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"The mine has been almost inspected. Since no one has found anything, let's go back first!

Although the curse is vicious, it is also very restrictive. After so many years, maybe the power of the curse has been exhausted long ago. "

Hudson said calmly.

These were all things he expected. If the problem was discovered so easily, the Viscount Autumn family would not be in this situation.

With the blessing of abundant resources, even the talented person can become a genius. Even with the lifespan limit, Viscount Autumn's family has many experts.

Now I choose to give up and no longer mine magic crystal mines. This is also a last resort after generations of failed efforts.

Whether it has any effect is still unknown. Anyway, Hudson has never heard of anyone in the Viscount Autumn family holding a sixtieth birthday.

"Yes, Lord Earl!"

Viscount Autumn said with a bitter look on his face.

If the source of the curse cannot be found, it will be impossible to remove it. If the current situation continues, even if this crisis is overcome, it will only be a matter of time before the family is finished.

Without any nonsense, Hudson left directly with the team. Although he found nothing, his instinct told him that something was wrong here.

After leaving the mine and taking a breath of fresh air, Hudson asked with mental strength:

"Bear Stearns, Maxim, do you find the problem?"

In terms of understanding of mysterious power, long-lived races are obviously more advantageous.

The Blood Moon Sect more than three hundred years ago is already an ancient history for humans, but it is only a small part of the life of extraordinary creatures.

Neither Bear Stearns nor Maxim were knowledgeable masters, but they finally reached the level of the Holy Realm and stood at the pinnacle of the continent.

Even beings of the same level would find it difficult to hide in front of them.

"There is an evil aura hidden under the mine, which is similar to the horn bottle, as if it comes from the same source.

It's just that someone blessed the seal, locking this evil aura firmly underground.

It's best not to act rashly. If someone big is released, it will not end well. "

Bear Stearns said with a serious face.

But that cute expression ruined the solemn atmosphere.

"You mean this magic crystal mine is not naturally generated, but was created artificially?"

Hudson asked in surprise.

Magic crystal mines can be manufactured artificially. Once this news spreads, the entire world will undergo drastic changes.

Magical technology that was originally unable to be promoted due to the high price of magic crystals will surely become popular across the continent in a short period of time.

Even the war model will have to be rewritten from now on.

"I didn't feel the source of the crystal. There is a high probability that this magic crystal mine was not born naturally. However, it is wrong to say that it is man-made. It should be a coincidence!

I have mentioned in my inherited memory that a magic crystal mine may be formed in the burial ground after the death of the most powerful person.

It's just that certain conditions need to be met, and the probability of birth is not very high. Otherwise, there might be magic crystal mines everywhere on Dragon Island. "

As soon as Bear Stearns finished speaking, Maxim on the side jumped out to complain:

"Big stupid bear, you have some knowledge. But you are wrong about one thing. Our Dragon Island already has the largest number of magic crystal mines in the world.

Hudson, what are you looking at me for?

I warn you, don't make wrong decisions.

Most of the magic crystal mines on Dragon Island are concentrated in the Dragon Tomb. Anyone who dares to come close will be killed without mercy.

Even if our dragon comes close, we will be severely punished. Only those ancient dragons and dragon kings can place their nests there. "

Hudson rolled his eyes angrily. He was not a fool, so how could he pursue the idea of ​​Dragon Island?

Not to mention the magic crystal mines everywhere, even if there were artifacts everywhere, he would not dare to pick them up.

God knows how many old antiques exist in a long-lived race like giant dragons. After these perverts moved to Dragon Island, they were all in one word - invincible.

Even if all the races in the Aslant continent are concentrated, they may not be able to reach people's doorsteps. Organizing an expeditionary force is to deliver snacks to the dragon.

"Maxim, I know that your Dragon Island is rich, but this does not affect the fact that you are a poor dragon.

Now that you have this time to show off your wealth, why not think about it, when can you pay off the debt you owe me?

Just like Bear Stearns, when I was just a child, I already owned hundreds of thousands of acres of land, thousands of cattle and sheep... I had to eat endless amounts of honey and drink endless amounts of animal milk every day.

Look at you again, a dragon that is hundreds of years old and still has accomplished nothing. Even the resources for daily cultivation had to be raised through debt.

If this continues, your dragon life will just find a monster to make do with in the future! No female dragon can like a poor guy like you! "

Hudson retorted unceremoniously.

If you dare to look for excitement in front of him, you will have to bear the corresponding consequences. When it comes to criticizing people, the fledgling Maxim is still too young.

"Hudson, don't go too far. Maxim is still young, only a few hundred years old, and there are still unlimited possibilities in the future.

It would be more appropriate to say these words to him after he is a thousand years old. But based on your human lifespan, there is a high probability that you won’t be able to wait until that time.

