The old werewolf looked up and down at Sebastian and Charlotte, and finally stopped at Charlotte, frowning:
"Lu Fu, let's not talk about this brother of yours for now, what's going on with this little guy?"
"Old Logan, although Reisa is young, she is already very strong. She can do things."
Luf pretended not to understand the accusatory look in the old werewolf's eyes and answered evasively.
Old Werewolf: ...
"You know that's not what I meant..."
He said with a frown.
"Old Logan, it was Resa herself who strongly requested it. She also wanted to do something. Besides, aren't there tribesmen who are about her age?"
Luffy gestured to the dirty little werewolf in the team.
The old werewolf was speechless.
Sighing, he shook his head:
"That's all."
"Since they are from your tribe, they are also considered as our own. It is not impossible to bring them along, but they can only work outside and cannot go deep into the mining area."
"You know, although the supervisor of the mining workshop turns a blind eye to the outer mining areas, the inner areas have always been strictly inspected. After all... Mithril slag can be easily found there."
Luf immediately laughed and said:
"Of course, they are newbies and just need to work outside."
The old werewolf hesitated for a moment and said:
"In addition, I advise you not to go deep into the mining area with us. We are all people who have been tested by time. We will not encounter any danger even if we go deep into the mining area. But you are different."
Luf nodded and smiled:
"Don't worry, old Logan, I know what to do."
Luf's answer did not satisfy the old werewolf, and his expression suddenly became serious:
"Luffy, I'm serious, you should be serious too."
As he spoke, he glanced at the demihumans behind him who were curiously looking at the others, and suddenly he stretched out his withered arm tremblingly, forcibly pulled Luf aside, and whispered:
"Luffy, you are the only werewolf I have seen in all these years who is still able to unleash the power of his bloodline."
"I don't know how you did it, nor do I know what you have experienced, but I know that you may represent the future of us Asians..."
"People like you shouldn't come to the mining area. You should go to a wider world and find a better way out for your people."
At this point, the old werewolf sighed softly, with a complicated expression:
"Demihumans, no one has awakened the power of totems for many years..."
Looking at the old werewolf's sad and lonely eyes, and listening to the sincere concern in his words, Luf felt a little warm in his heart:
"Old Logan, I..."
The old werewolf interrupted him:
"Just listen to me first."
"I know you invited me to drink and asked me for information for ulterior motives, but... none of this matters."
"Whether you want to go deep into the mine to pick up some silver ore residue or find out the secrets of the mine for someone, it doesn't matter."
"I've been observing for a few days, and I can see that you have feelings for everyone, and... you really want to use Castel as a settlement for the tribe."
"These are enough."
"Lufu, the mining area is not as simple as you think. You returned safely the last time you entered the inner mining area, but it does not mean that you will be safe this time... You don't know that in the past, most of our compatriots who disappeared after entering the mining area disappeared the second time."
“Perhaps, the last time you entered the inner mining area, you were already targeted by the monster.”
Listening to the old werewolf's heartfelt words, Luf's eyes were a little complicated.
He sighed deeply and said:
"Don't worry, old Logan. Since you're bringing Buser and Reisa with you, I'll definitely stay with them."
The old werewolf finally felt relieved and nodded with satisfaction:
"So much the better."
After that, he came back to the front of the crowd, looked at Sebastian who was also made up as a werewolf by Shirley, and said seriously:
"Your name is Basai, right?"
"Mr. Logan."
Sebastian saluted slightly.
Even though he was disguised as a werewolf, his smile was still so elegant and appropriate.
Seeing that smile as bright as the sun, the old werewolf was obviously stunned.
After a slight hesitation, he looked serious and said, half warning and half admonishing:
"I see that you have an unusual temperament. I believe you must have had a fascinating past. You must be a cultured werewolf."
"However, since we have come to the Castel Mine, we must follow the rules of the mine. The most important thing here is not to leave the mining area designated by the workshop for you."
"I think you must have heard about the monster legends in the mining area from Luf. I won't repeat myself, but I just need to emphasize that in the mining area, not only is it dangerous to go deep into the mining area, but it is also dangerous to rashly leave your designated mining area!"
"If you want to earn Quintana well, you must obey the rules!"
