Chapter 218
Arthur, as well as the other Elders, noticed Ed"s existence . A look of confusion appeared on their faces, but they withheld their questions as they saw the two unknown figures among them .
"Father, esteemed Elders, I have returned for a short period of time as I needed you to take a look at our two guests here, as well as a proposal I have . This one here is the highest authority of the Central Government of the Central Continent . The lady over here is the daughter of the Adalrick family . Her brother was one of the commanders that were killed back in the b.l.o.o.d.y war . However, she is not here for revenge on us, but on Blood sect apparently . For now, I believe her . "
Ed quickly explained the situation of the two guests . Some of the Elder"s killing intent spiked once they heard the relation between Jillian and Letif, but withdrew it as Ed said he believed in her . Of course, most of them wouldn"t stand a chance against her . But, like her impulsive attack against Ed earlier, they would have attacked her as they had lost some life comrades back in the war .
Ed continued to explain, this time about the proposal . "Seemingly, Blood sect forced the Adalrick family to send their eldest as a way to control the Central Continent . Now, they are in a desperate situation . And, as the strongest backers of this old man, they can no longer influence other families that hold a strong position in the government . So, we come to the proposal . We help the old man, and by extension the Adalrick family, and in return, they become a subordinate of Avalon . "
The hall went into silence for a couple of seconds, as everyone digested Ed"s words and understood them . Arthur broke the silence and said, "For now, the two of you are guests of ours, so take a seat please . " He offered the two of them some seats right in front of him and the Elders . Griffin took his Elder sear, while Ed and Eric stood to the side .
"First of all, I"m glad that you are doing well, Sir William Neil . " Arthur addressed the old man by his name . It was only natural that he knew the names of prominent figures of the world . "As for the lady of the Adalrick family, I hope your father"s health is getting better now . " Jillian, shocked that Arthur knew of her father"s ailing health, could do nothing but stare at him . These two sentences allowed the two visitors to know how much they were behind in information about Avalon .
"Now, about your proposal . Allow me to be blunt, but I can"t see Avalon benefiting much from this . Although it might sound like bragging, our kingdom has grown to be strong . Strong enough to take the Central Continent by might . So why should we help you instead?"
"You can"t be arrogant enough to believe that, right?!" Not taking the insult, Jillian talked back to Arthur . Still, even though it could be considered as an insult to Arthur, no one got mad .
"Sit back down, Jillian," William spoke calmly as well .
"But?!" Before she could say anything, William looked at her in a desperate way, making her take her seat .
"Please forgive her, Sir Arthur . "
"Please forgive her, Sir Arthur . "
"It is alright . Her reaction is understandable . You think that this small one city kingdom has no way to conquer a whole continent, isn"t that right young lady?" Arthur looked at Jillian and continued to speak .
"Our kingdom, albeit small, has enough military strength to do just that . Our royal family alone has four Immortal Establishment cultivators . Our sect Elders are all Heavenly Establishment level or above, and our general is also Immortal Establishment . On top of that, there are countless allies that will help us with no questions asked . Any many of these allies are Immortal Establishment grade . Do you still think we"re not strong enough to do it?"
William and Jillian could do nothing but stare, with wide open eyes, after hearing this information . Ey knew just how much they had underestimated Avalon now . Jillian wanted to argue that the quality of cultivators could be higher on their side but remembered what happened with Mehen earlier . She also noticed that Arthur didn"t include Ed"s monsters in the count . She realized just how mistaken she was when she had her outburst earlier .
"We could share our resources with you . As your subordinates, we can pay a yearly tribute and share our profits from the tourism that takes place in our continent . " William, realizing that he is losing ground, wanted to start and make proposals .
"The tower has been closed, as far as everyone knows . This caused your continent to lose quite a lot of visitors . How many years do you think it"ll take before they start visiting again?" Ed intervened as he knew information that Arthur didn"t .
