The Original Vampire

Butter Tavern.

The businessmen had left, leaving Arnold sitting alone, pouring wine into his mouth one cup after another.

This gathering, which Arnold had high hopes for, can be said to be a complete failure.

Although after Colin left, he successfully formed the Northern Merchants Federation and became its president, judging from the absent-minded and perfunctory attitude of the merchants later, Arnold knew very well that his Northern Merchants Federation was nothing more than a joke.

Fear, confusion, anger, unwillingness…all kinds of emotions were changing back and forth on his face. This businessman who once made waves in the north exuded an indescribable sense of desolation.

With a creak, the tavern door opened.

Arnold squinted his eyes, looked back, and saw Knight Weber walking in.

“Now that you’ve left, why are you back?” Arnold’s tone was filled with unconcealable sarcasm.

But as soon as he finished saying this, Arnold discovered that there was another person following Knight Webber.

After seeing the man’s face clearly, Arnold was half awake from his wine. He immediately stood up from his seat, bowed and said, “Earl Evan, I didn’t expect to see you in Winter City!” Earl

Evan walked in with a smile and said, “What? Don’t you welcome me in the North?”

“Of course not, I’m just a little surprised.” Arnold quickly poured a glass of wine for Earl Evan, and at the same time inquired, “This time you Are you on a mission to the north?”

Earl Evan’s eyes were obviously attracted by the wine on the table. He did not answer Arnold’s question, but picked up the wine glass, put it under his nose and sniffed for a while, then took another sip, still closing his mouth. He closed his eyes, thought about it for a long time, and finally took a deep breath and praised:

“Not bad! The wine of Winster Manor will never disappoint!”

Arnold quickly flattered: “My lord, you are a person who really understands wine. , I still have many treasures in my wine cellar. If you are willing, I would like to ask you to help me appreciate them!”

Earl Evan raised his eyebrows and looked very excited. However, he still suppressed his desire and went to the wine cellar. He sat down at the bar and said to Arnold:

“I am coming to the North as a private person this time, so I hope you will not leak my whereabouts.” ”

Of course, of course, I will not talk nonsense.” Arnold thought in his heart Moving slightly, he kept guessing the reason why Earl Evan came to Winter City.

It has never been a secret in the Glorious Empire that the Eastern Territory and the Northern Territory are not compatible.

Therefore, Arnold was immediately keenly aware that the second son of the Duke of the East suddenly secretly met with him under the leadership of Knight Weber, probably for ulterior motives.

However, this is also an opportunity for you!

What happened tonight made Arnold understand that Count Angele was determined to integrate the northern business community, but unfortunately, his favorite business spokesperson was not him.

This left Arnold disappointed and angry.

But the appearance of Earl Evan gave him a glimmer of hope again.

While thinking about it, Earl Evan had already finished his glass of wine.

Arnold quickly continued it in person, and at the same time listened to Count Evan say: “I heard that Count Angele wants to form a northern foreign trade company?” ”

Yes, your lord.”

“Then, Mr. Arnold, what are your plans? Will you invest in joining this company?”

“Of course. Sir Earl, I have to join, otherwise my name will not be heard in the northern business circle for a long time.”

Earl Evan nodded, understanding this, but At the same time, he also suggested: “Mr. Arnold, I don’t know much about the specific operations of this new company.

However, I think you can start with the board of directors which is similar to the Senate.”

Arnold rolled his eyes. He turned around and said, “You mean, I can try to control the board of directors?”

“Yes. You can give it a try. Using your prestige in the northern business community, you can win over a group of businessmen and gain a certain say on the board of directors. It’s difficult.”

“Thank you for your suggestion, I will try to do it.” Arnold said thank you, but he was a little disapproving in his heart.

In his opinion, this northern foreign trade company was so important, how could Count Angele let the control of the board of directors slip away?

The St. Hilde family doesn’t mind if all the major businessmen contribute a certain amount of shares in this new company and share part of the profits, but if someone really tries to seize control of the company from the St. Hilde family, haha, really do you think those noble gentlemen won’t kill people?

Earl Avon seemed to see through Arnold’s doubts and asked with a smile: “Mr. Arnold, are you worried that doing this will trigger retaliation from the St. Hilde family?”

Arnold looked at the young face of the Earl of the East, and thinking of his current embarrassing situation and gloomy prospects, he couldn’t help but nod and say frankly: “Yes.”

Earl Evan laughed and comforted: “You don’t have to worry about this, the north is not the north of Vera and Colin. environment.”

Listening to Earl Avon’s profound words, Arnold’s heart moved and he asked eagerly: “Your Majesty, please forgive me for being stupid and unable to understand what you mean.”

However, Earl Avon only focused on drinking. Arnold made no move to answer.

Just when Arnold was getting anxious, Knight Weber, who had been silent for a long time, suddenly said, “Mr. Arnold, haven’t you heard that Master Joyce and Princess Judy are getting along well recently?”

Huh?

Master Joyce?

Arnold wanted to say that now that the ownership of the Duke of the North has been settled, can Master Joyce still make any waves?

But then, Arnold realized that if Master Joyce could really marry Princess Judy and even gain the support of the royal family, it would really be possible to get rid of the current embarrassing situation.

Arnold’s eyes swept across the faces of Knight Weber and Earl Avon, and his heart suddenly became excited.

If the royal family, Archon Sebas and the East all support Joyce…even if he cannot become the Duke of the North, he will definitely be able to form a force in Winter City that can compete with the Duke of the North.

In this case, wouldn’t he be able to seek asylum?

Seeing Arnold’s eyes gradually brightening, Earl Evan smiled faintly and said: “Mr. Arnold, are you confident now?”

Arnold suppressed the excitement in his heart and said in a deep voice: “I wonder if you can arrange for me to meet Joey. Master Si?”

Knight Weber nodded reservedly and said: “If the time is right, I will arrange it.”

Earl Evan also encouraged again: “Mr. Arnold, if you need financial support, the Saint-President family may be able to provide it. A certain amount of help.”

“Thank you so much!” Arnold quickly thanked you.

“But don’t be too happy.” Earl Evan reminded, “The financial help that the St. Pros family can provide is definitely limited. After all, it is difficult for me to convince my father to invest a large amount of money in a company in the north.

What’s more, if you suddenly take out a large amount of funds of unknown origin, I’m afraid it will arouse Count Angele’s vigilance.”

“I understand.” Arnold had regained his fighting spirit at this time and said confidently, “Please, please I believe in my appeal in the northern business community for so many years, how can that young boy Oliver defeat me?”

Count Evan also laughed in agreement: “Haha! I think so too, Count Angele is indeed wrong. People!”

After getting to the point, Arnold immediately extended an invitation and said: “Your Majesty, are you free to taste the fine wines I have collected now?”

Earl Evan’s eyes lit up and he nodded repeatedly: “Okay! I believe you will. You won’t let me down!”