I was a lord farming, how did I become an emperor?

Chapter 243 Sejuani's Needs

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After licking the dragon's blood, the giant wolves all lay down in a corner and fell asleep, their bodies radiating obvious magical energy.

The Steppenwolf originally had no mutation path. The Giant Wolf Potion used the blood of the White Wolf, while the blood of the White Dragon also matched their elemental orientation.

These giant wolves didn't eat much; the dragon blood scattered on the ground was still at least half gone.

Rod pondered, realizing that if all else failed, he would have to take all the soil with him.

At this moment, a guard came over, bowed, and reported, "My lord, Chief Sejuani of the Ice Clan has arrived."

Rhodes looked up and saw Sejuani waiting in the distance, carrying two leather bags.

"Okay, let her come over."

Rhodes nodded.

Sejuani charged with great ferocity, killing many lizardmen.

"Yes, Lord Lord."

After bowing, the guard turned and invited Sejuani over.

"Honorable Lord of Blackpine Ridge, Dragon Slayer, Baron Rhodes, thank you for helping me wipe out the Bloodscale Tribe and avenge my people."

Sejuani put down the two leather bags, pounded her right fist on her chest, and solemnly bowed deeply to Rhodes.

"Many thanks."

Sejuani stood up and explained to the two large leather bags beside her, "These contain some herbs and magical beast hides that the Ice Clan has accumulated over the years. They should be worth some money to you humans. This is my way of thanking you."

"We, the Ice and Snow Clan, will never forget hatred, nor will we forget kindness."

Sejuani didn't care whether Rhodes accepted it or not, and instead opened her hand and placed a beast tooth pendant in Rhodes' hand.

Then Sejuani patted her ample bosom, "If you ever need me, you can take this with you and have someone send me a message."

Rhodes glanced at the two leather bags, then at the animal teeth, and stared at Sejuani, asking,
"You want to leave?"

"Okay, the lizardmen are all gone. I'm going back to where I was before."

Sejuani sighed, a hint of disappointment on her face, her smile tinged with confusion and helplessness.

Rhode could probably sense that the hatred stemming from the massacre of her clan fueled Sejuani's clear goals.

Now that the revenge is over, the pain and loneliness of losing his people are suddenly apparent.

Rod pondered for a moment and asked, "Are you going back to your original place alone again?"

Sejuani nodded, then shook her head.
"Not really, because I have Snow White with me."

"Snow White?"

Rod was clearly taken aback.

They thought it was snow falling from the sky, until Sejuani pointed behind them to the giant wild boar that was staring at the white dragon and drooling.

"Oh."

Rod looked at Bai Xue, paused, and said, "Bai Xue can eat over a hundred pounds of food in one meal, right?"

"If you let it eat whatever it wants, it'll be fine."

Sejuani, hands on her hips, said helplessly, "It won't starve if it eats less."

"There's something magical about Warcraft."

Rod echoed, then changed the subject.
"It would be good if you went back to live where you used to, but people always need the company of their own kind."

"Although you have Snow White by your side, there are many things it can't help you with."

Rhodes looked at Sejuani and said slowly:
"But Snow is ultimately an animal."

"It will have its own mate later, and when they are all together, you will be even more lonely."

Are there other ice and snow tribes in these icy mountain ranges?

Rod tentatively asked, "Perhaps you could ask them to come along?"

"If they are unwilling to submit to you, I can help you conquer them."

"Our tribe is the only one in the Icefield Mountains."

Sejuani said helplessly, "We don't have as many as the Lizardmen."

"Even if you go back, back to the original place, you will not be able to rebuild the Ice Clan."

Rhodes casually suggested, "Then you might as well stay here."

"Stay at Black Pine Ridge."

Rhodes glanced at the snow rabbit man grooming his fur in the distance.
“I see that you and Kyle have gotten along very well these past few days and you can talk to each other quite a bit.”

“There are many snow hare people and yak people in my territory. You should be able to become friends with them.”

"this."

Sejuani hesitated, seemingly wavering upon hearing Rhodes' words.

Looking at her expression, Rhodes continued,
"If you stay in Black Pine Ridge, you don't need to do anything; you can just live a peaceful life."

"I can provide the food that your Snow White usually eats."

"If you're willing to help, I can find some things for you to do."

"You are free to do as you please if you do not wish to."

Sejuani is, after all, the leader of the Snow Clan, and her combat prowess is beyond question.