As he spoke, he looked at Charlotte next to Sebastian, his expression slightly relaxed, and said:
"And... take good care of your sister and don't let her show up. Although werewolves like her won't disappear because of monsters, they are not safe either."
"Unsafe?"
Sebastian asked tentatively.
However, he was greeted with a contemptuous rebuke from the old werewolf, who spitted all over his face:
"Don't you understand? Do you really need me to put it so bluntly? How can a cute little girl like her come to a place like a mine? To her, a mine supervisor is much more dangerous than the monster in the legend!"
Sebastian: …
He nodded and replied respectfully:
"You're right. If those mine supervisors mess up, it can be very dangerous."
The old werewolf nodded with satisfaction:
“That’s not bad!”
"Okay, come along, cover your sister's hair and make her look like a tomboy, it will be safer."
He waved to Charlotte and Sebastian.
Sebastian looked at Charlotte, who nodded and motioned for him to help her put her hair up and tuck it into her headscarf.
As for why she doesn't do it herself... it's simply because she doesn't know how to do her hair.
That's right, she still hasn't learned how to tie her hair in a year. A life where a maid serves her every day can turn a person into a useless person.
After traveling through time for a year, not to mention developing any new life skills, some of the abilities from the previous life had become a little rusty because I had been served too well.
After some rearrangement, Charlotte turned into a little werewolf boy.
But unfortunately, because of her natural beauty, even with makeup on and her hair tied up, she still stood out among the many dusty werewolves.
The old werewolf sighed and suddenly picked up a large piece of dirt from the ground.
"Put this dust on your face."
He came in front of Charlotte and said.
Looking at the huge pile of dirty dirt, Luffy was hesitant to speak, and Sebastian was also hesitant to speak.
Charlotte, on the other hand, grabbed a handful generously and smiled as Sebastian looked at her with emotion.
"Okay, let's go."
The old werewolf nodded with satisfaction and turned to walk towards the mining area.
Under the moonlight, although his back was very small, Charlotte felt that his reflection was so tall.
Vampires have keen perception.
She heard the conversation between the old werewolf and Luf.
After traveling for a year, most of the nobles Charlotte met were perverts and weirdos. But now she saw such a dedicated and responsible old werewolf leader in the mining area, which made her feel emotional.
Viewed as barbarians by the civilized world, the werewolves who are struggling to survive still have their hearts set on the light. However, many of the human nobles who hold the power and are high above them have fallen into depravity. It is really ironic.
After blending into the large group of sub-human miners, Charlotte finally managed to sneak into the mining area.
It turned out that her choice to sneak into the mining area in this way was correct, because after entering the mining area, she found a large number of defensive magic circles and patrolling soldiers around.
The protection work in the Castel mining area is still very good. Charlotte estimated that if she didn't use the power of blood, it would be difficult for her to get in.
Cherish your divine power and use it wisely. The more you save, the better.
Seeing the team of sub-human miners, people from the mining workshop soon came to support them. Charlotte took a closer look and saw that it was a human manager, but he should not be a noble.
He had a surprisingly good relationship with the old werewolf and didn't make things too difficult for him. He even just took a quick look at the people in the team and let everyone in without a careful check.
This surprised Charlotte again. She suddenly felt that the mining area, which seemed to be heavily guarded, was not without loopholes.
"Mr. Maher is Grandpa Logan's friend. Generally speaking, he doesn't make things difficult for us. In fact, he knows that we often bring some other tribesmen to mine and earn quintana, so he turns a blind eye to it."
As if answering Charlotte's curiosity, a childish and clear voice sounded beside her.
Charlotte's heart moved slightly, and she looked over and found that it was the little werewolf boy who was about the same age as her.
"Noah, you can call me Noah."
The werewolf boy said.
Unlike his dirty and disheveled appearance, his voice is tender, crisp and very pleasant to hear.
Charlotte's heart moved slightly, and she gave him an innocent smile:
"Hello Noah, my name is Leisa."
The little werewolf boy was slightly stunned by Charlotte's smile, but soon came to his senses.
Um
Charlotte was a little surprised.
Although her face was covered with countless layers of pigment, the frequent use of the vampire magic of the spiritual path control system for more than a year had already given her a natural charm in her every move.
As long as she puts it in a deliberate way, few people below the entry level will not be moved by her smile. Those creatures who think with their lower body will easily fall into obsession and subconsciously develop a liking for her.
