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Construction Mage - Chapter 46: Viscous
Google Docs LinkAs much as Clay regretted not listening to his foreman friend enough, he still held on to the belief that he wasn’t entirely wrong, either. Garrick’s suggestions were sound, and there was merit in listening to his years of experience, but that would entail exorbitantly higher costs and construction ...
Construction Mage - Chapter 45: Unease
AN: As promised, another bonus chapter, restoring the Patreon to be 20 chapters ahead.Google Docs LinkI may have gotten a little too hasty earlier…As soon as Clay was alone, worry crept in. He had confidently claimed a few low-level oozes were not a problem to assure his friend, but to be honest, he wasn’t sure if ...
Construction Mage - Chapter 44: Cloudy Day
AN: Extra chapter, should be another one tomorrow.Google Docs Link“Those stupid merchants may only know how to count coins, but most of them are still tolerable. The really bad ones are really something else. They don’t even bother to learn about the characteristics of our work and then have the audacity to make th...
Construction Mage - Chapter 43: Commitment
AN: Happy Fourth of July!Google Docs LinkTwo days passed by in a flurry, as Clay resumed his usual routine as if nothing had happened. Unfortunately, he knew it wouldn’t last. The day to pick up the S-traps he ordered had come, and he would soon be working on toilets and water heaters for his Delver acquaintance and,...
Construction Mage - Chapter 42: Orders
Google Docs Link“Taverns are great! What better way to end the day than downing some ale with good company?”“Taverns are essential to locals and travelers, commoners, rich merchants, and nobles alike. It allows information to flow and me to get a feel of how the domain is doing.”“What do I think about taverns...
Construction Mage - Chapter 41: Caelan
AN: Better late than never! (Yeah, I fell asleep early the previous night and was behind a chapter)Google Docs LinkFour strong horses sped out of a forest, pulling along a luxurious carriage that was a full size or two larger than what was commonly seen. Even with eight passengers, the interior wasn’t cramped at all....
Construction Mage - Chapter 40: Flush
AN: Just realized we're only 19 chapters ahead of RR release. Must've messed up count somewhere during the extra chapters. I apologize for the mistake and will fix it after the Rising Star run, when I have the leeway to do so. In fact, I plan to go beyond and increase the release rate on Patreon, as long as I c...
Construction Mage - Chapter 39: Role & Creation
AN: Showed changes in the status screen now, let me know if you prefer it like this or not. May work to do the same with all prior chaptersAN: Showed changes in the status screen now, let me know if you prefer it like this or not. May work to do the same with all prior chapters when I have time, if it is what people pr...
Construction Mage - Chapter 38: Veterans
Google Docs Link“Craftsmen guilds like ours never recovered from The Descent, but we continue to exist. It’s just that our influence over the markets of entire kingdoms has been reduced to the local level. Make no mistake, though. We are essential to every city’s upkeep.”-Excerpt from an undisclosed guild’s r...
Construction Mage - Chapter 37: Rescue
AN: Hope you're all having a great weekend! Here's a bonus chapter, and probably another one tomorrow!Google Docs LinkWhile the four Delvers took a break, Clay got a better look at their wounds. He had some first-aid supplies to stop basic bleeds, but that was it. He quickly realized that it was far from enough...
Construction Mage - Chapter 36: Rematch
Google Docs Link“Every city charges a different amount to register as a Delver, changing the dynamics greatly depending on where you are. I wonder what it’s like in the other countries? I’d love to go see for myself one day.”-Anonymous***After splitting off from Malik and the female Delver, Clay raced through t...
Construction Mage - Chapter 35: Hesitance
AN: I don't think I've properly greeted all the new readers coming in this past week, so I would like to take a moment to say welcome and thank you for choosing to support me! Construction Mage is now near the top of Royal Road's Rising Star, which I'm super excited about. No matter how many stories lau...
Construction Mage - Chapter 34: Growth Rate
Google Docs Link“My liege, we must explore alternatives to the gold and silver coins we use within our kingdom. It’s been brought to my attention that it’s only a matter of time before the Delvers literally strike gold within the dungeons, collapsing the value of our coins in an instant! Such a threat cannot be i...
Construction Mage - Chapter 33: Hygiene
AN: Here's an extra chapter, and I already owe another one! The next one won't be until the weekend, though. Enjoy!Google Docs LinkAfter another fruitful morning in the dungeon, Clay retired to his house and got straight to work on his home renovations. He had religiously worked on his makeshift house ever sinc...
Construction Mage - Chapter 32: Water Crystals
Google Docs Link“The rate at which nobles had started adopting the teachings of the church was alarming to the Royal Court at first, but they calmed down when they found out the reason. The nobles in question all happened to have selected a mage class, which meant they chanted the name of what the Church of Life clai...
