Wizard: I crush legends with martial arts.

Chapter 85 The Attitudes of the Two Earls

Mia was taken aback. Alphonse hadn't tried to bargain this time, which was unlike him.

But what Mia was more concerned about was Alphonse's level of power. Every time she saw him make a move, it was as if he were a completely different person. The phrase "leaps and bounds" was not enough to describe his power growth.

He didn't seem to be using his full strength in this duel.

Mia's heart was already filled with different thoughts.

Alphonse wouldn't handle the counting of the gold coins himself; he left this troublesome task to Mia.

Who told her to be the chief financial officer of Coldwind Territory?

Alphonse, however, was not spared any rest and was pulled aside by Count Wolf.

I've been wondering for a while why Count Wolf has been speaking up for me, and this is a good opportunity to find out.

"I met your father a few times when he was alive, and I greatly admired his character. It's just a pity he died young," Earl Wolf said with a wistful expression. "If he could see how much you've grown, he would be very gratified!"

Alphonse could only smile and nod in response.

A thorough search of the predecessor's memories yielded no indication that Count Wolff and the old baron had ever shared a friendship.

He seemed to be just being polite.

If you start by saying that your father used to be a very good person, doesn't that make it clear that I have a relationship with your father and that you are a junior relative to me?

As the old saying goes, "Those who offer unsolicited kindness are either up to no good or are thieves!"

"I heard you visited Ryan City a while ago, but I haven't seen you come to visit me," Earl Wolf said with a smile.

"I was quite busy at the time, and I rushed back to my territory as soon as I finished my business," Alphonse said casually.

"That cream recipe, you gave it to the Falklowe Merchant Guild, didn't you? It's a really good thing." Count Wolf changed the subject. "I've already heard from Mitchell that the fool missed out on such a wonderful dessert."

Alphonse was taken aback. Michek?

That's the president of the Sanders Chamber of Commerce.

It seems that his backer is Count Wolf.

They're all ancient foxes, what are they talking about, this rambling nonsense?

"Count Wolf, do you want to talk to me about the cream recipe? I've already signed a magical contract with the Falkrod Merchant Guild, so I can't switch partners." Alphonse simply stated it directly.

Alphonse had personally experienced the effects of the contract, so he couldn't recall them at all.

"No, no, no, I was just mentioning it. I don't intend to interfere with your cooperation with the Falkrod Merchant Guild. I just wanted to say that if you have any good ideas in the future, you can come to me directly. Our territories are not too far apart. If you encounter any problems that you can't solve, I am willing to provide assistance. As the city lord of Ryan City, I can still help you with many things."

Earl Wolf valued Alphonse more. He was able to come up with such a wonderful formula, possessed considerable magical skills, and had a well-trained guard under his command. He was a rare talent, and it was only natural that he wanted to win him over.

Moreover, this newly introduced dessert, cream, has gained Her Majesty's favor and become a favorite on her dining table thanks to the efforts of the Falklowe Merchant Guild.

Earl Wolf believed that Alphonse's future was far more than just that of a minor country lord.

For someone like that, showing goodwill beforehand and doing them a favor is nothing.

He's much better than his father!

"Yes, thank you, Earl." Alphonse really couldn't think of anything else he could do with Earl Wolf. The Falklow Company was a great partner, and he couldn't just kick them out.

But you can't hit someone who's smiling, so you can only respond.

Just then, Count Auster came over, which helped Alphonse out of his predicament.

Count Auster didn't stand on ceremony and went straight to the point, saying, "Baron Tartarus, when Poseidon visited your territory last time, he offended you. I have already punished him, so please forgive his mistake. This fellow is a bit dim-witted. If you are still dissatisfied, I can hand him over to you for you to deal with."

He was also extremely well-informed, and he knew that the Queen had taken a liking to this new and exciting product, cream.

Furthermore, in this territorial war, Coldwind Territory has displayed extraordinary combat power, and can no longer be viewed with the same perspective as before.

"No need for that." Alphonse hadn't forgotten about that fat bastard Posek coming to collect the debt.

I had already planned to get rid of him when he came to collect the debt again.

But since Count Auster brought it up, we have to reconsider.

"Thank you for your magnanimity." Count Auster smiled. "As for that debt, there's no need to rush to repay it. It was my oversight that I didn't pay attention to Poseidon's lending business. Forget about the interest, and you can use the principal whenever you want."

Alphonse understood that Count Auster intended to do him a favor.

Paying back debts is a matter of course.

With the interest waived, there's not much to say; it has to be repaid sooner or later, and Hanfengling isn't short of money now.

"I can return it to you now."

I just received a compensation payment, paid off the debt, and felt completely debt-free.

"There's no need to be in such a hurry. I'm not here to collect a debt from you." Count Auster's smile froze for a moment, but quickly returned to normal. He changed the subject, "My eldest son, Hilde, should be visiting Coldwind Territory in the next few days. He also enjoys exploring all sorts of novel things. You young people should have plenty to talk about."

Alphonse had met Hilde once; she was a short, chubby, fair-skinned man.

He also seemed rather out of place at the ball held in Fauré.

Alphonse didn't refuse the offer; he simply offered to entertain them.

Earl Wolf sighed with regret, as he also wished his children would visit Coldwind Pass more often to strengthen their relationship.

But her son was sent to study at the academy in the capital, and her daughter was only five years old and not yet an adult. How could she be allowed to run around everywhere?

On the way back, Mia asked Alphonse, "You didn't use your full strength, did you?"

"That makes sense, doesn't it? I do have a powerful move I haven't used yet."

Alphonse had nothing to hide from Mia.

The Innate Formless Finger Sword is divided into five forms. In addition to the previously used Flicking Sword, Righteous Sword, Soft Sword, and Toe Sword, there is also the most powerful form, Overlord Sword.

However, the Overlord Sword consumes too much true energy and has also undergone a mutation. Once activated, it will drain all existing true energy. Alphonse dares not use it casually unless absolutely necessary.

Toe sword is a movement technique; it involves stepping on sword energy, moving lightly and nimbly like the wind.

It can also be used to kick people; it's sharp enough and perfect for smashing someone's balls with a groin kick.

However, kicking it into Count Mujik's armor probably wouldn't have much effect, so it remained unused.

(End of this chapter)