Throne of the North.

Chapter 209 Negotiations in Yinchuan County

Everything originates from the pan-dimensional war among gods.

Yes, everything nowadays is closely related to the war between gods in all planes. In the eyes of gods, mortals have become strong enough to resist the power of gods because of the gods' own war.

In a world where the existence of gods is confirmed, there is still a struggle between theocracy and royal power. This is the manifestation.

If it were in the past, the empire would not have had the strength to fight against the Holy See, which had the blessing and faith of the gods.

But now the Empire has the upper hand.

Brand was visibly relieved, and Ryan ordered the other knights and servants to drag the black bear's body and start their return journey.

He already knew what the world discovered by Count Weiss looked like, and had no plans to develop it on a large scale for the time being.

Not enough time and not enough manpower.

Now that the war is over, the nobles of the North Wind Province are busy with spring ploughing and eliminating the impact of the war. Stability is always the most urgent desire of the noble lords.

Ryan has more than just the things in front of him, he also needs to go to Yinchuan County.

The huge black bear shocked the members of the Extraordinary Legion guarding the gate, but no one stopped Ryan or anything.

What's wrong with a noble getting food in another world?

Ryan did not eat alone, but distributed the black bear meat to the nobles who were still in the castle. The ingredients from another world, more importantly, whetted the nobles' appetites.

Two days later, Ryan led the army of Lingdu County to Yinchuan County.

After a few days of rest, the army had become elite after being tempered by the war, but Ryan could see that few people were willing to continue the war.

The war is over. Many soldiers from other noble territories have left these days, but they are still stationed there. They are eager to return home, and even Ryan cannot stop them.

Ryan could only hope that Viscount Hogg of Yinchuan County would be more sensible and that we should be nice to each other. If you pay me compensation, I will speak for you.

If a war broke out, he could not guarantee that his army could defeat Viscount Hogg.

There is no way. The military spirit and morale are gone.

However, Viscount Hogg was not as strong as imagined. When Ryan entered Yinchuan County, he had already arranged for people to pick him up.

Thousands of troops marched into Viscount Hogg's territory, and Baron Ryan, Enzo and other lords were invited into the magnificent castle.

Among all the nobles in the entire North Wind Province, perhaps only Viscount Hogg's castle is the most beautiful.

The patches of ivy are kept green and lush, and some of the orchid vines that fall from the top of the castle are woven into swings, which seem to bring down petals like rain with every swing.

The portraits carved by craftsmen on the city walls are also lifelike.

Best of all, there are waterfalls and hot springs in the castle!
Ryan could only sigh at Viscount Hogg's great wealth and the efforts he had made to please the royal girl.

"Baron Ryan, I heard that you have married into the family of Viscount Melendez. Would you like me to tell you some of my experience?"

Viscount Hogg smiled and said to Ryan that he was a noble who had built a spider web and could quickly pass on news among the nobles.

Of course, this is also conveying a subtle message.

That is Viscount Hogg, who is actually the same type of person as Baron Ryan. He has a huge spider web under his feet and they should stand together.

This also made Ryan feel the political stance within the empire. He was afraid that there was no lack of divisions among the nobles due to their backgrounds.

He also understood more clearly what Viscount Hogg meant. It was simply to show mercy and save him from bleeding.

When Ryan walked into the castle hall, there were other nobles from Yinchuan County here.

Strictly speaking, they are also supporters of Count Weiss, at least that was the case last year.

They couldn't get away with it. Apart from anything else, the nobles of Tieshan County would definitely not let it go. These nobles didn't even think about getting away with it, and they planned to pay a price to end the matter.

In short, it can be seen that Viscount Hogg's prestige suffered a considerable blow, because his decision caused heavy losses to the nobles of Yinchuan County.

"Since everyone is here, why don't we solve the problem first? Otherwise, the banquet prepared by Viscount Hogg tonight may not be lively at all."

Ryan spoke straight to the point, and the nobles nodded solemnly.

They also wanted to end it quickly. The losses in the war were too great, and the spring time did not allow them to delay. If they did not want to be remembered, they would have wanted to communicate directly with Baron Ryan.

"This year's war and last year's war, to put it in a broader sense, are the wars between the Empire and the Church..."

As soon as Ryan opened his mouth, a baron couldn't help but stand up.

"Baron Ryan, please don't say that casually. Our war is just a conflict between us and the nobles of Tieshan County."

"Don't worry, Baron Poole."

Ryan drank some water tactically. The North Wind Province was in great need of wine, but brewing wine required a lot of grain.

"To put it simply, the war can also be seen as a continuation of the land war. After all, in our North Wind Province, many lords rely on nobles in different counties."

Ryan smiled, and this time the nobles understood.

"This war is of course a continuation of the land war, but unfortunately, the nobles of our Yinchuan County lost."

As Baron Poole spoke, he couldn't help but glance at Viscount Hogg, who didn't look very happy.

Because some nobles have already started passing notes, which contain the nobles' war reparations.

Ryan put down what he was holding and said:
"According to the two earls, this matter is a conflict between the nobles of Yinchuan County and the nobles of the five counties, so..."

So the money is not enough! Some nobles gnashed their teeth inwardly, Ryan was not satisfied with the wealth they took out.

What a joke! Who can be satisfied? These nobles are not even willing to go to war to fight for their lives. How many gold coins would fall into each person's pocket if they shared the little they gave away?
"Five counties? Baron Ryan wouldn't include Viscount Landa and his men, would he?"

"This is the decision of the nobles."

Ryan said, and took out a note.

"Each baron must pay 100,000 gold coins, and Viscount Hogg 300,000 gold coins in compensation???"

"Why don't you go and rob?!"

Even Viscount Hogg couldn't help but clench his fists.

"This is the decision of the nobles."

Ryan pulled out all the nobles again. It was funny. He came to help everyone collect debts. It didn't make sense for him to take all the hatred on himself.

even……

"I believe you gentlemen can afford this little bit of wealth, but you don't have to take my share."

Ryan stretched out his hand and crossed out his own share, which was about one tenth less for each noble.

“But there are requirements.”

The nobles stared at Ryan, knowing that he would say that. This devil from the frozen land territory's negotiation skills were no worse than his military talent!
Viscount Hogg couldn't help but grit his teeth and even wanted to refuse, but when he thought of the share of 30,000 gold coins, he held back.

Let’s hear what he says first.

(End of this chapter)