Mechanical Alchemist

PS. Calvin, this chapter is a bit watery.

In the central square of the city-state of Moros, he ran into one of the top ten bounty hunters, Vincent F. Van Gogh. Su Lun always felt that the purpose of this guy's visit was a bit intriguing.

There are only two possibilities for meeting the same person twice.

Either it is a coincidence.

Either is not a coincidence.

Su Lun always likes to assume some bad options.

The information about the "Princess Frost Moon" Skadi is top secret, there is no doubt about it. Even the most well-informed intelligence merchants in the Moros city-state know little about it.

But it was such important information, but that guy "give it away" so easily.

One has to doubt his motives.

Thinking about it again, this kind of information is probably only possible to grasp with the intelligence structure of the Luying Military Intelligence Department.

oh no.

Su Lun suddenly thought of someone.

Katyusha.

After seeing the Katyusha family's layout methods in Shanyin country last time, Su Lun also guessed that the little girl who likes to be a poet must have an extraordinary family background.

That kind of top aristocrat, the entire Lu Ying Empire is no more than two hands.

Now that I think about it, probably only those nobles with deep backgrounds can afford to hire masters of the level of "Top Ten Legendary Hunters".

But Katyusha couldn't be contacted, and Su Lun couldn't confirm.

The mysterious guy in front of him would certainly not take the initiative to speak.

But the good news is always kindness.

Su Lun recalled the process of getting acquainted with Katyusha, that is, when he retrieved his two rings in Blizzard City, he had a drink

Then in the holy land of the Dalu people, I had another drink and was bitten.

Looking back now, the emotion is not fake, but that kind of encounter does not seem to be entirely a coincidence.

The first time was the dead man in the valley of the curse, and the second time was Abe Taihe in the hidden mountains.

Right now, this Van Gogh looks a bit like a routine no matter how he feels.

No one will send you information for no reason.

Su Lun felt that he seemed to be a "little rich woman" on the list?

Although he felt that it was a fact that he and that girl were very suitable for each other. But it's not enough for a noble lady who has seen the world to never forget.

It's like a little princess in a noble family who always wants to see the outside world, and then comes out to meet some people and see the life of some low-level people. When she gets tired of playing, she always wants to go back.

Perhaps there are other purposes.

Su Lun always had a premonition that things seemed to be about to be solved until he met Katyusha next time.

Van Gogh stayed in the central square to paint the sunset, and Su Lun didn't chat with this guy much.

He went straight to Walrus Street in the East Side, which is the tavern block in the city.

Roman country's sex industry is already quite developed,

You can enjoy services that you can't enjoy in the Moros city-state Fengyuechang. There are not only professional dancers, but also captured female warriors, who have unusually flexible figures.

This is the favorite place for pirates, adventurers, and speculators to spend.

Su Lun didn't come to visit a brothel.

He walked all the way through the group of Yingying and Yanyan's girls, and stopped in front of a luxurious building with a "Golden Rose" signboard.

This is the biggest brothel in town.

There were many people gathered at the door, including men, women, and children.

"Baron! Baron! Baron!"

"Hero! Hero! Hero!"

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People were cheering the name of "King of Fighters" Baron Opatra, who is Roman's brightest star right now.

After all, there are not many people who can complete the "Hero Trial" and come back alive. This is a hero with a full name.

The last one was several years ago.

Su Lun was wearing a cane disguised as a black umbrella, and he sensed the powerful soul fire in the brothel.

In that guy's room, there are probably more than a dozen groups of soul fires that are not too strong, lingering with each other.

Should be a career girl.

Su Lun felt that in the current situation, he would definitely not be able to meet him.

This kind of "hero" is probably not so good to see Roman's first-class big shot now.

Su Lun remembered the soul flame that looked like a flaming lion, and wanted to leave first.

Perceivably, he found another soul fire in a certain room of the brothel that he had seen before.

Is it the young man who chatted up the puppeteer descendant named Karma in the Baker Street Market?

I was just proposing to another girl there, and now I'm hanging out in a brothel here, okay?

Su Lun shook his head, and didn't bother with such nonsense.

He contacted Chijo and went to the bath for a while.

Roman's large bath is really good, although it is not as delicate and elegant as Shanyin's volcanic hot spring, but it is also unique.

After soaking in the soup, I feel refreshed.

In the evening, they found a hotel to stay.

The next day, Su Lun and the others didn't walk out of the hotel until the afternoon.

Events in the "Central Arena" are held throughout the day, but the really intense high-level professionals usually come after the evening.

Su Lun, Qianjo and Luoluota ate at a restaurant on the street.

Dozens of catties of monster meat, a few pieces of bread the size of a brick, and the spirit "Bokassa wine" made from icefield wheat were roughly placed on the table.

These are Roman's specialties.

While eating, Su Lun said, "There is news from the local snake. Before the gladiatorial match, no one can see the gladiator. But after the match, if Kai is not dead, they can arrange a brief meeting." .I've arranged it."

"Um."

Qianjo nodded expressionlessly, with Su Lun by her side, there was no need for her to worry.

