Chapter 21: Wooing
Two Imperial Counts?!
In normal times, a small baron family like Bruce could have something to do with an earl, enough for them to show off excitedly for days.
But now at this juncture, two Imperial Counts have come running...... How can the Bruce family be able to do it, where can they afford such a "heavy" gift!
In addition to the expected Earl of Bealzot, and this Silvio, also from the province of Edinburgh? Earl of Hilton. Although the two counts were smiling and easy-going, they did not shout and kill as soon as they came up. But aren't all nobles like this, maintaining the graceful demeanor of a gentleman at all times. When the order was given to kill, the face was also full of gentleness.
It's just that the surname Hilton seems to be a little familiar. Have you heard about it somewhere lately?
The patriarch and the old butler glanced at each other, both of them equally confused.
"Father." Owen came out of the crowd and came to the Silvio? In front of the Earl of Hilton, he shouted respectfully.
The patriarch and the old housekeeper glanced at each other again, and this time both of them had excitement and abruptness in their eyes: "Your own people? ”
"Hmm." Silvio? The Earl of Hilton looked majestically at his only son, and did not speak. But in his heart, he was a little disappointed.
He gave Owen the task of wooing Anthony in the hope that his son would take this opportunity to make a great contribution to the family and establish himself as the next patriarch and heir to the family. After all, although Owen is his own son, he is almost a sure heir. But he has a detached personality and does not do his job, and many people in the clan think that it is not appropriate to hand over the position of patriarch to him. If he can bring a big master to the family, he can eliminate a lot of resistance.
Moreover, the age difference between Owen and Anthony is not far apart. If you can establish a deep personal relationship, you will be a hardcore team and confidant. In the future, Anthony will grow up and be an important talent that the family can rely on as a dry city.
For such an important and far-reaching matter, I left it to Owen to deal with. It is not only a test for him, but also a kind of expectation for the father to his son.
Unfortunately, now it seems that Owen screwed things up. Because, he brought in the Count of Bearzot.
Wooing and recruiting a rising star of the empire like Anthony is not absolutely certain. But as long as you are willing to work hard and impress the other party with patience and sincerity, you may not have no chance.
This is in the absence of external interference.
The sudden addition of a formidable competitor to Count Bealzot will inevitably make the task of solicitation more difficult and more variable.
And this situation could have been avoided. With Owen's status as a viscount, coupled with the fame and power of the Hilton family, it is still very certain to suppress things within the boundaries of small towns and counties, and to deal with the Francisco family. That Baron Holysandro should never be allowed to poke things in front of Count Bealzot.
But Owen didn't stop it, even a little conniving.
Although, he also informed himself of what happened and the reason for doing so. But the reasons he gave were not shared by Count Silvio. That's why he hurried over and took care of the matter himself.
His arrival also means that Owen's assessment has failed. Although he did not lose his qualifications as an heir, there was no doubt that in his father's heart, he was deducted points.
Owen is well aware of this. But he was just standing behind his father, and he even had a faint smile on his face.
Anthony also stepped forward and greeted the two counts: "Count Silvio, Count Bealzot, we meet again." ”
Count Silvio smiled and said, "Yes, Brother Anthony, we meet again." ”
Count Bearzot had a guilty and indignant expression: "Mr. Anthony, I'm sorry. This time, I didn't discipline the people below and caused you trouble. I have brought the patriarch of the Francisco family, and you have the final say on what to do with it. I don't have a word for it! ”
He waved his hand back, and two samurai escorted a man in his fifties and walked up.
The patriarch and the old butler behind Anthony looked at it as the patriarch of the Francisco family.
Both of them were already a little numb from shock. What happened today was beyond their imagination, and the scenes happening in front of them were scenes they could never have dreamed of.
Anthony's rocket-like rush of force and acquaintance with Owen, the young viscount, was enough to surprise them. Now it seems that he also has a close relationship with the two counts. Moreover, both counts were very polite to him. To put it mildly, it's already a bit flattering. But in front of the public, the two Imperial Counts did not feel any embarrassment at all. In the eyes of an old fox like the patriarch, they may even be deliberately letting everyone see their attitude.
What was Anthony's charm that would make the two Imperial Counts so naked as to woo him?
As for the threat posed by the Francisco family, there was no need to think about it anymore.
The patriarch and the old butler remembered what Owen had said last time: "Baron Holysandro, don't blame me for not reminding you. If you offend Anthony, Count Bearzot will no longer be your supporter. ”
It turned out that they had known for a long time, so no wonder Anthony was not worried at all. It's that I and others are worried about it in vain.
The Francisco family knelt on the ground, their heads bowed, their faces full of fear.
He couldn't help but be afraid. The attitude of the two imperial counts can be seen as long as their eyes are not blind. And the object of their deliberate overtures, the lord boy, was the target of his own order to kill. The family is definitely kicking on the iron plate this time, and it is a big iron plate that has burned red.
However, he was wronged! Until now, he didn't know what the young lord was all about. I don't even know how to die, this patriarch really can't be blinded.
He still remembered the scene when he took his son to ask for an audience with the earl......
"Lord Count, you are in charge of us! You see, Ho Lai Sandro has been beaten like this. The patriarch cried to the Count of Bealzot.
Count Bearzot was really furious: "Who is so bold that even my men dare to fight? Didn't you give me my name? ”
Ho Lai Sandro clutched his chest and said with difficulty: "Lord Count, I have already explained that I am doing something for you. But the other party didn't care at all, and laughed wantonly. ”
"Come on, go and ask Mr. Alfredo to come over, and I'll see for myself what is sacred over there." Ho Lai Sandro is a bronze mid-rank, and he also lost in one move. It seems that it will take Alfredo, the silver fighter, to control the scene.
Ho Lai Sandro knew that this count was the strongest man under him, and his heart was overjoyed. Don't forget to flatter: "With Mr. Alfredo's shot, that Anthony will definitely be able to catch it." This time, let's see how this kid still runs out of the palm of the earl's hand. Hmph, a little lord, dare to ......"
Hearing the words "Anthony", the Count couldn't help but be stunned. That's a familiar name! And it still seems to be a very important name. While he was thinking about it, he suddenly heard "Little Lord" again, and the Count immediately thought of who this man was.
"That Anthony, what's his last name? Isn't it Bruce? The Count rushed to Holysandro at once, and asked in a loud voice.
"Yes, yes." Ho Lai Sandro was taken aback by the Count and would only subconsciously answer the Count's question.
Receiving an affirmative answer, the Count was furious and shouted out to the door: "Someone! ”
Four samurai entered.
The Count pointed to Holysandro and his son, and said, "Take these two guys down for me." ”
While Ho Lai Sandro and the two of them were at a loss, not knowing what they had done wrong, the Count was muttering to himself. They didn't see that the Earl, who was still thunderous and angry just now, was smiling excitedly on the corner of his mouth.
"I thought I wouldn't have a chance, but I didn't expect these two fools to create such a great opportunity for me. However, I will not be able to reward you for this merit, and I will trouble you to sacrifice it to appease the anger of the young man. ”
The more the Count thought about it, the more excited he became, and as he got up and walked out, he commanded in a loud voice: "Prepare the horses, and let the captain of the guard bring men to follow." Also, remember to bring those two unlucky bastards. ”
Two unlucky eggs are a must-have.
Of course, Alfredo, the silver fighter, doesn't have to.