Apocalypse Descent: Farming with My Harem

Chapter 1124: Chapter 397: Arrival at Merlin City, Cao Xing’s Connections

Upon hearing this rule, Cao Xing frowned once more.

The Wild Boar Warrior beside him said, "It’s okay, Lord, we can just stay with Da Bai."

"If you need us, just call, and we’ll be there right away."

However, Cao Xing shook his head.

After all, having these Wild Boar Warriors stay with the mounts was treating them like animals, wasn’t it?

These are his soldiers; how could they be subjected to such treatment?

So, he pressed the Communication Device on his ear and said, "Yaskin, I’ve already arrived near Merlin City."

After speaking, he looked up.

"This seems to be the East Gate."

Upon receiving Cao Xing’s message, a delighted voice came from the other end of the call.

"Lord, how did you come here all of a sudden?"

Cao Xing replied, "I happen to have some time, so I decided to come by and take a look."

"However, we were stopped by a group of soldiers at the gate who wouldn’t let the Wild Boar Warriors in. Do you have any ideas?"

Upon hearing this, Yaskin immediately replied, "Lord, rest assured, I can bring you inside."

"Please wait for me outside, I’ll come out to pick you up now."

"Alright."

Cao Xing ended the communication and waited with his group on the spot.

Yaskin moved quickly, almost at top speed, heading towards the East City Gate.

From afar, a middle-aged man with brisk steps appeared within the city gate.

It was Yaskin.

Upon seeing Cao Xing, he excitedly waved his hand.

However, he didn’t come over immediately but spoke to the soldiers at the gate first.

After listening, the soldiers nodded.

Then, they came to Cao Xing’s side.

"Sir, you may bring your soldiers inside."

"However, your Mammoth must remain outside."

"But you won’t need to pay the storage fee."

Compared to their previous indifference, the soldiers’ attitudes had made a complete turnaround.

Cao Xing nodded and said, "Thank you very much."

After his words, Da Bai followed one of the soldiers into the adjacent Beast Stables.

Meanwhile, Cao Xing and his group headed towards the interior of the city.

For Cao Xing, the situation at the gate was just a minor episode; the soldiers were merely following the rules, so there was no issue.

Yaskin walked beside him, smiling as he said, "Lord, it’s only been a few days, and you seem even stronger."

Cao Xing smiled and nodded, "Yaskin, you’re doing well, even the soldiers give you respect."

Yaskin modestly said, "It’s nothing, just that I happen to have some Relationship with their captain."

Cao Xing nodded slightly, not probing further.

From the last visit to Anno River Village, it was clear that Yaskin was quite adept at handling interpersonal relations.

After all, the world of the Jianghu isn’t just about fighting, but more about human interactions.

Upon passing through the city gate, a System Prompt appeared.

[You have entered a Special Neutral Zone: Merlin City]

[Please note: In this city, the use of force is forbidden, and engaging in combat with others is prohibited. If discovered, you might face expulsion by the City Guard.]

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At this moment, they had truly entered the interior of Merlin City.

Looking around, they saw a spacious street similar to those in Dorun Lake City.

However, compared to Dorun Lake City, the buildings here weren’t neatly arranged.

Various two to three-story houses stood at different heights, giving a somewhat crowded appearance.

Of course, such a city also felt more lively.

Yaskin introduced the city to Cao Xing as they walked.

"Lord, this is Horrek Street, primarily owned by Earl Winston."

"Look at those tall structures interspersed among them; they are Defense Towers."

"Most of them are Advanced Arrow Towers, Watchtowers, etc., with many City Guards stationed there permanently."

"Among them, there are some Expert Level Defense Towers, known as Magic Power Defense Towers, which deal much more Damage than regular Arrow Towers."

"In addition..."

Yaskin continuously explained the city’s Construction, while Cao Xing listened and nodded occasionally.

Passersby hurried by.

Most of them were from the Human Clan, of course.

Cao Xing also noticed that there were many Survivors in Merlin City.

Though after the System update, it was no longer easy to discern other Survivors’ auras.

It is known that each Otherworldly Lord exudes a distinct aura from the world’s Natives.

In the crowd, you can easily spot who the Otherworldly Lords are.

Sure enough, Cao Xing saw a woman in her early twenties continuously asking a merchant if he needed any help.

Another Survivor was squatting in front of a beggar at the roadside, occasionally tossing a Crown into his bowl.

Even among the soldiers, a few Survivors were pestering them, and the soldiers couldn’t chase them away.

Evidently, these people’s goal was to trigger Tasks.

Cao Xing’s mouth twitched...

These silly players never forget to do Tasks wherever they go.

As they walked, they passed through two streets, reaching approximately the central third ring area.

Yaskin said, "Lord, this is the shop I purchased. How do you find it?"

Cao Xing glanced around, noticing that it was located at a strategic corner, visible to all the passersby, making it a prime location.

Except that the Area is a bit small, probably less than thirty square meters, it doesn’t have other shortcomings.