thefictionvixens Chapter 31 My name is Kardashian
Chapter 31 My name is Kardashian
"What's going on? Is someone causing trouble again?"
Lin Wei immediately covered his mouth and nose, signaling Celia and the others to quickly find a room to hide in. He himself also lay down to the side, his eyes closed.
Once the castle was completely quiet, the gate was easily pushed open, and the Swan Prince's steward, the Mantis Knight, poked his head out and said with satisfaction, "Mantises love to hunt enemies in their sleep. It's quite something that I'm proud of how much trouble this small earldom has taken for me."
"In just half a day, I can kill everyone in this castle without even blowing them away, and afterwards no one will know that it was done by my Swan Territory."
The Mantis Knight drew a sharp dagger and slit the throats of soldiers passing by, intending to head deeper into the castle.
"Well, so you're from the Swan Territory." Lin Wei, standing at his feet, sneered.
The Mantis Rider was startled, and then his thigh was gripped by a pair of lion claws, and he was lifted up and slammed away.
Lin Wei followed closely behind like a ghost, directly swinging his spiked club at the Mantis Knight's head.
"Who are you?"
The Mantis Knight was stunned. He hadn't expected that his specially made powder would have no effect, and the Lion Knight in front of him seemed to be far stronger than himself.
The Mantis Breathing Technique he practiced was an insect-based breathing technique, not suited for direct melee combat, and he was no match for a freakish knight like Lin Wei who used three breathing techniques.
"The one who will take your life."
Lin Wei was too lazy to waste words with him, and his spiked club rained down on the Mantis Knight's face like a storm.
Before long, the Mantis Knight was beaten to the point of near death, with 70% of his bones smashed by Lin Wei, and he was on the verge of death.
"Why is the Swan Territory trying to harm me? Was it an order from the Swan Prince?"
Lin Wei thought of the Heron Knight who had died a few years ago, and his face darkened. He stomped on the Mantis Knight's chest and pressed harder.
"I... I think I know why the Hyena Knight failed. It turns out that this monster, you, was hidden within the territory of the Azure Lion..."
The Mantis Knight died before he could finish speaking.
He didn't see Lin Wei's face before he died, only knowing that the other party practiced a breathing technique related to lions and looked like a lion-man.
"He died."
Lin Wei discovered that these ordinary standard knights were no match for him at all, but in the end, it was because his sneak attack was successful that the Mantis Knight was hit with a critical strike right from the start.
"It seems that this insect-like breathing technique is more suitable for sneak attacks. If the sneak attack fails, one is at the mercy of others."
"Fortunately, I have the hearing aid provided by the Rubik's Cube that allowed me to detect it in advance, otherwise I might have fallen victim to it too."
As usual, Lin Wei began searching the mantis knight and successfully found the "Mantis Breathing Technique" and a combat technique called "Disguise Technique" on him.
"I've finally acquired another combat skill, and it even grants me the ability to alter my appearance, which suits me perfectly."
Lin Wei carried the corpse of the Mantis Knight to the banks of the Black Stone River.
"Hey, female ghost, I've got a job. Help me extract his bloodline power, and you can have his brain."
The female ghost appeared behind Lin Wei and said speechlessly, "My name is Kardashian."
These greedy humans are getting more and more adept at using themselves.
"No problem, Ms. Kardashian."
"I'll have to move out in a few days. Not only are there zombies in this territory, but it's also been targeted by the Great Knight, which is not good for my development."
Although Lin Wei couldn't understand the Swan Prince's purpose in targeting him, he knew that both the Hyena Knight and the Mantis Knight were sent by him, so he had to be wary.
If an even stronger one comes next time, or if the Swan Prince himself takes action, then we're doomed.
The ghostly Kardashian was silent for a moment before speaking, "Around when are you moving out?"
Once Lin Wei left, she lost her appetite again. At most, she would eat the brains of ordinary people or livestock, but none of them tasted as good as the brains of extraordinary creatures or knights. She was in a dilemma for a while.
"Come see me one last time before you leave."
"No problem. I estimate that the Swan Prince doesn't know that I've already killed the Mantis Knight. It will also take time for him to organize his assets in the territory, probably in about six months."
"OK."
Lin Wei said goodbye to Kardashian and returned to his new basement to continue his cultivation.
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Half a year passed in the blink of an eye, and the Golden Harvest Festival arrived in September.
[Grizzly Armor experience points +3, after being tripled by Deep Blue Face experience points +9]
[Grizzly Armor: Tier 2 → Tier 3 (7/3000)]
"My Grizzly Armor is now at Tier 3, which further enhances my physical defense. However, I don't need to use it most of the time; I prioritize using ranged attacks."
"In addition, the progress of the Rose Breathing Technique is also very smooth. With the help of focus potions, it can be advanced to the fourth level in about a year."
Lin Wei stared at the grizzly bear's carapace covering most of its body and muttered to himself.
"The Earl of Grizzly Bear declared bankruptcy a few days ago and returned his territory to the kingdom. I also had Drake help me find a secluded little castle in Rose City, and it should be almost ready."
"As for the disguise technique I obtained from Count Mantis, I have successfully completed the training and recorded it in Deep Blue Face."
Lin Wei left the basement. In various parts of the Earl's Castle, Celia and others had already packed up important documents and items, including the secret recipe for rum.
"Lord Linwei, the zombies in various parts of the territory are out of control. Some commanders have even been infected and have been killed by Commander Roti with tears in his eyes," Ham reported.
Over the years, the commander had been using the old count's team, and these people were very loyal to him. Hearing this news, Lin Wei felt bad.
Lin Wei remained silent for a moment, then said helplessly, "Sigh, let's give this commander a proper burial."
"The soldiers in the territory have been mostly dismissed, and they have all been given a good sum of money," Commander Roti reported.
"You've worked hard all these years. With our most elite soldiers, we're ready to leave." Lin Wei patted his shoulder. Luo Ti's hair had grown quite a bit gray, making him look much older.
The head steward Celia, Ham, and Roti, along with a small number of soldiers, will all be living in Flower City with Lin Wei, as well as some old blacksmiths. These are all Lin Wei's confidants.
Everyone would live in a small castle and work in industries related to rum.
Celia also specially brought her parents and others from her hometown to go with her; these days, being able to be together as a family is the best ending.
As for his elder brother Victor, he died in the dungeon a few days ago, dying in despair.
The werewolf prophet Black will also accompany them, along with the ten werewolves he controls; these form the defensive force of the small castle.
Not long after, Drake also arrived with his team to escort him. Over the years, he had gained the favor of the Duke of Rose, and his power within the Rose Territory had grown increasingly stronger.
From now on, Drake will be in the open, while Lin Wei will be in the shadows. He only needs to worry about his cultivation.