"Even if the tower is closed, we still have ways to gain income . It is still a bonus for a starting kingdom such as Avalon . " William started to panic . If they couldn"t accept this offer, he would have nothing to do for them .
"Even if the tower is closed, we still have ways to gain income . It is still a bonus for a starting kingdom such as Avalon . " William started to panic . If they couldn"t accept this offer, he would have nothing to do for them .
"Sir William, please inspect this," Arthur said as he withdrew his saber from his Spatial ring .
"This is?"
"My personal weapon," Arthur said as William traced the saber with his hand . He couldn"t hide his awe as he felt the weapon"s power .
"I can only say it is worthy of a sect master such as yourself . " William returned the saber to Arthur while praising it .
"That"s not all . This is only one of many weapons of the same quality that my son, Edward, had crafted in preparation for our future battles . In fact, his personal weapon is of a higher quality than mine . " Arthur looked at Ed, indicating that he should show them .
Ed withdrew Shusui in compliance . Jillian remembered the cold blade that almost beheaded her and shuddered a little .
"That"s not all . This is only one of many weapons of the same quality that my son, Edward, had crafted in preparation for our future battles . In fact, his personal weapon is of a higher quality than mine . " Arthur looked at Ed, indicating that he should show them .
Ed withdrew Shusui in compliance . Jillian remembered the cold blade that almost beheaded her and shuddered a little .
"You should understand now, Sir William . " As Arthur spoke, William could tell that nothing he had could benefit Avalon . So, all he could do now is to stand up and bow in front of Arthur .
In his state, William muttered only one sentence, "Please, help us . "
Jillian joined him and said the same sentence, but with more enthusiasm behind her voice .
"Please, raise your heads . A relationship built on material items will only deteriorate because of those items . Instead, one built on trust will last forever . At least that"s what I believe . So, will you help me build such a long-lasting relationship?" Arthur said as he extended his hand towards William . The latter quickly shook it with both of his hands, afraid that Arthur might get back on his words .
"Alright now, Elders . Let everyone know that after subjugating the Beastmen and the Oni, our next target will be the Central Continent! Make sure this stays as a secret! Ed, we won"t need your help now, but we might in the future, try to finish your errands in two months" time tops . Also, say h.e.l.lo to my father for me . " Arthur ended the meeting as he took both William and Jillian to discuss things .
Ed and Eric simply smiled and went back to the castle .Arthur, as well as the other Elders, noticed Eds existence . A look of confusion appeared on their faces, but they withheld their questions as they saw the two unknown figures among them . Father, esteemed Elders, I have returned for a short period of time as I needed you to take a look at our two guests here, as well as a proposal I have . This one here is the highest authority of the Central Government of the Central Continent . The lady over here is the daughter of the Adalrick family . Her brother was one of the commanders that were killed back in the b.l.o.o.d.y war . However, she is not here for revenge on us, but on Blood sect apparently . For now, I believe her . Ed quickly explained the situation of the two guests . Some of the Elders killing intent spiked once they heard the relation between Jillian and Letif, but withdrew it as Ed said he believed in her . Of course, most of them wouldnt stand a chance against her . But, like her impulsive attack against Ed earlier, they would have attacked her as they had lost some life comrades back in the war . Ed continued to explain, this time about the proposal . Seemingly, Blood sect forced the Adalrick family to send their eldest as a way to control the Central Continent . Now, they are in a desperate situation . And, as the strongest backers of this old man, they can no longer influence other families that hold a strong position in the government . So, we come to the proposal . We help the old man, and by extension the Adalrick family, and in return, they become a subordinate of Avalon . The hall went into silence for a couple of seconds, as everyone digested Eds words and understood them . Arthur broke the silence and said, For now, the two of you are guests of ours, so take a seat please . He offered the two of them some seats right in front of him and the Elders . Griffin took his Elder sear, while Ed and Eric stood to the side . First of all, Im glad that you are doing well, Sir William Neil . Arthur addressed