The Necromancer is amassing troops like crazy in the apocalypse
Chapter 1373 - 988, New Church Construction

Chapter 1373: Chapter 988, New Church Construction

Gold and Silver Island.

As we stepped off the train, the sea breeze, imbued with a damp salty scent, rushed toward us.

In the distance, waves rolled in, crashing against the rocks with loud splashes.

Four ghosts floated out of their bodies, hovering in mid-air, observing the surroundings.

"Home at last!" Xiao Xiao cheered, spinning lightly in the air.

The other three ghosts also smiled, exuding an air that nowhere is as good as home.

Little Fei flew over, asking, "Uncle! Are you going straight home, or would you like to look around?"

"I’ll look around!" Wu Heng replied.

"Oh! Then you go back yourself; Sister Beini and I will go see the streets," Xiao Xiao immediately said.

"Go on! After you’re done wandering, come back early," Wu Heng nodded in agreement.

Xiao Xiao waved, and she, along with Bella, flew ahead.

Wu Heng also stepped towards the residential area, with the ghosts Glenda and the Lady following on either side.

Entering the port region, Wu Heng paused slightly.

The once bustling Pier One, brimming with masts, now had commercial ships sparsely docked.

Under the shadow of the Holy Court, most chambers of commerce chose to keep a low profile or used some underground channels to procure goods from Gold and Silver Island for resale.

"These chambers have no backbone," the Lady grumbled.

"Merchants won’t offend the Holy Court for business," Glenda whispered, then said to Wu Heng, "Wu Heng! I think shifting the business focus to the Inner City would be more prudent, considering it is still seen as an autonomous region by outsiders."

Wu Heng nodded slightly.

At present, Gold and Silver Island does not lack funds, unlike before when various items were sold to make money.

Moreover, not all chambers refuse to cooperate with Gold and Silver Island. For instance, the Elf Race Chamber and the Wood Elf Chamber still maintain their cooperation.

The stored gold from before is also enough to squander for a long time.

Besides, Lundham City will also provide a substantial amount of tax revenue.

"When I return, I will discuss it with Shanaela since she was in charge of commercial affairs before," Wu Heng said quietly, tilting his head.

"It’s your call," Glenda nodded.

Looking around, he called for a carriage to head to the Island Lord’s Mansion.

The carriage wheels made a ’creak’ sound as they rolled over the cobblestone road.

On both sides of the street, bards passionately recited poetry, and merchants loudly hawked their goods.

Even after experiencing the capital city of the Yeko Kingdom, one cannot feel the atmosphere that Gold and Silver Island possesses.

Passing by the church, the carriage slowed down again.

The church doors were wide open, with residents coming and going, and the number of priests and nuns had visibly increased.

"The church seems to be developing well," Glenda commented, pulling her head back inside.

"Indeed. Once the churches in various places are built, these priests can be sent there," Wu Heng said, withdrawing his gaze.

"You’ll need a big batch of priests by then, so it’s time to start preparing," Glenda suggested.

"Mm!"

The carriage crossed the square and stopped at the fork near the Island Lord’s Mansion. After paying the fare, Wu Heng removed his mask and walked towards the mansion.

...

Entering the Island Lord’s Mansion.

As soon as he stepped into the front courtyard, three figures came running from inside the building.

"Wu Heng~!" The first was Philippa, who leaped from a distance.

She jumped right into his arms, clinging to him like an octopus.

"Master!" Next came Mini and Cat Girl Luo Bei, squeezing in from both sides.

Wu Heng extricated his arm from Philippa’s tight grip and patted Mini and Luo Bei on the head, "Everything alright at home?"

"No problems," Mini said, tilting her head with her bunny ears twitching, "Shiraz the Steward called, I said you were on patrol, and she didn’t call again after that."

The maids at home knew about his relationship with the Elf Sisters, but in order to avoid making Shiraz shy, they pretended not to know.

"Let’s discuss inside," Wu Heng set Philippa down and led them into the living room together.

Sitting on the sofa, Mini brewed tea at the tea table, Luo Bei adjusted the air conditioning temp two degrees lower, and Philippa was behind him massaging his shoulders, albeit with a bit too much strength.

For anyone else, it would probably feel like torture.

As the tea was served, Wu Heng listened to the maids and Philippa reporting the recent events, one after another, indicating that Gold and Silver Island was still operating seamlessly.

As long as the Holy Court doesn’t cause trouble, nothing will happen.

After discussing the affairs of Gold and Silver Island.

Wu Heng activated the Mansion Skill and said, "Viola!"

Mini and the others immediately leaned in, curiously looking at the interior of the Mansion Skill.

A woman wearing a dress embroidered with intricate dark patterns stepped out, her figure tall and skin fair, with almond-shaped eyes slightly upturned, exuding a bit of fierceness.

"Lord!" Viola greeted.

Mini, Luo Bei, and Philippa curiously looked at the woman who emerged.

"Her name is Viola!" Wu Heng introduced, "She’s a new maid. Mini, arrange a room for her, and she’ll stay in the Island Lord’s Mansion."

"Maid" made Viola shivered slightly. She pursed her lips and hesitated, "Lord, wouldn’t it be inappropriate for me to stay in the Island Lord’s Mansion? How about I pay and buy a place outside first...?"

"You’re listed as a fugitive at the headquarters," Wu Heng interrupted her, "Living outside would cause more trouble, so stay at the Island Lord’s Mansion for now. You can move when things are settled."

"Yes!" Viola could only comply.

Mini and the other two exchanged glances, somewhat surprised.

A headquarters fugitive, probably with a high level.

Seeing no further comments, Mini laughed, "Sister Viola, let me take you to pick a room. There are many vacant rooms on the second floor; you can choose one you like."