Chapter 575 The All-Purpose
Chapter 575 The All-Purpose
Medicine, medicine is the scarcest resource in Xinlanqiao—and the kind of support you can never have too much of.
Both military and civilian use rely on the support of medicines. Even setting aside external injuries that require anti-inflammatory and hemostatic treatment, can we rely entirely on local witch doctors when we get sick? They have already proven their incompetence in the "fourth disaster" caused by the Aurora Society.
Chloe knew that there were also experts in the herbal medicine shop of the guesthouse, such as the "pharmacist" she had met at the gathering of the old man "Eye of Wisdom".
But that comes from the abilities of extraordinary individuals. Herbal remedies prepared by ordinary pharmacists may be effective, but they cannot cure acute illnesses. They are not high-purity chemical agents synthesized industrially, and they are difficult to deal with epidemics like the "Fourth Calamity".
"Please convey my gratitude to the Queen."
Chloe was genuinely grateful for this.
And naturally, the Hermit then made her request: "It is our duty as collaborators—Miss Power, can you give me that extraordinary characteristic of the Dawn Knight? I also have the idea of training new extraordinary beings."
As she spoke, she turned her gaze to Mr. Fool—meaning that she also wanted to use the relics of the creator of the Silver City to break down the extraordinary characteristics into a whole sequence.
And she already has a Sequence 7 "Weapon Master" on her ship. Hey, if I'd known you all wanted to do this, I would have just asked Mr. "Fool" to dismantle all my extraordinary traits! Sequence 9 sells for 400 pounds, Sequence 8 for 800 pounds, Sequence 7 for 1500 pounds, and Sequence 6 for 4000 pounds.
£5, Sequence 5 sells for £8,000 — the selling price has more than doubled!
There was an extra warship that wasn't equipped.
However, the "Hermit" lady's help couldn't be measured in mere gold pounds either—Chloe readily agreed: "Very well, I will offer sacrifices to Mr. Fool after the gathering."
"The Fool" Klein chuckled easily, "In that case, you won't need to borrow the 'Cross of No Darkness.' You will naturally gain the property of separation when the bestowal ceremony takes place."
"Thank you for your kindness, Mr. Fool."
The Hanged Man and the Hermit bowed simultaneously to the head of the long table.
Upon hearing this, Chloe had a sudden inspiration and said, "Then—Mr. Fool, may I offer you the extraordinary characteristics of the Shepherd and the two extraordinary characteristics of the Hermit, and ask you to help cleanse them of their pollution?"
"I think that the extraordinary qualities of the Aurora Club members will be difficult to realize their full potential if the pollution is not removed."
She immediately forgot that she had just been inwardly criticizing the "Hanged Man" and the "Hermit" for requesting to borrow the "Cross of No Darkness" and the quack doctor's extraordinary abilities.
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In comparison, it is clear that the extraordinary characteristics of the Aurora Society cult members, having been contaminated, are in greater need of purification.
"Can."
The Fool responded with a smile. He even went so far as to ask, "Should we separate them into extraordinary characteristics starting from sequence 9?"
Chloe pondered for a moment, then decisively shook her head: "They're all just used to make magical items. I don't want the world to have any more cults starting with the 'Mystic People'."
Upon hearing Chloe's words, "The Hermit" Cattleya lowered her head again, having just raised it.
She had originally thought that her second mate, Heath Doyle, "Bloodless," had the opportunity to be promoted to "Shepherd," and wanted to acquire the corresponding traits. However, upon hearing Chloe's additional requirement that extraordinary traits from the "Mystic" pathway could only be crafted into magical items, she abandoned the idea.
Apart from "The Hermit" and "The Hanged Man," there are actually no other members in the Tarot Club who are leaders of a force and have the need to cultivate other extraordinary individuals.
So, apart from the "Justice" lady commissioning the "Hermit" lady to make magical items using the "Lucky One's" extraordinary traits, none of the other extraordinary traits actually sold.
It seems that because the promotion ceremony required eliminating the negative effects of magical items, or perhaps because as a versatile "shepherd" she didn't need magical items, Chloe couldn't find any other benefits after "Mr. Z's" death.
