Apocalypse Descent: Farming with My Harem
Chapter 504 - 227: The Diligent Blacksmith, Crafting Nightmare Arrows (5400)_2

"Wouldn't you like to give these to the soldiers first?"

Even they knew that the soldiers in the territory had reached a bottleneck and urgently needed the Heart of Power for a breakthrough.

Besides, they had only recently joined the territory and were considered newcomers.

Cao Xing chuckled, "Don't worry, it won't be long before everyone breaks through."

Upon hearing this, a smile also appeared on the faces of the War Ancient Trees.

They extended a branch and accepted the Intermediate Power Heart from Cao Xing's hand.

"The Ancient Tree Spirit will protect you, esteemed Lord!"

[Due to your generous gift, Guna Ta's loyalty among territory members has increased. Current loyalty: 86]

[Because you...]

...

After three loyalty boosts, all their loyalty levels reached above 85.

Under the watchful eyes of the Sister Flowers of the Tree Spirit Clan and the three War Ancient Trees, he left the area.

After surviving the catastrophe, Cao Xing felt in high spirits.

He hummed a song as he patrolled his territory.

The staff was already busy repairing the collapsed buildings.

Even the two hundred warriors were vigorously shoveling the accumulated snow.

"Very good. At this rate, my territory will soon be back in operation."

"Next, it's time to deal with the batch of materials in the backpack!"

Thinking of this, a smile appeared on Cao Xing's lips.

After all, he had obtained a large amount of crafting materials in the Witch Forest this time.

Including tens of thousands of spikes from Nightmare Cannibal Flowers and golden-quality tree bark, among others!

This was an astonishing fortune!

Cao Xing planned to make arrows out of those Cannibal Flower spikes and trade them in the market for other resources.

Their powerful [Life Drain] attribute would surely cause a mad scramble among the survivors.

And Cao Xing could gain significant profits from it!

With this thought, he grew more eager.

Then he went straight to the [Blacksmith Shop].

As soon as he entered, the sound of a hammer hitting iron resonated.

"Clang! Clang clang!"

He didn't need to look to know that Harold had been working here for a long time today.

Ever since Cao Xing assigned his wife, Putana, to defensive duties in the territory, Harold had been remarkably diligent in his work.

He exerted himself in the [Blacksmith Shop] every day.

Cao Xing had tried several times to persuade him to take more rest, but Harold always smiled and claimed not to be tired.

This dwarf exhibited a man's responsibility and tenacity perfectly.

When Cao Xing entered, he smiled and asked, "Mr. Harold, what are you busy with?"

Hearing the voice, Harold set down the hammer in his hand.

He wiped the sweat from his forehead and respectfully replied, "Lord, I'm forging the batch of wild boar skeletons you brought last time into light armor."

"The quality of these materials is excellent and tough. They should yield some third-tier armors."

Cao Xing listened with a smile on his face.

He knew the dwarf before him would not rest, so he didn't press further.

Instead, he continued to ask, "Harold, how long do you think it will take for you to break through to becoming an expert-level blacksmith?"

Upon hearing this question, the rough-looking dwarf in front of him appeared contemplative.

Then he slowly said, "Returning to the Lord, after advanced blacksmithing is expert-level blacksmithing."

"At my current pace, with the various advanced materials supplied by you, I am confident I can break through to expert-level in about a month or two."

Cao Xing nodded in understanding.

Two months seemed long.

But for the people of this world, it was actually quite a short time.

After all, any expert-level blacksmith took a substantial amount of time and resources to cultivate.

Even in the main cities, an expert-level blacksmith held a very high status.

Nobles and knights all competed to have him craft their equipment.

Harold was able to advance from a 'intermediate blacksmith' to an 'advanced blacksmith' quickly.

And now, progressing towards an 'expert-level blacksmith'.

It was naturally because Cao Xing often brought back various advanced materials, allowing Harold to explore freely.

Hence his skill level soared!

Knowing the estimated time, Cao Xing didn't dwell on the subject further.

Instead, he took a large quantity of [Nightmare Cannibal Flower Spikes] out of his backpack.

They ranged from green grade to purple grade.

Harold's eyes focused as he observed the black aura emanating from the spikes.

Then he picked one up and examined it closely in his hand.

"What sharp spikes!"

Harold exclaimed, "Lord, these spikes could easily pierce the skin of a fourth-rank creature, and I can detect traces of toxins and a peculiar aura on them."

One had to admire Harold's keen eye.

Just a glance revealed the traits and rank of these materials.

Cao Xing said, "What do you think, can these spikes be crafted into arrows?"

Harold scrutinized them a bit more and then nodded solemnly, "They can, Lord."

"However, the residual toxins on these spikes aren't much. They might lose their poisonous effect after just one or two uses."

"But nonetheless, purely for their sharpness, they already make excellent arrows."

"To increase their durability, I suggest crafting them into all-iron arrows, what do you think?"

Cao Xing asked, puzzled, "All-iron arrows?"

"Yes."

Harold nodded, "Although all-iron arrows are quite heavy, their durability is several leagues above wooden arrows and won't break easily. In critical moments, they can even be used as short spears."

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