From Baron to Lord

They knew that Duke Allen was blessed by the gods, and perhaps he was finding a way for himself.

Seeking help from the system was not an option, nor was opening a factory.

The technology for refining energy blocks was too advanced, and such a factory would require a lot of time.

System, factory.

Got it!

An idea flashed through Allen's mind like lightning, this was definitely the best way to increase product output in the future.

He had opened so many factories himself, how could he have forgotten about it?

Allen slapped his head, thankful that he remembered.

"Boltzmann, what steps do you need to take to make energy blocks?" Allen asked Boltzmann with a smile.

"Well, we first remove impurities from the magic stone, then purify it, and finally perform a second stage of alchemy to obtain a complete energy block."

"So, that means it can be roughly divided into three steps?"

"Yes, Duke."

"After each step is completed, can you wait for a while?" Allen asked nervously, after all, this was a critical issue.

"That's not necessary," Boltzmann thought for a moment, "It only needs to be completed within a day."

"Hahaha, I've thought of a way," Allen smiled.

"That's great, thank the gods, you are amazing, Duke," Boltzmann looked at Allen adoringly.

As expected of a man watched by the gods, he knew that they had been working tirelessly for the past few days, but the results were very limited.

Now that the Duke had just arrived, he had already thought of a way, as expected of the Duke watched by the gods.

"Boltzmann, divide yourselves into three groups," Allen led them to the experiment table, directing them.

"This time, when making energy blocks, you don't need to complete all the steps by yourself as before."

"Each of the three groups only needs to be responsible for one step, and then hand over the semi-finished product to the next group, understand?"

That's right, what Allen was going to give them was the assembly line, which was a great invention of modern industry.

The assembly line refers to each production unit focusing on handling only one segment of the work, which can greatly improve efficiency.

Boltzmann was a little confused, would this really increase the speed of energy block production?

As everyone knew, almost every alchemist worked alone.

So, they almost never cooperated with others, this assembly line was the first time they had heard of it.

Although they were full of doubts, they still did as Allen said because of his position in their hearts.

At first, Boltzmann and the others were a little uncomfortable, often forgetting to give the product to the next group and starting to work on it themselves.

This, in turn, reduced work efficiency.

But Allen was not in a hurry, after all, this assembly line had been tested by countless factories and was absolutely effective.

Sure enough, slowly Boltzmann and the others began to get used to this method, and the speed also slowly increased, and the number of energy blocks on the side also increased.

When Boltzmann and the others saw this, they were even more encouraged, and the speed of their hands increased even more.

In the end, after a count by Boltzmann and the others, they had made a full sixty energy blocks in one morning.

"It's unbelievable, this is the result of our morning's work? We used to take two days to make this many."

Boltzmann, Ulfa, and Lilith all couldn't believe it.

"See, you will use this method to make energy blocks in the future, and the shields and turrets can also be made this way," Allen looked at the energy blocks on the experiment table and was very happy, now he didn't have to worry.

It was already noon, and Allen was about to return to the palace.

As soon as he went out, someone came to report: "Greetings, Duke, the Crown Prince and Princess of the Principality of Laine are seeking an audience."

"What? Why are they here?" Allen walked towards the main hall, thinking, could it be because of his letter?.

Chapter 391: Lainesen Visits Again, Exchange

Chapter 391: Lainesen and Laisnow

Allen returned to the palace, and Lainesen and Laisnow were already waiting for him there.

This Duke Laine didn't know what he was thinking, a good heir to the principality and a princess, he made them look like messengers.

However, Allen had guessed a bit, although the Allen Principality was established for a short time, its strength was not weak at all, and with the endless stream of good things, it had aroused the interest of many people.

Duke Laine naturally wanted to have a good relationship with Allen, but he was the ruler of a country, and Allen was also his knight before, so the two would definitely be a little awkward when they met.

However, Lainesen was about the same age as Allen, and their relationship was not bad, so Duke Laine naturally wanted him to have a good relationship with Allen.

As for Laisnow, she must have come with Lainesen.

Sure enough, when she saw Allen walking in, Laisnow immediately looked over, looking happy, with stars in her eyes.

Allen had a headache whenever he saw Laisnow like this, he couldn't accept Laisnow, at least not now.

He admitted that he was very proud to be admired by such a beautiful young girl, and a princess of a country.

However, Allen had already taken in Lucy and Cecilmina, and if he accepted Laisnow, it would be different.

As the princess of the Principality of Laine, Laisnow would naturally not be able to be without a title like Lucy and Cecilmina, and Duke Laine would naturally ask Allen to marry Laisnow.

Allen was unwilling for Lucy and Cecilmina to be concubines, not to mention whether they were willing or not, Allen himself would definitely not agree.

And now the position of the Allen Principality was not much different from that of the Principality of Laine, and Laisnow would naturally be the first wife if she wanted to be Allen's woman.

However, after this undead war, Allen believed that the Allen Principality would shock the world.

The position of the Allen Principality would have a huge improvement, not to mention being comparable to the four great empires, at least it would not be inferior to most kingdoms.

In that case, Duke Laine would see the situation clearly and willingly send his daughter over.

Cough cough cough, what a sin, how could I think like this.

Allen quickly realized his mistake and looked at Lainesen and Laisnow with a righteous expression.

"Duke Allen, long time no see," Lainesen looked at Allen and said with a smile.

Lainesen also put on a full posture, although he had a good relationship with Allen before, he did not take advantage of this point to do whatever he wanted, but had always been courteous.

Although Allen had said it many times, Lainesen still called him Duke. It also made Allen sigh, as expected of the successor cultivated by Duke Laine.

"I didn't expect you to come in person, Lainesen," Allen sat on the throne and said with a smile.

