Struggle for Power and Profit

Vasili's expression turned somewhat ugly as well. Deep down, he looked at Dole with envy. This fellow's rise had been unbelievably swift and fierce—twenty-nine years old, seventh rank, and already grasping multiple rules. He truly was a living miracle. No, a legend.

After thinking for a moment, he said, "Do you have any interest in taking over Wasen Fort?"

The moment Dole heard this, he shook his head like a rattle drum. "No. I still have many things to do. I don't want to get too involved in all those pointless affairs." Seeing Vasili's expression suddenly turn cold, he swiftly changed tack. "But if it's to deal with external enemies like the Nightmare Patriarch, I'll give it everything I've got."

Vasili's expression improved somewhat, and Shallow Moon Patriarch in the distance looked better as well. Fire King Patriarch merely gave a cold snort.

After some thought, Vasili said, "Given your current situation, we should actually transfer you back and place you at the Glory Wizard Alliance headquarters. That way, you could grow even faster. But if you're unwilling, we won't force you. You're already progressing quickly enough. Haste makes waste."

At that moment, Shallow Moon Patriarch spoke from the side. "Dole, don't let Aixi overwork herself. She is also a candidate for the eighth rank. Before long, the Empire will confer upon Aixi the title of Prince. She is another future of our Glory Family."

Dole turned toward Shallow Moon Patriarch, knowing what he was thinking.

"The relationship between Aixi and me is more friendship than husband and wife. I have never opposed any decision she makes, nor will I try to instill any ideas in her."

Shallow Moon Patriarch's feelings were complicated. According to the information they had received, the two were preparing for a second child, perhaps even