Chapter 819: Chapter 819: Then I’ll give you 10 slots
Forget it, why bother thinking about this? After all, their status is evident here.
Things that seem useless to me might be because my level is too high, not because they’re truly useless.
Zhao Guang is already considering whether to incorporate related courses into his own school. After all, if you want to excel, some things are necessary.
In Zhao Guang’s view, things that seem to have no practical value are actually a stepping stone into the upper class.
Of course, these things aren’t essential in this world since strength is an even more useful key.
Moreover, it didn’t seem completely useless. These two women together, their aura alone outshines others. Once they move, this aura enhances their charm to a whole new level.
If they could cultivate a bit of Combat Energy, some unnatural movements might become more natural.
It’s not that the two of them are not good at it; it’s just that some movements are too complex, making it difficult for them to manage.
Indeed, these two individuals are ordinary people, entirely untrained.
It’s unclear what they were thinking; despite being in frontier areas, they didn’t let their daughters train.
Nodding slightly, Zhao Guang said, “In that case, I agree.” It wasn’t an impulsive decision made from attraction, but after consideration, Zhao Guang felt that collaborating with Horace had its advantages.
After this, my trade network can directly expand to the Empire’s eastern region.
Calculating, it seems my trade already covers nearly half the size of the Empire.
Morna smiled, finally achieving her goal, yet feeling a bit anxious about the future.
Claire, however, was so emotional that tears welled up in her eyes. As the daughter of a criminal, she came here under immense pressure. If she failed, the consequences awaiting her would be obvious.
Now that she succeeded, not only was her own life secured, but the family also had an account to answer for.
Zhao Guang felt it was a pity that Morna’s hair was brown; if it were silver, it would be perfect. A gold and silver combination, that allure would definitely surge upwards.
But it’s not forced, after all, it’s rare for Humans to have white hair.
There are many among the Beastmen, though, who knows if it’s because of albinism or just a prevalence of white-furred beasts.
“Then, I’ll give you ten slots next,” Zhao Guang said.
“Ten, isn’t that a bit too few?” Although the essentials had been mostly settled, Morna had to finalize the negotiation for her family by securing these slots.
As both a gift and a negotiator, some things needed to be done properly.
Zhao Guang didn’t mind, saying, “Ten each year.”
Upon hearing this, Morna fell silent, calculating inwardly. This was even better than the best result she had imagined before setting out. Originally, they aimed for a hundred slots.
A full squadron of Sky Cavalry could be very effective.
But if there were ten each year, then in ten years’ time, they’d have a full squadron.
After all, Floating Fish and those Knights don’t just live for ten years.
Although it seemed like a long time, combating the Sea Clan was inherently a long-term affair. By persisting, decades later, their territory could surely form a formidable Flying Army.
As for the short term, Horace didn’t believe the Sea Clan could wipe them out quickly.
Unless they deployed a Legendary Strongman, which wouldn’t be advantageous for the Sea Clan either. After engaging fully, a few of their legendaries would have to die before they stop.
“Then it’s settled,” Morna said, her entire body softening with relief.
With this outcome, her father would definitely approve, she had exceeded her mission’s goals.
Zhao Guang didn’t mind, as his territory could produce even a hundred a year without issue. If needed, more could be captured. No, capturing with inadequate strength would be problematic, but once powerful, it’d be fine.
Moreover, when there are enough, control is necessary.
After all, maintaining a large military isn’t easy. While Floating Fish aren’t much concern, an army requires pay, and cultivating them demands resource investments, which aren’t insignificant.
Money isn’t much of an issue; some resources are hard to buy, regardless of wealth.
Then Zhao Guang looked at Claire, thought for a moment and said, “You can inform your family, I’ll give you ten slots too, but only these ten. Whether more will be available in the future depends on your own development.”
Claire immediately covered her mouth, tears uncontrollably flowing down.
“Thank you for your generosity, thank you so much,” Claire promptly bowed in gratitude after regaining her composure.
Those ten slots were more crucial for them than Morna’s annual ten. Their family had reached its most perilous moment, with any remotely capable subordinate already dispersed.
Should they have flying mounts, it would significantly enhance their ability to earn military merit on the battlefield.
Restoring their family’s glory might be tough, but reclaiming a position among nobles wouldn’t be hard.
Most importantly, the Floating Fish now symbolizes Xuanwu Territory. Possessing one directly proves their connection to the Xuanwu Territory. Those intending to bully or exploit them would need to reconsider.
Thus, the Floating Fish was not only a means to boost combat capability but also a Protective talisman.
Zhao Guang didn’t mind, as they would soon be his women, so he intended to provide some care.
Though not too much, as his resources weren’t effortlessly obtained, a little didn’t matter.
At this point, both individuals breathed a sigh of relief, for Lord Xuanwu indeed matched the benevolence rumored.
“Now, you may enjoy your gift,” as Morna spoke, the atmosphere shifted abruptly.
Zhao Guang gave them a deep look but didn’t immediately pounce as they anticipated.
Instead, Zhao Guang waved his hand, “Maybe later, let’s get to know each other first.” Both showed some nervous anxiety, and Zhao Guang wasn’t someone lacking understanding of romantic gestures now.
Getting acquainted first, establishing some emotional foundation before such actions seemed better.
This choice left the two somewhat dazed, puzzled by the situation. This choice was nothing like most nobles, to say the least.