Fantasy Family Simulator (FFS)

The threat posed by the Phantom Serpents is no less than that of the Blood Moon Werewolves, and in large-scale battles, it may even surpass them! Among all antidotes, only the Starshine Potion is particularly effective against their venom.

Although it can't completely neutralize the effects of the Phantom Serpents, it can help maintain enough clarity to survive.

"Besides that, before heading to the battlefield, I should take the opportunity to thoroughly explain to them the characteristics of the Blood Moon Werewolves and Phantom Serpents, as well as the strategies for dealing with them on the battlefield," Rhett thought as he exited the hallway, his mind deep in thought.

If he could leverage the upcoming battles to quickly gather destiny points...

Perhaps... his strength could climb once again?

Slowly, a sense of ambition began to grow within him! Rhett's eyes gleamed as new plans began to form in his mind.

For instance, once he reached the Canyon Defense Line, he could discuss with Deputy Commander Ambiru about placing his youngest son, Tyles, in the rear, assigning him a position in the military supply department as an alchemy apprentice, providing free potion crafting services.

Then, he could also request a role in the execution of captured orcs...

Moreover, on the frontlines, after each battle's victory, he could have Ryle and Tucker deal with the third or even fourth-tier orcs.

As the time to head to the Canyon Defense Line approached, Rhett began to consider the feasibility of his plans, carefully refining the details.

Before he knew it, he had climbed the stairs and returned to his room.

Lying on his bed, Rhett stared at the white ceiling, his thoughts racing.

To ensure that his earlier ideas were foolproof and could be fully realized, he felt it necessary to conduct another simulation.

With that, he focused his mind and activated the system.

[Would you like to start a text simulation? Each simulated year consumes 5 destiny points.]

"Yes, simulate for one year."

[Year 475 of the Golden Wheel Calendar, March 11th: Under the guidance of a second-level alchemist, Tyles becomes an apprentice alchemist. Considering the threat of the Phantom Serpents, you decide to have your subordinates produce large quantities of antidotes and healing potions.]

[April 12th: Ryle's wind-patterned tiger, Whitepaw, breaks through to the sub-tier magical beast level.]

[April 21st: News comes from the Canyon Defense Line that they are urgently purchasing all types of ores at high prices due to a severe shortage. You seize the opportunity to sell your stockpiled ores, making a huge profit and settling the debt owed to the Dorendo family.]

[April 22nd: You compile a battlefield survival manual and include experiences and tactics for dealing with Phantom Serpents and Blood Moon Werewolves. You distribute it to your subordinates and issue strict orders for them to memorize it thoroughly.]

[May 11th: Kurs, who had been stuck at the peak of first-level knight for a long time, finds an opportunity to break through and advances to second-level knight.]

[June 11th: News from the front lines indicates that the battle at the Canyon Defense Line has escalated, requiring significant reinforcements from the rear. A full-scale alarm is sounded across the southwestern border, and by royal law, all nobles must lead their forces to battle—you are no exception!]

[July 15th: You, along with your three sons, Henck, Shirin, Tadel, Kurs, and Makoff, arrive at the familiar Canyon Defense Line. Your outstanding abilities catch the attention of Deputy Commander Ambiru, who appoints you as a temporary squad leader, commanding over a hundred men. You take the opportunity to request that Henck and Tyles, as alchemists, be allowed to stay in the rear to produce potions for free, in exchange for Tyles taking on the task of executing captured orcs. Ambiru agrees to your request.]

[July 18th: At night, Ambiru assigns you an urgent mission—to launch a surprise attack on the enemy's royal bloodline. After a difficult battle, you manage to annihilate a small orc unit that includes 23 Blood Moon Werewolves and Phantom Serpents.]

[July 26th: You hear that Viscount Gaspar, the lord of Windmill Town, achieved great merit by intercepting and killing three Blood Moon Werewolves while on a reconnaissance mission.]

[July 27th: Vlarno, who had been stuck at the peak of first-level knight for a long time, finds an opportunity to break through and advances to second-level knight.]

[August 3rd: You contact Deputy Commander Ambiru ahead of time, claiming that Viscount Gaspar has colluded with the orcs and will carry out a secret operation tonight.]

[September 5th: You hear that Deputy Commander Ambiru is planning an attack on the orc patrol unit. You volunteer to join the mission. That night, the attack is successful, and you slay two third-tier Phantom Serpents.]

[October 3rd: After nearly two months of battle, you have killed over twenty orcs of royal blood, earning you some notoriety among the orcs at the Canyon Defense Line.]

[October 17th: During a patrol, you are ambushed by an orc unit, which includes ten Blood Moon Werewolves, who relentlessly pursue you. However, having anticipated the attack, you call for backup from nearby squad leaders and successfully annihilate the orc unit that ambushed you.]

[October 26th: Yunica breaks through to apprentice mage.]

[November 11th: The royal bloodline orcs at the Canyon Defense Line seem to retreat like the tide, and the battle pressure suddenly eases. You realize that this war may be nearing its end.]

[November 13th: Avalon, the commander-in-chief of the Canyon Defense Line, announces that the royal bloodline orcs have been repelled and that a significant victory has been achieved. That night, a celebration banquet is held, and you receive a wealth of honors. From Avalon's words, you learn that your merits are more than sufficient to elevate you to the rank of earl!]

