Anyway, Denek is really far-sighted, could it be that he did everything to let the emir fall and join the necromancer's guild, is it accurate that there will be such a day?

At this time, the Pope, who had not spoken, said in a deep voice: "Reliana, what do you think we should do?"

Reliana thought for a moment and said to Danadel: "We can only find a way to investigate the whereabouts of those assets first, and try to stabilize them so that the owners can't change hands, and then slowly find a way to get them back." ”

As she spoke, she said with a serious face: "But Pope, please be mentally prepared." The other party is extremely skillful, even if he tries to recover it, it will be difficult to achieve results in a short time, and our days will be very difficult in the next few years. ”

Danadel clearly trusted Reliana very much, and he exhaled slowly, "I see. Then this matter is left to you. ”

"Yes. Reliana bowed her head respectfully.

Now that the necromancer is gone, but still secretly holds the vast assets of the Lawitt Federation, the Sidonis cult is nominally the victor, but only gets an empty shell.

Such a wrist to the sky, I have to be admired.

Those guys are really a cancer in this world.

But sighing and sighing, these things are no longer for Raymond to worry about. Then, after handing over some of the last things, he took his leave and left.

Leaving Sonali with Baste and his party, Raymond rushed to the city of Ferredon. From now on, it has become a border city with the church of Sidonis.

A few days later, Raymond and his party returned to Ferredon.

Now that the army of the undead has been wiped out and the danger has been lifted, the displaced people of the former Ferredon are gradually returning to their homes, and the city that has been dormant for a long time is once again bustling with activity.

These people already knew about the Flayden League's entry into Headington, and most of them accepted this fact calmly. After all, for ordinary people. It doesn't matter who rules them, as long as they can give them a stable life, and Raymond has always had a good reputation.

However, the perimeter of the city has been almost completely destroyed, and it will take a long time to rebuild.

The whole city was filled with a tumultuous crowd of homemakers, and Raymond and his party finally arrived at the town hall in Ferredon. Tolz has also returned to the city, and is skillfully handling various affairs.

"Lord Raymond. You're back. Seeing Raymond, Tolz hurriedly greeted him.

"A lot of people are returning to their hometowns, so there's been a lot of commotion in the city lately. He explained to Raymond, "In addition, Lord Bryce has returned to Headington with some of his troops and wounded soldiers, and some troops remain in the city to assist me in maintaining order. ”

"Well, you're doing a great job. Raymond nodded. This man is indeed a man of high administrative skills who is good enough to defend one side.

"Then please send someone to take over Feredon as soon as possible, and Helmy and I can go to Headington at any time. Tolz took the initiative.

The meaning of his words is obvious. Ferredon is a newly annexed city with an important location. In general, the recipient will deliberately transfer the previous ruler away from the place and replace it with his own people. The first is to avoid suspicion, and the second is to avoid another rebellion, after all, people's hearts are unpredictable, and no one can say whether there will be a reversal.

However, Raymond had other plans.

This way. He also thought a lot about Ferredon's future arrangements. If you count the size and output capacity of the city, Freedon is actually the largest city in Headington. Plus location is important. Business is booming, and the economic center of gravity of Headington will probably shift to this side in the future.

But for a long time, Raymond couldn't put too much energy into it, so if he wanted to run it well, he had to appoint talented people to rule.

Looking at Headington, there are many people with outstanding talents. But the ability to be comprehensive, especially the talent who can govern one side, cannot be found.

So, in order not to waste such a good place, Raymond finally decided. It is better to hand over Fereden and the surrounding area to Tolz, so that he can have no worries and do his best to deal with the upcoming decisive battle.

Thinking of this, Raymond finally made a decision.

He said to Tolz, "No need, I want you to stay here." After all, Fereden was your city before, and now it's better for you to rule. ”

"What?" said Tolz. After being stunned for a while, he hurriedly said, "But Lord Raymond, in this case, others will..."

"It's going to be a discussion behind the scenes, isn't it? Raymond interrupted him with a smile, "Don't worry, I trust you completely." ”

"Lord Raymond, would you think again? "Tolz is still a little unsure. After all, as a new person who has taken refuge in him, Raymond's trust will put a lot of pressure on him.

