When Qin Hao opened his eyes, his mind was still buzzing.
After three days of travel, he was a nobleman for three days, and now he is going to be exiled?
What the hell is this!
"Field Ezera!"
A majestic voice exploded in the hall, and Qin Hao—no, now it has to be called Field—looked up at the middle-aged man sitting on the high platform.
This is his cheap father in this body, His Excellency Count Ezera.
Standard Western fantasy aristocratic appearance: blond hair and blue eyes, a clean-shaven chin, wearing a gorgeous dark blue dress. If it weren't for the scattered eyes, it would look quite majestic.
But Qin Hao knew that this father was now completely confused by the pillow wind.
"Father." Field stood up, his voice terribly calm.
The Count frowned, as if he was always uncomfortable with this black-haired and black-eyed eldest son.
"Given your territorial management... The family council decides—"
"Let me say it directly, my dear."
A greasy and greasy female voice interrupted the count's words.
Field looked sideways and saw a bewitching red-haired woman walking out the side door. This is the current countess, Alicia Ezera, who is his young and beautiful stepmother.
Typical succubus appearance: red lips like blood, waist as thin as a snake, and the career line on the chest is so deep that it can pinch people to death. Wearing a tight red dress, every step is interpreting what it means to be "full of style".
"Field~" Alicia walked up to the Count and naturally put a hand on his shoulder, "You are also eighteen years old, it's time to take charge." "
Field sneered in his heart.
Here it comes, it's starting!
As soon as this woman opened her mouth, she got a full score in tea art, and she was the kind who cared about actually digging a hole on the surface.
"So the family decided to give you the night collar!" Alicia smiled like a flower, "That's a vast land~ Although the conditions are a little difficult, it's just right to exercise your ability!" "
A little bit?
Field almost burst out laughing on the spot.
Night Collar, a place known as "purgatory on earth", where magical beasts are rampant, the land is barren, and even weeds do not like to grow. The previous lord went crazy after holding out there for three months, and now he is still counting ants in the madhouse.
Is this called "a little bit" hardship?
"I refuse." Field said lightly.
The hall instantly fell silent.
Alicia blinked, seemingly surprised: "Refusal? My dear, this is the family's decision~"
"The family's decision?" Field looked at the Count, "Father, do you really agree?" "
The count opened his mouth, but his eyes had already drifted to Alicia.
Qin Hao understood instantly.
This cheap dad has been completely carried away by beauty, and now he is basically a puppet. It is estimated that even what to eat for dinner has to ask your wife's opinion.
"Field, don't be willful." The count tried to make a majestic expression, but he couldn't hide his guilt, "This is for your own good." "
For my own good?
Field couldn't help but think of the original owner's memory.
This kind and stupid original owner gave up all the resources he deserved to his younger siblings. The result? was treated as a waste, bullied, and finally died of illness in despair.
And now, even if you die, you can't rest in peace, and you have to be exiled to that kind of ghostly place.
"I see." Field nodded, "Because I am an illegitimate child, because I have an oriental face, I deserve to die in the night, right?" "
As soon as these words came out, the atmosphere in the hall instantly became subtle.
Yes, that's the most embarrassing thing about Field in this home.
He was the illegitimate son of an earl and an oriental maid, and in this aristocratic world that prides itself on blood, mulattoes are inferior from birth. What's more, he also inherited his mother's oriental appearance - black hair and black eyes, which made him out of place among a group of blonde family members.
Alicia's smile instantly restrained a little: "Field, you are done with this." We have never discriminated against you because of your origin. "
"Really?" Field asked rhetorically, "Then why did you give me the night collar?" Why not for William or Anna? "
William and Anna are Alicia's biological children and Field's half-siblings.
"William is still young—"
"He's a year younger than me." Field interrupted Alicia, "Anna is only two years younger than me. "
Alicia's face completely darkened: "Field, what the hell do you want to say? "
"What I want to say is simple." Field looked directly at the gorgeous woman, "Since you want me to die, then say it clearly." Why be so hypocritical? "
"Enough!" The Count finally broke out and slapped the armrest, "Field, how can you talk to your mother like this?" "
Mother?
Field almost laughed out loud.
This woman killed his biological mother, and now she wants him to call her mother?
"I'm sorry, my mother is dead." Field's voice was calm, "Killed by someone." "
The entire hall was instantly silent.
Alicia's face was as pale as paper, but she quickly returned to her usual expression: "Field, your mother died of illness, and we are all very sad about this—"
"Really?" Field sneered, "Then why did you move into the master bedroom on the third day after her death?" "
This sentence completely hit Alicia's sore spot.
That's right, when Field's biological mother had just died of illness, Alicia couldn't wait to change from a maid to a countess. This incident is a joke in the entire aristocratic circle.
