Perhaps, as Moriarty said, once the Salk family has settled their old rival Macillon, and has the "backing" of the new Templar, it seems that the post-war ascension to the position of county lord is a foregone conclusion. However, in fact, in the old man's heart, he was not really optimistic. There is no other reason than the young man in front of him.

In just a few months, Moriarty returned to the homeland of Erathia with a fierce group of men, not only defeating many demonic enemies and recovering several places, but also completely breaking the original power structure of Kent County, muddying the waters. Therefore, although the Salk family is now facing the best "Dember" opportunity in a hundred years, they must also evaluate the attitude of this young man.

And what makes the viscount even more worried is that although Moriarty has been "kicked out" of the family, he is the lineage of Ensberg. And the current patriarch Philip? Ensberg is also notoriously utilitarian, and if he changes his mind and proposes to revise the heir arrangement, and Moriarty is willing to return, then Art and Rhine will completely merge. At that time, it will really be to have people, money, and soldiers, and almost all of them can suppress Windsor, regardless of fame and power.

Even if Salk still has the big killer weapon of Templar Charlie, which may be a strategic deterrent to others, it has suddenly become a "conventional threat" that can be withstood by Olympus. Even Charlie himself has said privately that Moriarty and the Olympian powerhouses are really not to be insulted, otherwise the headless demon leather will be a lesson from the past.

Therefore, the old man never had the intention of suppressing people from the beginning. Moreover, Salk and Moriarty are also mixed with Matiel's "complicated relationship", and being rough is the best of the best strategies.

And now, Moriarty took the initiative to interview the viscount about the future of Kent, and the old man breathed a sigh of relief. As long as you are willing to negotiate, there will be a solution. And now that the young man in front of him can be the first to speak, it means that he and Ensberg have not reached any substantive intentions, otherwise there is no need to talk to him more. And after thinking about this, Viscount Salk immediately felt assured, after all, he also had some great bargaining chips in his hands.

"Charlie, aren't you going to have a drink with Hamilton?"

Quickly thought about a qiē. The old man turned to Charlie instead. It seems that he wants to have a "private chat" with Moriarty.

Forthwith. The two "spectators" took their leave.

"Morty, you and I have known each other for many years, and there is also Matiel... So if you have anything to say, you might as well speak up. ”

When there were only two people left in the small hall. Out of nowhere, the Viscount took out another bottle of the "Griffin Crown Salute". Open it. He poured a glass for Moriarty and himself, and then resumed like a son-in-law chatting. And for the old man's behavior, Moriarty could only laugh. After all, he has an intimate relationship with Matiel. The viscount is indeed his own elder. It's just that feelings belong to feelings, interests belong to interests, and some words are better to talk about and be good for each other.

"Viscount, I believe that after this war against demons, the Salk family's determination to advance for the title of Earl is unshakable."

"That's true." There was no need for hypocrisy, and the old man generously admitted: "Actually, MacLelan no longer has the strength to compete with me, even if it is just to block, I can't think of it." ”

"Yes, there is both the grace of relieving the siege and the prestige of the Holy Temple, in the end, Viscount Maclelan wants to be faceless and wise, and he will naturally not stand up for the hindrance in the future, after all, he must also consider it for the sake of the family and future generations."

Moriarty nodded, speaking frankly. If the two viscounts have a chance to compete for the uncle, then even if they kill Macrilan, they will never back down. But if there is no hope at all, MacLelan can only submit to the new earl, after all, the family still has to survive, and it is not in line with the way of the nobility to engage in meaningless battles.

"Yes, McLelan won't stand up. But what about the others? The old man nodded as a matter of course, and then suddenly smiled inexplicably.

"Viscount, are you worried about me?" Moriarty smiled the same.

"Little slippery!" For the young man's knowingly question, the viscount was eager to go up and beat him, but he had to say: "Say, what can I do to get your support?" ”

"Viscount, I'm a junior, so naturally it's not good to bargain with you. Why don't you tell us? ”

Without hesitation, Moriarty directly retreated and waited for the old man to throw chips. Anyway, in fact, he didn't have any intention of doing bad things for the old man, and it was impossible to help Ensberg, who abandoned him, to fight the world, so he just wanted to "cheat" some benefits back. The so-called "35,000 is not too much, and three cents and two cents are not too little". As long as the old man doesn't slam the door to the point of calling Hanako, and I don't think the viscount will be so unwise.

"You kid, you've been so good and bad since you were a child! I still remember how you 'forced' the little Luo Yanta to death in the first place, and people couldn't grasp the handle. For Moriarty's "free" posture, the old man could only laugh angrily, and couldn't help but pull out the old case many years ago to prove the other party's cunning.

