As the day of the Lady of the Lake drew near, many VIPs from all over the continent began to arrive at Culona, preparing to witness Laing's coronation.
The first group of guests to arrive were a group of wealthy merchants from Marimburg. Since Marimburg was the closest to Culona, these merchants had prepared lavish gifts for Laing's coronation. When Laing learned that the Grand Duke of Marimburg, Judge Schultz, would be arriving later, he didn't bother to meet these merchants. Instead, he left them all to Katzenberg, who was the head steward, to receive them.
Ryan knew that although this group of merchants seemed to be laughing and joking right now and all of them had prepared generous gifts, in reality, this group of merchants was the most cunning.
The constant territorial disputes between Brittania and the Empire on the Curona Road (a stretch of swamps spanning hundreds of kilometers from Marienburg to Curona) were caused by these Marienburg merchants. If these Marienburg merchants saw that the two countries were living in peace, they would secretly try to create disputes and tensions so that the prices would fluctuate and they could make money from it.
If a war really broke out, the merchants of Marlin Castle would use their connections and resources to mediate between the two countries. They would think of ways to bring the two countries back to the negotiation table to prevent a war from breaking out.
Thinking of this, Ryan did not have a good impression of this group of merchants.
Peace breeds wealth. Let Olivier and Katzenberg deal with them.
The second group of people to arrive were the emissaries of the dwarven king, Lorek Granite Hand, from Calac Breezy Castle. Laing met with the emissary. The emissary from Breezy Castle was rather arrogant, but he didn't mean any harm. After exchanging some meaningless greetings, Laing arranged for the emissary to stay in a hotel, which could be considered his mission accomplished.
The next to arrive were Duke Magritte, Rubio Sungazer, and the leader of the Estalian Merchant Alliance, Amancio Perez.
Therefore, it was necessary for Ryan to meet these two.
It just so happened that Juan Carlos Sungazer, the Baron of Biokari, was also preparing to get married. Juan's marriage partner was the granddaughter of Duke Hagan of Gisoleiox, Agani de Gisoleiox. It just so happened that Juan could discuss the marriage with Rubio.
For Juan, there was a certain element of "climbing up the social ladder" in this marriage. However, Juan's qualifications weren't bad either. As the son of Duke Rubio of Magritte, even though the title of Duke in the Southern Kingdoms was more exaggerated, it was still much better than a prince's territory at the border. Juan was also a rising star under Leon's command. He was young, had potential, and was valued by Leon. Duke Hagan was satisfied with this marriage, and Juan also felt that it was a good idea.
As for Laing, he didn't have any objections. Suria had introduced a few noble daughters to Juan, such as Winford and Bastogne, but Duke Hagan was obviously more sincere. Seeing that Laing didn't object, Suria naturally wouldn't object as well. As long as Duke Hagan nodded, the marriage would be done.
"Your Excellency!" Juan was very excited to see his father come in person. After all, he was still a young man in his twenties, and there was still some hair around his mouth. He washed up early in the morning, cleaned himself up, and went to meet up with Laing very excitedly.
At this time, Laing was also ready. The two set off from the hotel. Juan was about to call Laing "Your Majesty," but Laing stopped him. He seriously said that as long as he hadn't ascended the throne, Juan should call him "Duke".
"Dear, I want to see it too." When Veronica saw that Laing was about to go out, Wizard Garland directly grabbed Laing's arm and said sweetly, "Bring me too!"
"We're going to discuss Juan's marriage and meet guests. What are you going to do?" Laing was a little amused, but he didn't refuse. Veronica was a little special to him, and he had always been very tolerant.
"Mister Perez, he's my trading partner." Veronica grabbed Laing's arm and said with conviction, "I'm just going to meet my trading partner. He hasn't given me his dividends for the first half of the year yet!"
"Alright." Laing didn't say anything else.
They set off together and prepared to meet Duke Rubio and President Amancio outside the city.
Juan was especially excited about the arrival of his father, Rubio. This young Knight of the Burning Sun was flushed with success. Now, not only did he have glory and a noble title, but he also had a direction. He saw hope in Leon.
The Milmidian Church of the Goddess of War also gave high praise to Juan's success. When they heard that Juan was going to follow Laing to Eight Peaks Mountain, the church of the Goddess of War sent a team of Flaming Sun Knights from Tara Beheim in Tara Bek territory to help Juan.
"Mister Laing, after you ascend to the throne, will you move your seat from Jean to Corona?" Juan was still young, and he couldn't help but ask as soon as he left the hotel.
"What, you want to settle down in Corona?" Laing asked, a little amused.
"That's right, my dear. Can you get me some shops in Culona?" Veronica didn't wait for Juan to ask and immediately pestered him, "With your ability in Brittany, you can get a few shops in a good location with just a word."
"Don't mess around, Veronica. It's easy for me to get shops, but it'll be very troublesome if I have to return a favor." Laing paused for a moment and continued, "I won't be staying in Corona very often. About two to three months a year. I'll still be in my own territory most of the time. I'll leave this place to Laing. He'll take care of it."
Veronica raised her eyebrows slightly. She knew why Laing didn't want to stay in Corona for a long time. First, Corona was the capital of the Knight King's Kingdom. It was the home base of the Conservative Knights, and it was easy for him to run into trouble. As the representative of the Conservative Knights, Laing was very experienced in dealing with such problems. He also knew how to deal with the Conservative Knights. He could form a buffer zone between Laing and the Conservative Knights. On the other hand, if Laing stayed in Corona for a long time, it would be easy for him to get into direct conflict with the Conservative Knights.
