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"Master, the eldest young master and the second young master are here."

Hearing the servant's ambiguous words, Hudson almost thought that two sons had popped up. Then he realized that the "eldest young master and second young master" he mentioned should be his brothers.

Such messy names are most likely due to habit. After all, it was always called that when I was in my hometown.

However, after arriving in the Mountain Territory, Hudson was automatically upgraded to Master, and the servant obviously still followed his innermost habits in addressing the two brothers.

He doesn't have the time to care about so much, and his brain is not functioning properly. Otherwise, how could he be a servant?

If he really had any intelligence, he would have been promoted to a more important position long ago based on his years of working with Hudson.

"Arrange the reception first, I'll go over after washing up."

Hudson said happily.

This kind of joy that comes from the depths of my heart seems to be an instinct. In the memory left by the original owner, both brothers took good care of him.

As an heir, Hudson is not averse to these feelings. After all, humans are social creatures. If we really didn’t have any feelings at all, then life would be too tiring.

If I hadn't been a little hesitant in my heart and didn't know how to face it, I might have rushed over to meet him without even needing to cleanse myself.

My brothers don't actually need to pay so much attention to etiquette. As long as no outsiders are present, it doesn't really matter whether it's rude or not.

After quickly completing the cleanup, Hudson also adjusted his mentality. Just follow your heart, there is no need to act too much.

In front of familiar people, the more you cover up, the easier it is to leave flaws. Anyway, we have been separated for several years, and so many things have happened in the meantime. It is normal for some changes to occur.

…

“Nilson, Evola, long time no see!

Last time, my father said that he would write a letter to summon you two to come back. I thought we should have met long ago, but I didn't expect that it has been postponed until now. "

Hudson said with emotion.

It's been three years since we last met, and I have to say that the world of aristocrats is really full of people who gather together but often stay apart.

If the Koslow family hadn't gained so much this time and needed to concentrate their strength to scare the villain, I guess the three brothers still don't know when they would be able to meet each other.

Not to mention thousands of miles away, often hundreds of miles away are two worlds. If there is no important matter, few people will travel hundreds of miles to visit.

Even if there is correspondence, there are very few. After all, the cost of letters these days is also very high. There is no special postal agency, so you can only send people to deliver them yourself.

"It has indeed been some time, but Hudson, you have changed so much!

That day, when I received a letter from my father, I thought it was someone's prank. Who could have imagined that in just three years, a boy who used to be lazy in knight training would suddenly become a famous mountain baron. "

Nelson responded with a smile.

It can be seen that he is happy for Hudson from the bottom of his heart. As the eldest son in the family, the title of baronet has been bound to him since his birth.

According to the inheritance law of the Alpha Kingdom, as long as Nelson himself does not commit suicide and is not a practicing idiot, he can successfully inherit the title.

Born with a golden key in his mouth, there is no need to be jealous. It is good for everyone if the brothers are capable and the family strength continues to grow.

In this regard, Nelson undoubtedly set a good example and laid the foundation of "brothers, friends, and respect" in the family.

In his memory, Hudson's knight training since childhood was all completed under the supervision of this brother. To put it simply, he was beaten frequently.

However, in addition to being strict with his brothers in terms of spiritual practice, they are also very caring in terms of life.

As the eldest son in the family and the first heir to the Baronet, Nelson obviously had more resources to enjoy. Nielsen often shares these good things.

Even after the stepmother entered the house, the fact that she was able to abide by the rules was actually due to this brother's contribution.

As an heir, you still have many privileges. Servants dared to neglect a second son like Hudson, but they would never dare to offend the heir.

Anyway, in Hudson's memory, his eldest brother warned all the servants in the house before leaving.

Especially those who defected to the Baroness were beaten to the point of paralysis by him. Hemiplegia in the true sense, and in less than a month, he directly met the Lord of the Dawn.

