The Secret Hidden in the Antiques
Reiter's thoughts were simple.
If the relics of the Ancient Dan Kingdom's nobles were really found in the Small Thorn Forest, there was a high chance that there was more than one. There was a high chance that there were other ancient items.
"Understood, sir." Svieta also bowed.
It occurred to Reiter again that Kurtin had turned in the antiques yesterday evening. Curious, he asked, "Rylei, how did Kurtin dig up the antiques? Shouldn't he be busy building the outer fort these two days?"
"Father is right. Excavating antiques has a lot to do with building the outer castle. In giving his reasons, Kurtin said that he had received a new request yesterday to cut a batch of thorn wood.
"However, because it was rare to cut down such trees in large quantities in the past, and the environment of the Small Thorn Forest was chaotic, he cleaned up the uneven terrain. In the end, he made a discovery." Rylei dug out a mouthful of purple sweet potato paste, sorted out his memories, and explained clearly.
This… was actually related to dealing with the thorn wood
Reiter's expression was calm, but his heart was trembling. It had only been two days, but the trajectory had changed again. If it weren't for the arrival of Kurts and Tardell on the extremely cold night, there wouldn't be any plans to build the outer castle in the near future.
If there was no plan to build an outer castle, they would not ask Kurtin to cut down the thorn wood that was not usually used in large quantities. If he did not clear the thorn wood area, who knew when this antique area would be excavated?
Reiter gathered his thoughts, his heart heavy. He already knew that without his intervention, the only people on this trip were Rylei, Tucker, and Kurts, as well as a few apprentice knights and squires.
It was the lineup of the caravan in the previous simulation. If they were allowed to leave later, another tragedy would be unavoidable.
Reiter glanced at Tucker, who was eating noisily, and stuffed a whole piece of oatmeal bread into his mouth.
Recalling the new antiques from the previous dynasty and the unknown changes that might bring about, he decided to personally lead the team. He wanted to see the outcome of personally leading the team.
He opened the system.
[Do you want to start the Word Simulation? For every year of simulation, 5 Destiny Points will be consumed.]
"Yes, for a year."
[Jinlun Calendar Year 473, 8th of December. During the process of clearing the thorn wood, the leader of the logging camp, Kurtin, unearthed an antique buried underground. You decided to order people to search carefully to see if there were any other antiques buried in the relevant area.]
[On the 9th of December, you decided to personally lead the caravan to protect this transaction. On the way to Dama Town, you encountered a late-stage Class 1 Flame Lion. You killed it effortlessly.]
[On December 11th, when you arrived at Dama Town, Lord Gary welcomed you warmly and gave you a bottle of low-grade combat aura potion—Boiling Potion. In return, you simply gave a portion of the Flame Lion's corpse to the other party. After the transaction ended, Kerina seemed to be interested in Rylei and gave him a gift. Rylei politely invited the other party to come over as a guest when she had the time. The other party agreed and set it for February next year. After that, you prepared to leave. Gary said that he had encountered difficulties. There were two Class 2 magical beasts that had been harassing his territory in recent days, causing a huge loss. He asked for your help, and the other party paid the price of two bottles of Moonlight Potion. You agreed.]
[On 12th December, early in the morning, you followed Gary to a small hill. On a red fire tree, there were two fire-feathered eagles, one male and one female. The fire-feathered eagles realized that the two of you were up to no good and launched an attack on you. After an intense battle, you joined forces with Gary. With the help of Rylei and seven Grade 1 knights, one of the fire-feathered eagles died and the other was injured. The heavily injured fire-feathered eagle fled in a sorry state. On the red fire tree, in the bird nest built by the fire-feathered eagles, you found two bird eggs. When you found that they were the descendants of the fire-feathered eagles, you were extremely surprised. In the end, you and the baron decided to split the bird eggs equally.]
[On December 21st, you arrived at Moonlight City and successfully completed the exchange of water-element magic plant seeds. At the Dowton Auction, you were prepared to auction the antique vase. However, after the appraisal segment ended, the president of the auction came to you and said that he liked collecting. He was willing to buy it for 90 gold coins at a price three times higher than the starting price. After some hesitation, you agreed to the request.]
[On December 22nd, you concealed your aura. Not long after the caravan left the city, they were attacked by a group of bandits. Because of your existence, they were all killed. There was a small gain.]
[December 30th, the caravan returned. You came to the castle. Through Svieta's report, you learned that three antiques had been excavated in the Small Thorn Forest's area. You don't like antique collections, so you plan to use the next caravan trip to sell them all.]
[Jinlun Calendar Year 474, January 3rd, a Class 2 Iron-Horned Sheep and a Class 2 Flame Hound engaged in a fierce battle beside the Sun Lake on the west side of your territory. In the end, both sides suffered heavy losses. You had been lying in ambush nearby for a long time and finally reaped the benefits.]
[On January 8th, a traveling merchant came to your territory. You said a few polite words and sent him away.]
[On January 15th, because the caravan leaked the news of your recovery, Roy of Maple Forest Town came to visit you and gave you a bottle of Red Maple Potion. He even proposed to arrange a marriage for your two families, but you rejected him.]
[On March 15th, the latest caravans returned. Rylei is anxiously reporting to you that the antiques that you sold to the president of the Dowton Auction were actually left behind by an earl from the Ancient Dan Kingdom. Each of them contained a combat technique and a medial-class breathing technique treasure and were sold for more than 1,000 gold coins. You regret it, but it's too late.]
[June 29th, Tucker broke through to late-stage Grade 1 Knight.]
[On July 12th, you were ambushed by an unidentified knight. Both of you suffered an internecine outcome. The other party chose an opportunity to escape.]
[On August 9, a Class 3 Thunder Armor Bear appeared in your territory. Due to advance preparations, you evacuated the territory personnel. In the end, there were no casualties, but your territory suffered a destructive blow.]
[On August 15th, an evil alchemist passed by your territory. He was a Grade 3 mage. Because you brought important members out to hide in advance, you avoided a calamity.]
[On September 1st, you received news that Earl Blaine has issued a wanted order for a Grade 3 mage. In just half a month, the other party brutally killed three barons and a viscount.]
[On October 3rd, Earl Blaine made another announcement. He said that a small beast tide is brewing in the subsidiary branch of the Mountain Range of Magical Beasts—the Dark-Patterned Eagle subsidiary branch. He told you to prepare for battle and resist the imminent beast tide.]
[On October 17th, a Class 2 magical beast led by a Dark Frost Wolf led more than ten Class 1 magical beasts to attack your territory. Due to precautions in advance, you provided timely support and resolved this crisis. Your territory lost eleven civilians.]
[On October 20th, under the command of Earl Blaine, you decided to counterattack. You were sent to the front line of the Dark-Patterned Eagle branch. However, on the way, you encountered the evil alchemist and unfortunately died.]
"Whew." Reiter held his breath as he finished reading it before letting out a long breath.
There was too much information this time. He simulated it until the end of October next year. He was about to simulate the entire year.