"No more talk. Raymond affirmed: "This is also for the sake of the people of Fereden, no one is more suitable than you." ”

"You can rest assured that I will give you full governance rights, and I have only one request, and that is to make life better for the people here. ”

Raymond's sincere statement made Tolz's heart flutter, and finally nodded: "Thank you for your trust." I will certainly live up to your trust and will bring Ferredon back to life as soon as possible. ”

After all, I grew up here, and no one really wants to leave their hometown and go somewhere else. Therefore, after receiving Raymond's assurance, Tolz immediately happily agreed.

After a pause, he added, "Still, you should send someone from Headington." ”

Raymond understands his concerns, and although Raymond has full trust in Tolz, there is still nominal oversight. So he said very simply: "No problem, I will send Morini when I go back, but he will not interfere with you, you can fully cooperate." ”

"That would be great. At this time, Tolz finally relented that Raymond was indeed planning to appoint himself to govern Ferredon.

"I'll leave you some of the soldiers to keep order and deal with emergencies. The Sidonis sect doesn't have to worry for the time being, they certainly can't afford to invade anymore. Raymond then added, "So, I'm going to take Hermy and Fidi away for the battle that follows." ”

Fidi is a man of great prowess and Hermi has great military talents, both of whom are currently in Raymond's most demand. As for Moslin, although she was a good magician, she was of little use in the war, so Raymond left her to assist Tolz.

Tolz naturally had no objections. Immediately agreed. Later, the two discussed some more matters for the rebuilding of Freedon, and Raymond left to rest and prepare to return to Headington the next day.

"Ahta, have you really decided? ”

The next day, the gates of the city of Ferredon. Elf Derry said to Ahita.

After assisting the wounded soldiers left behind by Headington to drive away the undead troops who had sneaked up, Dre and his elves stayed in Freedon for the time being, waiting for Raymond to return.

Thanks to them this time, the city of Feredon was not ravaged by the undead, so Raymond was very grateful to them, promising to guarantee the elven tribe's territory in the Jed Forest.

Knowing that the undead had been destroyed, the elves prepared to go back, and Dre had planned to let Ashta go with them, but Ashta refused.

Therefore. Only then did we have a conversation that began.

Facing the surprised Dere, Aishta nodded, "Yes, I don't plan to return to the tribe yet. ”

"However, you left only to help these people deal with the undead. Now that the undead have been destroyed, what are you going to do with them?" said Derry.

"Because, I still have something I want to be sure—" Ahita bowed her head, as if muttering to herself.

"What?" said Derry.

"Nothing. Ahita shook her head. Then he said to him: "Please say sorry to the patriarch for me when you go back." I'm not going back to the clan yet. ”

Seeing that Ahita had made up his mind, Dre couldn't say anything more, so he could only give some advice, and left with the elves.

"Hey, see no, that girl is still not leaving. It's definitely interesting to you. On the other side, Harlot stretched out his elbow and bumped Hilnis, squeezing his eyebrows.

"Shut up, don't talk nonsense there. Hilness glared at him fiercely.

Still, he walked up behind Ashita. I touched my chin. Hilness looked left and right and said, "I thought that after destroying the undead, you would go back." But anyway, it's great that we can still fight together, haluha..."

"yes. Ashita turned her head.

"You must be strange why I don't go back to the clan, do you?"

I didn't expect her to be so keen, Hilneth was caught off guard, and could only say, "Uh... It's a bit curious..."

"I... Just to confirm what Mr. Goodwin said to me. Ehita still looked elegant, quiet, but there was a smile in her bright eyes. Leaving behind her, Silnis, who was stunned on the spot, floated away.

"Goodwin, what does this have to do with Goodwin?" Looking at Eishta's graceful back, Hilnis was completely confused.

Here, Raymond is also saying goodbye to Holder.

Under the careful treatment of Ehita and Moslin, Holder's injuries have healed a lot. He took Goodwin's ashes with him and was ready to leave Ferredon.

"What are your plans for the future, Mr. Holder?" asked Raymond. Holder is the strongest swordsman in Veronica, and Raymond has always wanted to recruit him.

As if sensing Raymond's thoughts, Holder smiled: "Well, my next stop is going to the Lavut Federation." ”

"Rawitt?" Raymond was stunned.

"Remember what I told you that night in Grayling?" asked Holder.