She just responded: "Since Princess Skadi brought Kai here from the Pirate City, she shouldn't let him die so easily. Even in the arena, Kai's second solution [Red Devil] is almost unmatched by anyone at the same level." Enemy, there should be no need to worry about safety for the time being."

Su Lun also thought so, and said: "Well. If it's in the arena, it's really not easy to force the rescue. And I also heard that it seems that the slaves of Mafa wear very special slave collars. I have to go first Let's see what's going on."

Qiantiao: "."

After a while, the three of them ate and drank enough.

They walked down the street without haste.

Gladiatorial fighting was the Romans' favorite sport, and watching duels was their favorite pastime.

When the three of them walked to the arena, there was already a sea of ​​people.

"Hey, have you guys heard that the monster [Hell's Mouth] that was captured earlier will appear on the stage tonight. The "Red Devil" Kai, who was very powerful the day before yesterday, won three deathmatches in a row. "

"I also heard that that guy seems to be a slave gladiator from Mafa, and he is very strong. I heard that many people think that he is the most promising seed player to achieve the 'Yumu Achievement' this year!"

"Yeah, I heard about it too, so I came to see it today. After all, I haven't seen such a strong outsider for a long time."

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People on the road talked about it in full swing.

The major event tonight is Kai's gladiatorial match. It is not common for such high-level professionals to appear on the stage.

Encounter once, like a grand festival, almost everyone in the city will come to join in the fun.

Su Lun walked all the way, listening to the information from passers-by.

Not long after, they came to the front square of the arena.

This is an ancient arena with a history of more than a thousand years. The years have turned the white main building a little yellow, and there are obvious traces of rainwater corrosion. This huge cylindrical building is made up of countless thick and solid stone pillars. The arches, small round windows, carvings, and fruit body sculptures are all exquisite and distinctive.

Before that, Su Lun still didn't understand why the Romans liked gladiator so much. Even the ordinary guards guarding the city gate were elite fighters.

Now looking at the identified arena in front of him, he finally understood.

His pupils dilated, and his eyes took the entire arena into his eyes,

【Moros Central Arena】

Detailed Explanation: This is the arena blessed by God of War Tyr; don't look at the arena with only a thousand years of history, but those stones are the relics of the ancient arena left by the civilization of the ancient God of War countless years ago; the stones are soaked in countless The blood of gladiators, haunted by heroic spirits, has some magical effects; when fighting in the arena, gladiators will be encouraged, and have a chance to get the "Blessing of Heroic Spirits", comprehend the combat skills, skills, and skills left by ancient heroic spirits, and achieve epiphany; The braver the person, the greater the probability of getting a blessing.

Su Lun looked at the layer of blood mist on the arena, and then realized that it turned out to be a coagulated gladiator hero.

There will always be some miraculous things in these countries with gods and beliefs.

"It turns out that participating in gladiatorial fights can also have the effect of comprehending combat skills and breaking through realms."

Su Lun looked at it in amazement.

This arena is a large "place of inheritance".

However, gladiatorial matches are not ordinary sparring, even if it is not a "death fight", the casualty rate is very high.

Gladiators trained in this way are indeed very capable in actual combat.

But for the Romans who are not afraid of death, the arena is indeed the fastest way to improve their strength.

Money can always solve a lot of troubles.

Su Lun found a local snake who bought tickets outside the arena, and bought a few tickets for the stands with seats at a high price.

The three squeezed in with the crowd, and found their place in the crowd.

The three positions have been occupied by a group of muscular men.

Su Lun showed his seat ticket, Qiantiao drew his knife, and they snatched back the seat.

The area of ​​the fighting arena is huge.

Even the central battle area is as big as two or three football fields.

At this moment, the gladiatorial competition is in full swing.

"Keng", "Keng", "Keng". The sound of weapons touching resounded throughout the space.

They used to work for gangsters in Old Lington before, and both Su Lun and Qianjo were used to all kinds of underground black boxing and death wrestling.

The current blood-stained gladiatorial fight did not make them feel much novelty.

However, the gladiators here are too professional in terms of martial arts, weapons, and combat awareness.

Gangsters are gangsters fighting, and this is the stage for professional gladiators to perform.

Spear, Axe, Shield, Mace, Hammer, Knife, Sword

Various weapon routines can be seen.

Even Qiantiao, seeing the proficient fighting skills of those gladiators, was radiant and admired them from time to time.

Roman Kingdom's combat skills, which have been passed down for countless years, are indeed extraordinary.

After all, it's not a performance. The rhythm in the arena is very fast, and sometimes a match may end with a face-to-face meeting.

The three sat for a while, and several games had already ended.

In the arena, there are three types of gladiators, one is Roman's professional gladiators, the other is slave gladiators, and the other is outsiders who are curious about participating.

No, Su Lun watched and saw a crew member of the Dawn Regiment go up to join in the fun!

That is Hunk, the boss of the giant clan.

As soon as this guy came on stage, Su Lun's eyelids twitched.

Chijo and Lolotta were very excited, and helped wave the flag.

However, fortunately, he won.

The strength advantage of the giant race is still very useful in the arena.

