Chapter 320

After leaving Brigitte’s residence, Yarlin rushed back to the Harrick family and reported the meeting with Brigitte to Norton in detail.

After listening to this, Norton fell into deep thought.

“Although their positions are not high, they all hold real power. What exactly do the forces behind Brigitte want to do?”

Norton said, frowning.

Yarlin shook his head and said
“Master, no matter what they want to do, we must satisfy their conditions. We need them more than they need us.”

Norton’s face darkened slightly when he heard this, but he sighed helplessly, nodded, and said.

“You are right. I will leave this matter to you. Make sure to arrange for Brigitte’s people in the shortest possible time.”

“Yes, Master.” Yaerlin took the order and left.

At the same time, in Douluo Continent, Tang Yuehua, who had become the God of the Sea and was in charge of the sea, stood on the beach, looking at the huge cargo ships, feeling filled with emotion.

Ever since Chen Yao brought the soul guide technology back to Douluo Continent, the entire continent’s structure has undergone earth-shaking changes.

Under Bibi Dong’s promotion, the craftsmen of Douluo Continent combined advanced technology to create cargo ships that could withstand wind and waves and attacks from soul beasts.

These cargo ships formed a huge caravan, and through the route drawn by Chen Yao, they successfully connected the Douluo Continent with the Sun and Moon Continent.

“Lord Tang, these cargo ships are ready and can depart at any time.”

A craftsman said respectfully.

Tang Yuehua nodded and said, “Okay, let them go. This time we must ensure the safety of the goods and ensure they arrive at the Sun Moon Continent smoothly.”

“Yes, Lord Tang.” The craftsman took the order and left.

Looking at the cargo ship going away, Tang Yuehua’s heart was full of anticipation. She didn’t know what kind of glory this continent would present in the end.

At this time in the Sun and Moon Continent, after receiving the request from the Harik family, Chen Yao naturally agreed without hesitation.

He knew very well that the development of the Harik family was crucial to the entire plan. Only by allowing the Harik family to gain a firm foothold in Sun Moon City could he use the Harik family to effectively infiltrate Sun Moon City.

Moreover, in Douluo Continent, Bibi Dong is eager to cooperate with Sun Moon Continent.

After all, after joining the same continent, she had been worried about finances a lot. Even if she was the new generation of evil god king, she could not create money out of thin air. The emergence of the Sun and Moon Continent simply solved her urgent problem.

In Douluo Continent, after Bibi Dong received the news sent back by Chen Yao, she naturally agreed very much.

She knew very well that through cooperation with the Harik family, not only could the economy of Douluo Continent be further developed, but also the penetration into the Sun and Moon Continent could be strengthened.

“This cooperation is a rare opportunity for us. We must seize it.” Bibi Dong said to the ministers around her.

“Your Majesty is wise.” The ministers echoed.

In the following days, cargo ships from Douluo Continent sailed to Sun Moon Continent one after another. Each cargo ship was loaded with a large amount of minerals and various specialties. As soon as these goods arrived at Sun Moon Continent, they caused a huge sensation.

Relying on these precious resources, the Harik family quickly occupied a more important position in the business field of Sun Moon City.

Amid the hustle and bustle of Sun and Moon City, the Harik family’s business is booming, as prosperous as a burning flame, once again attracting the attention of everyone in the city.

Those rare treasures and unheard-of specialties from Douluo Continent are displayed in the Harik family’s shop, exuding a mysterious and attractive atmosphere.

The nobles held the exquisite porcelain from Douluo Continent in their hands, examining them carefully, their eyes full of amazement.

Merchants stroked the fine silk and secretly estimated the profits.
Ordinary people gathered outside the shop, looking around curiously, whispering, and full of doubts about these things they had never seen before.

“Where did the Harik family get these treasures from?” A nobleman dressed in gorgeous clothes frowned and asked in confusion.

“Yes, I sent a lot of people to investigate, but there is no clue at all.” A man who looked like a businessman nearby echoed, his eyes full of unwillingness.

However, their exploration was doomed to be in vain.

