Great Nobleman.

Chapter 2004 What if the Crimson Ring enters the arena?
I'd like to learn more details from Celine.

However, they noticed that Brand and the others were already moving towards the terrace.

Hedy Lin didn't continue the topic of the 'secret medicine' and instead started talking about family affairs:
"Brand sent me to the Elf Forest a few days ago to gather a lot of information."

While we have been at peace here recently, other continents are engaged in fierce fighting.

Fierce wars are now breaking out on Osia, Swedin, Rios, and even the continent of Vantim.

And these are just a few of the continents with which we have had the most contact.

According to news from the Elf Royal Court, the number of continents affected by this war sweeping across the continents will be several times greater.

It was indeed only the [Radiant Hall] that initially started this war.

But when war breaks out, they are not the only ones involved!

Similar to what happened to our mainland, it wasn't just one or two mainlands that were invaded by ambitious individuals.

In summary, this continental war is very likely currently in its middle or even early-middle stage.

There's absolutely no chance it will end anytime soon!

Upon hearing this, Celine raised an eyebrow and said:

"Early to mid-game? Really?"

Hedy Lin shook her head and said:

"Why did I lie to you?
Think about it carefully. So far, most of the continental wars have been initiated by the [Radiant Hall], which represents half of the Vantim continent.

"And if the Crimson Ring, representing the other half of the Vantim continent, were to join in, what do you think the consequences would be?"

Upon hearing this, Celine frowned and said:
"What do you mean?"

Hedy Lin nodded and said:
"The style of operation of the Crimson Ring is not like that of the Blazing Hall."

But given their inability to prevent the impending doom of the continent of Vantim, they certainly wouldn't sit idly by and wait for their demise.

No matter how mild their methods are, conflicts with others are highly likely, and some ambitious individuals will certainly incite confrontation behind the scenes.

After all, they need more than just a little bit of land.

Moreover, desolate and barren lands like many uninhabited areas on the Rios continent certainly cannot meet their future development needs.

And now, signs of this are already appearing.

Upon hearing these words, Celine also thought of the high-ranking member of the Crimson Ring who had already arrived at the border of the Empire and would be coming to visit.

Celine had previously heard Brand say that the other party's goal this time was to bring more ordinary demons into their Kaya Empire as 'hired laborers' so that they could gradually become one of them.

From this perspective, is this actually a way to find a way out?
Lost in thought, Brand and the others pushed the food cart to the terrace, chatting and laughing.

Celine and Heidi's attention was also diverted.

And then, a pleasant breakfast time passed.

They strolled through the streets of the port with Brand, eventually arriving at the beach to watch the sea.

Celine eventually brought up the topic again, asking Brand about the current situation on the continents.

While sipping his juice with Catherine in his arms, Brand asked with some curiosity:

"Why is Sister Celine concerned about such important matters?"

Celine helplessly spread her hands and said:
"I don't want to start another war someday."

It's better to remain peaceful as things are now.

Upon hearing this, Brand joked:
"Peace? I'm planning to visit the Kingdom of Eternal Night in a while."

Let's see if there's anything good in the treasure troves of those forces that once invaded our continent.

"Is Celine no longer interested?"

Upon hearing this, Celine was taken aback at first, then asked seriously and with some curiosity:

"How can these be the same?"
Who is the specific target?

Could it be that those top-tier forces are finally about to reveal a weakness?

Hearing this, before Brand could respond, Hedy Lin teased with a smile:
"Celine is really domineering!"

So you mean we can hit others, but others can't hit us?

Upon hearing this, Celine pursed her lips, then said righteously:
"Is there anything wrong with what I think? Brand must think the same way, right?"

Brand smiled and nodded:
"Of course there is no problem. This idea is entirely in the interests of our family."

Especially those hostile forces from the Rios continent that once invaded our continent!

Of course, if it is a force that has no grudge against us, then it is most appropriate for us to first use gentle means to make contact.

It's not too late to resort to force when we become enemies.

all in all.

As long as we continue to develop our military strength, I believe no one will want to be our enemy.

And no one will be able to get in our way! So Sister Celine, don't worry."

