usenovelonline Chapter 94 is broken, it's become an NPC.
Chapter 94 is broken, it's become an NPC.
Outside the window, a torrential downpour was falling, while inside, the lights were on.
Jiang Shuzhou sat in his long-desired spacious office, warming himself by the fire, and sipping tea whose price had now doubled. A sense of contentment welled up in his heart.
Many people think that a logistics officer is someone who sits in a tent with a pile of supplies behind him, and who takes bribes and demands favors from people who come to collect equipment.
Actually, that's not the case. That's Hayes' job. Jiang Shuzhou's job is much more difficult. For example, he has to formulate major work policies, which is a very important task. If the work policies are wrong, Hayes will be in big trouble.
"My lord, this is what the mage Miles gave you."
The speaker was Devalin. Unlike Hayes, who was born in a feudal society, the dwarf society had a strong sense of clan and elders were highly respected. However, in most cases, the dwarves were still relatively equal, so Devalin naturally did not respect Jiang Shuzhou as much as Hayes did.
"Not bad. By the way, Dvalin, how's your blacksmithing skill?"
Jiang Shuzhou didn't care, since once a contract was signed, the person couldn't run away anyway.
"I didn't miss out!"
You really didn't miss it? Then why can't you fight with Tier 1 weapons?
"I……"
Looking into Jiang Shuzhou's eyes, Devalin understood what his lord meant, but he couldn't refute it because he really couldn't type it.
"This is the note I gave you. Go to Hayes and get a breathing technique, and then get some blacksmithing tools and materials."
Unconditional suppression will backfire; a balance of restraint and release is the right approach.
"This... my lord, I will remember this."
Devalin took the approval slip from Jiang Shuzhou with both hands and fled as if he were escaping.
They are grateful and at least have a good personality.
Jiang Shuzhou admires people who are grateful and repay kindness the most, which may be related to his childhood experiences.
Jiang Shuzhou was taken aback when he opened the gift from Miles.
"External signal detected, information being entered."
"Welcome, Logistics Officer of the Mage Alliance: Navis Lebo"
This was the game system's voice, which Jiang Shuzhou hadn't heard in a while.
Miles gave Jiang Shuzhou a crystal plate and a thin instruction manual.
After reading the instruction manual, Jiang Shuzhou's expression turned strange.
The crystal panel is a product of alchemy, used to store and display information. It's essentially a tablet, just a magical version.
Meanwhile, Jiang Shuzhou's tablet has been equipped with many functions, such as being able to connect to the game system and record contribution points.
This is clearly intended for the players. Come to think of it, it would be a waste not to use so many low-level cannon fodder.
However, the Mage Alliance probably didn't expect that a player had already infiltrated their ranks and become a logistics officer.
"Am I being both the referee and the player?"
Although the tablet is soul-bound and can only be used by authorized personnel, any changes in contribution points will be recorded by the tablet and uploaded to the alliance's internal server.
However, Jiang Shuzhou can directly increase or decrease his contribution value through the game system without needing a tablet.
The permissions granted by the tablet were supposed to be usable only on the tablet, but perhaps not in the design, the tablet also granted Jiang Shuzhou's game system management permissions for contribution points. However, the game system does not report data to the servers within the Mage Alliance.
Jiang Shuzhou experimented with it. When he used the tablet to add contribution points to the game system, the mage mark quickly received a message from Miles asking about it. After informing him that he was experimenting, Miles didn't think much of it and just marveled at how fast alchemists could learn. It had only been a short time since they got the hang of it.
When he directly increased or decreased contribution points using the game system, Miles's inquiry never came, no matter how much he increased or decreased.
Clearly, Jiang Shuzhou now has unlimited contribution points.
Unfortunately, unlimited contribution points don't equal unlimited resources. If he dared to exchange for ten thousand bottles of Blood Burning Potions now, the high-level mages of the Mage Alliance would kill him immediately tomorrow.
But the allure of authority lies in manipulating the rules within their framework.
Jiang Shuzhou doesn't need to empty the warehouse.
All he needs to do is get himself a free transaction in every "compliant" redemption.
Alternatively, by slightly "deducting" a small amount when distributing task rewards, one can accumulate small gains and use them for their own benefit.
Since things have come to this, let's go collect our benefits first.
Sigrún has taught at the Iceland University of the Arts as a part-time lecturer since and was Dean of the Department of Fine Art from -. In – she held a research position at Reykjavík Art Museum focusing on the role of women in Icelandic art. She studied fine art at the Icelandic College of Arts and Crafts and at Pratt Institute, New York, and holds BA and MA degrees in art history and philosophy from the University of Iceland. Sigrún lives and works in Iceland.
More than a dozen books, all about alchemy.
