Fantasy Lord: Beginning with Daily Intelligence

Chapter 568 - 329: The Turbulent Kingdom, Farewell to Marquis Engel (Part 2)

Especially now, the Dressrosa Territory also needs to expand, making this situation even more pressing.

As a result, Marquis Engel is even offering him a hundred thousand people.

"Yes, a hundred thousand."

Marquis Engel nodded, answering seriously.

"Father, won’t this affect the development of your territory?"

Thor frowned. Although he needed a large population, he wouldn’t want it to negatively impact the Dressrosa Territory.

"Don’t worry, these people are not from my territory, they’re from other territories!"

Marquis Engel smiled as he spoke.

"Citizens from other territories?"

Thor was even more puzzled.

"Yes, citizens from other territories!"

"Thor, during these days you’ve been in the Northern Province, you might not have noticed some of the issues currently arising in the Kingdom."

Marquis Engel sighed softly and began to speak.

Faced with his father’s words, Thor did not interrupt but listened carefully instead.

"The Kingdom War resulted in heavy losses this time, something you should be aware of. Overall, the nobility of the Kingdom lost more than forty percent, and the higher-ranking nobility lost an even more astounding sixty percent. This means that out of ten Counts, at least six were lost, possibly even seven. The foundation of the Kingdom lies with these Counts, and their fall has directly led to a significant void in various large provinces. Some Viscounts, Barons, and even participating Counts are eagerly eyeing opportunities. The Frost Moon Province is relatively stable, but the Xiyue Province, the Nanyue Province, and several other small provinces have experienced significant upheaval in recent months."

"A vast number of nobles have begun slaughtering each other, fighting for power, and territories have started to fall apart on a large scale, resulting in many Free People becoming refugees. Over this period, even without taking any action, more than two hundred thousand refugees have already flooded into my territory."

Marquis Engel spoke with a sigh.

While this was beneficial for him, Marquis Engel also sensed a crisis within it.

The destruction of order undoubtedly inflicts the greatest harm on the nobility.

Moreover, Marquis Engel felt that the problem within was not trivial.

"Is it that severe?"

"Isn’t the Kingdom taking any action?"

Listening to his father’s narrative, Thor couldn’t help but raise an eyebrow and asked with doubt.

"I’m not sure. At least for now, the Kingdom doesn’t have the power to intervene."

Marquis Engel was equally puzzled.

While the Kingdom generally maintains a laissez-faire approach to the lower nobility,

it does so as long as the situation does not become excessive.

In this current situation, things have grown quite severe, and it’s very likely that the Kingdom might intervene.

But surprisingly, it hasn’t.

"This!"

Involuntarily speaking, Thor couldn’t help but slightly frown.

"Alright, these are not something we need to worry about right now. The Frost Moon Province is still alright, and with you in the Northern Province, I don’t think any nobles will get any ideas. This upheaval might even help us fill a substantial number of people."

Marquis Engel said with a smile.

Although he had his concerns, he couldn’t deny that this was indeed beneficial for Thor, who was currently expanding.

"That makes sense."

"But Father, I plan to go on a long journey for some time, leaving only Reine in the territory. If you have time later, please look after him."

Thor nodded, deciding not to dwell on it anymore.

But after thinking about it, he added a sentence.

"A long journey?"

"Where are you planning to go?"

Marquis Engel was taken aback, showing a hint of confusion.

"I plan to visit the Natural Forest, and it might take a year to make the round trip."

Thor nodded and explained.

"The Natural Forest?"

"Is it for that Elf?"

Marquis Engel suddenly thought of something and asked in surprise.

Thor nodded slightly.

"Thor, you should be aware that the Natural Forest is not a short distance, and there could be many dangers along the way."

Marquis Engel hesitated for a moment but couldn’t help but speak.

"I know, but I believe I can handle it, Father."

Thor nodded slightly.

Listening to Thor’s words, Marquis Engel deeply looked at him and then let out a long sigh.

"It seems you’ve already made up your mind!"

His words carried a sigh.

Over the years, Marquis Engel knew well that his son was extremely determined, and his decisions usually couldn’t be overturned. This time, it was clearly the same.

"Thank you, Father!"

Thor smiled and nodded.

"Thank me for what?"

"I’ll say this now: I agree to your journey, but first you must let me assess your strength. If you can’t pass the test, then obediently return to the Northern Province!"

Marquis Engel spoke with feigned anger.

"Hahaha, I certainly won’t disappoint you, Father."

Thor smiled and nodded.

At the training ground.

A sparring match began quickly.

Even though Thor didn’t unleash his full strength, it was apparent that his strength exceeded that of Marquis Engel.

In the end, after failing to overpower Thor despite prolonged efforts, Marquis Engel had to give up with a sense of resignation.

"You rascal, your abilities might be on par with the Holy Sanctuary already!"

"I really don’t know how you’ve been training."

Marquis Engel couldn’t help but remark.

"Hahaha, Father, I’m still some distance from reaching the Holy Sanctuary, but I should have no problem with being a Half-Step Sanctuary."

Thor laughed as he spoke, his mind involuntarily recalling a previous battle against a phantom projection at the Canaan Academy.

He possessed a certain "self-awareness" regarding his own strength.

"Alright, let’s go eat first. There are some things I want to tell you later. There are a few Kingdoms you’ll need to traverse, and I know something about them."

Marquis Engel spoke with feigned annoyance.

"Yes!"

Thor nodded.

The two of them then entered the dining hall.

An hour later.

After the meal.

Thor was summoned by Marquis Engel to the study.

In the study.

Soon, only the father and son remained.

Marquis Engel’s expression took on a solemn tone.

"Thor, you should know about the seven Kingdoms you’ll have to pass through on this journey!"

Engle hesitated for a moment before softly asking.

"Yes, Father, they are the Raymond Kingdom, the Black Rider Kingdom, the Sarca Kingdom, the Cersei Kingdom, the Gray Wolf Kingdom, the Unicorn Kingdom, and the Macedonian Kingdom."

Thor nodded slightly.

"Yes, those seven Kingdoms. Among these, I’m more familiar with the Black Rider Kingdom, the Raymond Kingdom, the Sarca Kingdom, and the Macedonian Kingdom. As for the Cersei Kingdom, the Gray Wolf Kingdom, and the Unicorn Kingdom, I don’t know much about them. My main focus for you is on the Sarca Kingdom and the Macedonian Kingdom. As for the Raymond Kingdom and the Black Rider Kingdom, these two Kingdoms aren’t particularly powerful, and there’s no need for concern when compared to our Tulip Kingdom or even the Blazing Kingdom."

Marquis Engel spoke slowly.

Despite his father’s words, Thor couldn’t help but adopt a serious demeanor.

Although he had daily intelligence reports, he naturally wouldn’t mind obtaining more information.