Zither Emperor Chapter 296 Chapter 88 Goblin Laboratory Part 1_1

296: Chapter 88 Goblin Laboratory (Part 1)_1 296: Chapter 88 Goblin Laboratory (Part 1)_1 Luzi said, “Of course not.

Apart from children, the elderly and the infirm, most of the goblins are in the lab.

For us, there is nothing more enjoyable than research.

Studying various types of machinery is our greatest hobby, even if we are unable to make them a reality.”

Ye Yinzhu asked with curiosity, “Where is your lab?

It must be quite large, being able to acmodate most of your tribe’s goblins for research.”

“Of course.

You’ll see when you follow me.” Luzi quickened his pace significantly.

The four people walked into the tribe, and under his guidance, they soon arrived at a goblin courtyard.

Luzi pushed the door open, “Wele, this is my home.”

The spacious courtyard didn’t have any extra items around, and before Ye Yinzhu and Zi could inspect their surroundings, they were surprised to notice the center of the courtyard beginning to sink, identical to the descending stone wall they experienced before.

Underground?

Both Ye Yinzhu and Zi concurrently thought about the location of the goblin lab.

Exactly, the goblin lab was located underground, serving as the goblins’ ultimate refuge.

The courtyard descended about a hundred meters before it came to a halt.

When Luzi reopened the courtyard door, they had already arrived somewhere else.

The room only had a three-meter-high ceiling, much more oppressive than above.

In front of them stretched a long passage, and visible under the light were numerous branches on both sides of the main passage, resembling a giant labyrinth.

“Stay close to me, otherwise you’ll lose your way.

It would be a disaster if you accidentally triggered a trap.” Luzi cautioned them before leading the group further along the main passage.

Noises echoed throughout the passage, and the strange sounds emanating from the various machinery were quite disforting.

As they walked, Luzi explained, “Each branch of this tunnel leads to a different goblin lab.

The results of all lab experiments are tested by our tribal elder council.

If it passes the test, it’ll bee a product of experiment with documentation, so that when necessary, or when we have the capability, we can construct it.”

Ye Yinzhu asked, “I’m curious, how were you able to achieve such a monumental feat of constructing this goblin cave so swiftly?

Not to mention this underground world, even the goblin city inside the mountain – it couldn’t possibly have been constructed in just a day or two.

Especially considering the integration of mechanical structures.”

Luzi responded, “Indeed, the construction was challenging.

However, it wasn’t impossible for us ingenious goblins.

Our tribe consists of about 7,000 individuals and if our calculations are correct, we should be the largest goblin tribe remaining on the Ryuzakinus Continent.

Therefore, we hold the highest accumulation of wisdom.

True, we goblins are physically weak and incapable of constructing such a cavern with our own strength.

However, we possess a technological prowess unrivaled by any other species.

Leveraging technology, we pleted this miraculous feat.”

Ye Yinzhu was somewhat puzzled, since he still did not clearly understand how exactly the goblins managed to achieve this – the term ‘technology’ was just too broad.

Anya, standing aside, added, “The construction was pleted with the help of a special machine called the Goblin Ripper.

You can think of it as a mechanical magical beast.

Created with magic crystal stones and rare metals, although the Goblin Ripper isn’t a formidable warrior, it can pensate for the goblins’ physical weakness.”

Goblin Ripper?

That was a pletely new term.

Ever since they met the goblins, too many surprises had been sprung upon Ye Yinzhu and Zi.

Luzi didn’t lead them into any of the branching passages, but continued straight ahead.

After walking about three hundred meters, they came across a huge iron door.

Luzi pressed and pulled a few knobs on the door.

Soon after, the door swung open amidst pleasant mechanical noises.

“Please, e in.”

Inside was a spacious room, about five hundred square meters in size.

The room was lined with large bookshelves on both sides, with a big table occupying the center.

An elderly goblin was sitting there, engrossed in something, seemingly oblivious to Luzi and the others’ arrival.

“Elder Guru.

We have guests,” Luzi announced respectfully.

The elderly goblin seemed white-locked, but in terms of appearance, there wasn’t much difference between him and Luzi.

He was wearing glasses supported by both his ears and nose, a sight Ye Yinzhu was familiar with.

Among the nobles of the Milan Empire, many would make glasses out of gemstones to shield from the glaring sunlight.

However, most of their glasses were coloured gemstones, whereas the glasses Elder Guru wore were made from transparent crystal plates.

Elder Guru put down the book in his hand, adjusted his glasses, and looked at the three people in front of him, “Oh, it’s Miss Anya gracing us with her presence.