The cargo ships from Douluo Continent always quietly load and unload goods on the uninhabited island overseas. Surrounded by the vast ocean, there is no other sound except the sound of waves hitting the rocks.

Zi Ji was like a ghost. Under the cover of night, she quickly transferred the goods into the storage soul guide and then personally handed them over to the Harik family.

The whole process was like a carefully planned secret operation, with no loopholes.

Even the Harik family only knew the delivery location of the goods, and had no idea about their true origin.

Those investigators with ill intentions will ultimately return empty-handed, with their hearts full of doubts and resentment, and the matter will end in vain.

Among the many eyes focused on the Harik family, there was one that was completely different.

He did not come to trip up the Harik family, but came with an urgent desire to work hand in hand with the Harik family.

This person is the puppet emperor of Sun Moon City, Feng Xiaochen, who was pushed to the throne by several aristocratic families.

Feng Xiaochen sat in his luxurious yet cold bedroom, his eyes revealing endless loneliness and unwillingness.

Once upon a time, the Feng family was the ruler of this land, with great majesty and authority over the world. But now, they have been manipulated by those greedy families and have become a puppet in name only.

Every decree must be approved by the aristocratic families; every decision must be made with caution, for fear of angering the forces behind the scenes.

He was fed up with this kind of life where he was at the mercy of others, and the fire of resistance in his heart grew stronger and stronger.

When he heard that the Harik family had single-handedly broken through the blockades of the aristocratic families, established a foothold in Sun Moon City, and developed rapidly, a glimmer of hope suddenly ignited in his heart.

He seemed to have seen a life-saving straw. As long as he grasped it, he might be able to get rid of the current predicament and regain the dignity and power of the Feng family. At this moment, he was secretly discussing with Contra Crimea, the only old minister in the palace who was still loyal to him, or to the Feng family, how to contact the Harik family and how to use the power of the Harik family to break free from the shackles of those families.

“Crimea, you have followed my Feng family for many years and have a thorough understanding of the current situation. The rise of the Harik family is a rare opportunity for us.” Feng Xiaochen’s voice was low and firm, with anticipation flashing in his eyes.

Crimea nodded slightly. His weathered face was covered with wrinkles like ravines, each of which recorded the vicissitudes of life and the rise and fall of the royal family. He stroked his beard and spoke slowly.

“Your Majesty is right. The fact that the Harik family can stand out from the suppression of those aristocratic families is enough to prove their strength and strategy. However, it is not easy to cooperate with them.”

“I know this is a difficult matter, but we have no way out.” Feng Xiaochen clenched his fists, his eyes revealing a determined look, “Those noble families are pressing us step by step. If we don’t find a solution, the Feng family will probably become their vassal completely.”

“Your Majesty, calm down.”

Crimea said quickly.

“I am not backing down, but this matter needs to be considered carefully. We must first understand the attitude of the Harik family, whether they are willing to cooperate with us, and whether they have enough sincerity and ability to help us fight against those aristocratic families.”

Feng Xiaochen nodded and said after thinking for a moment.

“I heard that Norton, the head of the Harrick family, is a shrewd and capable person with foresight. Since he has led the family to where it is today, he will surely not miss this opportunity to expand his power. But how can we get in touch with him and how can we convince him?”

Crimea frowned slightly and said after thinking for a while.

“Your Majesty, we can first send a reliable envoy to the Harrick family in secret to convey our intentions to Norton. The envoy must speak sincerely to show our sincerity and determination, and at the same time let him know that cooperating with us will only benefit the Harrick family and will not cause any harm.”

“But who should we send?” Feng Xiaochen said with some embarrassment, “This matter is of great importance. Once it is leaked, the consequences will be disastrous. We must find someone who is both loyal and capable.”

Crimea was silent for a moment, then suddenly his eyes lit up and he said, “Your Majesty, I would like to recommend someone who may be able to take on this task.”

“Oh? Who is it?” Feng Xiaochen asked anxiously.

“It’s the old minister’s grandson, Cliff.”

