Sunlight is always accompanied by shadows, and the key is whether you want to see sunlight or shade. As the Cordillera Collar prospered, so did crime, most notably smuggling. To this end, the Cordillera Collar has stepped up its crackdown, and the judiciary has set up a number of anti-smuggling teams, whose main task is to stop smuggling against the Green Elves...... There is also an increasing number of cases of some Green Elves and mercenaries taking advantage of various opportunities to carry food and other supplies, and the anti-smuggling posts set up continue to catch those who illegally carry weapons and food and try to enter the territory of Green Elves, mainly some mercenaries, and there is no shortage of Green Elves.

Lord Severea, the Cordillera magistrate, had already proposed to Hathaway that the captured entrainees be dealt with with more severely, otherwise the phenomenon would worsen, and this kind of punishment was too easy for the criminals, at most they would not be paid for a month or two.

Mercenaries are a huge group in the Titan world, and Hathaway doesn't want to make the relationship with the mercenary union too stiff, and she is not unclear about some small actions that the green elves have to do in order to live, as long as it is not too excessive, she will not deliberately care, of course, the kind of collusion with those merchants of the Cordillera to carry out large-scale smuggling must not be tolerated...... Sometimes she wondered why the green elves weren't as noble as their close relatives, the forest elves.

Of course, the Cordillera is also under a lot of pressure, and the businessmen have repeatedly asked the Governor Petro. Hughes demanded that the food be removed from strategic supplies, but this was not approved. As long as the war does not completely subside, it is impossible for her to take out the food alone, and the war is fought by the consumption of materials, and she will certainly not lift the ban. What's more, she also needs to use this method to slowly divide the interior of the Green Elf Alliance, and it seems that the opportunity has come in front of her.

Seeing the different expressions of the three leaders in front of her, Hathaway knew that she had faintly grasped the initiative, and the leader of the Celestial Bull tribe named Sivir had a look of envy in his eyes, from the large glass on the window to the floor-to-ceiling mirror next to the curtain. From the beautiful magic crystal ceiling lamp on the ceiling to the soft and comfortable silk embroidered soft chair, this guy is full of reluctance in his eyes...... Let's be honest. From these green elves. She really didn't see any grace.

That alone was enough, though, though the other two were quite calm, especially the guy named Hammond. But as long as there is a crack in the whole, it is equivalent to the whole no longer exists. Opening a fortress doesn't require a gate to be opened. All you need to pry open is a crack to break it.

Before coming to the Lord's Mansion, the three of Karachi had quietly walked around Yale and other places. The trio even secretly sneaked into the mountains of Brinia to observe, and according to the regulations, the northern part of the province of Kasef was temporarily closed to people who did not have a special pass. The trio had only been granted a regular pass issued by the Lord's House of the Cordillera and were not eligible to enter there.

The changes in the Cordillera and the surrounding area shattered the trio's self-confidence at once.

The prosperity and wealth of the Cordillera were all breathtaking, and Karachi was mentally prepared under Hall's introduction, but he was still completely impressed, the Cordillera, which was still deserted more than two years ago, has changed so dramatically, it would be far-fetched and self-defeating to just use the luck of the other party to explain it.

As for Hammond and Siwell, they were even more shaken by this situation, and Hammond began to doubt his initial opinion, perhaps Karachi was right, and a look at it would help him change his impression. And as the impression changes, it seems that one's own perception should also change.

In fact, when Yale left for Mandy Gaza, the trio had already tentatively agreed to provide eighteen Komodo warrior bears in advance to meet the needs of the Cordilera, and in their view, giving gifts first would at least greatly enhance the relationship between the two parties, and could also lay a good basis for the next step in discussing substantive issues.

Hathaway was very satisfied with these gifts, originally she only hoped to get a pair of Komodo war bears so that she could breed and breed herself, but it seems that these green elves have higher expectations, otherwise they would not take out eighteen Komodo war bears at once to please themselves, this is a good start, Hathaway is not worried about the other party will make any unacceptable demands, she believes that she can firmly control these green elves, because they are no longer a solid whole.

Before that, Hathaway also got some not-so-good news, Petro. Hughes was already on his way back to the Cordillera, and the two main armies of the Empire were already in full swing, but Grand Duke Cassef was very deferential, and made almost no action except for a painless speech with a solemn face, and even suspended the movement of the army that had been intended to regroup.

Anomalies are harbingers of conspiracy, as Hathaway learned from the veterans, especially since even some of Archduke Casseff's most loyal allies remained unusually silent, seemingly succumbing to the Empire's aggressiveness.

This seems to be a good thing to be optimistic about, but intuition tells Sù Hathaway that there are probably too many murderous intentions hidden behind this, and the more calm and normal it is, the more it portends something, but Hathaway can't think of what Archduke Carsel is going to do now, and what he can say he dares to do.

Even with the full support of the other great lords, it may be a little difficult to fight against the imperial army, and the lords of the south are too busy to provide much substantial support and assistance to Grand Duke Kasef, and the lords of the north simply do not have the extra strength to ask about the others, and the empire probably saw this before daring to make such a bold ruling.

But the Grand Guild of Casif is so willing to fail?

Hathaway didn't believe it, Archduke Casif was definitely not such a person, he must be brewing something, maybe even a one-hit kill, planning and then moving has always been what this old thing believes in, before being absolutely sure, his immobility is often interpreted as cowardice and cowardice, but Hathaway knows that this is the moment when the viper first tightens up his body before attacking. If that person despises him, he will definitely pay a terrible price.

