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Chapter 690 - 690 12 The Grand Wedding_2

690: Chapter 12, The Grand Wedding_2 690: Chapter 12, The Grand Wedding_2 Such an arrangement works out best for both families.

Bringing out the Giant Dragon for the bridal pickup showcases high social status.

It not only saves face for both parties but also saves a lot of time.

As for the dowry, it could be slowly transported back by the bridal pickup procession.

Given Hudson’s standing, no noble lord would dare to rob them.

“Humph!

You just know how to bully me!”

While speaking, Melissa gave Hudson’s waist a pinch.

“Who bullied you?

Tell me, and I’ll show them what a Dragon Knight is capable of!”

Hudson pretended to be clueless and teased.

Their flirtatious banter did not affect the young single bear, but it did affect the mature single dragon below, which vaguely began to show signs of being in heat.

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Meeting up is not easy for nobles scattered all over due to transportation limits.

Major nobles’ union is not only a convention, but also an opportunity for everyone to interact.

Unlike previous ones, this gathering is also involved with the kingdom’s tumultuous “Magical Beast Legion Plan”.

Not only have the powerful nobles of the kingdom sent important members over, but some foreign major powers have too sent significant representatives.

The gathering of many representatives in the Mountain Domain made the legendary wedding become even more extraordinary.

Fortunately, Hudson’s castle was big enough; else, it would be embarrassing if there was no enough place to accommodate the guests.

Seeing the rare big shots coming in and out of the throne banterously, Charles couldn’t help exclaiming, “Earl Hudson has a lot of face.

Not only does he refuse to admit the kingdom’s power, almost all the representatives from the Northern Countries have come!”

Thinking back to when Hudson first emerged, Charles was the one who guided him.

In just a few years, there was already a significant gap between them.

After many years of struggle, he’s still a minor noble, but the once-naive young man now stands at the top of the kingdom.

“The Dragon Knights sure have a lot of faces.

Now, everyone is waiting for the Count’s Giant Dragon to breed.

Isn’t this wedding the best place for everyone to build a closer relationship?”

Baron Katelai said cheerfully.

He smiled happily on the surface, but inside, he was bleeding.

In this war, he has also made a lot of credit.

Not to mention crossing the threshold of the Intermediate Aristocracy in one fell swoop, at least he should have obtained another fertile territory.

However, his family was deeply involved in the arms sale case, causing an injury to the kingdom.

The Northern Nobles’ background directly deprived him of the post-war awards.

It’s impossible to make a fuss.

If it weren’t for Hudson, their big boss, without the support of their family, they wouldn’t be able to stay in the Southeastern Province.

A series of blows had worn down his arrogance.

Even if he was talented, he couldn’t get ahead without luck.

There are many other Northern Nobles who have had similar experiences.

All the former Duke Cavadia had prepared for his son had been taken by Hudson.

There were of course those who were tough, but those who couldn’t adapt had all paid the price with their lives in the war.

“Baron Katelai has a good eye.

Spotting the essence of the problem at a glance, it seems that under Earl Hudson, there are indeed many talented individuals.”

The sudden involvement of Caryo changed the tone of the conversation.

No matter where they came from, they were all Hudson’s men.

And this present Viscount Caryo is a core member of the Dalton Family.

Even if the two families didn’t have any signs of falling out at present, everyone at the scene knew very well that such harmony could not last long.

Unless you’re prepared to change sides, getting too close to the top of the opposing forces would obviously not end well as a minion.

“Thank you for your compliment, Viscount.

Speaking of talent, I must recommend your esteemed family first from the Southeastern Province.

It’s only been a few months, and I heard that your clan has already replenished the Crimson Knights’ Brigade.

This intrinsic strength is our most precious wealth to pursue!”

Nelson’s words rescued everyone from embarrassment.

After all, Caryo wasn’t here to cause trouble.

Reality doesn’t allow him to be capricious, and after some business compliments, Viscount Caryo soon disappeared into the crowd.

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A grand hall exclusive to major nobles was swarming with hustle and bustle.

Just as outsiders had guessed, attending the wedding was merely an added advantage, the true motive was to secure a breeding partnership.

“Your Grace, we have come here in good faith seeking cooperation.

We have to admit, compared to the powers in the southern part of the continent, our development in the Northern Continent has been far too sluggish.

As we have all realized from the recent Orc war, the future battlefields belong to extraordinary troops.

The Frank Kingdom, the Clergy, the Iberia Kingdom, the Black…

these major powers, all have established their own Magical Beast Beast Legions.

If we wish to catch up with them in short term, none of us can do it alone.

The best choice is to unite!”

This was seriously proposed by Count Reynato.

Whether “union” serves the best interest for every country is yet unknown.

For the moment, it fits with the best interests of the Moxi Duchy.

Upon hearings this proposal, the Duke Newfoundland’s first response was: this is abnormal, there’s a conspiracy, how could there be such a cheap bargain in this world?

Then he eased his mind.

Currently, the Moxi Duchy does not afford to carry out such a conspiracy.

Nominally, it is a joint investment in research and the final results would be shared.

However, the same results would differ greatly depending on who uses it.

Once the results are obtained, the Alpha Kingdom could easily form several fully staffed Magical Beast Beast Legions due to its huge scale.

Even if the Moxi Duchy is highly fertile, it can at most maintain half of Alpha Kingdom’s military strength, and it’s worse for the other countries.

“Count Reynato, I am supportive of your proposal.

We are all countries of the Northern Continent.

If we can come together as one, it is undoubtedly the best choice to catch up with the southern countries.

However, this matter is of utmost importance.

I must report it to His Majesty the King before I can give you a precise answer!”

Duke Newfoundland pretended to be calm.

Only those who run the household understand the cost.

As the chancellor of the Alpha Kingdom, he spends half his time worrying about the fiscal issues.

Now that someone is offering to help share the investment, he can’t find a reason to refuse.

As for the issue of outflowing cultivated magical beasts, he didn’t take it seriously.

Leakage of cultivated magical beasts is inevitable.

Once they are equipped on a large scale, it’s impossible to keep it a secret.

The Frank Kingdom, for instance, has their painstakingly cultivated Tyrannosaurus for sale in some of the bigger black markets, just the price is daunting.

“Your Grace, we have to prioritize efficiency for this matter.

It is said that Hudson’s Red Dragon will enter the mating season soon.

If we miss this opportunity, the loss will be significant.

The best move is for us to reach a cooperation agreement as soon as possible, send the female beasts to the Mountain Domain and wait for the Red Dragon to be in heat!”

Count Reynato said a little anxiously.

No choice, the Alpha Kingdom had already started its process.

They encountered a convoy transporting female beasts on their way to the Mountain Domain.

If there is no speedy cooperation, there’s a danger that the Alpha Kingdom may complete the first experiment alone.

If some success comes out of it, trying to get into the game later means paying a higher price.

Just as Duke Newfoundland was in a dilemma, a dragon cry echoed from the sky and drew everyone’s attention.

It was human nature to enjoy spectacles.

Without needing anyone to lead, all the guests rushed out of the hall at their fastest speed.

To achieve maximum effect, Hudson purposely let Maxim fly a few loops in the air, giving the guests a feast for the eyes.

As a habit, Hudson fondled Melissa’s cheek and whispered, “Here we are, let’s get down!”

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