Trafford's Trading Club

Chapter 1424: Chapter 151: Castle Model

Despite Bylegang’s mention of having seen an undead resembling the Secret Steel Tower Master entering the enormous castle, the Radiant Tower Master did not immediately lead a team there.

First, he captured one of the undead warriors from the arena and began to research on the spot with the Thunder Tower Master and two Deacons from the Secret Art Tower.

Kuluo Luoya naturally lacked expertise in this area and could only stand aside with his eyes wide open—he even pulled Bylegang aside to discuss the overthrow of the Acting Archduke’s territory.

This was the first time Kuluo Luoya saw such an expressive look on Bylegang’s face.

“Are you sure you’re not joking?” Bylegang asked solemnly.

This was also the first time Kuluo Luoya saw Bylegang with such a serious expression… The jest between rivals ended here as Kuluo Luoya nodded and said, “This was personally stated by the Radiant Tower Master. How likely do you think it is for him to be joking? So… are you planning to head back now?”

Bylegang frowned deeply but remained silent… Kuluo Luoya, being the lord of the Werewolf Domain himself, knew that if his territory faced a similar situation, it would certainly explode—this vampire sure can keep his cool.

“We’ll discuss it further once we see the outcome here,” Bylegang finally decided, slowly exhaling, “If the terror from a century ago descends again, none of us will be spared… When facing ‘them,’ all conflicts can be set aside.”

Kuluo Luoya merely shrugged and calmly said, “If it weren’t for knowing you for over two hundred years, I might have believed you.”

Bylegang pretended he didn’t hear, and then casually asked, “Besides the two Tower Masters and the Association’s Deacons… who are those other two? They seem extremely unfamiliar to me.”

“Want to know?” Kuluo Luoya asked with a feigned seriousness.

Bylegang was silent for a moment before finally nodding.

The legendary old hero of the werewolves leaned in with a cautious look, and finally whispered, “Why don’t you ask her yourself?”

“You didn’t die in the great battle here, that’s truly the greatest injustice to those warriors who did,” Bylegang replied expressionlessly.

Then, the old hero of the werewolves laughed heartily.

At this moment, Dazzle and others had already gained some understanding of the undead… He called everyone who was dispersed, and then restrained the captured undead warrior on the ground, preventing it from resisting.

“What’s the outcome?” Kuluo Luoya curiously asked, peering forward.

“Initially determined, these undead are not the original body,” said the Radiant Tower Master seriously. “But they are indeed Heroic Spirits of the warriors who died in battle.”

“Not… but are? What do you mean?” Kuluo Luoya scratched his head immediately.

The Radiant Tower Master said, “Simply put, this undead, and possibly other undead here… are likely created through some means of replication. They exist as replicas.”

“Replication?” Kuluo Luoya immediately frowned, “What means can replicate undead? Radiant Tower Master, you must understand, these creatures are not weak… are you sure there really is a way to replicate them all?”

“The means are unknown, but if given a hundred years focused specifically on this, perhaps someone could achieve it,” Dazzle said seriously. “Moreover, even if we lack such means, it doesn’t mean ‘they’ don’t.”

It seemed that any inconceivable event could simply be explained using ‘them’ as a reason, convincing people—even those present, already among the elite of Non-Humans, themselves a collection of the unbelievable.

“So…” Kuluo Luoya slapped his forehead, “Radiant Tower Master, you mean you also think ‘they’ have indeed returned and are even plotting something… that everything here is just the beginning?”

The Radiant Tower Master shook his head, “It’s still uncertain for now, but… perhaps after exploring the castle, we might find answers.”

His expression became more solemn, “But within the castle, I’m unsure what dangers we might encounter… I can’t guarantee everyone’s safety, so I don’t recommend all members investigate the castle. Thunder, you stay at the entrance to prevent the undead from escaping… Kuluo Luoya and Bylegang, accompany me deep into the castle. You once stormed the castle, and should be more familiar with the layout.”

The two former legendary heroes nodded.

