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Chapter 484: Extraordinary Feat—Lightning Dash
"The land-clearing plan is progressing steadily. Enthusiasm is high, and the 30 million-acre goal should be completed ahead of schedule."
"Forty farm bases have been constructed, with a projected total of 80 by the end of the year."
"Currently, these bases house 200,000 people, with a maximum capacity of 1.6 million."
"Both the Misty Fortress and Swamp Fortress will continue to expand."
"The second round of cyclic fish farming is under construction, and the Murlocs are working diligently."
"The Dark Forest camp is also being expanded, along with progress on wild resource cultivation sites."
"The Rotten Moss Clan remains inactive; the major tribes are recuperating after their heavy losses."
"Output from the various mines has seen further increases..."
"Factory upgrades have been completed, boosting operational efficiency by at least 80% and production efficiency by at least 260%."
"Supplies for daily living now amount to a two-year reserve for 3 million people."
"The latest batch of graduates from the Professional training program has entered internships, performing exceptionally well."
"..."
The 300th year of the Netheril Empire was already more than halfway through.
Bay Territory's development had exceeded expectations.
The policies Matthew implemented had achieved remarkable results.
However, knowing tough times were ahead, Matthew continued to issue reminders:
"Increase publicity in the Eastern Provinces and Karl Plains; we need more population."
"Also, have Adam Smith contact the nobles within this area to see if they need weapons and equipment produced by Bay Territory..."
Population and development are hurdles that no territory can avoid.
Butler Ralph and Matthew discussed for nearly three hours before Ralph left satisfied with plans and goals in hand.
As for Matthew, he had already sent his true body to the underground laboratory.
With Fate Energy in place, it was time to research a Extraordinary Feat for the fourth procedure.
Matthew passed through a laboratory space the size of two football fields to reach the newly established containment zone and operating room.
Once a prisoner, Sera was now diligently undergoing combat training.
Her increased height and stronger physique made her originally agile movements even more robust and powerful.
In terms of combat ability, Sera felt she was twice as strong as before.
Although the price had been steep, a resigned Sera no longer found it hard to accept.
In a nearby cage, Famir stared at Sera in shock.
Even after witnessing her transformation many times, it was still hard to believe.
Sera's displayed strength and combat prowess far exceeded Famir's expectations.
Even among the transcendent melee professionals Famir knew, none matched Sera's overwhelming presence.
"A transcendent-level Drow Elf following Bay Territory's orders? Something is off here..."
"And they've even subdued trolls, gray dwarves, and other species. This Bay Territory is far more mysterious than the reports suggest."
"Damn it, the kingdom must already know about my situation, yet there's no word from them."
"Are they planning to abandon me?"
Even though Famir had mentally prepared for sacrifice, the lack of response still filled her with regret.
As she tried to survey her surroundings further...
Sera, after a long training session, knocked lightly on the iron window, wiped her sweat, and smiled as she asked:
"So, have you made up your mind?"
"If you're willing, you can come out right away. If not for the Lord's orders, you'd have been 'obedient' long ago..."
Hearing the thinly veiled malice in Sera's tone, Famir merely glanced at her and shook her head.
"You're wasting your efforts. You won't get anything from me."
Smiling as she stood up, Sera looked at Famir with faint pity.
She turned naturally and bowed to Matthew, who had just entered.
"Sera greets you, great Lord Matthew..."
Noticing the fear in the Drow Elf's eyes, Matthew nodded nonchalantly, casting a fleeting glance at the now-tense Famir before turning to say:
"It's time to begin the new surgical research. Come along."
A shiver ran down Sera's spine as she recalled past pain, but she dared not defy Matthew. Bowing stiffly, she silently followed.
Famir watched Sera's retreating figure suspiciously, feeling as though she had overlooked something crucial.
Passing through the test subject dormitory, Matthew gestured at several robust trolls on the operating tables and spoke calmly yet expectantly:
"Pay close attention to the surgical steps. This will not only avoid danger but also reduce pain during the procedure and maximize results."
Following cautiously behind, Sera kept her distance from Matthew.
Partly to avoid misunderstandings with Beelzebub and partly because she was genuinely shocked by Matthew's hidden madness beneath his calm demeanor.
Matthew chose trolls first for a straightforward reason.
"Trolls have excellent physiques, quick recovery rates, and can endure prolonged and repeated experiments, minimizing losses."
Matthew spoke earnestly, though Sera remained skeptical.
Matthew wasted no time and began "working."
In Sera's presence, Matthew expertly introduced the trolls' anatomy, explaining their internal and external structures.
He also detailed the effects of various surgical enhancements, allowing Sera to quickly grasp the purpose and outcomes of each procedure.
Having entertained many bold thoughts to survive and gain trust, Sera soon realized...
She had underestimated this young and mysterious Lord.
Just understanding the surgeries revealed their complexity and difficulty.
All of it had been explored and created by Matthew.
Once Sera grasped the basics, she quickly noticed...
The dozens of trolls involved had already undergone the procedures and successfully "learned" her Extraordinary Feat.
Feeling slightly relieved, Sera found herself unable to think of anything else.
Because Matthew had begun the surgeries.
His methods were straightforward.
After the trolls learned the Extraordinary Feat, their corresponding body parts were enhanced in various ways.
Regardless of the method, as long as it achieved results, Matthew used Fate Energy to ensure precise breakthroughs.
To Sera, who was observing, Matthew appeared skilled and composed, whether researching or performing surgeries.
The process didn't take long.
The first round lasted only about two hours.
Initially, Matthew seemed to accommodate Sera and others.
But soon, Matthew increased the workload.
With the contributions of the test subjects and the aid of Fate Energy, the experiments yielded more and more results.
By the afternoon of the fifth day...
After recording three less promising transcendent specialties, Matthew finally obtained what he desired.
Extraordinary Feat—Lightning Dash!