The Necromancer is amassing troops like crazy in the apocalypse - Chapter 719

Chapter 719: Chapter 582, Feels Even More Exhilarating Chapter 719: Chapter 582, Feels Even More Exhilarating The tavern instantly quieted down, the chefs and helpers from the kitchen also made their way to the doorstep.

Everyone on the island knew of the duel between the Island Master and the challenger.

Even after it was over, even if it was the challenger who lost.

It was still a topic of discussion among the people, who also speculated about his true identity.

Without much of a pause, Saban leaned forward, his tone serious, “The challenger ‘Lu An*Randolph’, a Prince of the Celt Kingdom, the next designated King, a Human Race genius nurtured by the Association, and the elder accompanying him is his master, an 18th-level Mage.”

Whoosh~!

The quiet tavern instantly became noisy.

From their attire and temperament, one could tell they were definitely not ordinary people.

But no one had expected there to be so many identities.

Lopez Port of the Celtic Kingdom is connected to the Emerald Sea, so it’s familiar territory.

And yet, the challenger was the Prince of the Kingdom, the next King.

He was also a Human Race genius supported by the association.

The elder accompanying him was also an 18th-level Mage.

All these identities combined were much bigger than Wu Heng, who had been appointed as the Island Master for his merits as a Vice-executive.

It was even said that they couldn’t be compared at all.

“He’s a genius? He must be about the age of the Island Master right?”

“He should be younger than the Island Master, and his potential in the future bigger.”

“Big deal, he was born a prince, his path already set in stone, and the Island Master changed professions later than us.”

“That’s true, the stories mentioned that the Island Master used to solve cases to make ends meet, back when he didn’t even have a profession!”

“So, the Island Master beat up his student right in front of an 18th-level Mage.”

“Yeah, just thinking about it feels satisfying.”

“It looked so cool live yesterday, and now knowing his identity makes it even cooler.”

The Bard Saban picked up his water cup and took a sip.

As the chatter died down, he continued, “Folks, let’s carry on with our discussion, and later we’ll talk about the fourth installment of the detective story.”

The patrons gradually quieted down.

Saban continued to look at other contents in the newspaper.

…

In the Steward’s Office of the Association.

Shi Yali walked in, handing over the newspaper to her sister, “Wu Heng was ruthless, he publicized Lu An’s name and identity in full; now everyone on the island knows him.”

Xi Ligui wasn’t surprised and said with a smile, “He brought it upon himself, bragging around the island about challenging the Island Master. He deserved to be beaten up.”

Speaking thus, she still took the newspaper, glanced at the content.

Prominently at the center was a photo of the combat arena scene.

Wu Heng had lifted the reward high, Shi Yali stood beside him with a smile, and in the bottom right was Lu An, in torn robes, looking dejected.

The whole picture was very expressive.

The victor’s joy, the beautiful judge’s attention, and the dejection of the loser.

Even without reading the text above, one could understand what the picture wanted to convey.

Xi Ligui glanced at the picture, then at her sister, feeling that the expressions in it were a bit different from the usual.

“Did you add this picture?”

“I don’t know, it’s probably some new prop,” Shi Yali said, and then added, “Part of the newspaper was also sent to the port, presumably via our fleet to different associations across the Emerald Sea, and also to our headquarters.”

Xi Ligui smiled, reclining in her chair back, “Lu An had bad luck offending him, and from the looks of it, this incident is not likely to be contained on Gold and Silver Island.”

The location of the Emerald Sea is quite special, linked along the coast to many countries’ seaside cities.

As copies of the newspaper are distributed, people from different places will gradually learn of this incident.

Involving the Prince and a talent supported by the association, it can also help publicize Wu Heng’s reputation.

“Yes,” Shi Yali, sitting beside Xi Ligui, urged, “Let’s read the fourth installment of the story; I bet on it at the tavern by the door, not sure if the murderer will be revealed today.”

Xi Ligui frowned, “You should participate less in such things, or else I’ll write and tell your mom.”

“If I win, I’ll split half with you.”

“Still not okay, I’m a Steward, I shouldn’t encourage such things.”

“Okay, okay, let’s just read the story.”

