klisemfg Chapter 639 Mechanical City
Chapter 639 Mechanical City
Goblins are extremely ugly, greedy and evil, with hunched figures, big noses, sharp teeth, small eyes, green bodies, and short limbs. They don't look like elves at all.
However, according to dwarven archaeology and ancient Night Elf texts, as well as mysterious ancient Titan runes and murals, Titan creations and the Curse of Flesh, along with subsequent mutations and environmental influences, led to life taking on different forms. Many originally towering stone creatures gradually perished, with only the mountain giants, living alongside green plants, remaining as the sole survivors...
There is also a kind of giant tree of life that exists in the realm of the night elves, which is both their dwelling place and their guardian spirit; an ancestral spirit is a living tree of life.
The bio-energy activities of rocks, plants, and elements constitute the abundant and unique energy of Azeroth.
In the Outland, it seems that spore-bearing creatures were originally the most primitive life forms, but ended up as the weakest prey.
In other words, the so-called stable ecosystem and established chains are not always unchanging. It is theoretically possible for special beings to develop in relatively stable environments, or even become intelligent life species.
However, to achieve unification over endless time would likely require the utmost effort from every individual member of the group...
Otherwise, it will only crumble into gravel like a stone, rot into coal ash like wood, or become mycelium like a mushroom, connecting inanimate life forms...
The goblins claim to revere the laws of nature, yet they boast of the grandeur and magnificence of the underground city.
This temporary base, built by Kaz himself, has now become a mechanical behemoth. Lorraine could even hear the sounds of electricity and diesel engines, and the lights—strange electric lights, unlike the magical or crystal streetlights that are ubiquitous in Azeroth. There was a sense of an electric civilization here.
What was originally just a temporary exchange and transit point for goblins has developed into a large city. From Kaz's perspective, Lorraine noticed the problem.
The underground city is goblin territory. To walk in so openly is like walking into a trap.
Lilith's whereabouts are still unknown!
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Touching the flesh and blood finger needle, Lilith's special pet, a little shadow demon raised by an undead shadow priest, a flesh and blood beast infant named "Xiao Mei".
Xiao Mei pointed at the city ahead, her paws taut, making a squeaking sound like a mouse.
Lorraine was puzzled, and the Blood Demon quickly stepped forward to explain.
Godots said the little guy said, "The master is right here! At the very bottom..."
Following the direction indicated by the flesh beast, Lorraine and his companions looked ahead and saw several well-developed railway tracks in the low-lying area of the valley. Numerous rudimentary trains, belching black smoke, were pulling dozen or so dark, tattered carriages in different directions...
Is this the train station?
No, it's a goblin stronghold, a black market transit point.
"Is Lilith at the train station?"
What is a train station?
"Oh dear, you don't even know what a train is? A train is... what is a train?"
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"Slant-eyed Lord, don't you know about trains? They're steel wagons that use black coal and oil as fuel and never stop running. They help us transport ores, timber, and treasures. The underground city is becoming increasingly famous in Kalimdor thanks to this railway that stretches across the land."
"The High Chieftain has also heard of our technology. The locomotive was personally built by the Great Craftsman Gazruwei. This is also a new project jointly funded by our Goblin Trade since Goblin Aviation."
"Furthermore, this thing can transport more than just goods; it can carry passengers, soldiers, and other vehicles! This is the future..."
The goblin Kaz grew increasingly excited as he spoke, leaving Lorraine, who had been listening in a daze, unable to resist rubbing his non-existent glasses...
"Ironforge Metro?"
“Alas, the dwarves’ technology can’t compare to ours. They’re powered by electricity, while mine can be replenished at any time. Fuel and charcoal are readily available. They still rely on Monoregan’s generator, which is not the same thing.”
"I've heard there's a battery technology that's quite good..."
"Oh, you squinty-eyed sir, I guarantee it! Coal carts are the future!"
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Lorin watched as billowing black smoke rose, heard the deafening clang of metal clashing, but couldn't make out the exact location of the entrance to the underground city...