Rhodes was certain that, apart from himself, no one in Blackpine Ridge could rival Sejuani.

Even Durant wouldn't work.

Even if such a person doesn't help him, Rhodes doesn't want her wandering around outside.

If someone else recruits me, wouldn't that be a huge loss?

However, being too direct in recruiting might offend this alien race, so Rhodes chose to persuade him gradually.

Sejuani hesitated for a moment, then looked up at Rhodes solemnly.

"Actually, I still want to rebuild the Ice and Snow Tribe."

"Ah."

Rod smiled and nodded. "I understand how you feel."

"But your tribe is down to just you... how will you rebuild it?"

Rhodes joked, "Do you want to create your own ice and snow tribe?"

After Rhodes finished speaking, Sejuani remained silent.

She stared blankly at Rod.

Rhodes saw determination in Sejuani's eyes, and his eyes widened involuntarily.

Good grief, you really think so?
Rhodes couldn't help but marvel at how bold and direct these alien races were.

"If that's really what you think, then that's fine too."

Rhodes admired Sejuani and suggested without hesitation, "Then you should stay in Blackpine Ridge and find a strong man in my territory to help you."

"I can also provide you with ample assistance during your childbirth and send people to take care of you."

"The healers of the Icefield Mountains are definitely not as good as those of Black Pine Ridge."

Rod said confidently.

Sejuani nodded slightly, said nothing, and continued to stare at Rhodes.

"Ok?"

Rhodes sensed something else in her gaze, and a chill ran down his spine, as if he were being watched by a hunter.

But Rhodes had not yet sensed any murderous intent or danger.

Rhodes was puzzled.
"Sejuani, you can say whatever you want to say."

“I think you’re the best fit,” Sejuani said.

"Appropriate for what?"

"According to the custom of the Ice and Snow Tribe, the strongest man should be paired with the strongest woman."

Sejuani said without hesitation, "Without a doubt, the two of us are the strongest right now, and you are the most suitable to be my man."

Sejuani's words immediately drew the attention of those around her, and all eyes turned to her.

This was the first time Rhodes had ever heard such direct words.

However, this does align with the customs of the Ice and Snow Tribe.

"That won't do; you can't be the wife of Black Pine Ridge."

Rhodes shook his head and said bluntly, "Although there has been no ceremony yet, Black Pine Ridge already has its mistress."

"I don't need to be Mrs. Black Pine Ridge."

Sejuani seemed to have anticipated everything. "I only want you to be the father of my child."

“If you have my child, it won’t affect your relationship with Miss Avril.”

"puff!"

Vivian, who was standing to the side, suddenly lost her voice, her face full of disbelief.

Rhodes stared at Sejuani in disbelief. "Is this also a custom of the Snow Clan?"

"No, but I'm willing to do it for the Ice Clan."

Sejuani's face was serious.
"You slaughtered the Lizardmen, and you owe the Ice Clan an immense debt of gratitude."

"With the Icefield Mountains under your rule, you and my child will be able to rule the Ice and Snow Clan."

"Your child with Miss Avril will rule the territory of the Northern Wastes. The brothers will cooperate and live in harmony without any conflict."

"If the child you have does not awaken the bloodline of the Ice Clan, then he/she can stay with you."

"If his Ice Clan bloodline awakens, then he should stay with the Ice Clan."

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Sejuani rattled off her various plans like beans spilling out.

This made Rhodes look at Sejuani with new respect.

Who says that all alien races are muscular and brainless?
Sejuani has thought things through very clearly now.

Moreover, this is a long-term plan that will last for centuries.

"Wait, does that mean my child's surname will have to be changed to Frost?"

Rhodes reacted suddenly and refused without hesitation: "That won't do."

For Rhodes

Even illegitimate children must take their own surname.

Rhodes' words made Sejuani frown and begin to struggle.

"I understand what you mean."

Sejuani lowered her head and murmured, then hesitated for a long time before raising her head.
“I can take a step back and let Frost be added to the middle of the name.”

The world's traditional naming system consists of a given name and a surname.

What's added in the middle is often an honorary title, a knight's title, a name of achievement, or a branch name.

According to Sejuani's wishes, her future child with Rhodes will be named Frost Tulip.

"In that case, it's not entirely impossible..."

Rhodes was thinking seriously.

That way, even if Sejuani does rebuild the Snow Clan in the future, it will be under her rule. And so on.