After ten rounds of force reduction, Henke dented the opponent's shield with a few swipes of the mace. Then he hit the heavy hammer for the last time, directly embedding the opponent in the wall, ending the battle.

A few more battles followed quickly.

Su Lun also saw the royal knights of the "Holy Tribunal".

Those people had slave collars on their necks, and as soon as the professionals in tattered military uniforms came on stage, the audience instantly became overwhelmed.

Because there are slave gladiator games, almost all "death fights" will be very fierce.

The opponents participating in this kind of battle are usually the most valiant Roman gladiators. They are confident enough to challenge slave gladiators who must fight with their lives on the line.

Battle viewing will be very strong.

If not, the battle was extremely fierce from the very beginning.

In three battles, one royal knight died and one was seriously injured.

Su Lun watched blankly, the solemnity in his eyes never dissipated.

A few people die each time, obviously this is forcing Barrett and the others to show up to rescue them as soon as possible.

Su Lun also couldn't think of any way for Barrett and his party to rescue these people in the city.

This is also the most important reason why Barrett chose to leave with someone before.

This batch of "bait" was deadly, but they had to eat it.

Finally, ushered in the last battle tonight.

Unarmed gladiatorial matches are fine, and the death rate is not too high; once weapons are used, even if they do not die, the probability of being disabled is very high.

But usually, the bloodiest must be the "Beast Fight"!

The last game is Beast Fighting.

That's when they finally saw Kay play.

"Kay!"

"Kay!"

"Kay!"

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Watching tonight's protagonist enter the stage, the audience burst into cheers like a tidal wave.

And his opponent was a monster more than ten meters long. It has a wriggling body like an earthworm, with a bud-shaped head that opens, full of dense fangs that make one's scalp tingle.

This is [Hell's Mouth], a lord-level cave-dwelling monster that can easily hunt and kill fifth-level monsters for rations.

For humans, it is even more deadly.

The monster was released from the iron cage and headed straight for Kay. It looks huge and clumsy, but it is dripping with snot-like mucus all the way, and when it opens its mouth, it is another mouthful of concentrated acid that burns the ground, and its attack range is extremely wide.

This kind of monster, even for Kai, is a fatal threat.

Kai only had simple armor and a helmet on his body. As soon as his second-stage red devil status was released, his body surface turned into a lava-like red lump of skin, and a domineering momentum instantly suppressed the audience.

One man, one beast, fighting fiercely together.

Qianjo was also surprised when he saw it, and whispered: "Kai has also advanced to the fifth level?"

Su Lun frowned, "Yes."

He also figured it out, no wonder the princess wanted to bring Kai here, probably because she wanted to create a top professional in a short time.

This [Moros Central Arena] does have the effect of breaking through bottlenecks and quickly increasing combat power.

Although the death rate is high, it doesn't matter at all to a royal princess of Marfa.

If he died, he would just die a slave, and there would be no loss.

If you can advance to a high level, it will be a real big help.

Kai has great potential, and the sixth step is almost a certainty. Sending it to this arena now, maybe there is a chance to hit the "Hundred Winning Streak", and then accept the "Hero Trial" to advance to the seventh level!

Who doesn't want the seventh step picked up.

The battle was fierce, and the audience cheered wave after wave.

Su Lun looked at Kai who was in danger a few times, with worry on his face.

However, outsiders can't get in on this kind of competition.

Instead, his gaze fell on the collar of flesh embedded in Kai's neck.

After the appraisal, Su Lun's eyes froze, and he said to himself: "This is a bit troublesome."

Qianjo glanced sideways at him and asked, "Is that so?"

Su Lun said: "Kai's soul fluctuations are a bit strange now. I suspect that the troublesome side is using some secret method to distort his will. Moreover, the [Mechanical Slave Collar] on his neck is very high-tech, and a specific method must be found. Only the key can open it. Moreover, the person who holds the key can control his life and death at any time."

It is not surprising that the secret method twists the will. Since "Princess Frost Moon" wants Kai to be her slave, she must be absolutely loyal.

There are many spiritual spells and potions on the market, which can slowly change a person's will and cognition.

Try slowly, and Kai will always be "brainwashed" successfully.

However, Su Lun was not unprepared.

If it can be distorted back with a high-priority spiritual method, it will not be a big problem.

For others, it may be powerless.

But Su Lun still has a "Pandora" in his hand!

After all, she is the "Monthly Reader". The psychological suggestion casted by divine magic is definitely higher than any spiritual means known to Su Lun on the market.

He has already planned to ask Pandora to help, and give Kai a hint in his heart.

As long as you don't resist, you can succeed almost instantly.

At that time, even if Kaizhen is "brainwashed" by the "Princess Frost Moon" and Pandora activates the hint again, he can fully recover his cognition.

But the [Mechanical Slave Collar] is very tricky.

The appraisal shows that if the external force is destroyed, the highly toxic device implanted in the body will be triggered immediately,

Qianjo listened, with a troubled expression on his face, and asked, "That is to say, not only do we need to save people, but we also need to get the key?"

Su Lun looked deeply, nodded and said, "I'm afraid so."