When Bryce and Joyce entered the conference room, Derrick rose to welco them and invited them to sit beside him.
More than one person frowned at this, as neither of the two was a noble or a knight. Allowing them to sit among them seed to diminish their own status.
Many thought that they should have remained standing upon entering.
What infuriated people even more was that these two showed no humility and just sat down as if it was their right.
Really, did they not know their place? How had Grayman taught them?
Price Parker, however, didnt mind at all. Clearing his throat, he said:
Ladies and gentlen! The last of our reinforcents has arrived. Lets discuss how to deal with the Kent family!
Just then, Viscount Johnston spoke up with a frown, Count, shouldnt we set so rules first? Situations like todays are not beneficial for anyone.
As soon as the Viscount finished, a chorus of agreent followed. The assembly wasnt just made up of Counts, but also of lower lords like Viscounts and Barons.
Before Count Parker could respond, Derrick Heller, his face flushed with embarrassnt, stood up.
Ladies and gentlen, it was my rashness that led to todays chaotic battle. I sincerely apologize to all of you!
Thats good that you realize this, Count Parker said, stroking his beard calmly.
Derrick, our alliance is a collective. You must consult with us and gain the majoritys support before taking any action.
Yes, Uncle Parker, I will firmly rember your words.
Seeing Derricks concession, Price Parker was relieved. He feared the young mans arrogance might create an uncontrollable situation. The Heller familys strength was indispensable in opposing Marltz Kent, and while internally critical of Derricks unilateral actions, he didnt want to provoke a rebellious response. He had intended to avoid this topic during the eting and discuss it privately afterwards. However, soone had brought it up, and fortunately, Derrick admitted his mistake, which was more than ideal.
Count Parker then shifted the topic: So, how did you break through the encirclent?
Derrick replied, Speaking of that, we owe our thanks to the newly arrived Alda troops! They drove back the Kents pursuers.
This statent stunned the attendees. When Derrick returned, he had a group of over a hundred knights. Surely the Kents pursuers would have outnumbered them? And the pursuers that even the Heller knights couldnt withstand were repelled by the Aldans?
Derrick stood, first bowing to Bryce and Joyce, who were sowhat flustered and quickly stood up as well. A high-ranking noble bowing to them was beyond their wildest imaginations.
Derrick then detailed the battles events.
The more the attendees listened, the more incredulous they beca. Fire crossbows, thunder hamrs, were these legendary weapons real? And as powerful as the tales suggested?
Yet they chose to believe. Even if saved by the Aldans, Derrick had no reason to exaggerate on their behalf.
Its incredible, could we perhaps see these weapons? Count Parker asked eagerly, voicing everyones thoughts.
Bryce and Joyce exchanged a glance. The infantry first battalion commander stood and said, Of course, my lords, but well need to find an open space first.
Since they were cooperating in battle, there was no need for excessive secrecy. It was essential to let allies understand the effectiveness of their weapons, otherwise, how could they fight together?
In the northern open space of the allied forces camp, the sound of gunfire and cannon bood, filling the air with pungent gunsmoke.
Bryce arranged for a company of infantry and an artillery unit to demonstrate the legendary fire crossbows and thunder hamrs for the leaders of the allied forces.
A row of human-shaped targets used for sword and knife practice were shot to pieces.
Divine weapons, truly divine weapons! exclaid the onlookers. Not only were these weapons imnsely powerful, but their sheer presence was enough to deter many.
Derrick watched intently, having previously seen the Alda army in action from a distance. Now, witnessing it up close, his impression was completely different.
Seeing everyones reaction, Bryce shrugged his shoulders at Joyce. Now, in addition to porcelain and canned goods, Alda had another item that would attract attention.
However, they were undaunted, bolstered by a standing army of over 2000 and several thousand militian trained in basic military skills.
Want them? Then co and try to take them! seed to be the unspoken challenge.
As expected, many imdiately expressed their desire to purchase these weapons.
Im sorry, lords and ladies, but this is not for us to decide. If you truly wish to purchase, please go to Lakeheart Town and see Count Grayman, Bryce said, passing the buck to Paul.
In fact, Lakeheart Town had often debated whether to sell firearms to outsiders, as selling weapons could be highly profitable, and they had the unique advantage of being the sole suppliers of firearms.
Given the simplicity of muskets and cannons, replication would be easy once others acquired them. It seed better to earn a substantial profit before others could replicate them, and establish a reputation for authentic, reliable quality while investing the earnings in new technology research.
This cycle of maintaining a technological edge was their strategy.
To reduce the threat of others acquiring firearms, control over the gunpowder formula was crucial. A firearm without gunpowder was just scrap tal. An ancient weapon known as hellfire was lost to history precisely because its formula was kept too secret
The consensus in Lakeheart Town regarding the sale of firearms was to establish absolute military superiority in the Northwest Bay and then choose an appropriate ti to sell firearms. However, this appropriate ti kept being delayed.
But before the right ti ca, they could whet the appetite of potential custors.
Derrick, frustrated at not being able to purchase, eagerly asked, Then may I personally try the fire crossbow?
Of course, Lord Heller, you can use this shorter one. Actually, we call them firearms, and that big fellow over there is called a cannon, Bryce generously offered, handing over his loaded pistol.
Ha! Thank you.
Derrick excitedly took the firearm, looking like a child with a new toy.
Oh! Be very careful, dont point it at our own people, Bryce cautioned.
Hearing this, the crowd gasped and quickly spread out, suddenly rembering the lethal nature of the object in Hellers hand.
Dont worry, dont worry!
Following Bryces instructions, Derrick aid the pistol at the human-shaped target and pulled the trigger.
Bang!
The gunshot echoed, and the target splintered into wooden shards.
This is it! This is the feeling!
Derricks face lit up with joy as he felt a tingling sensation in his hand, lovingly caressing the pistol.
I want to try too!
Let try first!
The crowd surged forward, eagerly requesting their turn.
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