappointed but quickly composed themselves.
They all understood that using the potions to enhance the squires' abilities would be more beneficial than giving them to the knights for a marginal boost.
If they could strengthen a few more knights, it would be a significant boon for Blackrock City, especially with the Blackscale Lizards poised to invade.
Even a few more knights could greatly alleviate the manpower shortage in Blackrock City.
Soon, the seven chosen squire knights were brought to the council hall.
After consuming the Lesser Dragon Blood Potions, three of them immediately formed a Life Seed and advanced to become full-fledged knights.
The remaining four, though they didn't break through, were now very close to achieving knight status.
All seven were flushed with excitement.
Kai encouraged the seven briefly, then scanned the room with a serious expression. "The existence of these potions is crucial. Without my permission, no one here is to reveal the potions to anyone else. Those who disobey will face military discipline!"
Everyone's expressions grew solemn, and they all responded in unison.
None of them were fools; they understood the significance of these potions.
Without a doubt, if the Insurgent from Shining Fief learned about the Lesser Dragon Blood Potion, he would waste no time in attacking Blackrock City, unwilling to let them grow and strengthen in peace.
Su Nan had initially intended to give a reminder, but seeing that his older brother had already considered the matter, he held his tongue. He pulled out a list from his pocket and handed it to Kai.
"Big Brother, help me gather the materials on this list. I need as much as you can get."
"And keep an eye out for wizard tomes."
"No problem," Kai nodded without hesitation.
After witnessing the wonders of the Lesser Dragon Blood Potion, he no longer had any doubts about the power of wizardry. All he felt was amazement and admiration.
Now, he was eager to fulfill every request his younger brother made, hoping to help him focus on his research and create even more powerful potions.
As the Frostfall Month approached, the weather grew colder.
A sense of desolation hung over Blackrock City.
The thin white breath of the militia, exhaled into the frigid air, formed a mist above the city walls. Many of the militia huddled behind the crenels, rubbing their hands to stay warm, occasionally peering out to keep watch.
Suddenly, one of them stood up, eyes wide, and shouted, "Scout riders are coming! They appear to be from Cassel Village."
Several militia members quickly lowered the baskets to receive the riders.
About ten minutes later, the loud alarm bells rang out over Blackrock City.
Everyone heard the sound.
In his study, Su Nan lifted his head, his expression shifting slightly.
"The Blackscale Lizards have finally arrived."
For the past month, Blackrock City had been preparing for the Blackscale Lizards' invasion, temporarily moving the residents of distant villages into the city.
Closer villages were guarded by soldiers.
Meanwhile, Kai, in full armor, stood ready to lead the army against the Blackscale Lizards at a moment's notice.
In previous years, the atmosphere in Blackrock City at this time would be heavy with dread.
After all, the Blackscale Lizards' invasion would cause significant damage to the city.
Loss of life, destruction of buildings, and trampled fields would all require an entire spring to recover from.
In the war against the Blackscale Lizards, Blackrock City gained nothing, and both victory and defeat would weaken the city.
But this year was different.
The existence of the Lesser Dragon Blood Potion meant that the blood of the Blackscale Lizards could strengthen the Blackrock City army.
Each Blackscale Lizard killed provided another opportunity for the army to grow stronger.
Blackrock City now had the means to strengthen itself through war!
In this situation, the invasion of the Blackscale Lizards was no longer a mere disaster but an opportunity.
With the promise of rewards, the army would naturally burst with several times the morale and enthusiasm.
Su Nan could already imagine the knights and commanders charging forward with excited expressions at the sight of the Blackscale Lizards.
"Just a zero-grade potion can turn Blackrock City's dilemma around."
"Knowledge truly is power; that saying is indeed correct."
Su Nan's eyes gleamed as he lowered his head to continue reading the book.
On the slightly yellowed pages, the first line was written in small black letters.
'Wisdom is the true source of a wizard’s power!'
(End of Chapter)
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