Volume 2 Spread Wings Chapter 157: Survivors and Transactions
I don't know whether they followed to attack the town, or scattered to other novice villages. In short, although they encountered demons quite frequently, the enemies were generally weak. Often, after a rain of arrows from Donna, the opponents would be killed or injured. So most of the journey was smooth. Only when they were getting closer to the final destination did some undead appear one after another.
Levi also noticed the opponent's skull and claws, which were undoubtedly transformed from werewolves.
This immediately made the witch Tiwa even more angry, and she joined the battle herself, which also allowed Levi and others to understand more about her abilities.
In addition to Eagle Vision, Mage Armor, Stoneskin and Summoning Archon, which she cannot use for the time being, she also knows earth-based offensive magic such as Stone Cones and Earth Spikes, as well as a quicksand trap.
Especially the last kind of magic, although it is not offensive at all, but in Levi's opinion it is very effective. Once the enemy falls into quicksand, he will be unable to move for a short period of time and will become a complete sitting duck. To some extent, it is somewhat similar to spider web magic, except that the coverage area is much smaller. However, its duration is even longer. Levi is very interested in this.
So in between battles, he also took the time to chat with the other party to see if there was any chance he could learn anything.
Although the witch Tiva was a little surprised by his attitude, she actually needed his help because her magic to summon the Yakon still could not be used normally, so this high elf and a werewolf quickly became familiar with each other.
Then Levi realized that the other party was actually specialized in the Eagle Eye Technique, and before meeting him, she had not succeeded once in eight years. She finally learned how to summon the Sub-Sky, but because of the serious conflict between the camps and factions, she could not use it at all...
Although he had a werewolf face that was difficult to identify, Levi could tell from the tone of his voice that the other person was full of grievances.
Indeed, no matter who it is, they would probably feel very aggrieved. They can only say that the Eagle Eye Technique was too deceptive and her luck was really too bad.
But before he could say a few words to comfort the other party, the witch Tiwa immediately cautiously tested her, wanting to ask her what she should do to truly master the method of summoning Yakong. She didn't want to waste this opportunity in vain.
Li Wei thought that it was actually because of your bad luck. Afterwards, he specifically asked Guang Yakong, Ao Shou Yakong and others. Among the Yakongs, there are also very few who tend to be dark and evil. If she summoned them, her magic might still be able to work normally.
But for his own considerations, he certainly wouldn't tell the other party this. He thought for a moment and said, "The safest way is to further change your alignment. If you can become absolutely neutral, I will help you think of a solution. If you become lawful neutral, then it will be difficult for the Archons to reject you."
The witch Tiva immediately showed an embarrassed and helpless expression. Doesn’t she want to?
But gnolls are inherently chaotic evil. Even if she consciously makes changes, she is still a long way from absolute neutrality, not to mention lawful neutrality.
Levi knew the time was right. He smiled and finally revealed his true purpose: "Under normal circumstances, it would indeed take a long time and a lot of effort, but right now there happens to be a great opportunity..."
Looking in the direction of his gaze, the witch Diva saw some annoying Quasers as annoying as flies, and then she came to her senses in an instant.
Indeed, demons are evil creatures that the whole world hates. If one can kill a large number of demons, it will definitely greatly promote the tendency of the camp!
It was obvious that she was moved, but Chen Zhui, the last man standing next to her, felt something was not right the more he listened.
What's going on? He had clearly already successfully reserved the witch Tiva, and after going through a series of hardships together, he felt that his success rate had greatly increased. But now, with just a few words from Levi, the duck that was already in his hands might fly away again?
You, a gnoll, actually want to follow the high elves? Why do I feel like my forehead is turning green for no reason?
But before he could say anything, they had already arrived at their destination, a gnoll camp in a hidden ravine. Everyone was on high alert because no one knew how many heavy troops were guarding the place.
Unfortunately, before Sam and Julia could reconnoitre the area, a hapless hyena seemed to have triggered a trap and was killed on the spot. Then a thunderous roar came from the ravine: "Traitor!"
