The Necromancer is amassing troops like crazy in the apocalypse
Chapter 871

Chapter 871: Chapter 703, Let Her Accompany You Chapter 871: Chapter 703, Let Her Accompany You Acquiring assets here?

Hearing Shanaela say this, Wu Heng understood the meaning behind it.

Currently, the high-quality assets and properties in Netalee City were vacant and priced low, presenting a good opportunity for acquisition.

Of course, there were some risks involved.

If wars were to start again and the city fell into others' hands, there was a high chance those types of purchases wouldn't be recognized.

Then the money spent would be for naught.

Currently, the association presided over the area.

Furthermore, following the attack on the investigation team, more high-level professionals from headquarters would come here. With this scenario blocking the information flow, the likelihood of large-scale battles was not high.

“This might not seem very appropriate,” said Wu Heng.

Shanaela's voice came over again, “Once the news spreads, every merchant group will rush here looking for opportunities. Merchants follow the profits, who cares about what's right or not? Besides, if we purchase it, whatever plans the Fifth Princess has can still be negotiated with us. If someone else buys them, it won't be so easy to discuss.”

Then Shanaela added, “Each person in the investigation team has their own forces and supported Chambers of Commerce; they will definitely spread the news as well.”

That made sense.

It was better to keep things in one's own hands than to let someone else buy them.

“Then come over, and we can see what we can buy,” Wu Heng also agreed.

“I'll gather the funds tonight to avoid getting beaten to it by other Chambers,” Shanaela said directly.

“Good.”

After chatting briefly with the maid and Shanaela about the situation on Gold and Silver Island, Wu Heng learned that not much had changed there.

The newspaper was still serializing stories; they had already started the third one about the Great Detective.

Popular items were being sold continuously: production of pens and watches had gradually increased, and the bicycle factory had started operations, although efficiency had yet to improve.

After a short chat and ensuring each other's safety,

the call was terminated.

…

Hanging up the receiver, Wu Heng arranged for skeletons to guard the radio station.

He picked up his cup of water, took a sip, sat back down, and started to think about the events of the day.

Capturing the White Wings Gang Leader was originally planned for the end.

Unexpectedly, they discovered an elder impersonating an operative from the Snake Badge Consortium, which also led to a conflict with the military.

Had Wu Heng not killed the City Lord and had the Skeleton Army not entered the city, the outcome would have been difficult to predict.

Wu Heng, Tapani, and Gianvito would certainly have escaped, but it would have been hard to say for others.

There would definitely be casualties.

“I thought it might be the Kirin Road, but it turned out to be the Venerate Saint Sect,” Wu Heng muttered while holding his teacup.

When on Gold and Silver Island, Wu Heng and Xi Ligui had analyzed the situation concerning the Yeko Kingdom.

Additionally, after discovering the Kirin Road's plan under the Secret Cultivation Hall, they speculated that the internal strife in the Yeko Kingdom was largely related to the Kirin Road.

This case in Netalee City was also a search for relevant clues.

In the end, when they questioned the corpse, they learned that the supporters of the Crown Prince belonged to this sect.

“Serve them right! If they dare to kill our investigation team, the reputation of an Evil Cult is definitely theirs to wear.”

“The Crown Prince is probably out of the race for the throne.”

Once the association begins its investigation of the Crown Prince, whether it's the officials supporting him or other sects and influential families,

there would be hesitations about continuing their support.

After all, if a reason is found by the association, the Royal Family isn't much of a concern.

Then, Wu Heng began to think about his subsequent plans.

The Fifth Princess was to manage this area, and with Shanaela coming over, it could create an opportunity for him to enhance his reputation.

He had to closely align himself with the Fifth Princess.

When the time came, her entry into the throne's succession would definitely cause a sensation in the Kingdom.

He could also benefit from a boost in his reputation.

Thinking this, he decided to check his panel.

[Level: 19 (347585/355000)]

[Reputation: 19 (9582/66000)]

The level experience was not something to worry about.

The gap was in the reputation.

“I'm Level 19, Glenda Level 20; I have some capital too.”

“Must seize this opportunity.”

…

Thinking this in his mind.

Glenda flew back through the wall from outside and glanced at the study. “Haven't the two of them come back yet?”

“No, they might have gone out to watch the excitement,” Wu Heng replied, closing the panel. “How is the city doing?”

