Master Tongtian

Chapter 210 I didn’t expect it, I really didn’t expect it (14)

Moon Garden.

At six o'clock in the evening, the housekeeper Malkyri hurriedly knocked on the door of Sophia's bedroom.

"Madam, there is good news from Winter City."

Sofia was untying the hair ring with the help of the maid. After hearing this, she felt a little strange.

"What good news can there be in Winter City? The Duke is kind enough to reduce taxes?"

"Come in and talk, Malkyri."

Malkyri pushed open the door and entered the house, stood behind the coral screen, and began to report the good news.

"Madam, there is news from Winter City that six days ago, the master of weapon refining, Baron Alex de Sano, fell ill and died suddenly."

"What?!"

Sophia's heart was shocked, and all kinds of emotions surged through her heart.

It was a bit sad, because after all, the person who died was the Archmage who was close to her age. When the other person died, she naturally thought that she was not too old.

She was seventy percent relieved. As an old rival for many years, these years had put tremendous pressure on her. If he hadn't been influencing the Duke in various ways, the Duke would not have continued to increase the taxes in the highlands.

Now that he's dead, the pressure is gone.

The last two points are doubts.

As far as he knew, the two brothers of the Sano family had always been in good health. Not only did they have strong magical powers, but they also had many children.

Electrolux has two sons and two daughters, and Feren has two sons and three daughters. Although they are not very promising, they are not ridiculous. It is completely enough to inherit the family business smoothly.

With such a strong body and a noble and comfortable life, why did the person suddenly disappear?

She never imagined that something like this would happen.

Sophia asked: "What disease do you have?"

Considering that the Sano brothers were both romantic, she suspected that they might have some kind of internal disease.

But that’s not right either.

Even if he contracted a heart disease, given Electrolux's status, it would only be a minor scabies disease. The chief priest of the temple would naturally cure him, and it would definitely not develop to the point where he would die from it.

Another thought came to mind.

"Is it going to be windy soon? This possibility is quite high."

While thoughts were swirling, Malkyri's voice came into the room.

"Madam, the situation is not clear, but it is not an ordinary illness. It seems to be related to heavenly things."

Sophia was shocked and asked no more questions: "I understand, please step back."

After saying that, he immediately remembered something and said immediately: "Wait a minute!"

"I'm here, ma'am."

"Send a messenger and send a letter to the major lord families in the Highlands overnight, saying that a meeting of the Highland lords will be held the day after tomorrow to discuss how to solve the chaos in Crescent Town."

I originally planned to make good preparations before holding the meeting of lords, but after Electrolux died, there was nothing to prepare for.

"Yes, ma'am."

Sofia asked again: "Malkyri, do you think Feren would do this?"

As a political veteran who has assisted Sophia for many years, Malkyri naturally thought about this issue and said at this time.

"Without the support of Electrolux, Feren is just a lord of a prosperous highland town. He is no longer qualified to covet the position of highland lord."

"Although Feren is hypocritical and self-interested, he has a keen sense of the changes in the situation. He should be greatly restrained. At the same time, it is very likely that he will stand beside Fubosi and support him to become the next earl."

Sophia probably thought the same, and asked: "Fobos or Chabolai, which one do you think is more suitable?"

Malkyri immediately said: "Madam, with my limited knowledge, I dare not speak nonsense."

"There are no outsiders here, you can just say whatever you want and just have a normal chat."

Malkyri lowered his voice: "Madam, why not let God choose? Whoever God chooses is who."

Sofia laughed: "You old thing, you are more slippery than the mice in the kitchen. This problem is indeed difficult for you, go and do the work."

"Thank you for your understanding, ma'am."

Malkyri quickly exited the room.

After the door closed, Sophia fell into deep thought.

"Fourbos or Chaballet?"

Admittedly, this time, Fubos's performance greatly disappointed her.

But except for this recent time, Xia Bolay had never satisfied her.

Both children are useless, so it will be difficult no matter what choice they make.

"Hey~ forget it~ Malkyri is right, leave this difficult problem to God."

Soon, messengers set off from Silver Moon Castle and rushed to the towns in Huangshui Highlands.

Originally there were six towns in the Highlands, but now that Yuehui Town is gone, there are five towns.

On the afternoon of the next day after the courier started delivering the letters, Chabolai still ate and lived with the refugees at the racecourse, deepening their relationship.

Harrick played the role of a political officer, responsible for handling all kinds of trivial matters, and was very busy.

As for Rosen, once things get on track, he will be free.

