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Chapter 731: Young Master Lindsey
Chapter 731: Young Master Lindsey
After learning about Lindsey's situation, Alice glanced at the brick in her hand. With a final remark, "I don't have anything I want," she ended the communication and continued to lead her team at the edge of the floating island, overseeing the construction.
Most of the workers in the camp outside the city were low-level craftsmen or new recruits.
Alice possessed the Survival Construction skill module, which allowed her to effortlessly gain recognition and influence within the team due to her Righteous One aura.
"Premium Timber..."
Meanwhile, inside the castle, Lindsey had moved on from his initial joy and was now deep in thought, his brows furrowed.
He had already gathered the other synthesis materials for the Cloud Sea Fishing Rod, except for the Premium Timber, which was a bit troublesome.
Among the items he had obtained, the Violet Leaf Vine Branch used to repair the world connection point was considered premium timber. The Crimson Horn Holly, capable of forcibly disrupting techniques up to the sixth stage, was another type. And then there was the Radiant Ironstone Tree he had planted in his shop to produce high-quality minerals regularly.
Three types of timber, and the Violet Leaf Vine Branch had already been used.
The remaining two each had their own purposes. The Crimson Horn Holly was crucial in combat, and the Radiant Ironstone Tree produced resources. Lindsey couldn't bear to use it for crafting the fishing rod.
"Hmm..."
As Lindsey pondered, his gaze swept across the surroundings.
The walls of the castle, already imbued with some emotional connection, provided him with an idea. He was certain that the skilled craftsmen in the castle, with their access to premium resources, could provide him with the desired timber.
"The only trouble is to avoid raising suspicions."
"Otherwise, a simple resource collection could turn into a mass escape from the floating island."
Ding!
The friend list responded again.
Lindsey looked down and saw that the Righteous Lioness girl was confirming their plans.
Alice: 【Lindsey, how long do you plan to stay in the castle?】
Lindsey: 【Ideally, I'd like to find a spaceship, as it's crucial for us to cross the eastern edge of the world.】
Alice: 【Finding a spaceship here would be great, but we shouldn't waste too much time if we can't.】
Lindsey: 【I understand. Let's set a deadline. One month... no, make it a week. If we can't find a spaceship within a week, we'll sneak out at night and continue eastward. We'll figure out another way as we go.】
Without needing a reminder, Lindsey overcame his desires.
He understood the importance of not getting lost in temporary pleasures.
It was fine to experience a moment of luxury, but one must not succumb to it, becoming a mindless ape in a conditioning experiment, frantically pressing the feeding button.
Meanwhile, outside the silver-gray walls of the Silver City...
Alice stood in the camp, a slight smile on her lips as she read Lindsey's response.
Alice: 【In that case, when can we meet?】
Lindsey: 【What's the matter?】
Alice: 【The module seed you gave me can only last for three days. If I'm going to work for a week, I'll need to find a way to extend the time.】
Lindsey: 【No problem. I'll come out of the city when I find the chance and let you know.】
After communicating with Alice, Lindsey opened the map, glanced at it, and then wandered off.
He was contemplating how to deceive the craftsmen into giving him premium timber without arousing suspicion.
Lindsey made his way to the garden at the back of the castle.
Just then, through the castle's walls, a powerful and majestic Essence force emanated from the direction of the main hall.
Even as an outsider, Lindsey could sense a compelling desire to submit. This was the essence of the Organizer's technique, exuding an overwhelming sense of oppression.
If one were to face such a technique and already be under the control of an Organizer, the situation would be unimaginable.
"Is it Leaf Haiya? What is she doing?"
"..."
Lindsey remained silent and slowly approached the corresponding direction. When he was close enough to the Castle Main Hall, he stood at the edge of the wall, and faint voices drifted into his ears.
"If you don't submit, then go and conquer!"
"..."
"I'm withdrawing from the battlefield, not only to avoid massive population loss but also to rapidly expand our influence while they fight amongst themselves."
"..."
"Next time you encounter such a problem, don't come back to ask me. Kill!"
The Organizer's voice was filled with anger.
Lindsey listened carefully and pieced together the situation.
Leaf Haiya's dispatched troops were facing resistance from natives on other floating islands. Their leader seemed to be a very powerful Sixth Stage Awakener.
Faced with a potential deadly battle, Leaf Haiya's subordinates couldn't make a decision and had to seek the ruler's opinion.
"..."
Lindsey's expression turned solemn.
Leaf Haiya, instead of advancing, was retreating in the face of crisis.
While other Seventh Stage enemies fought in the world's center, she chose to withdraw and focus on development.
This was a strategy among Awakened ones.
This battle might involve the core interests of the world.
But as an Organizer, Leaf Haiya's ability to rapidly expand her rule became the optimal solution to all problems.
Lindsey concluded in his heart but couldn't help but recall his experience in the Forest Courtyard.
The lord of Nine Bay City, Mulleranhuun, was also an Organizer.
But when he was severely injured, he was desperate to find a decisive treasure to heal his wounds, sacrificing his people on a large scale.
If the other party had chosen the same path as Leaf Haiya,
Lindsey's experience in the Forest Courtyard would have been a different story.
"Different Awakened ones, influenced by their techniques, perceive problems differently. It's not a one-size-fits-all approach. But even those with the same technique may choose different paths."
"The complexity of people can't be simply addressed by applying templates."
Lindsey sighed softly.
Just then, he sensed someone approaching from the castle garden behind him.
Lindsey turned and saw Lily, carrying a tray, walking towards him.
"Master, why are you out here?"
Lindsey nodded slightly to the maid:
"It's a bit stuffy in the room, so I came out for a walk."
Lily heard the response and glanced at the direction of the Castle Main Hall.
The maid could also feel the powerful essence radiating from Leaf Haiya and smiled at Lindsey:
"You sense Lady Leaf Haiya's essence too?"
Lindsey nodded, pretending to be a child:
"That's right, my sister's essence is so strong!"
Lily's expression was one of understanding:
"Of course, she's a Seventh Stage powerhouse! As long as you're in the castle, your safety is guaranteed."
First, she affirmed Leaf Haiya's strength.
Then, this maid, who had just left the kitchen, reminded her new master:
"But Master Lindsey, you should be careful too."
"I just heard in the kitchen that a strange plague is spreading in the inner side of the Middle Ring World."
"It's best if you don't come into contact with people or things from the outside."
(End of Chapter)
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