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Chapter 95

  • Pearl slowly nodded, thinking about his words. Viscount Tom West gave two books to Alex and said, “I am in charge of your interests in'The Galtian Khaganat' and my wife is in charge of the'Kingdom of Bouria'. Don' t worry, I didn't look at her book and we never discussed the contents of it, as you asked me long ago." Alex glanced at the several pages and stopped on the page with the projects. "Shipping routes between'Olkapachi' , Bouria, and the Khaganat? Is that really needed, considering you can go by caravan to those countries?" "My wife convinced me otherwise. With ships, there won't be a need for so many expenses with paid escorts because Monsters never attack from the water. Most of the time, when a Magical Void appears in the sky with an ocean underneath,the Monsters drown when they fall into the water. The few that survive never board a ship because they are killed while they are still trying not to sink. There's another reason as well. Ships provide more storage space, and one ship can transport tonnes of products that would be a headache to transport with a long-course caravan." Alex looked at the last page with his money in both countries and closed the books. "That's a good idea indeed. Say thanks to your wife on my behalf." The King delivered his book while saying, “As you know, I am in charge of the countries up North,'Kabaria','Elaria','Feltashia', and'Wenland'. I visited all of them and had a few meetings with Merchants and Nobles that had some interesting products in their lands. My book has a list with the contacts, the products,shipping expenses, and quantities they can send to us. I also visited the alliance countries in the West,'Nebonlad' and the'Kingdom of Saihia'. It was Earl Kayden that used to take care of those two countries, and with his death , we may need to choose who will inherit them." Viscount Tom and Viscount Finley raised their hands at the same time, and Alex said, "We have one volunteer for each country. That's good. I suppose'Saihia' can go to Viscount Tom?'Nebonlad' to Viscount Finley? Does everyone agree? Okay, that's settled. There is also another matter that we must discuss. With Miss Olive travelling with me and having to be with Ghar at all times, I will lose one keeper. Perhaps it's about time we gave an opportunity to Viscount Tom's oldest daughter,Considering she is such a huge help to him?" The Viscount slowly nodded. "I think she is ready. If needed, her husband helps her, as usual. He has proven to be very loyal and reliable over the years." The King looked at him with a serious expression. “He knows how serious this kind of responsibility is and what it represents for our country?” “Yes, he is also aware of that, like my daughter. They both know secrecy is essential, and they won't betray Alex or our country. They won't fail us, don't worry. In fact, they never did until now, and they already take care of a lot of facilities and businesses." The King placed both arms on the table, staring at his book. He then lifted his head and asked, “Alex, what about the others that came with you? Gabriel, James,and Bethany? Do you think they can be trusted with any of this? Because I am not getting any younger, you must think of a replacement for me. The same goes for the Viscounts. Earl Kayden's death created a hole, but we can take care of what he handled until recently. When I die, I don't want to leave you in a situation where you would have to search for another keeper in a hurry. There are also the other daughters of Viscount Tom that are already learning and doing a splendid job with the facilities they take care of, but a whole foreign country? That's maybe too much for them right now or any time soon." "I am not sure if Mister James or Miss Bethany want to do such a thing. As for Mister Gabriel, I don't see him taking care of anything serious. I would trust Ghar more than him, actually.I guess I can talk with them and see what they think about leaving the dangerous work of an Adventurer and settling in Beliersia. They can also settle in Bouria and take care of things there, helping Viscount Tom's wife and learning with her, so that they can be in charge of another country when they are ready. Ever since I started to travel with them, I have gotten the feeling that Mister James and Miss Bethany only work as Adventurers because it's a job, and a well-paid one. As for Mister Gabriel, I think he does it for the thrill." Anika interrupted. "I think they will help you. The life of an Adventurer is very dangerous. That's why the pay is so high in some Quests. I could bet that any of them would gladly accept a job offer from you if that would grant them good pay and security. I know Bethany wants to have children,but our line of work stops her from thinking about children at the moment." Alex raised one eyebrow. "You are saying that if I offer them a job, they will gladly accept?" "I believe so. Maybe not this kind of responsibility right from the start, like being in charge of an entire country, but perhaps a facility, or a vineyard, for them to learn. The same goes for me. I would like to help you manage your several businesses, but I prefer to start slow and low, with just a small facility. As I learn, you can give me more things to take care of. I may need your help or your keepers to teach me, but I think I can manage." Alex looked at the other two women, who were also nodding with a serious face, and he made a slight smile. "I knew I wasn't wrong in choosing you. I also have Okami, Shinatobe, Suijin,and Kagu to help me, but they never did anything like this until now. Mostly because I never asked them, because they already have a lot of work with the Spirits and the Magic in this World, but I bet they have a few children that can help me if I ask like Miss Olive helped Earl Kayden." Wenammy timidly raised her right hand. "I also have a lot of sisters that can help you. I bet Anika has even more than me..." While Anika was nodding , Pearl shrugged. “I don't have many sisters or brothers, but they can also help you. Although they care less about money than I do, I know they would appreciate the responsibility. Alex, perhaps you can tell us what your plans are to spread your methods for the lands to the other countries,together with the plans for each country that was on the last pages of those books? Just for us to get a general idea of what you are aiming for, and to see how we can help." The rest of the morning was all about Alex's plans for the future, to be sure that the other countries could feed their populations and the Orcs that could settle in Azurath if they were convinced that they could live in peace. It would be necessary to find an area