Lucky Knight Hubble

Hubble gave Franz an enthusiastic welcome, and Franz did not rush to recruit him.

After all, they had not seen each other for years. Who knew what Hubble's situation was now based on nothing but written correspondence?

What he needed was a loyal hound willing to work for his cousin, not someone who would bring trouble.

So he simply indulged in wine and women, leaving Hubble to make all the arrangements.

Behind the scenes, the men he had brought swiftly completed their handover with the people here and took the opportunity to reassess the situation on the New Continent.

After several days, once he had learned about Hubble's recent circumstances, he was finally at ease.

This slave hunter of common birth had truly been beyond reproach since Franz hired him, working honestly and diligently.

The fact that he had kept his restless heart in check and held fast to his duties for years satisfied Franz.

Partly to repay the life-saving favor Hubble had once done him, and partly to win his loyalty, Franz decided to produce a blank document.

That day, after eating and drinking their fill, Franz declined Hubble's invitation for evening entertainment.

He ordered the wine removed and tea served, dismissing the dancers and other diversions.

Hubble also realized that after several days of revelry, it was probably time for serious business.

Wasn't this the opportunity he had been yearning for?

After mastering both letters and arms, one sold one's talents to the ruler.

In the Great Xia Empire, wealth alone meant nothing. One also needed status.

Otherwise, even if one enjoyed fleeting riches and glory, they would vanish like smoke.

Hubble knew his own situation well. After struggling for so many years, he had crossed a minor class boundary, but he had also reached his limit.

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