My mom is waiting for treatment, and you're summoning me to be a hero?

"Young Lin, the list is ready. Most of the auxiliary medicines and a few main medicines are relatively common. You can send a message to Aotemu and ask him to use his trade routes and financial resources to collect them. It shouldn't be a problem."

As Liu Yishou spoke, he moved his finger to the last few lines of the list.

The names of several medicinal herbs are highlighted in red.

The handwriting appeared even more solemn.

"However, some of these medicinal herbs are rare, and it is difficult to procure them in a short time through ordinary channels, and the quality is hard to guarantee."

Lin Mo frowned slightly as he looked at the names of the medicinal herbs.

There are quite a few rare medicinal herbs. Are we supposed to search for them one by one?

Seemingly sensing Lin Mo's thoughts, Liu Yishou continued.

"Are you planning to go to Beijing next?"

Lin Mo nodded.

Seeing this, Liu Yishou continued.

"That's convenient. On your way to the capital, you'll pass through Orl City. This city is backed by the Emerald Mountains, has a unique climate and fertile soil, and has many rare medicinal herbs. Only there can you find a stable source or trading channel for them."

As he spoke, a hint of reminiscence appeared on his face.

"Moreover, the current city lord of Orl City studied alchemy with me for a period of time when he was young, and can be considered my disciple. Although he later pursued an official career, he still respects me. When you arrive in Orl City, go directly to the city lord's mansion and mention my name. He should give me face."

Lin Mo breathed a sigh of relief; if that was the case, then things were alright.

He took the list, quickly glanced at it, and memorized the names and characteristics of the herbs circled in red.

He solemnly put away the parchment and bowed to Liu with one hand.

"Understood. Thank you, Master Liu. Without further ado, I'll set off immediately."

There were no unnecessary farewells or pleasantries.

Lin Mo turned and walked towards Xiao Hong, who was idly licking a plate by the door.

"Let's go, to Orl City."

Upon hearing the call, Xiao Hong immediately perked up.

He shook his head and stood up, a hint of excitement flashing in his blood-red eyes.

Lin Mo flipped over and mounted Xiao Hong's back, the feel of which was more stable and firm than he had imagined.

Mianmian immediately jumped onto his shoulder and grabbed him tightly.

Yin Xue looked disappointed.

"I'd like to rest for a few more days."

Lin Mo grabbed her by the back of the neck and lifted her up.

"Don't worry, you'll definitely be treated well in the capital."

Yin Xue pouted: "You said the same thing last time."

Lin Mo scratched his head awkwardly.

Then he squeezed his crotch tightly.

"Hissing sound—!"

Little Red let out a clear, melodious cry.

A burst of thick, bloody light suddenly erupted beneath the four hooves!

There was no running start, and no acceleration process.

The donkey instantly transformed into a blurry red streak of light and "whoosh" rushed out of the church door.

It moved so fast that it left only a slowly spreading ripple in the air and a few fallen leaves stirred up by the air blast!

The soldiers who remained outside the church only felt a blur before their eyes.

A gust of wind blew by, and when they looked again, there was no trace of Lin Mo or the strange donkey.

Only in the distance, on the horizon, did a faint red line flash by and disappear into the clouds.

……

The journey between Ash Fortress and Or City would take at least three days for a regular caravan or army.

But under Little Red's hooves, this distance seemed to be infinitely shortened.

Lin Mo only felt the surrounding scenery rushing backward, stretching, and blurring at an incredible speed.

The wind whistled in her ears, but it was greatly reduced by the faint blood-red light barrier around Xiao Hong.

It doesn't seem unbearable.

He even had time to look down at the land rushing past below.

Forests, rivers, villages, wilderness... were swept past quickly.

It only took a few tens of minutes.

On the horizon ahead, the outline of a city surrounded by lush greenery quickly magnified and became clear.

Orl.

"That's incredibly fast!"

Lin Mo rode on Xiao Hong's back and sighed.

Even though I was mentally prepared, I didn't expect it to happen so quickly.

If that's the case, why bother using teleportation arrays to deliver medicine in the future? Why not just have Xiao Hong transport it directly?

Seemingly sensing Lin Mo's thoughts, Yin Xue shrugged.

"Xiao Hong's normal speed can actually shorten a three-day journey to one day at most. The reason she is so fast is because she used a skill."

"Skill?"

"Yes, the Overlimit Speed ​​can greatly increase speed for a short period of time, but the cooldown time is as long as three days, and it consumes a lot of resources."