Following the shout, fifty or sixty hideous-looking Hellish Werewolves suddenly jumped out and rushed towards them aggressively.
However, when Levi saw their charge route, he couldn't help but raise his eyebrows. It was obvious that the reputation level between him and the werewolves was already hatred, but these guys seemed to be heading straight for the Doomsday Chen Zhui and the Witch Tina.
The former is fine, but the latter is a heroic unit, yet still suffered such treatment. This can only mean that either these Infernal Gnolls and ordinary Gnolls are completely different species, and even things like reputation levels have been separated, or these guys are just pure idiots!
But no matter what, it doesn’t make much difference to him now, because the opponents are all enemies who must be killed.
The Purgatory Jackals quickly launched a charge, but Levi and his men were too experienced in dealing with enemies of this level. Before the two sides could really come into contact, many of them were killed by the rain of arrows. When they ran into the front line formed by Zhou Miyin and other Yu Yong, they were even bleeding from their heads on the spot.
And probably in order to show goodwill to Levi, the witch Tiwa took the initiative to release the protective stone skin to the Jade Warriors without Levi even saying a word, which made it almost impossible for ordinary Purgatory Werewolves to break through their defense.
Levi felt that the other party was indeed very capable of dealing with things. If things continued to develop, maybe he could really form a team with her. Although the high elves despised and even hated the gnolls, as a hero chosen by God, he certainly wouldn't mind that.
Seeing this, Chen Zhui, the Doomsday man standing next to him, couldn't help but feel even more complicated. Although he and the witch Tiwa were actually just temporary teammates, and he had even been clinging to each other, he felt really weird now, as if he had been cheated on for no reason!
As the rain of arrows continued, the number of Purgatory Jackals was rapidly decreasing, but among them there was an elite who was particularly tall and strong, and he showed extraordinary fighting power.
Using a giant mace as a weapon, it was extremely powerful. Even Zhou Miyin and others were knocked back when it was swung. Only the elephant warrior Bayoru could withstand it steadily.
However, as it was besieged by everyone, the wounds on its body were increasing rapidly, especially after Cindy released a Sigma Comet on it, its injuries became more serious.
But despite this, it did not show any sign of decadence. Instead, it fought more and more courageously. Levi even noticed that perhaps because of the blessing of the devil, some of the minor wounds on its body were still healing slowly and steadily. Apparently, it also possessed a special skill to continuously restore its life during battle.
Seeing Levi frowning slightly, the witch Diva subconsciously explained: "It was once one of Hogg's most trusted warlords, and unlike most warlords, it has a formal barbarian profession."
Levi couldn't help but raise his eyebrows. So that's how it is. This is a little more understandable.
Most of the ordinary natives do not have real professions. For example, although the half-elf warriors have the word "warrior" in their names, they actually do not know many warrior moves, and their abilities are also very different from those of the warrior-chosen heroes.
But the gnoll in front of him possessed a special barbarian profession, which meant that it had already distanced itself from ordinary low-level soldiers. Moreover, in terms of its actual combat power, it was indeed very strong, even more ferocious than the dragon warriors who had been outside the ogre camp.
However, Levi's current strength is no longer what it used to be, and the witch Tiva also put in a little effort, and quickly succeeded in getting rid of the opponent, and seized the mace used by the opponent, a blue-quality weapon - the Werewolf Howler.
Unfortunately, this thing not only requires relevant weapon expertise, but also has average attributes. More importantly, no one in the team uses this weapon, so it can only be kept and sold for money or exchanged with others later.
After dealing with the opponent, Sam scouted and dismantled several crude traps. The rest of the journey was smooth sailing. Soon Levi followed the guidance of the witch Tiva and actually entered the werewolf camp.
Although he had expected this, when Levi actually saw the bloodstains all over the ground and the many corpses with teeth marks thrown away casually, he couldn't help but feel his heart sink.