He had to ask the goblin Kaz to lead the way.
Kaz readily agreed, seemingly impatient to enter the underground city...
"Wait, I'm warning you. If you dare to play tricks or break the agreement, I'll bring my men and tear this whole city down!"
"No, no, not at all. Twenty thousand gold coins is more than enough to honor you. I have long heard of Lord Slanted Eyes' identity and would never dare to breach the contract. Rest assured, we goblins are the most trustworthy in business; otherwise, our underground city wouldn't have stood here for decades and developed to its current state!"
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"I forgot to ask you, what exactly is this necromancer you mentioned...?"
"Uh, what happened? Sir, it's a misunderstanding... We just happened to encounter an injured tribal soldier, and we brought her back to the Underground City to treat her... The Underground City has everything, top-notch doctors, chefs, and musicians are all available, and the goblin engineers are world-renowned. If our company weren't so low-key, the Underground City would be much better than that junkyard-like Undermae."
"Oh, really? I hope it's true. We'll find out once we get to the city..."
"Yes Yes Yes!"
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The map I got from Red Bull Venerable clearly shows that the underground city is located in a low-lying valley, right next to a water source and on a high slope. Mechanical waterwheels and a network of trains run in all directions, and one of them even runs on the water. Upon closer inspection, it is a strange floating bridge. These designs that span the terrain really show that the ominous-looking goblin is truly ingenious.
The entire city seemed to be a living mechanical giant...
After searching for a long time, Lorraine finally located the entrance.
He hesitated, wondering whether he should lead his large entourage of undead servants into a strange mechanical demon city.
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"Wasn't it supposed to be just a temporary transit point? This is practically like Dalaran..."
"What you say is absolutely right, sir... Our venture capital firm's core technology is the most advanced. Since we expanded our business to Outland, we've also learned from the technologies of the Astral Consortium and the Draenei. This [Underground City] is the true city of technology. The gnomes' Gnomeregan, the dwarves' Ironforge, and even the legendary Titan ruins—I think none of them can compare to my underground fortress..."
"Your fortress?"
"Yes... My residence is located at the highest point of the underground city. I would be honored if you would grace me with your presence... You will be treated as an honored guest, and I will make you feel right at home, providing you with a royal experience..."
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Some distance from the underground city, behind the cliffs on the other side of the crevice canyon, a smaller fissure extends out.
A colossal force tore through the earth, likely the aftershocks of the Well of Eternity explosion 100,000 years ago, or perhaps scars left by the Legion 10,000 years ago, or simply tectonic activity, or pits left by the Venture Company's artificial mining of the earth's veins...
In short, there is a fortress-like building located in the center of the crevice, and there is still some distance overhead. Unless someone walks down to the bottom of the cliff, they would never be able to see the magnificent mechanical city hidden in the darkness.
Strangely enough, perhaps due to the abundant moisture or the black fog produced by the burning coal and oil of the train, the underground city was shrouded in dark clouds, which obscured the view. Unless viewed from a specific angle, through a particular mountain pass or a bend in the ground, the average person would not be able to discover that this was an all-metal underground fortress.
The goblin's creations weren't very refined, and the air reeked of engine oil...
As Lorraine hesitated, she noticed the expectant look in Kaz's eyes. His eagerness, humble demeanor, and overtly respectful manner practically screamed scheming...
Lorraine was absolutely certain that he couldn't bring this kid into the city!
Having him in hand is a good thing, as it makes one hesitant to harm others.
Looking back, the three Night Elf Druid captives were also a problem.
"Sigh, infiltration...disguise, that's definitely my weakest point... If only Teacher were here. What should I do? For Lilith, for Teacher, for myself, I have to brave any danger... Come on, Lorraine. You can do it..."
Lorraine gritted his teeth inwardly. He didn't even realize that the words he was muttering to himself, the phrase "a den of dragons and tigers" that had slipped out of his mouth, were completely out of place in this world. They belonged to the tone of that teacher who had long since lost his voice...