…

Within Lady Shanaira’s residence.

The workers were packing items, loading them onto the prepared horse carriage at the door.

A new house had been selected early in the day at the city hall.

It was in the residential area outside the Island Lord’s Mansion, separated by a single street.

Even if the Wood Elves tacitly allowed her to be with Wu Heng, they still couldn’t live together.

On the surface, she was still the president of the commercial guild and the nominal wife of the Wood Elf official.

But living closer, it was still possible to visit more often.

It was the same as the two had discussed before.

They became lovers.

Tap, tap, tap~!

Footsteps sounded, and the housekeeper came in with a newspaper.

“Madam, the Island Lord’s Mansion has started selling new newspapers; I bought a copy for you to look at.”

Shanaela took it and glanced at it, “A combat event? I wasn’t aware of this yet!”

“I heard it happened a few days ago. As soon as Lu An arrived on the island, he started proclaiming his challenge to the Island Master, and in the end, he was defeated by Master Wu Heng.”

Shanaela sighed, “He’s grown so quickly.”

The housekeeper agreed, “Madam has good insight indeed.”

Shanaela looked up, smiled and counter-asked, “Are you referring to Wu Heng? It seems so.”

Initially seen as a brother to be cared for, she had unexpectedly nurtured a remarkable individual.

Capable of overseeing Gold and Silver Island and defeating the genius, Lu An.

Quite satisfied with her own choice of people.

Footsteps sounded, and the worker responsible for packing goods came over, bowed, and said, “Lady Shanaela, everything’s ready.”

Shanaela stood up, “Let’s go, move to the new residence.”

…
The Island Lord’s Mansion.

Wu Heng sat in the study, looking at the panel of reputation.

Today, in the fourth issue, the increase in reputation had become even less, just over 500 points.

This increase might not all be attributed to Gold and Silver Island, Zombie World, or other places’ growth, as well.

It seems that development outside is necessary, not just guarding Gold and Silver Island.

He thought to himself.

Two Ghosts, having completed their survey of the market, flew back.

Xiao Xiao excitedly said, “Uncle, they’re all discussing the way you fought, quite supportive of you.”

Glenda also added, “After knowing that the opponent was a Prince, they inexplicably sided with you.”

“After all, I and most people come from similar backgrounds, not like those Princes and Princesses,” Wu Heng thought for a moment.

“Yes, in hero stories, there’s always a common man triumphing over the powerful, and even more so when it’s a prince,” Glenda said.

Wu Heng laughed, “By saying so, am I increasingly resembling a hero in the stories?”

“Isn’t the hero your goal? Getting closer is only natural,” Glenda replied as he floated toward the desk.

“Exactly, if you don’t strive hard now, there will come a day when you suffer,” Xiao Xiao stood with hands on her hips, lecturing.

“I’ve been quite hardworking,” Wu Heng defended.

The two Ghosts flew to the side, each busy with their own tasks.

The door was knocked.

The voice of Mini also came in, “Master, Sister Shanaela is here.”

“I’ll come down now.”

…
Backyard of the house.

Shanaela, in a light blue long dress, sat in the stone pavilion watching butterflies chase each other in the flower bed.

The maids sensibly did not follow.

Wu Heng walked slowly to the stone pavilion, “How is the house?”

“I changed to one closer to you, still setting up the home furnishings. I came over to sit for a while,” Shanaela turned her head, a smile on her face.

“Once it’s set up, I’ll have Skeleton install an air conditioner for you, make living a bit more comfortable.”

“New house still setting up home furnishings. I came over to sit for a while.”

“Sure, my favorite thing over here is this prop,” Shanaela replied with a smile.

Wu Heng walked into the pavilion and sat down beside her.

Taking her hand, he pulled her up.

“What!” Shanaela whispered, then glanced around.

Seeing no one was watching, she followed suit and straddled face to face on the opposite leg.

Wu Heng encircled her waist with his hands, and softly said, “Have you seen the newspaper that was published?”

Shanaela held his face, smiling jokingly, “What, want me to praise you?”

Wu Heng pinched her pertly.

He said, “I’m thinking of publishing this kind of newspaper everywhere, any ideas?”