But this little werewolf woke up much faster than the peacocks at the aristocratic banquet.
Charlotte immediately became curious about this little boy.
But the werewolf boy said seriously:
"Sister Leisa, never smile at strangers in the future. It's too dangerous for you."
Charlotte: …
Why do I feel like I'm being taught a lesson like a child by a kid who's not even as old as me
"Actually, you shouldn't have come here. The mines are not a place for a little girl like you, even if we are werewolves."
Noah said again.
Charlotte smiled slightly and pointed at Sebastian beside her:
"It's okay, I have my brother to protect me."
Noah was silent.
He glanced at Sebastian, his expression suddenly complicated, but in the end he said nothing, and silently retreated back to the team.
Sebastian glanced at the little werewolf in surprise:
"I thought he would say that if he were me, he wouldn't let his sister come along."
Charlotte sighed:
“It seems like everyone here has a story.”
"Hey, who in this world doesn't have their own story?"
Sebastian seemed to be reminded of some memories by Charlotte's words, and he smiled and shook his head.
"Shut up!"
The old werewolf's somewhat dissatisfied voice came from the front of the team.
After taking a look at Charlotte who had quieted down, Sebastian shut up immediately.
After crossing the open-pit mine outside the mining area, the group soon entered the real mine under the leadership of the old werewolf.
Of course, although it is called a mine, to Charlotte it looks like a steampunk-style dungeon.
After hundreds of years of mining, the mine tunnels of the Castel Mine have crisscrossed and formed a huge network underground. The mines are brightly lit, and hundreds of miners are busy working. Some are pushing and pulling the mine carts on the tracks, some are holding hammers or chisels made of unknown materials and hammering the ore with difficulty, and some dwarf craftsmen are operating huge and bulky alchemical equipment that is hissing and emitting steam for unknown purposes...
However, Charlotte unexpectedly did not find any magical equipment.
After all, it is a magical world, and she thought she would see some magical devices. In her opinion, magic is the primary productive force.
But she came to her senses after thinking about it for a while. The supernatural powers in the world of Miria are monopolized by the nobles. Magic equipment cannot be operated without magicians, and there are no magic tools that ordinary people can use.
The development of magic props that ordinary people can use is considered a taboo by the Mage Association, who believe it is a blasphemy against the God of Magic and Elements!
Many magicians are also nobles. Even if they are not nobles, they are often hired by nobles for a large sum of money or become well-known mercenaries with extremely high commissions.
Under such circumstances, places like mines will definitely not hire mages, after all, it is too expensive.
The mithril mine is okay, but if a place like the mithril mine dares to hire a magician, it would be like hiring a mouse to guard the granary. Every magician has one or two little magic tricks, so it is normal to take the opportunity to get some precious mithril materials.
So... in the end, the people working in the mines are still mortals and unranked power-type extraordinary people who don't know magic.
Charlotte looked at everything in the mine with curiosity, inspecting this "underground city" that nominally belonged to her. However, she did not stay here for too long, and soon followed the large group into a mine tunnel.
In front of the mine tunnel is a mining cave, which flickers with silver light under the worn-out oil lamp. Some subhuman miners have already been working here.
The old werewolf stopped and said to Charlotte and the other two:
"Luffy, Basai, and Lesha, you can work here too. The tools are ready. Do as much as you can. After daybreak, your wages will be based on the ore you produce. But don't force yourself. After all, your health is the most important thing."
"Also, don't try to hide the ore and take it back. The mine will have special magical equipment to inspect it."
After saying this, the old werewolf looked at the little werewolf boy beside him:
"Noah, you stay and work here too."
"Why? I want to go into the inner mining area too! I've been in there so many times before and it was alright!"
The little werewolf said dissatisfiedly.
The old werewolf Logan glared at him immediately:
"Don't worry, you little wolf! Don't think I don't know why you want to follow me in. You said you wanted to mine, but actually you wanted to find the dragon in the mine. Do you want to die?"
"But! There really is a dragon in the mines!"
"Then we can't let you go with it. If you anger it, do you want everyone to be buried with it?"
Old Logan glared at him again.
"No... No, it won't, I believe it definitely won't!"
The little werewolf boy shook his head desperately.