Falick and I arrived at Dunhold, and I couldn't help but sigh as I looked at the fortified castle made of black rock. Pen ~ Fun ~ Pavilion www.biquge.info In my impression, if Dalaran is gorgeous, Lordaeron is majestic, and Stormwind is majestic, then he gives people the feeling of being stocky.

Although it is generally inferior to those royal cities, it is such a city for a lord. It was enough to earn enough face for himself, and if the city was built alone, then the owner of the castle, Aderras Blackmore, was definitely a very capable person.

In fact, according to some laws that bind the lord, he was already suspected of overstepping his authority by building such a castle. But he had good reason to explain why he did it. That's because there's a huge orc detention center right next door....

"If the orcs in the orc shelter revolt, I must keep my people safe. ”

I remember how General Adrith Blackmore explained that he would be able to get my father to build such a castle as him. Perhaps he found a very good reason, but my father didn't care what he was going to build, but only hinted that he would not pay for his plan and let him build it, that is, not give him a dime of help. And it was entirely at his own expense.

But the problem of funding did not affect the lord. He completely has his own set, relying on his own brains and means, without the financial support of Wang Cheng. Or did they build this magnificent castle by other means? His father was so pleased with this that he did not care at all that others exposed him for some of his transgressions in the building, because he did not increase the taxes on the people, nor did he ask for money from the state.

Speaking of money, don't say that we are greedy for money, because now the alliance is stretched thin, and the reason is the problem of orc prisoners of war and asylum.

Orc shelters have been a huge financial expense for the Coalition. They have already consumed more than half of the entire alliance. But only here, the largest shelter for orcs, did not ask the government for a copper plate. Because the lord here is not like the other lords, he completely uses the prisoners as coolies. He will always find their most suitable position to squeeze the full value of their life existence. For example, castles and some facilities were built with orcs in cages, and there was no fear of exhausting the coolies, because the shelters were full of slaves. Someone reported the matter to my father, but it was quickly resolved. After all, if you can ask for less money from the state, then it is really understandable to kill the prisoners of several tribes. And now there are new impeachment proposals, such as the fact that the lord built a Colosseum, which was staged every day in public, and the gladiatorial battles between prisoners, orcs, trolls, ogres and wild beasts were seriously contrary to the spirit of humanity.

And the reason why I have been sent here by my father is to deal with the mouths of those who whistleblower, and to show that he values the objections to the conduct of Lord Blackmore. Of course, I understood what my father meant, and his intention was to get the lord to pay a little bit of tax.

But as for what the outcome will be, then it will be interesting to see how things develop.

"Your Highness, you can see," said Lord Adras Blackmore at the table that welcomed me, "that gladiatorial battles make the country more profitable. Moreover, these facilities are operated with great care, so that no orcs can escape and threaten the safety of the people. ”

"But you have not given the state a penny," I replied to him, pretending to be righteous, "and this is purely for your personal gain." ”

"The shelters are expanding all the time, and the number of prisoners is increasing. I have to make sure that I have the funds to be ready to deal with it. Blackmore flattered me and replied that it was clear that he still wanted to find a reason not to let me touch his cake. "You know that other asylum camps are constantly asking for money, and I, even in my troubles, will never ask for money from Wangcheng. ”

He glanced at his ministers, these white-faced guys, and they all talked about how difficult and sad they were, and some of them swore that they would not ask the state for alms even in difficulties, which made me sound like I wanted to vomit on them. And one by one, they didn't even give me a chance to open my mouth.

I have now finally come to appreciate the sinister nature of politics. But even if their mouths are strong, there are times for rest, and finally at the end, I said what I thought.

"Thirty percent of the total is taxed!"

When I said my terms, they all looked at their lords. I don't know what this lord has arranged for them

Blackmore smiled flatteringly at me and spoke to me in my ear. "If you don't underreport the total by half, I'll pay 20% of the tax, how about it. ”

Although I was tired of his attitude, especially with the smell of alcohol rushing through my nose. But I feel that it is still necessary to trade with him, after all, he also saved me enough face, such as letting me be a messenger for the first time. And he also got a sweet spot from my deal. So I whispered in his ear

"Of course, if my men and I can have a good time with you. ”

Blackmore smiled slyly, and a mouthful of white teeth peeked out from under his neat goatee. It seems that there is a genuine excitement for us, or he wants to continue his happy life after befriending me as a prince, and I want this lord to continue to serve me while receiving benefits, although my request is complete nonsense.