Rhodes suddenly realized how he had been drawn into Sejuani's rhythm.
“No, Chief Sejuani, this shouldn’t be the case.”

Rhodes shook his head. "We've only known each other for a few days, we're not familiar with each other... that's not what I meant."

Rod's mind raced, and after a moment's thought, he said...
“Even choosing an ally requires careful consideration, let alone the request you've made to choose a mother for my child.”

"How about this, give me some time to think about it, and you can stay at Black Pine Ridge for now."

Rhodes decided to keep Sejuani calm for now.

Once she gets used to life in Black Pine Ridge, she will no longer want to return to the Icefield Mountains to live alone.

“You’re right, Lord Rhodes.”

Sejuani nodded seriously, then raised her hand and pounded her chest.

“Then I will stay in Black Pine Ridge and prove to you that I am qualified to be the mother of your child.”

Sejuani's expression lacked any feminine softness; she seemed to be facing a challenge, her eyes more like those of a hunter.

This reminded Rod of a documentary he had seen in his previous life—primitive people would knock out their chosen mate with a stick and drag them away.

Rhodes had already made up his mind after seeing Sejuani's boar-like appearance.

The final bargaining chip was to exchange a small amount of white dragon blood for the promise that Sejuani and her boars would remain in Blackpine Ridge to serve him.

But Rod didn't expect that the other party was actually targeting him.

Rhodes was at a loss for words.

Fortunately, Sejuani didn't feel embarrassed and said directly, "Our Ice Clan has some property, which we will give to you as a gift. Send a few people with me to collect it later."

"Ah good."

Rhodes nodded somewhat blankly, looking like he wanted to scratch his head.

Sejuani nodded and turned to leave.

Rhodes hesitated for a moment, then waved his hand, "Wait a minute."

“It’s quite difficult to collect the dragon blood that the white dragon spilled over there. Perhaps Bai Xue could lick some of it, which should be beneficial to him.”

"Okay, thank you."

Sejuani stared at Rhodes, a smile playing on her lips.

She immediately turned around and shouted to Bai Xue, "Did you hear me? Go!"

Bai Xue didn't care about any agreement. Upon hearing the order, she mustered all her strength and rushed towards the pool of dragon blood on the ground!

"Hum..."

With a series of rapid groans, Bai Xue frantically gnawed at the ground, stuffing all sorts of dirt and gravel into her mouth!
The Winter Boar is a true magical beast, controlling the element of frost and able to control its consumption.

When she had almost finished eating, Bai Xue stopped eating on her own, lay down on the open space next to her with her mouth full of mud, and closed her eyes.

Sejuani stroked the snow a few times, then led the patrol she had previously worked with to move the Snow Clan's property.

Rhodes couldn't help but cover his forehead, his expression extremely complicated.

Vivian giggled beside her.

"What are you laughing laughing?"

Rod pinched Vivian's cheek. "People are coming to our door to snatch it, and you're still laughing? There's nothing for you?"

"I can't beat her!"

Vivian shrugged, her gaze falling on the sleeping wild boar. "One charge from that guy and I'm gone."

Rod released his grip and turned to look at Snow White.

indeed.

After consuming the dragon blood, I estimate I'll become even stronger.

As Rhodes was pondering, the figure of the white wolf appeared not far away.

Before the guards could report, Rhodes waved to the white wolf.

The white wolf walked up to Rhodes, his eyes hesitant.
“Baron Rhodes, I have a request.”

The white wolf's sudden politeness made Rhodes feel somewhat uncomfortable.

"What is it? Tell me, and I'll do my best to help as long as it's within my power."

"I want that spilled dragon blood too..."

The white wolf stuck out its tongue in acknowledgment.

"what?"

Rhodes instinctively shook his head. "You should just forget about it..."

As soon as he finished speaking, White Wolf froze. "Alright then."

After saying this, the white wolf lowered his head, turned around, and prepared to leave.

"Wait until I finish speaking."

Rod quickly called out to the white wolf, "What I mean is, you're supposed to be the wolf king who leads the pack, how can you be licking the dirt?"

"After I've dealt with the white dragon, I'll give you clean dragon blood!"

Rhodes walked up to the white wolf and lowered his voice.

"You were once royalty, after all. Even if you don't use a silver cup, you can't be eating dirt!"

"Sorry, I misunderstood."

The white wolf turned around and couldn't help but grin slightly.