At this time, he stayed in the nearby Maple Leaf Castle, drinking tea and chatting with Bilgu.

Bilgu loved his home-brewed moonshine wine and drank it mainly.

He took a sip of wine and spoke slowly.

"There will be a meeting of Highland Lords tomorrow. At the meeting, the final decision will be made on who will solve the chaos in Crescent Town."

"Now, I will give you a detailed introduction to the situation in the five highland towns."

Rosen immediately pricked up his ears and listened carefully.

Bilgu took another sip of wine and spoke softly.

"In order of scale, the five towns in Huangshui are Linhu Town of the Sano family, Maple Leaf Town of my family, Ash Town of the La Fongle family, Fanggu Town of the Morrow family, and Riverside Town of the Dumont family."

"There used to be the Feilin family's Yuehui Town, but unfortunately it is now a thing of the past."

Rosen likes to drink warm water, so he holds the cup of boiled water and takes a sip from time to time.

Bilgu was puzzled: "Why do you like drinking this tasteless stuff so much?"

Rosen pretended to have a profound smile: "It's tasteless at first, but if you taste it carefully, it has a variety of flavors."

Bilugu was startled: "Really?"

Rosen laughed and returned to normal: "No, it's just a habit of drinking. Oops~ Old sir, let's continue talking about the five towns."

Bilgu continued to introduce.

"The total population of the five towns is about 650,000, accounting for nearly 70% of the entire Gaotai. The remaining 30% belongs to Silver Moon Castle."

"The power of Silver Moon Castle has a huge advantage, but the opinions of the barons cannot be ignored. After all, if many important things are to be done smoothly, the support of the barons is indispensable."

Rosen nodded in agreement. The barons controlled a lot of resources and had a high reputation among the people.

If they really don't cooperate, Silver Moon Castle will suddenly become a lonely family, and it will be very uncomfortable to do things.

Taking another sip of moonshine wine, Bilgu narrowed his eyes and smiled.

"There are only two ways to deal with Crescent Town this time. Either continue to let Fu Bos handle it, or let Xia Bolai take over."

Rosen understood: "The Earl and the five lords will vote together. Whoever votes more votes will deal with the mess in Crescent Town?"

"right."

Bilegu continued his analysis: "Chabolai was very ridiculous in the past, so everyone agreed that Vobos was the candidate for the next earl, so there was nothing to say."

"But things are different now."

"In my estimation, Linhu Town, Hepan Town, and Fanggu Town should support Fubos. And I naturally support Xia Bolai."

"As for Hearth Town, although Baron La Fongle is a good friend of mine, and his son Master Hal is also a good friend of yours, normal friendship is not reliable in the face of such a big event. I guess he will remain neutral."

Rosen understood: "Three to one is not an advantage."

Bilgu nodded, but then shook his head.

"It is true that Chabollet does not have an advantage, but don't forget to ask for the count's vote. The count's vote is used as a second vote. If she supports Chabollet, it will be a tie."

Rosen pinched his chin: "The count naturally supports Chabolais, but it is only a tie, with one vote left. Old gentleman, is there room for canvassing?"

Bilugu smiled and said, "Actually, we don't need to worry too much."

"Because before the meeting, the count must exchange ideas with the lords in private. If she insists on supporting Chapollet, she will transfer some benefits in exchange for the support of the lords. Therefore, the resolution will definitely be passed."

Rosen nodded to express his understanding, but felt that it was inappropriate to rely entirely on the earl for mediation.

"Madam is getting old, and Chapollet should have her own strength. We can't rely on Madam for protection in everything. Maybe we should do something to share Madam's pressure."

Bilegu nodded in agreement: "That's what you said."

If the earl is young and powerful, then his subordinates will naturally have to restrain themselves to avoid arousing suspicion. But the earl has reached the age to determine the heir, so the heir must perform well and show his abilities as much as possible.

It would definitely not be possible to rely on Xia Bolay, he would have to have his subordinates help him plan.

Bielgu thought for a moment and said: "I will try my best to convince Baron La Fongle. I am about 60 to 70% sure."

"As for Linhu Town in Sano, you have offended Feren so badly this time that you will definitely not be able to say anything. And Baron Dumont from Riverside Town is the father-in-law of Fubos, so he can't say anything either."

“The rest is Fanggu Town.”

"The current lord of Fanggu Town, Baron Moreau, is also the son-in-law of Baron Dumont and the brother-in-law of Vobos. There was no chance to convince him, but fortunately, Baron Moreau has a biological sister."

