Chapter 179: Opportunities for further study
After arriving at Naguli Village, the three of them chose to rest for a day.
There are also some supplies that need to be purchased, such as carrying food and a lot of cold drinks.
Gordon also took the time to go to the water beast girl and the Tulong tribe village chief for a drink. Of course, he didn't dare to drink more. He would go deep into the volcano tomorrow, and a hangover wouldn't do.
The next day, Gordon and his party, fully armed and prepared, boarded a small train transporting ore and left Nagulli Village toward the depths of the volcano.
On the small train, Anxier, who was severely motion-sick, vomited as expected.
Julius was speechless and a little worried.
Although this is just a collection mission, the probability of a real battle is not small. Looking at Ancier's miserable appearance that he is about to vomit bile, it is difficult not to doubt his subsequent state.
“Don’t worry, it’s just that the young master’s intestines and stomach can’t stand the bumps.” Gordon chuckled, “Let him vomit, he will be fine within a few minutes after getting off the car.”
Anhir gave him a trembling middle finger.
A few hours later, the minecart arrived at the camp at the far end of the track.
Gordon, Julius climbed out of the truck bed, and Ancil climbed out.
But as Gordon said, in just a few minutes, Ancil became lively again.
He even had the strength to run to compete with Gordon, but was ruthlessly suppressed by the latter who was much stronger in physical fitness.
"You guys have really changed a lot." Julius was half amused and half emotional looking at Ancil, who was completely different from the cold and proud lone heavy crossbowman in his impression.
Anhil, who struggled to free himself from Gordon's joint fixation, straightened his hair and tightened his face, trying to restore his character.
It’s a pity that it’s too late.
Julius, who withdrew his smile, continued: "The fight ends here. If you go forward, you will enter an area where monsters are infested. Please be careful.
I open the way, Ancier is in the middle to guard, and Gordon's team cuts off the rear. It's no problem. "
“No problem.” Gordon immediately put on a serious expression.
Anhil: “.Okay.”
Hold it to the point of internal injury.
When you really step into the hunting ground.
Anhil immediately returned to the calm, cautious, and unsmiling state that Julius remembered.
The heavy crossbow is slung across the body in the most convenient position for deployment, and can enter the attack posture at any time.
Gordon also became silent, put down his helmet and visor, and silently watched for all movements in the direction behind the team.
The change in attitude between the two satisfied Julius, who served as the temporary captain.
Fortunately, he is not the kind of idiot who still laughs and fights when he walks into the monster's lair. If that were the case, he would rather act alone.
Since the gunpowder rock as the collection target is located relatively deep in the volcano.
After leaving the small mine cart, the three of them walked on foot for nearly a whole day before finally arriving at the camp at the hunting ground where the target was located.
After putting part of the ammunition into the storage box, Anhir checked the supply box again.
The supplies provided by the guild for free are not many, but they are all very useful consumables, such as recovery medicine, food, cold drinks, etc.
The purpose is to prevent some careless hunters from quitting the mission and starting over again just to carry a few pieces of food, even if they forget to bring supplies.
Julius took the "sacred saber" he had carried all day from his back and placed it on the weapons rack in the camp. Then he explained unhurriedly:
“According to the master, gunpowder rock may not be a naturally formed mineral, because the place where gunpowder rock was first discovered was not a mineral vein, but a monster’s lair.”
“So, instead of hammering with a pickaxe, you have to use a hand plane?”
“Well, part of the reason for not using an iron pickaxe is that it is unnecessary, and part of the reason is that the gunpowder rock is extremely unstable and will cause a violent explosion if it receives a certain impact.
This property is similar to that of gunpowder, which is why the name gunpowder rock comes from. "Julius continued to explain.
“Furthermore, the temperature of gunpowder rock is very high, and holding it with bare hands can easily cause low-temperature burns, so.”
Gordon looked helplessly at his fire dragon suit with outstanding fire resistance, "So, I am the one responsible for carrying the gunpowder rocks, right?"
Julius smiled and nodded.
An Xil also gloated: "Looking at your body shape, you will be responsible for the physical work. Just three gunpowder rocks and three trips back and forth. Hey."
Gordon held his chin, "How big is the gunpowder rock and how much does it weigh?"
Julius thought for a while and replied: "An ellipse with a long axis of about thirty centimeters is smaller than a fire dragon egg, and it probably weighs about twenty kilograms."
“Then it shouldn’t be a problem for me to hold two at a time, leaving one for Ancil. This way we can solve the problem in one trip and greatly reduce the risk of encountering monsters.”
Hearing this, Ancier said dissatisfiedly: "Hey, I'm a shooter, physical fitness is not my strong point."
Julius thought carefully for a moment and then said: "If this is the case, I can carry the remaining one, and Anhir can concentrate on guarding it.
However, I still prefer two-person vigilance. The ecological level here is not low. In addition to the blaster dragon, there are also many giant bees and lava beasts. One person will inevitably be negligent. "
Gordon, who said this half-jokingly, nodded after hearing this, "Then I'll be responsible for moving it alone. If I move it twice, that's four pieces. This way, the craftsman can have more time to do research."
A smile appeared in Julius's eyes, "Of course that's the best. The settlement price of the gunpowder rock is 3000z per piece. I think the master will be happy to pay for it."
Gordon waved his hand, "No need. I originally made this trip to repay your master's favor. It's just convenient for me to carry one more."
Julius chuckled lightly, "As Master said, you are a very thoughtful person."
Gordon glanced at him helplessly, "I think it would be better to say 'understand the ways of the world'."
“Don’t worry, Master’s saying that you are ‘thoughtful’ is not a negative comment.” Julius leaned against the tent.
“I originally planned to tell you about this after the mission is over, but now, haha, I want to let you know in advance, so that you can become more motivated.”
Gordon raised his eyebrows and asked, "How do you say that?"
"The day before departure, Master told me, 'It's not worth a favor to say a few soft words to a crying little girl.' Since you are willing to take the initiative to help, he will not be stingy with a little time."
An Xil also came over and said, "Master, what do you mean by this is that you are willing to spend time to teach us?"
"It's to give instructions to Gordon, you are a shooter, a completely different system, what is the master giving you instructions for?" Julius said angrily.
Ancil didn't care either. He and Gordon were regular partners. If Gordon could improve, it would only be good for him.
Hearing what Julius said, Gordon felt a little embarrassed. It was not a common opportunity to get guidance from a famous teacher.
“So it turns out that the master craftsman is also involved in big swords?”
“Masters are all proficient in melee weapons, and new weapons such as shields, axes, and slashing axes are no exception, because he is one of the research and development participants.”
“That” Gordon clasped his hands in anticipation.
"It's just as you thought." Julius smiled brightly, "Master said he would teach you how to store forcefully and truly."
Ps. Just think of it as a master craftsman who also knows how to use a big sword. After all, he is a "master craftsman". The protagonist has been delaying it for so long, so it’s time to learn how to really save it.
(End of this chapter)