The Crewe Territory was established two hundred years ago after the Reagan ancestors defeated the barbarians on the Harrence Heights, and for historical reasons at the time, the Reagan ancestors promised their followers a certain right to elect.

That is, a certain segment of the Kru Collar has the right to elect those they consider competent to be elected to the local government.

Of course, there are some conditions for this selection system;

First of all, the person to be elected must be a nobleman, and secondly, the qualified 'citizen' must be a descendant of the officers and soldiers who fought with the Reagan family in the past, or have a certain social status.

Although there were many conditions for this 'civil right', the Reagan ancestors won the following of many nobles and soldiers with this 'fair' rule, and their armies were invincible in the war against the barbarians.

So

In fact, the Kru Territory practiced a management style of 'aristocracy' and 'civic politics' at the same time.

The advantages of this style of governance are obvious, it can effectively promote truly capable talents, but on the other hand, it leaves most of the ruler's power behind.

Under the terms of the 'civil rights', the posts of treasurer, foreign officer, tax collector and mayor of the towns are elected by the 'civil government'.

However, the supreme ruler of the realm has the right to veto.

Herman's statement that Sir Edwin is capable of succeeding him as treasurer is also based on these considerations.

Collier was half frightened by Herman's words, and he didn't dare to say a word anymore.

Pedi was also aware of the special political environment of the Territory of Crewe, and if he were an ordinary nobleman, he would be glad that the Territory had such a relatively fair system, and at the same time, he also knew that the system was more beneficial to the development of the territory.

But the ruler of the most territorial realm, he hates such a system... Although, he has the right to oppose everything, but the nobility also has the right to oppose him.

"Do you think I'll agree?"

This was asked by Pedi, and the object he asked was Cowlier.

"My lord, I have no intention of speculating on any of your thoughts..."

"Yes, you're not thinking, but you're doing!" Pedi interrupted Cowlier's explanation.

The old magician immediately shut up and bowed.

"Don't make such a pitiful look, I've seen too many people more pitiful than you in this war. Pedi had impatience in his tone, and he didn't know when he hated being pitiful in front of him.

"I agree with your plan. When the old magician's heart fell to the bottom, Pedi suddenly laughed, "Just let Baron Aemond investigate the case of '500,000 gold coins' according to your wishes." ”

Hearing this, Cowlier was full of excitement, and he subconsciously said, "That's not what I meant. ”

"Now it is. "I will make it clear in my letter of order to Baron Aemond, which is what the current Chief of Police, His Excellency Cowlier," said Pedi. ”

"Don't look like that. Peddy scolded, "Your pathetic look makes me look sick!" He frowned and paused for a few seconds as he asked, "Tell me what Sir Edwin has given you to do for him." ”

Cadier's question caused countless thoughts to flash through Cowlier's mind in an instant, but he replied with great speed: "The dividends of the Ocean House Chamber of Commerce, and a territory in the Beenburgh area... And a couple of women. ”

"You're so cheap. Pedi quipped, "I would have given you the title you deserved in my original plan, but now you don't need it. ”

Collier was shocked.

"You can deal with what he gives you, and I can give him what he needs. In Cowlier's astonished eyes, Pedi continued, "But he has to do something for me... I need him to help me investigate the smuggling routes of the merchants of the territory and the rebels in the Iruk region, and you tell him that he only has half a month. ”

Pedi smiled at this time, "I'm waiting for his answer. ”

In fact, Sir Edwin was supposed to stay in the position of Commissioner of Taxes for a while in Pedy's plan, because Pedi now needed a powerful aristocratic merchant to introduce a new tax policy for him to avoid tax evasion, tax evasion, and smuggling.

At the same time, he had to implement the fund-raising policy of the Central Empire, both to cultivate more merchant unions to serve him.

And all of this requires a nobleman with a fairly rich energy background to charge for him, Sir Edwin is both a famous leader of the Chamber of Commerce and the blood of a nobleman, which is not intended to be Pedy's best choice.

Pedy had investigated Sir Edwin beforehand, and he knew that with his character, he would not refuse such a condition. Now, since the other party took the initiative to jump in, Pedi naturally nodded in agreement, but it was accompanied by Pedi's vigilance and suspicion.

"Sir Edwin would be delighted to take on this task. Cowlier assured: "The task will be completed quickly." ”

"I hope so. Pedi said, "I'm waiting for your good news. He stared at his police chief: "You don't have to report anything to me until you have a result... I just want results!"

Collier was stunned,

Only now did he dare to raise his head ...

But there was no chance for him to speak now, for as soon as he looked up he saw Pedi waving.

He could only swallow the compliments back to his stomach and leave the study with Herman.

The cold wind blowing through the window at the end of the corridor outside the study made Collier shiver, and he only now found himself wet with cold sweat.

Did I underestimate this young ruler?

The old magician asked himself in his heart...

No, it's me who is too self-righteous!

He began to reflect on what he had done during this time, and it was his habit.

Good habits allowed him to survive several crises.

'It's me who gets carried away!'

Soon, Cowlier got the answer, and lately, he has indeed been too high-profile.

