Chapter Ninety-One: The Changing Tide

After successfully fooling Rielly, she is ready to join the Boreham family and become an enshrined mage. Barrett finally had a thing on his mindβ€”a matter that he had actually been planning for a long time. However, in order not to make any bad impression on Rielly, he has been imperceptibly influencing it, and it is not really successful until today. What's more, since Rieli, the owner, is in the urn, then Lalu's cat boy who can only fight can't escape Barrett's palm.

But for Rielly, there's still a long way to go before she officially joins the Boreham family. More importantly, Barrett felt that by taking advantage of this confrontation with the court nobles, Rielly should be able to add a lot of points in the eyes of the big names in the family. Anyway, the mage has just reached level 5, and he is still a lot away from the experience of the next upgrade, so everything will be decided after the end of this regional mission.

And early the next morning, Barrett, who was a little worried about the situation, got up early in the morning. However, he didn't know the opening hours of the Malkin Mansion, so he didn't hit the road so early. Instead, I waited until most of the shops in the business district had opened their doors before we set out on the road to the Malkin Mansion.

Before leaving, Barrett reminded his companions: "Today, until I come back, everyone is not allowed to go out in the merchant house." I don't know if the damn 'cupboards' out there will use you as a breakthrough to turn the tide of the situation. So it's better to be careful. ”

In fact, Barrett knew that for the upper echelons of 'Ulrike', under the pressure of the church, the royal family was dumb this time. Therefore, although the blood-stained gray flowers are already in the center of the storm, they seem to be extremely safe. However, this does not preclude the whimsical behavior of some low-level people in order to fight for a position - that is to say, although there will be no blows from the official or high-level, it is not clear whether some dog-legged harassment will be encountered in private.

Even this kind of harassment will have little impact on the general trend that is a foregone conclusion. But it's a big hassle for players. If you waste a chance to resurrect because of this, it will be too worthwhile.

"Don't worry! We're not stupid, we made such a big fuss yesterday. We're just going to stay here today and wait for your news. As she said this, Rielie fiddled with the cat's ears. It can be seen that after solving the old and difficult problems that plagued him, the mood of the mages in the team has also become much better.

Barrett, who nodded, glanced at the halflings in the group: "Especially noodles, don't sneak out to eat anymore." There are plenty of opportunities to sample food, so don't rush it. ”

Before Noodle could reply to Barrett, Rielly spoke up again: "You can leave this kind of thing Barrett to me!" If he wants to sneak out. Let's get past my whip first! ”

Looking at Rielly's palm pressed against her waist, the noodles snorted for no reason. He had seen the power of the special soft whip, and it was definitely skin and flesh on his body - even if some of the pain had been minimized by the noodles, it was not pleasant to eat it for no reason.

"No, it won't! How could I make a mess of everyone at such a time! The wandering halfling wanderer scratched his head.

See noodles like this. Barrett knew that he was definitely planning to sneak out in the future - that guy was probably relying on his makeup and anti-reconnaissance skills, and he thought that he should be fine with being careful. However, after being specifically ordered by Barrett, Noodles is not the kind of person who completely disregards his own safety.

Barrett, who had solved the potential hidden danger in the team, immediately got into the carriage arranged by the mansion - this was specially arranged by the Ovaltine knights after learning about Barrett's trip today. On the one hand, it is for security reasons, and on the other hand, it is to further show the outside world the attitude of the Bolum family in this matter.

I don't know if the two sides had a tacit understanding in advance, Barrett arrived at the Malkin Mansion. I met Steward Malkin at the first time. Originally, in his heart, he had already done the waiting, and he couldn't even see people for the time being!

Mr. Malkin, who met again, had a tiredness on his face that he could not get rid of. Although the eye bags have been modified with foundation, they can't be concealed. Contrary to that tired look, however, Malkin's steward seemed to be in a good mood. The corners of his mouth, which were always upturned, almost grinned and showed his teeth.

Since he was shocked in his heart, Barrett naturally spoke first: "It seems that you are in a good mood today, Lord Steward!" If there is any good news, can you say it and share it with me, a little person? ”

"You guys are really troublemakers! It's only been a few days since I returned to the city and there was such a big storm, and I, the person in charge, don't know what to say about you. Although there was a hint of blame on his lips, there was a satisfied expression on the expression of the steward Malkin.

Barrett, who originally thought that there should be no big problem, immediately determined that there was some good news for the other party after seeing this vice of Malkin's stewardship. So he found a random place in the room and sat down: "Lord Steward, don't sell it anymore." Let's just tell us about the good news! It's so uncomfortable to hang my appetite like this! ”

"You hairy boys slapped their butts and left after making a fuss yesterday, I don't know how much energy we spent to solve the next trouble. If it weren't for what you guys were up to, I wouldn't have been able to sleep well last night. Steward Malkin scolded with a half-hearted smile.

Hearing this, Barrett finally determined the reason for the weariness on Steward Malkin's face. However, he naturally knew that Steward Malkin did not mean to blame his own line at all. Compared to a sleepless night, their previous encounters brought astonishing benefits to the organizers of this annual drama.