But there might be another explanation: Mr. Z originally possessed considerable wealth, but it was taken away beforehand.
During the looting phase, Chloe discovered that all he had left was a fine sheepskin pouch.
Given the previous appearance of a Saint who seemed to be a "gateway" Path Saint, Chloe had reason to suspect that it was a spatial storage bag made by a "mystic".
However, the fact that everything inside had been taken away made Chloe suspect that the creator of the spatial artifacts made through the "Door" method also had the authority to control them and could take back that space, including all the items in it, at any time.
It's always wise to be cautious. Given that Medici and Mr. Fool's cooperation isn't very close, until a solution is found, it's best not to put any particularly important items in your handbag.
After looking around and finding no one interested in the remaining extraordinary traits, Chloe shrugged and said, "If anyone has any further needs, feel free to ask me. Uh, the extraordinary traits that appeared in the trade today may not be available in the future, but I will have more channels in New Lan Bridge. There are also many extraordinary creatures in the primeval jungles of the Southern Continent."
At this point, Chloe's extraordinary trait "auction" came to an end. However, instead of passing the conversation to others, she turned to "The Sun" Derrick and asked a question: "Mr. 'The Sun,' I remember you mentioned before that the chief of Silver City is a powerful demon hunter—I have a question for you: 'What kind of powerful demon hunter do you envision?'"
"Don't feel inferior. As a demon hunter," your greatest advantage lies precisely in your height.
During a break from revising the city-building plan, Wayne Bates put down a thick stack of documents and looked at Chloe with a smile.
"You seem to know that the Warrior path has a characteristic: the taller you are, the more powerful your abilities become—so it seems you're a failed Witcher?"
"To be honest, quite the opposite is true—your advantage lies in the fact that no one will associate your image with the saint of the 'warrior' path."
He looked at Chloe and said in a casual tone, "Now that you possess divinity, you shouldn't focus on the power contained in the potion itself."
"Especially for a demigod who has undergone a transformation, it is even more different."
Have you ever heard of the term "decoupling and integration"?
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"Decoupling and fusion?" Chloe frowned, pondering this unfamiliar term. "I—"
I don't quite understand. Is there any explanation for this?
"Simply put, breaking something down into its constituent parts is called decoupling. Combining multiple already subdivided things is called fusion." Wayne Bates pulled out a piece of brass from somewhere and effortlessly broke off a chunk. "For example, eating and reading are two separate things, but if you break down the steps involved and then combine them, you can eat and read at the same time."
Eating while reading isn't a difficult task—Chloe immediately understood, exclaiming, "You mean, the abilities of the 'Witch' pathway and the 'Warrior' pathway can be fused together—"
"By the way, after becoming a Demon Hunter, the 'Witch of Pain's' Disease Aura and the 'Dawn Knight's' Dawn Domain can be released simultaneously, causing the originally purifying, positive power to mutate in a completely opposite way—perhaps we could call it—decay? Is this a manifestation of 'decoupling and fusion'?"
"As expected, the hybrid promotion path is a level above the normal one; even the authority of 'decline' was obtained ahead of schedule."
Wayne Bates sighed to himself, giving Chloe full affirmation: "Absolutely right, Miss Chloe, but it's not just that—'decoupling and fusion' allows you to do much more."
The brass material softened under Wayne Bates' fingertips, and his spiritual engraving and etching created mysterious patterns, quickly transforming it into a glittering talisman: "Here, this talisman contains the core abilities of the 'Scholar,' mimic any ability you've ever seen—try to activate it, feel it, and understand what true decoupling and integration are."
Chloe took the talisman with some skepticism, infused it with spirituality, and activated it.
As the power of the talisman spread throughout her body, Chloe immediately felt the difference.
She could clearly feel the spiritual energy flowing through every vein and nerve in her body, and she could perceive how the spiritual energy around her was flowing.
She realized that the innate abilities she thought were hidden in potions, such as the fighter's ability to fight the mysterious with bare hands, the witch's unintentional charm, and the guardian's ability to see through illusions, actually all consumed spiritual energy as support.
