radicalducati Chapter 171 Temptation
Chapter 171 Temptation
Chapter 171 Temptation
One by one, the processed Bystin Gianthorn Bulls, Mountain Goats, and Los Beasts from the Underdark were skewered on a huge grill, their bodies already covered with fine, intricate cuts.
Saffron from Olmpur Bay, cinnamon from Kalin Fir, cloves from the Churt Forest, and fennel seeds from Moonshadow Sea, along with other precious spices, were finely ground into powder and mixed with rich honey to coat the livestock in a thick layer.
The golden dragon's breath was being gently roasted, and the proteins, catalyzed by the Maillard reaction, gradually released a rich and enticing aroma of meat.
While Thor's men were busy conquering and expanding his territory, he was comfortably lying in his own land, leisurely enjoying a rare moment of leisure.
With money, people naturally indulge in extravagance. Thanks to the merchants who travel between the Underdark and his territory, fine wines and delicacies from all over the world can be easily obtained, and the diet has become more refined, no longer as wild and uncouth as before.
The dragon's body is itself an extremely sophisticated instrument, and as a red dragon, Thor can precisely control his body temperature within a certain range.
At this moment, he was trying his best to suppress the fire element in his body. The flames that had surrounded him all year round had been extinguished, and the scales that were once as red as hot irons were now only warm to the touch.
Only in this way could he successfully pour the fiery dragon liquor from his claws into his mouth, preventing the liquor from exploding into a tasteless flame the moment it touched his tongue.
The dragon-vein kobold cuts off pieces of meat from the roasting cattle and sheep. Only when the meat is cooked to the perfect temperature can it maintain its tenderness and flavor, so that you don't bite into it and only taste a mouthful of charcoal.
However, for Thor, these meats and wines were ultimately just snacks to satisfy his appetite. What truly replenished his energy and met his physical needs for growth were various energy crystals and precious minerals.
As Alan, transformed into a long, slender dragon shadow, weaved between the various barbecue grills, he saw the inherently evil red dragon occasionally extend its claws, pulling out handfuls of glittering gems of various colors and rare metals more precious than gold from who-knows-where, stuffing them into its mouth like eating beans.
In just a short time, the food he ate would probably be worth tens of thousands of gold coins.
Such extravagant behavior made Alan swallow hard.
The main reason why metal dragons are called metal dragons is not only because of their metallic scales, but also because they have a habit of eating metal.
Those energy-rich gemstones and metallic minerals are not only their favorite collectibles, but also food that promotes physical development.
Alan has not eaten properly for a long time since he was imprisoned by Thor with an oath.
The little treasure he carried with him had already been used up during his previous treatment to speed up his recovery.
Ordinary prey and vegetables not only fail to provide sufficient energy, but also lack some essential minerals.
As a golden dragon who had just entered adolescence, whose body was developing rapidly and whose appetite was at its peak, Ailan almost drooled as he watched the red dragon devour its food.
Sensing that scorching gaze, Thor, who was lying on the ground, slowly opened his squinted eyes. His clear pupils swept to the side, and then he glanced at the dragon crystal that he hadn't finished eating on his claws. A malicious smile immediately appeared on his lips.
"Little mudskipper, do you want this? Just shout 'Great Lord Thor,' and I'll give it to you."
As he spoke, he gently tossed his claws, and the transparent crystal, about the size of a football and shimmering with a bluish-green light, bounced up and down, radiating a vibrant life energy in the air.
The possessiveness of treasure, ingrained in the blood of all true dragons, made Alan's gaze follow the glittering magic crystal up and down.
Can this precious treasure be obtained with just a shout?
Such an easy offer almost made her subconsciously agree, but after realizing what was happening, a chill ran through her, and she growled firmly at Thor.
"Stop your little tricks. Justice will never waver because of temptation. Just give up on that idea!"
Thor's answer was not unexpected. He caught the falling dragon crystal and put it in his mouth.
Metal dragons rarely fall into corruption. Even if they do, they are usually copper dragons with chaotic natures and a penchant for pranks. There are almost no corrupted silver dragons, let alone gold dragons, which are the leaders of metal dragons.
However, "almost none" does not mean "absolutely none." The innate chaos and evil in his blood makes Thor always like to cause trouble for other creatures when he has nothing else to do.
Being able to resist temptation for a moment doesn't mean you can resist it forever.
As the stakes of wealth continue to rise, he is eager to see what choice this golden dragon will ultimately make.
However, there was no rush, so after Alan refused, Thor did not continue trying. He slightly narrowed his eyes and his mental energy began to shift along the invisible connection.
Seeing the red dragon lying down again, Alan, who had been looking righteous and awe-inspiring, immediately deflated. A faint regret flashed through her mind. She glared at the seemingly sleeping beast, but could only continue with her work.
A magnificent eagle soars among the mountains, with a wingspan of nearly 6 meters, a crimson beak that resembles a burning flame, and golden talons covered with overlapping scales.
The imposing presence of a apex predator emanated from this bird, its golden pupils surveying the land below as if inspecting its own kingdom.
This was the black-feathered eagle that Thor controlled after he first awakened his spell-like ability to control small creatures.
Thanks to ample food, dragon crystal dust, and the nourishment of a whole piece of bird dragon jade, this originally ordinary flying creature—
The bird has undergone a second development and has now completely transformed into a ferocious bird of prey.
Not only did it grow to an enormous size and its feathers become as hard as iron, but it also possessed a certain degree of magical resistance. Its enormous claws and sharp beak could easily tear through tough cowhide.
Let alone hunting ordinary goats and wild boars, it could even pose a certain threat to a white dragon hatchling.
When Thor is unwilling to move, this agile bird will act as his eyes, helping him to patrol the surrounding territory.
Its enormous size, coupled with its even wider wingspan, allows this black-feathered eagle to easily exceed 80 kilometers per hour in its normal cruising speed.
The rolling hills were quickly left behind, and then some evil creatures that roared and charged around wildly came into view.
On the western side of the mountain range where Thor was located, beneath a large tree that stretched south into the wilderness, a fierce battle was raging between two groups of goblins.
One side consisted of about 30 animals, dressed in tattered animal skins and carrying simple wooden sticks.
The other side had only a dozen or so soldiers, but their equipment was undoubtedly much better. They were not only wearing simple leather armor, but their wooden clubs were also sparsely studded with a few iron nails.
The leader, clearly stronger than the other goblins, was unusually wielding a gleaming scimitar and was shouting loudly in a gibberish goblin language.
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