"After receiving the Grand Duke's letter, my father took it very seriously and specifically sent me to learn more from you," Reinerson explained to Allen.

"Mm."

"Grand Duke, is it really true that an undead invasion from the Attis Empire is imminent?" Reinerson still found it hard to believe.

He had heard stories of the Attis Empire, said to be a nation punished by the gods for trying to usurp divine authority.

But the entire country was said to have sunk into the sea forever. How could it suddenly reappear?

If this letter hadn't been written by Allen, Reinerson would have thought the writer was insane.

"Then look at this." Allen didn't offer much explanation, simply handing him the waist badge of an Attis Empire soldier that he had obtained earlier. "This is indeed Attis Empire script."

Seeing the waist badge, Reinerson was surprised, realizing that he, as a prince, was quite knowledgeable.

Reinerson turned the waist badge over and over in his hands. After a while, he let out a long sigh and looked at Allen. "This is indeed an artifact from the Attis Empire. May I ask, Grand Duke, how did you obtain it?"

"Some days ago, I heard my ministers say that seafood production in the nearby ocean had drastically decreased."

Hearing this, Reinerson nodded. "Indeed, the same is happening in our Lionheart Duchy. My father was furious and sent several powerful individuals, but they found no clues."

"Naturally, you wouldn't find any clues because this matter is of great importance and is related to the Attis Empire I mentioned."

"A few days ago, after learning of this matter, I went to the seabed to investigate. As a result, at the bottom of the sea..." Allen slowly recounted what he had seen to Reinerson and Laysha. When Allen mentioned the ghosts and monsters at the bottom of the sea, Laysha exclaimed in surprise.

"Ah! Ghosts?" Laysha's face turned pale, and she hid behind Reinerson, clearly terrified of such things.

Seeing Allen's puzzled gaze, Reinerson said with a smile, "Laysha only knew that I was coming and secretly slipped out. She doesn't know anything about this matter."

"Brother, what are you saying? I didn't..." Laysha's voice grew softer and softer, her eyes glancing at Allen before quickly lowering her head, her face flushed.

What a disaster! Allen lamented inwardly.

Reinerson glanced at Laysha with a smile, but said nothing more.

Allen sighed, and could only continue speaking.

"Finally, I discovered this waist badge next to the monster's remains and brought it back."

"But, Grand Duke, this doesn't prove that an undead army from the Attis Empire is coming, does it?" Reinerson was somewhat puzzled.

Allen was also helpless. He couldn't exactly say that he had a system and that a mission had been issued, could he?

But it didn't matter if he didn't say it. He was now the ruler of a country, no longer the weakling he once was, and didn't need to explain everything to others.

"I have other sources. In three months, there will indeed be an undead invasion, and it will be the entire Attis Empire's undead army. We must make a decision." Seeing Allen's serious expression, Reinerson didn't dare to be negligent.

"Grand Duke, if that's the case, our two duchies will definitely be unable to resist. Even with the addition of the nearby duchies, it would be the same. It would be best to seek help from the Norton Kingdom, or even the Radiant Empire."

Hearing this, Allen's eyes lit up. That's right, he had forgotten something. He was a vassal of the Norton Kingdom, so now that a crisis was coming, they should help.

Although he could solve this matter himself, he wouldn't refuse free assistance.

However, he was afraid that they wouldn't believe him. Allen looked at Reinerson. "Our two duchies should simultaneously submit a letter, to increase the credibility of this matter."

"That's natural." Reinerson nodded. "I will ask my father to submit a letter when I return."

Allen planned to put the Attis Empire's waist badge in the envelope as well. After all, the more they believed, the more support they would provide.

The Allen Duchy and the Lionheart Duchy were at the forefront of the defense against the undead. They wouldn't want the Allen Duchy to fall quickly.

"Moreover, we need to form an alliance!"

Chapter 392: Alliance and Support from the Radiant Empire

"Grand Duke, it's necessary for us to form an alliance," Reinerson said, looking at Allen.

"Our Lionheart Duchy and Allen Duchy are close, and both are near the ocean. We will be the first to bear the brunt of the attack. I think it's necessary for us to form an alliance." Allen smiled, which was exactly what he wanted to say.

Although the Allen Duchy was strong, more people meant more strength, didn't it?

He would never agree to let the Allen Duchy fight desperately in the front while the Lionheart Duchy hid in the back. "An alliance is of course possible, but can you make that decision?"

"Of course. In fact, before I came here, I had already discussed this matter with my father." Reinerson seemed confident.

"Good, but I suggest you abandon the Blue Moon Duchy. After all, it's too close to the sea, and it will become an enclave once the war breaks out." Allen thought of the previous Blue Moon Duchy, and the Lionheart Duchy had a lot of influence there.

"That's impossible, Grand Duke." Reinerson shook his head with a wry smile.

"My father has already enfeoffed the Blue Moon Duchy. We have told them about the situation, but most people don't take it seriously."

Allen was also helpless. This was the disadvantage of enfeoffment.

Like Duke Lionheart, although he was the ruler of a country, he didn't have much jurisdiction over the knights under him.

Unless they rebelled, like the Shack Duchy, could he openly crusade against them.

In reality, their control over their subordinates was very weak, just like the saying, "My vassal's vassal is not my vassal." Originally, this situation was most afraid of encountering a situation where the lord was weak and the vassals were strong, and then the entire duchy would split apart.

However, this world valued strength above all else. As long as the Grand Duke was still a Dragon Knight, the subordinates would never have the courage to rebel.

Once the Dragon Knight Grand Duke fell and the successor didn't have enough strength, the entire duchy would soon cease to exist.

That was the current situation. Duke Lionheart had already told them about the situation, but there was nothing he could do if they didn't believe it.

After all, this was the territory of those marquises and dukes, and the rise and fall of their families depended on it.