He should know my faith in the Way of Light, and its hatred of inhumanity. After the cutscene just now, I have now guessed that his bottom line should be not to charge him with any crime. But now, especially after I whispered to him. His worries seemed to disappear. Maybe he now thinks I'm just like him, just like me.

But again, my bottom line is not to pay taxes, or even to say that I don't have a bottom line, I just want to see his legendary orc 'slave'.

"I've heard that you have an orc gladiator named Thrall, and some rumors about him. ”

When I made this request, I found that I seemed to be talking to Lord Blackmore and his ministers on the same topic. They completely changed the face of their dead father. They talked to me about what they thought of the fighter.

"He's strong. ”

"He's going to win every game!"

"He's a money-making machine. ”

It was at this moment that the lord spoke, apparently he understood, that I had not come to hear rumors about him.

"There was no Sarr scheduled for today, but for the sake of Your Highness the Prince, I will pair him with the best opponent I can find for a few exciting matches. ”

I smiled at his answer, and I knew that a man like this always had the ability to read words.

And when Blackmore saw that I was satisfied, he smiled even more. "Cheers to the arrival of our distinguished guests. Then everyone raised their glasses.

I didn't want to toast to him, but I wanted the lord to be able to meet my request. There's no reason why I shouldn't respect this host. But just as I was about to swallow my drink, I noticed that a girl came into my sight.

It was a young girl dressed as a maid, and he came in to change the soup for us. As for his appearance, I was deeply surprised: blonde hair, plainly dressed, and a face with that natural vividness, although slightly inferior in temperament, but in her graceful figure always reminded me of my beloved. If he lived in an aristocratic or ordinary family, he would have had a boy who loved him, but....

"Come on, slave girl, come to me. "Blackmore, perhaps because of the alcohol and the effects of his appearance, he completely threw off his disguise and returned to his true colors.

Without hesitation, the girl walked into the lewd lord. Let his hand touch any part of his body. And although there was joy on her face, I could feel the sadness in his heart.

"No!" I yelled at this and stood up. Immediately after that, my companions drew their swords, and I believe that my paladin friends would not be used to seeing them on such occasions.

The sudden draw of the sword surprised everyone present. His guards were equally overwhelmed, for it would be disrespectful to the kingdom to aim their swords at me, but to resist if they were not taken. It's disloyalty to the lord, so he shows some hesitation. Although he did not choose to resist, I knew that if we did make a fuss, we would not have good fruit to eat, but I had no reason to let a girl with such appearance let this beast spoil it.

My actions have awakened this lord. Fortunately, he was well-informed, and he thought of what he had done to offend me. He was also very clever, and knew that today's troubles would not be good for him, especially because of a worthless maid.

"She's Teresa Foxton," Blackmore wanted me to explain, and he let go of her hand and even showed respect to her. "She's the daughter of my butler Tamis, and maybe I've forgotten that he resembles a certain little princess. ”

"Yes! That's not your average princess. So please ......" I don't know how he met Gianna, but that's all I can say in order to settle the matter peacefully, and I'll have to pretend to accuse myself of being 'reckless' friends.

"I understand very well....my little prince. Then they and his ministers smiled lewdly. It seems that I have completely forgotten the unhappiness just now.

Teresa smiled back quickly, then looked away with a pretended dignity, put away the plate, and hurried a curtsy before leaving. Maybe she didn't want to make herself the object of tension. But his departure didn't stop them from smiling.

"To the blonde girls," he said in a-cat humming tone.

I turned my head to see Teresa gone, and it seemed to me that I remembered who she was, and that he was probably Sal's true lover.

And so we went on with our feast, but in my heart I hoped that this disgusting party would be over soon.