Chapter 1, Purgatory Island

The elderly wizard in the black robe waved his staff and said irritably: "The items sent this time are too numerous, and many materials cannot be preserved at room temperature. We must expand the range of the barrier. The supply of crystals is insufficient, so we can only use manpower to replace the crystals to ensure the normal operation of the constant temperature barrier"

The childish chatter echoed in Gong Hao's ears

The island is home to dense jungles, where various ferocious beasts reside, emitting terrifying and eerie cries. Occasionally, some lost merchant ships pass through this area, and one can always hear the mournful howls, as if the souls of the deceased are singing their tragic songs, each note filled with sorrow

In private, people refer to it as howling island or nightmare island

This is Hell Island

The middle-aged man Andrew glanced at Gong Hao and after a moment of thought said: "You are very fortunate, kid, to have a good employer. But do not expect to receive the same kind of care here as you would from a baroness. Because this is Nightmare Island. Here, a pretty face holds no significance."

How did he/she die

Oh, Chackle, look at what you said. Look, twenty puppet warriors, fifteen flesh puppets, fifteen undead puppets, fifteen magic spirits, and the potions, scrolls, weapons, and so on that you specified, all completed as scheduled.

In the center of the forbidden zone, there is a place that is shrouded in thick fog year-round

A group of young people disembarked from the large ship, totaling fifteen individuals

Eldoris then said: "Alright, unload the cargo, and then load this junk onto the ship. I suppose I will never see the day when the troll god is loaded onto the ship."

I died when I was four years old

The Freedom finally reached the final destination of its voyage

"Look at what you are saying, as if you have seen the spirits of the dead before," a boy beside him quietly interjected, taking over Fink's topic.

Approximately twenty years ago, after King Strick officially declared the Sea of Death a forbidden zone for humanity, the legends surrounding Nightmare Island have never ceased. Some say it is home to the most powerful magical beasts of the Wind Whisper Continent, while others claim it conceals a century-old treasure of the Lance Kingdom. The most outrageous claim is that it was the final residence of the renowned alchemist Electra three hundred years ago, where all his astonishing alchemical inventions are buried. Some say it is home to the most powerful magical beasts of the Wind Whisper Continent, while others claim it conceals a century-old treasure of the Lance Kingdom. The most outrageous claim is that it was the final residence of the renowned alchemist Electra three hundred years ago, where all his astonishing alchemical inventions are buried

No parents

Understood. Gong Hao replied lazily

Eldoris shot a glare at the middle-aged man, yet ultimately said nothing

The harsh living conditions, formidable magical beasts, and the unpredictable weather have turned this place into a forbidden zone for life

Black Plague

What?" Gong Hao was momentarily confused.

He found himself to be a boy named Xiu Yige Lai Er, situated in a strange world, while also having taken over all of his memories

In the distance, a middle-aged man can be faintly seen standing at the edge of the island, beside him stands a puppet warrior made of various magical metals, including mithril.

Gong Hao lowered his head and said nothing

During these days of sailing on the ship, there has been no body of water as terrifying as the Dead Sea, completely devoid of life

Xiu Yige Laier is an orphan who was adopted by his aunt. Three years ago, his aunt believed that Xiu was qualified enough to live on his own, so she sold him to Baron Gavin for the price of twenty gold Viter, with a contract duration of three years

Is it parasitism? Or did he drink one bowl less of Meng Po's soup during the reincarnation cycle? Or is the existence of Gong Hao merely a childish imagination of the young boy, Hugh Glaire? Or is everything at this moment just a dream of Gong Hao?

However, over the course of one hundred and twenty years, the Harden family gradually lost its former glory and became a declining aristocracy. In the past two decades, the Harden family has seen almost no talented individuals emerge, which has done nothing to enhance the family's status. The only one with any promise was Gavin Harden, who once served as the secretary to the Lord of the Northlands. Shortly thereafter, he fell victim to a conspiracy after marrying a beautiful young woman who was widely envied by the people of the Northlands, ultimately forcing him to return with his family to the Harden family's ancestral home in the town of Southvale.

