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In the Mountain Territory, Hudson, who had just returned from Beda City, was surrounded by a group of small nobles who came after hearing the news.

The "repayment tax" has been implemented. No matter how much it is assessed, it is not a pleasant thing to have to pay from your own pocket, not to mention that it is still over-assessed.

"Earl, we can't continue to let the governor do whatever he wants. This time, we have to bear a full 40% more of the repayment tax distribution.

This matter did not go through the provincial aristocratic council, and was entirely done by the governor alone. As long as the earl is willing to take the lead, we will definitely be able to veto this illegal resolution at the meeting!

Having facilitated this matter, His Excellency the Earl is our great benefactor, and the next Governor..."

Seeing the old man's spitting performance, Hudson silently released the magic shield for himself.

You also have to make a draft to deceive people!

In theory, there is no problem in vetoing the governor's resolution in the provincial aristocratic assembly. But the key to the problem this time is not only Governor Pierce, but also the high-level meeting in the royal capital.

At that time, the opposition at the meeting was only symbolic. How could Hudson make trouble at this time and openly overturn the decision made at the Royal Capital meeting.

No one likes unruly people. If he really did something that broke political rules, let alone competing for the next governor, it would be difficult for him to gain a foothold in the circle of the great aristocracy.

It is not worth risking your political life for the benefit of a group of outsiders.

"Baron Leslie, it's a done deal now, and it's too late to talk about this. Of the fifteen county governors in the province, I am the only one who openly opposes it, and I can't change the overall situation at all.

If you are not satisfied with your share of the repayment tax, you can appeal to the county governor's office or the governor's office, or initiate an impeachment with the provincial noble assembly! "

Hudson said perfunctorily.

If the appeal is effective, there is no need for everyone to gather here. As a major tax-paying province, it is not surprising that the southeastern provinces bear a high proportion, but there must be a limit.

According to convention, the "repayment tax" shared by the southeastern provinces should not exceed 10%, but this time it was increased to 14%.

In the past, if you paid more money and food on the basis of the normal proportion, you would get certain compensation in other aspects, but this time there was not even a hair in the victory.

The big nobles will pay a big share of the extra apportionment, but this "big share" is also relative to the total number. If you break it down and take a closer look, you will find that the reality is completely opposite to the theory.

Under the traditional tax package system, tax collection is carried out from top to bottom. The governor and local governors are the specific executors, and the small nobles who lack sufficient voice will definitely bear the heaviest taxes.

The most fundamental reason why everyone went to the Mountain Territory was that they neither wanted to spend more money, nor dared to openly challenge the Dalton family.

"Your Majesty, we want to initiate impeachment, but we lack a reputable leader.

If you are willing to take the lead, we will definitely be able to..."

Seeing the elderly Baron Leslie performing hard, Hudson shook his head secretly. Typical thinking of a young noble, who has not yet seen the situation clearly.

What Earl Pierce did was to kill multiple birds with one stone.

By betraying the interests of the small nobles at this moment, he not only won over several middle-level nobles in the province, gaining an advantage in the competition with the Koslow family; he also laid the foundation for his family's expansion in the next few decades.

Under the rules system, if the small nobles do not decline, how can everyone expand their fiefdoms?

The huge territory that the Dalton family now owns did not fall from the sky, let alone be conferred by the king at once, but was acquired through countless land annexations.

At this time, if Hudson showed up publicly, he would offend not only the Dalton family, but also a group of middle-level nobles in the province, as well as some powerful and ambitious small nobles.

What's more, the Dalton family's play is also profitable for Hudson.

The disgrace of nobles is not accomplished in a day or two, but is a long-term process. During this period, in order to fill the hole, various erotic operations were performed.

Don't expect to get many treasures, it's always okay to buy some serfs to replenish the population of the territory.

If you are lucky, you can also recruit some talents. Taking over other people's property is a life-and-death feud that will never end.

As long as he is guided, it is completely reasonable for these losers to defect to him, the hostile force of the Dalton family, for revenge and to revive their family business.

