When the servants of Earl Spinor blundered, Earl Spinor was never one to admit mistakes to the commoners, but instead, he established the servant in charge of cleanup as a glorious example.

In doing so, not only did the mistake cease to exist, but people would cheer for his father's wisdom.

Watching the dumbfounded Charles, Alex continued to offer him strategic advice.

"And you only need to make a reasonable request, like suggesting that the Chaos rift in Mist Town still needs monitoring... I bet by the next day you'll be the leading commander of the Trident Knights in Thunder County, even the governor of Thunder County would have to treat you with great respect since no one knows better than you how to deal with the erosion of Chaos, and everyone here needs you."

"And as for what the Demon King... cough, Mister, said, it's clear enough. He hopes today's agreement will be a personal understanding between the two of you. Just like two lords in the Ryan Kingdom would never burn each other's fields, demolish their duck pens, or kill their peasants in a war, even if they must resort to extreme measures, they would definitely leave it to the mercenaries... but no one would put that in writing."

"Some things are treacherous to be written down, but acting on them is an act of benevolence, do you understand?"

After all, he was the son of an Earl.

Owing to his upbringing, Alex had a political acumen far superior to Charles, who had only graduated from the Divinity School.

Of course, a greater reason was that he had been an adventurer and had deeply understood the lower stratum of the Campbell Duchy.

And these traits were something that neither the people of the Knights nor most of the nobility possessed.

After listening to Alex's explanation, Charles experienced quite complex emotions internally, at times resolute, at other times struggling.

After much deliberation, he finally spoke and made a commitment.

"I understand... but I cannot guarantee that the Grand Duke of Campbell will appoint me."

"Your political wisdom still needs improvement, hero... Merit alone won't take you far."

Luo Yan suddenly recalled the warnings Mia had once given him, which now seemed appropriate to pass on to this loyal human Knight.

He felt the Knight needed it more than he did.

Charles nodded solemnly, his gaze firm as he looked at Luo Yan and spoke.

"I never thought about how far I would go, but I believe you are right... I indeed haven't considered some things enough. Especially for the residents of Thunder County, I even shamefully realized that I had considered them even less than our enemies."

As he spoke, he paused for a long time before continuing.

"If, as you say, this is meaningful for both the Campbell Duchy and the Ryan Kingdom, and does not contravene the teachings of Saint Sis, I am willing to turn this millennia-long war into a glorious one... at least on the lands within my sight."

Watching the adaptable Charles, a sincere joy emerged on Alex's face.

"The people of the Campbell Duchy will thank you for your generosity, this land has never been as peaceful as today."

Revealing a heartfelt smile, Luo Yan picked up a jug from the table, poured the fine wine into three silver goblets, and then raised one.

For him.

This was more worth celebrating than defeating Chaos!

From now on, both the Great Graveyard and the Campbell Duchy would enter a new era!

On this eve of the impending storm—

"Let's toast to this hard-earned victory!"

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