Rod smiled and held out his hand. "It's alright, just make me a cushion."

Before the white wolf could react, Rhodes quickly grabbed a tuft of fur.

The white wolf immediately retreated several steps in fear, exclaiming, "No, the Icefield Mountains are too cold!"

"It's alright, I'll give you a frost resistance potion."

Rod said this and started walking forward.

White Wolf quickly retreated, "Wait, I have something important to say."

"Oh."

Rhodes stopped. "You speak."

"I'll just lick up the rest; a little bit of dirt is nothing."

The white wolf looked at Rhodes and pleaded, "Could you give the dragon blood you gave me to Ruma and my child?"

"They...can't eat much, can they?"

Rhodes said, "White Wolf, you are my most important partner, you don't need to be so polite."

The White Wolf's status in Black Pine Ridge is self-evident, no less than that of Frost and Thunder.

Rhodes was naturally willing to spend money on materials.

Without the White Wolf, the Wolf Riders could not have been formed at all.

"Dragon blood is extremely precious, and this is another ancient dragon."

The white wolf glanced at the dragon blood on the ground. "Although the long years have caused this dragon to lose a lot of its magic, it is still extremely rare..."

"I know, I wouldn't have wasted it anyway."

Rhodes sighed helplessly; the white wolf was even more frugal than him, afraid of wasting even the smallest bit of his time.

"But if you're willing to eat the lick, then go ahead."

Rod gestured for him to proceed.

The white wolf nodded, slowly walked towards the dragon blood on the ground, and began to lick it everywhere.

The white wolf is stronger than the wild boar in winter and eats much more.

Rhodes didn't ask any further questions and turned to Vivian, asking, "Has your sister found all the dragon blood-related potions?"

"Ah."

Vivian nodded. "However, there are only two recipes, one for enhancing vitality and strength. The others require more advanced auxiliary materials."

"Then let's prepare the materials for the potion to enhance vitality first."

Rodder quickly replenished the missing vitality.

"Also, have Avril write to Mansh: I need slaves, send as many as you can."

"Tell Lawrence to buy everything he can."

With the lizardmen eliminated, Razorfen Downs and Icecrown Valley are temporarily free of major threats, allowing Rhodes to focus on development.

The lizardmen corpses and the various animal hides and herbs seized were of little value to Rhodes; they could all be sold, converted into population, and then into productivity and combat power.

"Ah."

Vivian immediately closed her eyes and memorized Rod's words so that Avril could see them clearly.

Rhodes pondered future plans, while Durant led the scouting team back to camp.

Durant didn't stop, and ran over while still holding the sword.

Without needing to announce himself, Durant approached Rod and bowed.

Before he could speak, Rhodes raised his hand to interrupt him.

"You're back just in time, Durant."

Rhodes ordered, "Send men to find all the alien races around the Icefield Mountains and tell them this is my territory."

"Those who are willing to join Frostleaf Town are welcome, and those who are not willing to join will all be sold to the imperial nobles to live a good life."

The Black Pine Ridge army had worked so hard to wipe out the lizardmen and restore peace to the Icefield Mountains; they couldn't leave empty-handed.

I don't have the habit of eating other races, but at the very least, the land of the Icefield Mountains should belong to me.

"Also, find all the magical beasts here and treat them the same as the alien races."

"Rest assured, Your Excellency."

A confident smile appeared on Durant's face. "I've already had the patrol team mark these things, and we can take action anytime."

"I won't give specific instructions. Let Gunle handle it, so he won't complain about being bored every day."

Rod paused, then lowered his voice and added,
“Let Sejuani go too, she’s working for us now.”

Durant was visibly taken aback, then nodded. "Sejuani knows this place well, she'll definitely do a better job."

"But will she follow my orders?"

"It's alright, just give me instructions."

Rod didn't want Durant to continue asking questions, so he changed the subject.
What did you learn?

“Extraordinary gem, Your Excellency.”

Durant pulled a leather bag from his pocket and emptied its contents into his hand.

"I don't recognize the three blue ones, but the green one is probably the Life Gem you need."

"This is good."

Rhodes's face lit up with joy, and he immediately picked up the green extraordinary gem.
"It is indeed the Gem of Life."

Without any hesitation, Rhode gripped the Life Gem tightly and began to absorb it silently.

A warm current immediately flowed into his body, causing Rhodes to let out a long sigh of relief.

It has finally regained some vitality.

(End of this chapter)