Chapter 150: Subduing

After the discovery of the coal mine, Northguard Keep began to develop it. Over five hundred Kobold miners dug up large amounts of coal every day. The good quality coal was sent to the recently renovated kiln for distillation, while another part was sent to the coal briquette factory.

The production of the coal stove was very simple. It had an iron exterior and firebricks inside. The cost was about two Silver Nael. A stove only needed three pieces of honeycomb coal per day, which was completely affordable and efficient.

Marshall, who discovered the coal mine, became very lively. He now led a team to explore Su Lun’s Territory every day, searching for more mineral resources. Su Lun told him that as long as he found valuable minerals, he would receive a generous reward.

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On the other hand, Aydin returned with a group of Drow Elf warriors. However, Su Lun did not show much enthusiasm for their arrival. This was because these Drow Elves came a bit late.

If these Drow Elves had arrived before he fought the Troll Tribe, Su Lun would not have minded giving them more benefits. But clearly, those Drow Elves had not made up their minds and only came after he achieved victory. The difference in meaning was significant.

Soon, Su Lun met this group of Drow Elves in the Military Camp. Their equipment looked a bit worn, but their presence was very strong. There were twenty-one of them, but they moved in perfect unison. Combined with their cold expressions, they had a powerful intimidation effect.

This was the first time Su Lun had seen a team in this world with such strict military discipline. It even reminded him of the modern armies from his previous life.

It was said that the rule of the Drow Elves was very harsh, and their strength was considerable. These Drow Elves were all second-tier professionals, and their discipline was strict. Such a team could be considered very powerful, but training a qualified Drow Elf warrior took a very long time.

The lifespan of Drow Elves was as long as that of Elves. Although these were half-Drow Elves, their lifespans were still several times that of humans. From birth to adulthood, humans needed eighteen years, but these half-Drow Elves needed at least fifty years or even longer.

Currently, the only ones in Su Lun’s Territory who could overpower these half-Drow Elves were the Barbarian Warriors.

“Sir!” Aydin saluted respectfully.

Su Lun nodded to him and said, “The others can rest first. You come with me.”

After entering the room, Aydin began to report to Su Lun about the situation of the Drow Elf tribe during this period. The Drow Elves had surrendered. They had paid close attention to the battle between Northguard Keep and the Troll Tribe, especially after learning from the escaped captives that Su Lun had slain the Troll Ancestral Spirit, displaying a powerful Legendary Tier strength.

For the Drow Elves, who had declined to their lowest point, this was a power they could not resist. When they were in the Underdark, their entire tribe was very prosperous. It was worth noting that as the family’s Basilisk Knights, each possessed Fourth Tier strength. But now, there were very few Fourth Tier experts left in their entire race.

To survive here, they only had two choices: one was to become vassals of a strong power and rely on them for survival; the other was to become strong themselves. However, having lost divine favor and being pursued by followers of the Spider Queen, it was very difficult for their tribe to produce a Legendary Power.

“So, they agreed to my conditions?” Su Lun listened quietly to Aydin’s report.

“Yes, sir.”

“Hmph, only agreeing now.” Su Lun sneered. The conditions he had offered included granting those Drow Elves a piece of land to live and multiply, but that was naturally no longer available. However, these Drow Elves were still very valuable. They were naturally suited for tasks that required secrecy.

Su Lun currently lacked such a force. Tasks like gathering intelligence, assassinations, sabotage, setting up intelligence networks, training Scouts, etc., all needed to be done by them.

“When will they relocate?”

“It will take about five days,” Aydin said.

“I see. I will arrange for their accommodation as soon as possible,” Su Lun nodded.

After Aydin left, Su Lun began to think about the Drow Elf issue. This Drow Elf tribe was not large, with only one hundred and fifty-three people. Apart from nine children, the rest were adult Drow Elves. The strongest among them was a Fourth Tier Warlock, who was also the current matriarch of this Drow Elf tribe.

There were two Third Tier professionals, and the rest were all first or second-tier professionals. Overall, this tribe was not weak in strength, but they had no Legendary professionals. Moreover, as Elves, their growth period was too long. If they suffered a few casualties, this small tribe would head toward extinction.

A few days later, a group of Drow Elves finally arrived at Northguard Keep. Su Lun met the tribe’s matriarch, a very beautiful Drow Elf.

This Drow Elf matriarch looked very young, but in reality, she was at least one hundred and fifty years old. However, Elves had long lifespans, and time seemed to leave no trace on her. Instead, it added to her charm.

Outwardly, she had a stunning appearance, a curvaceous figure, smooth and elastic skin, and a unique allure. However, her expression was cold.

“Welcome to Northguard Keep,” Su Lun said gracefully, making a welcoming gesture.

“Thank you for your help,” Carina said respectfully. Drow Elves were far more adept at assessing situations than other Elves. After making a decision, they naturally would not cause any trouble, as that would only displease the other party.

“Please come in,” Su Lun said, leading the group of Drow Elves into Northguard Keep. The accommodation prepared for the Drow Elves was to the left of the City Lord’s Manor, next to the Barbarians.

After gathering these Drow Elves, Northguard Keep gained a Drow Elf guard team. The number of people in this team was not large, only twenty. Besides this Drow Elf guard team, there were also some Archers. Archery was the specialty of Elves, and Drow Elves naturally excelled at it. If needed, all Drow Elves could handle a bow.

With the addition of the Drow Elves, Su Lun’s Hero list gained another Hero: Carina.

“Name: Carina; Loyalty: 73

Race: Drow Elf

Class: Warlock

Level: Fourth Tier Transcendent (Grand Mage)

Strength: 15

Agility: 21

Spirit: 16

Constitution: 15

Charm: 31

Command: 73

Traits (Talents): Intermediate Agility, Strong Will, Charm, Bloodline Awakening, Cunning, Darkvision, Cruelty, Perception, Dexterous Hands, Deception, Intimidation, Combat Casting, Material-free Casting, Spell Potency, Instantaneous Casting, Spell Penetration, Spell Enhancement, Spell Range…

Matriarch: She is the matriarch of a Drow family, holding the highest authority in the entire family. (Command +2, Charm +4)

Skills: Shadow Tentacle, Mage Hand, Light Spell, Hypnosis, Charm Person, Grease Spell, Polymorph Spell, Shield Spell, Featherfall Spell, Web Spell, Burning Hands, Acid Arrow, Invisibility, Scorching Ray, Protection from Arrows, Great Strength, Resist Elements, Dragon Wings, Fireball Spell, Chain Lightning, Blink Spell, Hold Person, Rope Art, Binding…

Weapon Proficiency: Riding 85, Dagger 83, Archery 102, Hand Crossbow 105, Whip 126”