The death of Marquis Astus Zieg caused chaos in the front line army, but Feinberg was unable to seize this last opportunity to fight back with a desperate counterattack, so he still lost. When the news of Neysir's capture and occupation came out, Feinberg's nobles were busy asking if their relatives were captured, whether they could be exchanged for them, and what postures were better for surrender. As for this country, it was neither the people nor the king's, but some nobles united to form an alliance to rule. There was no cohesion at all, so it was not surprising that they fell apart.
However, not everyone failed to seize the chaos on the front line. When Feiqi heard that the Marquis died, he immediately decided to set off and quickly took Andrew back to a safe place. Although he had agreed with the Grand Duke that Andrew would stay on the front line as an observer, who cares about him now? Even if the Grand Duke stood in front of Feiqi and stopped him, Feiqi would not say much to him. At most, he would pay tribute to a middle finger, and then he should leave or leave.
However, Andrew suddenly felt kind and said to Fitch: "These people want to go back with me, but their home is gone, and the bishop's visiting group is going to go together and go back to the lighthouse with me."
A civilian team of 200 people is definitely a burden if they march, but everything cannot be viewed from a military perspective. Feich refused at first, but he thought again that such actions might be beneficial. "Andrew, they will slow down, which is not a good idea. Unless..."
"Unless what?"
"Unless you can make sure that the bishop is right, you have three goals to enter Neishire City this time: save the temple that may be robbed by the butcher Lauder, protect innocent believers, and help the bishop's visiting delegation evacuate the affected people. With these three reasons, the sect will not be very good at punishing you, at least not a serious punishment."
"I came here purely for..."
"I know, in order to get a pardon order for me." Feichi waved his hand: "But you have to think about it, does the pardon order require you to enter Nehill? You enter this city because of the Paladin's duties, so I'm not wrong? Just do what I said as I said, and only in this way can you give these retreating civilians an identity to seek refuge from the church. Otherwise, what reason do you use to take them through the area where the Arian army is stationed and then return to the lighthouse? What should you do if you say you traffickers and looting materials? So, for them, you must also make sure the remarks with the Bishop."
"I can do this...Okay, I'll go now. Let these people take action, you organize it, they will be more convinced of your record."
"I'll organize it? That's fine, don't worry." Feiqi shook his hands hard, sent the Paladin to "talk the lines" with the bishop, stood at a high place, and coughed hard: "Listen, listen well! We're going to set off soon, leave Nehill, and head to the safe lighthouse of the Kage Clan. I'm afraid everyone will not be able to come back in a short time, at least the situation here is too dangerous before it completely calms down. So, you have to think about your life."
Just as everyone was embarrassed, Feiqi pointed outside: "There was a cavalry team who robbed your city and came here with the most valuable spoils, and then was destroyed by the giants! Now, those things are still on the ground. I don't know who the things belong to, but I know they belong to you, Naihe. My request is that you should take fifteen minutes to get the things back and gather them together as the expenses you need to start your life in the lighthouse. Remember not to hide them privately, and give them to those you can all trust. If you can't work together to overcome the difficulties, you will be very likely to betray and betray you in the future, so everyone will keep their eyes wide and supervise each other. You are a collective..."
Feiqi didn't know what he said in detail, but only knew to give these people a hope and a feasible path to hope. In addition, he had long seen the gold coins, jewelry and various valuable things scattered on the ground in the Hofsmar team, but he couldn't pick them up because of the priest. As a professional engineer who cracked other people's games and programs all day long, fighting monsters and picking up treasures is a routine routine, and letting "teammates" pick them up is definitely more psychologically acceptable than "not picking up".
Twenty minutes later, the team set off, and the "refugees" spontaneously chose their leader. It was a middle-aged woman with a dirty face, with an equally dirty little boy. Feiqi could judge by the soul fire that the boy was dressed as a man. Through Hawkeye meditation, she knew she was pretty, but it was understandable to change her dress like this in this chaos. Just now, two people wanted to pick up the treasures on the ground and run away. They were immediately subdued by everyone, tied up and blocked their mouths and took them away. Well, the execution was quite high, so it would not take too much energy to manage it. Feiqi planned for Andrew for a while, and when the team set off, he returned to the state of a hand-off manager, while resting and thinking about the spell.