"Viscount, that's not right. In the face of the threat of sand thieves, but Sir Royanta begged for mercy himself, and most of the nobles of this county were present to see and hear about it, what did it have to do with others? ”

Even though the entire Royanta family has now been removed and dissipated, when he heard this, Moriarty still severed his relationship with it seriously, and it can be said that nothing was missed. Seeing the other party's attitude, in addition to "admiration", the old man couldn't help but praise from the bottom of his heart: This is the real aristocratic model, and there will always be justice and flawlessness on the table.

"Well, since you don't want to speak, then let me do it." also understood the temperament of the other party, the old man stopped going around in circles and began to go straight to the point: "As long as you agree to support the Salk family to obtain the title of Earl of Kent, in addition to the anti-demon alliance agreement we made before, Windsor Castle can become a real strategic ally and generational partner with Rheinberg, and promise to do your best to help you obtain the title of Barony of the Kingdom, even... Viscount! ”

"Viscount?"

Hearing the old man's first condition, Moriarty was really a little surprised, and couldn't help but raise his eyes to look at the other party.

In fact, with Olympus's strength and exploits in the War of Resistance against Demons, it was not easy for Moriarty to obtain the title of baron, but it was not a flashback, and there were relevant clauses in the four alliance agreements requiring Salk, McLaillen, and Ernsberg to support him after the war. But when it came to the title of viscount, Moriarty didn't think about it, because it was really unlikely. But now the old man proposes it, and it doesn't seem like a joke.

"Yes, it's the Viscount." The old man nodded affirmatively: "Once I am honored as the earl of this county, I will naturally be qualified to nominate a candidate for viscount in the county." Although it still needs the approval of the royal family, it is not hopeless in the end. And, with Rheinberg's current momentum and your personal strength, I think Standwell should think a lot about it. ”

"Hehe, the viscount position is still too precious for me, after all, there is still a father in the county, and I, a son of man, will never cross him. Actually, the title of baron was enough for Rheinberg and me. However, thank you for your kindness and support. After thinking about it, Moriarty said slowly, he was not confused by the high lordship.

"Well, do you think about Philip's face? Oh, what a 'filial son'. ”

Seeing that the other party did not fully accept his first condition, Viscount Salk was slightly stunned, but he was not too disappointed, and just opened his mouth to laugh. Originally, the so-called "viscount title" was also a carrot that was hung high, but it was difficult to eat. Since Moriarty was "not fooled", it is also reasonable.

"Since you don't care about the worldly false title, then I'll change a little more practical conditions." After taking a sip of the "Crown Salute", the old man said, "A lord's land, supplies worth 50,000 kingdom gold coins, the control of a medium chamber of commerce, and the priority loot option for the next stage of the battle against the demons outside the county. ”

Suddenly, Viscount Salk happily threw out a series of quid pro quo, and this kind of price was already very sincere for the Salk family, which was not very rich in actual liquid wealth. It's just that how attractive can such conditions be to an alchemist with a rich fortune and the heir to the wealth of the Luo Yan Pagoda family?

"Lord Viscount, to be honest, I don't care much about land, gold coins, and the power of the Chamber of Commerce. If I could, apart from the last one, the 'Priority Loot Option', I wonder if there could be some adjustments? Sure enough, after listening to the old man's second batch of conditions, Moriarty said directly.

"You speak." Viscount Salk also understood that the current Moriarty was already wealthy, so he could only see what the other party had to say.

"Viscount, if I can, I would like to purchase no less than fifty horses from your horse farm, and at the same time I ask you to promise that you can supply no less than twenty horses a year in the future. Of course, all the prices for the acquisition of war horses are on the market, and there is no need for any additional discounts. ”

"War Horse!?"

Hearing this request, the old man's face immediately became rich and exciting. Obviously, the kid on the other side has already had a draft, and his request is just stuck on the edge of the old man's psychological price. After all, the war horse is the most important military material in the kingdom, and it is also one of the foundations and cores of the formation of the knights. Now that Moriarty opened his mouth, there were fifty horses, and it seemed that he had plans to build his own cavalry.

"Hehe, Morty, you should know that since you set up a horse farm with your father a few years ago, the Ensberg family also has quite a bit of horses, why don't you talk to Philip?" Without an immediate yes or no, the old man asked rhetorically.

"Father's side, I'll naturally go to the talks. Anyway, there doesn't seem to be any preparation for a large-scale knight order on the family's side in the near future, so I think I'm a good buyer. Looking at the old man, Moriarty smiled slightly. (To be continued......)