The changes that followed were most likely due to Baron Redman's good intentions. Sons and servants are obviously not on the same level, and unstable elements cannot be kept.

The effect of establishing authority is very obvious. Even after two or three years, the servants in the mansion are still very well-behaved.

Everyone knows that the eldest young master can really kill someone when he is angry. Even if he is a close associate of the baroness, his death will be in vain.

"It's really like this. Nelson has been away from home for three years and I have been away for less than two years. The changes in your boy are really unimaginable.

But Hudson, you are not interesting enough. If we hadn't returned home, we wouldn't have known that so many changes had happened inside.

It's just that you're too soft-hearted, right? Raisul dared to steal your life essence, but you didn't beat him up?

But don't worry, I'm the best at beating up my brother. We told Pastor Quinn that we would not treat the boy. At least he would have to lie down for half a month. "

After hearing Evola's words, Hudson's expression changed, as if he had awakened an unbearable past.

"You have to hit your brother early, otherwise you won't be able to beat him."

This classic line is the shadow of Hudson's childhood. If this guy hadn't always been heartless and his performance in all aspects was mediocre, he would have suspected that he was possessed by some senior.

"That's enough, Evola! If you can't speak, don't speak. No one will treat you as a mute.

Hudson, you did a great job. There is no need to argue with a useless person. We are not from the same world. Ignoring it is the best choice. "

Nelson snapped.

Fighting among your own brothers is not a glorious thing. I was too busy covering it up, so how could I take the initiative to bring it up.

But Hudson still heard the implication. It's just that Raisuer has been abandoned by his family and will probably be sent away when he reaches adulthood.

Most likely Koslow’s last name cannot even be used. After all, a guy who is not even a knight can only bring shame to his family if he goes out in the name of his family.

The reason was very clear to Hudson. It was simply that he had risen too quickly, and family members felt that keeping Laisul was not conducive to family unity.

Of course, it does not rule out that the family's resources are tight and they are unable to support the development of so many children at the same time, so they simply give up the one with the worst character.

It was all Hudson's fault. In order to support the development of the Mountain Territory, Baron Redman also spent a lot of money.

In the early stage, for the sake of the territory, a lot of money was spent on giving gifts and trusting relationships, and the support in the later stage was not interrupted.

None of the serfs who originally followed Hudson went back, and even their family members were sent over. Not only did they give it to people, they also sent hundreds of thousands of pounds of food one after another.

These are not the only increased expenses. The previous tense situation in Wright and Wyton counties also forced various branches of the Koslow family in the province to expand their armaments.

Out of concern for the current situation, Baron Redman also expanded the escort to 500 people. Although the soldiers were all serfs and could save a lot of military pay, military expenses still skyrocketed.

The ever-increasing expenses will inevitably cause a financial strain on the family. Based on Hudson's understanding of Lesoul, this indifferent younger brother probably went to his father to create a negative impression of his presence again.

In addition to other family members playing the role, it is not surprising that Baron Redman, who has many sons, gave up in anger and decided to give up his least effective son.

In a sense, this was also a hole dug by Hudson before leaving home, to create a "idiot" image for Lesoul in front of Baron Redman.

Once the concept is deeply ingrained, any mistakes will be magnified. Over time, the love between father and son is exhausted, and it's time to explode.

"Don't worry, Nelson. Arguing with a fool will only bring us down.

Instead of talking about these bad things, it's rare to get together, let's talk about how you have spent these years. "

Hudson said generously.

This time, he really wasn't prepared to care about it. If you trick someone into losing your noble status, even if you can survive, you will have to spend the rest of your life in torment.

…

In the Maple Leaf Territory, in order to complete the autumn plowing task as soon as possible, Baron Kettle was forced to ask the soldiers to put down their armor and work in the fields with him.

This kind of thing is common throughout the entire Aslant continent. During the slack time, they conduct military training, and during the busy time, they go home to farm.