Among them are rune-related content such as "Runewords" and "Engraved Hearts," as well as mechanical content such as "Secrets of Steel" and "Mechanical Fundamentals," and even content about flesh-and-blood transmutation.
Of course, it also includes books on spell knowledge, such as "Elemental Control," "Basic Magical Modification," "Creating Magic: From Beginner to Expert," and "Complete Guide to Practical Spells."
The weight of knowledge is reassuring. Looking at the stack of books in front of him, which was taller than himself, Jiang Shuzhou had nothing to say.
What's more terrifying than finding yourself a class is finding yourself a school, especially a senior year of high school.
However, Jiang Shuzhou has no regrets. If you want to wear the crown, you must bear the weight. Since he has chosen this path, he must continue to walk it.
Sigrún has taught at the Iceland University of the Arts as a part-time lecturer since and was Dean of the Department of Fine Art from -. In – she held a research position at Reykjavík Art Museum focusing on the role of women in Icelandic art. She studied fine art at the Icelandic College of Arts and Crafts and at Pratt Institute, New York, and holds BA and MA degrees in art history and philosophy from the University of Iceland. Sigrún lives and works in Iceland.
"Guys, we're here!"
"Today we'll take a look at the infamous Velisco from the Mage Alliance."
After a long journey, Teacher 87, who was live-streaming, finally arrived in this city.
"I believe everyone has seen the expansion update. The Second Storm Sea War is about to begin, and major factions are starting to recruit. Now, I will guide you through a detailed look at the benefits and perks of the Mage Alliance, so that you can better choose the faction you like to join."
As he spoke, Teacher 87 walked into Room 14 of No. 1145 in the central area, which was also Hayes's office.
Given Hayes' experience in leading troops, Jiang Shuzhou directly assigned him the task of recruiting mercenaries, which was a case of the capable taking on more responsibilities.
The Mage Alliance's logistical work is all-encompassing, from recruiting members and buying rewards to even issuing missions; all of these fall under Jiang Shuzhou's management, though only for lower-ranking members.
"Hello, I'd like to ask about the benefits of joining the Mage Alliance as a mercenary?"
The sudden question interrupted Hayes's thoughts, as he was struggling with how to use the tablet.
"That's how it is..."
Hayes then recounted the benefits that had just been issued not long ago.
First, there's the salary. Depending on the level of danger, there will be a different fixed salary each month, ranging from one hundred to one thousand gold.
Secondly, there is the death benefit, which is a direct payment of 500 gold coins.
Joining the Mage Alliance also grants contribution points, one contribution point being equivalent to one gold coin. These points can be exchanged for ordinary supplies at discounted prices, and can also be used to acquire items that are not allowed to be sold on the market, such as automatic weapons and magic bullets.
Teacher 87's eyes widened as he looked at the long list of rare items on the exchange list.
"I'd like to ask, how do I buy the Magic Mech?"
Strange? How did he know there were magic-powered mechs for sale in the inventory?
Hayes, being a native of the area, had never seen a game system before, and he had no idea that all the other party needed to do was look at the game system.
"The standard model has approximately 200,000 contribution points."
"Can I exchange gold coins for contribution points?"
"No, but after you complete the task, you can choose whether to settle your contribution points. The settlement ratio is 1:1."
87 fell silent. How long would it take him to accumulate 200,000 contribution points?
"Hays, what's wrong?"
Just then, Jiang Shuzhou arrived.
Holy crap, logistics officer!
Hey, isn't this Teacher 87? How's your gut feeling now?
As soon as Jiang Shuzhou came into view, all the viewers could see a line of large characters floating above his head.
Logistics Officer: Navis Lebo
It's clear that the Mage Alliance has stepped up its efforts.
This NPC is so unique, I must make a good impression on him.
Thinking this, Teacher 87's professionalism made him realize what was happening. He stepped forward and respectfully performed the monk's salute that he had just learned from the background information.
"..."
Jiang Shuzhou was speechless. Putting aside the fact that the Master's salute was a gesture of respect between two masters, this thing used to be a secret hand gesture used to distinguish those of the same kind. Although it has now evolved into a form of etiquette, it only exists in books.
Who has time to salute someone and then have to return the salute? It's better to say a few nice words and build a closer relationship quickly.
"Is there something you need?"
Out of politeness, Jiang Shuzhou did not give Teacher 87 a hard time.
"Well, my name is Seven Nein, and I'd like to join the Mage Alliance. However, I have some questions about certain aspects. Could you please answer them for me?"
"What's the problem?"
Can priests and paladins join the mage alliance?
Do you want to listen to what you're saying?
"Are you?"
"No, I was just asking."
"Dead people can join, but living people are out of the question."