144 The unwilling Frode, cooperation within the steel fist collar

The Land of Miracles, Sirius Land, and the City of Miracles, Sirius City.

Allen, the Earl of Sirius, whom the gods are watching.

Overnight, Sirius captivated the entire region, viewed as a holy land by civilians from all surrounding territories.

Rumors of the birth of thirty nature spirits in one night quickly spread.

With Sirius at the center, an unprecedented mass migration of civilians began.

The Thorn Flower Collar and the Steel Fist Collar, closest to Sirius, experienced the largest influx of people.

The two lords lost nearly 10,000 people in a single day!

Of course, such a loss is substantial, given the proximity of the two territories, ensuring swift and accurate transmission of civilian information.

The miracles of the thirty nature spirits directly astonished most civilians.

Moreover, Allen promised that they only needed to contribute 60% of next year's crops, keeping 40% for themselves!

How enticing is this?

At least double their current situation!

Under this temptation, civilians found it hard to resist.

"Father! That Sirius Earl is going too far!"

In the Steel Fist Collar, the aging Steel Fist Earl appeared somewhat fatigued. His qi escape speed had increased recently, and he felt increasingly weary.

The Earl knew this was because his body was failing, and he would soon pass away.

His title would be inherited by his eldest son, Floyd.

Observing his eldest son, the Steel Fist Earl sighed.

"Floyd, you must be aware of the major events unfolding in Sirius lately."

The Steel Fist Earl, looking somewhat weary, rose from his desk and walked to the window, gazing south toward Sirius.

"Alan, Earl of Sirius, is a formidable and awe-inspiring figure. His invincibility on the battlefield and the strategic development of the territory are unparalleled."

"The main city will be built within a month, and Sky Wolf City will become the economic center of the South within two terms. This attracted the Roland Chamber of Commerce, causing turmoil in the Potions Guild a few days ago. Sirius diverted the attention, and now he has cultivated 30 nature spirits overnight. Most surprisingly, he allocated 20% of the benefits to the commoners."

"When a lord reaches this level, it's both formidable and extraordinary." The Steel Fist Earl's tone was filled with admiration.

"But Father, if he continues, he will draw all our subjects away!"

Floyd expressed reluctance.

"Draw them away? If they leave, you can bring them back. Besides us, there are other territories and many civilians. Our civilians are few; you can recruit more from other places." The Steel Fist Earl stated calmly.

Floyd had to suppress his discontent and anger. After all, he wasn't yet the Steel Fist Earl and had to obey his father.

"Alright, you may leave. I need some rest."

The Steel Fist Earl said.

Floyd bowed and retreated.

Walking in Steel Fist City, Floyd heard surrounding civilians discussing Sirius Land.

"There's a miracle in the Sirius Leader!"

"I heard we can enjoy some benefits!"

"Sir Sirius is truly amazing. Many industries, including maltose, noble perfumes, and the popular Rose Night spirit, all come from Sirius Collar!"

"God, Sir Sirius has so many industries."

"More than that! The nationwide popular fruit cream cake, my god, it's a divine delicacy. I had the fortune to taste it once, indescribable."

Listening to the praises for the Sirius leader along the way, Floyd's expression grew increasingly grim.

"Mom, Mom, I want to eat cream cake too!"

A little girl on the side of the road stared at a gourmet shop's fruit cream cake, her mouth-watering.

This sight angered Floyd.

"Eat, eat, eat?! You're subjects of the Steel Fist Leader, not Sirius! Damn it!"

Floyd roared with an unpleasant expression.

The little girl burst into tears, and bystanders looked on in astonishment.

Floyd, with a dark expression, stated: "Remember, you're subjects of the steel fist!"

He walked away, leaving the little girl and her mother silent, unable to afford confrontation with the nobleman.

Floyd sought a relaxing moment with his favorite woman but found more people in the room.

"Who are you!"

Floyd stared at the black-robed individuals with suspicion.

"These are not enemies, Viscount Floyd. We come in peace."

The lead figure in a black robe removed his hat, revealing a slightly aged face.

"Viscount Floyd, allow me to introduce myself. I'm Duru from the capital, a subordinate of Earl Gust."

"Earl Gust?"

Floyd raised an eyebrow, familiar with this figure, the major owner of the Wind and Moon territory in the capital.

"What do you want from me?" Floyd asked, frowning.

"Lord Earl sends greetings and noticed your dissatisfaction with Sirius. We propose cooperation, supporting you against Sirius Earls' actions." Duru suggested, smiling.

"It's my business. I don't need your concern!" Floyd retorted.

"Perhaps we can cooperate. Our Lord Earl Gust is also dissatisfied with Sirius Earls. With our support, you can secure the position of Earl." Duru proposed.

Floyd hesitated, tempted by the promise of merging Sirius Territory into the Fist Territory and sharing profits from major industries.

"Cooperation will bring you more than two golden knights of combat power, enough to challenge the Heavenly Wolf Leader Song!" Duru added.

Floyd, showing a moment of hesitation, eventually said: "Okay, I'll cooperate with you!"

"Happy cooperation, Lord Floyd."