Hathaway has no ability to change this, and she can't interfere with the decisions of the central government and the changes in the situation, the only thing she can do is probably to try to increase her power by herself, don't look at the rapid development of Cordillera during this time, but the background is far from enough, Hathaway knows that the Cordillera Territory that is developing must not withstand frequent wars, which is exactly what she tries to avoid.

The seizure of control of the northern part of the province of Kasef was to improve his own strength, and the visit of the Green Elves seemed to be an opportunity as well. But it's up to you to grasp it. Green elves, like barbarians, are a double-edged sword, a sharp weapon to kill enemies when used well, and a sharp tool to carve an epitaph for themselves if used badly.

Whatever Grand Duke Casserf will do next. The question of the green elves has always existed. Since they have become their neighbors, they can't help but face them. They have demands, desires, and difficulties, but at the same time, they also have strength, opportunities, and hopes, and if they can establish a good and harmonious relationship with these people. Perhaps in the various crises and difficulties they may face in the future, they may also provide themselves with unexpected help.

"Chief, Carachi, welcome to the Cordillera, and on behalf of all the people of the Cordillera, I would like to express my sincere pleasure at the visit of our neighbors."

Hathaway made a mage salute, then pretended to look at the two people next to Karachi, "Can you introduce me to your two friends?" We Cordillera people are quite hospitable. ”

"Dear Marquis, you've probably heard of it. Our Tianlu tribe is a member of the Trinity Tribal, these two are the leaders of the Aquila and the Celestial Bull tribe, this is the leader of the Hammond tribe of the Aquila tribe, this is the leader of the Celestial Bull tribe, the leader of Hammond is my elder, and the leader of Sivir is my good brother. This time, eighteen Komodo Battle Bear cubs, five each provided by the Aquila Tribe and the Tena Tribe as a sign of respect for our neighbors. ”

Karachi was pleased with Hathaway's warmth and respect, which made him feel very embarrassed, especially in front of the leaders of the two brother tribes.

"Thank you to the three chiefs for their kindness, the Komodo War Bear is a specialty of the Green Elves, I like it very much, and I also hope to be able to form a team of War Bear Knights, I don't expect to be able to use the War Bear to build a strong force, but you all know that there are people of all races in my territory, and I need an armed force with deterrent power to show them. That's why I wanted to get the Komodo Bears, and I talked to the Karachi Chieftain about it, hoping it wouldn't cause you to misunderstand. Hathaway explained with a smile as she gestured for the three of them to take their seats.

"Lord Marquis, I have already explained your idea to the two leaders, and they are very supportive of your idea, if it weren't for the fact that the number of Komodo War Bears in our Three Days Tribe is also very limited, we are more than willing to provide you with more War Bears."

Hathaway was also very surprised by the sleekness of the Karachi watch. It seems that these green elves have also gradually learned the hypocrisy and showmanship of humans in the process of dealing with humans.

This is a good sign because it makes them more realistic and profit-oriented. But it is also a sadness, because they will gradually lose the innocence inherent in the elves, but Hathaway still hopes that they can adapt to this world more quickly, and not close themselves in that world, because she also needs them.

"Three leaders, I am very grateful to you for your selfless help Hathaway, maybe Cordillera will still need it in the future, but I hope that it is based on the equality and mutual assistance of both sides, mutual benefit." Hathaway nodded and smiled, "How's that?" Leader of Karachi, it's been smooth for so long, right? ”

"Thank you Lord Marquis for your concern, we Green Elves will not beat around the bush, please forgive me for being blunt, if Lord Hathaway can make your anti-smuggling team less strict, or if Lord Marquis can open up the Cordillera grain export to our territory, maybe our land will be much better." Karachi regained his "frankness" at this time, and Hathaway had to admit that the guy had learned to adapt too quickly.

"Hehe, Chief Karachi, you are joking, the anti-smuggling team is a subordinate of the magistrate, and it is not under my jurisdiction, but it should be pointed out that as long as the export license handled by the lord's mansion is obtained, the anti-smuggling team will never cause trouble, they are just strictly enforcing the law, this is my request, and it is the requirement of the law, otherwise they are derelict in their duties.

As for the issue of opening up the free trade in grain...... Hehe, I don't need to say that you also know that it is a time of war, and every material must be under control. If it is open...... Don't you think it's too hard for me, Chief, Karachi? You should know how much Cordillera has to know, even if I don't think about myself, I have to think about the people in my territory. Hathaway said helplessly.

"What's more, if you think about it, my Cordillera policy towards you elves can be said to be quite lenient, except for grain exports, which country and force exports weapons, armor, rough iron and other strategic materials to you, to take the words that some people have warned me, this is a crime against all races, this is your support and encouragement for slaughtering Terrans in the south and east, every material I have exchanged from you is stained with Terran blood, this sounds a little alarmist, but I thought about it carefullyIt's not unreasonable, don't you say? ”

Hathaway's later words were somewhat vicious, even a little more gloomy, leaving Karachi and Hammond, who had always wanted to refute, speechless.

This is an indisputable fact, the green elves are not a peace-loving race, their wars with the human countries and cities in the east almost never stop, every year of war will have thousands of heroic soldiers die, this has fallen into a strange circle, the more the green elves are suppressed, the more difficult their lives are, the more they want to break the shackles bound on their bodies, so the more frequent they start wars.

The same is true for the Terrans and other races, the more they are afraid of the power of the Green Elves, the more they want to suppress and limit their development and growth, and the more strictly they control the export of materials to the Green Elves, and this will only attract more crazy and ferocious attacks from the Green Elves in order to survive.

"But our tribe rarely participates in these wars for three days, Lord Marquis, you should know that." Seeing that Karachi and Hammond were silent, Sivir couldn't hold back. (To be continued......)