Ever since the end of the Iron Prison incident, Adele, who had returned to Planet Heaven with Allen, did not know anything about Horn. "Mr. Horn is still alive?" She said happily.
"Yes, not only is the old man alive, he has also created another legend. It's a pity he's not here. Otherwise, you could see him. "
As they chatted along the way, the off-road vehicle drove into a small town. The town seemed to have just been built. Civil houses could be seen everywhere, especially shops of all kinds. Looking at the long street, all kinds of shop moves dazzled one's eyes. Leon said, "This town was built by our family. As you can see, there are all kinds of shops here. It's very convenient to do business. Didn't you send me a message saying that there were some Heavenly Star supplies to be shipped back for sale? I think this place can eat your goods. "
Adele said, "There are a lot of supplies coming back this time, mostly minerals. Since this town belongs to your William family, of course there's no problem. "
"I'm sure you won't lose out." Leon stopped in front of a tavern, opened the door, and Adele jumped out. Leon said, "Come in and have something to eat. Let's talk while we eat."
Adele raised her head and saw a goat on the tavern. She asked, "Is this also owned by your family?"
"Of course not." Leon smiled and said, "We're not that stingy. This tavern is run by a pair of siblings. His parents died in the war, and he had some savings, so he opened a tavern in the town. The wine they brew is not bad, and the younger brother cooks good dishes. As for my sister, hey, I can only say that she is a feast for the eyes. "
Adele seemed to see someone reveal a wolf tail.
Leon said naturally, "Why are you looking at me like that? Is it wrong to like a good woman? Besides, if I weren't a regular customer of this tavern, do you think a pair of siblings with no power or power would be able to live here? Alright, Adele, we just take what we need. "
"I thought you were going to find a woman to marry." Said Adele as she followed Leon into the tavern. As it was afternoon, the tavern was not officially open yet. The shop was dimly lit. Two men were drinking at the bar counter. There was a drunkard lying on the table by the window. Apart from that, there were no other guests.
Seeing them come in, the two men at the bar looked over and nodded when they saw Leon. Leon said to Adele, "What's so good about marriage? It's not as exciting as picking up girls. Besides, what I'm after isn't sexual pleasure, but the moving process of getting to know a girl. Don't confuse it with me and other men. "
He gestured to the two men, and they left the bar and found a corner to sit down. Adele knew it was Leon's man, probably arranged to protect the siblings in the tavern. She didn't point it out and sat on the high chair in front of the bar with Leon. Behind the bar, a graceful woman was wiping wine glasses, and a speaker not far away was playing soft music. Seeing Leon, the woman smiled and said, "What would you like?"
"As usual, and ask Peter to give us a roast chicken. Don't forget I want tomato juice."
Leon pouted at Adele, "As for this young lady, she prefers black pepper sauce."
"Alright, please wait a moment." The woman walked to the kitchen.
Adele looked at Leon in surprise. That woman's appearance could only be said to be passable, but compared to Leon's former girlfriends, she was not the slightest bit inferior. Leon spread out his hands and said, "Why, it's not bad to change it occasionally."
Very quickly, the woman returned and skillfully mixed two cocktails for the two of them. Leon pushed one of them in front of Adele and said, "Try it. I'm sure you'll like it."
Adele took a sip and tasted good. However, for someone like her who came from a famous family, a woman's bartending skills were not superb, but just passable. However, Leon's face was intoxicated. He didn't know if he was really intoxicated or if he was trying to make a woman happy. Adele thought that the latter was more likely.
After chatting with Leon for a while, the woman could tell that they had something to say, but she didn't disturb them and walked to the side to pack up her things. Leon put down his glass and exhaled. He looked at Adele and said, "Looks like you're doing well on Planet Heaven?"
"How should I put it? We can be considered to have made a bet." Adele tapped the rim of the glass with a slender finger. "After Allen left Planet Heaven, Sword Lord Mason testified that the Prime Minister appointed by Howson was the murderer who killed Tangerio. In addition, Howson's previous reckless behavior had greatly lost his popularity. After repelling the Shadow Duchy, we supported the Second Prince Julian north. Just last month, we attacked the imperial capital, Oliska. Howson died in the melee, and Julian has now succeeded him. So you see, our situation is very good. "
"Sounds pretty good."
