As Luo Yan expected, the expressions on everyone's faces became quite vibrant the moment he finished speaking.

Especially Julian, the Corps Commander standing next to Marshal Laco, whose eager gaze seemed to flare up like a blazing flame.

Their own territory!

That was the most straightforward desire deep within the Imperial officers, yet suppressed by the Nobles of the Empire through tradition.

"...It does not belong to any family but pledges loyalty to the Holy Emperor and Saint Sis. However, everyone within this organization can share its glory equally!"

Responding to that burning desire, Luo Yan vividly depicted a blueprint that nobody present had ever seen, splashing paint onto those blank canvases one by one.

That paint was the color of flame!

Luo Yan didn't focus all his attention on Marshal Laco's faction. He quickly shifted his gaze to the not-so-natural-looking Duke Whigs Valencia, aiming precisely at the pain points deep within his heart—

"Everyone can share its glory, even if they do not stand on the front line of the Knight Order, as long as they contribute their Strength to the Knight Order!"

Duke Valencia was slightly taken aback.

"What do you mean?"

Luo Yan smiled and said.

"This Knight Order is shareholding-based."

Shareholding-based?

Duke Valencia was stunned.

Not just him, all the Nobles present exchanged bewildered looks, except for Casite Hillfin, who displayed a thoughtful expression, seemingly perceiving some implied meaning.

The majority of the Nobles' wealth and income were tied to land; in contrast, the Church Court was more adept at managing business. However, the idea of even a Knight Order being shareholding-based was beyond his expectations.

But Luo Yan thought it was too soon for him to be surprised.

While Mr. Casite was still contemplating, the esteemed Prince Colin quickly proposed an idea that even the Nobles of the Council of Elders could not refuse—

"To put it more plainly and worldly, it means those with money contribute money, those with manpower contribute manpower, those with Strength contribute Strength, and even those with nothing can offer their devout faith and a passionate heart to Saint Sis!"

At this point, Duke Valencia immediately understood. His eyes gradually brightened, and his expression towards Prince Colin returned to one of approval.

In terms of financial power, these so-called "Emperor freeloaders" were not even a fraction of the Nobles of the Council of Elders.

Nobles contributing money and land, commoners contributing Strength and lives... this was the most traditional and genuine mode for the Empire.

The Colin family truly had a deep historical foundation—

The young man is quite sensible!

Standing beside them, Julian, the Corps Commander, although slightly frowning, quickly relaxed his brows after noticing Marshal Laco's silence.

If something only benefited the Imperial officers, the Council of Elders would never easily approve it.

The Church Court would be the same.

For Prince Colin, as a member of the Nobility, to consider the demands of the lower and middle-level officers of the Empire, and propose solutions beneficial to the Officer Faction, was already quite difficult.

After all, wouldn't the Empire's Knight Orders ultimately end up in the hands of the Officer Faction?

Regardless of how many confidants the Nobles inserted into the military, time would resolve everything.

After all, they were not willing or likely to leave the Holy City personally and develop beyond the Vast Ocean. The Emperor had an irreplaceable throne, and they, too, had their thrones—named the Holy City.

And those Nobles, marginalized from the core circle, even if they were once part of the Elder Faction, would eventually be assimilated into the Officer Faction after going to the frontlines—just like Marshal Laco.

"...Whether wealthy families like Duke Valencia, Duke of Castellion, or other visionary Nobles who lack opportunities to fulfill their ambitions, all can participate through sponsorship or direct investment, sharing future benefits based on their contributions. Naturally, we also welcome Adventurers to join, and I eagerly hope the 'Baron of Profound Mystery' Todwen can lend me a hand!"

"I will!" Todwen, who was stunned by this promising prospect, instinctively responded, before suddenly realizing and feeling embarrassed.

The title 'Baron of Profound Mystery' was one he earned while honing his skills as an Adventurer. Although he often brought this up as a story after retiring to become Chairman of the adventurer guild, he was actually too shy to mention it at this grand banquet attended by wealth and Nobility.

Did I mention this nickname just now?

He couldn't help but feel astonished and flattered, not expecting that Prince Colin, who had just arrived in the Holy City for under two days, had heard of his achievements, even as a minor figure like him.

Seeing Todwen staring straight at him, Luo Yan smiled and nodded towards him, then faced the pairs of heated eyes, continuing in an impassioned tone.

"Although speaking mundanely, we aim to distribute worldly benefits to those invested in sacred causes, its mission is grand and holy! It transcends any worldly benefits! It is for Imperial expansion! To spread the seeds of civilization! And most importantly—to deliver the gospel of Saint Sis across every land we see but have not yet claimed!"

After clarifying the realistic benefits, discussing these ideals made the pairs of eyes noticeably more fervent than before.

Land!

Honor!

And faith!

However, merely drawing a pie was insufficient; he had to make this cake appear large enough—both future prospects and immediate opportunities!

"To demonstrate the Colin family's resolve and sincerity in this matter," Luo Yan offered the most enticing condition, his voice calm yet resounding, "I, Roxey Colin, am willing to allocate a resource-rich and strategically advantageous piece of land from the Colin family's direct territory on the Gana Continent as the fief for the Knight Order!"

Observing the banquet hall that had somehow quieted down and the numerous faces filled with excitement, he continued with a clear voice.

"This Knight Order, under the name of Saint Sis, will establish civilization and order on barren lands, open safe trade routes, protect all virtuous and law-abiding Imperial citizens, educate the Barbarians, and ensure the Empire's glory and Saint Sis' gospel are perpetually spread across the Gana Continent! Not only by Sword, but also with Holy Light and prosperity, allowing the Barbarians there to genuinely submit to our Empire! Before Hell can intervene there!"

"Because it is under the name of Saint Sis—"

"This Knight Order shall be named the Holy Temple Knight Order!"

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