"Whew" exhaled a breath of hot air, and Cowlier looked ahead... Ahead, the steward Herman walked steadily, and as soon as he went out, he walked straight in the direction of the main hall, where there was still a banquet to coordinate.

Cowlier stared at Herman's back for a long time, until the other disappeared into the hallway, and the cold chill in his eyes flashed, which was quickly replaced by a delicate smile.

A few minutes later,

Collier appears in the ballroom.

Here, the person who should be cautious is no longer him, and the person who wants to slap him up is waiting in line for him.

But now, he needs to keep a low profile,

He reminded himself all the time in his heart.

"You don't seem happy?" said Sir Edwin behind Cowley.

After the old magician heard this familiar voice, the red wine in the glass wine glass in his hand trembled slightly, and then calmly returned: "No, I'm fine, I'm just thinking about some questions." ”

"But your face is covered in sweat. Sir Edwin shrugged.

"Baron Pedi summoned me just now, and the fireplace in his study was burning too brightly. Cowlier joked.

"I've always imagined what that study would look like. Sir Edwin had a smile on his face, "You're going to help me make that happen, aren't you?" he said, lowering his voice, "I've bought a barony in the southern part of Byan's Realm near the Garmic Plains. ”

The wrinkles on Cowlier's face piled up as the other man's words piled up, and he smiled brightly, because Baron Pedy had promised him that he could own the territory, so he took the initiative to clink glasses with Sir Edwin: "It's been a great collaboration. ”

"Yes, I'm looking forward to the next collaboration. Sir Edwin held his glass in both hands, smiled respectfully, and reminded him what to do.

"Soon!" said Cowlier, "Baron Pedi has agreed to your plan, Baron Aemond will soon receive orders, and you should now be ready to prove your loyalty to Baron Pedy." ”

The smile on Sir Edwin's face grew stronger as Cowlier's words grew, and when Cowlier mentioned loyalty, he immediately stated: "I can do anything, as long as I am given a chance." ”

"There's a chance now—" Cowlier stopped abruptly halfway through his words, his eyes drawn to Pety's lieutenant, Otwood, and Sir Edwin, who was halfway through but was speechless, and was about to ask when he saw Cowlier's reaction and immediately followed his gaze.

There, the Oldwood knight was whispering something to Don Wright, and when Cowrell took a sip of wine, Don Wright had already followed Otwood to the side door.

"A strong competitor!" Sir Edwin said.

"No, he can never be my competitor. Cowlier shook his head, "Baron Pedi will not reuse him, because he will never give his loyalty, for Don Wright, serving Baron Pedi is just a task, maybe this task will last a long time, even a lifetime, but it is only a task." ”

Sir Edwin smiled, "But I can see your concern. ”

"I'm worried that he's getting so attached to his mission that he's breaking the rules of the game. Cowlier's voice grew lower and lower.

"Then let him disappear?" said Sir Edwin, lowering his voice.

Cowlier shook his head, "The people of the 'Radiant Power' are a bunch of crazy people, we don't need to mess with these crazy people, we just need to stay away from them." ”

Sir Edwin was secretly relieved when he heard this, and he didn't want to provoke these madmen.

"You're coming to my office tomorrow morning, and now we should enjoy this rare banquet. "Don Wright was summoned by Pedy and Cowlier became alarmed, and he subconsciously wanted to distance himself from Sir Edwin.

...

Cowlier's evaluation of Don Wright is on point,

But what he doesn't know is that Pedi admires people like Don Wright more because Don Wright takes everything seriously.

That's what Pedi wants.

After summoning Collier and Herman, Pedi and Don Wright alone in the study for nearly an hour, and he did not stop talking to Don Wright until Eilefeld came to remind him that the banquet was almost over.

Pedi didn't speak at length, he just raised a glass of wine and walked up to Count Nellie and whispered to her.

In between the chats between Count Nellie and Pedy, Erin Phiel found an opportunity to interject: "The nobles are a little unaccustomed to the way you handle things. ”

She was referring to Pedi's performance at the banquet.

"They're going to get used to it. "Answer Count Nellie of Erin Fil.

Eileen was stunned for a moment, then nodded thoughtfully.

Pedi didn't pay attention to this issue, he looked at Count Nellie and whispered, "After the banquet, I will make an appointment with Viscount Ake... He didn't come to the banquet, and he probably didn't like it as much as I did. ”

"No, he just doesn't like banquets on other people's land, because here he is not destined to be the protagonist. "Count Nellie holds a grudge.

Pedi smiled noncommittally, "So, will you stay and join us in our meeting?"

"Looks like you've made your decision. Count Nellie was very clever, and she had already guessed Pedy's decision from the conversation, so she said, "I'd better wait quietly for the result." ”

"Your Excellency. Marquis Daisiri suddenly joined the conversation between the two, "Viscount Ark is no longer in Crewe City. ”

Count Nelly's face changed slightly, and Pedi frowned.

He left a message for the soldiers on guard. Marquis Daisiri paused as he said this, and after obtaining Pedy's consent, he said in front of Count Nelly, "He said that he would wait for your orders in the Combined Fleet." ”