Chapter 7 Important Figures

  Lorain couldn't help but say, "Tribe leader, you'd better be careful. These outsiders are all glib and treacherous."

  "Hehe, Vice Chairman, you're overthinking this." But to his surprise, Goodell laughed heartily and said: "The Ravit Federation will always be our best ally. However, there's a saying on the prairie that goes 'don't let prejudice blind your eyes'."

  "Tawent once said that these people are all very good people, and he didn't help the wrong person, so I believe in the eyes of Centaur."

  It wasn't because of the alliance with Lavert that they blindly regarded people like Ramon as enemies, Gooder's words revealed the straightforward character of the grassland tribe without a doubt.

  Although Gudel has clearly stated that he still regards Lavert as his most important ally, Lorain is still dissatisfied with him for leaning towards the Lovell Guild.

  "Vice Chairman, I think I should remind you. Due to your hostility, many people have already begun to take notice of the Lovell Chamber of Commerce. Is this also as you wish, haha..."

  "What?" Lorran was startled.

  He only then discovered that there were many nobles around, not a few of whom were whispering to each other, and faintly heard "Who are those three people?" "Seemingly from another continent's Chamber of Commerce." "Rumor has it that they booked the best hotel in Orlate City as soon as they arrived, with a big pen..."

  To know that, now here, standing is Gaspard's Prime Minister, Duke Charles, Lorraine's Vice-Speaker Lorain, Prince Reynard of the Kingdom of Dirck, and Gooder Tribe Leader of the Godan Plains Alliance.

  Apart from the representative of the Krote Empire who has not yet appeared, it can be said that the actual controllers of various countries on the Veronica Continent have gathered here. In such a dinner party with intense political implications, they are indeed the focus of attention for all.

  It's likely that from the moment a few people gather together, no one knows how many people are trying to guess what these big shots are discussing, and what kind of earth-shattering matters they are talking about.

  Three unknown people, however, accompanied them throughout, and judging from their demeanor, they were not only acquainted with every influential figure but also "enjoyed pleasant conversations", leaving those curious yet uninformed nobles to wildly speculate.

  The name of Lowell's Chamber of Commerce soon spread throughout the banquet venue, and everyone was inquiring about the origin of this Chamber of Commerce, which could win the favor of so many pragmatic figures.

  It was in the midst of this confusion that the Lowell Commercial Association unexpectedly became the focus of attention for the entire evening banquet. For Javier, who had only mixed in to make connections with a few nobles, it was an unexpected surprise.

  Just for what he paid as "admission fee", this deal is a steal.

  Lorain obviously didn't think that he and Reynard would end up doing a free advertisement for the Lovell Merchant Guild, and for now, he could only curse Javiel's despicability in his heart.

  Just then, in the banquet hall, whispers and discussions were going on. A loud shout from a ceremonial officer outside the door once again drew people's attention.

  " Envoy of the Krote Empire, Bishop Leliana, and Prince Udina, enter!"

  "What?" At this shout, the lively banquet hall suddenly fell silent.

  Raymond and Freddie exchanged a look, that Udina prince should be the late king's brother, one of the hot candidates for the throne. But who was that Leliana bishop?

  However, it's not just the two of them, Prince Charles and others beside him also looked bewildered, apparently they didn't know who each other was either.

  "This time, the representative of the Krote Empire is from the Sidonis Church, but since entering the city, he has not shown his face until now."

  "It's already strange that a person from the Sidonius Church is acting as an envoy in place of the Imperial Family of Krot, and to make matters worse, this bishop seems to be a woman just by the name."

  "Idiot, didn't you notice something truly strange? She came with Prince Udine."

  "Could it be that the Krote Empire has already made clear its intention to support Prince Udine's ascension to the throne?"

  ……

  In the face of this strange situation, all the nobles were whispering to each other, and the sound of their discussion occasionally reached over here, making the faces of Duke Charles and others even more solemn.

