Celestial Mage

Chapter 210 Didn't expect it, really didn't expect it (14)

Mochizuki Garden.

At six o'clock in the evening, Malkiri, the head of internal affairs, hurriedly knocked on the door of Sofia's bedroom.

"Madam, there is good news from Winter City."

Sophia was dismantling the coiled hair ring with the help of the maid. After hearing this sentence, she felt a little strange.

"Is there any good news for Winter City? The Duke cut taxes out of his kindness?"

"Come in and talk, Malkyi."

Malkiri opened the door and entered the house, stood behind the coral screen, and began to report the good news.

"Ma'am, news came from Winter City that six days ago, Baron Electrolux de Sarno, the master craftsman, had a sudden illness and died suddenly."

"what?!"

Sophia's heart was shocked, and all kinds of emotions welled up in her heart.

A bit sad, because after all, the one who died was an archmage who was similar to her age. When the other party died, it was natural to think that she was not much older.

Seventy percent relieved, as an old opponent for many years, she has put tremendous pressure on her these years. If he hadn't been using various methods to influence the Duke, the Duke would not have continued to increase the tax amount in the highlands.

Now that he was dead, the pressure dissipated instantly.

The last two points are doubts.

As far as he knew, the two brothers of the Sano family had always been in good health, not only had strong mana, but also had many children.

Electrolux has two sons and two daughters, and Fei Lun has the second son and three daughters. Although they are not very promising, it is not absurd. A stable inheritance of the family business is completely enough.

With such a strong body and a noble and comfortable life, why did people suddenly disappear?

No matter how she thought about it, she could never have imagined that such a thing would happen.

Sophia asked, "What disease do you have?"

Considering that the Sano brothers are more flirtatious, she suspects that they may have some kind of dirty disease.

But it's not right either.

Even if he got dirty, with Electrolux's status, it was just a small ailment of mange, and the priest of the temple would naturally cure him, and it would definitely not develop to the point where he would die from it.

Another thought popped up.

"Could it be an immediate wind? This possibility is very high."

While thoughts were flying, Malkiri's voice came into the inner room.

"Ma'am, the situation is not very clear, but it should not be an ordinary illness, it seems to be related to something in heaven."

Sophia was startled, so she didn't ask any more questions: "I understand, you can step back."

After speaking, he immediately remembered something, and immediately said: "Wait!"

"I am here, ma'am."

"Go and send a messenger to deliver letters overnight to the families of the highland lords, and say that a meeting of the highland lords will be held the day after tomorrow to discuss how to solve the chaos in Crescent Town."

I planned to prepare well for the lord meeting, but after Electrolux died, there was nothing to prepare for.

"Yes, ma'am."

Sophia asked again: "Malgiri, you think Fei Lun will do this?"

As a political veteran who has assisted Sofia for many years, Malkiri naturally thought about this issue, and said at this time.

"Without the support of Electrolux, Faerun is just a lord of a wealthy highland town, and he is no longer qualified to covet the position of the great lord of the highland."

"Although Faerun is hypocritical and self-interested, he has a keen sense of changes in the situation. He should be greatly restrained. At the same time, he is likely to stand by Vobos' side and support him as the next earl."

Sophia probably thought so too, and asked again: "Fubos or Xia Bolai, which one do you think is suitable?"

Malkiri immediately said: "Madam, with my shallow knowledge, I dare not speak nonsense."

"There are no outsiders here, you can say whatever you want, just treat it as an ordinary chat."

Malkiri lowered his voice: "Madam, why don't you let God choose? Whoever God wants, that's who."

Sophia laughed: "You old bastard, you are more slick than a mouse in the kitchen. This problem is indeed difficult for you, go to work."

"Thank you madam for your understanding."

Malkyi quickly exited the room.

After the door closed, Sophia fell into deep thought.

"Where is Fubos or Chapple?"

It is true that this time, Fubosi's performance disappointed her greatly.

But except for this latest time, Xia Bolai has never satisfied her.

The two children are not successful, no matter how to choose, it is very uncomfortable.

"Hey~ forget it~ Malkiri is right, leave this tricky problem to God."

Soon, one by one messengers set off from Silver Moon Fort and rushed to the towns in the Yellow River Highlands.

It used to be Six Highland Towns, but now that Yuehui Town is gone, it is Five Towns.

On the afternoon of the second day after the courier started to deliver the letter, Xia Bolai still ate and lived with the refugees at the racetrack, deepening their relationship.

Harrick played the role of a political officer, responsible for handling all kinds of trivial matters, and he was too busy to spank his buttocks.

