Chapter 426 Become a Storm!
Stock adjusted his black cloak and smoothed his hair back with his fingers. His red eyes stared at the huge crystal mirror in front of him. The person in the mirror had pale skin and an evil smile on his lips.
Image is very important.
A successful vampire must have an image that is deeply rooted in people's hearts.
Most people cannot get in touch with Stock, and can only form a vague concept through word of mouth.
Cold, cruel, as sharp as the eyes and beak of a hawk, and as vicious as a snake in the dark, but he is happy to give alms in the second hall and lead the monks to practice... The moody black-hearted earl is what people think of Stock.
These are all the results of Stock's deliberate guidance.
The prince once said to him.
"Stock, you have to understand that the power that the vampires are proud of comes from our unique bloodline and fear."
"Remember, no matter what kind of person you are, it is essential to create fear. This is the most universal and closest to safety. If you don't want to be destroyed by the storm, then become the storm."
Stock listened.
The vampires are displaced in any world, because the birth of this race is inherently sinful.
The source of the race, the ancestor of the vampires, is a blasphemer. Many people think he is a traitor, which is not wrong. It's just that he betrayed the group of gods - the ancestor himself was once a powerful main god.
However, he gave up and stripped off his divinity and divine power, walked in the world as a monster, and was considered a complete lunatic and maniac.
The vampires born from the ancestor wander in many worlds. The places where vampires exist, in a sense, represent the footprints of the ancestor.
But no one is sure whether the ancestor came to the abyss.
The prince didn't know either.
According to the rules of the vampire clan, the prince will lead the vampires of a place to maintain the safety and order of the local clan.
When he falls into weakness, the prince will give way to the next prince, or the clan will jointly elect a prince from the duke. In short, the title of prince represents the leader of the vampire clan in a certain world.
On the fifth layer of the abyss, the prince led the vampire clan through the most difficult period. He repelled the attacks of the demigods and seized the wonder of the second hall of Galan. But before he settled down, he died at the hands of three vampire dukes.
The cause of death was usurpation of the throne.
Once the prince recovered from his cultivation, the three dukes would have no chance.
Stocker sighed in his heart.
The prince repeatedly emphasized the importance of fear, but he also fell into this.
It is not easy to maintain fear for a long time.
So after Stocker killed other competitors, he changed his mind.
One of the sources of fear is the unknown. As long as it is unpredictable, it can also bring a deterrent effect.
Stocker created a series of widely circulated scenes.
He killed the enemy and pierced it with a spear, fixed it on the border, to show his force.
He would retaliate against all forces that attacked his territory, sneak attack, poison, set fire, and destroy the enemy's young generation and reserve forces, leaving a hideous smile drawn with blood.
Cruelty and revenge have become one of the dark images of Stocker, which makes many forces highly vigilant against him and unwilling to provoke him.
But on the surface, Stocker is happy to trade with various forces, exchanging food and various resources for the omnipotent stone. Especially Noland and Hu Yizi who hold wonders, they have a lot of food.
The second hall of the temple is always open to hungry people. The thick soup in the cafeteria has never been delicious, but it can always fill your stomach.
However, if anyone wants to make trouble, the guardian of the temple will revive from his practice and defeat the invading enemy with thunderous wrath.
…
The visitor to the castle today is a distinguished guest.
It has a face that is almost like a bear and a cat, thinner than a bear, but much larger than a cat. The distinguished guest is wearing a simple robe and carrying a backpack, and his small eyes seem to be thinking about something all the time.
“Welcome, welcome.”
Stock waved his hand and said, “Mr. Xiaozhi, it has been more than a hundred years since we last met. You haven’t changed at all, and you look in good spirits.”
The wise insect also responded politely, “Mr. Duke is still as elegant as ever.”
The two sides exchanged a few polite words and then got straight to the point.
"This time, I came as a special envoy of the Sifang Kingdom, and I want to discuss cooperation with Mr. Duke."
Stoke knew it well: "Second Hall Galan has always wanted to trade with the Sifang Kingdom. You know, the food in the cafeteria is always scarce. The farmland and pastures of the Sifang Kingdom are really enviable."
"It's just that Hu Yizi's cavalry always harasses and plunders around, and the trade route may have to be detoured to avoid being looted."
"Don't worry about this, there is no problem now."
Zhi Chong said.
Stoke was a little surprised: "Have the Sifang Kingdom and the Human Stables reached an agreement?"
Zhi Chong scratched his face with his claws: "The Human Stable has been taken over by the Sifang Kingdom."
"Took over..."
Stoke looked puzzled: "You mean, the Sifang Kingdom has already captured the Human Stable? But yesterday, my vampire team fought with their cavalry. It's not that I don't believe it, but how can we capture the entire Human Stable in just one day?"
"Hu Yizi has more than 6,000 main men, horses and cavalry, and about 10,000 reserve soldiers. Not to mention these, there are more than 300,000 people in his territory. Even if it is 300,000 pigs... it will be difficult to kill them all in one day. "
"You're right."
The wise insect nodded in response to his doubts: "But our method is rather special."
It whistled.
A tall figure wrapped in a cloak stepped over the threshold and walked in slowly.
The servants are dressed similarly to their masters, both wearing robes and carrying a huge backpack on their backs. His face was obscured by the shadow of his hood, illuminated by the castle's chandelier.
