Great Nobleman.

Chapter 2005 Even if we don't have it, we must have it!
Because they had learned in advance from the servants about Sonia's return and Serena's visit.

So when Sonia and Serena arrived at the shores of the White Elf Lake.

Brand spotted them immediately and then led Catherine and Rowling to meet them.

After moving closer and gracefully performing a noble bow, Brand smiled and said:
Good morning, Ms. Serena!

Welcome! I hope the beauty of my home will bring you comfort and relaxation.

Looking at Brand who came to greet him, and hearing these words.

Serena returned the greeting with a broad smile, offering her thanks as she did so.
Good day, Mr. Brand!

I apologize for the intrusion and hope you don't mind.

I only arrived in Kaya yesterday, and I originally planned to make some preparations before coming to visit.

But Ms. Sonia's hospitality was too much to refuse.

Finally, Serena took out an exquisitely wrapped gift box, handed it to Brand, and said:

"This is a gift I prepared in advance, and luckily I've been carrying it with me the whole time."

Otherwise, I really wouldn't know what to do!

Upon hearing these words, Brand accepted the gift and smiled, saying:

"Ms. Serena, you're too kind. Thank you for your gift."

There's a reason why Sonia was so eager to bring you over.

If this has caused you any inconvenience, I apologize on behalf of the North Holland family.

Serena smiled and shook her head, saying:
"Mr. Brand is too kind."

In fact, I've always wanted to see Mr. Brand again as soon as possible.

Many years ago, after a fleeting glimpse of your admirable figure at a banquet in the Griffith Empire.

I have never forgotten it over the years.

Thankfully, I've finally found the opportunity to see you again!

Upon hearing this, Brand, unusually, felt somewhat overwhelmed.

—Lowling is quite reserved, so why is Serena, who is also a half-blood demon, so different?

Is it because of the succubus bloodline?

Just as I was pondering how to respond, Catherine thoughtfully suggested:
"Why don't we sit down and talk slowly? Rowling and I have prepared some snacks."

Upon hearing this, Brand nodded in agreement.
“Well said, Ms. Serena, please try some of the specialties of our Morning Blossom Territory.”

Serena smiled and nodded, saying:
"It's an honor! You must be Lady Catherine? You are as beautiful as the rumors say!"

Catherine smiled and said:

"Thank you for the compliment, Ms. Serena is just as good!"

As they spoke, the group moved closer to the tables and chairs placed in the pavilion.

During this process, he glanced at Sonia, who had been watching the show with a smile ever since she returned.

Brand wrote her name down in his little notebook in the simulated world, ready to settle the score tonight!
for the rest of the time.

After introducing Rowling to Serena, they chatted for a while to get to know each other better.

Brand got straight to the point, asking about the Half-Demon lineage.

When it came to serious matters, Serena's smile faded slightly, and she stated directly:
"Since it was Mr. Brand's request, we at [Crimson Circle] are naturally prepared to do our best to fulfill it."

However, in contrast, we hope that the North Holland family can exert some influence.

We, the Crimson Ring, want to become good friends of the Kaya Empire.

Furthermore, many demons on our continent of Vantim admire the glory of the Kaya Empire and want to come here to find work.

Brand nodded and said:
"The North Holland family will strongly support anything that benefits the empire."

I have never objected to outsiders coming to work in our empire. Recently, many places in the cold north of the empire have become warmer because of your special goods and the demons who come to work for you.

The magic coins spent on this were even less than those spent on the [Fire Lantern] in the Elf Forest.

This is obviously a good thing.

However, there are two points I must specifically point out:

Our empire is open to accepting foreign people, but only if they do not harbor any disloyalty.

Only when they fully align themselves with the Kaya Empire and share common interests with it can they truly integrate into our empire.

In addition, although our empire has many territories in the north that are in the stage of large-scale development, the demand for resources and manpower in all aspects is enormous.

However, this will not affect our local industries.

Our capacity to contain external demons is inevitably limited at each stage; you must understand this.

Serena nodded and said:

"Of course, we just want to find a viable way out for these demonic people."

It's not about what we, the Crimson Ring, want to do.

We, the Crimson Ring, harbor no ill intentions toward either the Human Alliance or the continent of Farns.

"Please rest assured about this, sir."

Having gained Serena's approval, Brand turned his gaze to Sonia.

Seeing this, Sonia smiled and said:

"The Foreign Affairs Department has drafted a proposal on deepening cooperation with the Red Ring."

Its contents include establishing a dedicated teleportation point from the Empire to the northern territory of the Bruns Empire, the [Crimson Ring].

In our human alliance, mages who can manipulate the elements are a highly respected profession, and they are in high demand across all sectors.

Even ordinary civilians on the continent of Vantim can wield some fire element.

Based on this, it's not just the northern border of the empire.

Many lords and even some private merchants in other parts of the empire have been trying to recruit demons, but they have been struggling to find a way to do so.

Our Foreign Affairs Department will do its utmost to advance this matter going forward.

Hearing this, Serena was delighted, but also a little curious, she asked:
"Our [Crimson Ring]'s external affairs demons have recently contacted your country's Weaponry Department, which is responsible for the teleportation array."

However, they reported that your country's [Supreme Teleportation Array] is no longer sufficient after supporting trade with the Elf Forest and the continent of Osia?

When asked about this, Brand simply waved his hand and said:

"Ms. Serena, there's no need to worry."

I also have some influence within the Imperial Armaments Department.

I'll go talk to them later.

Seeing Brand speak so casually, Serena couldn't help but feel a little suspicious, even though she subjectively wanted to believe him.

Is this something that can be resolved with a simple chat?
Seeing that Serena didn't believe him, Brand beckoned to Lorraine and then whispered a few words in her ear.

Rowling then walked away quickly, and soon returned with someone who surprised Serena:

—Sanders Daher, Director of the Armaments Department of the Kaya Empire!
Immediately afterwards, in front of Serena, Brand directly discussed the issue of the [Supreme Teleportation Array] with Sanders.

When Brand asked if the Supreme Teleportation Array still had the capacity to open another teleportation path to the Crimson Ring.

Sanders nodded without hesitation and said:
"If it's Brand, you want to establish a teleportation point to the Crimson Ring."

We definitely have enough of a [Supreme Teleportation Array], or at least we should have one!

Our Ordnance Division is ready to fully cooperate at any time!

(End of this chapter)