When Wu Heng got back to the City Lord's Mansion, he released all three Ghosts.

He mainly wanted to check if there was any danger in the city.

After all, the Level 18 Fist Master from the Venerate Saint Sect had escaped; he might pull a surprise move on them, considering he had dared to kill investigators. Attacking two people wouldn't be surprising either.

There was also the disbanded army in the city, checking if they were assembling to cause trouble.

“I didn't find any other high-level professionals, the city is a bit chaotic though, with lots of gangs fighting, but the association is also strengthening patrols, so there shouldn't be any big problems,” Glenda answered.

Wu Heng nodded, then added, “Shanaela will come over from Gold and Silver Island tomorrow, planning to buy some properties here.”

“No wonder she became the Chamber of Commerce President, pretty sharp,” Glenda praised, then suggested, “Why don't you go meet her? You could be back in half a day.”

They were talking about the Phantom Train.

“It's better if she takes a ship, suddenly appearing can attract too much attention from association personnel here, and later on, we might need the time difference as a cover.”

Glenda thought it over and nodded. “That's true, and there's plenty of time. She's definitely the first to get the news and hurry over.”

While they were talking, Xiao Xiao and Bella also flew back.

“Uncle, there's nothing out there, I didn't find anyone high-level,” Piao said, floating beside his shoulder.

“Good,” Wu Heng replied, then asked, “Why did you come back so late today?”

“I watched a fight with Sister Bella, it was intense,” Xiao Xiao said, waving her fists.

“Over what?”

“It seemed to be about capturing someone, I didn't really understand.”

Ah, just watching for the excitement.

Because they don't know anything.

“I heard a bit,” Bella said, “The people who got beaten were from the Conscript Team. They forcibly took some people away, and when they didn't come back, their families came and beat them up, it was pretty bad.”

“Oh, I see,” Xiao Xiao realized, then asked, “What's a Conscript Team?”

“It's like, let's say your uncle doesn't want to go to battle, then these people come and capture him, forcing him to go, and they beat him if he refuses.”

“Oh, I see,” Xiao Xiao nodded.

After the City Lord died, the Conscript Team lost their special privileges.

Now that the fight was over, for those who were taken and returned alive, it was mostly fine; they could just curse a few times.

But the families of those who didn't return would surely seek them out for payback.

“Are they still fighting?” Wu Heng asked.

“No, the patrols came by, and they dispersed,” Bella replied.

“That's good.” Wu Heng nodded, shifted his body, and said, “I'm going back to rest, today's fight took a lot out of me.”

“Give me that Skill Book.”

“And my tablet, did you charge it?”

“I did, those two cartoons, watched over and over again.” Wu Heng took out everything.

“Then find me something new.”

“When I can find something,” Wu Heng said, then opened the door and went downstairs.

Downstairs.

He saw Philippa sitting on the living room sofa with Fifth Princess 'Brittany' rubbing her shoulders; a Maid was kneeling by her side, massaging her legs.

“Put some strength into it, haven't you eaten!” Philippa still complained.

Wu Heng walked over and pinched her cheek, “Bullying, huh!”

“If I had lost, the tavern would be theirs,” Philippa stated.

Brittany clenched her teeth but still said, “Fair is fair, indeed Philippa won, we admit it.”

The two had made a bet before.

If the murderer was the City Lord, then Brittany lost and had to serve as Philippa's maid for a month; she could order her around as she pleased.

If the murderer wasn't the City Lord, then the Conch Tavern would be lost to the Fifth Princess.

Although it was ultimately proven that the real murderer was the Level 18 Sect Guardian of the sect and the City Lord was indeed involved, saying he was an accomplice was putting it mildly; he was probably one of the masterminds.

So, in the end, it was considered Philippa's win.

Seeing that both parties were willing, Wu Heng had nothing much to say, “Just don't go too far.”

Philippa tossed her hair, “Go, get me some water, and Brittany, go prepare the bathwater.”

“Psh!” Brittany clicked her tongue and turned to go upstairs.

The maid also went to fetch her water.

Philippa said, “Or let me have Brittany keep you company tonight, I'm in charge now.”

Brittany, who was headed upstairs, stumbled almost falling over.

Wu Heng rolled his eyes at her, “Don't always scare her, just joke around and leave it.”

“That won't do, she really wanted my tavern at that time, it's only fair she serves as a maid for a month.”