Unparalleled Beast Soul

Chapter 280 A New Beginning

If possible, Viscount Carrington would prefer to drive Leon out of the Ironforge area, but that is even more unrealistic than Ironforge's self-government. 【】

"I think we have a lot of ways to show our attitude. If you push the other party to a dead end, do you think he doesn't have the courage to go all out?" The fox-born old nobleman sneered: "He is a military nobleman. Over an army of barbarians"

This is exactly what most people are afraid of. Leon is not the kind of hereditary nobleman who inherits the family business. A situation out of hand?

"Yes, yes, this matter has to be discussed in the long run."

"We still have to wait. If he wants to trouble us, wouldn't he have an excuse?".

"Steady must be more appropriate..."

The aristocrats and businessmen present here talked to each other, and quite a few people agreed with the fox-born aristocrats. In the final analysis, they did not have a proper reason and name, and confronting Leon rashly was not the best choice.

Viscount Carrington was furious when he heard that, but he knew that getting angry was useless, so he suppressed his emotions and said, "Everyone, we can't give each other time."

"I just got the news that Leon has issued a recruitment order to expand the Ultralisk Squad. Once he gets a firm foothold in Ironforge, I'm afraid we will have a hard time."

"You have to understand that he is not that old Keane, and he will never be indifferent to Ironforge's smelting industry. Otherwise, what would he rely on to pay the kingdom's taxes, relying on those barren cultivated land? Hah"

Everyone fell silent, because what Viscount Carrington said made sense.

They didn't want to make things big. If Leon really violated their interests, then no one would tolerate it.

The fox-born old nobleman said lightly: "Viscount Carrington, I have no objection to you making the other party submit by releasing rumors of Ironforge's autonomy. I just want to remind you not to make too many moves."

"We have been operating here for decades, can't we still beat a samurai who made his fortune by fighting? If he wants to recruit an army, let him recruit. I want him to use what to maintain his territorial army. It's just a bluff."

His few light words immediately dispelled the psychological pressure created by Viscount Carrington, and those businessmen who could be called fools nodded one after another.

Viscount Carrington couldn't help but clenched his fists, wanting to punch the old man in the face.

"What if it's not a bluff? Don't forget that Leon is very rich."

"We must not sit still"

Several nobles who had formed an alliance with him stood up to support him, and the conference room was filled with quarrels and a miasma of smoke.

At this moment, the door of the conference room was opened, and a guard warrior hurried in.

He leaned over to Viscount Carrington and whispered a few words, then took out another letter.

The Viscount took the letter and read it carefully, his expression became strange.

The conference room gradually fell silent, and everyone's eyes were on him.

"Everyone..." Carrington stood up, raised the letter in his hand, and showed a smug smile on his face: "Our lord can't bear it anymore, he asked all of us to go to the lord's mansion to discuss tomorrow morning"

"I'm afraid at this time, all of you have received invitations."

So fast?Everyone looked at each other in blank dismay. It had only been two or three days since the news of Ironforge seeking autonomy was released, and Leon couldn't sit still.

For them, this is definitely a good thing, tantamount to holding the initiative of the negotiation in their hands.

Some people were puzzled, some were overjoyed, thinking about how to get more benefits, and some were secretly disappointed.

Viscount Carrington triumphantly glanced at the fox-born nobleman, who snorted coldly, leaned back on the soft chair and smoked a cigar.

As things took an unexpected turn, the ensuing negotiations became much easier.

Under Viscount Carrington's suggestion, the 37 nobles and businessmen present formed a temporary common alliance and worked out a detailed document as the principle for negotiating with Leon.

They believed that under the pressure of their own side, Leon would inevitably succumb.

Ironforge will always be their paradise

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The long night passed, and the dawn came, a new day for Ironforge.

The former Ironforge Garrison Headquarters, and now the entrance of Lord Thrall's mansion suddenly became more lively. Luxurious carriages stopped at the entrance, and one or several nobles or merchants stepped out of the carriages.

The guests were dressed in gorgeous clothes, talking and laughing loudly one by one, and under the watchful eyes of the Ultralisk guards, they walked into this building that symbolized the highest authority in the Ironforge area with their chests and bellies raised.

In the large conference hall on the fifth floor, they met Leon, the lord of New Thrall.

