Golden Dragon: Six Thousand Years of Empire-Chapter 139 - 117: Arrogant First, Respectful Later – The True Reality_2

Chapter 139: Chapter 117: Arrogant First, Respectful Later – The True Reality_2

Furthermore, this formidable perception extends from the Mage City, spreading in all directions, encompassing the entire Elisium City, with a population exceeding 1.5 million.

This is the first authority possessed by the Mage City he designed, representing the deterrent power a spellcaster with a Mage Tower can wield.

Spellcasters, with the aid of a Mage Tower, can completely control a region, and when a Legendary Mage occupies a corresponding level Mage Tower, the power displayed is even more terrifying.

Moreover, what Noah designed isn’t a mere Mage Tower, but a genuine Magic Miracle City, something even Legendary Mages would envy.

It’s due to his adoptive father’s presence that resources could be gathered to construct this magical wonder; otherwise, it wouldn’t have been feasible, it was too challenging.

Because of this, the gazes cast upon Noah were as surprised as could be, for outsiders cannot comprehend the directive Selena passed down.

He’s just an adopted son, not a biological child, so why give the first right of inheritance to an adopted son?

Even though it’s known that the Duchess’s son has mediocre talent, her granddaughter and grandson are exceptionally gifted, not inferior to her and her husband.

Given this, even when choosing an inheritor, shouldn’t it be among the direct descendants? Why give it to someone from another race? Although this is an illustrious Golden Dragon, it still doesn’t make sense.

Everyone looked at each other, feeling it absurd, but seeing Casius silently watching and not voicing any opposition, as outsiders, they couldn’t comment on it.

This is their family matter, they must have their considerations for making such a decision, perhaps some hidden reason unbeknownst to others.

Whatever others felt, Noah didn’t know, but the Golden Dragon himself felt very complicated at this moment. Although his adoptive mother had long promised him this, fulfilling a promise is another matter.

How many betrayers exist in this world? Even with contracts witnessed by Divines, many still break them. But his adoptive mother did not, instead, she went beyond her initial promise.

The soul’s fluctuation disappearing implies the most dreadfully strict condition of realization is death, but another might be venturing too far during travels in the Otherworld, so much so that the Mage City can’t perceive it, equivalent to disappearance.

This condition is much easier to achieve.

"What’s wrong? Sad? You little one aren’t dissatisfied, are you?"

His adoptive mother’s smiling words interrupted Noah’s thoughts, and as the Golden Dragon raised his head, Selena reminded him,

"Are you still concerned about your armament? If you’re so eager, you can take out your design blueprints right now and show them to Mr. Damien."

Following his adoptive mother’s direction, Noah realized she was indicating the shortest figure in the hall at the moment: the gnome.

"Mr. Damien."

Noah was very polite; regardless of who he faced, encountering a gnome with the Divine Craftsman’s title, politeness was requisite; it’s the proper attitude.

Gnomes are among the world’s most renowned major races; though not as famed as Elves or Dwarves, they are best known for a myriad of craftsmen emerging from among them.

Unlike dwarves famed for forging weapons, gnomes pride themselves, and are world-renowned for their exceptional craftsmanship, able to manufacture extremely delicate, almost inconceivable special equipment like the Golden Mane War Chariot and Land Giant Ship.

"Well, Holy Dragon, let me see your design blueprints."

Facing the not-yet-adult Golden Dragon, the gnome Divine Craftsman, who should have been proud and high, also displayed amiability, not to mention he currently owed a debt of gratitude, and this couple’s stance was extremely clear.

"Let me see."

Once Noah took out the blueprints, several Dwarf Kings also gathered around.

"A very intricate armament design, what do you intend to use as the main material for casting?"

The gnome Divine Craftsman Damien commented, but just from the calm tone, it was clear Noah’s design seemed quite ordinary in his eyes, not even a single good point could be identified, hence the switch to ask about materials instead.

Such bland praise, evidently mere courtesies, not criticizing his design outright was already a great favor, a matter of human relationships, and Noah could discern it clearly.

"I plan to use Solar Meteorite Gold as the main material, not sure if feasible?"

Facing a Divine Craftsman recognized for achieving the highest accomplishments in his field, Noah maintained the right attitude, albeit a universal genius, yet in the craftsman’s specialized domain, they were unmatched geniuses, with their talents thoroughly exercised beyond what Noah could currently rival.

"How large of Solar Meteorite Gold?"

Damien paused for a moment.

"Large enough for me to sleep curled up on."

"Such a massive piece of Solar Meteorite Gold? Where is it?"

The gnome craftsman showed little reaction, but the two Dwarf Kings were visibly excited and couldn’t wait.

Under a wave of urging and prompting, Noah had to take the gnome and dwarves to his collection room. After a round of exclamations and marvels, since it was no longer a public setting, both the gnome and dwarves dropped formalities and displayed their professional qualities,

"The concept is good, but the design is too crude, it needs a complete overhaul."

"Such a design is just wasting materials, only a novice would make such a basic error."

"If I dared to produce such work upon adulthood, I’d be exiled from the tribe."

It had to be said, when these guys stopped holding back, their critiques were quite acerbic and aggressive, yet Noah wasn’t a dragon with a fragile ego, humbly accepting criticism.

Moreover, despite the scolding, they were forthcoming with suggestions for modifications, willing to impart genuine knowledge, who cares about a few scolds?

Real core knowledge is never documented in books, and some knowledge is indescribable, only comprehensible through understanding.

However, this oppressive learning environment full of spittle-spewing critiques only lasted until Noah’s adoptive father entered, restoring harmony once more, as this trip was primarily to forge weapons for Casius.

Just then, the humble apprentice Noah discovered although his adoptive father knew nothing, sometimes even posed ridiculous requests, the gnome and old dwarves treated him exceptionally well, not just refraining from criticism or sarcasm, but would cautiously find indirect ways to suggest any perceived shortcomings in Casius’s ideas.

"..."

Watching the gnome Divine Craftsman and Dwarf Kings practically fawning over his adoptive father, Noah felt inwardly at peace, having nothing to say; this was the reality of the world.

It’s just the fundamental rules of the world, unavoidable, or perhaps they were indeed unable to defy, otherwise, Noah reckoned they wouldn’t utter a single word of dissent.

"Since you have no objections, the final plan is set; your weapon shall be cast according to the design on the plans."

The esteemed gnome Divine Craftsman spoke with considerable warmth, and Noah noticed that this already short gnome was not standing as straight anymore.

"Yes, that’s fine."

Feeling the exchange this time went very smoothly, Casius nodded, his requests were mostly met, leaving him very satisfied.

"What about my armament..."

Seizing the opportunity with his adoptive father present, Noah finalized his armament blueprints.

"After completing Lord Casius’s weapon, we will also proceed to finish your armament."

The gnome promised while a dwarf couldn’t resist adding,

"Honestly, the difficulty of crafting your armament exceeds that of Lord Casius’s."

"If it’s exceedingly troublesome, I can offer additional payment."

Casius chimed in.

"It’s just a slightly greater difficulty, but far from troublesome, Lord Casius, please don’t say that; if we accepted your payment, we might face expulsion from our kin."