Extraordinary Rise: Starting Contract with the Silver Dragon Countess

Chapter 72: Revealed? (Please support me with monthly tickets, bosses!)

"…The 'Emerald Harbor' in the eastern part of Florence and the 'Golden Sail Harbor' in the southern part are the powerful engines and key lifelines of our Aifeiyin economic development.

In addition to these two ports in our country, there is also the 'Pearl Harbor' in the south of the Kingdom of Ceylon.

These three ports are the three largest seaports in the northwest continent.

The average annual cargo throughput is over 100 million tons.

Although our two ports cannot reach the annual throughput of one billion tons like Pearl Harbor, they still handle more than 30% of the sea transportation in the northwest continent.

The forefathers of the Corleone royal family established the Port Management Committee directly under the royal family in these two places to ensure that the royal family can firmly grasp these two fertile arteries..."

Since the last lecture, Adele has been gradually explaining to Cohen some of the political affairs and economic aspects of Effiin.

The most important of these are the two sea outlets located in Florence and the South.

The two sea outlets bestowed by God on Effiin are like shining pearls inlaid on the vast coastline.

They are like open doors to wealth, attracting merchant ships from all over the world.

The torrents of trade converge and intertwine here, witnessing countless business legends and injecting endless vitality and motivation into the prosperity and development of Effiin.

But it was obvious that these things were not to Cohen's taste.

His mind had long been on Adair.

Ever since it was discovered that the real culprit behind the scenes was Andre, the "Eastern Fox" from the Eastern Territory Empire, the Queen's sister's suspicion plummeted.

After letting down my guard, an emotion called attachment grew uncontrollably in my heart.

The memories of more than ten years of living together day and night hit his mind all the time.

Under the pretext of attending a class, Cohen's eyes unscrupulously roamed over Adair's delicate face and well-proportioned body.

The only regret is that the Queen is wearing a very solemn palace dress today.

Unlike the previous times when the two of them were together, they were casually wearing home clothes, and their exposed delicate skin, plump breasts and long, straight, white legs were a feast for the eyes.

Perhaps he finally noticed someone's absent-mindedness and the burning gazes coming from several sensitive parts of his body.

Adair stopped teaching and said in a deep voice:

"It's fine if Your Majesty is not interested in these things, it's getting late.

You should also change into formal clothes later, we need to meet someone."

Cohen quickly turned serious and asked knowingly:

"Okay sister, who are you meeting?"

"Your Majesty, do you have any impression of Grand Duke Roland of the Western Region Empire?"

Cohen nodded as if recalling something:

"I heard from my father and mother that they were very good friends when they were young."

This was not a lie by Cohen. When he was a child, he had heard his parents mention Grand Duke Roland of the Western Region Empire more than once.

Even if Adele had not entered the palace to be his court teacher, his parents originally planned to send Cohen to the Western Region Empire for training.

The Queen said:

"Your Majesty, please follow the same procedures as before in the Imperial Court meeting. Try to speak as little as possible, be mindful of your behavior, and avoid being disrespectful."

Cohen nodded repeatedly.

……

Golden sunlight shone on the magnificent palace. The gate of the palace slowly opened, and Prime Minister Duke Angus Angryn was waiting respectfully at the door.

Following the guard's announcement, Grand Duke Roland, wearing a gorgeous brocade robe and a dazzling jeweled sword at his waist, walked towards the palace with steady steps.

Next to him walked a beautiful young woman.

Angus, who was not far away, saw the person coming and a hint of surprise flashed in his eyes.

He knew this woman. She was Isabella Wenzel, the daughter of the Golden Wings who had caused a stir in Florence yesterday.

She actually came with Grand Duke Roland?
However, since the other party did not inform me proactively, it means that the audience was in a private capacity.

Perhaps it was to thank Adele for her help yesterday.

Angus didn't pay much attention and took the initiative to greet him:
"Greetings to Grand Duke Roland, and Miss Wen Ze." Grand Duke Roland politely returned the greeting. Isabella beside him whispered:

"I have met the Prime Minister. I hope you will not be offended by my uninformed visit."

Angus showed a formal smile on his face:
“It is an honor for the Effiin royal family to invite the Daughter of Golden Wings to our Florence.

Please, both of you, His Majesty and the Queen are waiting in the drawing room."

In the reception room, Yadel heard the voice of her maid, her eyebrows moved slightly, and she said:
"Is the Golden Winged Girl here too?"

"Yes, the Prime Minister said so, and they are already coming towards the drawing room."

Adele nodded and said:

"I understand. Please inform the Minister of Foreign Affairs and ask him to prepare an extra gift for the lady."

"Yes."

Cohen's heart skipped a beat when he heard this.

Isabella is here too!
He secretly braced himself. Although it was unlikely that the other party would be able to tell his identity, he still had to be careful.

Soon, Grand Duke Roland and Isabella walked into the reception room under the guidance of Prime Minister Angus.

When Isabella came in, her eyes flashed across Cohen and then focused on Adair.

Seeing this, Cohen breathed a sigh of relief. It seemed that he had been worrying too much.

Angus introduced:

"Your Majesty, Queen, this is Grand Duke Roland from the Western Empire. His Highness has a deep friendship with our Corleone royal family."

Cohen extended his hand to shake hands with Grand Duke Roland and said:
"My father and mother often talk about you. They always say that the time we spent adventuring on the continent together is the most precious memory in our lives."

After hearing Cohen's words, Grand Duke Roland seemed very happy and patted Cohen's shoulder vigorously:

"Don't worry, little man. Even for Victor and Viorica, I won't watch you get into trouble."

The Prime Minister standing by didn't look too happy. He felt that Roland's words were directed at him.

Roland continued:

"It's a pity that my strength is a little lacking, how come I'm only at the second level?
You should learn this from your queen, who is your mother's favorite disciple and was almost at the Golden Stage at your age."

Cohen nodded in agreement.

When he was not using the "Shadow Lord" alias, his "Mistborn" alias was never activated.

Otherwise, if a sixteen-year-old king could hide his cultivation in front of a group of masters, wouldn't it be obvious that he has something to do with the "Lord of Shadows"?
Isabella on the side raised her eyebrows slightly. Also at the second level?
She couldn't help but think of another second-level young man, and an inexplicable emotion surged in her heart.

After Grand Duke Roland finished speaking, the Prime Minister continued his introduction:
"Your Majesty, this young lady is Isabella Wenzel, the first heir to the Golden Wing Family, one of the ruling families of the Pale Wing.

The Golden Wing family and Aifeiyin have in-depth cooperation in many areas and are a very trustworthy partner."

Cohen calmed himself down and looked up.

Isabella had a templated expression on her face, and it was obvious that she had no interest in the king. She came to the palace mainly for Adele.

Seeing that Isabella didn't have any special emotions, Cohen was completely relieved.

Isabella looked at the young king and a thought flashed through her mind:
Judging from his appearance, he looks like a king. I heard that he was hit by "memory freezing" and his IQ has become that of a child?

You can't tell from the outside.

It seems that the queen must have made a lot of efforts behind the scenes.

It's a pity that such an outstanding woman like Adele has to have such a husband. It's like a pearl in the dust.

Isabella had an official smile on her face, and after a round of meaningless compliments, she extended her hand as a matter of routine.

Cohen reached out and took it.

However, just as Cohen was about to withdraw his hand, Isabella suddenly exerted force.

Cohen looked up and found that the expression on Isabella's face suddenly froze, her red lips slightly parted, and deep shock appeared in the depths of her bright eyes.

Cohen's heart sank suddenly and his breathing stopped.

(End of this chapter)