But don't worry, Hudson, I have recorded what I just said with a photo stone. I will show it to him when he celebrates his thousandth birthday. "

Perhaps seeing Hudson's face darken, Bear Stearns realized that something was wrong, and hurriedly said, "Hudson, don't misunderstand me. I have no other meaning in saying this. I just want to remind you to work hard." Practice.

In the history of the human race, it is not uncommon for people to live hundreds of years. With your talent, there is still hope if you work hard. "

The naughty kid is a naughty kid, and he offended both of them at the same time as soon as he opened his mouth. Fortunately, Hudson has developed the ability to "keep his face calm even when a mountain collapses in front of his eyes" and can control his emotions.

Maxim on the side couldn't help it. The successive blows made him doubt Long Sheng. If it weren't for the pressure of Hudson, the master, he would definitely risk his life with Bear Stearns.

"Stop talking nonsense. Now that it's sealed, what's going on with the power of the curse?"

Hudson asked concerned.

The "sixty-year-old" longevity curse seems to be just a common thing, but Viscount Autumn's family has not been able to solve it for hundreds of years, so he has no choice but to ignore it.

If there is no way to solve the curse problem, Hudson would rather throw away this magic crystal mine than touch this hot potato.

"Don't worry, Hudson.

The guy below is in a very bad state. He has been consumed by the power of time for countless years. He may die at any time and has no energy left to release the curse.

The so-called curse is nothing more than the evil spirit they exude. Although this energy is very weak, it will still affect longevity over time.

Those idiots built their homes in the mines and were infected by evil spirits every day. They only lost some lifespan and did not degenerate into dark creatures. They were lucky.

If they stay here forever, it is estimated that in a few hundred years, they will all turn into dark creatures.

But this is not absolute. As long as you break through the limits of life and reach the holy realm that you humans call, you will basically not be affected by these evil spirits. "

After hearing Bear Stearns' explanation, Hudson felt relieved. The evil energy infects so slowly, there will definitely be no problem in a short period of time.

Anyway, mining work does not require him to do it himself. Allocating some of the slaves who built the defense line will solve the problem.

Even if there was a curse, it was only the orcs who suffered it. What does it have to do with Mr. Hudson?

The life span limit of sixty years is only for nobles. Ordinary free people and serfs, few of whom could live such a long life, would not feel this kind of trouble at all.

Contaminated bloodline is only a minor problem. As long as you leave here, you can get rid of the influence in a hundred and eighty years.

If they keep researching, these secrets of the Viscount Autumn family will be discovered sooner or later.

It's a pity that the location of the magic crystal mine was exposed. Whether it was nationalized or divided among the nobles of the southeastern provinces, this windfall had nothing to do with them.

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Outside Bloody Moon County, in a luxurious tent, the issue of dividing the spoils was directly brought to the table.

Seeing all parties arguing, Hudson simply closed his eyes to rest. Paying attention to aristocratic etiquette is just because the temptation is not big enough.

The reserves of the magic crystal mine in front of me are not generally rich. If you fully exploit it, you can easily earn millions of gold coins in net profit every year.

No one is willing to give up such a huge fortune. What's more, magic crystal is different from ordinary commodities. It is also an important cultivation resource and strategic resource.

"Okay, everyone. It is difficult to keep the news of the magic crystal mine secret for a long time. Instead of worrying about the distribution of the magic crystal mine, it is better to think about how to deal with the kingdom first.

According to the laws of the kingdom, all magic crystal mines belong to the central government, and we have no right to mine them. "

Governor Pierce said with a gloomy expression.

The benefits are exciting. Even if the curse problem is not solved, it cannot stop everyone's enthusiasm for the magic crystal mine.

The biggest problem facing everyone now is the Kingdom.

The magic crystal mines discovered in the past were not within their own sphere of influence, so everyone naturally supported nationalization.

This time the magic crystal mine has arrived at the doorstep, and since vital interests are involved, no one can be so generous.

"Your Majesty the Governor, you cannot hand over the magic crystal mine!

Our southeastern province has changed from the rear to the front line. If a war breaks out in the future, the demand for magic crystals will definitely be huge.

Relying solely on the Kingdom's deployment may not be able to meet demand. "

An impatient young nobleman spoke first.

No matter how nonsense the reason is, it is better than no reason at all. But these reasons are obviously not sufficient and cannot convince the kingdom at all.

Ordinary small and medium-sized nobles may not feel much if they forcefully compete with the central government, but Governor Pierce will be under great pressure.

"No, the ownership of the magic crystal mine is clearly stipulated in the kingdom's laws. It is legally unjustifiable to forcefully refuse the kingdom's nationalization.

Once things come to a standstill, the Kingdom's standing army marches in directly and forcibly takes over the magic crystal mine. We can't raise an army to rebel! "

Viscount Caillot hurriedly jumped out and objected.

