They all call me Great Master-Chapter 614 - 611: Invitation!
When Arthur left No. 17 Garden North Street, he was carrying not only the 'Cat's Nest' made from century-old silvervine but also two bags of dried small fish.
Both were free of charge.
Especially the two bags of small fish, which had earned Pendragon's approval.
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By the time he returned to No. 2 Cork Street, Pendragon had already shown off half a bag of dried fish.
And Arthur, while petting his own 'Cat's Nest,' was contemplating the promise made by Lady Amanda—
Two members of the 'Great Arcana Level' from the Black Cat Faction would join his new Black Cat Faction and would pledge their loyalty to him.
And he?
He had to fulfill a promise of 'tenfold, a hundredfold, a thousandfold.'
To this, Arthur did not refuse.
Before preparing for oceanic trade, Arthur's coastal trade had already quietly begun.
Exemptions in three areas?
Far from enough!
He wanted more!
So, when presented with such a 'legitimate reason,' Arthur certainly wouldn't mind.
In fact, he demanded even more.
However, such matters, of course, required a perfect plan to proceed.
And a perfect plan required time.
Lady Amanda did not press him on this point.
Arthur expressed considerable gratitude for the lady's magnanimity and secretly marveled at the strength of the concealed Black Cat Faction.
After receiving the 'Stairway of Ascension' at Cat Hole interrupted by 'God's Lock,' and the unexpected secret message left by the leaders of the black, raccoon, and flower factions, Arthur had quietly assessed the existing power of the Black Cat Faction.
In his assessment, the Black Cat Faction's high-end combatants, the Great Arcana Level, would not be too many.
At most one or two people.
But when Lady Amanda effortlessly proposed two old Great Arcana Level members of the Black Cat Faction to join his new Black Cat Faction, Arthur understood.
His previous assessment was incorrect.
The high-end combat power of Lady Amanda's Black Cat Faction was far beyond his imagination.
There must be at least three people at the Great Arcana Level.
Perhaps there were even higher-level 'Entrant' existents.
'Facing the unexpected, adjusting one's lifestyle with composure and actively preparing for it?
Should I say it's a force that has accumulated over time?
Truly not to be underestimated!'
Arthur was full of exclamations in his heart.
But regarding the unexpected strength of the Black Cat Faction, he felt a tinge of excitement.
After all, they were all his!
Perhaps these remnants of the old era's Black Cat Faction had not yet understood their own significance, but as time passed, Arthur, as the contemporary 'Black Cat,' would definitely make them understand their purpose and thus join the new Black Cat Faction.
In this matter, Arthur had absolute confidence.
After all, being a young, upright, naive, and kind 'Spirit Medium,' making this happen was simply too easy.
Even with a heart black enough, just one or two 'accidents' would suffice.
Regrettably, as a young, upright, naive, and kind 'Spirit Medium,' Arthur believed he had to act more openly and honorably.
At least…
To do it 'open and aboveboard!'
And for that, he would need to ask a favor of his enemies in the shadows.
Arthur was convinced that they would surely fulfill his wishes.
But that was for later.
Now?
Arthur looked down at the 'Cat's Nest.'
'Aside from the 'Cat's Nest,' I still need 'Dragon's Horn,' 'Fierce Tiger's Claw,' 'Raging Bear's Gallbladder,' 'Terrifying Wolf's Ear'…
I'll have to ask my Grandma Susan for help again.'
At this moment, Arthur was no longer a rookie on the Mystic Side.
He was very clear about what 'Dragon's Horn,' 'Fierce Tiger's Claw,' 'Raging Bear's Gallbladder,' and 'Terrifying Wolf's Ear' represented.
Power!
Glory!
The most direct one, "Raging Bear's Gallbladder", if an ordinary person consumes it and doesn't explode, he will certainly enter the Arcana Level.
And "Fierce Tiger's Claw" is one of the best base materials for forging weapons.
Jewelry crafted from "Terrifying Wolf's Ear" can enhance a person's hearing several fold.
As for "Dragon's Horn"?
It's even rumored to be one of the base materials for the "God-Slaying Spear".
Each of these is incredibly rare, and simply cannot be valued using Gold Coins.
Especially since the dragons that possess "Dragon's Horn" and the fierce tigers with "Fierce Tiger's Claw" have long been extinct.
According to records, the last dragon died at the beginning of the Holy Era, slain by The Holy Court's "Paladin".
As for the fierce tiger, it was in the later period of the Holy Era, sanctioned by the head of the Religious Tribunal, and its claws were forged into the renowned "Holy Sword": Atiya.
While the raging bear and terrifying wolf have not been extinct, their numbers are scarce and can only occasionally be seen deep within North County.
Hunting either requires the help of seasoned wilderness hunters, and must be led by "Entrants".
The last time a raging bear was captured was ten years ago.
And catching a terrifying wolf was even further back, twenty years ago.
The base materials from both were auctioned off in private, never reaching the market.
Arthur thought he was doing not too badly, but getting his hands on these four base materials was something he reckoned to be impossible, unless he had an incredible stroke of luck.
And in some ways, Arthur indeed had incredible luck.
Because he had a good grandfather.
More importantly, this good grandfather had an excellent eye for quality, as well as extremely reliable initiative.
Which allowed him to obtain these items in an effortless manner.
Just like the "Griffin Spirit Potion".
For others, it would be virtually unobtainable.
But there might be one in the treasure vault of the South Los House.
"Dragon's Horn", "Fierce Tiger's Claw", "Raging Bear's Gallbladder", "Terrifying Wolf's Ear", it would be the same.
Even if the South Los House didn't have them.
Then...
How about the Golden Lion Family?
As the foremost family of South County, they should have some, right?
And as the legitimate heir of the Golden Lion Family, wouldn't it be reasonable for him to take a little?
Moreover, he wasn't doing it for himself, he was only seeking justice for his mother!
Thinking thus, Arthur stepped down from the carriage.
"Sir."
Merlin and Gawain greeted him.
The two young servants returned to their post the second day after the Cold Winter Festival ended, helping with various chores at No. 2 Cork Street, occasionally assisting Ms. Anna as well.
Ms. Anna had praised them more than once.
Just like at this moment, seeing Arthur holding items, they immediately ran over quickly to relieve Arthur of the dried fish and the 'Cat's Nest'.
Arthur, with a smile, handed half a bag of dried fish to Gawain, then holding the 'Cat's Nest', he looked straight at Merlin and said directly.
"Merlin, go send a message to Madam Susan for me.
Tell her that I have prepared dinner at No. 2 Cork Street."
Arthur instructed.
He was absolutely confident that Madam Susan would accept the invitation.
With Old Charlie's connection, the lady would surely make the appointment.
"Yes, sir."
Merlin nodded and immediately went to deliver the message.
Gawain placed the half bag of dried fish into the cabinet at the Spirit Medium Parlor in Pendragon.
And Arthur?
Stretched lazily.
"Such a hassle."
Mumbling these words, Arthur collapsed onto the bed.
Atop the roof, Wuni received the order and immediately took flight—
It flew towards the Docklands.