And you have brought two human friends?

Please sit down.”

As he spoke, he put down his book and walked out from behind his desk.

He appeared even shorter than Luzi, but judging from everything they had seen so far, Ye Yinzhu and Zi dared not underestimate this small goblin.

Ye Yinzhu and Zi did not sit down, as the goblin’s chairs were way too small for them, and it would be terrible if they were to break them.

Anya smiled and said, “Hello, honorable Elder Guru.

Please forgive our impromptu visit.”

Guru looked up at Anya, somewhat awkwardly, and said, “Miss Anya, you don’t have to be so formal.

Have you considered our proposal from last time?”

Anya said, “In fact, it’s because of your proposal that I brought these two friends here.

After all, Burna Mountain Range does not belong to me.

Let me introduce you.

This is the Lord of Qin City, also the owner of Burna Mountain Range, Viscount Ye Yinzhu from the Milan Empire.”

Elder Guru’s gaze fell on Ye Yinzhu, “Greetings, honored Lord of Qin City.”

For some reason, Ye Yinzhu picked up a hint of concern in the Elder’s voice.

His heart stirred, and he had an inkling of what was going on.

He smiled mildly and said, “Hello, Elder Guru.

I’m delighted to be here in this world of goblins.

Although I don’t know what Sister Anya’s proposed partnership is about, I can assure you that even if we don’t create any alliance, I won’t disrupt the peaceful life of your goblin tribe.” Goblins seemed to be a timid breed, and what Elder Guru most likely worried about was whether he, as the Lord of Qin City, might spell doom for them.

So, Ye Yinzhu started off by clarifying that he would not pose a threat to the goblins.

Elder Guru’s eyes sparkled, “No wonder you caught Miss Anya’s eye.

Honorable Lord of Qin City, your forthrightness and magnanimity are very reassuring.”

Hearing his words about catching Anya’s eye, Anya couldn’t help but blush, while Ye Yinzhu, being somewhat slow on the uptake, had no particular reaction.

He said, “Elder Guru, may I ask what kind of partnership you wish to form with Sister Anya?”

Guru waved at Luzi, who obediently bowed out.

The heavy door, one meter thick, slowly closed amid the whirring sound of machinery.

Guru went back to his desk and said, “When Miss Anya planted the Tree of Life in Qin City, we felt its enormous vitality.

Our goblin tribe is an ancient one, but in our long history, there have only been two races we truly regarded as friends.

One is the dwarves who enjoy our fine wines, and the other is the elves who love peace and never bully us.

When we sensed the presence of our old friends, we immediately contacted Miss Anya.

It was a sigh of relief to learn that she came to help you, my Lord, to develop Qin City and Burna Mountain Range.

I believe our elven friends would never harm us.

Moreover, I trust Miss Anya’s judgment.

Since she has chosen to assist you, my Lord, I am sure you must be a kind person.”

Ye Yinzhu replied, “Elder, there’s no need to be formal.

You’re the elder here.

You can call me by my first name.”

Guru said, “Despite living here for many years, we are now part of your domain.

We ought to show respect to you, my Lord.

It seems Miss Anya has not yet shared with you our proposed collaboration.”

From the side, Anya nodded and said, “I naturally couldn’t divulge the secrets of the goblin tribe without your approval, Elder.”

Respect from the others seemed to make Elder Guru’s smile even warmer, “Thank you, Miss Anya.

The fact is, my Lord, our greatest wish as goblins is to see our research efforts bee a reality.

After years of study, we have amassed valuable technical knowledge.

Now, given that Miss Anya is developing both Qin City and Burna Mountain Range, we would like to offer our technical help.

In return, we hope to secure your guarantee that we goblins will always have this mountain as our home.

What do you say, my Lord?”

Goblin technology versus the residential rights to a mountain – even a fool would know which is more precious.

Ye Yinzhu was no fool, and he was struck with awe and wonder at his fortunate circumstances.

It was his good luck to have met Anya, and it was because of her that they had won the goblins’ trust.

Otherwise, even if he were to live in Qin City for decades, he might never discover the existence of these goblins!

Ye Yinzhu said sincerely, “Of course I agree to your proposal.

You are the original inhabitants of this place, and it would never be right to disturb the goblins’ life, whether or not your tribe helps us build Qin City.”

Elder Guru said, “My Lord, don’t be too hasty in your agreement.

I need to clarify that we goblins are only offering technological assistance, not any manpower or material resources.

Those things will be your responsibility.

It’s crucial we establish this now so that we can collaborate better in the future.”(To be continued.

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