It is true that there are no military units that are completely 100% independent, but in the end they are only a very small number. Most of the army has a part-time occupation as farmers, and everyone has become accustomed to it.

Looking at the busy scene, Baron Kettle was already immersed in the joy of harvest.

Maple Leaf Territory is full of good fertile fields. The grain output can be 70 to 80% higher than that of the land in Northern Xinjiang. In terms of "profit", one acre can equal several acres.

But soon he was no longer happy. It was just a division of a creek, and the autumn plowing on the opposite side had already been completed. There were only a few scattered women left in the field, holding baskets and sowing seeds.

Happiness is all about comparison. The same is true for cultivated land, and animals cannot be compared to human beings. Even the strongest soldier can't plow the land as well as a horse.

It’s not that Baron Kettle has no horses, but all he has are precious war horses. He can’t let his war horses plow the fields, right?

Although war horses are not completely incapable of plowing, the cost is just a bit high. If he accidentally cripples one of them, he will die from physical pain.

Coming out of the north, the number of war horses in his hands continued to decrease. If the losses continue, I am afraid that the cavalry will eventually become infantry.

After giving up this unreliable idea, Baron Kettle frowned and asked: "Uncle Holman, can't we buy cattle and horses around here?"

Whose land is the one who cares about. According to the current cultivation speed, it would be difficult for Maple Leaf Territory alone to complete cultivation before the seasons change, let alone the enclaves outside.

A season of waste was a loss, and Baron Kettle couldn't bear to see the wealth that should have belonged to him slipping away.

If everyone is the same, then that's it. But it happened that his good neighbor had already completed the cultivation of the territory first.

"Not to mention buying livestock, even if we are leasing livestock, no one is willing to agree. Nowadays, those who have livestock are local nobles. No one will rent them to us even if they offer a big price."

Knight Holman said helplessly.

He really tried his best to find livestock. It is a pity that these means of production are controlled by the nobles and are rarely seen on the market on weekdays, let alone now.

Local nobles can also rely on their personal connections to find solutions from relatives and friends, while outsiders like them are blinded.

There is no use having money, people would rather exchange it for favors than earn their few more gold coins.

"What about the greedy vampire next door? Whose business does he do?"

Baron Kettle asked angrily.

He was deceived when he exchanged people for food with Hudson. Because he could not hand over enough people, Baron Kettle was severely punished by Earl Pierce.

The extra fine far exceeds the value of the food exchanged. Especially when he learned that the Governor's Mansion was selling cheap grain to outsiders, he was even more angry.

There is no use regretting, business is business. No one thought that because of unexpected changes on the mainland, Earl Pierce would use thunderous means to suppress the dispute between the two counties.

According to normal logic, as the lord of the Southeast Province, Earl Pierce only needs to watch the excitement while fueling the fire behind the scenes and watching them fight among themselves.

Even if they want to take action, it will only be after the winner has been determined by all parties. Pick a few big winners and beat them up, and you can look good in front of a bunch of losers.

Errors in judgment caused by poor information allowed Baron Kettle to make a loss-making business. He is willing to admit defeat, and Keterai is not a person who cannot afford to lose.

It would be too embarrassing for him to treat his good neighbor who cheated him with a normal attitude. It's enough to act in front of outsiders, but it would be too tiring to continue pretending in front of your own people.

"I went over and asked in person. Baron Hudson is busy organizing manpower to open up wasteland, and there are no extra animals available for leasing."

Knight Holman's words made Caitley even more envious and jealous. It is difficult for my family to complete their autumn plowing smoothly, but the other side actually has enough time to organize manpower to open up wasteland.

However, it is also true that the area of ​​cultivated land in mountainous areas is small. Just tens of thousands of acres of land on the plains cannot support the tens of thousands of people in the territory.

If you don't want to purchase a large amount of food from the outside world, you can only ask for land from the "big mountains". The continuous Salam Mountains are the land reserve of the Mountain Territory.