Crimea said, “Although he is young, he is smart, brave and thoughtful. Moreover, he has always been dissatisfied with the actions of those noble families and is loyal to Your Majesty. Let him go, I can rest assured.”

Feng Xiaochen nodded slightly, a hint of hesitation flashed in his eyes, but he soon became determined.

“Since he is your grandson, I can trust him. However, this matter is too dangerous. You must explain it clearly to him.”

“Your Majesty, rest assured. I will definitely remind him to be careful.” Crimea said, “Cliff will definitely live up to his mission this time.”

So, on a dark and windy night, Cliff, dressed in his nightgown, quietly left the palace like a flash of black lightning.

He avoided the patrolling soldiers, cleverly crossed the streets and alleys, and ran towards the residence of the Harik family.

Along the way, his heart beat like thunder, but his eyes were extremely firm. He knew that the mission he was carrying was important, which not only concerned the future of the Feng family, but also the fate of the entire Sun Moon City.

When he arrived outside the Harik family’s mansion, he found that it was heavily guarded. The guards stood at the door like sculptures, looking around vigilantly.

Cliff did not act rashly, but lurked in the dark, observing the patrol patterns of the guards. He was like a cunning fox, patiently waiting for the best opportunity.

Finally, when the guards were changing shifts, Cliff found the right opportunity, flashed over the wall like a ghost, and entered the mansion.

He moved carefully through the courtyard, avoiding one trap and secret sentry after another.

With his excellent skills and keen observation, he successfully arrived outside Norton’s study.

In the study, the lights were on. Norton was sitting at the desk, flipping through the documents in his hands, his brows slightly furrowed, as if he was thinking about something important.

Cliff took a deep breath, calmed his nervousness, and then knocked on the door gently.

“Come in.” Norton’s voice was low and steady.

Cliff opened the door and walked in. He knelt on one knee and said respectfully, “Master Norton, I apologize for disturbing you so late at night. I am here to discuss important matters with you on the orders of His Majesty.”

Norton looked up, a hint of surprise flashed in his eyes, but he soon regained his composure. He looked Cliff up and down, thinking to himself: What is the purpose of this mysterious man who came late at night? Why did he come on behalf of the emperor? What kind of conspiracy is hidden behind this?

“Get up.” Norton said calmly, “Since you are an envoy sent by His Majesty, you must have something important to say. But before that, I want to know how you avoided my guards and entered my study?”

Cliff smiled and said, “Master Norton, to be honest, this is the special nature of my martial spirit. Although these guards are conscientious in their duties, they are not insurmountable obstacles in my eyes. Moreover, I came here with no ill intentions, just to convey your majesty’s sincerity.”

Norton nodded slightly, secretly admiring Cliff’s skills and courage. He said, “In that case, then tell me, what exactly did His Majesty send you for?”

Cliff stood up and said solemnly.

“Master Norton, I’m sure you’ve heard about His Majesty’s current situation. Those noble families control the government and have sidelined His Majesty, making the entire Sun Moon City a mess. His Majesty is unwilling to be manipulated by them, and wants to use your power to get rid of their control and restore the dignity of the Feng family.”

Hearing this, Norton thought to himself: This emperor wants to get rid of the control of the aristocratic family, and cooperating with my Harik family seems to be a good opportunity.

But there are many risks behind this. Those aristocratic families are powerful and deeply rooted. If they rashly cooperate with the emperor, they may end up in trouble.

Moreover, how sincere this emperor really is remains to be seen.

“This matter is of great importance. I need time to consider it.” Norton said after a moment’s silence, “You go back and tell His Majesty first. I will carefully consider his proposal. But before that, please do not act rashly to avoid alerting the enemy.”

Cliff nodded and said, “Master Norton is right. This matter does require long-term consideration. Your Majesty is also well aware of the interests involved and will patiently wait for your reply.”

After saying that, Cliff knelt on one knee again, bowed, then turned and left the study.

Norton looked at his departing back and fell into deep thought.

He knew that this choice would affect the future of the Harik family. Once the decision was made, there would be no turning back.

(End of this chapter)