It was the first time for these local snakes in Ironforge to see the real Leon, but most of their attention was attracted by Corinna standing behind Leon.

Corinna, who was wearing a lavender long dress, was mature, glamorous and attractive, and the faint smile on her pretty face even made some people have unrealistic fantasies.

The 37 representatives of the people in charge of various forces in Ironforge were all present, and they seemed to be a whole, full of momentum.

"Welcome everyone." Leon said with a smile: "I invite you this time, first of all, I want to meet you, this time to get to know each other, after all, there are still many places in Thrall that need your help."

This opening remark made many people's eyes brighten. Leon's posture is very low, so today's negotiation is really simple.

Viscount Carrington touched his neatly trimmed beard and said with a hypocritical smile: "Your Excellency, you are too polite."

The noble merchants laughed one after another, and the atmosphere was harmonious.

The smile on Leon's face remained unchanged, and he tapped his fingers on the table: "Secondly, I heard a rumor these days that you intend to make Ironforge autonomous, and you want to ask the kingdom for permission?"

When it came to this topic, the atmosphere in the conference room changed suddenly. No one expected that Leon would put the most sensitive issue on the table so directly.

Many people's smiles froze on their faces.

Viscount Carrington glared at the fox-born old noble sitting opposite him, who coughed and said, "Count Leon, we have heard this rumor too, and it is not very reliable, we do not intend to challenge your Authority, I just hope to reach a consensus with you on some issues."

An old fox is an old fox, he put aside the key issues lightly, but there are strong hints in his words.

For his response, even Viscount Carrington secretly applauded.

Leon smiled and said: "Your Excellency misunderstood, I think this is a good idea."

Nice idea?Everyone was stunned. Could it be that Leon still thought it was a good thing for Ironforge to be autonomous?Doesn't he know that this will destroy his lord's authority?

"Ironforge is not my castle alone. It can achieve today's success thanks to everyone's contribution..." Leon said calmly: "I am willing to hand it over to you, and I will never interfere in its affairs."

"I can sign a contract with you. In the name of self-government, you will have full control of Ironforge. The contract can be set at 50 years."

"And my only condition is that you need to pay Thrall a sum of money every year."

50-year management contract equals de facto autonomy

The noble merchants looked at each other, why did Leon surrender before they launched an attack?

"Excuse me, Sir, what is the exact amount of this money?" asked the old fox-born nobleman.

The old fox always felt that there was an unspeakable danger lurking under the surface of Leon's smile, and the impression he had of Leon through intelligence was definitely not such a talkative character.

Leon raised his index finger: "This number."

"One hundred thousand gold coins?" A businessman asked tentatively.

When Leon was easy to talk to, they all became bolder. If they could spend [-] gold coins in exchange for complete control over Ironforge, it would be a bargain no matter what.

Leon smiled and shook his head.

"Do you want 100 million gold coins?" The merchant's expression became very difficult.

Asking them to pay so much money, even if it is shared by 37 companies, is definitely not an acceptable amount.

"A gold coin" Leon said loudly.

A gold coin caused an uproar in the audience, which was completely beyond everyone's expectations, and it was simply unbelievable.

The only one who remained calm was the old nobleman of fox origin, he frowned: "Is this the only condition?".

"Don't worry, Thrallland recognizes the interests of your existing mines and your right to move freely within Thrallland, and also guarantees that your private property around Ironforge will not be violated." Leon replied: "However, within the scope of the Thrall Territory except Ironforge, you must abide by the laws of the Thrall Territory, and you must not violate the territory and the rights of the lord."

"These will all be written in a legally binding contract, and will be witnessed by the priests sent by the Temple of Tormund"

The nobles and merchants couldn't believe their ears. What Leon gave them was exactly what they wanted, and they didn't even need to waste their saliva.

Victory came so easily, it felt surreal to them, and the conference room was quieter.

Both the old fox and Viscount Carrington felt that something was wrong, but they couldn't think of anything wrong, so naturally they couldn't object.

"This is a draft contract, you can sign it if there is no problem"

Corinna first handed the scroll in her hand to Viscount Carrington.

Viscount Carrington took it with a blank expression.

Looking at the expressions on the faces of these nobles and businessmen at this moment, a trace of cold ridicule appeared on the corner of Leon's lips.

Chapter 280 A New Beginning

Chapter 280 A New Beginning (Part [-], Address

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