CHAPTER 125: CHAPTER 48: COUNT FRANS’S BOUNTY NOTICE_2

What a pity...

After Lin Rui left, Dongg Qingxue angrily kicked the goblin beside her: "It’s all your fault, holding me so tightly. The boss saw it."

Goblin Flame Thrower: "?"

If it weren’t for his loyalty being absolute, he would certainly argue with her.

Leaving the Burial Ground, Audrey smiled and circled Lin Rui, observing him: "So not all Explorers are as reserved as the Lord."

"Don’t talk nonsense. Quickly send the Skeleton Soldiers out to find that Raider Camp."

"Alright."

Once the direction was set, the location of the Wilderness Raiders was quickly found.

Lin Rui stood on a hillside observing the details of the camp below, surrounded by armored warriors with flags fluttering, forming a mighty phalanx.

This scene was also noticed by the raiders below the hill.

This was a wilderness raiding gang primarily composed of humans, numbering around two hundred. However, their equipment was miscellaneous; some wielded crossbows, others knives and forks, some wore leather armor while holding battle axes.

Notably, among them were a dozen riding warhorses, wielding throwing axes and javelins.

As Wilderness Raiders, they were cruel and bloodthirsty, utterly disregarding life. Before Lin Rui could attempt communication, they rushed out from their tents, howling, initiating an attack on Lin Rui.

A volley of crossbow arrows abruptly interrupted Lin Rui’s attempt to communicate.

As the battle erupted, Lin Rui decisively waved his hand. Behind him, a dense swarm of warriors and undead surged downhill, clashing with the Wilderness Raiders.

The Tier Two Ghouls and Tomb Evil Ghosts demonstrated formidable combat power, effectively showcasing their prowess against this rabble.

Numerous raiders rushing forward were directly pounced on by the undead, then torn to shreds.

Yet, this group was characterized by patchwork chaos; there were rabble easily felled by the undead, alongside seasoned warriors with strong combat expertise.

Especially considering their diverse skills, defenses were ineffective, only brute force could overwhelm them.

The ten ghouls at the forefront were already pierced by six or seven arrows each, black tainted blood flowing on the ground.

Audrey’s spiritual energy was limited, predominantly focused on soul summoning techniques, leaving no room for group healing, relying solely on the ghouls’ passive blood absorption.

Lin Rui decisively commanded, "Silver Moon, go eliminate those twenty crossbowmen. Lundestadte, lead the knights against the raider cavalry; don’t let them trample the undead main phalanx."

Silver Moon’s assault was incredibly fierce, wielding dual long knives with purple light blades, each swipe halting a wilderness raider in their tracks. She charged forward bloodily, sweeping left and right, swiftly dispatching over ten raiders, breaking into the midst of the crossbowmen.

These crossbowmen were mostly Tier One, with only a few being Tier Two. Faced with the godlike Silver Moon descending from the sky, they were entirely powerless. The battlefield instantly erupted into a storm of blood and blade, limbs flying.

Lin Rui was astonished behind her; this woman appeared cool, yet was fiercely violent in battle.

On the other side, Lundestadte’s knights were much simpler. They collided directly with the raider cavalry.

The Plunderer Light Cavalry couldn’t shake the heavily armored knights, equipped with Fine-level gear.

The qualitative disparity was immense; the Sun Flame Knights, their spiritual shields gleaming, completely ignored the light cavalry’s javelins and throwing axes, steadfastly advancing, a sword plunging into a raider, promptly reducing him to debris.

[Ding, due to your fierce assault, the raider morale collapsed. Captives acquired: *36, Taiyar Riding Horse *4, mule and horse *12.]

[Ding, congratulations on the Explorer’s army winning a micro battle. All members gained 100 battlefield experience. Explorer reputation +1, territorial reputation +1. Acquired a resource pack (micro) *1.]

[Ding, battlefield cleanup complete, acquired Realm Coin 7568.]