Earth Elemental Bonding is a powerful control spell, which will have good effects on all kinds of ground creatures, and it also conforms to Feiqi's spell concept of "prioritizing control of the opponent first, secondly protecting himself, and finally killing and winning". Therefore, the spell is well-founded and the details still need to be polished, especially in terms of mana consumption. In this battle, if the pit sword had not suddenly helped Feiqi restore some state, and if it wasn't just fighting in front of the temple, then Feiqi was no longer able to launch an attack after using Earth Elemental Bonding.
"Luck is a large proportion, but the performance of my on-site creation spell is also very important!"
A good magician needs this kind of optimism so that he can keep his state in difficult and continuous mental exercises and keep improving.
The two hundred men continued to move towards the direction led by the lighthouse. With Fitch's ultra-long vision and overall vision, they were able to avoid the Aria's army in advance, especially the troops led by the Grand Duke himself. Because the Marquis was assassinated, the Grand Duke set out to Neishir in advance to stabilize the situation, and he also believed that there would be no obstacles along the way, so he walked very quickly and urgently. The high-speed marching stretched the team for a long time, leaving enough room for hiding and hiding. It should be said that the Grand Duke of Aria III should be glad that Fitch and the others were just trying to leave, and did not think of hitting them with an ambush or something.
There is a reason why the Grand Duke of Aria III was so anxious. The identity of the assassin was quickly investigated. He had been working with the marquis for five years! During these five years, he had been diligent and could always complete the mission of communicating and daily choreography well, and never had any problems. No one could have thought that such a person was an assassin! The whole five years of ambush and his life were for the sudden blow? What kind of guy would he be able to command such an assassin?
They found a secret tattoo from the assassin, which had been around for a long time. It was the family emblem of a small family of Fernberg. The family with this badge was destroyed in the war between the two countries, and no one knew whether it had any members to survive. So, fundamentally speaking, this was indeed a revenge of the Fernberg people, but without the help of "someone" on Aria, he would not have been able to obtain an incognito and endure revenge. There is no need for other evidence. The Grand Duke has determined that this was done by Earl Hall, but what can he do? With the side of Marquis Astus Zieg, there is such an assassin who has been ambushing for five years, so what about him?
There is no need to answer this question at all. The key is "who"! Grand Duke Aria looked at everyone around him, and no one looked like him, so everyone looked like him. He also knew that this kind of suspicion was harmful and has no benefit, but he could not control this emotion slowly fermented. Not everyone has a demon pet, let alone sign a devil contract at any time to temporarily store some of his emotions on the demon pet. After all, it is absolutely a luxury to keep human beings forever.
The people who remained rational were lucky to return to the Lighthouse, so it was time to separate. "Trust your family and not your king." Grand Duke Aria III taught Andrew a lesson. After returning to the Lighthouse, he immediately announced the opening of the border and allowed Feinberg's residents to enter the Model Corps and receive protection here - this was not Feiqi's idea.
For ordinary peasants and craftsmen, there is not much difference between Aria and the pirate territory in Feinberg, but the rulers are different. At this stage, the nobles are actually the ones who need to "accept asylum" the most. They are worried that the Grand Duke of Aria will conduct liquidation. Moreover, the outcome of the war has been decided, and the winner will always have to reward his subordinates. So where does the reward come from? Feinberg's old aristocrats' territory, castles and assets are good goals.
This process is likely to be accompanied by another round of blood. The only thing that can be confirmed is that various tragedies will happen. So before the tragedy, it is better to leave with your property while you still have the ability to act. If it were Feiqi, he would rather get farmers and craftsmen than these speculative nobles. However, the Lighthouse Corps is not his territory. Andrew just did not maximize the profits and did not lose anything, so Feiqi didn't care much about it.
