Successful Transaction

In the camp of the punitive expeditionary force, troops began to leave one after another, led by their respective lords.

Count Black personally came to the gate of the Main Camp to see off the nobles, and the departing independent nobles were all very grateful to the Count.

Initially, everyone was quite confident in attacking the Golden Sunflower Territory, but after Victor annihilated the Vanguard Army, they realized the strength of the Golden Sunflower Territory army, and all the nobles began to back down.

These nobles were all misers. These troops were their own personal assets. Even if they won, the spoils would be meager, and they might suffer heavy losses. Moreover, they might not even be able to win. After realizing this, why would these nobles be willing to fight such a war?

Now that Count Black is willing to take responsibility for the retreat from the army, everyone should be grateful to him.

Soon, right under Count Black's nose, most of the nobles had tidied up their troops and orderly withdrew from the camp.

Knight Yellen was also very surprised by the efficiency of these nobles, considering that it had taken them two days to set up their camp here, yet they were retreating so quickly.

Just as Count Black was about to leave with his troops, Baron Charles, and Viscount Piras, he received a report from one of his guards.

Count Black instructed Yellen to maintain order within the troops for the time being, and then he led his personal guards to the side of the camp, where Viscount Ferry men had been waiting for some time.

Upon seeing Count Black, Viscount Ferry bowed first, then greeted him, "Count Excellency, thank you for taking the time to see me."

Count Black asked curiously, "What's wrong, Ferry? Didn't you reach an agreement with Victor? Why are you here to see me so soon?"

Viscount Ferry quickly shook his head. "No, I'm doing very well in Golden Sunflower Territory. I've already reached an agreement with Lord Victor on the procurement of military equipment. I've come to ask you for your help."

"That's good. Just tell me if anything comes up. I promised Lloyd, so this is my way of repaying his favor!"

Viscount Ferry recounted the details of his purchases in the Golden Sunflower Territory to Count Black, and after explaining the transport routes, Viscount Ferry requested that the Count lend his caravan to the Iron Vine Family.

After listening to Viscount Ferry's words, Count Black nodded. Victor's swift victory had indeed been a great help to him; otherwise, he wouldn't have been able to provide Count Lloyd with enough military equipment, since Great Oak Territory also needed to expand its army.

"Don't worry, Viscount Ferry, I'll be going to Dos City Dos City later. The Great Oak Territory Merchant Guild has an office there, and I can arrange enough transport teams for you."

As for the other merchant fleet, we'll probably need to Sunset City to make arrangements. However, Ferry, if you don't mind, I can do you another favor."

Viscount Ferry was not surprised by this, nor did he think merchant ships were so easy to mobilize. However, after hearing what Count Black said, he was very interested in the small favor Count Black had offered, but after all, Count Black had already helped a lot, and he did not want to push his luck.

"It's already very good, Count Excellency. I dare not ask for more!"

"Listen to me before you decide. I brought some gold and silver with me, which should be enough to pay the deposit to Victor. I can give it to you directly, so we don't have to wait for the money to be shipped from Cornwall County. We can send the military equipment to Cornwall County a day or two in advance."

After hearing these words, Viscount Ferry was very conflicted. After all, it was indeed a very effective suggestion. With Ironvine Territory Count Black paying for the goods in advance, the caravan could arrive at Cornwall County a day earlier, and the Count Lloyd could lead everyone to launch an attack sooner.

Viscount Ferry took a deep breath. "I really can't refuse Your Count's help. Please lend me the money in advance. I will return it to you as soon as the Cornwall County contingent arrives in the next few days."

Count Black then gave a sum of money to Viscount Ferry, Viscount Ferry then went to Golden Sunflower Territory again.

Count Black led his troops to Perilla Territory. After resting for one night, Count Black excused himself by feeling unwell and left Perilla Territory with a large contingent.

Finally, Count Black's two battalions and Viscount Piras's battalion were left in Perilla Territory and handed over to Knight Yellen.

The entire defense and military command of the Perilla Territory were stripped of their authority by Count Black and handed over to Knight Yellen.

Baron Charles of Perilla Territory lost his military command, but he didn't care as long as he could keep his territory.

After Count Black returned to Dos City with his troops, he arranged for a caravan to send a transport team to Golden Sunflower Territory.

Viscount Ferry's swift departure and Golden Sunflower Territory Linshui Town surprised Victor. When he learned that Count Black had advanced the payment for Viscount Ferry's goods, he naturally wouldn't break his promise. A large amount of equipment was moved out of the warehouse and Viscount Ferry personally led a team to count it.

After the inventory was quickly completed, the caravan from Dos City arrived at Golden Sunflower Territory. Victor wanted Viscount Ferry to lead the caravan to depart as soon as possible, but Viscount Ferry refused.

The caravan was entrusted to one of Viscount Ferry's men, while Viscount Ferry stayed in Golden Sunflower Territory. On the one hand, Viscount Ferry planned to stay there to wait for the payment from his hometown, and on the other hand, he planned to leave with the second batch of merchant ships.

Victor wouldn't object to this, since even if Viscount Ferry stayed behind, entertaining them wouldn't cost much.

Moreover, Victor now had more important things to attend to. The ransoms for the Olive Territory and White Asparagus Territory had arrived, but Victor did not carefully count them. He directly proposed to personally escort Viscount Isold and Viscount Leo.

At the border of the Golden Sunflower Territory, Victor personally saw off the two viscounts with a squad of guards. Both territories also dispatched a Cavalry led by Oberon and Tira to welcome the two viscounts home.

This unit was also responsible for transporting the ransom, but it was very discreet. After handing over the ransom, supplies, and serfs to the Golden Sunflower Territory's army, it remained outside the border of the Golden Sunflower Territory and had no intention of entering it.

"Viscount Victor, you can stop here. Thank you for your hospitality during this time."

Viscount Isold politely thanked Victor.

"Not at all, Viscount Isold and Viscount Leo. I've had a very pleasant time with you both. I hope that I can visit your territories as a guest in the future!"

Viscount Isold was taken aback for a moment, but quickly recovered, "Of course, you are welcome."

Just as Viscount Isold and Viscount Leo finished their pleasantries and were about to leave, Victor suddenly stopped them.

Just as the two were wondering if Victor was about to turn against them, Victor ordered his men to bring a small group of warhorses.

Victor pointed to the horses and introduced them, "These are all fine horses from the Northlands. My men told me that the ransom you two have brought is much more than expected. I don't have many other things to offer, but these fine horses are the most suitable. Please do not refuse."

After saying this, Victor ordered his men to release the warhorses and led his Guard Cavalry away at high speed.

Viscount Isold and Viscount Leo looked at the horses beside them in silence.

Oberon and Tira watched Victor leave, then quickly led their troops to join their father.