[Ding, acquired Fine-level Weapon (blue) Tiger Heavy Blade *1]

[Ding, acquired Enhanced-level Weapon (green) Sharp Long Spear *3]

[Ding, acquired Enhanced-level Weapon (green) Mountain Hunting Crossbow *2]

[Ding, acquired Enhanced Armor (green) Tenacious Half-body Armor *8]

[Ding, acquired Enhanced Armor (green) Guard Shoulder Guards *6]

[Ding, acquired Ordinary-level Weapon rusty short knife *26, Ordinary-level Armor half-body leather armor *12, ordinary shield fractured round shield *25]

Captives?

Lin Rui eagerly observed the thirty-six captives brought over by the undead army.

They were primarily humans, with twenty-eight, along with four half-elves, two dwarves, and two jungle goblins.

Just like Woodland Fairies, jungle goblins were wise beings born in the forest.

However, unlike Woodland Fairies who were more peaceful and supportive, jungle goblins leaned toward combat, their speciality being transforming trees into tools, weapons, even armor to protect themselves in battle.

Hence, in the resource-scarce raider camp, they could serve as frontline guards, absorbing enemy arrows or magic.

Those who survived were the elites among the raiders, one Elite-level raider cavalry, ten Excellence-level Wilderness Hunters, with the rest being varied; but none had poor talent. After all, anyone surviving in the wilderness wasn’t foolish; the dull-witted became beast fodder long ago.

These were valuable human resources for the territory, so Lin Rui instructed Terion to lead these captives back, while he stayed behind to clean out the wealth from the raider camp.

Audrey’s newly recruited Little Skeleton Mage tirelessly moved around the battlefield, transforming corpses into skeletons. Luck favored him; among the raised squadron of skeleton soldiers were two Tier One Excellent Undead Warriors.

Beyond that, most ordinary skeleton soldiers were barely at Tier One level, roughly equivalent to human farmers, goblins, and Nobra within the Green-skinned Army. A single green-skinned orc could sweep through them effortlessly.

From Lin Rui’s Explorer perspective, their best role was in haunted mines, undead pits. These tireless and unfatigued skeletons were ideal for mining.

Skeleton soldiers weren’t without wisdom, albeit very low. For instance, they excelled in battlefield cleanup, meticulous and dedicated.

Soon, they transported all the treasures from the raider camp before Lin Rui.

Lin Rui gestured broadly, absorbing everything into the strategic treasure: Subspace Tomb.

[Ding, acquired Realm Coin 25871, food 2512, iron ore 1520, wood 580]

[Ding, acquired precious resources gems *25, crystals *45, vibranium *30]

[Ding, acquired Tier Two Spiritual Gem *3, Tier One Spiritual Gem *15]

[Ding, acquired logistical items: cargo wagons *5, military tents *16]

[Ding, acquired special item [Count Frans’s Bounty] *1]

Hmm?

It seems something strange got mixed in.

Lin Rui took out [Count Frans’s Bounty].

"[Count Frans’s Bounty]: Each raider force is a hidden rat within the Earl’s Domain, plundering the Lord’s wealth, undermining the territory’s prosperity. Presenting the bounty can earn a generous reward from Count Frans."

Finally, connecting with the forces of this world?

Lin Rui was quite eager. But before that, Lin Rui had to send the Lusen Chamber of Commerce Steward back.

First engage with the locals, familiarize with the caravan and understand the situation; then interact with official forces.

After careful planning, Lin Rui gestured, ordering everyone: "Return to the territory, after dinner, escort the Lusen Chamber of Commerce Steward to Blood Maple Forest."

Everyone sheathed their swords joyfully, gathering together, heading back to the territory.

Audrey stood beside Silver Moon, furrowing her brows: "Silver Moon, why are you covered in so much blood? Your black short skirt will turn black-red. The deer leather belt at your waist is losing its original color."

"...Is there a problem?" Silver Moon couldn’t understand.

"The smell is strong."

"Smell?"

"The scent of blood!"

"You’ll get used to it." Silver Moon was calm.

Audrey said frustrated, "The key is we can’t adapt! Girls should be clean, fragrant, and beautiful."

"Then I’ll go wash up."

The muscle bullys’ eyes instantly lit up, all looking over with concern: "We boys should also be clean and fresh. Silver Moon, where are you going to wash? We’ll join!"

"Alright."

"Hmm?" While organizing his backpack, Lin Rui couldn’t help but glance at the unperturbed Silver Moon.

This is quite a character.