As for Rosen, when things are on the right track, he will be free.

At this time, he stayed in the nearby Maple Leaf Castle, drinking tea and chatting with Bi Legu.

Bi Legu loves the moonshine wine brewed by himself very much, and mainly drinks it.

He took a sip of his wine and spoke slowly.

"Tomorrow, a highland lord meeting will be held. At the meeting, the final decision will be made on who will resolve the chaos in New Moon Town."

"Now, I will give you a detailed introduction to the situation of the five highland towns."

Rosen immediately pricked up his ears and listened carefully.

Bi Legu took another sip of his wine and spoke eloquently.

"In order of size, the five towns of Huangshui are Linhu Town of the Sano Family, Maple Leaf Town of my family, Furnace Ash Town of the Lafinger Family, Fanggu Town of the Moro Family, and Riverside Town of the Dumont Family."

"There used to be Yuehui Town of the Feilin family, but it's a pity that it's a thing of the past now."

Rosen likes to drink warm boiled water. At this time, he holds the boiled water cup and takes a sip from time to time.

Bi Legu was puzzled: "Why do you like drinking this tasteless thing?"

Luo Sen pretended to be profound with a smile: "At first taste, it is tasteless, but after careful tasting, it has a hundred flavors."

Bi Legu was startled: "Really?"

Rosen laughed and returned to normal: "No, it's simply because I'm used to it. Oh, old man, let's continue talking about the next five towns."

Bilegu continued to introduce.

"The combined population of the five towns is about 65, accounting for nearly [-]% of the entire Highlands, and the remaining [-]% belongs to Silvermoon Castle."

"The strength of Silvermoon Castle has a huge advantage, but the opinions of the barons cannot be ignored. After all, the support of the barons is indispensable for many important things to be done smoothly."

Rosen nodded in agreement, the barons have a lot of resources, and the folks also have a very high reputation.

If they really didn't cooperate, Silvermoon Fort would immediately become a lonely family, and they would be tied up when doing things, which was very uncomfortable.

Taking another sip of the moonshine wine, Bilegu squinted and smiled.

"This time, there are only two ways to deal with the matter in Crescent Town. Either continue to let Fubosi do it, or let Xia Bolai do it."

Rosen understood: "The earl and the five lords vote together, and whoever gets the most votes will deal with the mess in Crescent Town?"

"Correct."

Bileg continued to analyze: "In the past, Xia Bolai was very absurd, so everyone agreed that Fubosi was the next earl candidate, so there was nothing to say."

"But things are different now."

"In my estimation, Linhu Town, Hepan Town, and Fanggu Town should support Fubosi. Naturally, I support Xia Bolai."

"As for Furnace, although Baron Lafinger is my friend, and his son Master Hal is also your friend, in the face of such a big event, ordinary friendship is not reliable, I guess he will remain neutral."

Rosen understood: "Three to one is not an advantage."

Bilegu nodded, but shook his head again.

"It's true that Xia Bolai has no advantage, but don't forget to have the earl's vote. One of the earl's votes is used as two votes. If she supports Xia Bolai, it will be a tie."

Rosen squeezed his chin: "The Earl naturally supports Xia Bolai, but it's only a tie, one vote short. Old man, is there room for canvassing?"

Bi Legu smiled and said, "Actually, we don't need to worry about it."

"Because before the meeting, the earl must exchange ideas with the lords in private. If she insists on supporting Chapolet, she will sell some benefits in exchange for the support of the lords. Therefore, the resolution will definitely be passed."

Rosen nodded to express his understanding, but felt that it was inappropriate to rely entirely on the Earl to mediate.

"Madam is old, and Chapolei should have his own strength. We can't rely on Madam for protection in everything. Perhaps, we should do something to share Madam's pressure."

Bilegu nodded in agreement: "You are right."

If the earl is young and strong, then his subordinates will naturally restrain themselves so as not to arouse suspicion.But the earl has reached the age to determine the heir, so the heir has to perform well and show his abilities as much as possible.

It's definitely not possible to rely on Chapolet, and he needs his subordinates to help him plan.

Bilegu thought for a while, and said, "I will try my best to persuade Baron Lafingue, and I am probably [-] to [-]% sure."

"As for Linhu Town in Sano, you have offended Fei Lun so much this time, so you definitely can't say anything. And Baron Dumont in Riverside Town is the father-in-law of Fubosi, so he can't say anything."

"The rest is Fanggu Town."