[November 17th: Lyon breaks through to apprentice knight.]

[December 9th: Upon returning to your territory and conducting your usual inspections, you hear shocking news. At the Coldstream Defense Line, a special poison was developed that can cause male dragonfolk to lose their reproductive abilities. This led to a massive outbreak of conflict at the Coldstream Defense Line in October, even forcing a saint-level dragonfolk to intervene!]

[December 11th: Firewing breaks through to sub-tier magical beast!]

[December 15th: The wandering bard who visited your territory in April returns, bringing a friend from the Eastern Blue Coast. You express interest in the legends of the deep-sea mermen, and the friend confidently shares what he knows. Over half a day, you learn that the mermen kingdom once had a glorious past, even dominating the entire ocean, but for unknown reasons, their vast empire collapsed. The friend also shares many other secrets. When you ask about the credibility of the information, he sheepishly admits that there is no evidence to support the legends. You then show him a rainbow-colored shell, but he claims not to recognize it and suggests it might just be an ordinary seashell from the beach. However, before leaving, he asks if he can exchange the shell for a hundred gold coins, a request you refuse.]

[December 19th: Piev breaks through to apprentice knight.]

[December 25th: Tucker's Darkstrider Hawk breaks through to sub-tier magical beast.]

[Year 476 of the Golden Wheel Calendar, January 3rd: A distinguished guest arrives in your territory—Grand Duke Blue Diamond, who conducts the ceremony to elevate your rank to earl. You suggest adjusting your territory to the area near the Darkstrider Hawk range, and he agrees. Given your outstanding merits and the undeveloped wilderness of the southwestern border, he also approves your request to divide your territory—keeping Falcon Town while establishing a new fief near the Darkstrider Hawk range. Before leaving, Grand Duke Blue Diamond offers you his granddaughter's hand in marriage, but you politely decline.]

[January 8th: A talent assessment in your territory reveals someone with mid-level knight potential.]

[January 29th: News of your elevation to earl spreads throughout the southwestern border. Bozak visits to apologize, and under your gaze, Rylis nervously apologizes to Tyles.]

[February 3rd: You hear reports from the Coldstream Defense Line that in January, two saint-level beings clashed, resulting in mutual injury. However, the number of dragonfolk at the Coldstream Defense Line has increased, now triple what it was before the extermination poison was introduced!]

[February 4th: Two first-level mages arrive at your territory, seeking to serve you.]

[February 12th: Deputy Commander Ambiru passes through your territory with a unit, informing you that he is being reassigned to the Coldstream Defense Line. He asks if you would like to join him and offers you a captain's position in his unit. After careful consideration, you politely decline.]

[March 7th: While meditating in your room, you suddenly feel a sense of dread and abruptly open your eyes, only to see a flash of white light. You die.]

[Text simulation ended. Would you like to simulate again?]

"No!"

Rhett sat up abruptly.

He immediately moved to the edge of the bed, feeling a deep sense of shock.

"I actually died?"

Rhett squinted, staring at the white light outside the window.

Who did I provoke?

He began to ponder, thinking, "Who wants to kill me?" As he considered this, he reviewed the events of the simulation, searching for clues.

After a while, he identified two possible sources.

The first was Grand Duke Blue Diamond, who extended an olive branch by offering his granddaughter's hand in marriage—a proposal Rhett had declined.

The second was the friend of the wandering bard, who seemed suspicious. He claimed not to recognize the rainbow-colored shell, yet before leaving, he requested to take it—a clear contradiction.

Other events, though noteworthy, seemed unrelated to Rhett's death.

Taking a deep breath, Rhett retrieved the rainbow-colored shell from his pocket, studying its intricate patterns.

Given the mysterious nature of his death and his suspicions, he decided that he couldn't wait any longer—he needed to uncover the truth immediately.

He resolved to conduct two more simulations, altering his decisions during the encounters with the bard's friend and Grand Duke Blue Diamond.

First Simulation:

[Year 475 of the Golden Wheel Calendar, March 11th: Under the guidance of a second-level alchemist, Tyles becomes an apprentice alchemist. Considering the threat of the Phantom Serpents, you decide to have your subordinates produce large quantities of antidotes and healing potions.]

[December 15th: The wandering bard who visited your territory in April returns with a friend from the Eastern Blue Coast. You express interest in the legends of the deep-sea mermen, and the friend confidently shares what he knows. After half a day of conversation, you learn that the mermen kingdom once had a glorious past, even dominating the entire ocean, but for unknown reasons, their vast empire collapsed. The friend also shares many other secrets. When you ask about the credibility of the information, he sheepishly admits that there is no evidence to support the legends. You then surprise them by knocking both men unconscious and subject them to severe interrogation. Eventually, you confirm the bard's innocence, but his friend confesses that a notorious pirate had placed a large bounty on such shells in the black market on Seacow Island—anyone who provides information or the shell itself would be richly rewarded.]

March 10th: A second-level knight arrives in your territory, seeking to serve you.

Simulation Ends

"No!"

A light at the end of the tunnel!

The mystery is solved!

Rhett stood up, walked to the window, and breathed in the fresh air, his eyes gleaming with realization.

"So... the problem lies with the bard's friend! No need to verify Grand Duke Blue Diamond now.

It seems that in the previous simulation, the bard's friend returned and informed the notorious pirate about the shell, leading to my assassination.