Chapter 85: The Are Hermetic Society (Part Four)

  Many ems appeared at the au. Although their funs weren't very powerful, their uses were quite bizarre and varied, which broadened Cassius's horizons.

  However, he soon wao earn some extra money himself.

  So, under Cassius's and, the "Iron Golem" took out several scales from a dimensional bag.

  "What are these?"

  "There seems to be residual lightning elements on them, reag intensely."

  "Are these dragon scales?"

  Everyone observed carefully, but no one could dis their in, and Cassius just smiled without speaking.

  "They are scales of a Bluefoon Serpent."

  Lady Starlight stated fidently.

  "Armor made from these scales has the effect of proteg against lightning, and these scales still have residual elements. They must be less than ten years old. In the hands of some masters, they even be made into magical items that release evocation spells like Lightning and Lightning Bolt."

  Cassius then said, "Your extensive knowledge genuinely impresses me."

  Lady Starlight smiled slightly, seeming quite pleased.

  "However... please wait a moment."

  The "Iron Golem" at his side had several dimensional bags tied around its waist. It emptied them one by one, and they were all filled with Bluefoon Serpent scales.

  "So many?"

  "My goodness, how many armors be made from these?"

  "They must have killed a Bluefoon Serpent, or even more than one."

  While everyone was discussing, Cassius announced a number:

  "All of these, for a total of two thousand gold s."

  For a moment, everyone fell silent; no one could produce that much gold at once.

  After a moment's hesitation, Gray Eagle said, "Five hundred gold s; I'll take a quarter of them."

  "Seeker" followed, "I'll do the same."

  Thus, half of Cassius's scales, which had been accumuting dust for years, were sold for a thousand gold s. He had actually pyed a little trick.

  Those scales had been piled up in the for many years; he was very familiar with them and could use the dragon's innate "Object Location" spell-like ability to determiheir position, with a range of several kilometers.

  Just wheered earlier, he noticed that Gray Eagle's robe subtly revealed a badge on his chest—an eagle and a sharp sword.

  "I hope you store them well in your vault."

  "Wheime es—"

  "I'll e to find you."

  Cassius looked at the buyer with a kindly gaze; the other party didn't think much of it, only assuming he leased with the transa.

  The item exge segment quickly ended.

  Besides sharing spell knowledge, exging research results, and auing items, the Are Hermetic Society sometimes took the opportunity to seek help in eradig evil. For example, Gray Eagle was now issuing a call.

  "Ember —you may not have heard of this name, but this evil force has expahroughout the Storm Highnds and even threatens surrounding tries. Ogres, wyverns, chimeras—those evil and terrifying monsters are gathering together."

  "Ember ?"

  "I think I've heard some adventurers nearby mention it."

  "That nd of death?"

  "Their leader seems to be a red dragon."

  Gray Eagle gritted his teeth and said, "Exactly! Their leader is a brutal red dragon—those despicable reptiles."

  "Dragons—these creatures are born with immense power, yet they still attempt to take everything from us."

  "Their greed is endless; they covet more and more, trying to possess all the treasures in the world. People like us who stand for justice should step forward—"

  Hearing this, Olivia frowned slightly but didn't say much.

  It was Cassius who timely interrupted: "Lray Eagle, you're somewhat generalizing. Aren't there benevolent dragons like gold and silver dragons among them?

  "These noble creatures are far more deserving of the word 'justice' than mortals."

  "Indeed."

  Olivia subsciously nodded slightly.

  But she quickly realized her inappropriate words and noticed Cassius's smiling gaze.

  She looked deeply at Cassius and said no more.

  "The goodwill ons..."

  Cassius thought to himself; this is the tradi of these metallic dragons.

  On one hand, they have extremely long lifespans and believe themselves to be far more han other creatures, like most dragons, so they would never view other beings from an equal perspective.

  But at the same time, these metallic dragons are "good," willing to help the weak and promote their own justice, making their aore akin to desding charity to pets.

  Having his speeterrupted, Gray Eagle was somewhat displeased but tinued, "Currently, Dukes Lan, Borsk, and Notte are anizing a coalition army, preparing to join forces to eradicate the evil on this nd and attack the Ember ."

  "However... the coalition still cks some spellcasters. If any of you here are willing to fight for Aa's order and peace, you tact me. My family also offer suffit rewards to those who step forward; at least the price will surely satisfy you."

  "But that so-called Ember hasn't attacked you yet, has it?"

  "So why... are you initiating a war?"

  Olivia asked softly.

  Silver dragons do not like war; they detest injustid cruelty. However, unlike gold dragons who love to be aremies of evil and despicable behavior, silver dragons are more ed with proteg the i and healing their wounds than punishing or eradig wrongdoers.

  Seeing the highest-ranking person speak, Gray Eagle hurriedly said, "Lady Starlight, it's a red dragon; you expect the worst from it."

  "Its cws and fmes make us homeless at any time; it will abduct our wives and daughters, destroy our homes, and the only thing we do... is to strike first."

  "Cp, cp, cp!"

  Appuse echoed in the spacious hall.

  —It was from Cassius.

  "Well said, Lray Eagle. This red dragon ihreatens Aa's pead order. There's a saying in my homend: With great power es great responsibility."

  "As spellcasters favored by the world, we indeed have a responsibility to uphold justid elimihese brutal and evil beings. I believe everyohinks the same."

  "I, and the forces behind me, are willing to tribute to the coalition's crusade."

  Cassius's words were forceful and resonant.

  Seeing the wealthy and mysterious Cassius's strong suppray Eagle was overjoyed, pletely fetting his earlier displeasure. He stepped forward to pliment:

  "Lord Ember, to oppose a dragon for justice—I truly respect you."

  Cassius waved his hand and said, "It's nothing; we are all oh of pursuing justice. This is what we should do."

  "Exactly."

  Appuse came from all around.

  The two shook hands warmly, smiles on their faces, but each harbored ulterior motives, each thinking the other was a fool. Only Cassius had more information at his disposal.

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