The Necromancer is amassing troops like crazy in the apocalypse
Chapter 741

Chapter 741: Chapter 599, How Did He Do It? Chapter 741: Chapter 599, How Did He Do It? “If it's just over level five, it shouldn't be difficult,” she said softly, her arms crossed in front of her chest.

In the room, Retili said this quietly.

Wu Heng looked at her and asked, “From your tone, is it harder than collecting the bodies of civilians?”

Retili's sapphire-like eyes glanced up at him, and with a smile, she said, “Literacy, intelligence, long dedication to research–each criterion eliminates some people. Not everyone is qualified to be a mage.”

It was different from the game.

In this world, being a mage was not a common profession.

Even if profession change scrolls were made available, few would choose this path.

The first requirement was literacy, a good understanding of professional terms and magic terminology.

It was not just understanding by oneself; more often, one needed a teacher's guidance.

Otherwise, even a skill book would be unintelligible.

Then there was the family's economic situation.

Not everyone had the luxury of time to delve into magic without considering the cost of living.

Of course, Wu Heng also heard flattery in her words.

She guessed that he was a mage.

Her words also praised the prowess of mages.

“Write the commission, and try your best to collect,” Wu Heng said indifferently.

“Okay,” Retili nodded and bent down to fill out the commission form, her low-cut neckline revealing a glimpse of her whiteness.

Then she casually said, “Recently, the surrounding countries have been chaotic; there might be some unexpected gains.”

“Hmm,” Wu Heng didn't say much, even though needing bodies, he didn't really want any country to fall into chaos.

From the situation in Black Stone Town, it was evident.

When a country was in turmoil, ordinary residents suffered as well.

A newly established Heaven Destiny Cult had killed so many people.

After filling out the commission, Retili went to the door to hand it to a staff member outside.

Wu Heng also didn't plan to stay any longer.

He stood up, “I'll head back too, and come again another time.”

“I'll walk you out!” Retili stepped forward, affectionately linking her arm with his.

Wu Heng paused as he walked towards the door.

Retili also stopped, a trace of self-doubt flashing in her eyes, “I'm sorry, I… ”

Wu Heng glanced at her, naturally wrapping his arm around her waist, the smooth sensation under his hand, “Aren't you afraid I'm an old man?”

Retili's face broke into a smile again, “You couldn't possibly be an old man.”

“So certain?” Wu Heng was curious.

Retili sounded confident, “A woman's intuition, and I'm always very accurate.”

The two continued down the corridor towards the hall, and when they were close to walking out,

They slightly distanced themselves from each other.

Retili still had to maintain her image.

She walked Wu Heng to the front door, waving goodbye.

Gold and Silver Island.

Virgil, accompanied by his attendants, walked down the street, observing the small island.

The bustling crowd moved ceaselessly, workers in brown shirts carried goods, well-dressed merchants moved gracefully, and elegant ladies in gorgeous long gowns, their hat feathers fluttering with the wind, were out strolling and shopping.

Vendors energetically hawked their wares; a flower girl promoted fresh flowers from her basket.

A lively, prosperous island.

Virgil and his companions' expressions were peculiar.

Before arriving, they had specifically looked up information about this island, which was founded on a base of pirates.

Even after that, it was Wu Heng who served as the island master.

But it hadn't been for long.

Now, there was nothing that resembled a pirate island, rather it looked like a flourishing royal city of a prosperous country.

After a few more steps, a shout came from ahead.

“Newspapers, newspapers, 65 copper each, news of the surrounding kingdoms, the story of Miss Beni.”

“Those who can't read, don't buy, go to the tavern to hear the bards read the content aloud.”

“Miss, I'm selling newspapers, please don't put your hand on my buttocks, it's not included in the sale.”

Looking up, he saw a newsboy standing on the edge of a flower bed, waving his newspapers,

While he spoke to the crowd gathered around him.

“Buy one, let's take a look,” the mage, 'Virgil,' directed his companion.

The attendant stepped forward,

Elbowed his way through the crowd, and came back with a newspaper.

Walking quickly back, he said, “It's already the sixth issue, the story is about a tavern maid.”

Virgil took the newspaper and quickly scanned it.

He saw the title of the story below.

“Blushing Maid Beni.”

It wasn't Wu Heng's own story.

Was the newspaper story just for sales?

He quickly scanned the content then stowed it into his space ring, “Let's go, let's check out the tavern first.”

Golden Sail Tavern.

As they entered the tavern, the bard's voice came through,

“By age nineteen, she had already worked in the tavern for seven years… living a mundane life.”

“Then one day, a strangely dressed guest entered the tavern, clean and fair, with black hair like wearing a black top hat.”