Without saying much, he immediately ordered Zhou Miyin and others to search for possible surviving prisoners.
Then the witch Tiva and the doomsday Chen Cone ran towards a tent immediately, but Sam's eyes were sharper. After realizing the other party's intention, he rushed in first, and in less than ten seconds, he brought back a few things with a happy face.
Levi took a look and found that in addition to the things that Witch Tina had agreed to, there were two more items.
One is a common magic specialty for mages, spell identification, which allows one to identify the magic being cast by the enemy through their mouth shape and spells. The specific success rate will depend on the levels, intelligence and relevant magic knowledge of both parties. If it is magic that has never been seen or learned, it is naturally almost impossible to be successfully identified.
He immediately realized that this thing should play a very powerful role in a duel between mages, and as the mage's own strength continues to improve and the amount of magic he masters increases, the effect of this specialty will become more and more powerful.
Needless to say, seeing that he met the requirements, he chose to use it on the spot.
Then another trophy was a little beyond his expectations, because it turned out to be a special formula for making magic items, which were the hunting shackles unique to the jackals!
Levi immediately realized that his way to wealth was coming.
Although as everyone's strength continues to improve, the enemy's strength is also constantly increasing. This kind of hunting shackles is too poorly made and can be easily broken or broken free by powerful people, so its value is not that high anymore.
But for novices or some druids, rangers, and God's chosen heroes who like to use wild beasts as subordinates, their value is unquestionable, so many people buy them every day, but usually there is no demand for them.
Once he could successfully master this special formula and produce it, he wouldn't become extremely rich, but his wealth would definitely be endless. In addition, his weapon enchantment ability was already very famous in many nearby villages. With these two things alone, he could make some money every day.
Unfortunately, this thing requires a prerequisite expertise in creating magical artifacts, which he cannot use for the time being. However, he vaguely remembers that the quartermaster has this expertise, and it is not particularly expensive, so it is easy to learn.
Seeing Levi's smiling face, Chen Zhui, the last man next to him, couldn't help but sigh, knowing that his plan would not work. After all, the initiative was now completely in the opponent's hands. They could not even be considered a team, let alone the possibility of sharing the spoils.
Although he didn't hold out hope, he still asked casually: "Levi, can you sell it to me?"
Levi put away all the things, then smiled and shook his head: "This is not in the agreement, but when I make it, I can sell it to you at a lower price."
They had agreed at the beginning that he would lead the way, and after rescuing the old wizard, he would tell the other party information about the kobold camp and the Underdark, but other things were not within the scope.
Chen Zhui nodded and didn't bother him any more.
Levi was a little surprised, but when he saw that the witch Tiwa didn't even look at this side, but was attracted by the many corpses around her, he knew that the other party probably had a backup plan.
As an indigenous hero, the fighting ability she has currently demonstrated may not be particularly strong, but she should still have some foundation.
She had told herself before that because the gnolls were a barbaric and bloodthirsty race without any magical heritage, she had been wandering around for many years, wanting to visit famous teachers and learn more magic. Especially after accidentally learning the Eagle Eye technique, she felt like she had found a treasure and began traveling on a larger scale.
Although due to racial reasons, almost 99% of the visitors explicitly rejected her request, and some even turned to attack her, but after going through so much, she is still alive today and getting . It is simply impossible to say that she has no gains or savings at all.
Especially this time, Hogg invited her to the Stoney Highlands, how could it be possible that no blood was shed?
This is also one of the important reasons why Levi has never really wanted to kill the other party even though the two sides have had conflicts before. He has not yet figured out all of the other party's cards.
"My lord, here!"
When Levi heard Julia's slightly surprised voice, he immediately knew that she must have found her target. He hurried over and soon saw the old wizard who was covered with scars, even his hair was burnt, and he was in a coma.
And more importantly, there is a glowing magic circle beneath him, which is an inverted pentagram circle representing evil, demons and even the bottomless abyss.
