Game of Thrones: Battle Royale Game

"Because of the party dispute." Talobane said helplessly.

Party strife? Ian blinked, this was an unexpected answer.

Because there is only a small amount of description of Pentos in the original book through the POV perspectives of Daenerys and Tyrion, Ian can be said to know nothing about the current political situation of Pentos.

But Ian then thought about it. In a city ruled by several governors and 40 noble families, it was strange that there was no party struggle.

But do you really dare to say that? "When it comes to party disputes, do you think it's possible for me to get involved?" Ian couldn't help but feel a little amused.

"It involves a partisan struggle, but it's not directed at me," Talobane quickly explained. "In fact, it's a struggle between the Braavos and Volantis factions in the Grand Council.

Governor Cecito Morn, who has only taken office in the past two years, is a recognized representative of Volantis' interests. Most of the slave trade in Pentos is the business of him and his ally Governor Tetrus.

Just two weeks ago, Governor Haukote, who had long been funded by the Iron Bank of Braavos, suddenly launched an attack on the slave trade. With the support of His Royal Highness the Prince and the Ambassador of Braavos, he started a war in the entire city of Pentos. A thorough investigation into the slave trade. "

"Perhaps you can go into more detail." Ian became interested. Regardless of whether he accepted the task or not, it would always be worthwhile to know more about the layout of Pentos.

"More detailed things are not something that people like me can know," Talobane shook his head, "Perhaps you can ask Governor Illyrio in person later. In short, for us, this is an unreasonable disaster. "

When Jiaduobao and Wanglaoji fought, He Qizheng was defeated? Ian thought of this inexplicably.

"The wharf gangster 'Spearbreaker' is one of the pawns hired by the Hauket family. That guy is a subordinate of the local snake in Pentos Port. He knows who among us small traders has conducted the slave trade.

As I said, my question didn't really involve the big shots, because the Spearbreakers were simply using this opportunity to blackmail us by working for Governor Hauket. "

"Then pay. You are a member of Illyrio's Chamber of Commerce. How dare he open his mouth?"

"It is precisely because we are Governor Illyrio's people that he dares to speak so loudly. All Pentos people know that the Governor remains neutral in the party disputes of the Great Council. If we bring him trouble for privately selling slaves, Governor Illyrio shows no mercy to troublemakers."

Ian's eyes lit up, and his first reaction was to directly threaten Tarobine with this matter, forcing him to give up the invitation to the banquet to him.

But he soon gave up the idea because he didn't have any evidence in his hands and the possibility of such a threat being effective was too low.

"And the reason I can't get other Pentos mercenaries to deal with this problem isn't that the Spearbreakers are so powerful or that the mercenaries are afraid of Governor Haukote.

In fact, I can't find reliable mercenaries at all. Most of these mercenary teams in Pentos have various relationships with major families. I'm worried that they will leak the news and bring trouble to Governor Illyrio. trouble. "

"Aren't you afraid that I will leak the news?" Ian asked with a smile.

"Oh, I think our positions are consistent on some issues, such as - don't cause trouble to Governor Illyrio. After all, you still have a lot to rely on him, right?" Talobane half-squinted. He closed his eyes and said confidently.

"You are really unworthy of being a businessman. Guys like you should sit in the great council you talk about."

"Please don't be joking," Talobane rejected the compliment, and then added, "As long as you do it secretly enough, no one will doubt us, they will just treat it as a piece of cake." Part of the Lantis Party’s revenge campaign so what is your final decision?”

"When will your ship arrive?" Ian asked instead of answering.

"Just this weekend, if the wind direction is OK."

"In other words, well after Illyrio's party?"

"That's it"

"I can tell you for sure that we won't be able to take down Spearbreaker in a day and a half, but before the weekend, it will be easy to take him down."

"So what do you mean?" Taroben understood a little bit.

"Give us the invitation letter first, and we will naturally help you solve the problem after we see the Governor. Don't answer in a hurry," Ian stopped Talobane who was about to speak, "You know that what I said is the truth. If If you don’t make adequate preparations and act rashly before the Governor’s banquet, we may not only be unable to solve your trouble, but it will cause even greater trouble.”

Talobane did not answer this time, as if he was weighing his words.

"Just think of it as making friends. This can be the beginning of building trust," Ian continued.

"Friend? After what happened just now," Talobane glanced at Darren Grafson, who had returned behind Ian and became a complete foil, "Do you still believe in a friend like me?"

"Being like you will only make our friendship stronger, because being friends with me will always be profitable."

Talobane raised his head and looked at the brazen young man.

After a long time, he finally said the two words Ian was looking forward to: "Deal."

It wasn't until Ian and the others took their things and left that Taroben slowly took out a handkerchief from his pocket and wiped the cold sweat on his forehead.

He vaguely remembered that the last young man he met with such aura was the prince - Hazan Mohalis.

After leaving Taroben's home, Ian has been thinking about a question.

Now that I have received the invitation letter, do I still want to help Talobane with things?

According to Ian's usual style, it would be impossible to still work after taking all the money.

But at that time, I was wearing the vest of 'Lucian Lannister'. Because I knew that this vest could be discarded at any time, I acted a little unscrupulously.

It's different now. In my plan, the Ian River/Darry vest will be used for a long time. If it loses its reputation, it may bring a series of negative effects.

And those who let Talobane loose will definitely get a bad reputation. After all, the threat of the 'Spear Breaker' can only make Talobane bleed, but it will not kill him.

If I beat him, then not only would I become an enemy, but I would also make my current identity completely stinky in Illyrio's Chamber of Commerce.

This is a result that Ian cannot accept.

Let's check it out first. Ian thought of a compromise plan and sent his clever squire 'Dornishman' Denzel to the port of Pentos, intending to inquire about the more specific situation of 'Spearbreaker' before proceeding. Decide.