where they could make a country, but there were plenty of big islands in Azurath with no settlement from any race, especially in the East, a few kilometres from the shores of the'Kingdom of Bouria'. When Alex called an end to the meeting, Pearl grabbed Alex's right arm and Wenammy was on the other. As he stared at Pearl, wondering what was that all about, she said, “Our day starts now.Since we are going to start our voyage back to Bouria today, you will travel next to us for the entire day, and Okami will be in charge of creating a shelter just for us three at night, and another shelter for the others. Our shelter will need an enormous bed, of course, but I can take care of that unless you don't like to sleep on a bed made of branches and soft leaves." Alex gulped when he noticed the kinky smile in Pearl and the red face of Wenammy. The King overheard Pearl, and he sneakily approached Alex and punched him in the head. "I am really, really starting to hate you, you lucky brat! It's better if you don't ruin the sweet life these three women are willing to give you, or I will slice you in two!" Alex rubbed his head and went out of the room with the smiling pair,while the Viscounts were laughing and the King was showing Alex his fist. Anika slowly got up and mumbled while carefully rubbing her butt cheeks and breasts. "I am still sore. .. Damn, it was a fun night, but it will take a while for the pain in my lower half to subside... not to mention my breasts and nipples..." When Alex entered the dining room, Sara was there, happily chatting with Shinatobe and Kagu-tsuchi. Shinatobe looked at him and frowned when she noticed the two women near him, but she didn't say a word. Sara waved at Alex, and she almost shouted with excitement, “Earl Alex, I had a lot of fun! I duelled so much! I never knew that using my Magic could be this much fun, and I learned a lot from your mages! They didn't stop teaching me Spells and what I could do with Earth Magic! I need to practise a lot,but I will get better!" "I am glad that you had so much fun, Sara. It's better if you try to calm down, you are overly excited, and you are glowing with Magic." While Alex was pulling a chair for his three smiling women, Sara closed her eyes and took a couple of deep breaths. She stopped glowing, and Viscount Tom smiled in approval. “You are becoming faster at controlling your Magic, Sara. I know a certain Earl that used to blow up a room when his Magic got out of control, even with me threatening him I would punch him!" Sara opened her eyes and gave a big smile. While the servants were bringing the wine, Alex looked around and said, “Mister James, Mister Gabriel , Miss Bethany, and Ghar. I have a question for you all. As you know, I have several facilities, lands, and businesses. Until now, King Otto, Viscount Finley,Viscount Tom, and Miss Olive have been taking care of most of them, because it was too much for me to handle. Until recently, Earl Kayden was also helping me. We had a meeting moments ago about my several businesses and interests, and the King called my attention to the fact that I may need other helpers in the future. What do you say if, after I take care of a few things in Bouria and try to find out more about a very suspicious group, we return here? In other words, I am offering all of you a job.I will give you a facility to manage so that you learn the basics, and with time, I will give you more responsibilities. This comes with a good life, good pay, and a very promising future.I need to point out that your job will be very important to Beliersia and the alliance because I have a few projects that will surely grant a better life for many people." James Macdonald gasped, and Bethany Mathews covered her mouth with both hands. Gabriel Dawson frowned, and Ghar said, “I am not sure if I am a good choice. I never took care of anything except me and my younger brothers and sisters. Olive already told me a lot about her work for you, and if I did some of that, it would definitely grant me the right to put a few marks on my swords to please the Gods. I may need help to learn, but even with that, I would fear I would make a blunder." Alex gave a slight smile. "I am counting on you to make sure that Mister Gabriel doesn't make a blunder. I never even considered that you would make one."Gabriel had his mouth wide open. "Hey, what do you mean by that? I am not prone to mistakes very often!" "Well, you must agree with me that you don't take anything seriously, except your work as an Adventurer . And even with that, you sometimes have more fun than I would have if I were in your shoes! I could be wrong, but you don't seem like the type that could settle for a job managing other things except for travel and adventure ." "Well... I would have agreed with you some time ago, but lately, I am thinking about settling down and enjoying life..." Alex noticed that he glanced at Ghar, who smiled and turned bright red. Alex pretended not to see anything, and continued, "If you want to try, I don't see a problem. Think about it. I don't need an answer right now,but I would be very happy if you all accepted." James Macdonald glanced at Bethany and after seeing her smile, he said, "I suppose Bethany and I could try, but if we fail or if we find it too difficult to be in charge of something like a vineyard or a distillery, can we choose a simpler thing?" "You could, but I expect you to begin with just one facility and learn how to take care of more things. I have so many in several countries that it's impossible for me alone to take care of everything." James Macdonald gulped and asked, "Several countries, you say? And... how much would be the pay?" "Enough for having a good life in a manor with plenty of servants to fulfil your every need. As long as you do a good job, your wealth and good life will keep on improving." "That's...indeed an excellent offer...I am not sure if we are the right people for that... but we will do our best..." Alex gave a slight smile. "That's just what I want. As long as you do your best, I can't demand anything more. Don't give me an answer right now, Mister James. Think very well, talk with your Party and decide. Wenammy, Pearl, and Anika already told me they want to live with me and help, and I would also like it if you four joined us." Bethany Mathews spoke with her eyes shining, "I can... settle down... and have children... and... Yeah, sounds like a wonderful idea indeed. The life of an Adventurer is full of dangers, and James and I just do this to pay the bills and save money to have a family. Stopping risking our lives, it's like... a dream come true... "Then Alex raised his cup and exclaimed,"To a dream come true, then!"
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