At the same time, there were also subtle energy flows that were almost invisible to the naked eye, but Levi could sense them through magic. They were drawn from the old wizard's body and then directed into the ground.
The witch Diva who followed along was immediately shocked: "This seems to be an evil magic circle similar to the energy-draining spell!"
Donna, who was holding a bow on guard, raised her eyebrows subconsciously. She had encountered similar magic before.
Levi also immediately understood why the old wizard could survive until now. It was obvious that no matter whether it was Hogg or some other demon, they regarded the old wizard as a source of energy, so they did not kill him for the time being.
However, once one is hit by a similar spell, it is almost impossible to easily recover the lost power, not to mention that the old wizard is now being dealt with by a magic circle that has lasted for an unknown amount of time.
Levi didn't dare to move rashly for a moment: "Diva, can you help me remove this magic circle?"
Although she could take action, the witch Tiva did not want to bear the responsibility alone. This old human wizard looked so weak. Who would be responsible if he was killed by the magic circle?
So she immediately responded: "Well, I can try, but I need your help to be safe."
Levi had no objection to this, so he quickly followed the other party's instructions and transferred a certain amount of magic power to several key parts of the magic circle.
As it turned out, the witch Tiva was not boasting. The system soon prompted Levi that his spell identification expertise had taken effect. Then, after a few seconds, with the combined efforts of the two, the light of the magic circle quickly dimmed.
Cindy and Janet treated the old wizard and gave him some water. After a long time, when everyone came to report that they had found some scattered property and about a dozen high elves survivors, the old wizard slowly woke up.
Then he saw the jackal face of the witch Tiwa for the first time, and he was so scared that he almost fainted again.
Fortunately, Levi was standing nearby, and although he couldn't figure out how they got together for a moment, it was obvious that he was saved.
However, perhaps because he had not eaten for many days and was affected by magic, the old wizard was so weak that he could not speak at all.
Seeing this, Levi comforted her with a few words, then turned to look at the witch Tiva. According to the previous agreement, their deal has now been reached.
He didn't waste any words and directly handed over the things the other party had asked for: "What are your plans next?"
"Well, I want to look for some of my kind in the Rocky Highlands. There must be some of my kind who are unwilling to be transformed into demons like me."
Levi nodded, and selectively told the other party the information about the Kobolds and the Underdark. Then he reminded him specifically: "If you really want to use the summoning of the Archon, you need to continue to change your camp. Now is a good opportunity. If you have any questions or needs, you know how to find me."
“But if things change, maybe I won’t stick around.”
Apart from the Underdark and the black dragon hidden below, there are not many enemies nearby that interest Levi, and the black dragon is obviously not a strong enemy he can challenge at the moment, so his next goal is to head east.
Kill your way through the undead and take part in the real battle between demons and high elves!
After saying that, he glanced at the Doomsday Chen Cone next to him. If there were any changes, the witch Tiwa might not know about it at the first time, but he, the God-chosen hero, might know more about it earlier. After all, he also has system announcements and forums outside the game.
Chen Zhui nodded. Although he was unhappy with Levi's obvious poaching behavior, he was now deeply aware of the limitations of the werewolf race. Unless he voluntarily transformed into a Purgatory Werewolf like those two hateful guys, it would be difficult for him to survive nearby.
There are only two options before him now: either run to the Underdark, or follow the example of the witch Tiva and try to change his camp.
Even if he changed, it would be almost impossible for the high elves to accept him, but he still had other options, such as the Cathay Empire, which was known for its tolerance of all things...
According to information on the forum, they not only accept non-human races such as ogres and tiger men into the team, but even undead creatures such as vampires, and allow them to enter the court and the army and hold a series of important positions.
Moreover, many indigenous officials seemed to be very keen on persuading foreigners to be good, or even recruiting them. Not only because it could supplement the strength of their troops, but also because they seemed to think that this was a way to publicize the greatness of the Zhendan Dynasty. In a sense, this had even become a political achievement.