It is precisely because of this confidence that Barrett behaved extremely relaxed: "Malkin is in charge, don't be cheap and behaved." Control your emotions and expressions before you lie next time! The way you look now, you look like a guy who picked up gold on the road. But I can't get in touch with the kind of bitter man who is responsible for carrying the blame! ”

Hearing this, Steward Malkin immediately reached out and touched his cheek: "Did I really act so obvious just now?" It stands to reason that it won't. I've ...... after all these years."

Since he was able to climb to the current position of 'Ulrike' steward in the big family of Malkin. Although Steward Malkin can't say that he is invisible, at least he can effectively control his expression, so that people don't see through his thoughts at a glance. Otherwise, when negotiating, you will definitely be cheated and you will not be able to find the north. Therefore, although the current situation cannot be said to be unique, it can be regarded as quite rare.

"I'm afraid it's because the pie is so big this time. So you received that kind of surprise and for a while I couldn't control it. Barrett immediately opened his mouth and set up the steps for Steward Malkin.

Hearing this, Steward Malkin didn't know what Barrett meant, so he immediately smiled and borrowed the donkey from the slope: "That's right! Before yesterday, I really didn't expect to encounter such a good thing in my tenure! It took a lot of my energy to compete with those 'cabinets'! In order to do today's thing beautifully, I have been busy for the past few months. But after yesterday's events. I think there's a lot of energy left on the cupboards for this year's 'game'. But it's going to be a big question mark. ”

That's right, as the organizer of the annual drama this year, Steward Malkin probably not only wants to make sure that the fiefdom nobles win this contest, but preferably win beautifully, because he is not only competing with the court nobles, but in a sense, he is also differentiating himself from his own organizers before him.

Don't look at the fiefdom nobles who share the same hatred in the face of the offensive of the royal family and the court nobles. But they were never monolithic inside. Different lords have different interests. And the nature of intelligent creatures made them pay more attention to their own development - over time, in that annual drama, the family in charge of the year had to not only organize a confrontation with the court nobles, but also compare with the previous organizers.

Only by achieving better results can you be able to make a good enough impression on the big guys above. This determines the future and destiny of oneself and future generations. I can't help those in charge not work hard to plan! So after being hit by such a big pie, Steward Malkin can be said to have completely destroyed his years of qi cultivation.

"Butler Malkin, you're more specific! I know the guy over there is in trouble, but you can tell me what's going on! Barrett, who knew that the other party was in a good mood, naturally didn't have many scruples when he spoke.

"The first thing you caused was caused by you, so I won't say more. Then the churches in the temple area took this opportunity to make trouble for the royal family. Speaking of this, Steward Malkin touched his beard with a smile on his face, "Although our royal family of Norhan is also ranked in the Western Continent. However, this time, no matter how much the church reasoned, it also suffered a big loss. Although today's royal family is becoming less and less sophisticated! I think in a few days there will be scapegoats to be pushed out to be purified and baptized at the stake. ”

"Which of the 'Ignatius' families do you mean?" Barrett asked tentatively.

Steward Malkin looked at Barrett and said with a smile: "I didn't expect you kid to know a lot!" The 'Ignatius' family is considered to have fallen into blood mold this time, not only has it been deprived of its aristocratic status, but the head of this generation may also be pushed out to take the blame. ”

"But who let their Chamber of Commerce dare to take in those guys of the Scarlet Hand? Although anyone with a discerning eye knows that they are just a shield pushed by the royal family to the table. But since you dare to take such a risk, you have the consciousness of being uprooted by the church! Speaking of this, Barrett said in a solemn voice, "Anyway, such a change should also have an impact on the royal family!" After all, if you can't even keep the white gloves on your own table, the prestige of the royal family over the years will inevitably be greatly hit!

"The royal family wants to wrap people up! Unfortunately, the Church is very well prepared for this. At the same time, the timing of the attack is also good. Speaking of this, the steward Malkin sighed, "O nobles of the court who have been completely removed! The last time this happened was 60 years ago! I wasn't even born at the time! Not to mention you kid. But that time the matter was led by the royal family itself, and it was different from being forced this time. ”

"In other words, the royal family has violated the sweeping floor this time?" Barrett said, touching his chin.

"Even if it's not, it's pretty much the same!" Steward Malkin nodded, "After all, you can't even keep the person who does things for you, so it's inevitably chilling." So in the next period of time, those court nobles are afraid that they will shrink back. As their conflict with us decreases, they also invest a lot less in that game. ”

"But it shouldn't last long!" Barrett immediately saw through Malkin's little calculation, "After all, the reason why the nobles of the court can stand on the pillar is still the royal family. If the royal family is a towering tree, those nobles are the vines that wrap around the tree. So don't look at them for the time being, pretending to be shrunken turtles for the time being. But once the rumor passes, he will immediately become a pawn of the royal family. I think you're planning to take advantage of this time to fight a beautiful annihilation fight! ”

"Your kid's crooked intestines don't match his age at all!" Steward Malkin looked at Barrett with interest, and then behaved very calmly: "It doesn't matter if this kind of thing is known to others. Who let the goddess of fate favor me? At this time, it is impossible for those few to change their generals! That's the case. It's a little ugly. ”

"It's true that no one can say anything about this unplanned mutation. But as a gift to you, shouldn't we also be able to get a little reward! Speaking of which, Barrett finally said the most important purpose of his visit today.

"Do you want a reward?" Steward Malkin frowned, "You guys just happened to have happened, how can you ask me for a reward?" (To be continued.) )