Hearing Brand's powerful final speech, Celine's gloom instantly dissipated, and she smiled:
"The master of the family is wise!
But you haven't told me which one is the specific target yet?
Is it the Demon Spirit Guild or the Dark Demon Castle?

Upon hearing this, Brand shook his head and said:
"Most of the top powers in the Eternal Night Kingdom are currently under martial law and closed to the public."

Although the Demon Spirit Society and the Black Demon City were attacked, they did not reveal any weaknesses, and Virianna's spies were unable to infiltrate them.

So we probably need to wait a little longer.

Of course, Virianna's Tower of the Dead is directly confronting several factions.

"If Sister Celine is interested, we can go there later under Frost's name."

Finally, Brand materialized a document and handed it to Celine.

After taking it and examining it,

Celine pouted and said:
"I'm too lazy to do anything about a harvest as insignificant as a mosquito's leg."

Let's talk about it again when I feel like stretching my legs.

Upon hearing this, Brand smiled and agreed.

……

Another week has passed.

That morning, in the capital city of Kaya.

Several carriages bearing the insignia of the Imperial Foreign Affairs Department traveled through the streets of the capital and eventually arrived at the Duke of Morningflower's mansion in Brand.

After the carriage passes through the gate, it stops at the designated parking space in the square behind the gate.

Sonia stepped down first.

Behind her were personnel from the Foreign Affairs Department.

There was also a special guest.

This is a tall, voluptuous, mixed-race demon lady who wears a red dress, has long, bright red curly hair, a pair of delicate little sheep horns, and is exceptionally beautiful with skin as white as milk.

— Serena Deandre, one of the high-ranking representatives of the Crimson Ring stationed on the continent of Farns, a half-blood succubus!

Watch as this beautiful lady descended from the carriage with her two demonic attendants.

Sonia smiled and introduced:
"Ms. Serena, this is the residence of our North Holland family in the capital."

That might not suit the devil's tastes.

Upon hearing this, he glanced at the pavilions, towers, and rocky paths that were faintly visible under the shroud of white mist.

Serena's eyes lit up immediately, and she exclaimed in admiration:
"Ms. Sonia, you are too modest. This is truly an exquisite design! And it's a style I've never seen before!"

After glancing around several times, Serena turned her gaze back to Sonia and said:
"The various building materials all seem unusual?"
I imagine this must have been painstakingly crafted by the North Holland family.

Sonia shook her head and said:

"When this mansion was first built, my son Brand was only seventeen years old."

At that time, he was still studying at the Imperial Royal Academy of Mage Arts, and neither Morningflower Territory nor the North Holland family had been established yet.

Of course, this mansion did indeed cost a fortune, almost emptying his hard-earned savings.

After a brief explanation, Sonia suggested:

“How about we talk as we walk? Brand should already be waiting inside.”

Serena nodded and said:
"Of course!"

After receiving a response, while leading the way forward, Sonia smiled and recalled:
"By the way, the land for this mansion was actually acquired by me, the Director of the Foreign Affairs Department, for Brand."

Although Brand was young at that time, he had already begun to make a name for himself in the Empire…

While leading Serena and the others slowly into the depths of the mansion, admiring the beautiful scenery,

Sonia also told Serena, a guest, about Brand's past deeds.

At this point in time, Brand, the "Duke of Morningflower," is already a celebrity on the continent.

His various legendary deeds have naturally spread widely throughout the mainland.

However, because Brand has always been low-key, most of the stories that have been passed down are about the major events that happened after he became the Lord of Morningflower and became more and more well-known, and do not include many of the minor events that happened before he became a nobleman.

As Sonia is saying now, Serena has never heard of anything like it.

Moreover, because some of the stories were so legendary, Serena even unconsciously doubted their authenticity.

But before she could even ask a question...

In the distance ahead, a misty lake comes into view.

Looking out over the lake, among the figures in a small pavilion, I spotted a handsome and composed man wearing a dark red cloak, a faint smile on his face.

Serena could no longer care about these trivial matters!

—Although many years have passed, your handsome appearance is still so captivating!
(End of this chapter)