Speaking of this, Bilgu looked at Rosen: "You happen to know this biological sister because she is Sir Rust's wife."

Rosen was startled, and then asked: "How does the old gentleman know that I know Sir Rust?"

Bilgu laughed, drinking and laughing at the same time. He laughed so teasingly that Rosen was a little confused.

After finally finishing laughing, he began to explain: "Because Rust's manor is nearby. And because of your paintings, the couple had a complete quarrel, hehe."

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He then thought of the custom-made painting that Mrs. Last had ordered for 6,000 crowns, and felt very bad.

Drawing erotic pictures seems to be getting you into big trouble.

Bilegu said: "You go back later and go to Lily Manor to help the couple ease their relationship."

"It doesn't matter, Mr. Rust. The important thing is to appease Mrs. Rust, the sister of the lord of Fanggu Town."

"After you calm down, let Mrs. Rust help you persuade Baron Moreau, and things will turn around."

Rosen's heart moved: "Mrs. Rust is already married, but she still has such great influence on Baron Moreau?"

Bilegu had a meaningful look on his face: "That woman is not simple, she has great influence. Her opinions are very important in the Morrow family."

Rosen's heart moved. He thought of the winery where Mrs. Last was married and had an annual income of 12,000 crowns. He immediately knew that what Bielgu said was absolutely right.

So, he nodded and agreed: "Then I will go now."

After saying goodbye to Bilugu, he got into the carriage and quickly left Maple Leaf Manor.

After walking on the road for a while, there is a fork in the road ahead. The left side goes back to the city, and the right side leads to a manor.

Rosen looked at the road sign at the fork in the road and found that it was Lily Manor, Mr. Rust's property.

He raised his head and looked at the sky. It was almost five o'clock in the afternoon, and then gave instructions to the coachman.

"Joy, you send me to Lily Manor, and then go back and report to Madam, saying that I will rest at Lily Manor tonight to solve business problems."

There was no need to rest, but because it was late, the city gate was closed after a slight delay. Joey was asked to go back to report the news in order to avoid Thrandis and Gendeloni worrying.

"Yes, Master."

The carriage turned around and drove towards Lily Manor.

Soon, the carriage stopped in front of Lily Manor, and an old butler with gray hair came up to him with a puzzled look on his face.

"Sir, what is your purpose of coming?"

Rosen opened the car window and asked: "I am Sir Philander, and I want to come to visit Mr. Rust. Is he there?"

Naturally, the old housekeeper had heard of Rosen's name and immediately said: "What a coincidence, both Mr. and Mrs. are here. But their current relationship is not very harmonious."

Rosen came here to solve the problem and said: "Please go and report it. If Mr. Rust doesn't welcome you, I will go back right away."

"Just a moment, Sir Philander."

The old butler turned and returned to the manor.

About a quarter of an hour later, he came back: "Sir Philander, sir and madam, you are very welcome and feel very honored by your arrival."

Rosen got off the carriage and said, "Excuse me, old gentleman, please lead the way for me."

The butler waved his hands repeatedly: "I am not an old gentleman, I am the butler Lovi. You can just call me by my first name."

In this case, Rosen asked: "Butler Lowe, regarding the quarrel between Mr. and Madam, who do you think is at fault?"

He didn't expect to get a valuable answer, so he just asked as a test. If there was an answer, that would be great. If there wasn't, it didn't matter.

Unexpectedly, Butler Luo Wei's face immediately showed a look of disgust.

"Of course it's your fault, sir!"

"Our lady, ahem~~ Madam is beautiful and gentle, generous to her husband, and she never goes out to flirt with women."

"That guy suspected that my wife was having an affair with a man outside. What an ungrateful bastard!"

Rosen's heart moved, and he immediately knew that this housekeeper should be the domestic servant brought by Mrs. Rust from Fanggu Town. He was a person of the lord of Fanggu Town, so he naturally turned to his young lady.

Considering that Mr. Rust relies on his wife for everything and is absolutely miserable at home, it is no wonder that he wants to buy paintings to sort out his wife's disputes.

"Excuse me for being rude, Butler Lovi, but Madam really doesn't have any intimate relationship with any man outside?"

Butler Lowe immediately swore an oath.

"Absolutely not! I know that everyone has said that Madam and Sir Heidner are having an affair, but that is just a malicious arrangement made by Madam to make Sir angry. She was specially made to appear to annoy him."

Rosen believed half of what he said, but he also confirmed one thing, that is, the facts should be quite different from the situation described in the letter.

He secretly wondered: "I really didn't expect this to be the case."