"The current lord of Fanggu Town, Baron Moreau, is also Baron Dumont's son-in-law and Fubosi's brother-in-law. He had no chance to persuade him, but fortunately, Baron Moreau has a sister."

Speaking of this, Bilegu looked at Rosen: "You just know this sister, because she is Sir Last's wife."

Rosen was taken aback, then wondered again: "How does the old gentleman know that I know Sir Ruster?"

Bilegu just laughed, laughing while drinking, laughing very teasingly, and laughing so that Rosen was a little baffled.

After finally laughing, he began to explain: "Because Rust's manor is nearby. Also because of your painting, the couple completely fell apart, hehe."

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Then he thought of the custom-made painting Mrs. Last ordered for 6000 crowns, and felt very bad in his heart.

Huayanhua seems to be in big trouble.

Bi Legu said: "You go back later, and go to Lily Manor to help their husband and wife ease their relationship."

"It doesn't matter Mr. Ruster. The key point is to appease Mrs. Ruster, who is the sister of the lord of Fanggu Town."

"You have calmed down, and let Mrs. Last help you persuade Baron Moreau, and things will take a turn for the better."

Rosen's heart moved: "Mrs. Last is already married, so she still has such a great influence on Baron Moreau?"

Bilegu had a meaningful expression on his face: "That woman is not simple, she has great influence. Her opinion is very important in the Moro family."

Rosen's heart moved, thinking of the winery that Mrs. Last married with an annual income of 1 crowns, and immediately knew that Bilegu was right.

So, he nodded and agreed, "Then I'll go now."

After saying goodbye to Bi Legu, he got into the carriage and quickly left Maple Leaf Manor.

After walking on the road for a while, there was a fork in front of the road. The left side went back to the city, and the right side led to a manor.

Rosen looked at the road sign at the next fork, and found that it was Lily Manor, which was the property of Mr. Last.

He looked up at the sky, and it was nearly five o'clock in the afternoon, so he gave instructions to the coachman.

"Joy, send me to Lily Manor, and then go back and report to Madam, saying that I will rest at Lily Manor tonight to solve business problems."

There was no need to rest, but because it was late, the city gate was closed after a short delay, and Joey was asked to go back to report to avoid worrying Serrandis and Gendroni.

"Yes, Master."

The carriage turned around and drove towards Lily Manor.

Soon, the carriage stopped in front of Lily Manor, and an old butler with gray hair came up to him with a puzzled expression on his face.

"Sir, what is your purpose?"

Rosen opened the car window and asked, "I'm Sir Philander and I want to visit Mr. Last. Is he there?"

The old housekeeper naturally heard Rosen's name, and immediately said: "What a coincidence, both Mr. and Mrs. are here. But their current relationship is not very harmonious."

Rosen came here to solve the problem, and said: "Then please go and report, if Mr. Last doesn't welcome me, I'll go back."

"Just a moment, Sir Philander."

The old butler turned around and returned to the manor.

After about a quarter of an hour, he came back: "Sir Philander, both sir and madam welcome you very much, and feel very honored to have you here."

Rosen got out of the carriage: "Then trouble the old gentleman to lead me the way."

The butler waved his hands again and again: "I'm not an old man, I'm the butler Lowe, you can just call me by my name."

In this case, Rosen asked: "Housekeeper Luo Wei, which party do you think is at fault for the quarrel between Mr. and Mrs.?"

He didn't expect to get a valuable answer, so he just asked tentatively. It would be great if there was an answer, but it doesn't matter if there is no answer.

Unexpectedly, Butler Luo Wei immediately showed disgust on his face.

"Of course the mister is at fault!"

"Our young lady cough cough~ Madam is beautiful and gentle, she is generous to her husband, and never goes out to flirt."

"That guy suspected that Madam had an affair with a man outside, what an ungrateful bastard!"

Rosen's heart moved, and he immediately knew that the housekeeper should be a servant brought by Mrs. Last from Fanggu Town. He was the lord of Fanggu Town, so he naturally turned to his lady.

Considering that Mr. Last relies on his wife for everything, and is absolutely miserable at home, it is no wonder that he wants to buy a painting to arrange his wife's right and wrong.

"Excuse me for being rude, butler Lowe, Madam really didn't have an intimate relationship with any man outside?"

Butler Lowe immediately swears.

"Absolutely not! I know that it is rumored that Madam has an affair with Sir Hydner, but that is just a malicious arrangement by Madam to make him angry."

For this, Rosen believed half of it, but he also confirmed one thing, that is, the facts should be quite different from the situation described in the letter.

He secretly wondered: "I really didn't expect this to happen."

(End of this chapter)