Chapter 327: Bu Quan Gives Treasures

“Why did she come to visit?” The dragonman youngster's first reaction was surprise.

He knew Bu Quan.

The latter was an excellent alchemist who had an alchemy workshop and property in Snow Bird Harbor and was one of the leading figures in the city.

The dragonman youngster and Zi Di had discussed her when they were talking.

The Dragon Lion Mercenary Corps was in dire need of alchemists, and the dragonman youngster had thought of recruiting her, but he also knew that it was difficult for a mercenary corps of their size to recruit such talented people.

“She had sent an invitation letter before, saying that there was a mercenary mission.”

“Could it be related to this mercenary mission?”

The dragonman youngster speculated in his heart.

He had wanted to take advantage of the invitation letter to visit Bu Quan alone and establish preliminary contact. But then a mysterious assassin sneaked in and committed a crime, disrupting the dragonman youngster's plans.

Now, Bu Quan had taken the initiative to visit the Dragon Lion Mercenary Corps.

This was indeed strange!

After the dragonman youngster had publicly accused the Bayonet Gang and intervened in a heroic duel, the conflict between him and the gang had escalated to a very intense level.

The major forces that had originally sent invitation letters to the dragonman youngster were now sitting on the sidelines and suspending their contact with the Dragon Lion Mercenary Corps.

They had all realized that it was almost impossible for the Dragon Lion Mercenary Corps and the Bayonet Gang to coexist in Snow Bird Harbor.

They were waiting to see who the ultimate victor would be after the conflict ended.

Compared to these large forces, although Bu Quan had the status of a transcendent alchemy great master, her overall strength was relatively weak.

According to common sense, she should also wait quietly and be a safe bystander.

“But why did she suddenly visit me?” the dragonman youngster muttered to himself.

Seeing the look of confusion on Long Fu's face, the Snow Bird Harbor City Lord immediately smiled and said, “Perhaps I know the reason.”

“Bu Quan and the Bayonet Gang have a deep conflict.”

“Even before she had fully matured, she had already shown exceptional alchemy talent, which aroused the Bayonet Gang's greed.”

“The Bayonet Gang used both force and persuasion to try to force Bu Quan onto their side.”

“Their strong-arm tactics provoked Bu Quan's aversion, and she refused to comply.”

“During her escape, the nanny who had raised her was killed by the Bayonet Gang.”

“Bu Quan had been raised by her nanny since she was a child and had a deep affection for her, like a daughter for her mother.”

“She would definitely want to avenge the murder of her mother!”

“After Bu Quan escaped from Snow Bird Harbor, she took the initiative to go to the Alchemy Guild, where she displayed her talent and ability and successfully obtained the protection of the Alchemy Guild.”

“She thus escaped the pursuit of the Bayonet Gang and cleverly concealed her feelings for her nanny.”

“She gradually grew up and became a recognized alchemy genius.”

"During this period, the Bayonet Gang realized her influence and took the initiative to make peace. Bu Quan was wise. She pretended to accept the Bayonet Gang's apology and put an end to their past feud.

Once she had earned enough contribution to fully repay the Alchemy Guild, she gained her freedom.

She returned to Snow Bird Harbor and opened several alchemy workshops.

She had been secretly searching for and collecting evidence of the Bayonet Gang's crimes, which was also my job. Many times, I deliberately designed and took the initiative to leave some evidence of their crimes for her.

"Because of this, I realized her true purpose, investigated it, and understood her motive for revenge.

"The main reason she took the initiative to visit this time was because you, Long Fu, clearly accused the Bayonet Gang, and the conflict between you and the Bayonet Gang is irreconcilable. This gained her approval to the greatest extent. She came to help her allies!"

“So that's how it is.” The dragonman youngster suddenly understood and couldn't help but show his joy.

On second thought, the dragonman youngster looked at the Snow Bird Harbor City Lord again: “Since that's the case, I might as well introduce her to you, City Lord.”

“We are all fighting against the Bayonet Gang, so comrades-in-arms must naturally unite.”

But the Snow Bird Harbor City Lord shook his head.

“I don't recommend that, Commander Long Fu.”

"Our plan has already been agreed upon. You just need to engage in a heroic duel with Teng Dong Lang and keep him occupied in the dueling arena."

“Trust me, I've been preparing for so many years, taking down the Bayonet Gang is not a problem!”

"Before the heroic duel, we must declare war and delay time. Therefore, even though I have a lot of evidence of the Bayonet Gang's crimes in my hands, I haven't brought it out."

"Don't provoke the Bayonet Gang too much. Let them think that although the situation is bad, it is still under their control.

"I need time to make the final arrangements. And you, Commander Long Fu, need to heal your internal injuries, don't you?"

At this point, Snow Bird Harbor City Lord paused and said, “To be honest, after realizing Bu Quan's true attitude towards the Bayonet Gang, I once wanted to put her up as our banner's symbol.”