"This is a digression." Alicia forced her composure, "Now we are discussing the issue of your fief." "
"Then let's discuss." Field shrugged, "But I'm still the same sentence, I refuse." "
"You can't refuse." Alicia's smile completely disappeared, revealing her true face, "This is the family's decision, and it is also a legal arrangement." You are an adult and must have your own territory. "
"Jurisprudence?" Field raised his eyebrows, "Then why did William get a laurel collar when he was eighteen years old?" That's the richest part of our territory. "
Laurel collar, the pearl of the Ezera family, has fertile land, developed trade routes, and an annual income of at least ten times that of other territories.
"William is the legitimate son—"
"I am also the eldest son of the count." Field interrupted her again, "Although it is an illegitimate child, according to imperial law, illegitimate children also have the right to inherit. "
These words made both the Count and Alicia's faces change.
That's right, according to imperial law, illegitimate children do have the right to inherit, although they are ranked after the legitimate son, but theoretically there is.
"Field, do you want to rebel?" The Count stood up, his voice threatening, "Don't forget, you're still under my roof!" "
Rebel?
Field sneered in his heart, this dog man and woman were really shameless.
Obviously they wanted to kill themselves, but now they are beating them backwards.
"Father, I never thought about fighting for the family business." Field said calmly, "I just want a fair treatment." "
"It's fair to get a night collar!" Alicia suddenly screamed, "You are an illegitimate child, it is already a great gift to be able to share the territory!" What else do you want? "
Finally showed the fox's tail.
Field looked at this usually gentle and virtuous stepmother, but now she was hysterical like a shrew.
"In that case, there is nothing more to say." Field stood up, "I accept the night's collar." "
Alicia and the Count were stunned.
Is this a compromise?
Field turned and walked out the door, stopping as he walked to the door: "By the way, one more thing." "
He looked back at Alicia: "I'll come back alive." At that time, we will settle the score. "
After saying that, Field walked out of the hall without looking back.
Leaving the stepmother and cheap dad looking at each other.
In the corridor, Field breathed a long sigh of relief.
The acting skills are not bad!
Although he looked excited just now, he was actually very calm.
After all, he is not the kind and cowardly original owner.
He is Qin Hao, a social animal who has been working in modern society for more than 20 years. In terms of heart and cheeky, these ancient aristocrats are a little more tender.
What's more, he still has a hole card.
Field reached out and touched his chest, and there was a strange feeling there, as if something was heating up.
During the three days of traveling, in addition to the memories of the original owner, he also discovered a strange thing - a mysterious map.
This map is usually invisible and only comes to mind when he is concentrating. The map is densely marked with various green light points, which look like resource points.
This should be the legendary golden finger, right?
Although I don't know how to use it yet, since it is a plug-in given by the system, it shouldn't be too pitted... Right?
Just as he was thinking, there was a sound of footsteps ahead.
"Yo, isn't this our 'Night Lord'?"
A strange voice sounded, and Field looked up and saw a blonde boy about his age walking over.
William Ezera, his half-brother.
A typical aristocratic young man looks like a blonde boy: blonde hair, delicate features, and slender figure. Wearing a valuable blue silk top, she also had a gemstone brooch pinned to her chest.
At first glance, he is a pampered rich second generation.
"William." Field nodded, ready to go around him.
But William clearly didn't intend to let him leave easily.
"I heard that you are going to the night to get it?" William stood in front of Field, with a schadenfreude smile on his face, "That's a really good place~"
Field stopped: "Really? "
"Of course!" William clapped his hands exaggeratedly, "There are hordes of demonic beasts, the land is barren, and even ghosts don't want to go!" It's simply tailor-made for you! "
Saying that, William walked up to Field and looked him up and down: "Seriously, brother, your appearance is just right for the night." Anyway, there is no one there, so you don't have to worry about scaring others. "
This is a mockery of his Eastern origin.
Field looked at the younger brother expressionlessly.
In the memory of the original owner, William liked to bully him since he was a child. It's not because of any deep hatred, it's purely because it's not pleasing to the eye.
After all, in William's view, Field, a mixed-race illegitimate son, is a disgrace to the family, and he should hide, so why should he still enjoy the treatment of nobles?
"That's right." William seemed to remember something interesting, "Do you know? My laurel collar is developing well now!" Last year's tax revenue alone was 30,000 gold coins! This year it is estimated to reach 50,000! "
Thirty thousand gold coins?
Field sneered in his heart, this kid is showing off his wealth.
You know, the average nobleman's annual expenses are only a few hundred gold coins, and 30,000 gold coins is indeed an astronomical amount.
