The Boss King actually disguised himself as a novice village chief?!
Chapter 290 - 244: Battle for the Undead

Chapter 290: Chapter 244: Battle for the Undead

Lind was certain that he couldn’t win over all the undead to his side, his only option was to play his role as the village chief of Newbie Village well and sway as many as possible to his side.

The undead, being neither mortal nor bound by any constraints, could never truly pledge loyalty to anyone. Lind understood this all too well, knowing that even the most law-abiding individuals in the real world often succumbed to madness in the game.

However, if he could integrate the undead into his system as soon as they entered the game, he could avoid a lot of trouble. Going from luxury to frugality is difficult, and they would fall in love with the convenient life in Star Dragon City.

He always remembered that he was in the service industry, and everything should focus on making sure the undead enjoyed playing the game.

Otherwise, what else could he do? Lind wondered if, one day, when the All Gods awoke, the moment they showed their health bars would signify the Twilight of the Gods.

In this whole world, the only "NPCs" with a sense of service, besides Lind, were those "village chiefs of Newbie Village," but unlike them, Lind not only had a sense of service but also a sense of management.

The brainwashed village chiefs simply followed orders and waited for the undead to come, perhaps even competing for them actively, but they would never understand Lind’s aggressive strategies for recruiting people.

This was a contest between "false village chiefs of Newbie Village" and "true village chiefs of Newbie Village."

Whoever controlled more undead controlled the power to speak.

At least for now that was the situation.

Lind grasped the reins and turned to say, "Go to Thorn City immediately, have Her Majesty Lania move to Mountain Demon Castle today, she must move today!"

Lania was very protective of her sovereignty, needing Lind’s support and protection, yet she still refused to move to Mountain Demon Castle, insisting on staying in Thorn City.

But now it was not up to her. Although Thorn City’s defenses were fairly strong, they would not hold against a group of undead launching a suicidal attack.

He also couldn’t guarantee whether, upon seeing Lania, the undead would choose to die protecting her, or find her head so beautiful that they’d want to chop it off and keep it as a collection, or capture her to keep as a canary.

As previously mentioned, because it’s interesting, that’s what they do, and that’s the most terrifying thing about the undead.

"Yes!"

Blackfire brothers realized that Lind had already changed his direction. He was not planning to go to Thorn City.

"I am going to Emerald Hill! Find me there after!" Lind flicked the reins lightly and the Catastrophe Warhorse beneath him darted off like an arrow loosed from its string, disappearing into the horizon under the gaze of the Blackfire brothers.

Surrounding Raven City, there are nine major Newbie Villages. Disregarding some abnormal ones, like the Dark Night Orchard, most newbie villages are certain to welcome a batch of undead.

Newcomers definitely need guidance.

Lind never thought about taking all the undead under his wing; that wasn’t realistic. However, as long as he could secure all the undead within his domain, it would be a monumental success.

As Lind acted, Star Dragon City had already become thoroughly busy.

Even Dome, the Two-handed Sword Wizard known for retreating into seclusion, stepped out of his room to actively welcome the return of the undead.

In all of Red Dragon Foothills, Dome was probably the most excited about the return of the undead, aside from Lind, and his joy was definitely sincere.

Dome’s numerous experiments needed ’guinea pigs’ who were not afraid of death, capable of resurrection, and even able to clearly recount experiences prior to dying. The undead could provide significant help in this area.

Had the undead not vanished for over a year, Dome was confident that he could have solved many of the research projects left to him by Lind and even improved upon them in that time.

Once again, all over the land was stirring.

And those assigned to manage areas like Holy Water Town, the Harbor Village, Persimmon Town, Cazhen Town, and others began to mobilize upon spotting the undead.

...

Barki, known as the cunning supplier, truly made his name over a year ago when he was still just a trader in Holy Water Town.

The fearless undead had already appeared by that time, but besides their immortality, they hadn’t shown any other advantages. Moreover, due to their strange nature, the undead were continuously ostracized by the residents of Holy Water Town, with only the town mayor believing in the necessity to keep the undead around.

Later, Lind appeared and effortlessly defeated the defenses of Holy Water Town.

It all seemed as if it had happened just yesterday.

After their contact with Lind, the undead seemed enlightened and began improving themselves uncontrollably and displaying terrifying abilities.

It was at that time that Barki and other traders were arranged by Lind to start moving.

As traders, they provided various services to the undead.

Barki noticed one characteristic of the undead, they did not value money, meaning that as long as one could quickly meet their needs in a certain area, they would not ask about the price and would even go as far as to sell their pots and pans to afford it.

Thus, Barki, with his bold yet careful approach, seized the opportunity and earned a vast amount of Points and Gold Coins.

The currency entirely depended on Lind, who alone could decide the purchasing power of money. Although during this period, Barki and other traders had also tried to control the market.

This was not difficult, such as deliberately withholding some payments and goods to control the circulation of products in the market. They had an understanding, and Lind’s loyal soldiers, lacking any business acumen, and even the considered most wise wizards could not comprehend the business tricks.

When the traders grew greedy, their courage even allowed them to ignore death.

However, the subsequent developments exceeded Barki’s expectations.

The undead were indeed willing to pay more, and traders offering cheaper goods made a killing, but... as NPCs, their earned money and Points held no purchasing power.

Points were a special currency designed specifically to attract the undead and were entirely dependent on Lind, binding to him personally.

Most traders lost their enthusiasm, thinking, since Lord, you only consider us as vendors, don’t blame us if we don’t work hard.

The subsequent developments once again broke the traders, the undead did not need their cries or any business tactics; each time there were new goods, as long as Lord put up a sign or hung a banner, the undead would soon come to buy.

Lord needed only a tool that could keep accounts.

Barki was among the few who continued taking his trading job seriously after discovering that people from various professions were being selected and rewarded. He was clear that his day would also come.

And now, he had gotten his chance!

Returning to Holy Water Town as the "new mayor" to develop this land, though without any promises or appointment, Barki was very much aware, he was no different from the minor lords before the apocalypse.

He stood on the newly reconstructed city wall of Holy Water Town, where the geographical advantage had been extended again, the walls were higher, making them easier to defend and hard to attack.

And equipped with large crossbows, catapults, and towers at each corner.

Entering the towers relied on iron-chain suspension ladders, ensuring the safety of the archers inside during sieges.

Fine gold chains and jewels tightly adorned Barki’s neck as he watched the bustling activity below.

Suddenly, streaks of white light flickered.

Figures in white shorts appeared.

The undead had arrived!

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