52: Olivia in the delegation

Paul was also all smiles at this moment. After all, he still had to rely on Arthur for the Mountain Giant later, so he could not afford to be negligent, and he hurriedly replied:

"With Baron Arthur's generosity, there is no reason for the Marquis not to agree. My visit this time is to bring you a reply.

In addition, thinking that the Barren Plains lack resources, the Marquis also brought you some food, weapons, and armor. I hope you won't mind them.

And finally, we can take the opportunity to sign a contract."

Although he had expected it early on, knowing the Marquis could not resist the temptation of a Mountain Giant, Arthur only felt relieved after receiving a definite answer.

This way, Count Abergh and his second sister, Arina, would not have to feel awkward when facing the Marquis's family.

The smile on his face became even more sincere, and he laughed:

"It's good that you agree. I will accept those food supplies and weapons, and I thank the Marquis for his support.

As for signing the contract, it is only right. Let's find a free moment later!"

Seeing that Arthur had no intention of going back on his word, Paul was also very happy, and then he glanced at Karona, who was beside him.

Thinking that Arthur was willing to pay the price of a Mountain Giant for this person, it showed that she held a very important place in Arthur's heart.

Since it was confirmed that Olivia would be marrying into the family, Paul no longer had any intention of looking down on Karona's previous status, and he laughed:

"You must be Ms. Karona. There were some misunderstandings before, but they have been resolved now.

After our Marquiss Mansion's Young Miss Olivia marries over, you two will be like sisters. I hope you can get along well."

Although Karona knew that Arthur had negotiated terms with the Marquis's side, she had not expected the Marquis's people to have such a good attitude.

Therefore, when facing Paul's friendly greeting, Karona was stunned for a moment, and then replied sheepishly:

"Captain Paul, you are too kind. Regardless of how things were in the past, since it is now a settled fact that Olivia and I will become sisters, we will get along well, if only for Arthur's sake!"

Karona's frank words made Paul look at her with increased respect; after all, there were few women who did not mind their men finding other women!

He could not help but laugh:

"Baron Arthur, your taste is truly excellent to be able to find such a virtuous woman as Karona. It makes me a little envious."

Upon hearing this, Arthur also looked at Karona with a smile before replying:

"Actually, it really was just good luck, so you should pray that you have good luck in the future as well."

"Haha, let's hope so!"

Because there were other outsiders from the Marquis's mission, the group only discussed some ordinary matters afterwards.

After the formalities were completed, Arthur, Karona, and Paul went to the study.

Although nobles would not sign magic contracts casually, a Mountain Giant was simply too valuable to Marquis of Roses, and they would only be at ease if a magic contract were signed.

Arthur had no choice but to comply with them.

The content of the contract stipulated that within one month after the wedding, Arthur must hand over a Mountain Giant to Marquis of Roses.

And he had to make the Mountain Giant sign a contract with the Marquis. As long as the Marquiss Mansion provided for the Mountain Giant under certain conditions, the Mountain Giant could not leave without permission and had to perform the duties of a guardian.

After carefully checking that there were no problems with the contract, Arthur signed his name. Immediately, with the signature the Marquis had already placed, the contract took effect, and both copies of the contract emitted a faint fluorescent glow.

Afterwards, Arthur and Paul each took a copy.

Having obtained the contract, Paul felt much more at ease. After offering some thanks, he left.

Throughout the signing process of this contract, Karona had been watching silently from the side, and she had seen all the contents of the contract.

Knowing that Arthur was willing to pay a Mountain Giant just to settle matters regarding her, she was deeply moved.

As someone who had witnessed the combat power of a Mountain Giant with her own eyes, she clearly understood what a Mountain Giant meant to a lord!

Karona had been holding back, but as soon as Paul, the outsider, left, she could finally hold it in no longer. With tears in her beautiful eyes, she murmured:

"Is this really worth it!"

Arthur, of course, knew what to say at this moment, and with a firm gaze, he said:

"It's worth it, of course it's worth it. In my heart, let alone one Mountain Giant, even ten or a hundred would not be as important as you!"

To a girl from the Continent of Gods, Arthur's words were truly weighty.

Karona was so overwhelmed that her head spun, and she could not help but kiss Arthur. Naturally, Arthur did not back down and immediately responded.

A few minutes later, the two finally separated while gasping for breath.

At this moment, Arthur only hated that he was too young!

Just like that, their relationship deepened a little more.

On the other side, after signing the contract, Paul strode back to the accommodation Arthur had arranged for their mission.

Opening his door, a white-haired woman with an oval face was already waiting inside.

Upon seeing this person, Paul immediately beat his chest in salute:

"Young Miss Olivia, Arthur has already signed the contract. It seems that the engagement between you two is inevitable!

You observed Arthur while hiding in the mission before; how do you feel about him now?"

It turned out that this person was Arthur's fiancée, Olivia. She had actually mingled with the mission to observe Arthur; it seemed she was not a simple woman either.

Paul was equivalent to an elder to Olivia, so his words were almost like an elder caring for a younger generation.

Olivia seemed accustomed to the tone of Paul's speech and said calmly:

"Uncle Paul, it is good that the contract is signed!

As for my feelings about Arthur, I feel that he is very different from before; one could say he is much more confident!

Moreover, judging by Karona's appearance, he should be quite good to girls. After I marry over, even if we cannot fall in love, we should be able to get along harmoniously.

In addition, on the way here, I discovered that Initial City is being expanded with full force.

After inquiring, I learned that Arthur actually intends to build Initial City into a great city capable of accommodating a million people.

This is the standard configuration for a Duke. From this, it can be seen that Arthur's ambition is not small!"

"Is that so!"

Hearing this, Paul pondered for a while, then said in a matter-of-fact tone:

"That boy Arthur is a bit mysterious, and the skills he has displayed are not small either. It is normal for him to have ambition.

Come to think of it, he will be of age in a little over a year. By the time you marry over, you should be able to figure out some of his situation!"

"Let's hope so!"

Olivia knew that for Arthur to rise so quickly, the secrets hidden behind it must be significant, so she did not have much confidence in being able to find them out.

Just like that, the two could not help but fall into silence.

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On the other side, Arthur did not know that Olivia had also come; otherwise, he would definitely have been greatly surprised.

Because when two women of one man gather together for the first time, it is very likely to be a battlefield of romance, and he still did not know how to handle such a situation.