He also has matters related to Minas Ishir to deal with, such as meeting with the Chamber of Commerce boss who had been stranded for a long time, appease their emotions, and then seeing how to deal with the previous contract. Originally, this was Eddie's business, but Feige was right in front of him, and he was definitely embarrassed to pull Eddie over from such a distance. Since he had met, let's deal with it.
Most of the people were reasonable and satisfied that the chief adviser of the territory personally went to the lighthouse to handle and resolve the problem of the blockade. In their conversation, Feiqi knew that these people had sold a lot of goods while the army of the Principality of Aria passed by, and when the army returned with the spoils, they might also make some more money. At the same time, Feinberg replaced the owner, which also had many business opportunities, especially when selling it to a model who had just started.
However, there were also some people who were very awkward to ask Minas Ishir to "compensate" for his losses. Feichi finally encountered such a person. He originally wanted to take money to Minas Ishir to buy potato marching food, but he might have to sell it to both sides of the front line immediately. The rapid end of the battle made him feel unhappy, so he took advantage of Feichi's presence and ran over to complain.
"You absolutely don't want to sign a new contract with me, then you will suffer a lot." Feiqi's attitude was particularly sincere, although the chubby guy sitting next to him didn't understand: "If you make peace and exclude the impact of the war from the compensation clause, and we continue to execute the original contract, then the result will be beneficial to both of us."
"I don't have the definition of favorability, dear chief consultant." The slightly fat businessman fiddled with the turquoise ring on his finger and said in a kind tone: "The original delivery date was two weeks ago. Although I was able to go on the road today, it still took at least half a month. My payment for the goods was borrowed, and this part of the interest was a loss for me. I also want to support my family!"
"The delay caused by the war is a pity for everyone. I understand your feelings very much, but Minas Ishir cannot compensate you for your interest loss." Feichi thought for a while and asked, "What goods did you bring to Minas Ishir?"
"It doesn't matter whether I bring the goods or not. What's important is that you have indeed delayed delivery." The merchant said with a piece of paper. "Look, this is Lord Diderit's announcement, apologizing to the merchant who was blocked outside the Lighthouse Territory, and promised to work hard to resolve the matter."
"So what?" Feiqi sat upright, his eyebrows gathered in the middle.
"This shows that this delay is Minas Ishir's responsibility."
Feichi rubbed his temples and thought to himself why he wanted to see this person. It was a waste of life. "Well, since the difference in opinions between us is too big, so do it. I will write you a letter to prove that you have indeed suffered losses due to the blockade caused by the war. You can use this letter to ask both sides of the war for compensation. I can guarantee that you will meet the Grand Duke of Aria III, who has never rejected the special envoy I sent."
"You are perfunctory!"
"No, please listen to me." Feiqi's brows stretched out again: "You and I know that it is impossible for you to pay the money, no, no. As long as the grand duke also confirms that this matter has indeed caused you losses, then you come back with the things he signed and confirmed, and Minas Ishir will compensate you for the interest loss in the past two weeks. Of course, you will have to issue a certificate related to the loan and interest, as well as evidence that the loan is indeed used for this purchase of goods. At the same time, from now on, every minute you use will be considered as delaying the time for receiving the goods, and deducting it down according to the interest. It's just a pity that you did not pay the deposit for this batch of goods, that is, there is no deposit to deduct. In fact, if you don't show up again, we can't ask you to collect money. This is a pity..."
"Sir, it's completely difficult for you to do this. No one can ask the grand official to sign and write so quickly."
"Yes, I know very well, no one can do it!" Feiqi nodded vigorously: "When a blockade occurs, I tried hard to lift the blockade, at least now the trade route has been reopened in advance. I believe that as long as you work hard, you can do these things in advance. And don't forget that the deduction will be calculated all the time, and you will have to pay one day."
