446: Chapter 62, Creating Opportunities_4 446: Chapter 62, Creating Opportunities_4 Beyond a grand name, real weight is entirely determined by the position one holds within the kingdom.
Cheapskate he may be, but Caesar III was never reluctant to win hearts with costless gifts.
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In the Mountain Domain, upon receiving the news from the capital, Baron Redman could no longer maintain his composure.
To be precise, the entire Koslow family was stirred up.
Everyone was initially worried about the expedition to the Moxi Duchy, but in the face of successive victories, everything changed.
Their confidence in Hudson suddenly ballooned to an incredible level.
Indeed, a “crisis” exists, but while the “danger” is for others, the “opportunity” lies with the Koslow family.
Given the current situation, Baron Redman could not help but fantasize about the grand scene of the Koslow family stepping into the ranks of Major Nobles.
Zealously receiving each visitor, even though he knew they all came with motives, Baron Redman was tireless.
Having many friends provides many routes, even if most of these people aren’t worth befriending, as long as one can be of use, it would not be a loss.
He does not expect them to help much; as long as they do not interfere at critical moments, it would be enough.
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In Qiaomu County, Viscount Orlan who received the news had mixed feelings.
Decisively choosing a son-in-law with great potential should have been a good thing.
But the problem is that this son-in-law has shown exceedingly outstanding capabilities, and the initial ally relationship might become a rivalry soon.
The Hollis family, which has accumulated strength for many years, is planning to seize the opportunity to return to the ranks of Major Nobles.
Relying on Hudson’s eruption, the Koslow family, despite its shallow foundation, also displayed the strength to challenge the Major Nobles.
In this era of ‘a carrot for a hole’, a trivial misstep could turn the two families from being relatives to rivals.
As for both families to ascend simultaneously, overcoming the ranks of the Major Nobles together, that probability is exceedingly slim.
Viscount Orlan, gazing fondly at his daughter, could only comfort himself that their two families won’t clash.
“Father, is there a problem with this battle report?”
Melissa, sensing something odd, asked in puzzlement.
She clearly remembered her father boasting about his eye for selecting sons-in-law when they received the last two reports about Hudson’s victories.
“Nothing, Hudson just performed too remarkably.
Just a bit surprised, it’s difficult to accept!”
Viscount Orlan tried to explain.
Unfortunately, this kind of perfunctory answer was instantly seen through by Melissa.
She knew Viscount Orlan too well after living together for so many years.
If it was just a surprise, he wouldn’t be frowning so deeply.
Melissa vaguely thought of something and asked uncertainly:
“Does the rise of Hudson conflict with the family’s interests?
Between our two families, there are several counties.
Even if there was a conflict, it would not be the core interests.
Unless…”
Suddenly, Melissa’s expression dimmed.
Issues involving the core strategy between two major clans couldn’t be resolved with just a few words.
If both families were to confront each other over interests in the future, her situation would be somewhat awkward.
However, such situations are commonplace in the noble circle, and if encountered, one would just have to endure.
“Alright, Melissa.
Things are not as bad as you imagine.
This is only the worst possible scenario.
It won’t necessarily happen.
No matter how the situation develops, your marriage will not be affected.
The Koslow family lacks depth and Hudson is a clever man, so he definitely won’t tarnish his reputation with major blots.
Moreover, anything can happen in war.
The Flowing Wind Family is already out, and in the future, more families will drop out.
As long as there are enough declining Major Nobles, enough opportunities will arise, and our two families will not face each other because of it.”
After hearing Viscount Orlan’s explanation, Melissa hesitated: “Father, perhaps we should write a letter to warn Hudson.
As the Chief Commander of the Expeditionary Army, and with the consecutive victories he has been achieving, he should have a high status in the army.
Even though he is far away in Moxi Duchy at the moment, when the time comes for a major counterattack, there is a high chance of the forces reuniting.
If manipulated intentionally, a few more accidents could be created…”
But she swallowed her words.
Such undermining actions clearly contradict the spirit of nobility.
Looking at his daughter, Viscount Orlan said with a touch of relief, “Melissa, you’ve finally grown up.”
The world of the nobility is cruel, and the naive would be lucky to last three episodes.