Of course, the nobles who are qualified to ask for land from the "mountain" are not only the Hudson family, but also the three nearby knights.

Unfortunately, these three unlucky children have not yet completed the primitive accumulation of capital. The ancestral industries are too busy just to clear up the land, and there is no way to organize manpower to open up wasteland.

"He's really given an advantage! The vast Salam Mountains have become his back garden, and he doesn't even have a single competitor."

Baron Kettle said depressedly.

The territory was their first choice. If he had known that the Salam Mountain Range was a treasure land, he would have grabbed it no matter what! Why did you choose Maple Leaf Town?

It was all the "mountains" that misled him. Although he knew there were mines in the Salam Mountains, considering that he could not be self-sufficient in food and was afraid of being blocked by competitors, he finally chose the rich Maple Leaf Territory.

Of course, if he really chooses the Salam mining area, it is estimated that his territory will only be the mining area.

Although they chose the place first, the power to draw the specific boundaries rested with the Governor-General.

Hudson was able to get a bargain because the Koslow family has many relatives and friends, wide connections, and good early-stage public relations.

If it were Keterai, no one would dare to accept even if they wanted to give gifts. It is considered taking care of him if he is not deliberately targeted, let alone helping him seek benefits.

"Kateley, you don't have to envy them. Counting the days, the family should also have received news about the situation here.

In other respects, it is difficult to provide you with much help. However, the family has no shortage of ordinary orc slaves.

Just say hello to the slave-catching team below and ask them to take him with you the next time they take action.

But can you really tame these orcs into qualified farmers? If domestication fails, all your work will be in vain! "

Knight Holman changed the subject. He didn't want to see his nephew in front of him provoking a strong enemy because of jealousy, which would only destroy him.

"Don't worry, Uncle Holman. Not all orc races are stubborn. There are also many cowardly races.

When I was in the North, I tried to tame them. Although most of them fail, there are also times when they succeed.

If it weren't for being too close to the Orc Empire and everyone was worried about irritating the Orc Empire, I'm afraid orc slaves would have been everywhere in the North.

Don’t forget, the Orc Empire also has agriculture. Even though they grow different crops, it proves that they have the potential to become farmers.

Even if they can't farm, they can still be dragged out to fight without losing everything.

I have a premonition that the conflict between the Kingdom and the Holy See will not break out this time. I estimate that after a year and a half of quarrel, both sides will die down. "

Kaitley said confidently.

Many people get angry when mentioning orcs, thinking that orcs are very powerful. Only those who grew up in the North understand that orcs are actually a group with a very serious upper and lower limit.

A powerful race of orcs, each member's combat prowess is off the charts. For example: the Behemoth clan. Take any adult Behemoth and they are all strong in the mainland.

Weak races, such as ratmen, pigeons, goblins, bunnymen... all of them are as timid as rats, and their fighting ability is not as good as that of ordinary people.

The power of the Orc Empire mainly stems from the power of the five royal families. The countless races below have extremely serious internal strength differences.

If all the orcs were as powerful as the legends say, the Alpha Kingdom would have been destroyed long ago, and it would be impossible to sustain it until now.

"Well, it's okay if you have success in mind. But for those races that are too lazy, there is no need to waste time. Even if they can be domesticated, they are still wasting food."

Knight Holman reminded.

"Don't worry, Uncle Holman. I will pay attention to this aspect. I don't dare to want those wastes that only eat dirt."

As he spoke, Baron Kettle was still a little frightened, as if he had awakened some disgusting memory.

The world's great wonders.

In the orc empire with many races, there are all kinds of chaotic races. After countless years of survival of the fittest, all races have evolved their own way of survival.

There are so many tricks that if you can’t think of them, there’s nothing they can’t do.

Those who make a living by farming and hunting are normal creatures. Those who live on leaves and weeds can only mean that they have retained their original living habits.

But there are always some alternative races that have evolved all kinds of weird talents. For example: You can live by eating soil.