  "Shh, they're coming."

  Someone suddenly called out in a low voice, and for a moment everyone looked towards the door.

  Under the gaze of all, a man and a woman walked into the banquet hall, one after the other.

  The man in his 50s was very tall, with a thin face and a dense eight-shaped beard. His forehead was wide, his eyes were sharp, and he walked quickly, looking steady and capable.

  He was the brother of the late King Fagana of Uganda, Prince Udina.

  However, what people are really concerned about is the woman behind him. The woman wears a white robe symbolizing light from the Sidonis church, around 20 years old, not particularly beautiful in appearance, but she has the introverted temperament of a long-term devout believer, walking slowly behind Udina with her head down and eyes lowered, as if nothing worldly can touch her again.

  A woman like her should be in a solemn church worshiping God, how could she become an envoy and run to this place? This was what everyone thought at that moment.

  So almost no one noticed that this girl in her early 20s was already a high-ranking bishop.

  "What on earth is His Highness Udine up to?" Looking at the two of them, Duke Charles's face showed a complex expression.

  After Fagan's death, he strongly supported Udaina's succession and can be considered a trusted member of the Udaina faction. However, when Udaina met with this Liriana bishop, he was completely unaware, and the two even attended the dinner party together, giving Duke Charles a strong feeling of being excluded.

  "It seems that Duke Udine has his own plans." At this time, Renard suddenly came over and said: "Your Excellency the Duke, how do you feel now?"

  Have to say, this person is really speechless, and at this time also did not forget to speak sarcastically.

  The Duke of Marlborough glanced at him and turned to Udina: "This will not trouble your lordship further."

  "Haha, well, good luck then." Renard smiled with a hint of meaning.

  "It's actually a woman, what on earth is the Krote Empire up to?" Guder said at this time.

  "It seems that in the end, the Sidonist faction has gained the upper hand in the internal struggle of the Empire." Deneck said worriedly.

  The Ravit Federation shares a border with the Krote Empire, directly facing the military threat of the strongest nation on this continent. The constant struggle between the Sidonius Church and the Krote royal family has kept this dangerous country temporarily calm, but if the warlike Sidonius Church were to gain control over the state, no one dares to imagine what would happen.

  "This matter cannot be ignored," said Lorran, "Let's go and take a look." The three of them also went over.

  "Haha, this time there's a lively scene to watch, perhaps your Chamber of Commerce's opportunity is coming soon."

  Suddenly, Leonard said this inexplicable sentence to the three people and swaggered in that direction.

  "What a truly inscrutable person." Javier sighed as he gazed at Reynard's back.

  As a trio, it was naturally impossible to thicken their skin and squeeze in, so they could only stay here, gazing from afar at those rulers of various countries, chatting with each other.

  It's strange to say, but after withdrawing from those people and observing from a distance, although I clearly know they may still be talking about the same uninteresting things as before, there is an inexplicable sense of mysterious distance, as if they must be discussing some earth-shattering matter.

  Perhaps it's the sentiment of people in lower positions admiring those in higher positions, only to find out later that it's not all that after becoming one of them.

  "How about it, did you get anything?" Raymon asked Freddy.

  "Of course," said Freddy excitedly, nodding his head. "Perhaps you won't believe it, but from that conversation just now, I've already gotten a lot of useful things."

  "What's your take on them?" Raymond asked again.

  "The relationship between these people is absolutely not as simple as it seems on the surface." Freddy shook his head: "It's impossible to draw a definite conclusion from just a casual conversation."

  "But that Vice President Lorran really does hate us." Raymon said with a smile.

  "That guy is not worth worrying about." Freddie grunted, but then added, "No, that's not right either. What I mean is, he's a guy who's even less like a businessman than you are, and yet he's sitting in the vice chairman's seat of the Ravite Federation - it's really strange."

  "But that old man always gives me a very dangerous feeling. Not because of his position, but something else..."