However, another source of power is constantly producing new spirituality, which not only prioritizes supporting the consumption of innate abilities, but also has a large surplus that can be used to replenish the losses when activating the talisman.
This source of power is the "extraordinary characteristic" that has already been integrated into the body.
The generation and depletion of spirituality, how it is applied, what kind of output it is transformed into, where they are all, and how to make spirituality obey the brain's commands—after using the talisman representing the core ability of the "scholar," Chloe felt that everything was under her control and she knew it like the back of her hand.
"How do you feel?" Wayne Bates asked with a smile.
"It feels like only now, at this moment, that my body truly belongs to me," Chloe remarked.
"This is decoupling"—how you use your spirituality should be up to you. Wayne Bates explained with a smile what happened to Chloe. "Now, try to use your own spirituality to recreate the extraordinary abilities you are most familiar with through other pathways—recall how it should work, and then mobilize your own spirituality to mimic that process."
The most familiar extraordinary ability —
Chloe narrowed her eyes slightly, tentatively drawing upon her body's spirituality.
She opened her palm, and soon, crimson flames lit up, and a fire crow with fluttering wings appeared beside Chloe.
It was a success!
This is the "Fire Manipulation" skill from the "Hunter" path—Chloe used this skill quite a bit during her time working for Medici.
But now, she has revived this ability, even an advanced fire control spell, "Fire Crow Technique"!
As the effects of the "Scholar" spell gradually faded, Chloe felt that her spirituality could no longer be mobilized by her brain, but instead was rigidly integrated with her muscles, merging into her meridians, organs, and bone marrow. She could only mobilize her spirituality according to the formula of the potion and use fixed abilities.
laugh----
Without the support of a "free" spirit, the fire crow weakly flapped its wings and dissipated into the air.
"Decoupling—" Chloe chewed on this unfamiliar term, feeling her mind instantly clear up.
"Yes, that's decoupling." "Wynbetz has already replicated the same spell several times during this period, and you already know about 'fusion,' your Decaying Domain is the result of 'fusion.'"
"Now we need to connect the two processes, decouple them, and then integrate them."
Chloe was still immersed in the wonderful feeling she had just experienced—she suddenly remembered that the "Reader's" Sequence 5 was "Arcane Mentor," and perhaps those self-created arcane arts were powerful skills created by relying on this kind of decoupling and fusion?
"That's right, just like that." Wayne said with satisfaction, pushing the few "Scholar" talismans he had just made in front of Chloe. "Feel it a few more times, study and experience it wholeheartedly, and then you can find a similar feeling without the talismans."
Chloe accepted the talismans with a hint of skepticism: "It can do that?"
"Why not? Your spirituality is your own," Wayne Bates laughed. "The path of other Demon Hunters may not be suitable for you, and what you need most is to rely on decoupling and fusion" to break free from the rigid influence of the "God of War" on the entire path."
Seeing Chloe's thoughtful expression, Wayne Bates picked up the documents again and began revising the unfinished joint government operation plan: "The greatest weapon is the one formed from the condensation of dawn; the taller you are, the more power you can unleash—that's the rule of the 'God of War,' but you have the right to choose not to accept it."
On October 10, an inconspicuous passenger ship docked at the Lanqiao Wharf.
Passengers turned their curious gazes toward the side of the gangway.
A slender and graceful young woman was waiting here.
The young woman had light gold hair and fair skin, but unlike a shy young lady, she didn't hide herself. Instead, she didn't wear a veil or hat, but generously revealed her clean and delicate features. Combined with her smart clothes, she gave off a dignified and elegant feeling.
Which lucky passenger was it that received such a beautiful young woman's thoughtful assistance at the station?
Only after the last passenger reluctantly turned back did a figure appear at the top of the gangway.
Iconsel Bernard adjusted his top hat, but couldn't suppress his stubbornly growing, unruly short hair. Facing the completely unknown city, he resolutely picked up his briefcase and stepped off the gangway.