Raymond was stunned for a moment, then understood. Holder had told Raymond that the Sidonis Sect was likely to force the inhabitants of the Lavitte Federation to convert to a religion after the occupation of the Federation, so he asked Raymond to accept those who were religiously persecuted. It seems that Holder is going to help the people.

"I see. Raymond nodded: "Then, please be careful." ”

Haldehara smiled, waved his hand to Raymond freely, and left.

"Hey, go over there and listen to Lord Raymond's orders. Now that we're from Headington, we're not allowed to play with children's tempers anymore. ”

Tolz and Moslin are also talking to Helmie and Ferdy, who are about to go to Hydington with Raymond, and Moslin is telling Fiddy.

"Alright, alright. Fidi waved his hand: "Be careful of the wrinkles." ”

"Hey, do you remember what I said?" Moslin gave him a shudder, "Little virgin." ”

"You—" Seeing her expose her shortcomings again, Fiddy was furious.

"Alright, Moslin, you can say a few words. Tolz reluctantly acted as a mediator.

Then he said to Hermi: "So. Try to help Lord Raymond, this is also for our Fereden. ”

Hermy understood what he meant, after Freedon joined Headington, the two sides became a community of destiny, and if Headington was defeated, Fredden would not end well.

"Don't worry. I will do my best. Hermmy nodded.

After saying goodbye, Raymond shouted, "Go!" and the mighty army marched towards Headington.

Half a month later, Raymond and his entourage finally returned to Headington.

The news of their victory had already been brought back by Bryce, and the inhabitants of Headington were not too surprised as they had already received many victories. However, the joy of the people can be clearly seen by destroying the army of the undead that everyone fears, and removing the shadow that has long shrouded people's hearts.

According to the old rules, Sophia still takes the lead. A welcoming ceremony was held at the city gates. After settling the soldiers who came casually, Raymond and his party entered the city.

At the dinner that night, everyone was happy. This time, Raymond led his army to fight against the undead, which can be said to have endured hardships and dangers, and although he succeeded in incorporating the Ferredon Alliance into the territory, the long war still brought heavy pressure on the logistics and economy.

Still, it all ended with the victory in the war, because...

"Great. Finally destroy the undead. At the banquet, Rickett happily said to Raymond, "Although the Rawitt Federation has let the Sidonis sect occupy it. But it's worth it to get Lawitt's long-term wealth. ”

"Yes, now Headington's finances are finally better. Charlotte also breathed a sigh of relief: "For a while, I really wanted to be able to make money." ”

During this time, Charlotte and Rickett, who were in charge of internal affairs, were anxious about how to support the supply of the army. So the two of them were looking forward to the news that Raymond sent back, which was to share 30% of the Sonali vault.

However, hearing the words of the two, Raymond and the others all looked embarrassed.

"What's wrong, is there anything wrong?" asked Sophia, curiously.

"As for the money I mentioned earlier," Raymond said hesitantly, "something went wrong." ”

"Oh, that's okay. LaWitt's long-awaited wealth is enormous. 30% is indeed a little more, and the Sidonis sect is probably reluctant to give so much. Rickett was very optimistic: "If you can have 20%, it's a lot of money." ”

"Not so much..."

"How much is that?" Rickett frowned slightly, "15%?"

Seeing that Raymond still didn't say anything, Rickett was a little angry: "You won't just give us one percent, right?" I didn't expect the sect guys to be so greedy. ”

"Forget it, one percent is enough. Charlotte said: "I have calculated, the financial gap is not too big, as long as it can be filled." ”

"This..."Raymond felt his face a little hot, "Actually, that money..."

"What!?didn't get a penny??"

When Raymond told the truth, Rickett and Charlotte jumped up from their chairs as if they had been stepped on their tails.

The two looked at each other, and then rushed to Raymond at the same time: "Lord Raymond, are you kidding? It must be a joke, right?"

The long period of continuous war has put a heavy financial burden on the already weak economy of Headington, and his previous savings have long been depleted. Faced with the huge financial consumption during the war, Charlotte and Rickett, who managed the finances, were in agony almost every day.

Both of them still remember that when Raymond sent back the news that they could get thirty percent of the Sonali City treasury, they almost burst into tears, and finally they didn't have to wrestle with those poor numbers in agony.

However... However!