Although the benefits of the magic crystal mine are great, there are too many people participating in dividing the cake, and the number of specific points divided into individual hands is actually limited.

For the Dalton family, having this wealth is great, but not having this wealth will not affect their status.

If it weren't for the fact that as the boss, he had to protect the interests of his younger brothers, Governor Pierce might just let him go.

For no other reason, as long as it can delay the development of the Koslow family, this strategic abandonment is worth it.

"Of course it is not advisable to raise troops to rebel; it is also not advisable to give up the magic crystal mine.

Now the outside world only suspects that there is a magic crystal mine in Blood Moon County, and there is no substantial evidence. There is nothing we can do for the time being.

As long as everyone insists that the magic crystal mine does not exist, it will be difficult for the kingdom to find out anything in a short period of time.

With Blood Moon County as our cover, as long as we act more carefully and don't take away the mined magic crystals, it will be difficult for the kingdom to catch us.

Or simply use the excuse of a plague to seal off the blood moon county for dozens of miles, prohibiting any outsiders from entering or exiting.

If you can mine it for one year, it counts as one year. No matter how long we can hide it, we will still make money. "

Hudson suggested with a smile.

Without mining the magic crystal mine, everyone refused to let go. Once mining yields huge returns, it will be even harder for everyone to let go.

Once the fact of possessing and mining the magic crystal mine is established, the central government will still have to deal with it by the governor when things get complicated in the future.

It can be said that everyone present was a beneficiary of Hudson's proposal, except for the Governor who was a little injured.

"Earl Hudson, the laws of the kingdom are strict. Private mining of magic crystal mines is a serious crime and cannot be fooled by a few words.

The vision spread so widely that once the kingdom made up its mind to pursue it, it would soon be able to target Blood Moon County.

The more we cover up, the more likely we are to attract Kingdom attention. It's just a small fuss. Once large-scale mining is carried out, the matter cannot be hidden at all. "

Governor Pierce said with an embarrassed look.

The authority of the central government of the Alpha Kingdom is still there. Even if the authority of Caesar IV is far less than that of the deceased Caesar III, it is not easy to shake.

In recent years, just suppressing the Koslow family has made the Dalton family physically and mentally exhausted, and they really have no time to confront the royal government.

"As for the issue of secret mining, we have to ask Viscount Autumn. The fact that they have been able to hide it from us for hundreds of years is enough to prove their level of concealment.

If this beast tide hadn't been an accident, I guess it wouldn't have been discovered in a hundred years. "

Hudson said with a half-smile.

This is not because he wants to embarrass Viscount Autumn, but their problems are really too big. Unless the nobles of the whole province are dragged into the water, once the news of the magic crystal mine reaches the royal capital, their whole family will be completely devastated.

"Thank you for the compliment, Lord Earl. We do have some experience in keeping secrets.

As long as we adopt a fully closed management system with no entry and no exit, do not recruit local laborers, and use slaves exclusively for mining, the news will not spread.

As for the problem with the previous vision, the worst thing is to make up an excuse to confuse it. Or throw out a treasure map to draw the outside world's attention to the Blackstone Mountains.

According to the data we have explored, once this magic crystal mine is fully exploited, it can produce 800,000 to 1 million magic crystals every year, of which no less than 100,000 high-grade magic crystals will be produced.

With this wealth, everyone can recover and get out of financial crisis in the shortest possible time.

The future era will be the home ground of the Warcraft Cavalry. Some of the better magic potions on the market can now not be bought with gold coins, but must be settled with magic crystals.

If we don’t reserve some in advance, in case we need it in the future, the small quota provided by the Kingdom of Light will not be enough for everyone..."

Sincere performances are the easiest to move people's hearts. Viscount Autumn's hard deceit soon took effect.

As soon as the theory of the importance of "Magic Crystal" came out, the nobles who were already interested in it strengthened their judgment and became even more unwilling to let go.

Even Governor Pierce was deeply entangled at this moment. The Dalton family also secretly controls several magic crystal mines, but they are all small mines, and their combined production capacity is less than one-tenth of this magic crystal mine.

In normal times, it is more than enough for your own use. But once the era of Warcraft Cavalry entered, the demand for magic crystals skyrocketed, and it would be difficult to meet the demand.

Seeing this scene, Hudson smiled at everyone and said: "The biggest problem has been solved, and everyone must have made a mental decision.

Then let’s talk about their respective mining investments and the distribution of magic crystals. Just relax, it's not that serious.

As long as we are united, even if the message gets out in the future, it can be the work of a cult.

Three hundred years ago, this place was still an important stronghold of the Blood Moon Sect. It is very reasonable that they secretly mined magic crystal mines here. "