Chapter 69

PS: What bad luck, I actually had a fever last night and didn't sleep at all. This morning, I feel dizzy and weak, worse than being drunk. After going to the hospital, the diagnosis was two words: IV drip.

I just got back, and I have no energy at all. This chapter was written yesterday, and I'm posting it now.

I remember that when I was a child, a fever could be cured with just one injection. Now, the whole process cost me 500 yuan.

Sigh~

Also: I've been quite busy these days, and I happen to have a fever. I'll take a few days off. Please continue to support me.

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"Good! Very good! Excellent!" Liu Siyi said three times, his tone full of admiration. This was because he saw Old Bauer's hesitant expression, clearly still thinking about whether to take out the resources from the storage space.

Liu Siyi did not press him aggressively but instead flattered him, standing up and speaking loudly: "I must admit a mistake I made. At first, seeing your goblin's small stature, I thought, what can goblins do? A minotaur can sweep a large area with one axe, and on the battlefield, you would just be cannon fodder. I once thought you were useless. But now, I have changed my mind. Every race has its strengths. Although goblins are not good at fighting, they have unique advantages in finance and construction, which can be seen from the fact that Old Bauer has raised three heroes: Robert, Nani, and Wolf. Moreover, your belief in defending your home is no less than that of other races, and even stronger. Here, I want to say to Old Bauer: 'Thank you!'"

As a well-educated young man who has been through modern education for over a decade and has been influenced by various theories online, Liu Siyi knows how to handle many things, which most people can do, but the question is whether they are willing to do it.

However, knowing how to do it is one thing, and being able to do it well is another.

Liu Siyi is just a recent college graduate, inexperienced in the world, and not mature in his actions or dealings with people, let alone being smooth. The words he said to flatter Old Bauer were not well delivered and sounded very awkward.

But the good thing is that this is a different world. If it were in the original world, his words would have been met with a smile and a polite response, but the other party would not have taken it seriously.

However, this world is different. There are no such traditions of flattery here, and even non-military creatures have a worldview similar to that of the Western world. Old Bauer, despite his high position, has never experienced such praise, making his awkward flattery seem sincere, earnest, and inspiring. Even he did not expect such an unexpected result.

Old Bauer listened to these words and truly felt the same way. Although he is a hero, goblins are still goblins, and even goblin heroes do not receive much respect in this world, often being seen as just lucky.

Of course, after being the city lord for so many years, Old Bauer no longer has such feelings, but the entire goblin race is not the same.

Now, he did not expect that this human who had just occupied the orc castle would not only not look down on goblins but could also say words that resonated with all goblins, deeply moved. Especially when Liu Siyi actually bowed slightly to him, he almost wanted to offer his heart to the great city lord.

Yes, in Old Bauer's mind, Liu Siyi had already been upgraded to "great," although still far from the great orc god, but great nonetheless.

Old Bauer, feeling both honored and terrified, immediately bowed and said, "My lord, you don't need to worry too much. The orc mountains stretch east to west for over 5,000 kilometers. Even if they come in a straight line, it will take several days."

What do you mean? If you don't want to give out the resources, just say it. Liu Siyi secretly sighed that the old man was hard to deal with, but since he had already said the nice words, would it be too low to turn around now?

"Several days, we can build all the remaining military buildings. This way, we can recruit the most powerful behemoths. Even if the enemy really comes, we will have the strength to fight them." Liu Siyi was unsure if the old goblin was really old and needed to rest after each sentence or was just building suspense. He really couldn't figure out his intention.

"My lord, you know the orc castle very well. If it's about gold, we really don't lack it. As long as it can be used, I will certainly offer it all to my lord. However, the rare resources needed to build military buildings are what we lack the most. I wonder if my lord has any solutions?" After a long time, the old goblin finally finished speaking. He did not really want to get the law artifact but was eyeing the elemental reactor, which the city lord should be able to obtain with his current strength. This way, not only the military buildings but also some other buildings that have not been upgraded to advanced levels would have sufficient resources to build.

Ha, it seems the previous words were not in vain. Hearing Old Bauer's words, Liu Siyi was pleased and immediately pretended to be troubled, saying, "I have some rare resources now, but definitely not enough to build each military building to the top level. However, it should be enough to build all the military buildings."

"Ha ha, that's good. My lord, you provide the resources, and I will provide the gold. Let's work together to make the orc castle the strongest force in this region." Old Bauer laughed heartily.

Looking at Old Bauer's increasingly fanatic eyes, Liu Siyi really doubted if he was a goblin. Do goblins have such a strong desire for power? Or is the old goblin experiencing a second spring? Or is it the prospect of recruiting behemoths that suddenly made him burst with energy?

"Good! I represent the entire orc race in thanking the goblins for your contributions!" Having achieved his goal, Liu Siyi quickly stepped forward, holding Old Bauer's hands with both hands, and said sincerely.

Since he had already said the nice words, he might as well finish them.

In fact, this is the truth. Liu Siyi occupied this city, so the construction of the city is his responsibility. Other heroes have responsibilities and obligations, but they are not the main ones. Liu Siyi can certainly collect gold and resources from his heroes, but these are the heroes' private property, not Liu Siyi's, nor the entire race's. If the heroes hand these over, it is a sign of high awareness, not an obligation. Even the spoils of each battle, or every month or week, need to be shared with the heroes and elites. Without benefits, who would follow you? If the pressure is too much, it could even lead to the heroes' rebellion.

This is the best situation now, where the subordinates voluntarily hand over the resources. This way, there is no pressure, and there is no decrease in loyalty. However, this cannot continue indefinitely. Facing a possible strong enemy, the current strength is not enough, so under external pressure, the heroes voluntarily contribute. But when the strength and the faction's power are strong enough, this cannot continue, and even compensation should be given for the current contributions.

"Everyone, rest assured. I will remember your contributions. When we become strong in the future, I will not let you down." Liu Siyi painted a picture, and no matter what, making a promise is always good.

"Master, everything we have now is thanks to your cultivation. For your great cause and the development of the orc race, we are willing to give everything, without hesitation." The goblin Ball was the first to stand up and speak loudly.

Good! Smart! I didn't misjudge you. Liu Siyi looked at Ball with satisfaction.

"Master, we are also willing..."

"I am willing too!"

After Ball, everyone expressed their willingness, with high enthusiasm.

Under pressure, either they unite or fall apart. Through his half-baked methods, Liu Siyi not only resolved potential internal issues but also achieved unexpected results.

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