Chapter 659 Sophia and the Catmen Caravan (Part One)

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    George is currently unable to perform magic that belongs to a world outside of this one, and can only rely on his physical strength.

    However, this does not mean that he cannot draw upon the vast magical power within him.

    As long as he learns to use magic that operates according to the principles of this world's magic, he can enhance the power of his spells through the vast magical power within him.

    So even the lowest-level flame tongue spell, when filled with his tremendous magical power, is equally terrifying in its might.

    Moreover, as the later stages progress, when he fully grasps the basic principles of how this world's magic operates, he can make certain modifications.

    Using the principles of this world's magic, he can replicate the magic he has learned in other worlds.

    Just like he adapted the hex counter from the Harry Potter world to be cast using the principles of magic from the Demon Slayer world, and then taught it to the mages in Demon Slayer.

    In this way, the Creator would not discover it, as it is equivalent to him developing a new spell using the principles of magic from this world.

    Magicians researching magic is quite normal, with countless magicians developing various new spells each year.

    It's just that most of them will be eliminated due to their lack of practicality and their effects being less than some classic spells from before.

    As the carriage crossed over the golden fields, passed through numerous farms and breweries, and finally came to the foot of Xiaman City, it stopped at the Xiaman City Stagecoach Inn.

    The location of the Xiaman City Stagecoach Inn is right next to the Xiaman City Stables, which specialize in selling horses.

    George, with Averell, had just paid the carriage fare and was stepping out beside the inn when he was stopped by the stable owner, Skuvah.

    "Greetings, sir, do you need to buy a horse?"

    "My horses are the finest in all of Skyrim. They are strong, swift, and have great endurance. They can also carry a heavy load for you."

    "Indeed, one is enhanced by their attire."

    George listened to the stable owner's endless pitch and couldn't help but think in his heart.

    At this moment, he was no longer dressed in the ordinary villager attire of his original form but in noble attire purchased from the Merchant Row in Harmwood Town, which was both meticulously crafted and high-quality.

    Although it was not enchanted, the value of the outfit had reached five hundred septims.

    So the stable owner did not stop anyone else leaving the coach inn, but singled out George. From his clothes, it was clear that George could afford his horses.

    "Please select two horses from the owner."

    George instructed Averell.

    The speed of the carriage is still too slow, and it will be detoured for safety. He plans to ride directly to Winterhold after he has finished exploring Xiaman City.

    Since he doesn't fear encountering bandits, bandits, and wild beasts along the way.

    In fact, he could run faster than a horse, but it's not convenient with Averell. He can't just drag Averell by the collar and run, as Averell's physical body couldn't withstand the burden of supersonic speeds.

    Furthermore, the books available for purchase in Xiaman City are undoubtedly much more numerous than those in Riverwood. He also needs some time to process them on the journey.

    After sending Averell to select the horses, George suddenly had an idea. He walked over to the grass pile beside the stables and peered inside.

    "Indeed, there are some!"

    As he looked inside, he saw a Nordic woman, only wearing underwear and holding a longsword, lying there sprawled out snoring.

    Beside her, there were several empty bottles of drink scattered around.

    "Comrade, come over here. Who is this?"

    George signaled to one of the stable hands beside the stables and inquired about the woman's information.

    The stable hand's response further confirmed his previous guess.

    "Her name is Sophia. She's an alcoholic who often gets drunk and sleeps here."

    "But please don't be fooled by her looks. Don't make any inappropriate moves as those who have done so are still lying in bed unable to get up."

    "Indeed, it's Follower Sophia."

    After obtaining the information he wanted, George turned and left, walking over to a row of adjacent tents on the opposite side of the stable.

    In his current state, he did not need to recruit new followers.

    He had recruited Averell simply for a servant who was familiar with the local situation, not as a combat partner.

    "Friend, what can I get for you?"

    George had barely reached the tent when a friendly catman greeted him.

    Cat person caravan, this is a common trade group seen outside major cities in Skyrim.

    Catpeople's hometown is Esveld, known for their innate agility, stealth, and ability to produce moon sugar that can be refined into Scumat.

    Of course, the catpeople here are not catgirls but more humanoid intelligent beings closer to beasts.

    They can be seen as cats standing upright.

    In fact, using "catperson" to describe them is quite accurate because their heads have similarities to cats, tigers, and leopards.

    Therefore, they can also be referred to as Tiger people or Leopard people.

    "I want books, magic books, and all other types of books."

    George's purpose is very clear, because other things hold no attraction for him, including enchanted weapons.

    Upon hearing that George wanted all the books at once, the cat people were even more enthusiastic.

    In this sort of medieval-like era, books are not inexpensive, and those that explain the principles and skills of magic are even more expensive.

    The profit from selling all these books to George at once is enough to make them rich enough to travel around the world without worrying about money.

    "Indeed, you've managed to collect the basic elements of the three destruction schools - frost magic, shock magic, and elemental magic."

    After scouring the cat person caravan's entire collection of books, George also acquired two basic books on destruction magic.

    Including the one he obtained earlier at the Riverwood Trading Company, he has now learned the most basic magic books on the three primary elements of destruction.

    In this world, the magic used by humans is primarily divided into five schools: destruction, alteration, conjuration, illusion, and restoration.

    And the destruction school primarily focuses on the development of three elements: fire, ice, and lightning.

    "Sir, the horses have been bought, and they can be temporarily kept in the stables. You can then ride them directly out of Xiaman City."

    Meanwhile, experienced Averell had taken care of the horse purchase.

    "Let's go, into the city for a stroll, rest for the night, and then set out in the morning."

    George nodded in agreement, and he and Averell followed the crowd of people heading into the city. They passed through multiple defensive checkpoints and eventually formed a queue in front of the city gate.

    At this time, the news of the dragon attack in Sanctuary Town had not yet reached Xiaman City, and the gate was not under lockdown.

    George and Averell entered the city smoothly and headed straight for the largest merchant shop in the plains district to begin their extensive shopping.

    Averell was responsible for purchasing food and water for their journey to Winterhold the next day, while George still focused on purchasing books.

    Xiaman City is mainly divided into three districts: the plains district, the Xianfeng district, and the Yunding district.

    The plains district is mainly composed of various shops, markets, and inns, with a few residential areas.

    The slightly higher Xianfeng district is mainly composed of residential areas for local residents, including the well-known Blood and Iron Warband and the Temple.

    The highest point is Longling Castle, which is the palace of the Lord of Xiaman City, accompanied by the location of the prison.