In the dark and quiet office of Blackhammer Castle, the old butler Muros was working hard, immersed in reviewing documents. A meter of sunlight came in through the gap in the window and shone on the old butler's face. After reviewing the documents, he suddenly raised his head, Roberts
I saw that wrinkled old face. He seemed to be older than two months ago. He was as old as a candle that was about to burn out. He was still devoting his last light and heat to this world and this castle.
.
"How is it? This trip to sea has achieved great results, right?"
The old butler Muros raised his head and asked with a smile.
"Well, it's not bad. We trade some textiles, wine, and ceramics. Some high-end ceramics from the empire are gradually gaining sales here."
Roberts said. His tone was still respectful and sincere, not only out of respect for the old butler, but also out of loyalty to Rhodes. After all, Muros is Rhodes' manager at Black Hammer Castle. Listen.
He just listened to Rhodes, at least until the Lord of Blackhammer Castle returned.
"The profits are good, right?"
The old butler Muros then asked with a smile.
"Haha, it's not bad. Three times the profit, and those wines have seven times the profit. The profit on textiles is less, and ceramics, generally, about two to three times the profit. On average, there are three times the profit.
.”
Roberts replied with a smile.
"That's good. A better life for you is Lord Rhodes's greatest wish."
Muros said, getting up from the office chair. He was a little unsteady when walking. The servant wanted to help him, but was refused. He just waved his hand to indicate that he could do it.
Roberts hurriedly stepped forward. He was a little embarrassed. He didn't know whether he should help the old housekeeper or let him go by himself. After all, he had just refused the servant's help.
In the end, Roberts let Muros come over on his own.
"Bring me two pots of tea."
Muros gave the order to the servant. The servant quickly followed the order and left.
The two people were left quiet in the office.
"grown ups……"
Roberts was a little uneasy. Muros would not come to him for no reason. He must have something to say, and it seemed that this matter was still very important. Otherwise, he would not be the only one in the room. In the past, Muros was always surrounded by people.
It's full of people. This time, I arrange to visit alone. Something will definitely happen...
"Don't call me sir, I don't have a title."
Muros reiterated with a smile.
"Well, okay...you asked me to come, do you have something to explain?"
Roberts finally couldn't help but be curious and took the initiative to ask questions.
"Indeed, something happened, something big..."
Muros said, his face a little dark.
"Captain Roberts, let me ask you something."
"You say."
"How did Lord Rhodes treat you before?"
"Very good... He is kind and generous. Without him, I wouldn't be where I am today."
Roberts answered seriously. He felt that something was wrong with the atmosphere, but he still answered the old butler's question seriously.
"Okay, then if Lord Rhodes is in trouble, will you be willing to help him at all costs?"
The old housekeeper continued to ask questions.
"of course……"
Roberts answered immediately, but his heart became more and more uneasy and uneasy.
"Okay." Muros swallowed and continued, "Here's the thing, we are in big trouble. Lahem Dyeing continues to expand the scale of trade and has monopolized the fur trade, and now it has begun to get involved in the arms trade.
Even some soldiers in the castle were bribed by him. This man should not have been allowed in in the first place. Alas, now, I want to control him, but I can't. Because there is no evidence, Virgil has nothing to do with him.
Rhodes is still outside, and I don’t know when the rebellion will end..."
"Then...what can I do to help? I mean, what do you want me to do?"
Roberts asked respectfully, but he had mixed feelings in his heart. He knew what kind of person Laheim was. He had done business with this aristocratic businessman, and his methods and scheming made people shudder. In just a short time, he could
He is definitely not an ordinary person who monopolizes a certain industry in a place within a year and spreads his network of connections to the army. Although there is some element of his wealth behind it. But if this person is not ruthless and cunning enough,
It is inevitable that we will not be able to do what we are doing today.
The meaning of the old butler Muros is actually very clear. He wants to help him deal with Laheim. However, he is just a captain. Although he is considered a wealthy man in the land of Blackhammer Castle, he is more ruthless and rich than others.
Laheim himself is still far behind.
"Raheim often comes to you to run ships. You know his goods best. I hope you can help me collect evidence that he smuggles arms. Once I have the evidence, I can take him down. Otherwise, even if Virgil controls the army
, I can’t do anything to him.”
Muros said in a low voice.
"But Laheim has his own ship, and he also has long-term partners in the empire. In fact, most of the goods he ships to me are serious goods." Roberts' heart was beating hard. He knew that the old butler Mu
Ross wanted to take action against the largest nobleman in Blackhammer Castle. However, this was not a trivial matter. Roberts knew that he could not offend no matter who he was. "I mean, he doesn't trust me very much."
"But there is always a time to trust you once or twice. At that time, it is time for you to seize the evidence. We need to bring him to justice. I have here the original contract developed by Laheim and Rhodes. Inside.
It is clearly stipulated which industries he cannot touch and which industries must follow the regulations. However, this guy only started to do things by the rules for half a year. As long as there is direct evidence, I can publicly deport him and confiscate his
property."
Muros' words were filled with anger.
Roberts rarely saw the old butler with an angry look on his face. In the past, Muros always appeared in front of everyone with a kind and honest image. But now, some things have made him unable to control. Roberts wanted to say, if it doesn't work, please hire someone.
Wouldn't it be enough for the assassin to assassinate Laheim? But he couldn't ask. He knew that with Rhodes' actions, he wouldn't do this. Otherwise, who would dare to invest in the territory of Blackhammer Castle in the future? Or maybe, when Rhodes
When Lord De comes back, he will have his own methods. But the problem now is that he doesn't seem to be able to come back for a while.
"I...I'll try my best..."
Roberts returned in a low voice. Although he was very reluctant to accept this mission in his heart, after all, he was not a professional spy. There was still a risk in this kind of thing. If someone from Laheim got into the boat... you know,
This nobleman from Erengrad is not that simple. Since he wants to choose who to cooperate with, he must be wary. Ordinary people will leave themselves a way out when doing things, let alone people like him...