Hearing Yin Xue's explanation, Lin Mo understood.

Turning to look at Xiao Hong, she was indeed so tired that her tongue was sticking out, and she was covered in sweat that looked like blood.

Lin Mo stroked Xiao Hong's mane, realizing that he had indeed oversimplified things.

If it's released too frequently, this red donkey will probably be exhausted to death.

Thinking this, Lin Mo turned to look at the distant city of Orl.

Unlike the cold, hard military fortress-like Ash Fortress, Mingbei City is bustling with commercial activity.

The first impression of Orl is one of tranquility and vitality.

It is backed by a towering, massive mountain range.

That was the Emerald Mountains, a region in the western border of the Holy Ancient Empire renowned for its medicinal herbs.

Starting from the mountainside, countless neat medicinal herb fields, resembling green terraces, have been cultivated.

You can smell the fresh scent in the air from afar.

The city itself is not particularly magnificent.

The city wall seems to prioritize aesthetics and integration with the environment, covered in lush green vines and blooming with small flowers.

The city walls are surrounded by large, well-planned farmlands and orchards.

In the fields, many farmers and women dressed in simple clothes are working.

What caught Lin Mo's attention even more was the people here.

Whether it's a farmer working in the fields.

Pedestrians entering and exiting the city gate.

There were still a few guards patrolling the city walls.

Almost everyone wore a peaceful, contented, and joyful smile.

Even the soldiers checking people at the city gate were unusually gentle and polite.

"Huh? This place... is interesting."

Yin Xue sat between Xiao Hong's ears, his blood-red eyes curiously looking down.

"Everyone's so happy? I've lived for so many years, seen countless wars, famines, and oppressions, but a city like this, a veritable paradise, is truly rare. Is it because the medicinal herbs here are exceptionally nourishing, or is it the city lord's skillful governance?"

Guided by Lin Mo's thoughts, Xiao Hong reduced her speed and altitude.

Like any ordinary flying mount, it landed in a secluded woodland on the outskirts of Orl without causing much of a commotion.

After all, in this land of medicinal herbs, it's not too unusual for adventurers or merchants to occasionally hire flying mounts to come and purchase them.

Lin Mo, holding Xiao Hong's hand, led Mianmian and Yin Xue towards the city gate.

The check at the city gate was indeed very simple.

The soldier simply smiled, inquired about the purpose of their visit, glanced at Xiao Hong, and then politely let them pass.

He even kindly pointed out the directions of several large medicinal herb markets in the city.

Stepping into the city of Orl, the atmosphere of harmony and tranquility became even more pronounced.

The streets are clean and tidy, lined with shops on both sides, mostly herbal medicine shops, alchemy workshops or related industries.

Pedestrians come and go in an endless stream, but in an orderly manner, with no loud noises or arguments.

Everyone wore a similar smile.

People greet each other with friendly nods, and children play on the street, their laughter ringing out.

The air was filled with a delightful aroma of mixed herbs, and the sunlight seemed exceptionally bright.

Everything seemed so wonderful.

It was so beautiful...it was even a little eerie.

Lin Mo frowned slightly.

Having experienced too much killing, conspiracy, and cruelty, he instinctively developed a subtle wariness towards this kind of "perfection" without any shadows.

Yin Xue also dropped his joking expression, his blood-red eyes narrowed slightly, and his small nose twitched gently, as if he were catching some subtle, imperceptible scent in the air.

"It's too clean..."

Yin Xue muttered in a voice that only Lin Mo could hear.

"You can barely detect any negative emotion. That's not normal."

Even in the most peaceful places, there will be worries, anxieties, and occasional anger...

But here, I feel completely isolated from these negative emotions.

Lin Mo did not respond, but he quickened his pace.

Instead of following the soldier's directions to the medicinal herb market, he went straight to the city center.

We walked toward the city lord's mansion, which didn't look particularly luxurious.

Whether the harmony in this city is real or fake is irrelevant to me.

His goal for this trip was clear: to find the city lord and obtain the medicinal herbs.

As for the rest, as long as they don't block his way, they are none of his business.

Lin Mo, dressed in a black robe, with a spider perched on his shoulder, a miniature elf on his head, and leading a red donkey, walked among the crowd.

Although it attracted some curious glances, those glances were only friendly curiosity, without any fear or rejection.

Soon, the city lord's mansion, surrounded by meticulously trimmed flowers and trees, appeared at the end of the street.