Edge of the Apocalypse
Chapter 1008: Make A Deal

[Ellen, leaning on Red King, said slowly, "I've gathered you here today to make a deal. But before I do, I have a question for you."

"I'm just asking you, are you willing to continue to be an obstructing bandit and walk down this dark road until the end, and then wait for the Imperial Army to bring you all here one day? Or do you want to seize this opportunity to go back to the right path? Perhaps in the future, some of you will be able to be taken care of by a noble lord. Isn't that better than it is now?"

After Alan finished speaking, someone below laughed out of place. As a result, the man's face immediately turned pale. Seeing that Alan was not angry, he heaved a sigh of relief. Then someone said, "Lord Alan, it's not that we don't believe you. However, what you said seems unlikely. It hasn't been a day or two since the Land of Darkness existed, and there hasn't been any intervention from the Imperial Army. Besides, this place is located at the border of a few nearby territories. It's a grey area, so it's unlikely that the Imperial Army will charge in here."

Allen had long foreseen such a voice, and this was the consensus of the residents of the Land of Darkness. He nodded and said, "Normally, this is the case. Before long, the situation in the empire will undergo some subtle changes."

There was a soft discussion in the square. Alan raised his hand and said, "Do you know the former Prime Minister, Nabott?"

Brada nodded and said, "I've heard of him. He seems to be a high official from the Northern Capital."

Alan shook his head and said, "It's not just the officials …" "You know, the second prince of the Great Emperor, Julian, is the student of this great Nabott. Think about it. Is this Prime Minister big or small?"

Although the bandits were a bunch of rough people, they weren't stupid. A teacher who could be a prince, how could his weight be small? "Not long ago, our Prime Minister made a suggestion to the Great Emperor to cut his troops," Allen continued without hesitation.

"Who are you going to be?" Allen smiled and said, "It's definitely not the Imperial Army, so there are only lords and lords left." That's right, the prime minister's specific suggestion is. Lords below the Marquis level are not allowed to show respect for themselves. The original private army had to be disbanded, while the security of the territory was maintained by the Imperial Army. The advantage of doing so was that the empire's control over all parts of the country would be as strong as it had been before. Of course, this was also heavily suppressed by the local nobles. But there's one thing you need to know, Great Emperor didn't say anything about it. However, it didn't mean that he would deny it. On the contrary, it was the best thing for the imperial family. The royal family's voice would fill every corner of the empire. The imperial power would be pushed to the peak of the empire's history. If you were Great Emperor, what would you choose? "

'"If it was me, the matter of cutting troops is imperative. It's just a matter of time. Then, when the matter of cutting troops is settled and the Imperial Army is stationed in various territories, do you think the Imperial Army is still far from the Land of Darkness at that time?"

Alan had made such a big detour in order to let the people below clear up the powerful relationship between them. He paused for a moment to give the people in the plaza a time to buffer before continuing, "It is not that the empire has ignored you that the Land of Darkness has existed until now." This grey area involves the intersection of the interests of many nobles. Otherwise, tell me where there are so many agents in the Land of Darkness. Whose agency are they? If the local lord lost his private army, he would lose his real power. "Lords who have lost their power, do you think the empire will tolerate the existence of a dark place without them interfering?"

"Impossible. Your existence is itself a contempt for and insult to the imperial power. It is only because of the power structure of the empire and the imperial family's presence in the north that you have survived until now. However, if the Prime Minister's plan of cutting troops is firm, I can guarantee that the Dark Lands will be annihilated. No matter how ruthless you are, how ruthless are you? Imperial Army?"

Alan's words caused the hearts of the bandits to jump, and it was as if they were living a beautiful dream when someone suddenly woke them up. He opened his eyes and saw the bloody and cruel reality. This was the first time that Budara and Weiss had heard such a logical analysis, and they broke out in cold sweat secretly. "We've never heard of what Lord Alan said before. Logically speaking, such a thing should be an imperial secret. How could Lord Alan know so much about it?" Weiss asked.

The implication was naturally that he was wondering if all of this had been fabricated by Alan.

Alan was waiting for someone to ask such a question, and now Wes was right in his heart. He didn't answer and turned to the side. Edward stepped forward calmly and said proudly, "That's right, this is an imperial secret. It would have been impossible for you to know this." Fortunately, Lord Alan was an Empire Viscount! Not long before entering the Land of Darkness, Lord Alan had been invited to participate in the wedding celebration of the son of the Marquis of Iron Spear. If you don't believe me, you can send someone to Gun City to inquire. Or, look at the imperial decorations and titles in my hands! "

He gestured, and Regis, who was beside him, showed the prepared title certificate in the eyes of the bandits in the plaza. Edward's words were undoubtedly a bombshell, blowing up the bandits to the point that they almost suspected that they had heard wrongly. It was absurd to think that an Empire viscount, a true noble, would actually appear in the Land of Darkness, let alone kill Joey, take over Zhan Lang and Black Feather, and become the titans of the Land of Darkness?

