Chapter 291
Chapter 291: Mansion and territory
Brettel City was located to the east in the Lancelot Empire and bordered seven constantly warring duchies. These duchies weren’t as powerful as the Lancelot Empire and were plagued with conflict almost all year round.
However, whenever the Lancelot Empire would try to invade these seven duchies, they would stop their internal conflict and tightly join hands to resist the invasion of the Lancelot Empire.
One duchy by itself couldn’t compete with the Lancelot Empire, but seven of them together had the power beyond that of the Lancelot Empire. Fortunately, these seven duchies would never be united forever, otherwise the Lancelot Empire would truly be hard pressed to face their attack.
Brettel City was precisely a Lancelot Empire city that bordered the seven duchies. The size of the city was vast, but unfortunately its location was awkward. The city suffered from the impact of the chaotic warring between the seven duchies, so it was the place where crooks mixed with honest folk.
“Bryan, normally a count such as you has no way to control such a large territory. Brettel City is almost the size of the Valen City, only someone with the title of marquis is qualified to oversee such a city. Hehe, Brettel is chaotic indeed, but it’s just right for a spirited young man like you.”
“It would greatly benefit your future career if you manage Brettel City well. It will be up to you to grasp opportunities well if you wish to obtain the title of marquis or duke.” In the secret chamber of the Dark Mantle, Candide looked at Han Shuo and explained in a low tone.
Sitting directly opposite of Candide, Han Shuo was perusing the information about Brettel City. He nodded at Candide’s words and placed the documents to the side, lifting his head to say, “Brettel is a barren land, the soil cannot nurture any type of crops. It can only produce some specialized iron and silver ores. The city has been caught in the midst of warring between the seven duchies for a long time while bandits and thieves have run rampant. Even several official armies of the duchies have disguised themselves as bandits to invade and pillage the city. This is a chaotic place where the city folks are tough. It’s actually a very interesting area!”
“How so? Do you have any ideas yet?” Han Shuo was a count not, and he’d also proved his power last time in the Garden House by killing Leah Cain. Even Candide no longer had the attitude of a boss talking to a subordinate when he spoke with Han Shuo. He was viewing Han Shuo as he equal on the same level.
“No ideas yet for now. I want to go to Brettel City and see the situation for myself first!” Han Shuo replied indifferently.
Brettel City had become a kind of useless and meaningless existence ever since then. It would be a pity to give up, but not giving up wouldn’t bring any benefits either. The situation was very awkward.
“Rest assured, I understand what kind of place Brettel City is. I already have a plan. After all, His Majesty has spoken. Brettel City is fully under my responsibility, I’ll take good care of it!” Han Shuo let out a strange cackled and responded in a mysterious manner.
“What do you intend to do?” Lawrence asked, dumbfounded.
“You’ll know when the time comes. I will make Brettel City even more chaotic!” Han Shuo spoke with an evil laugh.