'"That's right. Although Allen has been gone for almost a year, because we are still fighting on Planet Heaven, we have contributed greatly to the war in the north and the imperial capital. Therefore, Julian overruled the masses and granted Allen the title of Honorary Marquis. As for the territory, it will be temporarily managed by Edward. Not to mention Allen, even Edward has been promoted to Earl. Right now, our territory is extremely vast, and it can be said that more than half of the south is in our pockets. In addition, Father Miro and Vera's Catholicism is deeply rooted in the hearts of the people, and there are hundreds of thousands of people in the south. Therefore, our influence in the empire can be imagined. "
At this time, the roast chicken was ready. A young man came up with two basins of roast chicken and smiled as he placed them in front of Leon and the others. "Please enjoy."
Adele cut off a piece of chicken and chewed it carefully. It tasted good. As she ate, she said, "But it's not without obstacles."
"Oh, someone is jealous of your power?" Leon didn't find it strange at all. He had grown up in a large clan since he was young, and he was extremely familiar with this kind of power struggle.
'"Perhaps. Anyway, a few days before I came back, Olisjary was rumored to oppose giving Marquis Allen. I don't know where those people got the news, but they pointed out that Allen was from outer space and dug up our past deeds. Although Julian immediately replied that he did not believe such a thing, I could feel that the way he looked at us was somewhat different when I saw this young Majesty once. "
"Then what are your plans?"
'"Edward said that Julian was more afraid of our army and experts than Allen's identity. In this war to the north, the battle prowess we displayed was close to that of the Dragon Legion of the Empire. Especially our ordnance, it has already alerted the Emperor. So after returning to the south, Edward had already carried out a trap. Apart from satisfying His Majesty's thoughts, it is also improving the army and saving military expenses. Edward said it was killing three birds with one stone. "
Leon smiled and said, "I would do the same, but this kind of determination is not simple. Looks like Allen has picked up a treasure. With such a talent staying on Planet Heaven, no wonder he left."
Adele rolled her eyes and said, "He had no choice but to leave."
"Alright, alright, I'm too talkative." Leon raised his hand in surrender.
Adele said, "But even if Julian had any thoughts, he wouldn't dare to show them immediately." Now that he has just succeeded, his foundation is shallow. Without three to five years of nurturing his own strength, he wouldn't dare to easily take advantage of us who have done meritorious deeds. Moreover, our territory is the gateway to the south of the empire. If anything happens, it will directly affect the foundation of the empire. Previously, after Urian succeeded, he had offered to exchange a fertile territory in the middle of the empire, but Edward had tactfully declined. After all, the south is where our foundation is. Only by gaining a foothold there can we make the empire afraid. "
'"Moreover, there is a natural ally like Jorah in the south, as well as Iron Spear Ridge as a barrier. We have the advantage in terms of geographical environment and connections. Julian wants to use a central territory to erase our advantage without batting an eyelid, but he underestimates Edward too much. "
Leon laughed and patted Adele on the shoulder. "Let's not talk about this anymore. We'll have a good time when we come back for a few days. As for your business, I'll have someone look after it. You won't be out of it. If you don't worry, you can cooperate with us in the future, except for handing over your Heavenly Star supplies to Bescot. "
Adele picked up her glass and gently touched it on Leon's. "That's why I'm looking for you. But let's be clear, we're still very poor, and we don't have a commission for you."
Leon spread out his hands and said, "Do I look like the kind of person who would spend money with my brothers?"
Adele looked at him seriously, and when she saw that Leon's face was about to fall off, she smiled and said, "Alright, I know you're not."
Leon heaved a sigh of relief.
By the time the two of them walked out of the tavern, it was already evening. The sky was getting dark, and the small town was brightly lit, illuminating their way back.
At the other end of the distant star path, the Bailey Empire of Planet Heaven was also shrouded in darkness. The most prosperous city in the south was neither Dawn Castle nor Bauhinia Ridge. Instead, it was Ark Harbor, which occupied the hub of traffic between the north and the south. The port city had gone downhill for a while after Earl Oban's death, but after Jorah and Orlando got married, the city gradually improved. The major turning point was after receiving the Second Prince Urian. When Urian successfully sat on the throne in the Twilight Castle Royal Palace, the city began to receive attention.
Ark Harbor had now become a city that never sleeps. Even in the cold winter night, the lights of the city had never been extinguished.
In this city, the cathedral was definitely a scene. Catholicism had already taken root in the empire, and its teachings were deeply rooted in the hearts of the people. There were hundreds of thousands of believers in the south. And as the birthplace of this church...
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