131: Earl of the Stars

Linn looked up and waved his hand; Destiny and ten griffins flew toward a secluded corner above the plaza.

He looked at the aristocratic area and saw his old friend, Viscount Nocturne, who was frantically winking at him.

Linn also saw the new Count Lonsen, Payson's good brother.

Finally, he looked at Count Ellis, who had a sinister expression, with a faint smile.

Linn found an empty seat at a leisurely pace and sat down.

At this moment, everyone's gaze turned to King Olai; the atmosphere was incredibly strange.

King Olai still showed no emotion, "Everyone, please speak freely regarding the matter of Viscount Lynn's territory." King Olai, a Legendary Peak expert, had not yet taken Linn seriously.

But the other nobles dared not think the same. After a moment of silence, Count Ellis was the first to break it, "Your Majesty, the kingdom's laws must not be challenged by anyone. I propose dividing up the territory that Viscount Lynn has conquered."

Marquis Golden Peacock gritted his teeth, "Your Majesty, I agree with Count Ellis. The kingdom's laws must not be challenged."

Linn looked at the two top-tier nobles, both of the Sky level, without a care, as if he were looking at two insects. This was the capital that Destiny had brought him.

"Your Majesty! I feel this matter is rather inappropriate," Duke Nocturne, who had not yet spoken, said, "That piece of land was conquered by Viscount Lynn. Furthermore, the previous kingdom decree summoning nobles to war had already stated that land conquered by oneself belongs to oneself. If Viscount Lynn's territory were to be reclaimed, it would inevitably chill the hearts of many enterprising nobles."

Linn fixed his friendly gaze on this top-tier noble he had long heard of.

A hint of difficulty appeared in King Olai's aged eyes, and he inadvertently glanced at the distant Dragon. Although the power of the three Legendary experts, combined with dozens of magic crystal cannons, would definitely have no trouble defeating the Silver Dragon, who knew what other trump cards this obscure young man might have.

"Duke Nocturne, while what you say is correct, it is not in accordance with the kingdom's laws for a Viscount like Linn to control such a large territory." Count Ellis continued to argue.

At this moment, Linn stood up and spoke calmly, "Your Majesty! My Star Sea Territory has expanded the kingdom's borders and invested all its resources. To want to erase my contributions based solely on a word from Count Ellis is simply too childish."

"Are we not holding an awards ceremony right now? According to the merits previously announced by the kingdom, it would not be excessive for me to receive a Count title, would it?"

The crowd began to whisper and discuss. Viscount Nocturne spoke up from the crowd, "Viscount Lynn is right. Annihilating tens of thousands of the Orc Coalition Army and gaining 30,000 square kilometers of land is indeed not excessive."

As soon as these words were spoken, even Count Ellis was speechless, not knowing how to refute it. At this time, Linn bowed sincerely to King Olai once more.

"I, the Lord of Star Sea Territory, Lynn Star Sea."

Linn had completely changed his surname in front of everyone in the kingdom; from now on, he would stand tall in the kingdom under the name of Star Sea.

"I request Your Majesty to grant me the title of Count, and I shall swear to the god of dawn to be loyal to Your Majesty and the Aulai Kingdom."

As for the oath, Linn had long since stopped taking it seriously. Dolia had already told him that the breath of life would shield him from all his oaths.

Once these words were spoken, even King Olai was moved by Linn's solemn oath. This would mean the kingdom would possess a Legendary Dragon and a young noble with limitless prospects.

King Olai stood up and gestured for Linn to come forward.

Linn walked up to the high platform, neither humble nor pushy.

"Lynn Star Sea, I ask you one more time: will you remain loyal to the Aulai Kingdom until the end of your life?"

"Respected King, I, Lynn Star Sea, swear my loyalty to you again..."

A smile appeared on Alaric's aged face as he helped Linn up.

"In the name of the King of the Aulai Kingdom and the great god of dawn, I bestow... the title of Count of the Aulai Kingdom upon Lynn Star Sea."

Linn bowed again, "Thank you, Your Majesty!"

"Your Majesty!" Ellis said with a tremble, "Even if you grant him the title of Count, his territory is not allowed to exceed 15,000 square kilometers. He must cede 15,000 square kilometers of land."

His words at this moment did not elicit any agreement.

Linn looked at the frantic Count Ellis and said mockingly, "I am loyal to the kingdom, and I shall naturally abide by the kingdom's laws."

At this point, his tone shifted, and he looked at all the nobles below the platform with a sharp gaze, "I wonder which noble lord would like to be my neighbor."

As soon as he finished speaking, Destiny's massive dragon roar once again echoed through the heavens and earth!

"Count Ellis, I actually hope you can come and be my neighbor. Rest assured, I will definitely take good care of you. Allen is living quite well over there with me."

"You!" Count Ellis was trembling with rage, yet he was helpless.

Linn's naked threat lingered in everyone's mind.

"That is enough!" King Olai turned and sat back on his throne, "Count Lynn shall manage all the eastern coastal lands on behalf of the kingdom. This matter is settled."

"Your subject thanks Your Majesty! In every war of the Aulai Kingdom, I will surely lead the vanguard and never retreat." Linn boasted; it was not embarrassing to be sweet-tongued after getting benefits.

After an hour-long ceremony, the meeting concluded. Count Ellis snorted and left the venue. Many nobles in the hall gathered around Linn to congratulate him. Linn accepted them all; these were all potential customers.

After exchanging greetings, Linn finally made his way over to Viscount Nocturne, who had been waiting on the side, as well as his grandfather.

Linn performed a Junior's bow, "I, Linn, have met you, Duke. I have long heard Brother Nocturne mention you. Thank you for speaking up for me!"

"Count Lynn, no need for such formalities. Shrek has long mentioned you to me; we have always been the ones benefiting from the trade with your Family."

Shrek was Viscount Nocturne's name.

"Duke, you are too kind. Without your long-term cooperation, I would not have my status today. I address Brother Shrek as a brother; you can just call me Linn."

Duke Nocturne nodded with satisfaction, examining the young man before him, "Linn, I have a big deal here; can you handle it?"

Linn was delighted and asked curiously, "I wonder what kind of deal it is?"

"The kingdom mobilized an army of 800,000 this time, and the number of Slaves ensuring logistics, grain transport, and the Vassal Army reached 1.5 million. Currently, there are one million Slaves remaining, which will be divided up by various nobles one after another. As long as you can afford the price, the 100,000 Slaves in my hands and the total number of Slaves in the hands of nobles who are on good terms with me exceed 300,000."

Linn was overjoyed and immediately said, "I can handle it; I can handle as many as you have. I am willing to pay with a mix of potions and gold coins to purchase this batch of Slaves."

"Brother Linn, I really envy your identity as an Apothecary; you are wealthy and generous," Viscount Nocturne said from the side, full of envy.

"Fine! My Nocturne Family does not lack money; I want potions, fourth-tier and above potions. I will handle the other nobles for you."

Linn cupped his hands, "Then I thank you, my lord."

Having settled the specific transaction methods with the two, Linn stepped onto the Dragon and rode the wind away amidst the envy of the crowd.