Margaret's brother was so excited when he took a ride on an airship for the first time that he stayed on the deck even with heavy snow falling, never missing any opportunity to overlook the beautiful scenery of the earth.
"Let him be!"
Downton did not meditate, but entered an independent laboratory to work as Xia Luo's assistant. Another level of the dragon guardian potion was overcome, and the completion was just around the corner.
Margaret was grateful for the kindness, and the kind Downton gave her a taste of happiness. Especially when her brother condensed the soul seeds under the guidance of Tutor Homer, she was overjoyed. This means
Then, my younger brother will become a superior magic user and no longer have to worry about his livelihood.
Due to the bad weather, the return trip to Frankfurt took twice as long as expected, which made Downton even more worried.
The heavy snowstorm that ravaged the Sunset Prairie also began to move south, invading the northern countries. This year's winter snow came very early.
At noon one day, the dark clouds dispersed, the long-lost sunshine appeared, and the Ancient Spear also arrived in the royal capital. After more than three months, Downton returned again.
"Descend altitude and cruise around the city!"
The deputy captain gave the order.
When the battleship appeared over the city, the citizens on the street immediately cheered loudly, and some children even ran to chase the battleship.
Over the past year or so, their lives have really improved, and they have more money in their pockets. This is naturally due to Downton, so they support him from the bottom of their hearts, not to mention that the Hand of the King has such brilliant deeds.
Abagong is indispensable. Although he is already a minister and has overall control of the country's financial power, his stupid thoughts remain unabated. He has always been committed to shaping Downton's heroic image and establishing a personal cult. So no matter what he has done,
There will be publicity agencies to beautify it and let the officially recruited bards spread it in taverns across the country.
Nowadays, in Frankfurt, no one remembers the king, let alone the four mean Dukes. Downton's reputation is at its peak, and the calls for him to be crowned king are even more noisy.
When the warship landed at the newly built airport in the palace, Abagong was already waiting with his servants.
"Welcome back the king!"
Seeing Downton walking off the deck, Abagon immediately knelt down and shouted, deliberately omitting the word "hand".
Seeing the servants and guards kneeling down, Margaret and her brother hugged each other nervously, not knowing which foot to take.
"Wow, brother is so awesome!"
When Elaine left, Downton was just a Duke of the West, and there was no such pomp at all. Although she had seen stricter court etiquette in the Palace of Versailles, it did not belong to her brother.
"Master, you are back!"
When Downton stepped onto the floor, Abagon immediately stood up, trotted along, knelt down and stopped in front of him, then lowered his head and kissed his boots.
"You are also a powerful minister. You should pay attention to your image!"
Downton took a step back and helped Abagon up.
"No, Abagon will always be your goblin butler!"
Abagong burst into tears of gratitude. Without Downton, he wouldn't have everything he has now.
"The situation in the north has been very serious recently, but I don't seem to have received your report?"
As Downton walked, he motioned for everyone to get up and ordered, "You and I go to the office and introduce the recent domestic situation. By the way, arrange their accommodation!"
"Yes Master!"
Abagong took the order and waved his hand, and immediately a head maid stood up to take care of everyone.
The goblin housekeeper has too many official duties. Although it wants to take care of the master's food and daily life, after all, that is the qualification for people with close relationships, but it does not have the time and energy.
Downton did not claim the title of king, nor did he grant his sister a title of nobility, so it was a bit troublesome to address her, but fortunately, news soon came that she was actually the third princess of Saint Laurent.
"Your Highness Elaine, please go this way!"
Not only the head maid, but also the servants were quietly sizing up Elaine. They knew that Lord Downton loved this sister very much and that if he served her well, he would be able to gain a foothold in the palace.
"Just call me Elaine!"
Elaine turned in a circle and looked around curiously, "Can I walk around?"
"certainly!"
The head maid complimented, "You don't have to be constrained. This is your home. You can go anywhere and modify any place!"
"marvelous!"
Elaine cheered, no matter how big the Palace of Versailles is, it is not hers, but here, she can feel a breath of freedom.
"elder sister!"
The younger brother pulled Margaret. He had been to the most luxurious place, the cathedral, so he was very nervous. Although Frankfurt is a third-rate country, its palace is definitely not shabby. After all, the kings will repair it carefully.
their residence.
As soon as Downton entered the office, he saw a row of girls standing, holding thick documents in their hands, and nodded involuntarily.
Abagon is definitely a competent butler. He knew what to prepare as early as when he welcomed Downton.
"Let's talk about the domestic situation first. Are there any disasters?"
Downton took a few steps and was suddenly stunned because he saw five orc girls among the female secretaries.
"Owner!"