"Is Minas Ishir treating the cooperative chamber of commerce like this? Using this aggressive and improper attitude?"
Feiqi didn't say nonsense, asked Shani for paper and pen, and soon wrote a "proof and contract", and signed his name first, and handed it to the merchant: "Sign it, and then take it away. I never worry about fulfilling the contract."
"Only this one? You are so arrogant, Chief Consultant." The merchant signed the autograph in anger, then grabbed it directly, and left the work. Feiqi grabbed the air with his right hand, and the copy of the contract (actually the original) appeared out of thin air in his hand, which made the merchant stunned.
He was pushed out of the room by Benny, feeling dizzy, and he hurriedly opened the contract text in his hand to check it. "Although this thing is useless, I will never enter the broken place of Minas Ishir from now on. What can you do? As long as I show this thing to other merchants, Minas Ishir's reputation will be over. At that time, you will not have to redeem this thing obediently?"
When the merchant looked at the contract with his eyes, he could not pay attention to the road ahead. When he accidentally hit someone else's shoulder, he blurted out anger: "Who is blocking my way without long eyes... Ah! Sorry, Marquis!"
The woman who stood in front of the merchant was one of the escapees. Everyone trusted her and handed over the collected property to the mother and daughter for safekeeping. After coming to the lighthouse to collect the treasure, the treasure could not be eaten directly. It must be sold and replaced with food and production tools.
"Mischor? Are you connected with Minas Ishir? Oh, now I know why you have elves ornaments." The woman put her finger on her lips: "Please don't reveal my identity. After the war is over, you can come to Feinberg's house and I will give me some reward."
"Of course, of course, I didn't see anyone." The merchant was about to raise his hand to wipe his sweat, but found that it was not a handkerchief, but the contract. The sharp-eyed woman immediately saw the name Feichi Hall, and the Grand Duke of Aria III in the contract also marked it in bold. She looked at the front and back, and there was only two of them in the corridor, and no one was asked to go in in the room, so she stretched out her hand: "Can you show me?"
"Of course, no problem."
The woman looked at it and sighed hard: "I don't know what you think, but I know that if you really show up in front of the Grand Duke of Aria with this contract, you will definitely be beheaded. The problem between Feige Hall and the Aria family is not a secret... Oh, I understand, you are having other ideas. Well... For the sake of you providing me with exquisite accessories for many years, I remind you: this person has the ability to complete the contract."
"Really? Madam, please don't scare me."
"You know my character, I never do that. The best way is to let him take back this contract and you can reconcile quickly. Think about it, where else can you find elves except Minas Ishir? Aria is about to become a kingdom, and there are not many good places to do business."
"Yes, madam, you are always kind. Can I give this contract to you, can you say a few good things for me? I'll wait here." The merchant blinked: "I can provide you with other conveniences, I can always help."
"Okay, leave it to me." She took the contract from Maiszhuo, then walked towards the door at the end of the corridor, and knocked it lightly on it.
"Please come in." When Feiqi was scratching her head, the woman went in. Feiqi had recognized her before and immediately began to think about what she was going to do. Wait, isn't this a bad habit of the contract demon? Feiqi patted his head and pointed to the chair in front of him: "Uh... please sit."
"Sir, thank you for defeating the giants and saving us." The woman said, "I'm sorry, I didn't pray with all my heart. In fact, when the butcher chased me, I hid near the gate and secretly saw and heard some things. I know you are Feige Hall. To prove that I have no malice, I will tell you that I am the Marquis of Caitlin Famas, the only wife of Marquis of Solan Famas. My husband is one of the three giants in the core circle of the Feinberg noble parliament and has great influence in Feinberg. I think our family should be on the wanted order of Grand Duke Aria III."
"I'm still on his list of killings..." Feich rolled his eyes, hooked his fingers, and the chair flew behind the Marquis, just so that she could sit down. "Well, Marquis, I understand now why people are willing to give you things to keep, and why don't anyone escape from the ranks. Before we start talking about things, I want to ask one thing clearly: did Andrew take you away from Nehill intentionally or unintentionally?"
