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Chapter 814 - 814 64 Dividing the Spoils

814: Chapter 64: Dividing the Spoils 814: Chapter 64: Dividing the Spoils “We’ve almost finished checking the mine; since no one has found anything, let’s head back for now!”

“The curse might be malicious, but it’s greatly limited too.

After so many years, it’s likely that the power of the curse has already been exhausted.”

Hudson said with a calm face.

It was all within his expectations; if the problem were easy to find, Viscount O’Toole’s Family wouldn’t have fallen into their current predicament.

With the bolstering of abundant resources, even someone of average talent could be piled into a genius.

Even with lifespan restrictions, Viscount O’Toole’s Clan still produced many experts.

Their current choice to give up, no longer mining the Magic Crystal Mine, was an act of necessity after generations had strived and failed.

Whether it would be effective or not, was still unknown.

In any case, Hudson hadn’t heard of anyone in Viscount O’Toole’s Family who had celebrated a sixtieth birthday.

“Yes, Count!”

Viscount O’Toole said with a bitter face.

Without being able to find the source of the curse, there was no talk of lifting it.

Continuing as things were, even if they made it through this crisis, the collapse of the clan was just a matter of time.

Without any unnecessary words, Hudson promptly led his team out.

Despite finding nothing, his intuition still told him something was not right here.

After exiting the mine and taking a deep breath of fresh air, Hudson then used his spiritual power to inquire:

“Belsden, Maxim, have you noticed any problems?”

When it came to understanding mysterious forces, longevity races clearly had the advantage.

The Blood Moon Sect of over three hundred years ago was ancient history to humans, but to supernatural beings, it was just a small part of their lives.

Although Belsden and Maxim weren’t particularly learned, they had still reached the Sanctuary Level, standing at the pinnacle of the continent.

It was difficult for others of the same level to hide from them.

“There’s an evil presence hidden beneath the mine, similar to that horn-shaped baby bottle; it seems to originate from the same source.

But someone has enhanced it with a seal, locking this evil presence firmly underground.

It’s best not to act rashly; if we release some big creature, it won’t end well.”

Belsden said with a serious face.

However, his adorable expression undermined the solemn atmosphere.

“Are you suggesting that this Magic Crystal Mine was not naturally formed but artificially created?”

Hudson asked in surprise.

If Magic Crystal Mines could be artificially created, this news would revolutionize the entire world.

With the high cost of Magic Crystals limiting Magic Technology’s spread, it would sweep across the Continent in no time.

Even the model of warfare would be forever changed.

“I haven’t sensed any Crystal Source; it’s highly likely that this Magic Crystal Mine was not created naturally.

But to say it was man-made isn’t quite right either; it must be a coincidence.

In my ancestral memories, it’s mentioned that the burial sites of the strongest beings after their fall could potentially form Magic Crystal Mines.

However, certain conditions need to be met, and the chances of such formation are not very high.

Otherwise, Dragon Island would probably be full of Magic Crystal Mines.”

Just as Belsden finished speaking, Maxim, not wanting to be left out, jumped in to comment:

“Big dumb bear, you have some insight.

But you’re wrong about one thing; Dragon Island already has the world’s most abundant Magic Crystal Mines.

Hudson, why are you looking at me?

I’m warning you, don’t get any clever ideas.

The Magic Crystal Mines on Dragon Island are mostly concentrated in the Dragon Tomb, and anyone who dares approach would be killed without mercy.

Even we dragons face heavy penalties if we get too close.

Only the Ancient Giant Dragons and the Dragon King are allowed to set up their nests there.”

Hudson rolled his eyes unamused; he wasn’t stupid, how could he possibly think to target Dragon Island?

It didn’t matter if there were Magic Crystal Mines everywhere, or even Divine Artifacts littered around—he wouldn’t dare to pick them up.

With the longevity of species like dragons, who knew how many old relics existed.

Once these freaks moved to Dragon Island, there was only one word to describe them—invincible.

Even if all the races of the Continent of Aslante joined forces, they probably wouldn’t even make it to their doorstep.

Sending an Expeditionary Army would be like delivering tidbits to the dragons.

“Maxim, I know your Dragon Island is rich, but that doesn’t change the fact that you’re a penniless dragon.

Instead of boasting about wealth, you might want to think about when you can repay what you owe me.

Learn from Belsden; even as a child, he already owns tens of thousands of acres of land, thousands of livestock…

with endless honey to eat and Beast Milk to drink every day.

Look at you, a dragon of several hundred years with nothing to show for it.

Even the resources for your daily cultivation come from debts.

If this continues, any random Magical Beast will do for your dragon life’s future!

No female dragon would take a second glance at a penniless dragon like you!”

Hudson retorted mercilessly.

If someone dares to provoke him, they must be prepared for the consequences.

When it came to the art of comebacks, Maxim, still wet behind the ears, was simply too green.

“Hudson, don’t go too far.

Maxim is still young, just a few hundred years old; his future is limitless.

When he’s over a thousand years old, it would be more appropriate to say these things to him.

But with humans’ lifespan, you’re unlikely to wait that long.

But don’t worry, Hudson, I’ve recorded what you just said with a Memory Stone.

I’ll show it to him when he celebrates his thousandth birthday.”

Perhaps seeing Hudson’s expression darken, Belsden, who realized things were getting out of hand, hurriedly spoke up to make amends, “Hudson, don’t misunderstand.

I didn’t have any other intentions with my words, just wanted to remind you to work hard on your cultivation.”