One Sneeze Destroys A Magical Civilization

Chapter 43 Dinner Time

With the mage level and spell slots, it is natural to start moving from theory to practice.

Because the magic theories of the two worlds are highly similar, some of the spell models differ by less than 5%, and some even have the same name and effect.

So Zuo Si, who has a solid theoretical foundation, learns quite quickly.

In just a few hours or so, he has mastered the functions of [Increase Resistance], [Detect Poison], [Detect Magic], [Read Magic], [Dizzy], [Flash], and [Light] in the zero-ring trick. , [Frozen Ray], [Lightning Tremor], [Sudden Shock], [Strike Undead], [Mage Hand], [Messaging], [Archery], [Secret Imprint], [Magic Trick], etc. Wait for a series of spells to be mastered.

Although the proficiency is still very low, at least it can be released while maintaining concentration.

And don't look at the fact that these spells consume very little mana, and they have almost no ability to cause serious injury or death, but they are very practical.

The most typical ones are detection spells, as well as [Message], [Repair], and [Scribe], which can provide considerable convenience for daily life.

Especially after learning [Detect Poison], Zuo Si no longer needs to let the summoned soldiers test poison for him.

After releasing a spell, it is clear at a glance whether there is poison in the food and water.

As for [Lightning Tremor], [Flash Art], [Acid Splash], [Sudden Shock], [Freezing Ray], and [Stun Art], although they can't kill people, they can still make them uncomfortable and painful.

Thereby slowing down the speed of the enemy's approach and attack, and buying time for the next action.

[Shooting Arrow Technique] It can launch a crossbow bolt like a light crossbow, hitting a target at a distance of no more than 24 meters.

After learning this magic, you only need to carry a bundle of crossbow bolts, and you can hide in the dark and shoot cold arrows.

If you apply some blood-sealed throat poison, the effect will be better.

"Not bad. It seems that this book "From Apprentice to Mage, Tricks You Should Master" is really worth it. It actually contains so many zero-ring spells."

Zuo Si put down the slightly heavy book in his hand, with a very happy expression on his face.

Although the value of the zero-ring trick itself is not high, and even the lowest-level mage can master a few or even a dozen, it still makes people feel that the money is worth the money.

Just when he was about to set his sights on the more difficult and powerful spells of the first ring, his stomach suddenly let out a rumbling sound.

Looking up from the window, it turned out that the sky had already darkened unknowingly.

Zuo Si, who was obsessed with practicing magic, hadn't eaten anything for almost six or seven hours, and only drank a little mint tea, a local specialty.

"Master, it's time for us to have dinner." The soldier took the opportunity to remind.

"Okay, let's fill our stomachs first."

Zuo Si nodded, and quickly stuffed the books on the table, as well as the notes she had taken, into her satchel.

Due to the boldness and rampantness of the halfling thieves in Calimport, he dared not leave these valuable things in the room.

Otherwise, when I came back, I found that I was patronized by thieves, and I am afraid that there would be no place to cry.

After packing up their things, the two quickly left the room and walked up the creaking wooden stairs to the lobby on the first floor.

I don't know when it has become crowded with people.

A large number of sailors who had just stepped off the ship, as well as workers who had been busy all day, gathered together in groups.

They drank cheap beer and water and ate a simple meal for two copper coins.

This so-called "set meal" is basically a plate of cold cut meat that has been placed for an unknown period of time but has not broken down;

A bowl of chowder made from unshucked shrimp, seaweed and baby clams;

Two of the cheapest and not very fresh herring;

The final staple was a piece of brown bread that was hard enough to be used as a brick.

If you don't eat it in soup, it will definitely damage your teeth.

Watered down cheap beer costs an extra copper.

This is the most authentic portrayal of the bottom-level people in Calimport except for the slums and slaves.

Although life is not good and I can't save much savings, it is still no problem to fill my stomach.

Seeing Zuo Si walking down the stairs, the innkeeper immediately rushed out from the counter, bent down and bowed deeply.

"Good evening, Your Excellency South.

May I ask what you plan to have for dinner tonight?

We just got a fresh batch of oysters here.

It is delicious eaten raw with dipping sauce, or fried and grilled with garlic, minced ginger, and a few other spices.

Also, today's special is Steamed Mackerel and Peppered Lamb Soup.

I guarantee that the mackerel was caught from the sea in the afternoon, and the lamb was freshly slaughtered at noon, absolutely clean and hygienic. "

Obviously, the reason why he is so attentive is entirely because of the order of the leader of the thieves' guild, Epke.

Although the innkeeper didn't know what the relationship between the two was.

But from Epke's attitude when they ate together last time, he knew that no matter what the relationship between the two parties was, he would never be able to offend them.

"Then have more grilled oysters, a big plate of steamed mackerel, a steaming pot of peppered lamb soup, and some soft, fresh white bread.

Remember to put more chopped green onions!

The bread must be soft enough!

Instead of alcohol, have some freshly squeezed coconut water or lemonade with honey.

In addition, prepare a similar dinner for the gentleman in the room next to me, and let the delivery person feed him by the way.

Finally bring enough fresh meat and fresh fish to feed my pets. "

After all, Zuo Si directly took out a gold coin and handed it to the other party, and then went straight to the window seat reserved for herself.

Seeing the golden light emitting from the coin in his hand, and feeling the weight heavier than any metal of the same size, the innkeeper suddenly smiled.

Shout at your employees at the top of your lungs to make them move more quickly.

Especially in the kitchen, even if you put down the work at hand first, you must definitely prepare and serve the food you ordered within fifteen minutes.

As for those poor ghosts who can only afford a cheap set meal for two copper coins and drink a glass of beer with water for one copper coin, let them wait for a while.

After all, the hotel owner knows who should give priority to satisfying the guests who only spend three to five copper coins for a meal, and the guests who can spend one gold coin for a meal.

Soon, under the eyes of others full of surprise, envy and jealousy, several large plates of food exuding tempting aromas were brought up.

The oysters, in particular, are fried and grilled with garlic, ginger and spices, which will make those who have never tasted spices go crazy.

Coupled with the fact that Zuo Si looks like a ten-year-old boy, some people even thought of going all out to grab one.

But it wasn't long before they were forced to regain their sanity.

Because the soldier drew half of the dagger that was glowing from his waist, and at the same time scanned the hall with sharp eyes.

"Damn it! Which nobleman or rich merchant's young master is this? He even brought guards when he went out."

A middle-aged man with a beard and a fleshy face cursed in a low voice.

An ugly-looking man beside him rolled his eyes angrily, and said sarcastically, "You want to vote?

Stop dreaming!

It is said that a few days ago, many people saw the boy walking into this inn with the leader of Epke, and had a meal.

I can guarantee that if you rob him.

Whether it was successful or not, the body was hung on the wall to dry after a few hours. "

"That's right! Be careful, you can make money but not spend it."

Another younger man also nodded approvingly.

It is common sense not to mess with the Thieves Guild when discussing life in Calimport.

Except for Drizzt Do'Urden, a dark elf ranger back then, who successfully defeated a thieves' guild with a few powerful companions, so far no one has been able to be safe after provoking the thieves' guild leave.

A few months ago, a paladin of the God of Justice clashed with a thieves' guild to save a child who was forced into slavery because he couldn't pay his debts.

As a result, just three days later, the body of the paladin was found in the sewer.

It can be seen from this that the Thieves Guild has become so powerful in this city that even the temple can't do anything about them.

(end of this chapter)