The bartender came over with a slight apology, “Guests, it's full.”

Virgil nodded, “Let's go, we'll try another one.”

Black Crow's Nest Tavern.

“The next day, Wu Heng delivered the bounty to Benny and told the story of rescuing the children in the town…” the Bard glanced at the newspaper and said.

“Guest, even the private room is filled. Please check other places,” the bartender said.

The trio stepped out again, seeking another establishment.

Red Shell Tavern.

“Benny looked reluctant, yet she lacked the courage to go forward…”

The trio saw that the tavern was fully occupied.

Not waiting for the bartender to approach, they turned and left.

Drunken Moon Inn.

A tavern that seemed to have been refurbished from an inn.

“Do you have a spot?” the Attendant asked.

The trio had checked several places and were getting a bit irate.

There was something amiss with this small island.

Where would you find every tavern bustling in the middle of the afternoon?

“Yes, please come this way,” the bartender hurriedly cleared a spot for them.

The trio sighed in relief.

Following him, they sat down.

There were others at the table, including a big-bearded Short person.

But at this point, any available table was fine.

The trio ordered some drinks and food, their eyes also drawn to the Bard on stage.

“From frightened and timid, Benny gradually became resolute, cursing the level 18 leader and all the congregants who killed the villagers.”

“Benny knocked over the oil lamp and stood amidst the flames. There was no fear in Benny's voice, only hatred for those from the Evil Cult outside, shouting, 'Wu Heng will return and avenge me and the villagers!'”

“The fire grew more intense, completely swallowing her figure.”

Wuwuwu~!

Soft crying sounded from a corner.

Bang~!

The Short person with the big beard at their table slapped the surface, angrily saying, “Has the association eaten shit, to have sent her to investigate a level 18 professional?”

The three Mages, looking at the irate Short person.

Felt as though they were being scolded too.

But upon further thought, they realized the criticism was aimed at the local association that had arranged for this Maid to head out.

Yet, there was also a trace of surprise in their eyes.

This newspaper was really remarkable, capable of stirring everyone's emotions.

Even after listening to the story, they too felt pity for the Maid named 'Benny.'

Such a good girl, to have died like that.

“This Island Master, what a method he came up with, quite impressive,” one Attendant remarked.

The other spoke, “The newspaper isn't unusual, it's similar to the stories issued by the association, it's mainly because of the writer afterwards, who made the story so engaging.”

“Could it be, as 'Mo Fa Te' said, she was reincarnated as a Soul?”

“If that were true, Mo Fa Te would have had a reason to take action on the spot, seeing his apprentice being bullied?”

Virgil sipped his drink and spoke indifferently, “I am also curious about him, I will see what kind of person he really is.”

After cursing, the Short person at their table.

Sat back, looked at the trio in surprise.

“When did you change?”

The Phantom Train appeared.

Wu Heng, accompanied by Kai Xiu, disembarked from the train.

They returned to the city, hailed a carriage, and headed back to the Island Lord's Mansion.

Sitting in the carriage, passing by a newspaper stand, he slightly opened a slit to look outside.

The area around the selling point was crowded.

Aside from those buying newspapers, there were also some who, after purchasing, would read out loud to others.

The gathered crowd thus increased.

“Why are there so many women buying newspapers?”

“Isn't it because of this edition's tale? Every tavern Maid buying several copies, talking about boosting this edition's sales.”

“Princess, the newspaper is bought, there are too many people here, let's leave first.”

As the carriage moved past, voices were heard inside the carriage.

Back at the Island Lord's Mansion.

Mini helped him remove his coat and hung it aside.

She asked softly, “Did Master have lunch?”

Wu Heng felt his stomach and said, “Not really hungry, let's have dinner together in the evening!”

“Then I'll prepare some more delicious food for dinner,” Mini said with a smile.

Wu Heng patted her little head, “Alright, as you wish.”

He sat in the living room and enjoyed the air conditioning for a while.

The front gate of the courtyard was knocked on, and Mini hurriedly went out to open it.

Then, Mini returned, bringing in 'Mackintosh' with six arms.

Mackintosh wore a deep gray-purple cloak with a hood, underneath was a deep blue long dress, gold earrings, and a gold necklace around her neck.

Highly distinctive in appearance.

Entering the living room, Mackintosh placed three of her arms across her chest in greeting, “Lord Island Master.”

“Sit down,” Wu Heng said.

Mackintosh sat down nearby, and Mini brought over some iced tea.

“Lord, just after noon, three people arrived on the island, one of them appears to be of the Mage profession, the other two are attendants following him, their levels might be above 15, even possibly 18,” Mackintosh directly stated her purpose.