He looked at Chloe, who had been waiting for a long time, with a hint of hesitation on his face.
But he quickly understood and revealed a gentle smile of reunion: "Long time no see, Chloe—you've grown up."
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"You always manage to surprise people."
Seagulls soared in the slightly salty sea breeze. Chloe followed Deacon Ikonse, watching him gaze at the three ironclad warships in the distance that stood out from the other ships. "I thought that after being suppressed by the Marquis of Locent's family, you would withdraw from the competition for power—but I didn't expect that leaving Backlund might be the most suitable stage for you. With these three ironclad warships, those lords and barons who received donations are really nothing compared to you."
"Three ironclad frigates are nothing. If others have the ability to take back Lanqiao, it wouldn't be difficult for Backlund Arms to build them a few more."
Chloe continued the conversation, suggesting, "Butler Iconsel, how about we go take a look over there?"
"Alright. I was just about to go take a look." Deacon Icons nodded. "Who will be operating these three ironclads, and which Royal Navy fleet have they signed a contract with?"
"No, the military in Rune will not participate in the construction of the new Lan Bridge," Chloe said with a smile.
Upon hearing this, Deacon Ikonser paused for a second. He turned sternly to Chloe and said, "Having a private army in Loen requires strict approval—especially since you're building a fleet."
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After Rune's approval—Chloe scoffed inwardly, pondered for a moment, and decided to tell Deacon Ikonser the truth.
However, before that, she abruptly changed the subject: "Deacon Ikonser, I didn't expect that you would be in charge of inspecting New Orleans."
Deacon Ikonser was somewhat puzzled by Chloe's statement. After a moment of silence, he said, "Because the intelligence department said that the new Lord of Lanqiao is Lord Rune Chloe Fokon—Archbishop Horamik knew that you and I were acquainted, so he sent me here."
"It's a pleasure to see you again, Chloe."
He talks a lot more now than before.
Perhaps this is a change in status. The Steam Church theoretically has no evidence to support her ascension to demigod status, nor is there any reason for such speculation. However, Chloe is now the top leader of this land, and Ikonser Bernard, the deacon of the Mechanical Heart, should still show her some respect.
Chloe chuckled as she recalled her last conversation with Deacon Ikonser before leaving Backlund: "I am still very grateful to you for the very useful help you gave me when I was fleeing Backlund. Your advice saved me from a lot of trouble."
"Butler, do you remember what the first thing you said to me was when you came to the orphanage in the middle of the night?"
Iconsel Bernard sensed a hidden meaning in Chloe's words, so instead of trying to recall them carefully, he picked up the conversation and asked, "What is it?"
"You said back then that everything you said to me afterward would be in your personal capacity." As they approached the three new ironclad warships, Chloe paused, then said in a reminiscent tone, "So, regarding today, I sincerely hope that your assessment, Deacon, is conditional and based on a specific stance."
What stance do you want me to take?
Deacon Ikonser was puzzled, wondering what Chloe wanted to say.
"You must represent the position of the Church of the God of Steam and Machinery, not Rune, not yourself." Chloe looked at him sincerely, "and even further—I expect you to see everything happening on this land with the eyes of New Lan Bridge."
"this----"
Deacon Ikonser frowned, as if wondering about something, but was interrupted by Chloe's introduction.
"Yes, Deacon Ikonser, I am building my own private army."
As the two approached the ironclad warship, they saw the busy workers and sailors.
It was obvious that most of the people learning from the technicians sent by Backlund Arms Company had brown skin.
"My, or rather Lanqiao's, private army mostly worships the sea god," Kavituva, and the commander comes from the ancient Medici family, a family that represents war. Chloe looked at Deacon Ikonser, watching his expression gradually harden. "And the financial support from the clandestine organization 'Element Dawn,' and the Emperor Party of Intis are also our allies."
Where is Rune?
"I am a nobleman appointed by the King of Rune."
"This is blatant treason!"
"No, it's not treason at all. I conquered the land of New Lanqiao, I bought these three ironclad warships with my own money, and even this honorary title of Lord Rune was earned through my own merits. I have absolutely no reason to be grateful to Rune, so it's not treason, is it?"
