Chapter 622: Chapter 511, Level 18 Hero Shaping_2 Chapter 622: Chapter 511, Level 18 Hero Shaping_2 “Good morning, guest!”
“Good morning.” Wu Heng took out an emblem, “Check for me, has the last order been completed?”
Retili was prepared and, by opening the door and clapping her hands, a few workers carried in one coffin after another.
“In total, seven corpses, among which two are alchemists, one each in Potionology and Alchemical Bomb Making, two mechanists, both specialists in equipment modification, one ironsmith, one chef, one gardener,” Retili introduced each one by one.
It must have been a while since their last visit.
The number of corpses was more than any previous occasion.
“What levels are they all?”
“As per the requirements of your order, all are level 15 professionals,” Retili responded.
Wu Heng raised an eyebrow, casting a somewhat skeptical glance at her.
Level 15 special professions were rare to begin with.
They were under intense protection in every kingdom, and also by prominent Chambers of Commerce.
Those assassinated or deceased from old age were understandable, but the sudden appearance of seven all at once made Wu Heng start to wonder if they were killing people everywhere just to fulfill the order.
Even though the corpses were of his own necessity.
But he didn't want to cause any chaos because of this matter, leaving a hidden trouble for himself.
Retili noticed his gaze and explained with a smile, “During your absence, we have brought in corpses from consortia everywhere. You can rest assured it won't cause any trouble for you.”
“Hmm.” Wu Heng nodded, then continued to inquire, “As for the items that can hide identity and facial features, any results?”
“Not yet, but should any item come up, we'll collect it for you at the first instance,” said Retili.
It seemed that such items were indeed quite scarce.
“Let's settle the accounts,” Wu Heng said as he gathered all the corpses.
Retili had the staff carry out the settlement and meanwhile asked, “Guest, will you continue purchasing corpses?”
“Continue the purchase, and I also need a new commission,” Wu Heng replied.
“Please wait a moment,” Retili said as she personally wrote the commission for the continued purchase of corpses.
Then she asked, “What's the content of the new commission?”
Wu Heng handed her a blueprint, “Make a Magic Building with a Flame Furnace according to the specifications and dimensions on the drawing.”
Retili took it and looked it over, “No problem.”
“How long before it can be completed?”
Retili answered, “If you are in a rush, we can speed up the process a bit. It can be delivered in 5 days, with the price around 5% higher.”
“Agreed, speed it up,” Wu Heng said.
“I'll come to collect it in five days.”
Retili smiled, nodding as she wrote the second commission.
Wu Heng also paid the balance for several skeleton corpses, marking the transaction complete.
Once the business was finished,
Wu Heng walked out, with Retili and her people seeing him to the door.
It stirred quite a bit of speculation and discussion about his identity among onlookers.
Stepping into the wilderness, he called for the Phantom Train and returned to Gold and Silver Island.
Back at Gold and Silver Island.
Wu Heng went straight to the association.
Upon entering the association hall, he greeted the staff along the way and headed for the Steward's Office.
Knocking lightly on the door and entering after receiving a reply,
Xi Ligui was polishing her weapon while her assistant, Shi Yali, sat by, sorting through documents.
Seeing Wu Heng enter, Xi Ligui's eyebrows raised, “Where have you been recently? You've been unseen.”
“Took a trip off the island, went out to buy some things,” Wu Heng sat down.
Assistant 'Shi Yali' brought over some tea.
Xi Ligui also sat back down, “I've submitted the application for the second port you mentioned; whether the approval comes through depends on how well you write it.”
“When I get back, I'll also write a request for expansion, asking the association to allocate funds along with us,” Wu Heng remembered as XI Ligui reminded him.
During his previous visit to Xi Ligui, he mentioned the matter of constructing a new dedicated port.
In time, the ships of the association and those of Gold and Silver Island would separate from the commercial and public ports.
Wu Heng felt it would benefit both the association and himself, and he couldn't let it be solely at his own expense.
Having brought up the matter, it seemed Xi Ligui agreed.
“Right!” Xi Ligui nodded.
Wu Heng continued, “I've come to discuss with you the matter about the captain of the Flying Fish Pirate Group.”
Shiraz directly said, “A level three fugitive, carrying the crimes of robbing caravans and murder, there's just no way to let him go.”
If we set him free today and he causes some other problem later on,
we'll all be out of luck.
So, even if it means he dies on the island, it's impossible to release him.
Wu Heng thought it over and felt that letting him go was indeed inappropriate; every person must bear their own crimes.
But, he did indeed save 'Philippa'.
If we just kill him, Philippa would probably have a hard time getting over it.
“Is there any chance we could give him an opportunity to make amends for his deeds, since he did save Philippa and one of the Association's Secret Speakers, which could be considered a special contribution?” Wu Heng pondered and then said.
Shiraz frowned, “How do you propose he makes amends?”
“I'm not sure, you're the Steward, you figure out how he can make up for his wrongs,” he replied.
Shiraz fell silent, then said, “For now, let's keep him locked up in prison. I'll speak to headquarters about this matter. If they're willing to give him a chance and revoke the warrant, then we'll talk further. If they're not willing to cancel it, we'll still have to execute him.”
“Okay,” Wu Heng nodded.
That was the best option.
Whether or not he would get a chance to redeem himself was up to his fate.
If the Association won't cancel the warrant and we release him, it will only bring trouble for both parties.
With that matter discussed,
Shiraz stroked the hair on her forehead and asked, “Where did you buy that cool breeze-emitting device for your residence?”
“In a couple of days, I'll have someone install one for you,” Wu Heng generously offered.
“I'll pay for it,” she said.
“What's the need for money? The entire island is mine, and installing a device for a good friend doesn't cost anything,” Wu Heng said nonchalantly.
Zombie World had plenty of air-conditioned shops; one more or less made no difference.
It's just that he would have to also install photovoltaic panels for her.
Shiraz smiled, “Then I thank the Island Master.”
“No need to be polite. Do you want it at your place?” he asked.
“Yes,” she replied.
The two chatted on,
while the nearby assistant 'Shi Yali' leaned on the desk, watching the two having a cheerful conversation and smiling as well.
Returning to the Island Master's Manor.
The sky had also dimmed.
And so the day passed.
In the training room, a lop-eared bunny girl with an oval face held a longsword, following a skeleton warrior in training.
Huffing and puffing loudly, but without much presence.
Not much different from Mini at the very beginning, with her flowery punches and embroidered kicks.
“Master!” several voices called out in succession.
“Have you switched professions?”
Mini sighed, “I couldn't do anything about it; she's set on being a warrior.”
“I think warrior is quite good,” Annette said with a shy smile, then curtsied, “Thank you, Master.”
Wu Heng nodded, “Yes, warrior is pretty good, a profession with a clear direction. Train well; you'll be counted on to protect everyone in the future.”
“Yes, Master,” Annette said, her cheeks flushing gently.
Wu Heng returned to his study, and the maids continued their training and chatting.
The entire Island Master's Manor had become livelier than before.
The next day, Zombie World.
Wuyang Commercial Street.
The Skeleton Army formed a tight Spear Array.
They advanced step by step, trampling over broken corpses scattered on the ground.
Zombies lunging at them were impaled by spears, struggling, being pushed back slowly.
Eventually, they were turned into a honeycomb of wounds and fell to the ground.
Ding~!
[Level advanced to 18, Constitution +2, Intelligence +2, Charm +1.]
[Unlock Trait: Hero Shaping.]
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