Eldoris shot him a glare, while Chakley pretended not to see as he handed a list to the middle-aged man: "This is the inventory needed for next month"

"Anyway, it all stinks," Fink defended himself

What does it matter if it is the Sea of Death? One is merely a purchased servant, and every child on this ship is a servant. Even if they were to reach heaven, it would not change this fate

Then he raised his head and called out to all the youths: "I must regretfully inform you that I am a very strict person. I do not allow anyone to make mistakes or dare to defy my orders. If anyone dares to act against me or fails to complete the work they are supposed to do, they will face severe punishment"

Ah! The middle-aged man nodded: "I have heard about it. Eight years ago, there was a rebellion by dark wizards in the Noz group. They used plague as a weapon against the imperial rule, which not only killed countless ordinary civilians but also had no other effect. It seems you are one of the victims as well."

Fengke poked Gonghao

The sky outside remains as gray as ever, with the clouds hanging low as if they could be touched.

Behind them, there stood a group of puppet warriors.

The sky over the Sea of Death is perpetually shrouded in a gray haze, with the only clear sight being the blood moon hanging in the sky, resembling the scythe of the god of the underworld, exuding a terrifying aura. The black ocean exists in a state of eerie silence, making it difficult to spot any living beings. The water flows slowly, overflowing with the putrid scent of decaying corpses

Lord Andrew, I have been working as a laborer at Baron Harden's estate in South Wales since I was nine years old. I possess culinary skills and can read a bit.

The middle-aged man replied politely: "If the troll god is successfully developed, then it will never need to be shipped."

Fink, whose face is covered in freckles, is considered the only friend of Shuyi on the ship. They were both bought from the market in South Wales Town. Then they were brought onto this ship, unaware of where they were headed or who their future master would be

It was at that time that Gong Hao's soul attached itself to the boy named Xiu Yi, and he helplessly discovered that he and all the boys were crammed into the cabin like pigs, having been adrift at sea for a full two days with the books.

Eldoris snorted coldly: "It was like this twenty years ago, and it will be like this twenty years later. The materials and assistance we have provided him over the past twenty years are sufficient to meet the needs of a small country, yet he has failed to produce any substantial progress."

Welcome to Nightmare Island, Master Eudoris. I never expected you to personally deliver the goods this time.

Call me Lord Andrew. Which noble have you served before?

"Hey, Shui, it's time to disembark; we have arrived at our destination," Fink reminded him

Fifteen young boys on the ship lined up in a row after arriving on the island, resembling a troop awaiting inspection, with the inspector being a middle-aged man from the island

The large ship slowly approached, and the small boat was lowered. Two individuals disembarked in succession: one was a wizard with white hair and beard, dressed in a black robe, and the other was a warrior clad in golden armor

Gong Hao, like all the boys, curled up in the cramped and dark cabin, the murky air nearly suffocating him

Seven days ago, the contract for Hugh expired. The Baroness hoped to continue employing Hugh as a companion for her son, but ultimately his aunt set a price of forty gold vites. This price was not acceptable to the Baron, whose financial situation was deteriorating daily. Consequently, his aunt placed Hugh on the market until a knight clad in golden armor offered a high price to purchase him.

Looking at this group of adolescents, the middle-aged man shouted: "Alright, little ones, welcome to Purgatory Island, this is the final destination of your lives. From now on, you will work here and live here. You must address me as Lord Andrew and follow the instructions I give you. Perhaps you have never worked before, but you must quickly adapt to your current life... Have any of you ever served a noble before?" Perhaps you have never worked before, but you must quickly adapt to your current life... Have any of you ever served a noble before?

Glaire, Shuy Glaire, a resident of Newville, is twelve years old this year. My aunt sold me here.

Cursed fate has cast itself into the body of this child, granting him eight additional years of youth, while simultaneously depriving him of his freedom

The "Liberty" three-masted sailing ship is making its way through the waves in the Dead Sea.