Silence, a long silence.
Deacon Ikonser unconsciously tightened his grip on his briefcase, but his muscles quickly relaxed again—he realized that Chloe was actually right, but he felt guilty towards Rune for "raising him."
However, the "gratitude for raising" was offset by the actions of the Rosent family. Chloe barely managed to escape Backlund and save her life.
But Ikonser himself grew up in Backlund and has a deep affection for the land of Loen.
This is not something that can be easily accomplished by joining a steam church and becoming a servant of God—this is just normal human nature.
"But those you are cooperating with now are all forces that cannot stand in the sunlight and be accepted by the world." Ikonser pondered for a while before giving his reasons for opposing, "You—you want the Steam Church to cooperate with them? That's a bit too wishful thinking. Even if I don't report to the Holy See with personal feelings, the Apostolic Nuncio will not agree to the Church associating with a bunch of secretive forces."
That's all I need—an emotionless report—and that's enough. Chloe breathed a sigh of relief.
This is precisely the purpose of inviting the Steam Church. As long as the investigators don't get angry and leave, getting the Steam Church involved will be half the battle won.
Moreover, based on their past friendship, it would be sufficient for Deacon Iconse to truthfully report the situation at Lanqiao.
Since they won't turn around and leave, or veto the decision, this can only be considered the beginning of the investigation.
What has been revealed to Deacon Icons so far is what is most unacceptable from the church's perspective. As a result, the situation has changed for the church, and overall, the impression of Lanqiao has gradually improved.
As Roselle the Great said:
Human nature tends to favor compromise and moderation. For example, if someone wants to add a window to a house, everyone will object. But if the suggestion is made to remove the roof, they will compromise and agree to add the window.
That's the point.
As the investigation deepens, Chloe will showcase the vitality of New Lanbridge to the Steam Church and promise the church irresistible benefits.
When the Steam Church learned that the biggest backer of the New Lanqiao Group was a true church, the "Church of the God of Knowledge and Wisdom," it should have weighed the pros and cons.
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"The Church of the Sea God, the Dawn of Elements, and the Medici family will not appear openly as a faith. While the Nash family, the former rulers who have some connection with the Spirit Order, still have influence, in East Bairan, given the actual situation, this is generally acceptable."
Chloe gave Deacon Ikonser a boost of confidence: "Currently, the only official faith in New Orleans is that of the God of Knowledge and Wisdom."
First, it proves that the formation of New Lanqiao was supported by the Zhengshen Church.
Her implication was that if things went well, there might be another official god of steam and machinery in the future.
Upon hearing this, Deacon Ikonser immediately put down his briefcase and took out paper and pen to write it down.
If that's the case, then it's not unacceptable.
Chloe added calmly, "Furthermore, the Church needs to be mentally prepared to realize that the decision it is about to make is not simply supporting a native general of the Southern Continent, but rather representing support for a fully sovereign nation in the Southern Continent."
Deacon Ikonser paused for a moment as he wrote.
In his mind, a nation must have a rich historical heritage—and Lanqiao was just one of the many free city-states on the Southern Continent. It was completely incomprehensible for someone like Chloe to establish a new nation from scratch.
This behavior is even equated with certain extremist groups, such as the "Eastern Bailang Restoration Society".
There are no complete countries in the southern continent at present.
The ancient Byron Empire, the Highlands Kingdom, and the Pas Kingdom were long ago crushed into the dust of history by the chariots of colonial wars.
"Aren't you going to reconsider?"
"No, Deacon Ikonser." Chloe shook her head, glancing meaningfully at the three newly acquired warships. "It is a well-considered matter in the name of the nation."
Why—does it have to be this way?
Iconsel frowned.
In his view, claiming to be a "nation" inevitably leads to the demarcation of one's own territory and inevitably causes friction with surrounding colonies.
As a nation, this also means that New Lanqiao will handle affairs from the countries of the Northern Continent in accordance with the principles of relations between nations.