Therefore, as a jackal who is determined to abandon evil and turn to good, I will definitely be very welcome by the other party.
Although this was actually very unpleasant for him, he had no choice but to try to be recruited for better development.
However, no matter which of these two paths he chooses, it is not easy. In the short term, he still has to continue to cling to others...
After rescuing all the captives, Levi officially parted ways with the jackals. Doomsday Chen Zhui and the witch Tiwa left in a hurry. They also had a lot of things to do. Levi also successfully copied the two magics of Quicksand and Stone Skin from her at the cost of a few small level 1 magics.
In fact, she was even more satisfied with the deal than he was, because in her travels over the past years, other magicians had rejected her as soon as they saw her race, and would never actively communicate with her about magic. This made her even more excited. If she could continue to work together with Levi, it didn't seem to be a bad thing. At least for now, he knew much more magic than she did...
At this time, the old wizard had recovered a little, began to stand up tremblingly, and tried to move independently.
However, his body was still very weak, he couldn't even stand up straight, and his mood was obviously very low.
Levi could also understand it, not only because his mission failed, which led to the deaths of a large number of his companions, but also because his strength had obviously declined significantly.
In comparison, some of the vitality of the other survivors was also drained, but their strength was relatively low to begin with, and they were not magicians, so the impact they suffered was not that great.
But the old wizard was old and experienced after all, and as they started their return journey, it didn't take him long to cheer himself up.
Levi also comforted the other party for a few words, and then asked: "From what I know, Hogg seems to be a pure warrior."
The old wizard sighed and said, "This is exactly what I am worried about. There are several fly demons surrounding it. They seem to be the masterminds behind the scenes. Hogg is just a dog being used."
Levi shrugged. Under normal circumstances, the other party's inference was correct. Unfortunately, he had no idea what had happened during the short few dozen hours when he was imprisoned.
So he revealed to the other party all the information he knew, including the brief battle between the Abyss Demon and the gods, and the captured Black Castle.
The old wizard became more and more excited as he listened, and his eyes almost popped out of their sockets. Only then did he notice the multiple abyss cracks hanging high in the sky like the sun or the moon.
Then, with the wisdom of a wizard, he immediately realized that if he relied on his own strength, he might never be able to take revenge on Hogg.
Seeing this, Levi couldn't help but ask tentatively: "What are your plans next?"
Although the other party was obviously hiding something when it came to the duet ring and when he was teaching him many magic tricks, he was still half his teacher anyway.
Moreover, even if he lost his power, Levi didn't think it would be a big deal. In this world, if you are really willing to risk your life, it is not too difficult to become stronger.
The old wizard said without hesitation: "Of course I will continue to fight the demons. Although I no longer have my original strength, I still have knowledge and wisdom. Even an old dog still has a few teeth!"
But looking at Levi's expression, the old wizard suddenly came to his senses. He looked at Levi with a half-smile: "You want to recruit me? A useless person?"
Levi also smiled: "As you said, you still have knowledge and wisdom. I learned a lot of magic from you. Besides, you are not the only one who has suffered similar hardships."
At this time, Donna took the initiative to stand up. Although she didn't say a word, the old wizard seemed to understand something, because there was no need for Levi to lie to him.
After a few seconds of silence, he suddenly laughed: "If I want to surrender , why don't I choose other generals or lords? You don't even have a place to stay."
Donna next to him couldn't help but snort coldly. She had already shared the same honor and disgrace with Levi. If the other party looked down on Levi, wasn't he also looking down on her?
But Levi was not angry at all, instead he kept smiling: "Because they don't lack people, but I do, and I also have talents that they don't have. I am a hero chosen by God."
As we all know, the heroes chosen by God are full of countless mysteries. Similarly, their potential is absolutely unmatched by ordinary people.
The old wizard also smiled: "You almost convinced me. Let's make a deal. As long as you can kill Hogg, or those fly demons, I will really consider your proposal and teach you everything I have learned. How about it?"
"make a deal!"