  He said with a sigh: "On the contrary, it is that Deneke who should be more careful. I think he is probably the main opponent of your Chamber of Commerce."

  The last sentence was directed at Javier.

  Javier nodded: "I feel the same way. That person is very low-key, but I always think he's using Loran to hide himself. He's the one who should be noticed."

  "What about Renard?" Raymond asked again.

  "Freddie mused, "This guy... is extremely complex. But as Akerman said, he's a highly dangerous individual because you can't predict what he's thinking in his mind, let alone guess what he'll do next."

  "But what really puzzles me is that, although he's arrogant, he's not a brainless person." Freddie said with a puzzled expression: "However, he recklessly provokes everyone, as if he doesn't care about the consequences at all. I think someone like him wouldn't be so foolish."

  "Maybe it's just his nature. People like him, young and arrogant, with a noble status, often don't need to consider anything, and over time, they form habits, not putting anyone in their eyes." Javier said with his experience.

  "Probably," Freddie nodded. "There's just too little information about this person, it's hard to make a definitive judgment. But he'll be one of the most noteworthy people for us in the future."

  At this time, it was heard that the Duke of Charlais loudly said: "Since the unexpected death of our king, the whole country has been extremely sad. Fortunately, I am glad to see that our friendly country of Gasparde has shown goodwill at this time."

  "On behalf of the Kingdom of Gasparde, I extend our warmest welcome to them."

  As he spoke, Duke Charles raised his glass and everyone in the room followed suit, creating a lively atmosphere.

  This dinner party was, after all, nominally a welcome for the envoys of various countries, so once everyone had arrived, Duke Charles made a formal opening speech. Upon hearing his words, the nobles present rushed over in a flurry.

  "Archbishop Liriana, I ask the representative of the Crot Empire this time, why is it the Sidonius Church?" At this time, a nobleman asked loudly: "Have you already grasped the great power of the country?"

  At the time when everyone raised their glasses to drink, this girl named Liriana just hung her head and stood quietly there, as if she was not in a lively dinner party but in the temple serving God King Tyrone, full of a sacred feeling.

  She raised her head at the man's words, and in a soft yet firm voice, she said slowly: "I was dispatched to mourn the passing of King Fagana, it is a decision made jointly by the king and the Pope. We, the priests of Hillnis, are only devout servants of God-king Talen, we have never thought of contending for any power."

  Unexpectedly, this young girl had considerable diplomatic talent, and her words were flawless.

  It was strange for everyone to hear such a standard diplomatic response from the mouth of a girl full of religious spirit. Because everyone knows that at this moment, the capital of the Krote Empire, Trebisia, is already a dark and turbulent undercurrent in its open and secret struggles.

  "...So, you and Prince Udine have come together, does that mean the Empire of Krote supports the prince's succession?" asked another noble.

  This was also a question in everyone's mind, so everyone perked up their ears and waited for her response.

  Liriana turned her head and glanced at Udina, then slowly shook her head: "No, we just happened to meet."

  The scene was in an uproar.

  "Hey, looks like you can't be deceived by her appearance, this woman is much tougher than I thought." Freddie, who had been watching from a distance, couldn't help but say.

  Raymond was also moved by the thought that those who could represent a country were not ordinary people, and it seemed that they had to pay more attention to this Sidonie Church.

  This is indeed a very vast land.

  "Ladies and gentlemen." At this time, Prince Udina spoke up: "Bishop Ririana is the most devout believer I have ever seen. This time, the Krote Empire sent her here only to pray for my deceased brother and send him into the arms of God King Taren, there is no other meaning, please do not make any more wild guesses."

  "And we just happened to run into each other."

  Udine had great authority with Gasparde and so said, the nobles abandoned their pursuit.

  "Now that Gasperd hasn't chosen a successor yet, I'm worried it will affect the relationship between our countries. I wonder if Prince Udina will really inherit the throne as rumored?" Renard asked suddenly.