At the same time, it also means that unless the Northern Continent "condescends" to establish relations with the emerging power of New Lanqiao and negotiates a result, their colonial army will not be able to gain any benefit on Lanqiao's land.
The nations of the Northern Continent will no longer enjoy the treatment and benefits of colonizers in Lanqiao—otherwise, this "nation" will exist in name only, and will be no different in essence from other "independent city-states" and "native generals" who are being exploited by various parties for support and benefits.
If Chloe had really come up with this decision on her own, Iconser would definitely have tried his best to dissuade her.
But the situation is different now. With the addition of the Church of the God of Knowledge and Wisdom, this decision is clearly not something Chloe could make alone.
No one can deny the Church of Knowledge's extensive knowledge and its thoughtful decision-making.
Calling itself a "nation" is not just empty boasting. This "nation" of Xinlanqiao will indeed step onto the world stage as a "nation".
Deacon Ikonser filled a page in his notebook with the word "nation," circling it over and over again.
Seeing his hesitation, Chloe sighed softly: "I haven't officially taken over leadership from the Nash family yet, and these three warships in front of us won't be able to form a combat capability in a short time. They're just three empty ships—in fact, there's nothing to see."
"Let's go—I've arranged a car. Our first stop is to invite you to review our governing policies and, along the way, take a look at this city that's in dire need of rebuilding and see the golden opportunities that lie everywhere."
"A golden opportunity—?"
Iconsor frowned as he looked around at the dirty and chaotic environment, the dilapidated buildings, the outdated transportation facilities, and the backward drainage system. He didn't think the opportunities here were any good.
Chloe knew what he was thinking—Mr. Wayne had also said that material conditions could enhance development, but visible stable policies and a good business environment were the most attractive things for investment.
Chloe led Deacon Iconse toward the city: "If the church is willing to join, as the highest leader of Lanqiao, I can promise to do my utmost to assist the church in acquiring land and establishing factories, and will also reduce taxes and even provide subsidies."
"I have discussed many things with His Excellency Wayne Bates of the Church of Knowledge. Although it has not been announced yet, the establishment of the nation is a done deal."
"We will have vast lands, a powerful army, and a prosperous market—New Lanqiao will become the Backlund of the Southern Continent, blossoming with new vitality and bringing new glory to the Southern Continent."
"Please record everything you see as it is, Deacon Ikonser. The one that really needs to consider this carefully is the Steam Church."
A group of people were swaggering along a road painstakingly carved out of the dense primeval forests that are ubiquitous in the southern continent.
They were all wearing brand-new, olive-green military uniforms—originally the traditional dark red, but the army of Rune had suffered heavy losses in the dense jungle and had recently changed to a style that suited the natural environment.
Two hundred meters ahead of the column were cavalrymen leading the way, followed by horse-drawn carts carrying supplies. The rifle barrels were kept in pristine condition, and there were even tall, burly machine gunners and marksmen carrying steam backpacks.
Clearly, this is an elite force.
In theory, no one in East Bailang would dare to stop such a powerful team; however, this is not the case here.
"Stop the line!"
From a distance, they could see another group of brown-skinned native cavalry blocking the road: "Ahead lies Lanqiao territory! Rune people, halt! Don't give us a false impression!"
Misjudgment?
The commander leading the team understood the message from the people of Lanqiao without needing anyone else to relay it.
He chuckled dismissively, waved to stop the march, and gestured to one of his lieutenants to negotiate with them.
The lieutenant understood immediately, spurring his strong white horse to approach the roadblock: "Your information is outdated, Lanqiao people. Your master Nash has already been defeated—haven't you heard the news yet? Lanqiao is now the territory of our Lady Runcroy."
The brown-skinned officer sneered, "I've never heard of this Lady Chloe you speak of. I'll say it again, step back."
Click click.
What followed was the sound of bullets being chambered, a sound that was equally effective.
The lieutenant wanted to say something more, but his keen observation quickly drew his attention to the equipment of the soldier behind him.
It was a strange-looking gun.
His expertise in intelligence meant he remembered the name of this new type of weapon:
An automatic rifle with an integrated gas-operated design.
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