the old man by his name . It was only natural that he knew the names of prominent figures of the world . As for the lady of the Adalrick family, I hope your fathers health is getting better now . Jillian, shocked that Arthur knew of her fathers ailing health, could do nothing but stare at him . These two sentences allowed the two visitors to know how much they were behind in information about Avalon . Now, about your proposal . Allow me to be blunt, but I cant see Avalon benefiting much from this . Although it might sound like bragging, our kingdom has grown to be strong . Strong enough to take the Central Continent by might . So why should we help you instead? You cant be arrogant enough to believe that, right?! Not taking the insult, Jillian talked back to Arthur . Still, even though it could be considered as an insult to Arthur, no one got mad . Sit back down, Jillian, William spoke calmly as well . But?! Before she could say anything, William looked at her in a desperate way, making her take her seat . Please forgive her, Sir Arthur . It is alright . Her reaction is understandable . You think that this small one city kingdom has no way to conquer a whole continent, isnt that right young lady? Arthur looked at Jillian and continued to speak . Our kingdom, albeit small, has enough military strength to do just that . Our royal family alone has four Immortal Establishment cultivators . Our sect Elders are all Heavenly Establishment level or above, and our general is also Immortal Establishment . On top of that, there are countless allies that will help us with no questions asked . Any many of these allies are Immortal Establishment grade . Do you still think were not strong enough to do it? William and Jillian could do nothing but stare, with wide open eyes, after hearing this information . Ey knew just how much they had underestimated Avalon now . Jillian wanted to argue that the quality of cultivators could be higher on their side but remembered what happened with Mehen earlier . She also noticed that Arthur didnt include Eds monsters in the count . She realized just how mistaken she was when she had her outburst earlier . We could share our resources with you . As your subordinates, we can pay a yearly tribute and share our profits from the tourism that takes place in our continent . William, realizing that he is losing ground, wanted to start and make proposals . The tower has been closed, as far as everyone knows . This caused your continent to lose quite a lot of visitors . How many years do you think itll take before they start visiting again? Ed intervened as he knew information that Arthur didnt . Even if the tower is closed, we still have ways to gain income . It is still a bonus for a starting kingdom such as Avalon . William started to panic . If they couldnt accept this offer, he would have nothing to do for them . Sir William, please inspect this, Arthur said as he withdrew his saber from his Spatial ring . This is? My personal weapon, Arthur said as William traced the saber with his hand . He couldnt hide his awe as he felt the weapons power . I can only say it is worthy of a sect master such as yourself . William returned the saber to Arthur while praising it . Thats not all . This is only one of many weapons of the same quality that my son, Edward, had crafted in preparation for our future battles . In fact, his personal weapon is of a higher quality than mine . Arthur looked at Ed, indicating that he should show them . Ed withdrew Shusui in compliance . Jillian remembered the cold blade that almost beheaded her and shuddered a little . You should understand now, Sir William . As Arthur spoke, William could tell that nothing he had could benefit Avalon . So, all he could do now is to stand up and bow in front of Arthur . In his state, William muttered only one sentence, Please, help us . Jillian joined him and said the same sentence, but with more enthusiasm behind her voice . Please, raise your heads . A relationship built on material items will only deteriorate because of those items . Instead, one built on trust will last forever . At least thats what I believe . So, will you help me build such a long-lasting relationship? Arthur said as he extended his hand towards William . The latter quickly shook it with both of his hands, afraid that Arthur might get back on his words . Alright now, Elders . Let everyone know that after subjugating the Beastmen and the Oni, our next target will be the Central Continent! Make sure this stays as a secret! Ed, we wont need your help now, but we might in the future, try to finish your errands in two months time tops . Also, say h.e.l.lo to my father for me . Arthur ended the meeting as he took both William and Jillian to discuss things . Ed and Eric simply smiled and went back to the castle .