Construction Mage - Chapter 31: Morning Hours
Bonus Chapter!Google Docs LinkWith a new member in tow, it didn’t even take a week for Clay to get used to the new normal, and it was great. Having an extra set of hands dedicated to carrying things not only made it easier for him but also increased the profitability.The agreed split was nine to one, while the amount...
Construction Mage - Chapter 30: A Story to Tell
Google Docs Link“Why don’t we just hire a few more porters and regroup into one big party in the dungeon?”“You think you’re the first chap to think of that? Altar only takes five. Good luck trying to regroup inside when you get placed somewhere different every time. Not every dungeon is so forgiving, like in ...
Construction Mage - Chapter 29: Recruit
Google Docs LinkWitnessing the sight of the orphans before him, Clay couldn’t help but have second thoughts.Perhaps I drew my conclusions too soon? Malik isn’t so money-hungry purely because of greed. Based on how skinny they are, they are probably struggling to get by.Dozens of small reasons mixed together, edging...
Construction Mage - Chapter 28: Porter Candidate
Google Docs Link“Being a porter is a thankless job. You have to literally carry the burden of the party and receive a smaller cut of the pay in return. However, it is unquestionable that it plays a vital role in any party’s success. It was something most regular folks, who’ve never delved for days at a time, woul...
Construction Mage - Chapter 27: Roofing
Google Docs LinkTwo large men steadily hefted up long wooden pillars to a shabby-looking house in the middle of an empty grass field. The only structures in sight were the grand walls of the third ring and nascent fourth ring, sandwiching the worksite.“You sure you want me to just hammer away at your hard work here?...
Construction Mage - Chapter 26: Malik the Negotiator
Google Docs Link“Does one have to be an active Delver to further their profession classes? The answer is no. You simply need the right recipes and materials, which happen to be found progressively deeper and deeper into the dungeon.The value of a regular artisan lies in their skill. The value of profession classes li...
The Science of Cultivation - Chapter 322: Long List
Google Docs LinkOver the course of negotiations, it might appear as if the two sides would just be bargaining by leveraging what they could and exchanging concessions. However, under the hood of all this, it could be said that it was a game of grasping intentions. It would be much easier if both sides were honest with ...
Construction Mage - Chapter 25: Anxious Day
Google Docs LinkAnother day went by as Clay toiled away with his little project. Either his summon or he would steadily stack the earthen bricks together, layered between some mud mortar, one at a time. Other times, he would be spamming Earth Blasts to restock their material.It was all tedious work that he would have d...
The Science of Cultivation - Chapter 321: Negotiating the Spoils
Google Docs Link“Welcome,” a familiar face said with a smile as soon as Li Lang and Long Yi stepped down from the Skyrunner. “I’ve heard the summary of what happened. I’m glad everything went well. Please follow me somewhere we can talk more privately about what comes next.”Long Yi politely nodded as he wat...
Construction Mage - Chapter 24: Laying Foundations
Google Docs Link“After the False Revolution, few craftsmen bothered to become mage-type Delvers to take advantage of the power of magic. Instead, they chose more physical classes to improve their stamina and focused on leveling up their profession skills. After all, it’s their only way to handle materials found in ...
The Science of Cultivation - Chapter 320: Expedition Report
Google Docs LinkWith no one wanting to prolong their time in the subterranean world, the Rolling Tide disciples escorted their guests back out onto the surface. There was some friction in the air, but they were all professional enough to avoid any conflict while they retreated.Naturally, the person who was getting the ...
The Science of Cultivation - Chapter 319: Battle of the Mind Pt.2
Google Docs LinkThe scenes before Long Yi continued to mercilessly flash by, showing his journey through the cultivation realms. He didn’t progress the fastest, but within the same realm, his strength was undeniable.It caused the feeling of having wasted his talents to grow, making him lose confidence in his decision...
Construction Mage - Chapter 23: Accumulating Materials
Google Docs LinkClay wasted no time and headed straight for the fourth ring to inspect his new land. The sun was high in the sky by the time he got the deed, so he spotted his acquaintances at the church’s construction site, busily laboring away. There was also a long line of people using the road that led out of Rav...
The Science of Cultivation - Chapter 318: Battle of the Mind
“What happened?” Long Yi muttered as he tried to survey his surroundings. One second, he was in the subterranean tunnels fiGoogle Docs Link“What happened?” Long Yi muttered as he tried to survey his surroundings.One second, he was in the subterranean tunnels fighting off the heavenly earth with Han Zemei, and t...
Construction Mage - Chapter 22: City Administration
Google Docs Link“All hail the new land development policy! I can’t believe I can become a landowner with no obligations attached. Brother, you should come over here too, before it’s too late. You won’t have to sign any service tenancy agreement anymore just to rent a place. I’ll be sure to have a room for you...
