Chapter 49

but due to the mutual exclusivity of skills,

unless he practices to the Master level, practicing other weapon-related skills now won't add any martial strength value.

The most important thing now is to practice the halberd technique and archery skills he already possesses to the Master level.

Don't be greedy and chew more than you can swallow.

When there is time, it won't be too late to practice other skills.

However, these two rare weapons, even if he can't use them himself, will be excellent for rewarding the NPCs under his command in the future, or selling them in exchange for resources and gold coins.

After the battlefield was completely cleaned up,

they returned to Baiyun Town to rest for the night.

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The next morning,

Su Li got up early.

He began to arrange the work for the day.

Now Baiyun Town had been upgraded to a Level 1 town.

The population had expanded to one thousand, various functional buildings had basically been completed, and the city defense capability had been greatly strengthened.

Even if he left, he didn't have to worry about the safety of the territory.

Therefore,

early in the morning, after getting up,

Su Li summoned Bai Hao and said: "I previously accepted a mission from the Changshan Commandery Administrator to suppress bandits in Zhending County, and I must set off immediately."

"During the days I am away, the safety and construction of Baiyun Town will still have to trouble you."

"By the way, this is a building blueprint I only obtained yesterday; you should find time to build it as well."

Su Li handed the Lord's Platform construction blueprint he obtained yesterday to Bai Hao.

This thing requires building a statue of himself.

He really couldn't bring himself to supervise the construction personally.

It was simply too embarrassing.

"It's no trouble; this is Hao's duty."

Bai Hao took the blueprint and bowed slightly: "My master, you can rest assured and go!"

"Hmm!"

Su Li nodded, and then thought of something, continuing: "I will take two hundred high-tier troops with me."

"If you feel that leaving only one hundred high-tier troops in Baiyun Town is not enough, you can recruit them yourself."

"Hao understands!"

After giving instructions to Bai Hao, Su Li prepared to go to the barracks, take two hundred high-tier troops, and set off for Zhending County.

However, before leaving,

he still had to find Linglong.

After that girl came back, she locked herself in the blacksmith shop, saying she wanted to use the materials bought in Changshan Commandery City to forge rare equipment for him.

It had been a day and a night, and she still hadn't come out.

It was really worrying.

Fortunately,

just as Su Li walked to the blacksmith shop, he heard movement inside.

A voice like a lark came out happily: "Yay! Finally finished forging; I'll give it to brother later, he will definitely be very happy!"

Hearing this, Su Li pushed the door and entered immediately, looking at the delicate and small figure inside, and smiled: "What's finished forging? Let brother take a look?"

"Brother, you're here! I was just about to find you!"

Linglong ran to Su Li's side excitedly, pulled Su Li to the workbench in the blacksmith shop, pointed at the items on it, and said like she was offering a treasure: "Brother, look quickly, this is the equipment Linglong forged for you!"

"Thank you for your hard work."

Su Li didn't check it immediately, but after touching Linglong's little head, he focused his gaze on that piece of equipment.

It was a blade-type weapon emitting a cold light.

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【Host-Iron Saber】

【Quality: Rare (★★)】

【Attributes: Force +5, Damage +30%】

【★★Weapon Trait: Blade-Breaker (Armor Penetration +50%, Saber-type Martial Skill Damage +30%)】

【Description: A poured-steel saber crafted from special materials, approximately 1.5m in total length with a 30cm hilt. The spine is made of soft iron, tempered in the urine of five sacrificial animals. It cuts through iron like mud and possesses astonishing lethality.】

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"Fine weapon!"

With just a single glance, Su Li let out an exclamation of wonder.

This piece of equipment crafted by Linglong was actually a 2-star saber-type weapon.

Host-Iron Saber!

Beyond the ability to increase Force by 5 points and damage by 30%.

It also possessed the 【Blade-Breaker】 trait.

This trait not only added 50% armor penetration but also increased saber-type martial skill damage by 30%.

He had just upgraded his Saber Technique to Master level on the previous step, comprehending the saber-type martial skill—Draw-Saber Slash!

Now, Linglong had crafted a 2-star weapon that increased saber-type martial skill damage.

Someone unaware might think this was tailor-made specifically for him!

Su Li subconsciously picked up the Host-Iron Saber and swung it in a circle through the air.

The sharpness inherent to the weapon alone seemed to slice through space, emitting a hissing sound.

It truly was a fine weapon that cut through iron like mud and possessed astonishing lethality.

Su Li expressed that he liked it very much.

If it weren't for the fact that Linglong was still too young, being a month or two shy of turning fourteen.

He would truly be unable to resist going up to hug her and give her a couple of kisses.

It was simply too fantastic.

"I like this saber very much, thank you, Linglong."

There was a scabbard nearby; as Su Li sheathed the blade, he patted Linglong's little head again and thanked her sincerely.

"As long as Brother likes it!"

Linglong greatly enjoyed Su Li's petting.

But it would be even better if he could kiss, hug, and lift her up.

Su Li smiled and said, "I am going to Zhending County to suppress bandits in a moment; this saber of yours will come in handy."

"Brother, can you take Linglong with you?"

Linglong looked forward to it with bated breath.

"This..."

Su Li pondered for a moment. Originally, he had intended to go alone, as suppressing bandits was accompanied by danger.

If an accident occurred, as a player, he still had three chances to die.

But for a special NPC like Linglong, once she died, it was unknown if she would have a chance to respawn.

However, looking at Linglong's expectant eyes, Su Li found it hard to refuse. Holding the Host-Iron Saber in his hand, he thought for a moment and finally nodded: "Of course, let's go together."

With his current strength, plus the Host-Iron Saber in hand, there should be no problem.

Next.

Su Li took Linglong to the barracks, selected two hundred high-tier troops, and rushed toward Zhending County.

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Two days later. ===== CHAPTER 115 =====