Chapter 1,446: Fooling left and right(1/3)
Come whatever you want.
Zong Shen understood everything when he saw the subtle changes in the expression on Viscount Albert's face.
The other party didn't know that Marquis Eckmeledin Clift had also sent an envoy here.
Perhaps he was not as loyal to Grand Duke Chloë as he appeared to be.
At the same time, this also means that Zong Shen's rapidly growing territory is no longer a secret to the aboriginal forces in the area.
To this, he did not answer immediately, but glanced at Albert Jenkins with a half-smile.
Then he spoke in a playful tone: "Sir Albert, it seems that Marquis Cliff's mind is more delicate than what you described."
"Behold, his messengers are waiting for my audience."
The situation in front of me proved that Marquis Eckmeledin Clift was careful.
Moreover, Archduke Chloé did not consult with him about the actions in this area.
The relationship between the two people is not as close as Viscount Albert said.
Otherwise, they would not have sent envoys to Zong Shen's territory on the same day to try to communicate.
Faced with this embarrassing question, Viscount Albert smiled coquettishly.
He didn't open his mouth to refute, and he had no intention of refuting.
In the eyes of the indigenous people, it is natural for the big nobles to exploit the small nobles.
Just like the petty nobles exploiting the farmers under their command.
Because of this, Archduke Chloé had no intention of discussing with Marquis Eckmeledin Clift in advance.
He just needs to talk to Zong Shen.
Then decide the subsequent strategy based on the results of the discussion.
Zong Shen did not continue to taunt.
Through the verbal test just now, he gradually understood how to take the upper hand.
"Do you plan to accompany me here to receive the envoy of Marquis Eckmeledin Clift, or are you going to take a rest first?"
He spoke again.
Albert hesitated for a moment and decided to stay.
He is the viscount who follows the Grand Duke and is considered a confidant.
Among the human nobles of the Endless Continent, it is not uncommon for small nobles to serve big nobles.
Many minor nobles would try their best to let their nephews serve as servants of the larger nobles.
Therefore, the messenger from the giant city of Dagalisni may not be able to recognize him.
And based on Albert's understanding of Marquis Eckmeledin Clift, there is no way that he would come here in person.
Therefore, he planned to stay here and see what the Marquis's envoy would say.
Zong Shen could roughly guess Albert's intention.
This didn't surprise him at all.
Shrugging, he motioned for Viscount Albert to take his seat again.
He turned to the hero who came to report and gave instructions loudly.
"Bring the messenger here."
"Find an intermediate space mage to open a passage and save yourself the hassle of trekking on horseback."
The hero simply accepted the order and left.
Viscount Albert could only do as he was told.
However, after sitting down again, he took off the city emblem that he and his accompanying men wore on their chests.
Zong Shen, who was sitting in the big seat, lowered his eyes and looked like he was dozing off.
In fact, he caught all of Albert's little moves from the corner of his eye.
I couldn't help but laugh in my heart.
He found the petty petty intrigues between nobles and this kind of relationship without any friendship or credibility very interesting to him.
About a moment later, there was a flash of blue light outside the door. With the help of space displacement magic, several envoys from the giant city of Dagalisini quickly arrived here.
They were guided into the living room.
After seeing Zong Shen, he immediately bowed and saluted.
"Hello, distinguished lord."
"I am Hisham Conway, Chief Administrative Officer of Dagalisni and Baron of the Kingdom."
The middle-aged man wearing a crystal monocle bowed again.
He was accompanied by a space mage and two heavily armored warriors carrying axes and shields.
Zong Shen waved his hand and motioned for him to take a seat, but did not introduce himself.
He didn't ask until Hisham Conway sat on the chair next to him.
"Messenger from the great city of Dagalisni."
"I heard that you brought the greetings and friendship of Marquis Ecmeledin Clift?"
He rested his right elbow on the armrest of the chair, tilted his head slightly, and asked in a lazy and casual tone.
At this time, Baron Hisham Conway was quietly looking at Viscount Albert sitting opposite with thoughtful eyes.
In the Kingdom of Avalon, whether they are honorary nobles or fiefdom nobles.
There are so many minor nobles with sons and barons.
However, as a political officer, Baron Hisham Conway's keen observation skills still discovered some situations.
"The silk scarf on the neckline is woven from the finest southern mulberry silk."
"The boots on my feet are also made from popular craftsmanship in the Southern Region..."
He was suspicious.
But before he could further speculate on the origins of Viscount Albert, Zong Shen spoke.
Therefore, he could only gather his thoughts and focus on dealing with this mysterious lord.
After a brief pause, Hisham Conway replied in as calm and clear a tone as possible.
"Come here under the orders of the Marquis of the Eastern Region of Avalon, the master of the Clift family, and the leader of the prosperity of Dagarisni... Lord Ecmeleddin Clift."
As usual, there is another ridiculously long title introduction.
The nobles of the Endless Continent are just like this.
It seems that the longer the title, the more impressive one is.
In fact, many titles are self-imposed and have no reference value.
After the introduction, Hisham Conway changed the subject.
"My Lord Marquis hopes to conclude a friendship and neighbor agreement with you."
"Including detailed rules for mutual assistance, trade exchanges, territorial negotiations, etc..."
This guy stepped into the role of lobbyist and actually introduced it seriously.
Zong Shen did not interrupt his speech, but looked at Viscount Albert while listening.
The other party's expression was awkward at first, and then became solemn.
It's like they haven't said hello to the giant city of Dagalisini when they came here.
Marquis Eckmeledin Clift also did not report the arrangements to the Grand Duke.
The relationship between the two parties has a feeling of being in name only.
Baron Hisham Conway spoke for a quarter of an hour.
During this period, several "favorable" cooperation conditions were also proposed.
This chapter is not finished yet, please click on the next page to continue reading the exciting content! For example, the giant city of Dagalisini is willing to exempt Zong Shen’s merchants from half of the commodity tax.
They are also willing to sell food at lower prices.
I barely listened to him finish all this nonsense.
Zong Shen twisted his neck.
He has no interest in these conditions, and naturally he cannot feel the slightest sincerity.
During this period, he used the strategy module to check the information and learned about the inference made by Marquis Ekmeledin Clift not long ago.
In fact, that guy was just a messenger sent because he was timid and cautious.
To be continued...