After speaking, the Radiant Tower Master cast a somewhat questioning glance at Long Xiruo… this true dragon was not someone he could decide for, and he could only wait for her own decision.

Without hesitation, Long Xiruo said, “Don’t worry about me; I can take care of myself.”

The Radiant Tower Master nodded, “Alright, without delay, let’s start the journey.”

…

…

In the present world.

The car slowly pulled up in front of the manor on the outskirts—reaching this point marked the end of Jin Zhongyuan’s task as a guide.

One must say that Chen Peter chose a very considerate guide—upon reaching the destination, Jin Zhongyuan showed no intention of lingering, seemingly uninterested in an extra tip from Boss Luo, genuinely leaving a good impression.

“Well then, I’ll take my leave,” Jin Zhongyuan offered his card before getting into the car, politely smiling, “Besides Luhes, I’m quite familiar with this area. If there’s anything needed in the future, you’re welcome to reach out… after all, I’m only an hour away at most.”

“If there’s an opportunity,” Boss Luo nodded.

Jin Zhongyuan didn’t linger any longer and drove away… The manor’s gates slowly opened only after the car had left its premises.

As the gates opened, a figure gradually became real from illusory and stood quietly at the entrance with a gray scarf: Da Zhe.

“Getting used to living here?” Luo Qiu casually greeted.

“Boss, Ms. You Ye,” Da Zhe slightly nodded before picking up the luggage, calmly stating, “The environment here is quite nice, and the residents in the town up front are mostly friendly, living here short-term is fine.”

Da Zhe evidently didn’t plan on staying for a long time—unless instructed otherwise.

“Staying here will be convenient for now,” Luo Qiu casually smiled, “Let’s go inside.”

Da Zhe probably knew what kind of convenience his boss meant… In fact, for his boss, there’s hardly any place where things wouldn’t be convenient.

But some things, inevitably, still matter to people… Da Zhe didn’t say anything, just silently nodded—it was Luo Qiu who granted him new life and also allowed him to make amends for the past, so now his thoughts were quite simple… just follow this fellow.

Behind Luo Qiu.

“By the way… where’s Nero?” The maid smiled slightly and asked, “I haven’t seen her.”

“She went to town to buy some groceries,” Da Zhe casually replied. “Knowing Ms. You Ye would arrive, she found the kitchen supplies somewhat lacking and volunteered to replenish them for you.”

“Oh?” The maid chuckled softly and said, “Is that so…”

“Of course.” Da Zhe nodded, looking ahead without any sign of anomaly on his face.

The maid’s smile deepened, and her gaze shifted as she gently said to her master, “Before you arrived, the master was concerned whether you two would have any issues getting along. Now it seems you get along quite well.”

“We’re all working for the boss, what conflict could there be?” Da Zhe replied calmly, “No need to worry.”

“Da Zhe is indeed very reliable,” the maid smiled slightly, “Anything you’d like for dinner? I’m in a good mood for cooking today.”

“Hmm… Is Stir-fried Emperor acceptable?” Da Zhe wasn’t particular.

“Of course.”

Later… The maid was able to manage the Black soul envoys very well, and Luo Qiu never really worried about matters with the Black soul envoys — not planning to intervene in such internal affairs now either.

When the house’s door opened, Luo Qiu suddenly waved his hand — a spiral of flickering light appeared around him and then converged.

Immediately, Luo Ya, as delicate as a doll, appeared with both hands tightly hugging a living cushion — Luo Ya slowly opened her eyes, surveying the house before naturally reaching out to hold Luo Qiu’s palm.

“You’ve worked hard these past few days.” Luo Qiu knew her waking hours were limited daily, and he squatted down, gently stroking her head, “From now on, you will stay here with me, no need to continue being at the shop, and you’ll be free to move around outside when you awaken. I’ll ask Da Zhe or Nero to take care of you.”

It was what Luo Qiu had thought about before arriving in Britain — initially, leaving Hua Country did not involve aspects of Luo Ya — but now, it could include the presence of Luo Ya.

