Great Nobleman.

Chapter 2074 Following Mr. Bernard's Example!
Next, he chatted with Stella for a while, subtly revealing some bits and pieces of information that didn't involve family secrets, as well as some of her own speculations.

Stella bid farewell and left, her heart heavy with unspoken thoughts.

After escorting them to the door and watching them disappear from sight,

Finia returned to the counter and sat down, then took out the 'bribe' that Ms. Stella had given her:
A medium-sized ice gem.

In the past, she definitely wouldn't have accepted it so easily.

Even though Mr. Bernard had said more than once that she was too 'honest'.

However, she is now, after all, a member of the 'North Harland' family.

In this situation, Finia felt that she still needed to try to emulate Mr. Bernard a little.

Historically, some people have offered bribes when purchasing or customizing equipment from Mr. Bernard.

They hoped Mr. Bernard would offer them some high-end items to choose from, or put more effort into crafting their equipment.

In such situations, Mr. Bernard would use interesting stories and eloquent words to satisfy the guests' desires.

The actual quality of the equipment that is ultimately sold is secondary!

According to Mr. Bernard, this is called the art of language.

The goal of this art is to make people feel satisfied and effectively foster friendly relationships between people.

Receiving gifts is a necessary part of this process, but it has no direct relation to the quality of the goods sold.

Although something felt off, Mr. Bernard did make many friends through this art form.

As Mr. Bernard's student, Finia had been observing and learning this art.

Of course, she had hesitated to try it before.

Today, she also had a small taste of the art of language with Ms. Stella.

—They accepted the gift and then provided information that was partly true and mostly speculative.

Judging from the results, Stella should be quite satisfied.

While recalling her previous wording, she pondered how she could perform better next time.

Finia, in a cheerful mood, took out a handkerchief and polished the magic gem in her hand until it shone even brighter...

"Hey! Who gave you this bribe?"

Suddenly hearing Mr. Bernard's voice, she turned around abruptly and saw the knight golem that had appeared beside her at some point.

Finia quickly stood up, her cheeks flushed, and then stammered:

“Mr. Bernard! This is a gift from... Sister Stella. When did you arrive?”

Seeing Finia's embarrassed and awkward appearance.

Brand quickly guessed what was going on. Under his control, the knight golem reached out and ruffled her hair, then joked in a lighthearted tone:

"Relax, you were probably too focused to notice, or maybe my steps were a little too light."

However, it's unacceptable to bribe our newest member of the North Harland family with a common, ordinary medium-grade magic gem.

"It should have been higher quality resources!"

As they spoke, the knight golem sat down at the counter as usual.

Seeing this, Finia also sat down nervously and then explained in detail what had happened.

After listening, the knight golem casually said:

"This kind of thing is quite common for me."

Also, as I told you before, I would specifically remind you if there were any matters that needed to be kept confidential.

It's okay if you reveal other less important information.

However, you might consider charging a little more next time.

Exclusive news from the continent's top blacksmith master: a medium-grade magic gem is incredibly cheap.

Hearing this, Finia smiled and nodded to indicate that she understood, then asked with some curiosity:
"Mr. Bernard, what do you mean by 'this happens all the time'? Were you popular with ladies before?"

The knight golem shook his head and said:
"You'll find out later; I can't tell you the specifics now. Also, since you've joined our family, you might encounter some matters related to nobility in the future."

So starting tomorrow, you need to systematically learn some special knowledge.

You don't need to endorse this knowledge, but you do need to understand it.

It contains teaching materials; I can read them in my spare time.

I'll occasionally take some time to explain it to you.

Finally, the knight golem took out a magic pouch and placed it in Finia's palm.

After quickly examining the numerous books inside whose covers contained the word 'noble', Finia nodded with great curiosity.

Although the reputation of human nobles is not very good.

But there's no other way; she's now a member of a noble family, so it's necessary for her to learn about the relevant knowledge!
……

For Brand, Finia's arrival was just an expected little episode.

After observing Finia's condition for a few days, Brand restored the Knight Golem to its normal state.

Of course, he was also keeping a close eye on the situation on the continent of Osia.

At this point in time.

The front lines of various land battlefields on the continent of Osia are still embroiled in fierce battles initiated and continuing by the [Hall of Blazing Fire].

In addition, the [Radiant Hall] fleet, which came from the northwest, landed smoothly as expected.

According to intelligence gathered by the Allied Forces of the Osia Continent, numerous demons are now splitting into groups from various landing points along the coast and heading to various locations in the northwest of the Osia Continent, within the control zone of the [Radiant Hall].

They either focused on consolidating their existing territories or directly supported the front lines.

all in all.

The situation on the battlefield in the Northwest is becoming increasingly difficult over time.

Against this backdrop, in the northeastern part of the continent of Osia.

The naval war has been going on for more than half a month.

Unlike in the past, when the fleet of the [Radiant Hall] relied on the boundless sea of ​​fire to make rapid advances and successfully land, this is different.

This time, it might be because a large number of naval military forces from the Osia Continent were already concentrated in the northeast and east of the continent.

The fleet of [Radiant Fire Palace] has kicked a hornet's nest!
—They have been blocked in the endless sea and have not been able to get any closer to the northeastern coastline of the continent of Osia.

Moreover, according to intelligence reports from all sides, the navy of the continent of Osia is currently fighting bravely against the enemy and has not been at a disadvantage!
Subsequently, more naval forces from across the continent of Osia converged on this maritime battlefield.

They will have a great chance to annihilate this entire [Radiant Hall] naval fleet in the Endless Sea with their ever-growing numerical advantage!
This news is undoubtedly encouraging.

Many people across the continent of Osia and even the continent of Farns are closely watching how things are developing.

As many predicted, the rest unfolded as follows:
The advantages of the Osia Continent's naval fleet have become increasingly apparent over time!
However, after another week or so...

That morning, a special intelligence report about the northeastern naval battlefield of the continent of Osia was placed directly on Brand's desk.

Worth mentioning:
The source of this intelligence was not the Knight Golem, but the intelligence department of the Kaya Empire's Military Affairs Division.

The person who delivered this special intelligence was not an ordinary member of the Military Affairs Department.

Instead, it was Brand's old friend, Rias Lilith, a senior intelligence officer in the Military Affairs Department!
As Brand curiously flipped through the intelligence document marked "Imperial Top Secret" in front of him...

Rias said in a deep voice:

"Under the orders of the Director and His Majesty the Emperor, we will deliver the intelligence to all the champion knights and archmages of the empire, as well as to you, the leader of the strongest legion."

This intelligence comes from the Caesar Empire.

According to the latest news sent back by the spies sent by the Caesar Empire to the continent of Osia.

Last night, a fierce battle of the [Abyss-level] scale broke out on the naval battlefield in the northeast of the continent of Osia.

If nothing unexpected happens, the two sides in the fierce battle should be the [Radiant Holy Dragon] and the [Magic Warrior], as mentioned in the intelligence released by the Elf Forest!

Upon hearing this, Brand also turned to a blurry image on a page of the document in front of him:
On the endless, surging sea, the vast sky in the distance was divided into two halves by crimson and radiant white!

(End of this chapter)