Seeing Downton's gaze, the five orcs immediately knelt down with nervous expressions on their faces and kowtowed in greeting.
"what happened?"
Downton frowned. You must know that there is an unwritten rule for working as a maid in the palace. If the king is willing, he can visit these maids at any time. He doesn't even need to give an identity afterwards, just give them some gold coins.
"They are all slaves. I saw how pitiful they were, so I bought them on my own initiative and gave them a bite of food."
Abagong's words are beautiful and he looks like a gentleman. In fact, he just bought it to warm the master's bed because he looks good. When he is tired from work, he can press the female secretary on the desk to vent. Otherwise, why would he choose to have so many orc slaves?
All of them are beauties.
"Um!"
Downton nodded and glanced again, Abagon's flattery struck a chord in the man's heart.
The female secretaries all wear tight-fitting uniforms. The upper body is a translucent shirt that sticks to the flesh. There is no underwear. You can see the bulge on the chest, which will sway as you walk. The lower body is a one-step skirt, and the thighs are wearing black
The silk stockings even reflect the smoothness of the chandelier, and the feet are crystal high heels...
"Abagong, do you think I am like a lustful king?"
Downton asked back. He noticed that there were racks of clothes at the door of the study, all of which were the coats of female secretaries. Obviously, these erotic scenes were only for him to enjoy.
"By combining work and rest, work efficiency will increase!" Abagong said without changing his expression, "Master is too tired and needs to relax."
"Change these clothes!" Downton glared at Abagon, "Elaine is back. If you want her to hate you, just say so!"
"All right!"
Abagong sighed, if Elaine hated him, he might not be able to hold his position as minister.
"Let's get down to business!"
Downton sat behind his desk, and before he could do anything, a female secretary handed him a pen.
"Thanks!"
Downton turned to thank him, but because he was sitting down, his eyes were right on the female secretary's chest, and the bright red color was extremely conspicuous.
"Want some coffee?"
The female secretary endured her shyness and asked in a low voice whether she would have the opportunity to enter the harem in the future if she got Downton's favor.
"Well, let's have some black tea!"
Downton shook his head and stopped thinking.
"The domestic situation is excellent and the people's income is increasing, which is the best stabilizer. Their enthusiasm for work is now unprecedentedly high!"
Abagon submitted a report. "We are in the honeymoon period with Bavaria. With the development and improvement of underground trade routes, the benefits are growing crazily."
"We don't have to worry about selling the goods we produce domestically. Other business groups go underground to sell things. They all need to deal with the dwarves and bid for the right to sell. We don't have to. As the servant of the Rose Spider Queen, you have an important position among the dark elves.
Huge prestige, so Menzoberranzan is open to us!"
"Um!"
Downton knew that the truth was not that simple. The eight matrons were not united. Although they were xenophobic, they were not idiots. Seeing the dwarves making a lot of money and their national power gradually growing, they naturally did not want to fall behind, otherwise the dominance of the underground would be lost.
Downton provides surface goods, and can sell squeezed underground specialties, exchange them for gold coins and resources, and make a fortune together, why not?
"Many business groups have already submitted letters of intent, hoping to join our business group, share business paths, and sell goods in Menzoberranzan City. Of course, they will pay a high commission!"
Abagon pulled out another piece of information, "I think this is not just an economic activity, but also has political significance, so I have initially screened some allies and are waiting for your decision."
"Well done. Except for Bavaria, all the business groups from the other eight empires have been eliminated, and then we have chosen from among the earliest partners with us. I want them to know that if they follow me, they will have meat to eat!"
Downton browsed the files. With his current power, he didn't have to worry about retaliation from second-rate countries. As for first-rate countries, Bavaria was the one to resist.
Not to mention the relationship between Downton and Princess Sissi, the current trade between the two parties involves many fields. The total amount is expected to reach 70 billion gold coins next year, and 100 billion the year after that. Such a strategic partner, II will definitely protect it, and
I don’t want other empires to get a share of the pie.
Now the second generation will wake up with a smile even in his dreams. After all, no one will dislike him for having too many gold coins, and his daughter's eyes when looking at men are really sharp.
Now Downton has begun to run his own power network. He does not intend to just be a little king!
"Aren't there any disasters or riots?"
After finishing talking about the economic aspects of the free trade zone, Downton asked the most worrying question.
"No, as the pockets are full, the people's ability to withstand disasters has greatly increased. Besides, this snowstorm is mainly concentrated in the Sunset Prairie. Only some areas in our country have suffered from the cold wave, but I have already arranged for relief supplies!"
Abagon frowned, "The only trouble is that small-scale conflicts keep breaking out from the Dragon Hills!"
“It’s earlier than expected!”
Looking at the casualty figures, Downton sighed. (To be continued...)