"Unintentionally. I did not reveal my identity, he was just as kind as all Paladins."
"If so, then I'll say, Marquis, you took advantage of his kindness." Feich tapped the table with his finger and said, "I understand the way you choose for escape, but it must also be pointed out that bringing a person like you out of Nehill is much more risky than bringing ordinary people. It's better not to repeat such things, so I'm curious, what do you do with that contract?"
As a contract demon, Feiqi can recognize his contract by just a glance from a distance, and there is no need to take it over and take it carefully.
"That's right. Maiszhuo had a little friendship with me, so I had to look at this contract. Mr. Feiqi, there are some problems with this contract. Can I point it out to you?"
"You really decided to discuss this?" Feiqi shook his head: "Please don't waste my time."
"Mr. Fitch, it is not a waste of time. From this contract, it can be seen that those merchants are determined to take advantage of the situation and have not taken into account the prestige of your territory." The Marquis said: "If it were in my house, such a merchant would not be able to leave the door! Mr. Fitch, you need more prestigious people to manage the merchants, otherwise you will waste too much unnecessary time and cost on them."
"Uh, I thought you were talking to that person..." Feiqi licked his lips and shook his head: "I didn't expect you to find a job for yourself."
"Mr. Feich, although Feinberg failed, the nobles will still be nobles. The great influence of the Famas family will only be weakened, but will not disappear. We hope to enter Minas Ishir and choose a stronger asylum. Although the lighthouse leader is good, it is too close to Aria, and it has made way for the army, resulting in Feinberg being defeated. We are not very relieved here."
“As I said before, there are risks in protecting you.”
"There will be profits," said the Marquis of the Marquis. "Mr. Feich, the captive nobles in the war have the idea of ​​redeeming their lives, and the corresponding acceptance of asylum should also be benefited. Considering the deep personal grudges between you and the Grand Duke of Aria III, we think you are a safe asylum. Generally speaking, such things are to collect 20% of the property of the asylumed nobles. What do you think?"
20%? Then this is a good deal. Feiqi thought for a while and said, "In principle, it's OK, but I still have to report to Lord Diderit. Since she is an elf, there may be twists and turns in this matter. So I have to add some restrictions to the general rules."
"Please say it."
"People who come in should not leave Minas Ishir within five years, and Model Corps within ten years. I don't want you to cause conflicts with Aria. You can stay honestly, farm, run shops, learn magic, be a priest and a knight, so that everything can be safe and sound. Don't bargain for this, this is the prerequisite for shelter." Feiqi said: "In addition, you must be able to support yourself. I don't like the nobles who are sitting in the empty house. The farmer and craftsman are best to bring you with you. Each noble must have at least five adult civilians, the more the better. Minas Ishir will have many elves, and I also need humans to go over, do you understand?"
"There is no problem with the previous one, and I have to think about how to achieve the next one, but in principle, there is no problem. We also need servants." The Marquis said, "If possible, can we set off immediately?"
Feiqi looked at her with his eyes narrowed, then shook his head: "I said, I will report to Lord Diderit first and arrange your living areas before talking about it. You must stay here for a while, so you can contact someone to take north."
"You are so cautious," the Marquis smiled, and said, "Since we are going to stay for a while, can we sell the treasures? We need food, clothes and some daily necessities."
"You don't need to ask me about this, just handle it yourself. Oh, the money is from Nehill City. Don't include Andrew and me in the name of trophy. We didn't go for war, so pay special attention to this."
"I understand, I will make everyone pay attention. The other is this contract?"
"What does it have to do with you?" Feichi waved his hand: "Whether it is the Lighthouse Corps or Minas Ishir, there is no aristocratic union or parliament. It is only necessary to obey the lord, manage your own affairs, and do not represent others casually unless you are willing to share the responsibility together. I am a reasonable person and hate talking nonsense, especially to the middlemen rather than the parties involved."
Chapter completed!