Looking forward to the stars, looking forward to the moon, and looking forward to waiting for the return is actually this news!

No, the large sum of money that should have belonged to Headington is gone.

At this moment, Charlotte and Rickett only felt that the sky had fallen, and they almost fainted.

Raymond is also sorry for this. He understands the pressure on both of them. In fact, even he himself couldn't help but have a headache when he thought of Gaspard's restoration war and the war against the kingdom of Dirk.

"Raymond. What the hell is going on?" asked Sophia.

Raymond sighed, briefly explained the cause and effect, and said in the end: "The necromancer has done a great job, and although the Sidonis Sect has occupied Ravitte, it has only obtained an empty shell. ”

"I think this was all done by the Emir, and he is the only one who has this ability, and the Necromancer's Guild has really joined an incredible person. ”

"Damn, we worked together on Dakko Island in the first place, that kid is so unjust. Harlot said angrily.

"Forget it. Becoming a necromancer, he is completely different from what he used to be. Raymond said.

"If so, what's next? Where are we going to get all this money? Sophia also understood that the war needed financial support, so she couldn't help but change her mind.

"Why don't you go to the Lowell Chamber of Commerce to borrow it. "Someone proposed.

Rickett shook his head: "We have borrowed a lot of money from the Lowville Chamber of Commerce. Now that the situation on the continent of Modina is unstable, Manas Island has been destroyed, and the other party has suffered heavy losses, it is impossible to lend us so much money. ”

It's all thanks to funding from the Lowville Chamber of Commerce. Headington has only grown stronger. But as Headington's territory grew larger, it was no longer possible to rely on others as before. You have to solve the problem yourself.

At this moment, when they heard that the important funds had not arrived, everyone participating in the banquet automatically stopped laughing, and the originally warm atmosphere of the banquet immediately became extremely deserted.

"It's hard. Raymond sighed inwardly.

Then, he reluctantly smiled and said, "Ha Luha, don't worry, there will always be a solution." We've had so many wins. Will we still lose on a few gold coins?"

"That's not just a 'little' of gold. Rickett and Charlotte sneered.

Sophia followed, "yes, we'll definitely figure it out." Tonight is to celebrate our victory, so let's have fun. ”

Driven by the two, the banquet finally regained its lively atmosphere a little. It's just that the worries that linger in everyone's hearts. But it will never be dispersed.

"Is there really no other way?"

"That's right. ”

"Lord Raymond, we're really at the end of our rope this time. ”

The next day, in Headington's town hall, the conversation took place.

The day after returning to Headington, Raymond went to great lengths to bring Rickett and others to discuss how to raise funds. After all, the big war is imminent, and it is impossible not to be nervous.

However, several people calculated and finally came to the conclusion that it was impossible to get such a large sum of money unless it fell from the sky.

"I had no choice but to beg Mr. Reed again. ”

"That's right, in the end, our money was swept away, and it was all good done by the emir, and he was also responsible. ”

"If you can't, threaten him with this. ”

In a hurry, several people began to come up with bad ideas, and they completely forgot about last night's temperament.

Just when they were anxious, a port official came up: "Lord Raymond, a strange guy has come to the port, saying that he wants to see you." ”

"Harbor?" Hearing the official's report, Raymond was surprised: "Is it a pirate?"

"Not pirates, but..."

The official was about to explain, when a voice came from behind him: "Oh, Lord Raymond, is this the place where you rule Headington, it's more humble than you think." ”

As he spoke, he saw a tall and thin man Shi Shiran walking in.

When he saw him, the official was startled: "Wait, didn't I tell you to wait at the port for me to report? How did you get rid of our guards and get here?"

"Oh, don't be so nervous. The man said to the shocked official, "I have been ordered to see Lord Raymond as soon as possible, how can I waste time in the port." ”

"Ah, that's the guy who came here!"

"Catch him!"

At this moment, a group of port guards ran over panting, and when they saw the man, they shouted one after another.

"Okay, there's nothing to do here, let's all go back. In the midst of the commotion, Raymond walked out to the crowd.

The officials and guards dispersed helplessly, and then, Raymond turned to look at the smiling man: "Toussaint, what are you doing here?"

It was the necromancer raised by the sea dragon Netheris, the ghost ship Toussaint. (To be continued......)