The earth is dead, but people are alive. If the fiefdom cannot be moved, can the people on the fiefdom not be moved?

Had he not made a plan in his mind, Hudson would not have bothered to talk nonsense with this group of people here. I really thought that the threshold of his Earl's Mansion was low and anyone could come in!

"Baron Leslie, that's it for today. It's been a long journey, and now I'm going to rest.

Nelson, arrange a banquet tonight to entertain all of your distinguished guests! "

After saying that, Hudson turned around and left. Such disrespectful behavior made Baron Leslie lose his temper.

Today I am here to seek help from others, not to offend others. It doesn't matter if the big nobles are arrogant and willful, but the small nobles must not be ignorant of propriety.

Fortunately, Hudson didn't get things done after all. Although he left, he left Nelson behind to take charge of the reception. The earl's brother came to receive them, and the etiquette was absolutely impeccable.

…

Back in the inner courtyard, seeing Melissa's pregnant belly, Hudson immediately put on a smile and greeted her.

I left for three months, and there were very few letters during the process. If it had been in my previous life, there would have been a quarrel, but now the hospital is extremely harmonious.

Before he could speak, Hudson was confused. A person who shouldn't be there appears here.

Looking at Melissa and Isabel talking and laughing, he always felt that something was wrong with the painting style. When a wife and her lover collide, it is a proper Shura field. If they don’t fight, they are considered well-mannered.

"How's it going? Did your trip to the royal capital go smoothly?"

Melissa's words brought Hudson back from his surprise.

"We encountered a little trouble, but overall it went smoothly. What are you two doing?"

As soon as he asked the question, Hudson secretly cursed himself for being stupid. Just pretend you don’t know anything, how can you take the initiative to bring up this topic?

"Isn't it all your fault? Now I'm taking care of it for you, why aren't you happy?"

Melissa said rolling her eyes.

Frankly speaking, she is still very satisfied with her current life. Hudson's moral integrity was much higher than she expected.

Except for Isabel, the lover, there seems to be no fault. But for a young nobleman, this was not a problem at all.

Originally, she was mentally prepared that when Hudson returned from his trip to the royal capital, there would be another group of warblers in the mansion, but in the end nothing happened.

"I'm happy, how can I not be happy!"

Hudson responded hastily.

Mix it together, just mix it together. Isabel is not a cheap person, and Melissa is not a fool.

When it comes to grasping people's hearts, especially men's hearts, Isabel is definitely better; but if it comes to playing tricks, I'm afraid the three of her combined are no match for Melissa.

Aristocratic education is not just book knowledge and etiquette, but also practical methods, which also includes fights in the back house. The larger the noble, the stricter the education in this area.

"Political marriage" is a good marriage between two people. If we don't have the means, how can we ensure that the marriage can play a substantial role?

Through coaxing and deceiving, Hudson finally figured out the whole story.

While he was away, Isabel took the initiative to find Melissa and promised her that she would not give birth to a child for Hudson within ten years.

This promise is almost nothing. Isabel, who pursues strength, has no intention of having children now.

The golden period of knight training is only a few decades. If you want to go to a higher realm to see the scenery, naturally you can't waste time.

Anyway, she is a lover, not a mistress, so there is no pressure to give birth. Even if you never have children, no one will talk about it.

Instead of worrying every day, it is better to go directly to the door to show off your cards and show that you are not a threat. Don't let someone kill you one day without knowing how.

Isabel is not an ignorant master, and she will not foolishly think that with the protection of Hudson, she will really have peace of mind.

As a hostess, Melissa has a lot of resources at her disposal. If you really want to kill her, there are plenty of ways.

Of course, Hudson didn't know if there was another story behind this, and he didn't want to know. As long as the outcome is good, the process is often not that important.

…

I had a drink at noon and slept until midnight. I hurriedly coded a chapter and deleted it, and this was all that was left.

I'll give it first, and if it's not enough, I'll make up for it later.