“She is very influential, has had a tragic experience, and has achieved success through her own efforts, so once her past is exposed, she will inevitably gain a lot of sympathy and recognition.”

“The more recognition and sympathy the public has, the more disgust and hatred they will have for the Bayonet Gang.”

“But in the end, I chose you.”

"Because the crime of desecrating a heroic duel is far more serious than the crimes the Bayonet Gang committed against Bu Quan. Even gangs in other cities would despise and loathe the Bayonet Gang after this."

“There is another reason, which is profit.”

“Bu Quan is a snow elf and an alchemy master with connections and background in the Alchemy Guild.”

“If I cooperate with her, when I win and eliminate the Bayonet Gang, she will take a large share of my gains, including political influence.”

“In comparison, Commander Long Fu, you are the one I am more willing to cooperate with.”

These words moved the dragonman youngster on the spot.

“Thank you for your honesty. I admire your sincerity and wisdom!” The dragonman youngster bowed slightly to the Snow Bird Harbor City Lord.

He had learned something!

The Snow Bird Harbor City Lord's choices, actions, and considerations allowed the dragonman youngster to see the political side of a mature struggle.

This was something he had never encountered in his past experiences.

Struggle was never just about fighting and killing.

The dragonman youngster was eager to learn and good at reflection.

His communication with the Snow Bird Harbor City Lord allowed him to learn a lot of things he was lacking.

These words showed him the way forward—he could become a more mature leader going forward.

“It's great that you understand.” The Snow Bird Harbor City Lord patted the dragonman youngster on the shoulder to show his closeness.

Of course, he wouldn't usually speak so plainly.

But he knew even more clearly that the trust he had worked so hard to build with the dragonman youngster could not be destroyed by anything.

This trust had not come easily; he had earned it by slaying a gold level opponent.

It was also a golden opportunity that he had been waiting for many years!

“Go on,” said the Snow Bird Harbor City Lord, "Bu Quan has come to visit you on her own initiative to reinforce you. She will bring you some equipment or medicine. Perhaps there will also be evidence of the Bayonet Gang's crimes. But that's unlikely, since you don't have a deep trust between you."

"The most important point is that this evidence alone won't be enough to bring down the Bayonet Gang. If you defeat Teng Dong Lang, then maybe it'll be a different story."

“Speaking of which, Bu Quan is quite skilled at making alchemy equipment for reconnaissance.”

"When she was studying and growing up in the Alchemy Guild, she created an alchemy blueprint. It was a telescope that could uniquely mark targets within its field of view based on threat level—a highly creative design."

“The first such telescope she personally crafted earned her seventh place in the Warm Snow Cup Alchemy Competition.” 

"Don't underestimate seventh place—the Warm Snow Cup is the highest-tier alchemy competition in our kingdom. The top ten in each competition are extremely valuable!"

The dragonman youngster temporarily bid farewell to the Snow Bird Harbor City Lord, left the cabin, came to the ship's rail, and greeted Bu Quan.

Bu Quan had the beautiful appearance of a snow elf.

But what was even more memorable was that she always wore a pair of black-rimmed glasses.

“Commander Long Fu, please forgive me for my presumptuous visit.” When Bu Quan saw the dragonman youngster, she was very polite and did not act like an alchemy master.

Other places are another matter, but in Snow Bird Harbor, she is considered the best in the field of alchemy.

The dragonman youngster hurriedly said, "Master Bu Quan, your visit is a pleasant surprise. Though we have only just met, I have long admired your reputation." 

“To be honest, after receiving your invitation letter, I had planned to visit you.” 

“Unfortunately, that plan was disrupted.” 

Bu Quan comforted him, "Commander Long Fu, you are a believer in the Justice God.   I believe that under your hands, justice will prevail."

“I admire your courage.”

“The Bayonet Gang has committed countless crimes, and you are the first person to stand up and publicly accuse them!”

"I admire you as a person, and at the same time, I have a deep grudge and hatred towards the Bayonet Gang. So, don't be surprised by my visit. I am here to help you!"

Bu Quan was also very frank and directly stated her purpose.

The dragonman youngster hurriedly thanked her, then led her into the captain's cabin at the stern of the flagship to entertain her.

The first item she took out was a pair of ski goggles.

The lenses were large, covering half of the dragonman youngster's face.

“I modified these for you overnight, Commander Long Fu.” 

“These goggles can automatically mark targets based on threat level, with colors ranging from white, green, yellow, red, to purple.” 

“White indicates no threat.” 

“Green means the threat is minimal but should not be ignored.” 

“Yellow indicates the target poses a certain threat and requires attention.” 

“Red signifies a severe threat and demands extreme caution.”

"Purple is the highest level of threat, typically exceeding your combat strength.   Withdrawing temporarily is the wise choice." 

Finally, Bu Quan said with a touch of pride, “This equipment is my original creation and has not been disclosed yet.” 

“Even the Alchemy Guild has not received any information about it.” 

“Commander Long Fu, I am gifting it to you, and I believe it will be of great assistance to you.”