"And what about your night collar?" William continued, "I heard that the previous lord went crazy for three months! It is said that he is still in the madhouse shouting 'monsters are coming' every day! Hahahaha! "
William laughed as if it were the funniest joke he had ever heard.
Field was still expressionless.
This level of mockery is nothing to him. The workplace in modern society is much more cruel than this, what kind of cynicism has he never seen?
"Enough laughter?" Field asked lightly.
William put away his smile and looked at Field's calm expression, feeling a little unhappy in his heart.
Why can this mixed-race illegitimate son still be so calm? It stands to reason that you should be trembling with fear now!
"Field, what are you pretending?" William was angry, "Or are you already scared?" "
"I didn't pretend." Field said calmly, "I just think that talking to a dead person is meaningless." "
Dead person?
William was stunned for a moment, and then he was furious: "What did you say? Do you dare to curse me? "
"Not a curse." Field looked at William, a cold light flashed in his eyes, "It's a preview." "
This sentence was said lightly, but William felt a chill rush from his spine to his head.
This illegitimate son... When did it become so scary?
But soon, William felt that he was thinking too much.
What kind of waves can a waste who is about to be exiled to the night collar stir up?
"Ha, hard mouth!" William sneered, "But it's okay, soon you won't be able to get hard." "
Saying that, William approached Field, lowered his voice and said, "By the way, I forgot to tell you something." Remember Emily? "
Emily?
Field frowned, searching for the name from the original owner's memory.
Soon, the image of a delicate girl came to mind.
Emily Brown, the daughter of a small aristocrat in the county, is also the girl the original owner has a crush on.
"What's wrong with her?" Field asked.
William's smile became even more cruel: "She died. "
What?
Field's heart was shocked.
"Last winter, I was bitten to death by a wild beast." William said slowly, "I heard that the death was very miserable, and the whole person was torn to pieces." "
Field felt the original owner's emotions fluctuating violently.
The kind boy was deeply in love with Emily and even wanted to marry her.
"But." William suddenly smiled, "Those 'beasts' are really obedient." I just pointed it and they knew who to bite. "
What do you mean?
Field understood instantly.
Emily did not die in an accident, but was intentionally killed by William!
"You..."
"What am I?" William looked at Field triumphantly, "You want to avenge her?" It's a pity, you're going to die in the night soon." When I got underground, I remember to tell her that her death was valuable - at least it made me happy. "
At this moment, Field finally understood what "killing intent" was.
An unprecedented anger surged from the depths of his heart, and the original owner's love for Emily mixed with Qin Hao's hatred for the wicked, forming a terrifying murderous aura.
William was keenly aware of something and instinctively took a step back.
But soon, Field regained his composure.
"I see." He nodded slightly, "Thank you for telling me about this." "
Thank you?
William was a little confused, and this reaction was completely unexpected.
It stands to reason that Field should roar angrily and then rush up to fight him. But what does this calm reaction mean now?
"Aren't you angry?" William asked tentatively.
"Does being angry work?" Field asked rhetorically, "Didn't you say that I will die soon in the Nightfall? "
"This... Yes. William shrugged his shoulders a little bored, "Forget it, it's really boring to care about the dead." "
After saying that, William was ready to leave.
But after taking a few steps, he looked back at Field again: "By the way, it's interesting how Emily begged for mercy before she died." She kept shouting 'help me, Field will come to save me'! "
William laughed and walked away, leaving Field standing alone in the hallway.
In the empty corridor, only Field's steady breathing could be heard.
He didn't growl, he didn't get angry, and even his expression didn't change.
But if someone looks closely, they will find that his fists are already clenched white, and his nails even pierce the palms of his hands, oozing blood beads.
After a long time, Field let go of his fist and looked at the blood on his palm.
"William Ezera." He said softly, "I remember." "
Then, he turned and walked towards his room.
Tomorrow, he will leave for the night.
Since these people want him to die, then he will live for them.
And... He wants to make some people pay for their evil deeds.
Back in the room, Field closed the door and sat on the edge of the bed.
He closed his eyes and focused his attention.
Soon, a translucent map appeared in my mind.
[Wasteland Plunder System] is starting...
[Host: Field Ezela (Qin Hao)]
[Current Level: Level 1 Lord]
[Province: Nightfall Collar (not activated)]
[Detectable range: 10 kilometers]
[Current resource points: 0]
[System prompt: After going to the night collar, the system will be officially activated]
Sure enough, it's Goldfinger!
Field opened his eyes, and a smile appeared on the corner of his mouth.
Wasteland Plunder System... It sounds very touching.
Since these people threw him into the most barren wasteland, thinking that he would rot like those monsters, then he used plunder to forge his own supreme glory!
"Wasteland Marauders?" Field whispered to himself, "I gladly accept this title." "