Budara and Weiss quickly exchanged glances and saw the shock in each other's eyes. They had already guessed Allen's identity, but they never expected that this young expert was actually a viscount of the empire. At this moment, Gangen stepped forward and said in a deep voice, "I believe many people know that behind our agent, Megis, is an important figure of the empire." Not long ago, Megis came to visit and brought us a message from Lord Zhan Lang. That lord wants us, Zhan Lang, to kill one person regardless of the price, even if the entire army is destroyed. To be exact, a viscount from Iron Spear Ridge to the Land of Darkness. That's right, that person is Lord Alan! "

If there were still people who suspected him before, then after Alan had produced this evidence one after another and adding Gangen's words, no one would question Alan's identity anymore. After all, even the Dark Lands had heard of Hoey's Son's wedding celebration, and it was easy to find out about some things. It wasn't a secret that Meggis had come from. If he hadn't taken a fancy to Zhan Lang, how could Joey have risen in the Land of Darkness? As for his whereabouts, it was easier to find out, so what Gangen said was naturally the truth, which was equivalent to confirming Alan's identity.

"Lord Alan passed through the Land of Darkness at the invitation of His Highness the Second Prince," Edward added. "His Highness wanted Lord Allen for his use and made a promise. When Lord Allen arrives in the Northern Capital, he will be promoted to Earl!"

Another big piece of news.

Count, especially the strength that Allen had displayed, he would probably become a Count of Strength as soon as he was promoted. What was the concept of Earl of Strength? It was equivalent to the power of a Marquis recognized by the empire. All that was lacking was the size of the territory and the size of the army. Earl of Strength, no matter where he threw it, he was still a big shot, a real big shot!

After saying that, Edward retreated and nodded to Alan. Allen walked back to his original position and smiled. "Now, can we get back to the main topic? I just said that I want to make a deal with you."

"I set out from Dawn Castle, through Iron Spear Ridge, through the Land of Darkness. After that, he would take a walk to Sardinia City and head north until he reached the Imperial Capital. The path I have taken will be a smooth trade route between the north and the south. Once this trade route was opened, any smart person would be able to figure out what kind of business opportunities and profits it would bring. The deal I made with you is that you will help me maintain the safety of the caravans that enter and exit the Land of Darkness. I will give you an income that is no lower than before. But your lives will be more stable. You can even change your identities. Ten or eight years from now, you will be noble lords, not bandit leaders. Even if I can't do it, can't the Second Prince do it? "

Without giving the bandits time to think about it, Alan added, "Or, you can leave and continue living your lives. I won't interfere." Don't say that I didn't warn you beforehand. That's all I have to say. As for what to do, consider it for yourselves. But there's one thing I have to say first. If you're willing to follow me, that would be great. I don't care how many lives you carried. But if you do something dirty after you do it with me, not only will I kick him out, I will even uproot him and kill him! "

He made a hand gesture of beheading and deliberately released his killing intent, immediately putting quite a bit of pressure on the people in the plaza.

Alan put away his hand and smiled again, "Alright, I'll be staying in the dark for a few more days. You still have time to think. There's no hurry to answer now. It's a rare day for everyone to come together. I've already asked Gurus to prepare a sumptuous dinner for everyone. I'll drink with you tonight, and nothing else."

He didn't know who started it, but after a while, a series of cheers rang out in the plaza. Alan nodded and led the group back to the hall. On the way, he whispered to Edward, "I did as you said. Do you think they would agree?"

Edward waved his five fingers. "Half of it."

"Only half?"

Edward withdrew his palm and smiled, "How many do you think there will be?" Do you really think these people are brainless and reckless? If they could be moved by just a few words, would they be able to stay in the darkness for so long? If he wanted to really suppress them, just those things just now weren't enough. When you really get the Earl's real power, that's more like it. But even if they don't agree, it doesn't matter. At any rate, Zhan Lang and Hei Yu are already in your possession. If I let Broy bring another elite in, you'll have half of the Dark Lands in your pocket. "

"Those unwise fellows, when you return from the imperial capital, just send troops to eradicate them."

Edward looked at Gurus and Gunn, who were standing beside him, intentionally or unintentionally, and it was obvious that he was speaking to them. Gulus was fine. After all, he had betrayed Zhan Lang first. Only by hugging Ellen's thigh would he be able to stand in the darkness. As for Gangen, he was covered in cold sweat.

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