The second reason was also related to the palace. As the Knight King, if Laing stayed in the palace of Corona, he would have to deal with extremely complicated rules and etiquette. After thousands of years, the Knight King had to deal with so many rules that even Laing felt a headache coming on. To put it simply, the Knight King couldn't even summon an ordinary knight, nor could he be alone with any minor noble. His every word and action would be recorded, and no matter what he did, there would always be someone following him and keeping him under strict control. Laing didn't like this.
Veronica knew Laing well. He didn't like to make changes to an existing building. He preferred to start from scratch.
When they arrived at another hotel, Duke Rubio and President Amancio were already there. Under the escort of dozens of Eagle Knights, Rubio, the Sungazer, was talking to Duke Hagan of Gisoleiox.
Duke Hagan was upright and brave. He was not a big noble who was good at internal affairs, so he spent most of his time in the Holy Grail Church in Colona, training his skills behind closed doors. He would only go back to his own territory to deal with important matters.
However, Duke Hagan was never a fool. Even though he rarely stayed in his duchy, he had a firm grasp on the appointment of personnel and the most elite army in Gisoleiox. He had always been monitoring the movements of the entire duchy to ensure that the regents and viceroys he appointed wouldn't abuse their power or become corrupt.
"Father!" Rubio was talking to Hagan. Both sides were talking and laughing. It seemed like this marriage was already set in stone. Seeing Juan come over, Rubio's face was full of pride. "Juan, long time no see. Sir Ryan, congratulations and thank you. Without you, Juan wouldn't be here today."
"This is all because of his hard work. It has nothing to do with me. Gold shines wherever it goes." Laing shook hands with Duke Rubio sincerely. "Welcome to my coronation ceremony. Also, President Amancio, welcome."
"Hahaha, you do need to welcome me," Amancio said. He walked to Laing's ear and whispered, "According to your request, I managed to hire a team of soldiers from Kislöw. They're the 'striped devils', Kislöw Örengrád Port Guards. They're all wearing blue and white striped shirts! They've already landed in Bordero. Your people are already there to receive them. "
"Is it Major-General Ivan?" Laing's eyes lit up. Kislöw Örengrád Sea Soul Guards, Kislöw's legendary army. Only someone like Amancio, who had countless connections and decades of experience, could get such a team of people.
Örengrád Sea Soul Guards. During the great Holy War, when Kislöw fell, a group of Kislöw marines wearing blue and white striped shirts from the Brittany Duchy of Kislöw managed to defend a stronghold for several months under the onslaught of the Chaos Army. They held on until the Chaos Army got tired of fighting and gave up on attacking them. When Ludwig the Savior led the Alliance of Order to attack Kislöw, he was surprised to find that Kislöw still had an army defending a small fortress.
This group of marines became the pride of Kislöw. At that time, Tsar gave them the highest honor and medal. Because they were all marines, Tsar conferred them the title of Örengrád Sea Soul Guards.
This was the story of the Örengrád Sea Soul Guards. Their fame spread throughout the old world. After more than a hundred years, they were now Örengrád's most elite troops. God knows how Amancio did it.
"Please allow me to correct a small mistake of yours." Amancio smiled and whispered in Laing's ear, "He's now Admiral Ivan. Female Tsar conferred this title to Katarín."
"Ha." Laing laughed sarcastically. What was this? Female Tsar's special gesture of goodwill? Or was it some kind of hint? He was directly promoted to Admiral. As a Ugor, Ivan could be promoted to Admiral. He probably never thought that such a day would come.
Just as Duke Rubio and President Amancio settled down, Laing immediately received even more shocking news.
The high elves' fleet had docked at Le-Ingoulan.
Tegris, the supreme mage of the White Tower of Hesse, the kingdom of the high elves, had once again arrived in the old world.
After receiving this news, Laing immediately rushed to Le-Ingoulan with people and finally met Tegris and his elite troops halfway.
After so many years, Laing warmly shook Tegris' hand. "Welcome, supreme mage of the White Tower. Because of your arrival, Brittany's weather has improved."
"No, it's the relationship between humans and elves that has improved." Tegris's pair of dead fish eyes stared at Laing. "You became king very quickly. I thought it would take another five to ten years."
"Hahaha, may I ask a presumptuous question?" Laing laughed. "Why are you here again this time?"
"Do you think that in the war council of Finnuba Phoenix King's Court, other than me, which Assur would be willing to come to this place that they see as poor, backward, barbaric, and ignorant?" Tegris said calmly. "If I don't come, no one from the high elves will come."
"Okay." Laing shook his head repeatedly. The arrogance of the high elves could really be summed up in one sentence.
I don't want you to think, I want me to think.
"Also, I have a message for you." Tegris leaned on Lilith's staff, his face still emotionless. "The emperor of the Empire, Karl-Franz, has set off from Brunswick."
"I know. I've already sent Lauren to wait for him at the border." Laing nodded. "I will have a formal meeting with him in Culona. This will be a historic moment. The emperor of the Empire and the king of Brittany have not met for nearly twenty years."
"Very good."
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