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Chapter 129 - 129 101 Ambition_3

129: Chapter 101, Ambition_3 129: Chapter 101, Ambition_3 Hudson spoke causally.

With such a configuration just for transporting goods, it seemed overkill.

On average, ten people per cart, they had enough manpower to push all the way to Qiaomu County.

But now, having discovered the traces of the Skeleton Society, their confidence is not as full.

Especially with the rumors that it was a Golden Knight who killed Knight Florian, making everyone uneasy.

With high-ranking knights, Evil God Sacrifice Shamans, and various evil summoning spells, once a fight breaks out, everyone can imagine the fierce scene.

“My esteemed Baron Hudson, I beg you not to joke around, take your main forces on the road with us!”

Adrian said sarcastically.

Deep down, he couldn’t help but grumble: We are all allies, don’t set us up like this.

If any mishap occurs, it would be a calamity.

Hudson gave everyone a reassuring look, then smiled lightheartedly, “You overthink!

The situation is not as dire as you imagine, as long as our luck is not too bad, the journey should go smoothly.

The Skeleton Society indeed showed up in Qiaomu County, but that was a month ago.

The Governor’s Mansion has dispatched an infantry regiment to assist the local nobles in pursuing the Skeleton Society.

Even if their efficiency is low, they have surely swept Qiaomu County thoroughly.

The status of those rats squatting in the dark corners all day long is now unknown.

The nobles in various places along the way have also strengthened their defenses, and checkpoints have been set up on all traffic arteries, waiting for the Skeleton Society’s people to knock on their doors.

Leading the caravan forward, we will not take shortcuts or small paths.

We are among our own along the way, so what’s to fear?

Even if the Skeleton Holy Master comes in person, he would be the one avoiding us.

Is it possible that the few remaining followers they have could rob our caravan?”

He spoke so lightly, but Hudson was also betting that the Skeleton Society would not value this caravan.

The weapons and equipment are great, but they need someone to use them.

The Skeleton Society at this moment, needs to hide above all.

If they rob the caravan, they cannot carry such a big target on the road.

Rushing to take action would only increase their chances of exposure, attracting even larger armies to hunt them down.

Unable to find sufficient reasons to refute him, everyone was reluctantly persuaded by Hudson.

They had already come this far, they couldn’t just turn around and go back because of fear of risks, could they?

Such things are not what knights should do.

Moreover, everyone needs this money, so there’s even less reason to back out.

Seeing that people are reluctantly willing, Hudson didn’t even bother to continue arguing.

He just waved his hand directly and announced the departure.

Sending coal in snowy weather, is far more valuable than sending extra icing.

While the nobles of Qiaomu County have not yet recovered from their fear of the Skeleton Society, delivering the goods earlier could yield considerable good will.

If we go later, when the risk has completely passed, then it would just be a business transaction.

…

The caravan moved slowly, the bone-chilling cold wind struck everyone’s face, declaring the arrival of winter.

The winter in the southern country is like a Magic Attack, it is not a good choice to travel in this season.

Luckily, all those who came along are elites from various families, they haven’t been treated harshly.

From top to bottom, everyone is wrapped up tightly, just to resist the harsh cold wind.

Traveling sixty miles a day, this speed is even slower than Hudson had expected.

The main reason is the poor roads along the way, which delayed the caravan’s speed.

The benefits of a wide network of contacts were evident at this point.

Sent someone in advance to notify, the nobles along the way were prepared for everything.

Hot water, hot rice, hot dishes…

everything was available, basically eating and resting all the way.

These were all due to connections, so naturally money couldn’t be discussed.

But the sensible Hudson had prepared many generous gifts in advance.

Basically, giving gifts all the way, he wouldn’t let the hosts suffer losses.

Regrettably, due to the urgent need to hurry on their way, they had to decline the welcome banquets held by the nobles along the way, missing the opportunity to further communicate and expand their network.

But these things aren’t a rush, if one wants to make friends, opportunities can always be found.

Proper arrangements allowed the slightly nervous knights to completely let go of their worries.

Everywhere were their own people, it was indeed unreasonable to be afraid of remnants of the Skeleton Society.

Soft power is also power, the connections displayed along the way made all the knights look at Hudson differently.

It proved that the famous “Divine Archery Knight” was not only strong and had many relatives but also had friends everywhere.

The most direct impact was that Knight Kurelio, Sir Roman and Sir Walov, three good neighbors, privately indicated their willingness to ally with Hudson.

There were signs of this before, but it was just a form.

The experiences along the way undoubtedly stiffened their resolve.

Other knights also showed signs of being drawn in, but because of geographical reasons, they couldn’t make up their minds.

The weaker the strength, the more they need to group together.

Prior to accepting this transport business, Hudson hadn’t felt this need.

After all, he is the local hegemon, and the strength of his neighbors is also average.

He would already be doing well if he didn’t bully others and was not worried about outside threats.

But with the commencement of the transport business, Hudson suddenly realized that his home base was not as secure as he thought, otherwise, he wouldn’t have stooped to threaten Baron Katelai to help guard the door.

But this kind of thing can be endured once or twice, but certainly not repeatedly.

If the oppression continues for a long time, a backlash will inevitably occur.

It is unrealistic to significantly enhance the strength of one’s territory in a short period of time.

Out of necessity, Hudson had to turn his gaze outside.

The more friends the better to navigate; the more allies the harder to fight.

However, forming alliances is a matter that requires an all-around consideration.

While enjoying the benefits that the alliance brings, one must also bear the corresponding obligations.

This urgency cannot be rushed, you must continue to filter in order to select the most suitable allies for grouping.