Emerson Wilde is waiting for the arrival of Earl Kent in the restaurant of the castle.
He was assigned to Emden as Royal Commissioner nearly half a year ago. Earl Kent's family is related to the Wilde Family. The two families have never stopped contacting each other. He worked well in secret before being assigned to Emden by his superiors.
This expatriate trip is just like taking a vacation in a relative's territory. Unlike Master Northwest Territories, Kent Family is known for his wealth. Amerson will naturally not suffer much when he comes here. And with the relationship between the two families, he will not suffer the same contempt from his master as other Royal Commissioner.
There was an announcement at the door. "Your Majesty the Earl has arrived!"
Amerson stood up and welcomed the arrival of Earl Kent.
The owner of the castle slowly walked into the restaurant, followed by a young man whose eyebrows and eyes looked somewhat similar to the count's.
That is the earl's son, Amerson's cousin - Jiaais Kent.
He greeted the earl and his son, "Good day, Uncle Kent. Good day, cousin Jia Ais."
"Sit down, little Amerson."
The count cordially greeted Amerson to sit down. He was not as indifferent as when Viscount Anqiluo visited before, and his pale face was still a little rosy.
After the father and son came to the dining table and sat down, the count ordered the servant next to him, "Serve the meal."
Jia Ais greets Amerson: "Long time no see. How are you, are you still used to living here?"
Amerson responded with a smile, "Uncle Kent treats me very well. But you, when did you come back?"
Jia Ais said, "I just got home last night, so I didn't notify you because I was afraid of disturbing your rest."
A few months ago, Jia Ais led the army to the south Aid the King, but later because Royal Capital lacked food and grass, the Aid the King army was temporarily disbanded.
The three of them discussed the recent situation, and Earl Kent said, "This time the food and grass were completely burned. After this disbandment, I don't know when His Majesty the King will summon the lords Aid the King from all over the country again."
The three people here know that the Royal Government is short of food, so there is nothing taboo about it.
Jia Ais shook his head. "Before I left, everyone was spreading rumors that our Majesty has really encountered an unprecedented crisis this time. It's not just a food problem, it seems that the rebels in the south are a bit too strong and it will be difficult to deal with them."
There was no hint of worry for the king in his tone.
After hearing this, Earl Kent said slowly and meaningfully to Amerson: "Looking at the current situation, both Wilde Family and Kent Family must make plans in advance!"
Amerson certainly knows what the count means by "preparing in advance". It is nothing more than don't hang yourself on the tree Royal Family and leave a way out for yourself.
Although he is Royal Commissioner, he is still loyal to his family first. Before the situation becomes clear, he will temporarily maintain his image of the Royal Family loyal minister. Once Royal Family is in decline, he will keep a little distance. When Royal Family's defeat is determined, he will immediately turn to the other side.
In this day and age, isn't everyone doing this?
He gave the earl a look that spoke for itself, "Thank you Uncle Kent for the reminder. I believe my father will be fully prepared."
Earl Kent burst out laughing. They both know how to assess the situation and understand current affairs. This is the reason why their two families can have long-term contacts and even join forces.
Just as he was talking, the servant put breakfast on the table.
When the dinner plate in front of the count was opened, a smell of blood wafted out.
Amerson wrinkled his nose. Although he had eaten with Uncle Kent several times, he was still not used to this smell.
There was an exquisite glass on the Earl's dinner plate, which contained not wine or juice, but bright red blood, which made people's heads tingle just looking at it.
His cousin Jia Ais was indifferent, obviously used to his father's special drink.
Amerson visited Emden before, but Earl Kent didn't have this habit at that time.
This time I came to Emden. When I had my first meal with the Earl, a large glass of blood was placed on the table. He was shocked.
The count explained to him that this was a health regimen taught to him by a traveling healer. Drinking a cup of Sheep Blood or Pig Blood with each meal, and supplementing it with Secret Medicine, would strengthen your body and prolong your life.
Amerson knew from the correspondence between the two families that Earl Kent suffered from a serious illness. When he was dying, a healer who passed by his territory saved his life. He must have been the one who taught him this health-preserving method.
Now it seems that this health-preserving technique is somewhat effective. His uncle Kent is in his 50s, but he is still very strong physically. The only strange thing is that his skin has become a little pale. I guess it is because he stays in the castle all day and doesn't go out much.
The earl also enthusiastically recommended his health regimen to Amerson, but when he thought of the pungent smell of blood, he refused. How could he have a good appetite after drinking something like that during a meal?
The earl picked up the cup and took a sip, showing an expression of great enjoyment.
When he first drank it, he was very uncomfortable with it, but gradually he fell in love with the taste.
For this reason, he ordered the kitchen to kill an animal every two days. The blood obtained on that day was the most delicious, and a few cups were left in the ice cellar to be refrigerated for drinking the next day.
The count felt refreshed after taking a sip of the "drink" and began to enjoy the food on the table.
While eating, he said, "Let's not talk about the rebellion in the south. A lot of things have happened in our area recently!"
Jia Ais, who had just returned, became interested and quietly waited for what his father would say next.
"Our neighbor to the north actually single-handedly wiped out the pirates who invaded the territory. I remember that the kid from the Greiman family must have just turned 15 now, and he actually had this ability."
Jia Ais sneered, it was just a pirate. He said with a little disdain, "No matter how young the lord is, his vassals can still work."
Earl Kent continued:
"After fighting the pirates, our little count seemed to have swelled up and actually took over Bairdin next door. Speaking of which, he and Mellon Garnard, the lord of Bairdin, are Blood Oath Brothers."
"There are two versions of what happened. One was promoted by Greiman. The vassals of Ganard were plotting to kill their lord. As Mellon Garnard, Blood Oath Brothers couldn't just sit idly by. The notice was signed by Mellon Garnard, but it might have been forced."
"The other one was preached by Ganard's vassals. Greiman coveted Bairdin's wealth and seized Mellon Garnard in the name of a banquet. They raised an army to seek justice. Of course, they failed as expected. How could several Viscounts and barons compete with a count, so these guys came to us..."
Jia Ais followed his father's words. "You want us to send troops to assist?"
"It's like this. Anqiluo, the manager of Bairdin, comes to see me every three days."
"Father, which side do you think is lying?"
Earl Kent shrugged. "It might be Greiman, it might be Anqiluo, or both sides are lying. Who can know? Old Garnard died in an unknown way No matter what, Anqiluo and others are inseparable, and it is an indisputable fact that Greiman accepted Bairdin. So, my child, it doesn't matter who is lying, what matters is..."
"Make the choice that is best for us!" Jia Ais understood what his father was going to say.
Seeing how mature his son was, Earl Kent smiled and nodded, raised the cup and took a sip of the "drink".
"Anqiluo has already offered his price - half of Bairdin's land. I don't know how high Greiman can offer. I am now considering who should go to Arda."
As soon as the earl finished speaking, Amerson, who had been listening to them silently just now, stood up.
"Uncle Kent, if you agree, I would like to take a trip to Arda."