However, even though he was half-hidden, Stork still recognized the other person at a glance.
He has a square face and a broad nose, his eyes are filled with fierceness, his shoulders are broad and powerful, and there is a wild green tattoo on his face...
Stoker's hand holding the wine glass also trembled slightly: "Hu Yizi...how did he become like this?"
At the command of the wise insect, the tall servant lifted his hood, revealing his clear face. The power that is stored but not released in his body, as well as the pressure of power brought by the body itself, all prove that this is the demigod Hu Yizi.
It's just that at this time, his eyes were distracted and he had lost the vigor and vigor he had in the past.
"Of course I can't do it."
The wise insect smiled sheepishly: "Although I can eat his brain, but only if he doesn't resist at all. But Lord Yao has lowered his divine power, and Hu Yizi is just a bigger insect. "
Seeing the other party's proud look, Stoker couldn't help but curse in his heart.
Why are you laughing? You are a bug yourself!
At the same time, he was also surprised by the power of this god Yao.
Although Hu Yizi has lost his godhead, he is extremely powerful. It is almost an impossible task to forcibly kill Hu Yizi who is protected by cavalry - he can quickly escape from danger at any time, and capturing Hu Yizi alive is even more difficult. Hard to imagine.
But the fact is before our eyes.
This confused Stoke's mind.
what to do?
The god Yao who was served by the Sifang Kingdom took action himself, indicating that he was bound to win this place. Hu Yizi is the first, then who is next? Noland, or me?
"...I ate his brain, tamed this guy, and got many interesting secrets from him. Now that his brain has been emptied, he has become my hound and will no longer pose any threat."
The wise insect moved its arms, and its ten claws gently expanded and contracted.
Stoke said calmly: "Did you take action against Noland?"
"The Duke is so perceptive."
The wise insect blinked: "But don't worry, Noland's side is never a problem, because he is also one of ours."
"Lord Yao Shen has always been generous and tolerant towards his own people. Of course, if it is a stubborn enemy, then we will also clean it up for him. This is also the duty of the subordinates, right?"
"..."
Stoke immediately realized the worst had happened.
"Duke, I am here today, not to trade with you, but to inform you."
A bat flew in from the window and landed, returning to a slender vampire body. He said anxiously: "Your Excellency, there are all the reorganized mages outside, as well as the corpse demon army... There are too many, and they have already joined us. The enemy is well prepared."
Stocker's face was expressionless: "Don't panic, go outside and wait for my order."
The vampire turned into a bat again and flew out.
"You want Er Tang Jia Lan."
Stoker looked at the intellectual insect.
"No."
Zhi Chong shook his head: "Er Tang Jialan originally belonged to us. As long as the fire of God's faith can easily transform it... I came here to inform you."
"Duke Stoke, in the name of Lord Yao, your ability has been recognized by the Sifang Kingdom, and you have been recruited by us."
Stoke looked stunned: "Recruitment?"
"good."
The wise insect said: "The territory you are in and your subordinates will be merged into the Sifang Kingdom. You can refuse, but in that case you will be considered by us as an enemy who is stubbornly resisting."
"...I need some time to think about it."
"OK."
…
Stoker walked all the way to the balcony on the ground floor of the castle, and the cold wind made his cloak rustle.
The fifth level of the abyss was still foggy, but he could see clearly.
On the mountain in front of the castle, a tidal wave of warriors from the Sifang Kingdom, Noland's mage group, and cavalry have all assembled, quietly waiting for the order to attack.
Behind the castle is Ertang Jialan.
This is where Stoke comes every time he makes a big decision.
It was also here that the prince used to give him instructions.
Countless thoughts flashed through Stork's mind. There are two more useful strategies: one is to escape by yourself - hide in the Duel Forest. Although you will not be able to come out, you will gain temporary safety inside; the other is to give everything you have. Resistance, hoping to use the Garan protectors and monks to stop the enemy.
The confused Hu Yizi downstairs is the fate of failure.
Stoker pinched the bridge of his nose with his hand and closed his eyes in thought.
He needs to make a difficult choice in a short period of time.
Life-changing choices often come without warning.
Just like that day so many years ago when three Dukes murdered the Prince. When they were discussing how to take turns being princes, an inconspicuous earl detonated the blood from the prince's corpse. They were seriously injured in an instant, and were then executed one by one by the young earl.
On the fifth floor of the abyss, the vampire clan lost three dukes on the same day they lost the prince.
Many clan members privately discussed that this was something that Stoke had planned for a long time, but in fact, it was just a judgment and action made by Stoke in a short period of time.
The opportunity in this world is fleeting, and it will not wait until you are perfectly prepared to appear.
The prince's vague and powerful voice is still in my ears.
- If you don't want to be destroyed by the storm, then become the storm.
Stoke took a deep breath and combed his hair back with his hands to make it fit.
He turned around and slowly went downstairs, with a decent and unflattering smile on his face, and came all the way to the messenger.
"It's an honor to be recruited, and I'm happy to stand with the victor."
The wise insect grinned: "I said, you will definitely make a smart choice. Noland also said that you are a better candidate for recruitment than Hu Yizi."
Behind it, Hu Yizi's empty eyes looked forward blankly, like a hound that lost its prey.