Only, at this moment, Luo Ya didn’t show much willingness to go out… Instead, her grip on Boss Luo’s palm grew more forceful.

He patted the child’s cheek and then turned to say, “You Ye, help Luo Ya pick a room she likes… mine as well.”

“Were you planning to go out, Boss?” Da Zhe immediately guessed something.

Luo Qiu nodded and said, “I’ll go into town on my own to see where’s suitable to relocate the shop.”

Unlike the previous owner, who always lived in the shop, the current Boss Luo seemed more inclined to manage it as a job — since it’s a job, there would be working hours and off hours.

He would set the working hours for himself, as well as the time to leave every day — like before, he didn’t plan to change it now.

“Then I’ll accompany you.” Da Zhe nodded, volunteering. He knew the maid still had to take care of Luo Ya, naturally unable to free herself temporarily — and next to the boss, of course, it’s best to have someone available to assist.

“No need, I’ll just walk around casually.” Luo Qiu waved his hand, “See if You Ye needs anything, and go help her.”

“Understood.” Da Zhe nodded, not insisting — naturally being far better than certain flattering old Taoist Black soul.

…

Boss Luo was almost impromptu — not long after he set out, the efficient maid soon found a room that Luo Ya liked.

It was a room without a terrace, nor was it spacious — located in the manor’s east loft.

But the ceiling here could open, on a clear night, one could see the Milky Way… Luo Ya had little demand, but the maid proactively added an exquisite dressing table here.

As for sleeping space, the pillow Mianmian, as a Star Creation Creature, could solve it well enough — as long as it enlarged its body, it became a perfect bed surpassing any mattress.

At this moment, the maid was at the dressing table, grooming Luo Ya’s hair — this was considered a form of openness to outsiders from Luo Ya.

From initially only allowing Boss Luo’s touch, now she permitted the maid to do some slightly intimate things — only she still hadn’t said a word to anyone besides Luo Qiu… except to Mianmian.

“Seems like the sleeping time has decreased.” The maid patiently combed Luo Ya’s hair as fine as her own, seeming to enjoy it, her smile growing gentler.

Luo Ya lifted her head to look at You Ye, blinked a couple of times, then nodded lightly… afterward, she stared expressionlessly at her reflection in the mirror.

Suddenly, the maid’s hand paused — this made Luo Ya curious, looking abashedly.

The maid smiled faintly, “Hmm, seems like a mischievous creature has trespassed into something I made before…”

Luo Ya tilted her head; she understood but didn’t grasp it… the maid casually waved her hand at the table beside her, and lines began to appear in a three-dimensional manner, gradually forming into a model of a castle about a meter high.

Dark grey, with visible structures inside — just like transparent building blocks.

Luo Ya seemed quite intrigued and stood up from her stool, walked to the table, blinked, getting closer to the castle model, observing it eagerly, occasionally turning to look at the maid.

“Made before, it’s been placed here for quite a while.” You Ye smiled slightly.

Luo Ya blinked again, suddenly reaching out to the castle… She tentatively pulled out a component in front of the castle’s door — because of mechanics, this part immediately scattered.

Luo Ya appeared momentarily flustered, froze in place.

“It’s okay, just put them back, and it’s fine,” the maid said with a smile, “Even if not put back, they’ll recover over time.”

Luo Ya blinked, seemingly comprehending partly, picked up a fallen component, pondered for a moment and placed it into the collapsed spot… she seemed to have found something interesting, instantly becoming enthusiastic.

The maid did not speak but silently accompanied her, occasionally revealing a charming smile.

…

…

“Is this the castle from the great battle back then?”

Standing in front of the massive castle doors, the true dragon of China raised her head and looked upwards… this place was surprisingly much larger than Xuanyuan Palace.

“Hey, Sister Long, what’s that?” the lady with butterfly wings pointed upwards.

In the sky, a cluster of small black specks descended, faster and faster…

“Damn!! Rocks falling!! Dodge!!”

Rumble rumble rumble—!!