Dulu smiled widely.The Land of Miracles, Sirius Land, and the City of Miracles, Sirius City.

Ellen, the Earl of Sirius, whom the gods are watching.

Overnight, Sirius captivated the entire region, viewed as a holy land by civilians from all surrounding territories.

Rumors of the birth of thirty nature spirits in one night quickly spread.

With Sirius at the center, an unprecedented mass migration of civilians began.

The Thorn Flower Collar and the Steel Fist Collar, closest to Sirius, experienced the largest influx of people.

The two lords lost nearly 10,000 people in a single day!

Of course, such a loss is substantial, given the proximity of the two territories, ensuring swift and accurate transmission of civilian information.

The miracles of the thirty nature spirits directly astonished most civilians.

Moreover, Allen promised that they only needed to contribute 60% of next year's crops, keeping 40% for themselves!

How enticing is this?

At least double their current situation!

Under this temptation, civilians found it hard to resist.

"Father! That Sirius Earl is going too far!"

In the Steel Fist Collar, the aging Steel Fist Earl appeared somewhat fatigued. His qi escape speed had increased recently, and he felt increasingly weary.

The Earl knew this was because his body was failing, and he would soon pass away.

His title would be inherited by his eldest son, Floyd.

Observing his eldest son, the Steel Fist Earl sighed.

"Floyd, you must be aware of the major events unfolding in Sirius lately."

The Steel Fist Earl, looking somewhat weary, rose from his desk and walked to the window, gazing south toward Sirius.

"Alan, Earl of Sirius, is a formidable and awe-inspiring figure. His invincibility on the battlefield and the strategic development of the territory are unparalleled."

"The main city will be built within a month, and Sky Wolf City will become the economic center of the South within two terms. This attracted the Roland Chamber of Commerce, causing turmoil in the Potions Guild a few days ago. Sirius diverted the attention, and now he has cultivated 30 nature spirits overnight. Most surprisingly, he allocated 20% of the benefits to the commoners."

"When a lord reaches this level, it's both formidable and extraordinary." The Steel Fist Earl's tone was filled with admiration.

"But Father, if he continues, he will draw all our subjects away!"

Floyd expressed reluctance.

"Draw them away? If they leave, you can bring them back. Besides us, there are other territories and many civilians. Our civilians are few; you can recruit more from other places." The Steel Fist Earl stated calmly.

Floyd had to suppress his discontent and anger. After all, he wasn't yet the Steel Fist Earl and had to obey his father.

"Alright, you may leave. I need some rest."

The Steel Fist Earl said.

Floyd bowed and retreated.

Walking in Steel Fist City, Floyd heard surrounding civilians discussing Sirius Land.

"There's a miracle in the Sirius Leader!"

"I heard we can enjoy some benefits!"

"Sir Sirius is truly amazing. Many industries, including maltose, noble perfumes, and the popular Rose Night spirit, all come from Sirius Collar!"

"God, Sir Sirius has so many industries."

"More than that! The nationwide popular fruit cream cake, my god, it's a divine delicacy. I had the fortune to taste it once, indescribable."

Listening to the praises for the Sirius leader along the way, Floyd's expression grew increasingly grim.

"Mom, Mom, I want to eat cream cake too!"

A little girl on the side of the road stared at a gourmet shop's fruit cream cake, her mouth-watering.

This sight angered Floyd.

"Eat, eat, eat?! You're subjects of the Steel Fist Leader, not Sirius! Damn it!"

Floyd roared with an unpleasant expression.

The little girl burst into tears, and bystanders looked on in astonishment.

Floyd, with a dark expression, stated: "Remember, you're subjects of the steel fist!"

He walked away, leaving the little girl and her mother silent, unable to afford confrontation with the nobleman.

Floyd sought a relaxing moment with his favorite woman but found more people in the room.

"Who are you!"

Floyd stared at the black-robed individuals with suspicion.

"These are not enemies, Viscount Floyd. We come in peace."

The lead figure in a black robe removed his hat, revealing a slightly aged face.

"Viscount Floyd, allow me to introduce myself. I'm Duru from the capital, a subordinate of Earl Gust."

"Earl Gust?"

Floyd raised an eyebrow, familiar with this figure, the major owner of the Wind and Moon territory in the capital.

"What do you want from me?" Floyd asked, frowning.

"Lord Earl sends greetings and noticed your dissatisfaction with Sirius. We propose cooperation, supporting you against Sirius Earls' actions." Duru suggested, smiling.

"It's my business. I don't need your concern!" Floyd retorted.

"Perhaps we can cooperate. Our Lord Earl Gust is also dissatisfied with Sirius Earls. With our support, you can secure the position of Earl." Duru proposed.

Floyd hesitated, tempted by the promise of merging Sirius Territory into the Fist Territory and sharing profits from major industries.

"Cooperation will bring you more than two golden knights of combat power, enough to challenge the Heavenly Wolf Leader Song!" Duru added.

Floyd, showing a moment of hesitation, eventually said: "Okay, I'll cooperate with you!"

"Happy cooperation, Lord Floyd."

Dulu smiled widely.