Ruigleir Yuan and the book were servants of Baron Harden's family in South Wales Town, which has a history of one hundred and twenty years in the Lance Empire. Old Harden once served as the Minister of Ceremonies in the Lance Empire and was granted the title of Earl

Gong Hao helplessly raised his hand and said, "I have."

The warrior in golden armor beside him smiled and said, "I hope Master Eddoris won't have made the trip in vain"

It is detestable; you have been messing around without understanding anything. Now, look what has happened: the laboratory has exploded, and everyone is dead. This truly harms both others and oneself

However, for the sake of this research, we have sent all the materials, books, and a large number of apprentices and servants from the entire empire here. This alone has delayed the development of the empire's alchemists for an entire generation. If he cannot produce any significant achievements, then the alchemy of the empire will truly decline.

Everything that follows will naturally fall into place

Behind the middle-aged individuals, there are approximately twenty youths, none of whom appear to be over fourteen years old, with the youngest being only eight or nine years old. Beside them, there are heavy iron boxes that are as tall as their bodies.

"What is it? Fink?" Gong Hao replied softly

In fact, ... ... has long since fallen into decline," whispered the armored knight Chuckley, touching his nose.

Indeed, it is thanks to the kind heart of Baroness that I am able to read. She allowed me to receive an education alongside her son, so that the young master would not feel too lonely

After breaking through that layer of mist, Purgatory Island is already in sight.

"It is the Sea of Death," Fink whispered

The air is permeated with the sulfurous smell from the eruption of the Abyssal Fire of the Nine Hells, mingling with the stench of decay, making it increasingly suffocating and intensely pungent. Aside from a few creatures such as the Flamebird and the Decayed Bonefish, it is likely that not many forms of life would favor this area

"Do you still know how to read?" Andrew's tone was filled with surprise. The servants who could be sold here were mostly children from impoverished families, who could not even afford to eat, let alone have books to read

In the bottom cabin of the ship, there was a bowl of water. Gong Hao carefully lifted the bowl, and through the rippling waves, he saw a handsome face resembling that of a porcelain doll. The boy named wwwhetushu.com.com Xiu Yi had beautiful golden hair and a pair of eyes full of spirit, captivating anyone who looked at him. No wonder the baroness was so reluctant to see him go.

The middle-aged man replied regretfully, "The mentor has been working in this area for a long time. Unfortunately, while we are able to create the giant trolls, we have yet to solve the issue of control"

Legends are always just legends; the truth, however, is not necessarily pleasant. On the contrary, it may be quite cruel

Fink stated with certainty: "I said we are now in the forbidden zone for humanity, on the Sea of Death. I smelled that stench, just like the scent of the dead."

What is your name, and where are you from

Twenty gold Vuittons are not cheap, and even Baron Harden felt a pang of regret when spending this amount. However, the handsome appearance of Hugh Glaire is truly captivating, and the baron's beautiful wife immediately took a liking to the boy, insisting on purchasing him.

Eldoris expressed his dissatisfaction: "These are merely ordinary goods, insufficient for even a single battle's consumption. What Your Majesty requires is the Troll God."

Yes, sir

The armored warrior beside him quietly reminded, "Master Hines is already the best alchemist in the empire; there is no need for you to get so worked up. Long before the Troll God began his research, Master Hines had already stated that this might be the work of his lifetime."

Three days ago, Gong Hao's memories were still in the chemistry laboratory. As a capable assistant to his mentor, he was preparing all the necessary materials for an experiment. The new female assistant was infuriating; apart from her flirtatious demeanor, she had no other skills. It was said that she relied on her family's connections to gain entry into the university's advanced laboratory, merely seeking to enhance her credentials and bask in her mentor's reputation.

It is simply a nightmare

It is no wonder that his tone was laced with malice, given that a dark-robed sorcerer was engaged in such a menial task as delivering goods

No problem. The middle-aged man casually accepted the response: "As long as there are enough materials, we will provide as much as you need."

And now, this is my own body

Hey, Xu Yi." The voice of Fink echoed in his ears

Am I really going to have to live in a place like this in the future

Some questions will never have answers